FROM COOPED UP TO CAMPED OUT

give the kids a summer they deserve

YMCA Camp DeBoer

Summer 2023 Registration is Open! 

We are hiring for Outdoor School

Instructors & Cabin Counselors!

Click here to apply!

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Traditional Overnight Camp

Session 1: July 16-21

Session 2: July 23-28 

Session 3: July 30 - August 4 

campers ages 8-13 

Our traditional overnight camp is offered every session and is filled with fun and nonstop excitement! We have developed programs and activities that build confidence, social skills, and self-esteem. Through this program, campers have the opportunity to learn new skills or further existing ones by participating in the many activities camp has to offer. In a safe, healthy environment, care and guidance is always on hand to encourage children to try new activities.

Includes: group games, canoeing, kayaking, stand up paddle boarding, archery, swimming, sports, arts and crafts, fishing and much more!

$725 Y-member/ $775 Community (NON-REFUNDABLE DEPOSIT of $100 per session is due at registration) 

Click here for the program support application. Program Support is available to those who qualify and must be in place prior to registration. 

Mini Overnight Camp

July 23-25, Sunday - Tuesday

campers ages 6-8

Three fun-filled days of camp activities geared more towards your child’s age, interests, and abilities. Much time and attention is put into mini camp activities, knowing that this may be your child’s first time away from home. Rest assured that responsible staff closely supervise all activities to give your camper a safe and enjoyable experience. With at least one counselor to a six camper ratio, each camper will receive plenty of care and attention.

$415 Y-member/ $450 Community (NON-REFUNDABLE DEPOSIT of $100 per session is due at registration) 

Click here for the program support application. Program Support is available to those who qualify and must be in place prior to registration. 

Leaders in Training Camp

July 30 - August 4 

ages 14-15

This is a program for teens, ages 14-15.  This camp program is designed much like our traditional overnight camp, but geared more towards the older teen.  Leadership and teamwork activities alongside traditional camp activities.

$725 Y-Member/ $775 Community

Click here for the program support application. Program Support is available to those who qualify and must be in place prior to registration. 

Junior Counselors

ages 16-17

This is a volunteer program allowing teens to get camp counselor experience and be part of the staff team at camp.  Junior Counselors will fill out a volunteer application, interview for limited spots, participate in some staff training and have an average of 1-2 weeks participating in camp.

Email us at info@ymcacampdeboer.org with your application! 

DEPOSIT: A non-refundable deposit of $100 per session is required for registration. The remaining balance is due no later than 2 weeks prior to camp session (it gets scheduled automatically) or registration may be cancelled.

INFORMATION:  A parent and camper handbook  (packing list, drop off/pick up and detailed camp info), camper information sheet and camper medical form will be emailed out to you prior to camp.

PROGRAM SUPPORT: The Y welcomes all who wish to participate in summer camp and believes everyone deserves access despite financial barriers.  Camper support is available and we encourage you to apply today.

FOOD:  Nourishing meals prepared by the camp culinary staff are included.

YCDB Health Form, YCDB Medical Form, YCDB Camper Info Form, YCBD Parent Handbook 

CAMP AND CONFERENCE CENTER

  • 14 CABINS W/FULL BATHROOMS
  • 2 SHOWER HOUSES
  • OUTDOOR AMPHITHEATER & FIREPIT
  • OUTDOOR PAVILION
  • LODGE & DINING HALL
  • WATERFRONT DOCK
  • KAYAKS, SUP BOARDS, CANOES
  • ARTS & CRAFTS
  • BASKETBALL, VOLLEYBALL, PICKLEBALL
  • NATURE LAB
  • ARCHERY RANGE