Camp Wood YMCA Traditional Camps

Our overall counselor-to-camper ratio is 1:5. This allows for quality programming and important one-on-one time with campers and staff. Daily activities provide opportunities for campers to participate in individual, small group and all-camp activities. Campers attend daily reflections and have devotions each night which focus on the YMCA character traits of Respect, Responsibility, Caring, Honesty, and I’m Third.

During each day, cabin groups made up of 8 boys or girls and a counselor participate in most activities together, but also have the opportunity to follow their own interest with a specialty track session. Campers choose one or two exciting tracks to participate in during their stay where they develop new skills with the help of a knowledgeable, supportive instructor.

TRADITIONAL CAMPS • ONE-WEEK • $405
The “A” session camps begin Sunday at 2:30pm and end Saturday at 10:30am. The “B” sessions begin Saturday at 2:30 and end Friday at 2:30pm. For speciality track information see the registration form.
Session IA - June 22nd - 28th
Session IB - June 28th - July 4th
Session IIA - July 6th - 12th
Session IIB - July 12th - 18th
Session IIIA - July 20th - 26th
Session IIIB - July 26th - August 1st
Session IVA - August 3rd - 9th

TRADITIONAL CAMPS • TWO-WEEKS • $810 ($150 deposit)
The two-week camp sessions begin on Sunday at 2:30pm
and end Friday at 2:30pm. For speciality track information see the registration form.
Session I - June 22nd - July 4th
Session II - July 6th - 18th
Session III - July 20th - August 1st


	TRADITIONAL CAMPS • Ages 7-17
		Some of the Activities Campers Enjoy During their Stay… "The Jim" Water Slide Horseback Trail Rides Alpine Climbing Tower (ages10 and up) Campfires Campout Swimming Canoeing Archery Theme Days Arts and Crafts Fishing Nature Hikes and Activities Athletics Outdoor Cooking
	Our overall counselor-to-camper ratio is 1:5. This allows for quality programming and important one-on-one time with campers and staff. Daily activities provide opportunities for campers to participate in individual, small group and all-camp activities. Campers attend daily reflections and have devotions each night which focus on the YMCA character traits of Respect, Responsibility, Caring, Honesty, and I’m Third.
	During each day, cabin groups made up of 8 boys or girls and a counselor participate in most activities together, but also have the opportunity to follow their own interest with a specialty track session. Campers choose one or two exciting tracks to participate in during their stay where they develop new skills with the help of a knowledgeable, supportive instructor.
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	Speciality Track Descriptions Each morning from 9:30 - 12:00 campers attend their specialty track. After lunch campers will be back with their cabin group and have the opportunity to participate in all other activities offered at Camp Wood YMCA.
		Paintball (1 week) Both beginner and veteran paintball players will love Camp Wood YMCA’s new paintball course. Emphasis of this program is placed good sportsmanship and team work. Campers are required to bring their own equipment including guns, protective headgear, and paintballs. Camp Wood YMCA furnishes the Co2. All paintballs must be in a new unopened box or bag. Experienced instructors and referees supervise each game.
		Skateboarding/Rollerblading (1 week) Grind the rails, drop in on one of our two half pipes, or learn the basics from our experienced instructors. Our 10-element course is designed for all skill levels. Campers are required to bring their own board or blades and wear a helmet, knee and elbow pads, and wrist guards. Waterfront (1 week) Campers will spend each morning at Camp Wood's Lake Hall waterfront participating in swimming lessons and waterfront games. Experienced instructors teach the basics as well as safety!
		Arts and Crafts (1 week) Each week arts and crafts will focus on a different topic to allow campers a more in-depth experience. Topics include: Pottery/Ceramics, Jewelry Making, Pioneer Crafts, Leather Craft, Wood Working, Fabric Crafts, and Nature Craft. Please note the theme of each week on the registration page. Nature Specialty Track (1 Week) The outdoor lover will be able to pick the topic he or she most wants to learn about! Our hands-on nature program will feature different weeks such as Reptiles and Amphibians, Outdoor Living Skills, Mad Scientist Week, Fishing, Things that Fly (birds, bats, insects, even model rockets!), Flint Hills Wonders, and Outdoor Cooking. Please note the theme of each week on the registration page.
		Athletics (1 week) With a different focus each week, our athletics program is a hit! Campers can choose from Soccer, Flag Football, Back Roads Biking (campers need to bring their own bikes and helmets), Pasture Golf, Basketball, Baseball/Softball, and Sports Around the World. Please note the theme of the week on the registration page. Teambuilding / Climbing Tower (1 week) Ages 13 - 17 only Spend each morning doing teambuilding activities on our new low ropes course or climbing our 50-foot Alpine Climbing Tower. Campers will challenge themselves to cooperate through adventure. Campers will also learn the basics of working the climbing tower including knot tying and belaying.
	July 22nd - 28th and June 28th - July 4th! BMX Bike Trick Week (1 Week) Campers are required to bring their own bike and helmet to use our trick bike/skatepark. Our park consists of 11 elements including a pyramid, 7 foot half-pipe, launch ramps, and grind rails. Campers will also ride their bikes in our 630 acres of rolling hills and grasslands.
	New! Water Crafts (1 week) Campers spend their morning learning the fine art of canoeing, kayaking, and sailing (sailing for ages 10 and older). An end of the week regatta and Cottonwood river canoe trip round out the end of this fun-filled week!
	New! Fishing (1 week) Bring your own fishing pole and equipment or use ours! Spend your days fishing on Camp Wood's Lake Hall, the Cottonwood River, and possibly the Chase County State Fishing Lake. Learn new techniques as you catch a variety of fish!
	New! Target Sports (1 week) Archery, Sling Shots, and Marshmallow gun wars will be the highlight of this new and exciting specialty track. Campers will participate use our new walk-through archery range using both bows and arrows and paintball markers. Trained instructors supervise each activity.
	New! Dance (1 week) Girls and boys of all ages and skill levels are encouraged to join us for a week of dance! Spend the week working on a hip-hop dance routine to perform at the end of the session talent show!
	New! Drama (2 weeks) July 6th 0 18th Only! Here is your chance to be under the bright lights of Camp Wood YMCA's stage production! Beginners and experienced campers will love performing in front of their new-found friends on the closing night of camp!
	TRADITIONAL CAMPS • ONE-WEEK • $405 The “A” session camps begin Sunday at 2:30pm and end Saturday at 10:30am. The “B” sessions begin Saturday at 2:30 and end Friday at 2:30pm. For speciality track information see the registration form. Session IA - June 22nd - 28th Session IB - June 28th - July 4th Session IIA - July 6th - 12th Session IIB - July 12th - 18th Session IIIA - July 20th - 26th Session IIIB - July 26th - August 1st Session IVA - August 3rd - 9th TRADITIONAL CAMPS • TWO-WEEKS • $810 ($150 deposit) The two-week camp sessions begin on Sunday at 2:30pm and end Friday at 2:30pm. For speciality track information see the registration form. Session I - June 22nd - July 4th Session II - July 6th - 18th Session III - July 20th - August 1st
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