READY. SET. SUMMER.
This summer, your kiddos will discover sunshine, silliness, splashiness and so many smiles at the Y.
With day camps throughout Boulder, Weld and Larimer counties as well as in Cheyenne, the Y offers up fantastically fun summer experiences where kiddos play, create, dive, explore, move and connect. And don’t forget YMCA Camp Santa Maria, our overnight camp in the heart of the Rockies.
It’s time to banish the summer blahs and discover new best friends, new favorite games and new camp songs sung by the goofiest counselors.
Grab your gaga ball, slather on the sunscreen and let the adventure begin!
Traditional Day Camps
Join the Y this summer for a camp experience where friends are made, silliness is mandatory and exploration looks different every day.
At YMCA camps in Boulder, Lafayette, Longmont, Johnstown, Berthoud, Loveland, Cheyenne and Broomfield, children join a community of campers and counselors that build friendships, try new activities, create fun projects, play tons of games and enjoy heaps of sunshine.
The Y offers camp options for ages 3-16 throughout summer break.
YMCA Camp Noco (YMCA of Northern Colorado)
Locations in Boulder, Broomfield, Lafayette, Johnstown, Loveland, Berthoud and Longmont
Dates: Weekly sessions May 27-Aug 8
Camp hours: 7:30am-5:30pm (Please arrive at camp by 9am unless otherwise informed).
Ages 5-12
https://www.ymcanoco.org/summer-camps/day-camps/camp-noco
Join the Y this summer for a fun, enriching traditional day camp experience — where old and new friends meet, learn and thrive. Our campers will unplug, enjoy hands-on learning, try new activities, learn new skills and make new friends. We accommodate the wide variety of interests our campers have and plan activities that support those diverse preferences. Activities include camp songs and cheers, nature activities, archery, gaga ball, sports and games, Color Wars, STEM, arts and humanities and much more. Enthusiastic and well-trained staff will ensure a safe and fun summer. Our day camp sites are conveniently located in Berthoud as well as throughout Boulder, Weld and Larimer counties to ensure that we have the fun covered for your camper this summer.
Kindercamp (YMCA of Northern Colorado)
Lafayette Y, 2800 Dagny Way, Lafayette
Dates: Weekly sessions June 2-Aug 8
Camp Hours: 7:30am-5:30pm (Please arrive by 9am unless otherwise informed)
Ages 3-6 years/Entering Kindergarten (Must be toilet trained)
https://www.ymcanoco.org/summer-camps/day-camps/kinder-camp
Kinder camp is based on our traditional day camp experience — full of enriching activities but designed for younger kiddos. Little campers enjoy hands-on learning, build and learn new skills and make new friends. Weekly activities include STEAM projects, games, swimming, art and outdoor play. CCAP accepted.
Campers must be toilet-trained.
Children already enrolled in Kindergarten should enroll in Summer Day Camp.
Johnstown, Loveland, Longmont, Lafayette and Cheyenne Ys
Dates: Lafayette camps will June 2-6, June 9-13, June 23-27 & June 30-July 3 (No Sportopia Camp June 16-20).
Johnstown, Loveland, Longmont camps will run June 2-6, June 9-13, June 16-20, June 23-27.
Cheyenne camp will run July 7-18.
Camp hours: 8:30am-5pm (Please arrive by 9am, unless otherwise informed)
Get ready for action-packed fun during YMCA Sportopia Camp! This camp offers an exciting mix of sports, games and activities that will keep your child moving, learning and making new friends. From flag football to pickleball, skateboarding to rock climbing, there’s something for every young athlete to enjoy.
We will learn the fundamentals of a variety of sports while also celebrating our commitment to sportsmanship and teamwork. Throughout the camp, kids will have the chance to build athletic skills, improve their coordination and develop a love for movement—while having a blast with their peers. Our experienced and enthusiastic staff ensure that all campers have a safe and supportive environment to learn and grow.
Locations/Dates:
Lafayette Y - Week 1: June 2-6, Week 2: June 23-27
Boulder Y - Week 1: June 9-13, Week 2: June 30-July 3
Johnstown Y - Week 1: June 16-20, Week 2: July 7-11
Longmont UCC - Week 1: July 14-18, Week 2: July 21-25, Week 3: July 28-Aug 1
Hours: 8:30am-5pm (Please arrive by 9am unless otherwise informed)
Ages: 12-14 years
Middle School Camps Are Back at the Y!
Ensure your middle schooler's summer is both fun and fulfilling. Summer camp isn’t just for kids. Send your middle schooler off to destinations like Elitch's, museums, YMCA Camp Tumbleson Lake, local trails, climbing gyms, local pools, sporting events and Water World during an adventure-filled week of camp. We will weave together leadership lessons, social-emotional learning, fun and field trips.
Camp Elks
Loveland/Fort Collins (Specific Location TBA)
Dates: Weekly sessions between June 2-July 25.
Camp Hours: 7:30am-5:30pm (Please arrive by 9am unless otherwise informed)
Ages: 6-12/ 1st-6th grades
https://www.ymcanoco.org/summer-camps/day-camps/camp-elks
This is a nature-based, outdoor education camp where kids make friends through adventure, challenge and exploration. Campers swim, learn archery and go hiking. Your kiddos will explore the natural land of Colorado, mountains made of granite, the four native evergreen trees and the many streams, lakes and reservoirs that connect us directly to our natural environment.
Campers will also learn about the state’s varied wildlife, such as mountain lions, bears and big horned sheep. This camp will help children efficiently and mindfully move through the outdoors by learning important navigation skills and practicing Leave No Trace principles.
Camp Tumbleson Lake
Location: 173 County Road # 96, Ward
Dates: Monday-Friday weekly sessions run June 9 to Aug 8.
*No day camp the week of July 4; we will offer a shortened residential camp that week.
Ages: 7-12
Transportation: The Y will bus campers to and from camp each day; pick up and drop off available at the Lafayette and Boulder Ys.
Lafayette Y: Bus departs for camp at 8am*; 5:45pm camper pick-up
Boulder Y: Bus departs for camp at 8:40am*, 5:15pm camper pick-up
https://www.ymcanoco.org/day-camp/camp-tumbleson-lake
Join us at the Y’s brand-new lakeside mountain day camp located just 20 miles from Boulder. YMCA Camp Tumbleson Lake is a beautiful 300-acre camp that celebrates exploration, nature education and outdoor recreation.
Campers will experience the joys and adventures of traditional overnight camp — minus the home sickness. Activities include paddle sports and water play, hiking, target sports, arts and crafts, and more. Located near Ward; bussing from and to the Lafayette and Boulder Ys each day.
STEAMrollers (YMCA of Northern Colorado)
Boulder Y, 2850 Mapleton Ave., Boulder
$194-219 for half-day camps
AM - STEAM Camps: Monday-Friday, 9:00am-Noon
PM - Fine Arts Camps: Monday-Friday, 1:00-4:00pm
You may sign up for both the AM and PM sessions for full-day care, 9:00am-4:00pm.
Ages 5-12
Day Camp
303-443-4474
https://www.ymcanoco.org/summer-camps/day-camps
All aboard! Full steam ahead for your camper’s summer adventure with YMCA STEAMrollers Half-Day Camps. This summer, we are very excited to once again offer STEAMrollers morning and afternoon programs that aim to help children build their confidence — while having fun and discovering their talents and desire to create.
Our morning program encompasses all areas of science, technology, engineering, the arts and mathematics. This program is full of big projects that engage campers and keep them hungry for knowledge. Each afternoon program will provide a variety of activities that focus on the visual and performing arts, such as sculpting, painting, music, dance, theater and improvisation. This program offers a welcoming, immersive space for children to harness their inner artist and develop their sense of imagination. At the Y, we aim to create an unforgettable experience by encouraging kids to stay curious, inspired and excited about learning.
We know variety is the spice of camp — so we are bringing local families tons of options to keep their camper’s summer experience full of flavor and fun. These small-group, full-day weekly specialty camps will make their way to various Ys throughout the summer.
Click HERE to find out about Dance Camp, LEGO Camp, STEM Camp, Nature Camp
Overnight Camp
YMCA Camp Santa Maria
YMCA Camp Santa Maria is a Colorado overnight camp less than a 2-hour drive from the Denver area, Boulder, Loveland, Longmont, Golden and Colorado Springs, offering campers a wide range of experiences. From roasting s’mores to epic hikes to backpacking and learning outdoor skills to stand-up paddleboarding and kayaking, our campers become immersed in the community and culture of our mountain summer camp. Songs, chants and dance parties included!
Website
https://www.ymcanoco.org/summer-camps
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