YMCA Camp Manitou is a place to learn new skills, develop character and make friends. Located within Bertram Chain of Lakes Regional Park – with access to Lake Bertram and Long Lake – Camp Manitou is packed full of exciting, outdoor activities for day participants and aquatic center visitors.
And just like all YMCA of the North adventure centers, we strive to build upon the Y's core values as part of our Camp Culture and Community Commitment.
Summer Camp
Summer day camp experiences feature age-appropriate 'traditional' activities – including archery, swimming, paddling, outdoor education, arts and crafts, fishing, and much more. In addition, our location offers a unique variety of 'specialty' activities (listed below) for participants to spend more time on, including more Traditional camp programming.

Day Camp Handbook
Get ready for your summer day camp experience, including what to expect and how to prepare.

Making adventure more accessible
The YMCA offers need-based financial assistance to help people access the programs that are important to them.
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