Register for Day Camp DayCroix

Traditional camp is about exploration and discovery. Campers will explore by hiking, studying the wonder of nature, building connections through teamwork, and conquering many challenges under the leadership of well-trained staff. It exposes participants to various activities – including archery, swimming, nature studies, paddling, fort building, gaga ball, arts and crafts, cookouts, group games, and more – so that each camper leaves camp with a wide range of memories and experiences!
 

Grades 1–6 | $284 ($309)

• June 12–16

• June 19–23

• June 26–30

• July 5–7 | $170 ($185)

• July 10–14

• July 17–21

• July 24–28

• July 31–Aug 4

• Aug 7–11

• Aug 14–18

• Aug 21–25

• Aug 28–Sep 1

Start your child's appreciation of the great outdoors by enrolling them in Wee Backpackers! They have opportunities to sing songs, tell stories, explore nature, and meet new friends. Wee Backpackers happen in small groups under the watchful eye of counselors trained to meet the needs of young campers. The Wee Backpacker program maintains a low staff-to-child ratio.
 

PreK–K | $304 ($329)

• June 12–16

• June 19–23

• June 26–30

• July 5–7 | $185 ($192)

• July 10–14

• July 17–21

• July 24–28

• July 31–Aug 4

• Aug 7–11

• Aug 14–18

• Aug 21–25

• Aug 28–Sep 1

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Little Seeds Summer Camp offers varying weekly themes during each session. Little Seeds allows children to engage in nature-based programming and some traditional camping activities. Little Seeds Summer Camp is a half-day program offering flexible drop-off beginning at 9:00 a.m. and pick-up ending at 12:15 p.m. Children must be potty trained by their first day of summer camp.
 

Ages 3–4 | $150 ($175)

• June 19–23 — Bugs and Butterflies

• June 26–30 — Garden Discovery

• July 10–14 — Farm Friends

• July 17–21 — Forest Explorers

• July 31–Aug 4 — Garden Discovery

• Aug 7–11 — Forest Explorers

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Participants discover their artistic side and let their imaginations soar. Projects may include sketching, painting, collage, beadwork, and more. Participants create masterpieces to take home and enjoy!
 

Grades 1–3 | $324 ($349)

• June 12–16

• June 26–30

• July 24–28

• Aug 7–11

• Aug 14–18

Grades 4–6 | $324 ($349)

• June 19–23

• July 10–14

• July 17–21

• July 31–Aug 4

• Aug 21–25

• Aug 28–Sep 1

Participants let their imaginations soar in this magical fairytale-themed activity. Adventures will include themed arts and crafts, a mystical quest, and a royal celebration!
 

Grades 1–3 | $324 ($349)

• June 12–16

• June 26–30

• July 10–14

• July 17–21

• July 24–28

• Aug 14–18

Kids free their imaginations and develop improvisational skills! Participants explore the theater world through games, acting exercises, script rehearsals, and even performing for an audience.
 

Grades 4–6 | $324 ($349)

• June 19–23

• July 5–7 | $182 ($197)

• July 24–28

• Aug 14–18

ROAR! Campers will travel back to explore the Jurassic period with their favorite dinosaurs. We Dig Dinos camp aims to ignite the passion and fuel the enthusiasm of budding paleontologists. Campers dig for fossils, create their dinosaur, and more! Will your kids have a great time at this camp? You bet, Jurassic!
 

Grades 1–3 | $324 ($349)

• June 26–30

• July 10–14

• July 17–21

• Aug 7–11

Colts is an approximately two-hour-per-day introductory program for campers with little or no experience around horses. First-time riders will build confidence and skills while learning the basics of western horseback riding. Instruction includes safety, leading, mounting, dismounting, reining, and basic riding. Kids spend the remainder of the day in traditional camp activities.
 

Grades 3–6 | $434 ($459)

• June 12–16

• June 19–23

• June 26–30

• July 5–7 | $260 ($275)

• July 10–14

• July 17–21

• July 24–28

• July 31–Aug 4

• Aug 7–11

• Aug 14–18

• Aug 21–25

• Aug 28–Sep 1

Buckaroos is an intermediate program for campers with at least one year of riding experience. Approximately two hours of daily instruction includes a basic skill review, intermediate ring riding, trotting, grooming, and saddling. The remainder of the day is spent in traditional camp activities.
 

Grades 4–6 | $434 ($459)

• June 12–16

• June 19–23

• June 26–30

• July 5–7 | $260 ($275)

• July 10–14

• July 17–21

• July 24–28

• July 31–Aug 4

• Aug 7–11

• Aug 14–18

• Aug 21–25

• Aug 28–Sep 1

Build confidence as you develop horsemanship skills. Trained instructors will teach the basics of western horseback riding. You will work on leading, mounting, ring work, grooming, trotting, and saddling. By week’s end, groups may have the opportunity to enjoy a scenic trail ride.
 

Grades 7–9 | $434 ($459)

• June 12–16

• June 19–23

• June 26–30

• July 5–7 | $260 ($275)

• July 10–14

• July 17–21

• July 24–28

• July 31–Aug 4

• Aug 7–11

• Aug 14–18

• Aug 21–25

• Aug 28–Sep 1

Participants take an exciting trip back in time as they learn how the early pioneers lived. Kids will explore heritage foods, crafts, and activities from the 19th century.
 

Grades 1–3 | $324 ($349)

• June 19–23

• July 10–14

Grades 4–6 | $324 ($349)

• July 5–7 | $194 ($209)

• July 17–21

• July 31–Aug 4

• Aug 7–11

• Aug 14–18

Participants will spend the week engaged in hands-on, interactive projects. There will be lots of learning, using their imaginations, and exploring the indoors and outdoors at camp!
 

Grades 4–6 | $324 ($349)

• June 12–16

• June 26–30

• July 10–14

• July 31–Aug 4

• Aug 7–11

Enjoy the great outdoors as we explore the wonders of nature! Participants will hike along our many paths to discover the camp's different natural landscapes and ecosystems. Kids learn to identify various trees, plants, and animals.
 

Grades 1–3 | $324 ($349)

• June 19–23
• July 5–7 | $194 ($209)
• July 10–14
• July 31–Aug 4
• Aug 21–25

It’s all fun and games as participants learn to play various outdoor games with a “camp style.” Participants learn to play gaga ball, 9-square in the air, and other field games.
 

Grades 1–3 | $324 ($349)

• June 19–23

• July 5–7 | $194 ($209)

• July 17–21

• July 31–Aug 4

• Aug 14–18

• Aug 28–Sep 1

Grades 4–6 | $324 ($349)

• June 12–16

• June 26–30

• July 10–14

• July 24–28

• Aug 7–11

• Aug 21–25

Kids get hooked on fishing as they learn basic fishing skills. Field trips to local lakes and rivers provide the scene for fishing fun using the catch-and-release method. Campers can bring their pole and tackle or use equipment provided by YMCA of the North.

Grades 4–6 | $344 ($369)

• June 26–30

• July 10–14

• July 24–28

Each day young sailors learn the basics of sailing and safety with YMCA instructors. Participants will be taught techniques and terminology for operating our fleet of sailboats as they practice their skills.
 

Grades 4–6 | $344 ($369)

• June 26–30

• July 24–28

• Aug 7–11

• Aug 21–25

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Participants spend the whole week enjoying an incredible array of water activities, including boating, canoeing, kayaking, or swimming, along with other fun water games and adventures.
 

Grades 1–3 | $324 ($329)

• June 19–23

• June 26–30

• July 10–14

• July 24–28

• Aug 7–11

• Aug 21–25

Grades 4–6 | $324 ($329)

• June 12–16

• July 5–7 | $194 ($209)

• July 17–21

• July 31–Aug 4

• Aug 14–18

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Teen Quest is an exciting day camp program geared toward teens that want real outdoor fun! As a group quest, you will decide and plan out some of the camp activities and events throughout the week. This program develops valuable life skills such as open communication, team building, cooperation, and conflict resolution.
 

Grades 7–9 | $284 ($309)

• June 12–16

• June 19–23 — Overnight Option

• June 26–30 — Overnight Option

• July 5–7 | $182 ($197)

• July 10–14 — Overnight Option

• July 17–21 — Overnight Option

• July 24–28 — Overnight Option

• July 31–Aug 4 — Overnight Option

• Aug 7–11 — Overnight Option

• Aug 14–18 — Overnight Option

• Aug 21–25

• Aug 28–Sep 1

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Receive daily ground and water instruction in basic sailing skills and techniques, as well as boat maintenance and care. Time is spent learning skills such as rigging, jibbing, tacking, knot tying, water safety, and river etiquette. You will operate our fleet of sailboats on Lake St. Croix.

Grades 7–9 | $344 ($369)

• June 19–23

• July 10–14

• July 17–21

• July 31–Aug 4

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Develop your camping skills as you work together to set up camp and prepare for a big outdoor adventure while learning various helpful camping skills, including building a fire, building shelters, knot tying, campfire cooking, navigating maps, and more!
 

Grades 7–9 | $364 ($389)

• June 26–30

• July 10–14

• July 24–28

• Aug 7–11

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Discover your leadership qualities by learning to lead campers in activities and assist in planning the week for your group! The second week allows you to put those new skills to the test while you shadow a counselor and assist staff in camp activities.
 

Grades 7–9 | $479 ($504)

• June 19–30

• July 10–21

• July 24–Aug 4

• Aug 7–18

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Do you love working with kids in an outdoor camp setting? Here's your chance to take a leadership role! Junior Counselors are assigned to a group and assist Counselors in leading and carrying out various Day Camp programs.

Ages 14–15

Previous experience in a LIT program or leadership experience working with children is preferred. Candidates will be selected through an application and interview process while gaining career readiness experience.

Contact Clara Malanaphy for more information: clara.malanaphy@ymcamn.org or 612-465-0568.

A day camp lead staff member will reach out for an interview around mid-March to talk over details and information about the program. We ask for a minimum of a 3-week commitment. Hope to see you this summer!

2024 Application available in March.