Quotes from Y Camp Moms (and Dads)

53 DAYS UNTIL RESIDENT CAMP!

Following our historic Grand Opening year at YMCA Camp: Horsethief Reservoir, we asked Y Camp Moms (and Dads) a question: In what ways do you feel our Resident Camp program was a worthwhile experience for you and your child?

The responses were amazing — and show just how Y Camp is positively the best way to change someone's life.

TODAY'S QUOTE:

"It was good to experience the outdoors, gain confidence from being away from home and create new friendships with a diverse range of people."

2011 REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN FOR EVERYONE! FULL DETAILS HERE.

Quotes from Y Camp Moms (and Dads)

54 DAYS UNTIL RESIDENT CAMP!

Following our historic Grand Opening year at YMCA Camp: Horsethief Reservoir, we asked Y Camp Moms (and Dads) a question: In what ways do you feel our Resident Camp program was a worthwhile experience for you and your child?

The responses were amazing — and show just how Y Camp is positively the best way to change someone's life.

TODAY'S QUOTE:

"She felt very independent and yet very safe ... new friends, exposure to new activities, learning to take care of herself on her own."

2011 REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN FOR EVERYONE! FULL DETAILS HERE.

Resident Camp filled-camps update!

55 DAYS UNTIL RESIDENT CAMP!

We're under the 60-day mark with our countdown to YMCA Camp: Horsethief Reservoir's June 20 Opening Day, and more and more resident camps keep filling up!

Here's the current list of full camps:

FAMILY CAMPS:

July 3-6 (Cabins)

July 3-6 (Yurts)

July 6-9 (Cabins)

July 6-9 (Yurts)

(More info on Family Camps can be found HERE.)

RESIDENT CAMPS:

Male CIT Week 1 (June 20-26)

Male Teen Camp Week 2 (June 27-July 2)

Teen Adventure: Survivor! on-site (June 27-July 2)

Female LIT Week 3 (July 11-16)

Male Ranger Camp Week 3 (July 11-16)

Male Youth Camp Week 3 (July 11-16)

Male Ranger Camp Week 4 (July 18-23)

Male Youth Camp Week 4 (July 18-23)

Male Youth Camp Week 6 (August 1-6)

Male Ranger Camp Week 6 (August 1-6)

(More info on Resident Camps can be found HERE.)

If one of the camps listed above was your first choice, we recommend getting on a waiting list. Sometimes a slot or two will open up due to cancellations, and if that happens and you're at the top of the list, we'll give you a call!

Questions? Email us at ycamp@ymcatvidaho.org.

FULL 2011 REGISTRATION DETAILS HERE.

Quotes from Y Camp Moms (and Dads)

56 DAYS UNTIL RESIDENT CAMP!

Following our historic Grand Opening year at YMCA Camp: Horsethief Reservoir, we asked Y Camp Moms (and Dads) a question: In what ways do you feel our Resident Camp program was a worthwhile experience for you and your child?

The responses were amazing — and show just how Y Camp is positively the best way to change someone's life.

TODAY'S QUOTE:

"It gave him an opportunity to really be in his element — outdoors and helping others."

2011 REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN FOR EVERYONE! FULL DETAILS HERE.

Resident Camp filled-camps update!

58 DAYS UNTIL RESIDENT CAMP!

We're under the 60-day mark with our countdown to YMCA Camp: Horsethief Reservoir's June 20 Opening Day, and more and more resident camps keep filling up!

Here's the current list of full camps:

FAMILY CAMPS:

July 3-6 (Cabins)

July 3-6 (Yurts)

July 6-9 (Cabins)

July 6-9 (Yurts)

(More info on Family Camps can be found HERE.)

RESIDENT CAMPS:

Female CIT Week 1 (June 20-26)

Female Youth Camp Week 2 (June 27-July 2)

Teen Adventure: Survivor! on-site (June 27-July 2)

Female LIT Week 3 (July 11-16)

Male Ranger Camp Week 3 (July 11-16)

Male Youth Camp Week 3 (July 11-16)

Male Ranger Camp Week 4 (July 18-23)

Male Youth Camp Week 4 (July 18-23)

Male Youth Camp Week 6 (August 1-6)

Male Ranger Camp Week 6 (August 1-6)

Teen Camp (June 27-July 2) also is getting close to filling up!

(More info on Resident Camps can be found HERE.)

If one of the camps listed above was your first choice, we recommend getting on a waiting list. Sometimes a slot or two will open up due to cancellations, and if that happens and you're at the top of the list, we'll give you a call!

Questions? Email us at ycamp@ymcatvidaho.org.

FULL 2011 REGISTRATION DETAILS HERE.

Quotes from Y Camp Moms (and Dads)

59 DAYS UNTIL RESIDENT CAMP!

Following our historic Grand Opening year at YMCA Camp: Horsethief Reservoir, we asked Y Camp Moms (and Dads) a question: In what ways do you feel our Resident Camp program was a worthwhile experience for you and your child?

The responses were amazing — and show just how Y Camp is positively the best way to change someone's life.

TODAY'S QUOTE:

"It introduced them to new people away from family and friends and built great confidence."

2011 REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN FOR EVERYONE! FULL DETAILS HERE.

Teen Adventure: Amazing Race!

60 DAYS UNTIL RESIDENT CAMP!

We recently gave you an overview of YMCA Camp: Horsethief Reservoir's Teen Adventure Series, and now we're giving you a look at the individual TAS camps.

Today's feature: Amazing Race! (12-15)

This camp is the most exciting, longest scavenger/treasure hunt your child will ever go on, unless of course he or she is lucky enough to get on the TV show of the same name!

The first day is spent learning basic camping skills needed for the week and packing our equipment. Then the group receives the first clue, guiding them to an on-camp challenge. From there on, the adventure never stops!

Campers must decipher successive clues, find their route on the map (to off-camp destinations), and then complete creative physical and mental challenges to earn clues that will continue the journey. Rafting, climbing, rappelling, hiking, biking, treasure hunting, quizzing locals ... you never know what the next adventure might be!

We guarantee everyone will come home with incredible stories to tell! If you are looking for a fun-filled adventure with great opportunities for personal growth and a chance to see more of our great state, this is the camp for you!

See the TAS General Information for other camp skills taught in all TAS programs. Note: The two-week Amazing Race camp may also travel outside of Idaho to neighboring states. Specific itineraries for Amazing Race camps are given to parents at check-in. We don’t want to ruin the surprise!

CAMP DATES:

June 20-25

July 25-August 6

For full details on the Teen Adventure Series, including prices and registration info, click HERE.

Questions? Email us at ycamp@ymcatvidaho.org.

FULL 2011 REGISTRATION DETAILS HERE.

Teen Adventure: Survivor!

61 DAYS UNTIL RESIDENT CAMP!

We recently gave you an overview of YMCA Camp: Horsethief Reservoir's Teen Adventure Series, and now we're giving you a look at the individual TAS camps.

Today's feature: Survivor! (11-14)

This camp is all about wilderness survival and having fun while learning the skills it takes to do so. Fire building/starting techniques, catching food, collecting and purifying water, building/finding natural shelter, and navigation by multiple means are just some of the practical, life-saving skills campers will learn.

As the week progresses, the group is “deprived” of technology and learns to do more with less. The end goal will be to survive with a minimum of gear by using the natural resources available. Utilizing the great variety of terrain across the 400 acres of YMCA Camp: Horsethief Reservoir, campers will learn how to keep themselves safe and healthy should they ever get lost in the wilderness.

On their final night, campers will take the survival challenge with their group and an instructor. To complete the challenge, the group will build a fire to prepare dinner, collect and purify water, and create a shelter to spend the night in, all under the supervision of their instructor.

Please note: Campers will sleep outside of their tents several nights during this camp. Tarp and natural shelters are built by the group just as may be needed in a survival situation.

CAMP DATES:

June 27-July 2

July 18-23

August 8-13

For full details on the Teen Adventure Series, including prices and registration info, click HERE.

Questions? Email us at ycamp@ymcatvidaho.org.

FULL 2011 REGISTRATION DETAILS HERE.

Quotes from Y Camp Moms (and Dads)

62 DAYS UNTIL RESIDENT CAMP!

Following our historic Grand Opening year at YMCA Camp: Horsethief Reservoir, we asked Y Camp Moms (and Dads) a question: In what ways do you feel our Resident Camp program was a worthwhile experience for you and your child?

The responses were amazing — and show just how Y Camp is positively the best way to change someone's life.

TODAY'S QUOTE:

"He felt the camp was fun and exciting to be in nature. There were many great things to do and try."

2011 REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN FOR EVERYONE! FULL DETAILS HERE.

Quotes from Y Camp Moms (and Dads)

63 DAYS UNTIL RESIDENT CAMP!

Following our historic Grand Opening year at YMCA Camp: Horsethief Reservoir, we asked Y Camp Moms (and Dads) a question: In what ways do you feel our Resident Camp program was a worthwhile experience for you and your child?

The responses were amazing — and show just how Y Camp is positively the best way to change someone's life.

TODAY'S QUOTE:

"It gave my child a chance to grow and mature independently."

2011 REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN FOR EVERYONE! FULL DETAILS HERE.

Quotes from Y Camp Moms (and Dads)

66 DAYS UNTIL RESIDENT CAMP!

Following our historic Grand Opening year at YMCA Camp: Horsethief Reservoir, we asked Y Camp Moms (and Dads) a question: In what ways do you feel our Resident Camp program was a worthwhile experience for you and your child?

The responses were amazing — and show just how Y Camp is positively the best way to change someone's life.

TODAY'S QUOTE:

"He is a total outside kid and really enjoyed the whole experience."

2011 REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN FOR EVERYONE! FULL DETAILS HERE.

Quotes from Y Camp Moms (and Dads)

67 DAYS UNTIL RESIDENT CAMP!

Following our historic Grand Opening year at YMCA Camp: Horsethief Reservoir, we asked Y Camp Moms (and Dads) a question: In what ways do you feel our Resident Camp program was a worthwhile experience for you and your child?

The responses were amazing — and show just how Y Camp is positively the best way to change someone's life.

TODAY'S QUOTE:

"It gave him a chance to be away from home and become a bit more independent. He had the opportunity to try new skills and meet new friends."

2011 REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN FOR EVERYONE! FULL DETAILS HERE.

Resident Camp filled-camps update!

68 DAYS UNTIL RESIDENT CAMP!

We're almost at the two-month mark with our countdown to YMCA Camp: Horsethief Reservoir's June 20 Opening Day, and more and more resident camps keep filling up!

Here's the current list of full camps:

FAMILY CAMPS:

July 3-6 (Cabins)

July 3-6 (Yurts)

July 6-9 (Cabins)

July 6-9 (Yurts)

(More info on Family Camps can be found HERE.)

RESIDENT CAMPS:

Female LIT Week 1 (June 20-July 2)

Female Youth Camp Week 2 (June 27-July 2)

Teen Adventure: Survivor! on-site (June 27-July 2)

Female LIT Week 3 (July 11-16)

Male Ranger Camp Week 3 (July 11-16)

Male Youth Camp Week 3 (July 11-16)

Male Ranger Camp Week 4 (July 18-23)

Male Youth Camp Week 4 (July 18-23)

Male Youth Camp Week 6 (August 1-6)

Teen Camp (June 27-July 2) also is getting close to filling up!

(More info on Resident Camps can be found HERE.)

If one of the camps listed above was your first choice, we recommend getting on a waiting list. Sometimes a slot or two will open up due to cancellations, and if that happens and you're at the top of the list, we'll give you a call!

Questions? Email us at ycamp@ymcatvidaho.org.

FULL 2011 REGISTRATION DETAILS HERE.