Summer Camp

Branch Adventure Camps

Every week is a unique experience at the Y’s Adventure Camps – the destination for youth who are up for a challenge and enjoy doing new things! Field trip admission fees are included in the weekly rate.

 

The Branch Adventure Camp at the Andover YMCA is currently on a wait list for the majority of weeks this summer. Registration is still available at our other Branch Adventure Camps at South, Northwest and East or at Camp Hyde and Camp Hiawatha.

Dates and Locations
  • May 28-August 2
    • East YMCA
    • South YMCA
    • 7:00 a.m.-5:30 p.m.
       
  • May 28-August 9
    • Andover YMCA
    • Northwest YMCA
    • 7:00 a.m.-5:30 p.m.
Pricing

Weekly fees: $165 member; $185 non-member; $20 deposit per week
(prorated for scheduled closure days)

Become A YMCA Member

Weekly Themes and Field Trips
  • Week 1: Summer Kick-Off Final Score 
  • Week 2: Fantastic Feats 
  • Week 3: Let’s Go Green! 
  • Week 4: Treks and Trails 
  • Week 5: Gold Rush 
  • Week 6: Stars and Stripes Forever 
  • Week 7: Movin’ and Groovin’ 
  • Week 8: Summer Olympics Countdown 
  • Week 9: Fire and Ice 
  • Week 10: Pirate Invasion 
  • Week 11: Wipe Out!
Activities offered
  • Daily camp songs and team spirt!
  • Swimming
  • Arts and Crafts
  • STEM Exploration (science, technology, engineering, mathematics)
  • Sports and Games (gymnastics at select locations)
  • Weekly Field Trips
  • Character Development FUNdamentals

Field Trips

Branch Adventure Camps typically have one trip or special activity per week. Participation is required for all in attendance. Buses depart around 9:30AM and return between 2:30PM and 3PM on field trip days. Times may vary.

IGNITE!

IGNITE is what we call our morning meetings and announcements held daily, it is a great celebration of friendship and togetherness to kick off the day!