With the summer holidays behind us, many of us can reflect on the childhood adventures of summer camp, with days spent swimming in a lake and nights beside a campfire making s’mores. But summer camp as a powerful training ground for future business leaders? Probably not the first memory that comes to mind. And yet, looking back (fondly) on my … Read More
Check Out These New Programs!
Adventure Daze Join South Mountain YMCA's Adventure Director, Cory Evans, and other staff favorites for one or all four afternoon adventures. Space is limited for each program, please call Cory to register at 610-670-2267, or visit our website at smymca.org. Boating August 24, 1:00—4:00pm. Meet at Blue Marsh Lake (State Hill Boat Launch). … Read More
Mountain View News
We Want to see Your Kids Every Week this Summer at Camp Conrad Weiser!!! Did you know that Camp Conrad Weiser's new tiered pricing makes it easier to enjoy summer camp? Sign up for one, two, three weeks or maybe even the whole summer. Select the price and the program that allows your child to experience camp for as many weeks as they want to … Read More
Celebrating our History: The 65th Anniversary of YMCA Camp Conrad Weiser & the 30th Anniversary of the South Mountain YMCA Camps.
For 65 years, we have welcomed you to the mountain. We’ve invited you to share in our Fire of Friendship, determined in our belief that every person shares the potential to grow in wisdom, to discover their unique and independent voice, to nurture others and to engage their communities. The fun and challenging programs we have offered have … Read More
Finding a Good Summer Camp
I was talking with a friend this week. She’s a good mom. Her kids have swimming, dance, and soccer lessons. She attends PTA meetings. She bakes cupcakes with the girls. So I asked her, “Where are you sending your kids this summer for camp?” It was an innocent question – small talk – but my friend was defensive. She said she didn’t have … Read More
