The title above is how my thought process went when I heard about our newest international program. For me, one of the most exciting summer programs this year is the new ICEP trip to SPAIN! Not only is this a fun topic because it’s another great opportunity for our campers…it brings back memories from my first “real” international trip. I say my … Read More
Cell Phones in Summer Camp
Let's cut to it. Everyone has a cell phone. Everyone. Grandmothers have cell phones. Grandkids have cell phones. Everyone has a cell phone. Are we clear? Now let's talk about summer camp. Like your child's school administrators, your summer camp leadership has debated the place of cell phones in their program every season for the last 10 … Read More
The Value of Outdoor Experiences
“I like to play indoors because that’s where all the electrical outlets are.” This statement by a fourth grader in San Diego, would have at one time been considered shocking. But today we consider it common. Not necessarily normal, but expected. There was a time, not so long ago where “the kids who stayed indoors were the odd ones.” But … Read More
10 Ways You Can Tell You’re at Holiday Camp!
Greetings from Jeff Henry! The exciting news from the mountain is that Holiday Camp is almost upon us. Preparations are in place and we're excited, hope you are too! 10 Ways You Can Tell You're At Holiday Camp: You can actually hear the person next to you at lunch You packed long johns! You can do anything without looking dumb 9 … Read More
Holiday Camp and Winter Camp
Have your camper join us at the South Mountain YMCA Camps from Monday, December 27- Thursday, December 30 for our annual Holiday Camp! Kids can spend time with new and old camp friends and staff. If your camper loves camp, this is a great opportunity! We'll be hiking, cooking, playing, sledding (weather permitting), and roasting marshmallows. … Read More