Weekly Camp Themes

A summer full of fun, learning, creativity, and unforgettable memories!

Week 1: Aloha Summer (6/29-7/3/26)
Celebrate summer island-style with luaus, leis, hula dancing, and tropical games!
Week 2: Superheroes & Sidekicks (7/6-7/10/26)
Action-packed adventures, costume days, and teamwork-based hero missions await.
Week 3: Wild West (7/13-7/17/26)
Saddle up for cowboy games, Wild West art exploration, and a “Wanted Poster” contest.
Week 4: Messtacular (7/20-7/24/26)
A week of messy, creative fun—slime, paint, splatter art, and hands-on chaos!
Week 5: H2O Whoa (7/27-7/31/26)
Water games, splash activities, and water balloon fun to beat the summer heat.
Week 6: Space (8/3-8/7/26)
Blast off into space exploration with rocket building, planet learning, and out-of-this-world games.
Week 7: Camp’s Got Talent (8/10-8/14/26)
Campers showcase their skills in singing, dancing, magic, comedy, and more during a talent show.
Week 8: Holidays (8/17-8/21/26)
Celebrate holidays all summer long—from Christmas in July to Halloween fun!
Week 9: Color Me Crazy (8/24-8/28/26)
Colorful challenges, tie-dye, paint games, and a field day showdown.
Week 10: Camp Carnival (8/31-9/4/26)
End the summer with carnival games, cotton candy, face painting, and a grand finale celebration!

Camp Information

Camp Dates: 6/29-9/4/2026
Summer Day Camp Hours: 8AM – 4PM
Registration Fee: A $25 deposit per child, per week is required at the time of registration.
Camp Fee: $257 per child/ week
Counselors in Training (CIT) FREE/Volunteer
Grades: Kindergarten – 8th
LIT Program: Grade 9
CIT Program: Grade 10
Before Care: 6AM – 8AM
After Care: 4PM – 6PM
Before Care: $55 per child/ week
After Care: $55 per child/ week
For questions about camp or to submit a completed registration packet, please contact: Kaylee Hunt, School-Aged Childcare & Summer Camp Coordinator khunt@fultoncountyymca.org
- Download a registration packet and submit it via email to khunt@fultoncountyymca.org
- Print a registration packet, complete it, and drop it off at the Welcome Center.
- Pick up a registration packet at the Welcome Center, fill it out, and return it once completed.
All children registering for camp must have a current physical and up-to-date vaccination record.
Documentation must be completed and signed by a physician and submitted with the registration packet. Records may be provided via fax or as written/printed copies.
YMCA FAX: 518-848-3463
After the registration packet is received, families will receive a call from Kaylee Hunt, the Camp Coordinator, to finalize registration and to schedule attendance at a Camper Family Orientation.
All families are required to attend a Camper Family Orientation. Orientation dates have not yet been finalized; however, multiple dates and times will be offered to accommodate families’ schedules.

Day Camp Activities

Swim Lessons & Water Fun

Campers will have a scheduled swim time that includes both swim instruction and structured open swim.
During lessons, children will learn water safety skills, swimming techniques, and confidence in the water, followed by supervised free swim for fun and practice.
Sports Galore

Each week introduces a new sport, giving campers the chance to learn new skills, practice teamwork, and stay active:
Week 1: Soccer
Week 2: Basketball
Week 3: Kickball
Week 4: Ultimate Frisbee
Week 5: Volleyball
Week 6: Floor Hockey
Week 7: Flag Football
Week 8: Obstacle Courses
Week 9: Gaga Ball
Week 10: Pickleball
Creative Arts & Humanities

Campers will participate in daily art activities designed to encourage creativity, self-expression, and imagination through hands-on projects.
STEAM Exploration

Each day focuses on a different S.T.E.A.M. discipline, allowing campers to explore, experiment, and problem-solve in fun and engaging ways:
Monday: Science
Tuesday: Technology
Wednesday: Engineering
Thursday: Art
Friday: Mathematics
Campers will also be introduced to basic language skills throughout the summer, helping expand communication and cultural awareness.
Creative Snacks

New for 2026: One of the most exciting new features this year! Campers will learn how to prepare nutritious snacks while making the process fun, creative, and hands-on—combining food, art, and learning.
Exciting Field Trips

Campers will enjoy three off-site field trips throughout the summer, offering opportunities for adventure, learning, and exploration.
Dates and locations to be announced.
Leaders in Training (LIT)

For studentsin Grade 9
This program focuses on leadership development, volunteerism, and service learning, helping teens grow confidence and responsibility.
Counselor in Training Program (CIT)

For students in Grade 10
Designed for teens interested in working with children, this program emphasizes teamwork, leadership skills, and hands-on experience in a camp setting