YMCA Camp Benson

Summer Camp

Here at YMCA Camp Benson boys and girls have been given the opportunity to create a very special community focused on friendship, acceptance, self-discovery and independence since 1928.

Overnight summer camp gives children the chance to step away from the familiar parts of their daily routine and venture outside their comfort zones. They make new friends, lifelong memories and learn new skills in a safe, well-supervised, and “unplugged” environment. Whether you’re looking for a week-long overnight camp, an overnight summer camp for younger campers or a teen leadership program, YMCA Camp Benson has a program that’s right for you

“YMCA Camp Benson provides a positive alternative reality to his digital and virtual tech world.  It provides a necessary connection to the natural world and personal, meaningful face-to-face social relationships.  Also he just gets to have FUN!” – Camper Parent

EXPLORER CAMP

Entering 1st - 3rd Grade

EXPLORER Camp is a 4-day, 3-night camping experience designed to introduce our youngest campers to the overnight camping experience. Explorer campers travel together and sample camp activities in shorter, age-appropriate activity periods. Our Explorer Camp counselors are dedicated to creating a supportive environment where our youngest campers can become more independent and build new friendships.

Dates: June 30-July 3
Theme: Space Explorers
Price: YMCA Members $425
Non-YMCA Members $475

ADVENTURE CAMP

Entering 3rd - 8th Grade

Adventure Camp is a week-long overnight camp for boys and girls focused on achievement, belonging and independence. During this week of camp campers will overcome challenges, develop self reliance, become more confident and make lifelong friends. Here, campers learn to cooperate, empathize and communicate with others in the outdoors.

Dates:
Week 1: July 4-10 
Myths & Legends
 
Week 2: July 11-17
Calling All Superheroes
 
Week 3: July 25-July 31
The Olympic Games
 
Week 4: Aug 1-7
Jurassic Camp
 
Week 5: Aug 8-14
Avatar: The Last Campers
 
Price: YMCA Members $625
Non-YMCA Members $675

MEGA CAMP

Entering 3rd - 8th Grade

MEGA Camp is a 14 day overnight camp that allows our campers to more fully immerse themselves in the YMCA Camp Benson experience. Campers get the chance to try more activities, participate in the special weekend stay over and get to know their counselors and fellow MEGA campers much better. MEGA campers will leave with a greater sense of independence, belonging and accomplishment.

*We will not be offering any Mega Camps for the 2021 Season.

MINI CAMP

Entering 1st - 8th Grade

MINI Camp is a condensed version of our most popular session, Adventure Camp. During this action packed 4-day camp our campers will participate in a wide range of traditional camp activities focused on skill building. This is camp session is perfect for both returning and first-time campers. Fun and memory making are maximized in MINI Camp.

Dates: June 30-July 3
Theme: Space Explorers
Price: YMCA Members $425
Non-YMCA Members $475

TEEN CAMP

Entering 7th - 12th Grade

Teen Week is a week of camp just for teenagers. This week of camp is specifically designed to meet the needs and interests of teens. TEEN Week is all about forging friendships and helping teenagers discover who they really are while giving them more freedom to choose what they actually want to do at camp.

Dates: July 18-24
Survivor: Outwit, Outplay, Outcamp
Price: YMCA Members $625
Non-YMCA Members $675

PARENT INFORMATION/CAMP QUICK LINKS!

PARENT HANDBOOK
2021 POLICIES & PROCEDURES
2021 CHECK IN/CHECK OUT PROCEDURES
ADVENTURE WEEK 1 MENU
ADVENTURE WEEK 2 & 4 MENU
ADVENTURE WEEK 3 & 5 MENU
TEEN WEEK MENU
MINI CAMP MENU
"YMCA Camp Benson provides a positive alternative reality to his digital and virtual tech world.  It provides a necessary connection to the natural world and personal, meaningful face-to-face social relationships.  Also he just gets to have FUN!” - Camper Parent
“This camp was one of the best recommendations this family has ever received! We tell everyone about it.” - Camper Parent
“My child insists on going to Camp Benson. She loves it, can't wait get there, and comes home happier and more mature.” - Camper Parent
“Sending your child to Camp Benson helps them develop emotionally, socially and physically. I feel Camp Benson is preparing my child to not only survive at college, but to survive in the real world.” - Camper Parent
“As a first-time camp parent I was really nervous about leaving my daughter, but everyone was really helpful and made my daughter feel welcomed.” - Camper Parent
“My children have been attending YMCA Camp Benson for the last five years and it's simply the best experience of their lives. The lessons learned, fears overcome and friendships they have created are absolutely unmatched by any other activity or sport they are involved in.”- Camper Parent
“The communication is fantastic from the beginning of the process to after. I really appreciate feeling like I am part of my daughter's world while she is away.”- Camper Parent
“My children have been attending YMCA Camp Benson for the past 5 years and it is simply the best experience of their lives. The lessons learned, fears overcome and friendships they have created are absolutely unmatched by any other activity or sport they are involved in.”- Camper Parent
The Camp Benson experience created memories our daughter will have for a lifetime. She has gained skills; like trying new things and making friends in a new situation.”- Camper Parent
“This time in my child's life will be remembered for her entire life as one of the most positive week of her childhood. She was positively gushing with excitement and stories of the week.”- Camper Parent
“Camp Benson has given my kids the opportunity to be leaders, be more outgoing, and be more responsible. They come back from camp each summer with huge smiles.”- Steve
“The professional, positive, friendly and welcoming demeanor of all the staff is what really sets YMCA Camp Benson apart from the other overnight summer camps my girls have attended. I drive away feeling fully confident I have left my kids in good hands.”- Camper Parent
“Camp Benson has given my kids a great sense of responsibility for themselves that is becoming more consistent at home during the year, not just immediately after they return. They are developing their self-esteem and for the older boys, a desire to serve others.” - Camper Parent
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