Summer Camp

Summer is filled with fun and friendships! At YMCA Camp Alexander we have over 50 years of experience in providing a safe, thriving environment for young people.

 

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YMCA Camp Alexander

Camp is a great place to make lasting memories. With fun daily activities your child will grow stronger, stay active and connect with friends, all while building the core values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility.

THE BEST SUMMER EVER:

Camp Alexander is a 33 acre slice of heaven located on Nepco Lake. Campers will have the opportunity to try many different activities, build lasting friendships, and create memories that will last a lifetime. This year camp will be structured to offer many different activity options for the campers to choose from. Each day two to three different activities will be offered during our breakouts that are tailored toward different interests. Getting away from themed weeks makes camp more inclusive for everyone and allows them to shine as individuals. An example of opportunities offered during breakout sessions would include; friendship bracelet making, fishing, and yoga. The campers will choose the one they wish to participate in to ensure they are having fun. All activities are lead by counselors with similar interests to provide the best experience possible. We look forward to the best summer ever!

Camp Vision

Fostering a healthy and safe environment by creating opportunities for campers to grow into the best version of themselves while being grounded by nature.

Camp Alexander is programed to provide:
New experiences | Active engagement
A free thinking structure | Development of new skills
Improvement of social skills | Lasting friendships
A safe place to have fun

Day Camp Hours

9:00AM – 4:00PM

BEFORE CAMP CARE

Mon-Thurs | 7:00-9:00AM

After Camp Care

Mon-Thurs | 4:00-5:30PM
Friday | 4:00-5:00PM

Camp Activities

There are many great activities to do while you’re at camp

  • Swimming
  • Field Trips
  • Crafts
  • Court & Field Games
  • Archery
  • Hiking
  • Nature programs
  • Canoeing
  • Kayaking
  • Fishing
  • More

Camp Weeks 2024

WEEK 1: June 10-14th, 2024

WEEK 2: June 17-21st, 2024

WEEK 3: June 24-28th, 2024

WEEK 4: July 1-3rd, 2024

Summer Sleep-Away Mini week

WEEK 5: July 8-12th, 2024 

WEEK 6: July 15-19th, 2024

WEEK 7: July 22-26th, 2024

Resident week

WEEK 8: July 29- August 2nd, 2024

WEEK 9: August 5-9th, 2024

WEEK 10: August 12-16th, 2024

WEEK 11: August 19-23rd, 2024

WEEK 12: August 26-30th, 2024

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Sample Daily Schedule & Activities
7:00am-9:00am
Check In/Pre Camp FREE BEFORE CARE
9:00am-9:30am
Snack and Full Circle
9:30am-10:30am
All Camp Activity
10:30am-11:45am
Breakout 1
12:00pm-12:30pm
Lunch
12:30pm-12:45pm
Full Circle
12:45pm-2:00pm
Breakout 2
2:00pm-3:30pm
Swimming
3:30pm-4:00pm
Snack, Clean up, Reflect
*Mon.- Thursday* 4:00pm-5:30pm
Check Out/Post Camp FREE AFTER CARE
*Friday* 4:00pm-5:00pm
Check Out/Post Camp

Full Circle – Announcements, games, songs

Breakouts – Selection of several different activity options to allow the campers to choose their adventure

Ex. Frisbee golf, Tie-dying, Baking, Knot tying, Axe throwing, Shelter building, Fishing

Registration

2024 YMCA Camp Alexander registration is opening SOON! Early bird rates are available through April 1st. To register, stop in and visit our Member Services team at the front desk or call us at 715.818.9622. Registration forms and payments are required at the time of sign-up.

Join us for our Camp open house May 18th from 12-4pm

Membership & Camp For All

No one is turned away from YMCA Camp Alexander for an inability to pay. Our Membership for All – financial assistance program ensures that funding is available so every child can enjoy camp. State Assistance may be available as well. For more information, contact South Wood County YMCA at 715.818.9622

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WHAT TO LEAVE AT HOME

ALL Electronics | Cell Phones | Toys | Stuffed Animals

HAVE THE DESIRE TO WORK HARD & PLAY HARD IN THE OUTDOORS?

TEEN LEADERSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

Teens who have an interest in learning leadership skills and using those skills with younger campers are encouraged to be a Junior Counselor (JC) at camp. JC’s have a brief training and orientation to be able to assist counselors with younger campers. JC’s will be given age-appropriate challenges that will build their skills, confidence and capacity for working with people of all ages. This program can be applied towards community service hours for high school graduation.

  • Age 15-17
  • Must have at least 2yrs camper experience
  • Commit to at least 2-Day Camp weeks

Must be pre-interviewed and accepted into the program by the Camp Director. Not everyone is accepted into the program.

Camp For All Interest Form

Please fill out this submission form if you’re interested in learning more about our Camp For All program and verifying your eligibility. Someone from our team will reach out to you shortly.

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Address
1053 Camp Road, Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54494 (No mail receptacle)

Phone
715.818.9622

Mailing Address
601 West Grand Avenue, Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54495

Contact for More Information:
Baxter Arndt | Sports & Camp Director
arndt@swcymca.org | 715-818-6010

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Contact for More Information:
Baxter Arndt | Sports & Camp Director
arndt@swcymca.org | 715-818-6010

Camp Address:

1053 Camp Road
Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54494