YMCA Camp of the Pines
YMCA Camp of the Pines offers traditional overnight camp experiences with a focus on outdoor activities and personal...
▌ Editor's read The Y Camp website (y-camp.org) loads successfully and presents as a legitimate camp. It is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA), with accreditation expiring in 2024, confirming adherence to industry standards for safety and program quality. The camp is a non-profit organization and has been operating since 1900, as stated on their 'About Us' page, indicating a long history of serving youth. The website mentions that all staff undergo background checks. Y Camp offers day camp programs, including traditional day camp, specialty camps, and adventure camps. Google reviews for 'Y Camp Iowa' show a rating of 4.7 stars based on 239 reviews, with many reviewers praising the positive impact on their children and the variety of activities offered. Social media handles found are @ycampia on Instagram and YCampIowa on Facebook.
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ACA-accredited~300 standards audited
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Since 1261900+ years operating
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Nonprofit operator501(c)(3) tax-exempt
Who thrives here Ages 7–17
YMCA Camp of the Pines is built for middle-school campers — an age where leadership tracks, deeper specialization, and identity exploration take over from generalist day-camp formats. traditional day camp programs that thrive at this age publish a clear weekly progression rather than a rotating activity menu, and the staff-to-camper conversation usually matters more than the activity list.
Facts & Credentials
- Program type
- Overnight camp
- ACA accredited
- Yes
- Established
- 126 (1900 years)
- Operator
- Nonprofit organization
- Staff-to-camper ratio
- Not listed
Details
- Category: Traditional Day Camp
- Ages: 7–17
- Address: 10736 118th St, Boone, IA 50036
- Phone: 515-432-7558
- Email: [email protected]
- Cost notes: Tier 3 pricing for traditional camp. Tiered pricing available.
↗ What parents like
- Affordable tiered pricing
- Variety of outdoor activities
↘ Watch for
- Limited session availability
- No specific program details
Logistics
- Lunch provided: Yes
- Transportation: No
- Financial aid: No
- Setting: outdoor
Frequently asked about YMCA Camp of the Pines
- What ages does YMCA Camp of the Pines accept?
- YMCA Camp of the Pines is open to children ages 7–17. Camps publish their own age cutoffs, and some run mixed-age groups internally; check the registration page for that summer's grouping if your child sits at a boundary.
- How much does YMCA Camp of the Pines cost?
- YMCA Camp of the Pines publishes $715/week for the standard session. Tier 3 pricing for traditional camp. Tiered pricing available. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
- Is YMCA Camp of the Pines accredited?
- Yes — YMCA Camp of the Pines is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) and has been operating for 1900 years. ACA accreditation means the camp has been audited against ~300 health, safety, and program-quality standards covering staffing, supervision ratios, emergency response, and program design.
- Who runs YMCA Camp of the Pines?
- YMCA Camp of the Pines is operated by a nonprofit organization, with 1900 years of operating history. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
- Does YMCA Camp of the Pines provide lunch?
- Yes — YMCA Camp of the Pines includes lunch in the program. Confirm whether it's a hot lunch, cold lunch, or a snack-plus-bring-your-own setup, and ask about allergy accommodations if relevant.
Planning guides
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Camps near here
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- Camp Hertko Hollow Summer Camp Programs · Ages 6–18 · $750/week