Wapsie Day Camp
Wapsie Day Camp, operated by the Cedar Rapids Metro YMCA, offers traditional day camp activities like swimming, archery, and arts and crafts for children in ...
▌ Editor's read The provided URL loads successfully, directing to the Wapsie Day Camp page on the Cedar Rapids Metro YMCA website. The camp is a day program offering activities such as swimming, archery, arts and crafts, and outdoor games for children entering grades K-8. The Cedar Rapids Metro YMCA is a non-profit organization, and their website states that all staff undergo background checks and receive training in child abuse prevention, first aid, and CPR. While specific staff-to-camper ratios are not listed, the YMCA's general commitment to safety is highlighted. Google reviews for 'Cedar Rapids Metro YMCA' show a 4.6-star rating from 300+ reviews, with many positive comments about their programs and facilities. The camp is not listed in the ACA directory. Social media handles for the Cedar Rapids Metro YMCA are @crmetroymca on Instagram and 'crmetroymca' on Facebook.
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Nonprofit operator501(c)(3) tax-exempt
Who thrives here
Wapsie Day Camp is geared toward early-childhood campers — ages where ritual, repetition, and short activity blocks land better than long instructional sessions. traditional day camp programs at this age work best when the day length matches the child's attention threshold and the staff knows how to handle separation moments without escalating them.
Facts & Credentials
- Program type
- Day camp
- ACA accredited
- Not verified
- Established
- Not listed
- Operator
- Nonprofit organization
- Staff-to-camper ratio
- Not listed
Details
- Category: Traditional Day Camp
- Ages: not listed
- Address: 2174 Wapsie Y Rd, Coggon, IA 52218
Logistics
- Lunch provided: No
- Transportation: No
- Financial aid: No
- Setting: mixed
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