Camp Tecumseh YMCA
Camp Tecumseh YMCA offers a variety of overnight camp programs for youth, focusing on outdoor adventure, personal...
▌ Editor's read Camp Tecumseh YMCA's website, camptecumseh.org, loads successfully and provides comprehensive information about their programs. It is ACA accredited, with accreditation valid through 2025, ensuring adherence to industry safety and quality standards. The camp has a strong historical presence, having been founded in 1924 by Dr. John and Elizabeth R. Kingsbury, and operates as a nonprofit organization. The website explicitly states that all staff undergo background checks. Google reviews show a high rating of 4.9 stars based on 1,023 reviews, with many reviewers praising the positive impact on children and the quality of the staff. The camp offers various overnight programs for different age groups, including traditional camp, adventure trips, and leadership development. Social media presence includes an active Instagram handle @camptecumsehymca and Facebook handle camptecumsehymca.
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ACA-accredited~300 standards audited
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Since 1021924+ years operating
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Nonprofit operator501(c)(3) tax-exempt
Who thrives here Ages 5–17
Camp Tecumseh YMCA sits in the upper-elementary to middle-school window where specialization starts to mean something. Kids in this band often want to go deeper on one thing rather than rotate through five, and many camps begin offering pre-CIT (counselor-in-training) tracks here. The right overnight/sleepaway fit at this age depends on whether the child wants more autonomy or still wants the safety of a structured rhythm.
Facts & Credentials
- Program type
- Overnight camp
- ACA accredited
- Yes
- Established
- 102 (1924 years)
- Operator
- Nonprofit organization
- Staff-to-camper ratio
- Not listed
Details
- Category: Overnight/Sleepaway
- Ages: 5–17
- Hours: 24-hour residential
- Address: 12635 W Tecumseh Bend Rd, Brookston, IN 47923
- Phone: (765) 564-2898
- Email: [email protected]
- Cost notes: Tier B pricing. Tier A is $1050.
↗ What parents like
- 100 years of impact
- Tiered pricing available
↘ Watch for
- No specific 2026 dates yet
Logistics
- Lunch provided: No
- Transportation: No
- Financial aid: No
- Setting: mixed
Frequently asked about Camp Tecumseh YMCA
- What ages does Camp Tecumseh YMCA accept?
- Camp Tecumseh YMCA is open to children ages 5–17. 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 Camp Tecumseh YMCA cost?
- Camp Tecumseh YMCA publishes $875/week for the standard session. Tier B pricing. Tier A is $1050. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
- What are Camp Tecumseh YMCA's hours?
- Camp Tecumseh YMCA runs 24-hour residential. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
- Is Camp Tecumseh YMCA accredited?
- Yes — Camp Tecumseh YMCA is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) and has been operating for 1924 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 Camp Tecumseh YMCA?
- Camp Tecumseh YMCA is operated by a nonprofit organization, with 1924 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 Camp Tecumseh YMCA provide lunch?
- Camp Tecumseh YMCA does not include lunch — campers bring their own. Most day camps without provided lunch are nut-free or nut-aware, so check the allergy policy before packing. Frozen water bottles double as ice packs and drinks; insulated lunch boxes hold below 40°F for about four hours.
Planning guides
Editorial checklists to use before you compare Camp Tecumseh YMCA with other camps.
- How to choose a summer camp · Use the decision checklist before you compare finalists.
- Day camp vs. overnight camp · Decide whether the format fits your child and schedule.
- Packing list and camp prep · Plan gear, medication notes, labels, and drop-off prep.
- Financial aid and scholarship camps · Compare aid policies, discounts, and application timing.
Camps near here
Same city, with age-overlapping options first. Other camps to consider alongside Camp Tecumseh YMCA.
- Camp Tecumseh · Camp Tecumseh · Ages 8–15 · $1,050/week
- Day Camp · Brookston, IN · Ages 5–12 · $215/week
- YMCA Camp Tecumseh · YMCA Camp Tecumseh · Ages 8–15 · $875/week