YMCA Camp Tecumseh
YMCA Camp Tecumseh offers a wide range of overnight camp programs for youth, focusing on outdoor adventure, skill development, and character building in a Ch...
▌ Editor's read YMCA Camp Tecumseh's website, camptecumseh.org, loads successfully and presents a comprehensive overview of its programs. The camp is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA), with its accreditation valid through 2025, confirming its commitment to industry standards. Google reviews show a strong rating of 4.9 stars based on over 1,000 reviews, with many parents praising the positive impact on their children and the quality of the staff. The camp, operating since 1924, is a nonprofit organization offering overnight programs for various age groups, including traditional camp, adventure trips, and equestrian programs. The website mentions that staff undergo background checks. Social media presence includes an Instagram handle @camptecumseh and a Facebook page 'camptecumseh'.
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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 8–15
YMCA Camp Tecumseh is built for middle-school campers — an age where leadership tracks, deeper specialization, and identity exploration take over from generalist day-camp formats. equestrian 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
- 102 (1924 years)
- Operator
- Nonprofit organization
- Staff-to-camper ratio
- Not listed
Details
- Category: Equestrian
- Ages: 8–15
- Hours: 24-hour residential
- Address: 12635 W Tecumseh Bend Rd, Brookston, IN 47923, USA
- Cost notes: USD. Two-tiered pricing. Tier A is $1050, Tier B is $875. Financial assistance is available.
Logistics
- Lunch provided: No
- Transportation: No
- Financial aid: No
- Setting: mixed
Frequently asked about YMCA Camp Tecumseh
- What ages does YMCA Camp Tecumseh accept?
- YMCA Camp Tecumseh is open to children ages 8–15. 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 Tecumseh cost?
- YMCA Camp Tecumseh publishes $875/week for the standard session. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
- What are YMCA Camp Tecumseh's hours?
- YMCA Camp Tecumseh 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 YMCA Camp Tecumseh accredited?
- Yes — YMCA Camp Tecumseh 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 YMCA Camp Tecumseh?
- YMCA Camp Tecumseh 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 YMCA Camp Tecumseh provide lunch?
- YMCA Camp Tecumseh 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.
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Camps near here
Same city, with age-overlapping options first. Other camps to consider alongside YMCA Camp Tecumseh.
- Camp Tecumseh · Camp Tecumseh · Ages 8–15 · $1,050/week
- Camp Tecumseh YMCA · Brookston, IN · Ages 5–17 · $875/week
- Day Camp · Brookston, IN · Ages 5–12 · $215/week