What ages does YMCA Camp Potawotami - Mini Camp accept?

YMCA Camp Potawotami - Mini Camp is open to children ages 6–8. 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 Potawotami - Mini Camp cost?

YMCA Camp Potawotami - Mini Camp publishes $450/week for the standard session. YMCA member/non-member pricing may apply. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.

What are YMCA Camp Potawotami - Mini Camp's hours?

YMCA Camp Potawotami - Mini Camp runs 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.

Is YMCA Camp Potawotami - Mini Camp accredited?

Yes — YMCA Camp Potawotami - Mini Camp is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA). 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 Potawotami - Mini Camp?

YMCA Camp Potawotami - Mini Camp is operated by a nonprofit organization. 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 Potawotami - Mini Camp provide lunch?

Yes — YMCA Camp Potawotami - Mini Camp 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.

▌ Overnight/Sleepaway · Ages 6–8

YMCA Camp Potawotami - Mini Camp

YMCA Camp Potawotami · $450/week

A traditional overnight camp experience, including a Mini Camp for younger campers, focusing on outdoor activities...

▌ Editor's read The provided website, https://www.fwycamp.org/programs/dates-and-rates, loads successfully and details program offerings including Mini Camp. YMCA Camp Potawotami is ACA accredited, with its accreditation expiring in 2025, indicating a commitment to industry best practices. The camp is operated by the YMCA, a non-profit organization. While specific staff ratios are not published, the website mentions that all staff undergo background checks. Google reviews for 'YMCA Camp Potawotami' show a strong rating of 4.8 stars based on 239 reviews, with reviewers frequently praising the positive impact on children, the variety of activities, and the caring staff. Social media handles found on the site are @ymcacampfwy for Instagram and YMCACampFWY for Facebook. The camp offers overnight programs, including a specific 'Mini Camp' for younger participants.

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ACA-accredited~300 standards audited

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Nonprofit operator501(c)(3) tax-exempt

Who thrives here Ages 6–8

YMCA Camp Potawotami - Mini Camp is well suited to lower-elementary campers who can sit through a 30-minute activity block but still need movement breaks every hour. overnight/sleepaway content lands when it's framed as play first, instruction second; this age responds to friend-group continuity more than to specific skill outcomes.

Facts & Credentials

Program type: Overnight camp
ACA accredited: Yes
Established: Not listed
Operator: Nonprofit organization
Staff-to-camper ratio: Not listed

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Details

Category: Overnight/Sleepaway
Ages: 6–8
Hours: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Address: 7255 E 720 S, Wolcottville, IN 46795, USA
Phone: (260) 351-2525
Email: [email protected]
Cost notes: YMCA member/non-member pricing may apply.

↗ What parents like

Financial scholarships available
Good for younger campers

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Limited information on the website

Logistics

Lunch provided: Yes
Transportation: No
Financial aid: No
Setting: outdoor

Frequently asked about YMCA Camp Potawotami - Mini Camp

What ages does YMCA Camp Potawotami - Mini Camp accept?: YMCA Camp Potawotami - Mini Camp is open to children ages 6–8. 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 Potawotami - Mini Camp cost?: YMCA Camp Potawotami - Mini Camp publishes $450/week for the standard session. YMCA member/non-member pricing may apply. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are YMCA Camp Potawotami - Mini Camp's hours?: YMCA Camp Potawotami - Mini Camp runs 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Is YMCA Camp Potawotami - Mini Camp accredited?: Yes — YMCA Camp Potawotami - Mini Camp is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA). 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 Potawotami - Mini Camp?: YMCA Camp Potawotami - Mini Camp is operated by a nonprofit organization. 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 Potawotami - Mini Camp provide lunch?: Yes — YMCA Camp Potawotami - Mini Camp 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.

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