Camp · Traditional Day Camp · Ages 5–15 · $430/week
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▌ Traditional Day Camp · Ages 5–15

YMCA Camp Hanes - Day Camp

King, NC · $430/week

YMCA Camp Hanes offers a variety of day and overnight camp programs for youth of all ages, focusing on outdoor...

▌ Editor's read YMCA Camp Hanes - Day Camp operates as part of the YMCA of Northwest North Carolina, offering traditional day camp programs. The website, ymcanwnc.org/locations/ymca-camp-hanes, loads successfully and provides details about the day camp. The camp is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA), with its accreditation valid through 2025, indicating compliance with over 200 health, safety, and program quality standards. While specific staff-to-camper ratios are not explicitly listed, the YMCA generally emphasizes staff training and safety. The website mentions that all staff undergo background checks and receive extensive training. Google reviews for 'YMCA Camp Hanes' show a strong rating of 4.8 stars based on 178 reviews, with many parents praising the engaging activities and caring staff. The camp's program includes activities like swimming, archery, climbing, and arts & crafts, fostering a well-rounded experience. Social media presence includes an Instagram handle @ymcacamp_hanes and a Facebook page YMCACampHanes.
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ACA-accredited~300 standards audited
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Nonprofit operator501(c)(3) tax-exempt
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Who thrives here Ages 5–15

YMCA Camp Hanes - Day Camp 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 traditional day camp 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
Day camp
ACA accredited
Yes
Established
Not listed
Operator
Nonprofit organization
Staff-to-camper ratio
Not listed

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Details

  • Category: Traditional Day Camp
  • Ages: 5–15
  • Hours: 7:30 AM - 5:30 PM
  • Address: 1225 Camp Hanes Rd, King, NC 27021
  • Phone: (336) 983-3131
  • Email: [email protected]
  • Cost notes: $410 for members. Early bird discount available.

↗ What parents like

  • Variety of programs
  • Financial assistance available

↘ Watch for

  • Website has broken links
  • Information hard to find

Logistics

  • Lunch provided: Yes
  • Transportation: Yes
  • Financial aid: No
  • Setting: mixed

Frequently asked about YMCA Camp Hanes - Day Camp

What ages does YMCA Camp Hanes - Day Camp accept?
YMCA Camp Hanes - Day Camp is open to children ages 5–15. 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 Hanes - Day Camp cost?
YMCA Camp Hanes - Day Camp publishes $430/week for the standard session. $410 for members. Early bird discount available. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are YMCA Camp Hanes - Day Camp's hours?
YMCA Camp Hanes - Day Camp runs 7:30 AM - 5:30 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 Hanes - Day Camp accredited?
Yes — YMCA Camp Hanes - Day 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 Hanes - Day Camp?
YMCA Camp Hanes - Day 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 Hanes - Day Camp provide lunch?
Yes — YMCA Camp Hanes - Day 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.
Does YMCA Camp Hanes - Day Camp offer extended care?
Yes — YMCA Camp Hanes - Day Camp offers extended care alongside the main program day. Extended care is usually billed separately from the core session; ask whether single-day drop-in is allowed or if it requires a full-week commitment.
Does YMCA Camp Hanes - Day Camp offer transportation?
YMCA Camp Hanes - Day Camp provides transportation. Coverage zones and bus stops vary; ask for the route map for the summer you're enrolling in. Some camps fold bus fees into tuition, others bill separately.

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