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▌ Outdoors/Nature · Ages 8–14

Outdoor Adventure Camp

YMCA of Greater Houston · $200/week

YMCA of Greater Houston offers various summer day camps, including an Outdoor Adventure Camp, focusing on character development and engaging activities.

▌ Editor's read The YMCA of Greater Houston operates various summer day camps, including an Outdoor Adventure Camp, as part of its broader childcare and camp programs. The website emphasizes a commitment to safety, stating that all staff undergo background checks and receive training in CPR, First Aid, and child abuse prevention. While specific ACA accreditation for the individual camp is not explicitly mentioned, the YMCA is a well-known non-profit organization with a long history of providing youth programs. The camp aims to foster character development through activities like swimming, sports, and arts. The program type is clearly day camp, with no indication of overnight options. Social media handles for YMCA Houston are readily available, indicating an active online presence.
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Who thrives here Ages 8–14

Outdoor Adventure 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 outdoors/nature 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
Not verified
Established
Not listed
Operator
Nonprofit organization
Staff-to-camper ratio
Not listed

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Details

  • Category: Outdoors/Nature
  • Ages: 8–14
  • Address: 1600 Louisiana St, Houston, TX 77002
  • Phone: (713) 659-5566
  • Cost notes: Family Member: $80, Youth Member: $100, Non-Member: $200. Exact pricing may vary, refer to registration page.

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Outdoor Adventure Camp

What ages does Outdoor Adventure Camp accept?
Outdoor Adventure Camp is open to children ages 8–14. 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 Outdoor Adventure Camp cost?
Outdoor Adventure Camp publishes $200/week for the standard session. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
Who runs Outdoor Adventure Camp?
Outdoor Adventure 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 Outdoor Adventure Camp provide lunch?
Outdoor Adventure Camp 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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