Summer Sampler
A 3-day introduction to camp with a variety of activities.
▌ Editor's read The provided URL leads to the registration page for YMCA Camp Icaghowan, which hosts the Summer Sampler day camp program. YMCA Camp Icaghowan is ACA accredited, with its accreditation expiring in 2025, indicating a commitment to high standards in safety and program delivery. The camp is operated by the YMCA of the North, a non-profit organization. The Summer Sampler program is a day camp for grades K-8, offering activities such as swimming, archery, arts and crafts, and outdoor games. The YMCA of the North website mentions that all staff undergo background checks. Google reviews for YMCA Camp Icaghowan show a rating of 4.7 stars based on 100 reviews, with many reviewers praising the engaging activities and caring staff. Social media handles for the broader YMCA of the North are @ymcanorth on Instagram and YMCANorth on Facebook.
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ACA-accredited~300 standards audited
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Nonprofit operator501(c)(3) tax-exempt
Who thrives here Ages 7–9
Summer Sampler fits middle-elementary campers — old enough for skill-building to land, young enough that friend-group dynamics and counselor warmth still matter more than program rigor. Parents at this age band tend to prioritize a balanced rhythm of structured activity and unstructured play, which is the actual differentiator inside any given traditional day camp program.
Facts & Credentials
- Program type
- Day camp
- ACA accredited
- Yes
- Established
- Not listed
- Operator
- Nonprofit organization
- Staff-to-camper ratio
- Not listed
Details
- Category: Traditional Day Camp
- Ages: 7–9
- Address: 899 115th St, Amery, WI 54001, USA
- Phone: (715) 268-8900
- Cost notes: Cost is for a 3-day session, not per week. Calculated from 85 for 3 days.
8 sessions (8 one-week), from Jun 14 to Aug 4.
Sessions
Bookable units published by the camp. Each row is a one-week session.
- Session 1 Jun 14 – 16, 2026 · 1 week · $585
- Session 2 Jun 21 – 23, 2026 · 1 week · $585
- Session 3 Jun 28 – 30, 2026 · 1 week · $585
- Session 4 Jul 5 – 7, 2026 · 1 week · $585
- Session 5 Jul 12 – 14, 2026 · 1 week · $585
- Session 6 Jul 19 – 21, 2026 · 1 week · $585
- Session 7 Jul 26 – 28, 2026 · 1 week · $585
- Session 8 Aug 2 – 4, 2026 · 1 week · $585
↗ What parents like
- Short session for new campers
- Introduction to camp activities
↘ Watch for
- Limited bus transportation
- Pickup at camp only on Tuesdays
Logistics
- Lunch provided: No
- Transportation: Yes
- Financial aid: No
- Setting: mixed
Frequently asked about Summer Sampler
- What ages does Summer Sampler accept?
- Summer Sampler is open to children ages 7–9. 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 Summer Sampler cost?
- Summer Sampler publishes $1,365/week for the standard session. Cost is for a 3-day session, not per week. Calculated from 85 for 3 days. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
- Is Summer Sampler accredited?
- Yes — Summer Sampler 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 Summer Sampler?
- Summer Sampler 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 Summer Sampler provide lunch?
- Summer Sampler 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.
- Does Summer Sampler offer transportation?
- Summer Sampler 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.
Planning guides
Editorial checklists to use before you compare Summer Sampler with other camps.
- How to choose a summer camp · Use the decision checklist before you compare finalists.
- Financial aid and scholarship camps · Compare aid policies, discounts, and application timing.
- Summer camp pricing in 2026 · Benchmark weekly cost before you commit a deposit.
- Summer camp safety and accreditation · Review the safety signals that matter most.
Camps near here
Same city, with age-overlapping options first. Other camps to consider alongside Summer Sampler.
- Traditional (Mini Session) · YMCA Camp Icaghowan · Ages 7–12 · $1,313/week
- YMCA Camp Icaghowan · YMCA Camp Icaghowan · Ages 7–17 · $950/week
- YMCA Camp Icaghowan - Summer Sampler · YMCA Camp Icaghowan · Ages 7–9 · $585/week
- YMCA Camp Icaghowan - Traditional (Mini Session) · YMCA Camp Icaghowan · Ages 7–12 · $750/week