YMCA Camp St. Croix
Traditional Explorers Camp for 1st-2nd graders at YMCA Camp St. Croix, offering classic camp activities.
▌ Editor's read The provided URL leads to the YMCA of the North's Adventure Camps page, which details various camp offerings, including DayCroix Traditional Explorers Camp. This camp is a day program designed for children entering grades 1-2, focusing on traditional camp activities like swimming, arts and crafts, and outdoor exploration. The YMCA of the North is a non-profit organization. While specific ACA accreditation for DayCroix Camp isn't explicitly stated on the page, the YMCA as a larger entity often adheres to high standards. The website mentions that 'all staff are background checked' and trained in CPR/First Aid, indicating a commitment to safety. Google reviews for 'YMCA of the North' generally show a high rating, often above 4.5 stars, across thousands of reviews, reflecting overall positive sentiment for the organization. Social media handles for the broader YMCA of the North are @ymcanorth on Instagram and 'YMCANorth' on Facebook.
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Nonprofit operator501(c)(3) tax-exempt
Who thrives here Ages 6–7
YMCA Camp St. Croix is well suited to lower-elementary campers who can sit through a 30-minute activity block but still need movement breaks every hour. traditional day camp 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
- Day camp
- ACA accredited
- Not verified
- Established
- Not listed
- Operator
- Nonprofit organization
- Staff-to-camper ratio
- Not listed
Details
- Category: Traditional Day Camp
- Ages: 6–7
- Hours: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
- Address: 532 County Rd F, Hudson, WI 54016
- Phone: 651-436-8429
- Email: [email protected]
- Cost notes: 2026 pricing TBD as of 2026-04-16.
Logistics
- Lunch provided: Yes
- Transportation: No
- Financial aid: No
- Setting: mixed
Frequently asked about YMCA Camp St. Croix
- What ages does YMCA Camp St. Croix accept?
- YMCA Camp St. Croix is open to children ages 6–7. 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 St. Croix cost?
- YMCA Camp St. Croix doesn't publish a flat per-week rate — pricing varies by session. 2026 pricing TBD as of 2026-04-16. Contact the camp directly for the current schedule of fees.
- What are YMCA Camp St. Croix's hours?
- YMCA Camp St. Croix 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.
- Who runs YMCA Camp St. Croix?
- YMCA Camp St. Croix 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 St. Croix provide lunch?
- Yes — YMCA Camp St. Croix 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.
- How does YMCA Camp St. Croix compare to other traditional day camp camps in Hudson?
- YMCA Camp St. Croix is one of 17 traditional day camp camps in Hudson that overlap its age range. The differentiation between options usually comes down to four factors: weekly price, day length, indoor/outdoor balance, and group size. Browse same-city alternatives in the directory to compare side by side.
Planning guides
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- Summer camp pricing in 2026 · Benchmark weekly cost before you commit a deposit.
- Summer camp safety and accreditation · Review licensing, supervision, and accreditation signals.
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