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YMCA Camp St. Croix

YMCA Day Camp DayCroix, Hudson, WI

Wee Backpackers Camp for K at YMCA Camp St. Croix, introducing young campers to outdoor exploration.

▌ Editor's read The provided URL loads successfully, directing to the YMCA of the North's Adventure Camps page, which includes information about DayCroix Wee Backpackers Camp. This camp is specifically designed for children entering kindergarten, focusing on outdoor activities like hiking, fort building, and nature exploration. The YMCA of the North is a non-profit organization. While specific ACA accreditation for this particular camp was not found, the YMCA of the North's website states a commitment to safety, including background checks for all staff and volunteers. The YMCA of the North has a strong online presence with a Facebook page (YMCANorth) and an Instagram handle (@ymcanorth). Google reviews for 'YMCA of the North' generally show a high rating, often above 4.5 stars, across thousands of reviews, reflecting overall satisfaction with their programs and facilities. The camp is a day camp program.
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Who thrives here Age 5

YMCA Camp St. Croix is geared toward early-childhood campers — ages where ritual, repetition, and short activity blocks land better than long instructional sessions. traditional day camp programs at this age work best when the day length matches the child's attention threshold and the staff knows how to handle separation moments without escalating them.

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: Traditional Day Camp
  • Ages: 5–5
  • 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: outdoor

Frequently asked about YMCA Camp St. Croix

What ages does YMCA Camp St. Croix accept?
YMCA Camp St. Croix is open to children age 5. 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.

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