Camping at the Y offers an Experience for children and teens, not just care.
Exploring nature, swimming, and making new friends are just some aspects of the experience of participating in Day Camp. As summer approaches, the Woodruff Family Y reminds parents that camping is a unique and invaluable experience for children and teens.
At Day Camp through the Y, campers will try things they have never tried before, build a relationship with our caring staff or a new friend, and of course, HAVE LOTS OF FUN! We don’t just sit in front of a TV all day, we enjoy nature, play games, learn songs, develop new skills, and we experience camp!
According to our friends at the Y, there are five reasons why kids should experience summer camp:
- ADVENTURE: Summer camp is all about a wide variety of fun adventures and new experiences, and especially exploring the outdoors. YMCA camps have a new adventure for every child and teen.
- HEALTHY FUN: Day and resident camps offer fun, stimulating activities that engage the body and mind, and also help children and teens learn the importance of nutrition to help improve their eating habits.
- PERSONAL GROWTH: While being away from the routine back home, youth have a chance to learn new skills and develop confidence and independence by taking on new responsibilities and challenges.
- NEW FRIENDSHIPS: Amidst the fun of camp games, songs, swimming, arts & crafts, and talent shows, campers meet new friends and strengthen existing friendships.
- MEMORIES: Summer camp is an unforgettable experience that will give each camper memories and stories that will last a lifetime. Youth return to school with plenty of stories to share!
The Woodruff Y provides exciting and educational camp programming for children and teens, and their parents, at our traditional day camp, Camp Wepawaug.
To ensure that every child and teen has the chance to go camping, the Woodruff Family Y offers financial assistance to those in need. We believe that no one should be turned away because of their inability to pay. Come, let us help!
If you have any questions, ask our camp guru, Susie Marklinsky, Camp Director, P 203 878 6501
