The Magic of Overnight Camp
There is nothing like the magic of overnight camp. Leaving home (and technology!) for a few days to escape into nature is a transformational experience for a child. Dedicated camp counselors play an integral role in a child’s experience.
Hear about camp magic from one of our incredible camp counselors, Lee Hendricks:
“The best part of camp is building connections and watching the kids grow into their best selves,” said Lee. “Overnight camp is unique because you’re with the kids all week and really get to know each other on a deeper level. We become a tight-knit community within our cabin.”
YMCA Camp emphasizes relationships, achievement, and belonging, ensuring that these principles are lived out in every activity and experience.
“YMCA camp is unique because it’s truly a space where you can be yourself,” said Lee. “It’s always cool to watch the progression of a child finding their place. Oftentimes we’ll see a shy kid, unsure where they fit in and by the end of the week they are right in the middle of everything.”
Lee is an advocate for every child to have the opportunity to attend summer camp. They can’t wait to return this summer and reconnect with campers from previous years.
“As a kid, you get very few opportunities to get away from your parents and the world and get to hang out with a whole new group of people,” they said. “Summer camp offers an entire week for kids to have a clean slate to just have fun and be themselves.”
To learn more and register for overnight camp, please visit: camp.ymca-snoco.org.
