Welcome to Camp Packet Information • Mini Camp • Traditional Overnight Camp • Counselor In Training • Health & Safety Policy • Sample Itinerary • Access My Account • Financial Assistance
The Best Summer Ever!
Outrageous fun and tremendous growth—that’s what awaits you at Y Camp. At the Y, we believe children discover themselves through interactions with others and the freedom to explore. Y Camp immerses children in a community where making friends is natural, exploring new interests is encouraged and discovering inner strength is guaranteed. Camp provides a space where children begin to gain independence and test their wings in a safe, nurturing environment.
Mini Camp
The perfect introduction to summer camp for younger participants! Mini Camp offers a shorter session where younger and first-time campers can sample the camp experience and participate in a wide variety of fun activities. Campers will be sure to try new things, make new friends, build their confidence and have lots of fun during these short sessions packed full of activities.
Please note we will only be accepting one cabinmate request per camper. No exceptions.
| GRADES: Incoming 1st, 2nd, & 3rd | DAYS: 3 |
| AVAILABLE SESSIONS: 3, 5, & 6 | NIGHTS: 2 |
| COST: $440/week |
| SESSION: 3 | 07/02/23 - 07/04/23 | REGISTER |
| SESSION: 5 | 07/23/23 - 07/25/23 | REGISTER |
| SESSION: 6 | 07/30/23 - 08/01/23 | REGISTER |
Traditional Overnight Camp
This program is packed full of fun activities with plenty of opportunities to make new friends. With attentive, energetic, and well-trained staff, campers will enjoy participating in all camp has to offer including swimming, archery, canoeing, climbing the rock wall, flying down the zip-line, arts & crafts, guided hikes, campfires, sports, camp-outs, and so much more! Campers will usually become more responsible, confident and capable in the outdoors, all while making memories to last a lifetime!
Please note we will only be accepting one cabinmate request per camper. No exceptions.
| GRADES: Incoming 2nd-12th | DAYS: 5 |
| AVAILABLE WEEKS: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, & 7 | NIGHTS: 4 |
| COST: $880 |
| SESSION: 1 | 06/18/23 - 06/22/23 |
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Grades 7-12: |
| SESSION: 2 | 06/25/23 - 06/29/23 |
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Grades 7-12: |
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Grades 7-12: |
| SESSION: 3 | 07/02/23 - 07/06/23 |
| Grades 2-6: REGISTER |
Grades 7-12: REGISTER |
| SESSION: 4 | 07/09/23 - 07/13/23 |
| Grades 2-6: REGISTER |
Grades 7-12: REGISTER |
| SESSION: 5 | 07/23/23 - 07/27/23 |
| Grades 2-6: REGISTER |
Grades 7-12: REGISTER |
| SESSION: 6 | 07/30/23 - 08/03/23 |
| Grades 2-6: REGISTER |
Grades 7-12: REGISTER |
| SESSION: 7 | 08/06/23 - 08/10/23 |
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Grades 7-12:
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Counselor In Training (CIT)
Counselor-In-Training are campers who are not quite old enough to be counselors yet, but want to learn all the counseling basics while still getting to experience all the fun of camp! CITs will first go through a fun and engaging training program, facilitated by Camp Coordinators who have been through the CIT program themselves, before being assigned to a cabin, where they get to put all of their new skills to practice! CITs will be placed in a cabin with experienced Camp Counselors and will have the support of their Camp Coordinators for the duration of their session.
| GRADES: Incoming 11th & 12th | DAYS: 5 |
| AVAILABLE WEEKS: 3 & 5 | NIGHTS: 4 |
| COST: $440/week |
| SESSION: 3 | 07/02/23 - 07/06/23 | REGISTER |
| SESSION: 5 | 07/23/23 - 07/27/23 | REGISTER |
Summer Fun at Camp Jones Gulch
Our Health & Safety Policy
Please review our COVID-19 safety information below. Note that as the state and local requirements continue to change, our protocols are subject to change in line with the latest health and safety requirements and recommendations.
COVID INFORMATION
We ask that your camper(s) take a COVID-19 test and receive a negative test result within 2-3 days of the start of your child’s session of camp. Additionally, we ask that you keep your household separated from other households for the week before your child attends camp.
We will be taking extra health and safety measures to keep our campers and staff safe.
- Cabin groups will be smaller, comprised of 6-10 campers and 1-2 trained counselors.
- Cabin windows will be left open to increase airflow.
- All activities will be enjoyed outdoors.
- Campers and staff will wash and sanitize their hands between each activity and before and after each meal.
- If there is exposure within a cabin group, we will notify families of all affected group members and quarantine exposed campers where appropriate. We will assess the situation on a case-by-case basis and work with local public health officials to take the next steps.
Our priority is keeping our campers, families and staff safe. We will follow the latest protocol from the CDC, state and county, and make decisions accordingly.
Sample Itinerary
Below are sample schedules for our different programs. Please keep in mind that these are just examples and the specific details may vary.
MINI CAMP & TRADITIONAL OVERNIGHT CAMP
8:00-9:00 am Wake Up, Breakfast, Inspiration, Cabin Clean Up
9:00-10:30 am Activity One
10:30-12:00 pm Activity Two
12:00-1:00 pm Lunch
1:00-2:00 pm Siesta
2:00-3:15 pm Individual Choice
3:15-4:30 pm Cabin Choice
4:30-5:45 pm Activity Five
5:45-7:00 pm Crazy Dinner Prep, Dinner
7:00-8:00 pm Twilight Games
8:00-9:00 pm Campfire/Evening Program
9:00-10:00 pm Reflection, Lights Out
What Should My Camper Bring To Camp?
PACKING LIST
Layering helps campers be prepared for changing temperatures at camp. We recommend packing old, comfortable clothes. Below you will find a suggested packing list for a week-long program.
WHAT TO BRING:
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Clothing
Shower/Pool Shoes Closed Toe |
Toiletries
Bug Spray Medication (If Applicable)
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Bedding (Twin Bed) Twin Sheet (optional) Other Water Bottle Optional What NOT to Bring Electronic devices (phone, |
REMINDER: PLEASE MARK ALL OF YOUR CHILD’S BELONGINGS WITH THEIR NAME!
Please Note: The YMCA is not responsible for lost of damaged articles.
Deposits, Cancellations & Refund Information
- All deposits are non-refundable and non-transferable.
- In cases of homesickness, dismissal or voluntary withdrawal, there is no refund of fees.
- All cancellations or changes to registration must be submitted in writing.
- Any cancellation less than 3 weeks, but more than 1 week prior to the start of the session will result in a refund of 50% of the camp fees, less the deposit.
- Cancellations less than 1 week prior will result in a refund of 25% of fees, less the deposit.
- If a camper does not show for the session without notice, there will be no refund issued.
- A physician’s authorized written medical excuse is required to be considered for a full refund.
- Requests for refunds with special circumstances must be submitted in writing.
In regards to Covid – if your child tests positive prior to camp, or you are a close contact, or Camp Jones Gulch has to close you will receive a full refund. This will include your deposit and any money paid.
Financial Assistance
Financial Assistance is available for families who qualify. Please fill out the attached form here, and send to branchFA@ymcasf.org along with two types of income verification. Families can expect to have award amounts in about 15 business days.
Families who receive Financial Assistance during the school year do not need to re-apply for summer.
Camp Questions?
FOR ANY QUESTIONS OR CONCERNS REGARDING CAMP PROGRAMMING, PLEASE CONTACT US!
Alexandra Richardson
Program Director
Alex began her career in camping as a J1 Cultural Exchange Visitor from the UK.
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