Summer is Always Just Around the Corner!

As we enter our 98th consecutive summer of camping programs, YMCA Camp Kern is proud to be accredited by the American Camp Association. Developed exclusively for camps, this nationally recognized association focuses on program quality and health and safety issues. ACA requires us to review every facet of our operation. Camp Kern has voluntarily submitted to this independent appraisal done by camp experts and has earned its mark of distinction.

Summer Camp Staff

Our college age leaders are kids at heart who have been carefully selected and trained for the important role they play in your child’s life.  YMCA Camp Kern also prides itself on recruiting outstanding international staff from countries like Australia, England, New Zealand, Scotland, Germany, and Ireland.  Each Staff member goes through mandatory staff training.

Staff Training Includes

• Camper Health and Well-Being
• Child Abuse Prevention and Recognition
• Child Development
• CPR and First Aid Certification
• Program Planning
• YMCA Mission and Core values

A 1:7 counselor to camper ratio ensures that your camper will receive the best care and attention.

Attention Campers - Earn a Free Week of Camp

Help other kids go to camp and earn a free week of camp and other prizes! Kids Helping Kids is a new character building program that allows Camp Kern campers help other children and families attend YMCa Camp Kern through scholarship fund raising. Learn more about you can get involved...

REGISTER NOW!
Download the form or call (800) 255-KERN to register for Summer 2008!

The perfect gift! - Give a week of summer camp to your child for their next birthday or special occasion!

2008 Sessions & Dates:

Main Camp:
S1: June 15 - 21
S2: June 22 - 28
S3: June 29 - July 4*
S4: July 6 - 12
S5: July 13 - 19
S6: July 20 - 26
S7: July 27 - August 2
S8: August 3 - 9

Ranch Camp:
S1: June 15 - 21
S2: June 22 - 28
S3: June 29 - July 4*
S4: July 6 - 12
S5: July 13 - 19
S6: July 20 - 26
S7: July 27 - August 2
S8: August 3 - 9

* Session 3 is a shortened holiday week

Erin Crosby
Summer Camp Director:
(800) 255-KERN  x1530
ecrosby@daytonymca.org