As Session 3 kicks off, the YMCA Summer Day Camp continues to keep the fun going! Here’s a look at the exciting activities and events across our various camp locations.
YMCA at Glen Cove Summer Day Camp
Water Slides, Ropes Challenge Course, and Soccer Matches!
Olympics Week started with an opening ceremony to build camaraderie, discuss Olympic values, and enjoy some friendly competitions between our counselors. The annual torch passing ceremony was a highlight, with two campers in sports winning the morning counselor competitions. Campers competed individually in Olympic-themed events like basketball, soccer, archery, running races, shotput, and javelin. In art, they designed individual and group banners reflecting the Olympic spirit. STEM activities also kept the campers engaged and learning.
Our groups shifted from individual games to small team and whole group competitions. Fun events included scooter races, handball, and swimming races. At the ropes course, specialists tracked how fast campers completed various elements. In art, teams worked on their banners. Counselors, specialists, and Unit Leaders joined the fun with a frozen t-shirt challenge and a pie-eating competition. Olympics Week concluded with a presentation of the Olympic banners and anthems, a champions parade, and a sneak peek at the upcoming Color Wars competition.
Great South Bay YMCA Summer Day Camp
Making New Friends During Session 3
Olympic Color Wars are in full swing! Campers at the ACLD Adventure Zone had a blast, while the pre-teens enjoyed a split between movies and monster mini golf. Teen Camp went bowling, and sports and youth campers enjoyed the pool, outdoor play, and their favorite game: crazy ball!
At the ACLD Adventure Zone, the Olympic Games began with an opening ceremony and flag presentations, featuring a mini parade around the field and a spirited rendition of the Star-Spangled Banner. Campers were encouraged to wear their favorite tie-dye gear as the Color War Olympics continued.
Patchogue Family YMCA:
HollyRock Game Show, Adventure Zone, and More!
Campers and counselors competed in a battle of wits and strength in the HollyRock game show. Kiddie campers enjoyed the Adventure Zone, arts and crafts, and more. Think Wellness visited the camp, helping campers create objects using natural materials. They made crowns, seed balls, and fossils while foraging through the campground. Other fun activities included a trip to the No Limit Ninja trampoline park, STEM projects, literacy activities, and a field trip to Gr8 Skates.
Huntington YMCA Summer Day Camp:
Olympic-Themed Fun and Creative Tie-Dye
Campers and counselors competed in HollyRock, a battle of wits and strength. Campers channeled their inner artists and Olympians, creating medal-worthy tie-dye masterpieces. From gold-medal swirls to record-breaking patterns, the competition was colorful and fun. The campers had a blast at Tiki Action Park, cooling off in the pool, and showcasing their swimming skills. Sports campers improved their soccer skills, demonstrating impressive kicks and teamwork. Pre-Teen campers visited Jumptown USA, showing off their Olympic skills with incredible jumps and flips.
East Hampton RECenter Summer Day Camp:
Rock Star Show and More!
Campers hosted a rock star show to display their awesome skills. They also had lots of fun swimming, doing arts and crafts, enjoying gym time, and much more. Our Kiddie Campers practiced their stretching with some Yoga. Meanwhile our Pre-Teen and Teen Campers went to an Arcade.