Welcome to Camp Algonquin – a tradition in helping children experience the outdoors while being a

part of a small community where everyone knows your name.

Camp Algonquin incorporates the YMCA core values of caring, respect, responsibility, and honesty

as a part of each activity and relationship.  Our camp motto is:  “I am third” and in today’s challenging

world we feel it is important that campers learn to accept our creator as the number one focus while

caring and respecting others is secondary.  With the acceptance of this motto we feel the learning

experiences at Camp Algonquin will help build self confidence, learn new skills; enhance relationships

with fellow campers and their counselors thus aiding your camper in living the motto of “I am third”

Camp Algonquin has over 60 years of traditions since its founding in 1946.  Campers from early years

now send their children and grandchildren to camp so they may develop the same values and hold on

to the wonderful memories Camp Algonquin instills in each camper.  Welcome to the Camp Algonquin family!  We have expanded our

session structures to provide many options when choosing the right experience for you and your camper.

During the summer of 2010 we presented a wonderful opportunity for families to have more choices in selecting a summer experience

for children at Camp Algonquin by offering Day Camp sessions along with our Resident Camp sessions.  This provided

families with five weeks from which to choose, thus greatly expanding scheduling options, while giving all children the traditional experiences

at Camp Algonquin. Day Camp continued to operate Monday through Friday from 8:30am to 5:00pm. Resident campers arrived Sunday at

2:00pm and stayed through Friday at 5:30pm. The program activities were seamless for both camps and day campers still had the

option to spend Thursday night and participate in Camp Algonquin's traditional campfire for a taste of the resident camp experience.

THANKS FOR A GREAT SUMMER!  SEE YOU NEXT YEAR!

PLEASE NOTE:  IF A CAMP SESSION IS WAITLISTED, IT IS IMPORTANT TO REGISTER FOR THE WAITLIST.  IF ENOUGH

CHILDREN ARE REGISTERED FOR THE WAITLIST IT MAY RESULT IN AVAILABILITY IN THAT CAMP SESSION OR IN

ANOTHER CAMP SESSION.

Day Camp Sessions (Ages 6-10)  

Tiny Tots Camp (Ages 4-5)

Resident Camp Sessions (Ages 8-11)

Jr. Overnight Camp Sessions (Ages 7-9)
 

Trekker Camp (Ages 12-14)

FOR CHECK-IN & CHECK-OUT INFORMATION, PACKING LISTS AND GENERALLY,

ANYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT CAMP, CLICK THE PARENT HANDBOOK

LINK BELOW.

Forms

If you would like to register for one of the camp sessions      ...available in late Fall 2010.

Or to print a copy of our registration form and mail or fax it to us    ...available in late Fall 2010.

Parents are encouraged to view or print our Parent Handbook by clicking here. The Parent Handbook is full of vital information for

campers and parents including drop-off and pick-up times, what to bring to camp and what not to bring to camp, etc. Parents, please

make sure your camper has a completed Health History form and Character Contract/Child Information Form by the time you bring

him or her to camp!  

For TREKKER Camp only - Please click the following links to open the Scuba Release Form or the Paintball Release Form.

Themes

If your child is attending any of our Resident Camps or Trekker Camp, campers and counselors will be dressing up for dinner

on Wednesday evenings.  Themes are announced at the beginning of each camp season. 

Facilities

YMCA Camp Algonquin is a picture of "awe." Seven state-of-the-art cabins serve as a base for each group and an "all seasons" lodge, with a health

office, provides dining comforts, as well as shower accommodations. And, how many times does a child have the opportunity to explore an island?  

Camp Algonquin features a five acre island with each camper having time to explore, play and learn while on “Indian Island”.  In addition, Camp

Algonquin features 40 acres with trails, allowing campers to learn about their environment, see wildlife and all resident campers spend a night sleeping

in tents.  Parents are encouraged to visit Camp Algonquin at any time prior to the child’s camp session for a tour.

Counselors and Staff
The success of Camp Algonquin is our quality staff. Our director and counselors are carefully selected

for their maturity and desire to be excellent role models. They possess enthusiasm, leadership, patience,

sound judgment, and decision making skills, which are crucial to every child's healthy development. Each

staff member receives a minimum of 144 hours of training before the season begins.

Safety
The health and safety of our campers is our number one priority. All of our staff is trained in CPR and trained

lifeguards are on duty during all waterfront activities. Camp also has a certified health officer on site and works

under the direction of the camp doctor in Hastings.  Camp Algonquin meets all of the stringent licensing

 requirements of the State of Michigan.