Day Camp
Children aged 6-10 years can spend their days at Algonquin doing outdoor activities such as team-building exercises, playing age-appropriate games, and enjoying time at the waterfront. They receive meals and can opt for an extended evening until 8 pm every Wednesday (except weeks 5 & 9).
For children aged 4-5 years, Camp Algonquin offers a 3.5-hour program that introduces them to outdoor exploration with their peers. Each day includes a shallow water activity, a snack, and an age-appropriate activity such as a nature hike, craft time, or a game. THERE IS NO EXTENDED WEDNESDAY FOR THIS PROGRAM.
| Week | Date | Ages | Theme | Fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Week 1-Day Camp | June 14-18 | Ages 6-10 years | Star Wars | $220/week |
| Week 2-Day Camp | June 21-25 | Ages 6-10 Years | Summereween | $220/week |
| Week 3-Mini Overnight | June 27-30 | Grades 1-6th | Party in the USA | $280/week |
| Week 4- Day Camp | July 5-9 | Ages 6-10 | Mario Madness | $220/week |
| Week 5- Day Camp | July 12-16 | Ages 6-10 | Beach Party | $220/week |
| Week 6- Day Camp, Tiny Tots Day Camp: Half day AM or PM | July 19-23 | Day Camp: 6-12 years, Tiny Tots: 4-5 years | The Great Algonquin Fair | Day Camp: $220/week Tiny Tots: $80/week |
| Week 7-Day Camp | July 26-30 | Ages 6-10 years | Christmas in July | $220/week |
| Week 8- Day Camp | August 2-6 | Ages 6-10 years | Down & Dirty | $220/week |
| Week 9-Mini Day Camp | August 9-13 | Ages 4-12 years | Minecraft | $180/week |
Day Camp Fee
- Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM-4:30 PM
- $220/week
- Ages: 6-10
- Pick-up and drop-off will be at Camp Algonquin
Tiny Tot Day Camp Fee
- Half Day Camp AM: Monday-Friday, 8:00-11:30 AM
- Half Day Camp PM: Monday-Friday, 1:00-4:30 PM
- $80/week
- Ages: 4-5
- Pick-up and drop-off will be at Camp Algonquin
Mini Day Camp
- Monday-Wednesday, 8:00 am-2:30 pm
- $180/week
- Ages: 4-12
Summer Themes
Week 1: Star Wars
Get ready for an out-of-this-world week of adventure! Campers will become Jedi heroes, explore the galaxy, complete exciting challenges, create galactic crafts, and use teamwork and imagination to take on missions across the stars. May the Force be with us all week long!
Week 2: Summerween
Sign up for this spooktacular week where summer meets Halloween! Campers will enjoy festive games, creative crafts, silly scares, and summertime adventures with a Halloween twist. From spooky games to sweet treats, Summerween is sure to be a frightfully fun week at camp! Be sure to pack your Halloween costume!
Week 3: Party in the USA
This week we will celebrate all things USA with a week full of music, games, creativity, and camp-wide fun! Campers will enjoy patriotic activities, friendly competitions, festive crafts, and plenty of red, white, and blue spirit. It’s going to be a summer celebration filled with fun, friendship, and unforgettable memories!
Week 4: Mario Madness
This week we will jump, race, and power up for a week of Mario-inspired fun! Campers will take on exciting challenges, create colorful crafts, and work together to build their own cabin Mario Kart to compete in live-action Mario Kart! With plenty of surprises, friendly competition, and Mushroom Kingdom magic, it’s sure to be a super week!
Week 5: Beach Party
Catch the summer vibes with a week full of beach-themed fun! Campers will dive into exciting water games, creative crafts, boating on the lake, and all things water. With sunshine, music, and plenty of camp spirit, it’s the perfect way to make a splash and soak up some summer memories!
Week 6: The Great Algonquin Fair
Come one, come all to The Great Algonquin Fair! Campers will experience all the excitement of a classic county fair with carnival games, friendly competitions, creative activities, and plenty of surprises.
Week 7: Christmas in July
It’s the most wonderful time of summer! Christmas in July is back by popular demand, bringing all the holiday magic to camp with festive games, creative crafts, cheerful challenges, and plenty of Christmas spirit. Get ready to celebrate with a summer twist and make some merry memories along the way!
Week 8: Minecraft
Get ready to leave your clean clothes at home and have some ogre-sized fun! Campers will dive into messy/muddy all-camp games, silly crafts, and swamp-inspired adventures. From the far reaches of the swamp to the heart of camp, it’s sure to be a week full of laughs and getting down and dirty!
Online Registration
If you are not able to register online, please contact the YMCA at 269-945-4574 and we will be happy to assist you.
Family Handbook
Parents are encouraged to view or print our Family Handbook, our informational packet including drop-off and pick-up times, what to pack and not to pack, etc. Log into your account to update information and make additional payments.
Facilities
YMCA Camp Algonquin is an amazing place for campers. Seven modern cabins serve as a base for each group and our all seasons lodge, with a health office, provides dining comforts as well as shower accommodations. How many times does a child have the opportunity to explore an island? Camp Algonquin features a five acre island where campers can explore, play and learn. In addition, all resident campers spend a night sleeping in tents. Camp Algonquin features 40 acres of trails, allowing campers to learn about their environment and see wildlife. 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 first aid and CPR. 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 local pediatrician. Camp Algonquin meets all of the licensing requirements of the State of Michigan.
Learn more about our summer camp options
From day camp to overnight camp, we have several options to fit your family.
