Northwest Summer Camp

Published On: February 5, 2025Categories: Camp, Event, News, NorthWest Family YMCA

SUMMER DAY CAMP (TRADITIONAL CAMP) | Ages 4-12

Traditional Camp is the premier “Building Memories Place” for our community! Every week features a new theme full of arts, science, and nature exploration where kids swim, play, and connect. In this supportive environment, your child will foster independence and teamwork while building lifelong friendships through a summer of unforgettable fun.

Campers must be 4 by May 26.

Weekly Themes

  • May 26-29: Hello Hollywood
  • June 1-5: Aloha Summer
  • June 8-12: Carnival
  • June 15-19: Books a Billion
  • June 22-26: Amazing Race
  • July 29-July 3: Animal Planet
  • July 6-10: Myth Busters
  • July 13-17: Sports Mania
  • July 20-24: Great Outdoors
  • July 27-31: sWinter Wonderland
  • August 3-7: Spirit Week

2026 Field Trips: Spotlight Cinema, Richland County Library, Riverwalk, Carraway Park, Orangeburg County YMCA Waterpark, Leos Landing, State Museum, Wingard Park, Bowling, Harbison State Forest, art museum, and Virginia Hyatt Park

Hours: Monday-Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM

Weekly Registration Fee: $25

*Registration Fee is nontransferable and nonrefundable.

Weekly Fee: M $160, N $200

Questions: Youth Development Director Abbie Trayers

SUMMER CAMP THEME DESCRIPTIONS

Hello Hollywood: Step onto the red carpet for all things arts and entertainment, from stage to behind the scenes! Unleash creativity through drama and visual arts where every child is a celebrity!

Aloha Summer: Kick off summer break with a splash, lots of sunshine, and summer-themed games and crafts designed to maximize fun and foster friendship and teamwork.

Camp Carnival: Step right up and join us for a week of camp inspired by carnival novelties, games and fun. Come one, come all to camp carnival!

Books a Billion: “Once upon a time” launched many great adventures! Join us for a journey through the stories we love to share.

Amazing Race: Based on the popular show, compete in challenge-based activities to strengthen teamwork, problem-solving, and independence to be crowned the ultimate winner!

Animal Planet: Roar, slither and soar into the amazing world of creatures great and small! Make new friends and challenge your mind during a week of furry, scaly and feathery fun!

Myth Busters: Unleash your inner scientist by questioning the unbelievable and testing fascinating theories execute fun, hands-on experiments, challenge assumptions, and enjoy exciting, messy scientific discoveries!

Sports Mania: Celebrate the thrill of competition and teamwork through a variety of traditional and unique sports. With a focus on team-building, sportsmanship and staying active, everyone will leave feeling like a champion.

Great Outdoors: Explore the wonders of nature through hands-on experiences that emphasize fun in the outdoors!

sWinter Wonderland: Trade your shorts for “snowsuits” during “sWinter,” where we bring the frosty fun of winter to the heat of summer! Have a blast escaping the heat with chilling summer fun.

Spirit Week: Celebrate the unique identity and memories of camp! Each day brings a new fun theme for a week of fun, enthusiasm, and cherished goodbyes with camp friends.