Day Camp
YMCA Day Camps offer an exciting and educational summer experience for school-age children in 17 locations across Central Ohio. Our ACA-accredited camps provide educational experiences that center relationship building, social emotional learning, spending quality time outdoors and stemming summer learning loss. Our programs are led by an engaging, caring staff offering a mix of fun, friendships and challenges. These experiences provide a taste of summer adventures in a structured day-to-day schedule.
Camp Willson
YMCA Camp Willson is the ultimate overnight camp experience for youth and teens ages 6 to 16. Located on 500 acres of beautiful land in Bellefontaine, just an hour north of Columbus, Camp Willson serves as a home-away-from-home over the summer. Campers build new skills and grow their independence through a variety of activities including archery, rock climbing, ropes courses, canoeing, horseback riding, campfires and more. Camp Willson is ACA accredited, and the safety of our campers is our top priority. We hope your child can join us around the campfire this summer!
All YMCA summer camps are accredited by the American Camp Association, ensuring that every location offers enriching experiences in a secure environment. ACA Accreditation evaluates staff-to-camper ratios, staff training, comprehensive emergency protocols and educational standards. Parents can rest assured that ACA accredited camps go above and beyond state licensing requirements. This signifies our commitment to your child’s safety and well-being, in addition to ensuring a fun and rewarding experience for campers.