At YMCA Camp Lincoln, we believe in creating an unforgettable summer experience for campers entering kindergarten through 9th grade. With a wide variety of activities, opportunities for personal growth, and dedicated role models, each child becomes part of a community built on our four core values: caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility.
Campers can choose from one- or two-week sessions throughout the summer at our traditional day camp.
Campers are grouped by the grade they’re entering in the fall. Each group is led by a dedicated unit leader and a team of counselors who ensure a safe, fun, and enriching experience.
EAGLES (Entering Grades K–2)
Campers travel with their cabin group and enjoy a sampler of activities including arts & crafts, swimming, archery, boating, ropes courses, and more.
Counselor-to-camper ratio: 1:8
MIDDLERS (Entering Grades 3–5)
Middlers have more freedom, choosing three out of four daily activities. Their experience blends structure with exploration as they build friendships and independence.
Counselor-to-camper ratio: 1:10
VOYAGERS (Entering Grades 5–9)
Voyagers select all four activity periods, with access to advanced options like high ropes, mountain biking, and pottery. They enjoy greater independence, including an overnight campout during each two-week session.
Counselor-to-camper ratio: 1:10
Specialty Camps:
For campers entering grades 4–9, our Specialty Camps provide an opportunity to focus on a specific skill or passion while still enjoying traditional camp fun.
On-Site Specialty Camps
Available during Sessions 2–5, campers spend half their day in their chosen specialty and the other half rotating through traditional camp activities.
Specialty Options Include:
- Kids Kitchen: Learn recipes, cooking techniques, and kitchen safety
- Mountain Biking: Trail rides, safety, and bike maintenance
- Pottery: Throw on the wheel and hand-build masterpieces
- Theater: Act, dance, and prepare for a performance
- Jewelry: Design with copper, leather, and macrame
- Survivor: Fire building, shelter making, and an overnight challenge
- Woodworking: Build confidence through hands-on carpentry projects
- LARP (Live Action Role Play): Create characters and stories for immersive camp-wide games
- Dungeons & Dragons: Dive into imaginative roleplaying adventures
- The Art Zone: Explore 2D and 3D art, including nature-inspired creations
- ECO Discovery: Hands-on science in the great outdoors
- Sports: Try new games and compete in favorites from around the world
Off-Site Specialty Camps (Grades 5–9)
Reimagined for 2025! These adventure-focused camps offer a field trip every day and are perfect for older campers ready for more independence. Campers arrive and return via camp transportation—no off-site drop-offs or pickups allowed.
Sessions Available: 2, 3, 4, and 5
- Explorers I: Formerly “Adventure 101,” this program includes trips for surfing, escape rooms, hiking, climbing, and more. Each day is a new adventure!
- Explorers II (Sessions 3 & 5): A mix of on- and off-site activities focusing on outdoor skills like hiking and paddling. Ends with an off-site overnight camping trip.
Ready to Register?
You can still sign up for August! —register now to secure your child’s place at YMCA Camp Lincoln and give them a summer filled with exploration, connection, and lifelong memories.
This article was developed with the help of ChatGPT.
