Select a camp for additional information:
Odyssey Trip
Boundary Waters Adventure (Ages 14-16)
Campers experience true outdoors while paddling the majestic waters between northern Minnesota and Canada. The group will camp on remote islands located throughout the chain of lakes. Take in some of the last bits of untouched wilderness in the United States, make life-long friends and have a great adventure.

• July 11 - 19
• $503 Member / $540Program Participant

 
Teen Camp
Ages 13-17
An exciting week of camp awaits as teens will experience opportunities of camp set aside just for them. Teen campers can participate in traditional camp activities as well as have time to do what teens love most; just "hang out."

• Week 8 | July 27 - August 2
• $375 Member / $415 Program Participant

 
CIT's (Counselors in Training)
Ages 16-17*
This three week training is an extensive program aimed at teaching teens how to become exceptional Y Camp Leaders. Skill development in leadership, safety, relationship building, character development, program facilitation are all a part of their experience. Through observation, discussion, and hands-on experience, CIT's expand their knowledge of great Y Camp Leadership. As part of the program CIT's can choose to take a Y Lifeguard course that, upon completion, will deem them certified lifeguards. If you want to become a Y Camp Leader, or have a future working with children, this program is for you.

• Week 6 | July 13 - 10
• Week 7 | July 20 - 26
• Week 8 | July 27 - August 2
• $445 Member / Program Member


 
VIP's (Volunteers In Progress)
Ages 15-17*
As a VIP, you are taking the first step in becoming a Y Camp Leader. This two-week program teaches campers about service to others. Your primary function will be working in Cownie Dining Hall; doing dishes and cleaning the dining hall will fill much of the day. Opportunities to help in other program departments is available as time allows.

• Weeks 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 8, 9
• No Charge


* To participate, campers must submit an application and be interviewed. To receive an application, please call the Y Camp office at (515) 243-0100 from Des Moines or (515) 432-7558.