July 4 Hours
Most YMCAs will open at the regularly scheduled time and close at 4pm on July 4. Cora McCorvey YMCA will be closed.
Outdoor Sports Camps
Kids have fun in the fresh air learning about equipment and technique.
Climbing Camp
Entering grades 1 – 3 in fall, 2018*
Weeks of June 11, June 18, July 2, July 9 and August 6 (No program July 4, fee prorated)
Entering grades 4 – 6 in fall, 2018
Weeks of June 18, June 25, July 16, July 30 and August 20
Member Participants: $275/week
Non-Member Program Participants: $300/week
Campers embark on a climbing adventure! Campers will gain new skills and self-confidence every day through a variety of climbing activities. Campers test their strength, strategy, and skill while learning safety procedures, belay techniques, knot tying and proper climbing techniques. Campers in grades 4-6 will get a chance to test their skills rock-climbing at Taylors Falls.
Archery/Slingshot Camp
Entering grades 4 – 6 in fall, 2018
Member Participants: $230/week
Non-Member Program Participants: $255/week
Weeks of June 11, July 2*, July 9, July 23, August 6 and August 20 (No program July 4, fee prorated)
While learning the fundamentals of archery, campers examine equipment close up, identify the parts of the bow and arrow, and learn the technique behind drawing the bow and releasing the arrow. Campers will learn and practice other target sports including slingshots and hatchet throwing. Instructors teach proper grip, stance and aim alignment. Campers will also receive a lesson from the pros on their field trip to A1 Archery in Hudson, WI. Equipment is provided.
Fishing Camp
Entering grades 4 – 6 in fall, 2018
Member Participants: $230/week
Non-Member Program Participants: $255/week
Weeks of June 25, July 9, July 23
Kids get hooked on fishing as they learn basic fishing skills. The St. Croix River provides the scene for fishing fun using the catch-and-release method. Campers can bring their own pole and tackle, or equipment will be provided.
*Additional camp paperwork will be required for campers ages 4 – 6. The state of Wisconsin requires the Health History and Emergency Care Plan form, immunization record and signed waiver at camp. Forms can be found on our Forms & Publications page.
