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Summer Day Camps

Summertime is all about creating lifelong memories of fun, friends, laughter and good times. That’s what our Summer Day Camps are all about too! The Y has been a leader in offering memorable Summer Day Camp experiences for kids for more than 100 years, and we love every minute of it.

Summer 2013

The Summer Day Camp Brochure and registration form are now available for download at the bottom of this page. Registration for summer day will begin on Monday, January 14 for members and on Monday, January 28 for everyone else.

Camp Rainbow – For children 2 1/2 – 5 years old

Camp Rainbow offers all the fun and the learning experiences of day camp in a half-day program designed specifically for preschoolers. Some of the activities that they will be sure to enjoy are arts & crafts, games, songs, field trips, beach days and swimming. Camp Rainbow has ten themed weeks that keep children engaged, happy and learning through the summer.

Click here for Camp Rainbow registration forms.

Camp WaNaGo – For children entering 1st – 5th grades

At Camp WaNaGo kids get a summer of self-discovery, adventure, fun and learning that will last a lifetime. We fill the days with fun activities that foster caring, honesty, respect and responsibility. Children participate in a variety of arts, crafts, sports, games, learning activities, and field trips. Swimming at the YMCA pool and local beaches is a highlight every summer.

Click here for Camp WaNaGo registration forms.

Summer Adventure Club – For teens entering 6th – 8th grades

Middle school students can spend their summer doing team-building challenges, creative workshops, outings, and daily outdoor activities. SAC provides trained and experienced staff and a structured and interactive program. There is also swim and gym, a beach day, a field trip, and a water park trip every week.

Click here for Summer Adventure Club registration forms.

Foster Reading Center – For children entering K – 2nd grades

For more information about the summer programs at the Foster Reading Center, click here.

Children’s Center Location

1420 Maple Avenue
Evanston, IL 60201
847.475.8580 voice
847.733.2562 fax

More Information:

2013 Summer Day Camp Brochure

2013 Summer Day Camp Registration Form

2013 Summer Camp Parent Handbook

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McGaw YMCA Children's Center
1420 Maple Avenue
Evanston, IL 60201

847.475.8580 voice
847.733.2562 fax

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