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Home / YOUTH & TEENS / Children’s Center / Summer Day Camps

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.

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.

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.

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.

Junior Counselor-in-Training – For teens entering 8th – 10th grades

For more information about the JCIT program, click here.

Children’s Center Location

1420 Maple Avenue
Evanston, IL 60201
847.475.8580 voice
847.733.2562 fax

More Information:

Summer Day Camp Brochure

Day Camp Registration Form

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McGaw YMCA
1000 Grove Street
Evanston, IL 60201

847.475.7400 voice
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