YMCA Camp Octorara

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June 13 through August 26

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Lasting Memories, New Experiences, Best Friends, YMCA Camp!

From sports and swimming to arts and teen leadership, your child will discover a summer of exploration and fun at Camp Octorara at the Octorara YMCA Program Center. You'll find camps designed to engage all ages from your curious preschooler to your independent teen.

Fun activities at Camp Octorara include Friday swimming, gaga pit, playgrounds and arts and crafts. 
 


Register for Camp Early to Receive the Best Deal

If you register for summer camp during one of the months below, you could win big.
The earlier you register, the more chances you have to win prizes!

February - Early Bird Pricing Discounts

March - Entered to Win a Free Week 

April - Enter to Win a Camp Giveaway Basket

May - Entered to Win a $100 Program Credit
 

Register in May and be entered to win a $100 program credit. 

 

 

Kids and counselors smile at the Upper Main Line YMCA during summer camp in Chester County, Pa

Summer Camp Registration is Here!

Let our Camp Finder help you explore the wide variety of camps at Camp Octorara at the Octorara YMCA.

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All campers participate in weekly activities including daily swimming time, arts and crafts, field games and sports, nature or environmental education, character development and team building, community service and more.

 

It's Easy

Let our Octorara YMCA Camp Planner help you map out a summer of fun for the whole family. 
 

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For more information, please contact our camp director Janet Kabakjian at jkabakjian@ymcagbw.org or 610-593-9622, ext. 2701.

Summer Camp - Kids make smores during YMCA summer camp at the Upper Main Line YMCA in Berwyn, PA

Day Camps

Kindergarten - 6th Grade

YMCA day campers enjoy a wide variety of activities including arts & crafts, field games, sports, theme activities and daily free swim.

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Preschool Camps

Ages 3 - 5

Our caring and experienced staff will provide fun and stimulating experiences through hands-on activities including crafts, stories, songs, games, swimming and much more!

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Camp Add Ons

Need to drop off prior to 9 AM? Register for AM Spark Time and add care from 7 - 9 AM to your camp day.

PM Spark Time (4 - 6 PM) is free with your camp registration.

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Ways to Save on Summer Camp

There are a number of ways that you can save on your YMCA camp enrollment. 

  • Use the sibling discount

  • Become a YMCA member

  • Enjoy PM spark time

  • Use a Dependent Care FSA account

  • Apply for income-based membership or financial assistance

  • Register early

Learn more about ways to save on summer camp.

Frequently Asked Questions about Summer Camp

Have questions about our Health and Safety policy or summer camp registration? Visit our Frequently Asked Questions about summer camp to learn more. 

What kind of activities do kids do at Summer Camp?

The camp programs include but are not limited to: gym and field games, sports, drama, swimming, arts & crafts, cooking, music, outdoor living, science and nature, STEM, academic enrichment activities.

Learn more about daily camp activities.

Camp curriculum and YMCA Core Values

What makes YMCA camps better than others in our community? Other than the fact that the YMCA of Greater Brandywine camps are for everyone, each camp finds ways to incorporate the Y’s core values of caring (red), honesty (blue), respect (yellow) and responsibility (green) into each day.

Learn more about YMCA core values.

Weekly Summer Camp Themes

Are you ready for an amazing camp experience? 

Weekly themes help keep camp exciting and fun. Each week throughout the summer, campers will enjoy special activities and adventures correlating to the theme.

View camp theme descriptions.

Parent Resources

Camp Octorara Planner
Parent Handbook
FAQs