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YOUR SUMMER HOME

GET READY FOR

ADVENTURE!

We are more than buildings and programs. We exist to put christian principles into practice through programs that build healthy spirit, mind, and body for ALL.

YOUR SUMMER HOME

GET READY FOR ADVENTURE!

We are more than buildings and programs. We exist to put christian principles into practice through programs that build healthy spirit, mind, and body for ALL.

YOUR SUMMER HOME

GET READY FOR ADVENTURE!

We are more than buildings and programs. We exist to put christian principles into practice through programs that build healthy spirit, mind, and body for ALL.

Our Mission

The Mission of the YMCA is ‘To put Christian principles into practice through programs that build a healthy Spirit, Mind and Body for all.’ At Camp Wakonda we also strive ‘To provide campers, of all ages, the best experience of their year, in an outdoor setting.’

We are for all.

At the Y, we welcome everyone whose behavior adheres to our core values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility. We advance our cause by building a stronger and more equitable community where everyone has the opportunity to learn, grow, thrive and reach their full potential with dignity. The Y is a force for building bridges among all people-regardless of ability, age, birthplace, cultural background, ethnicity, faith, gender, gender identity, ideology, income, race, or sexual orientation. The Y is for all.

Our Mission

The Mission of the YMCA is ‘To put Christian principles into practice through programs that build a healthy Spirit, Mind and Body for all.’ At Camp Wakonda we also strive ‘To provide campers, of all ages, the best experience of their year, in an outdoor setting.’

We are for all.

At the Y, we welcome everyone whose behavior adheres to our core values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility. We advance our cause by building a stronger and more equitable community where everyone has the opportunity to learn, grow, thrive and reach their full potential with dignity. The Y is a force for building bridges among all people-regardless of ability, age, birthplace, cultural background, ethnicity, faith, gender, gender identity, ideology, income, race, or sexual orientation. The Y is for all.

I’m so glad we chose Camp Wakonda! It was exactly what we were looking for!
Parent

Camp influenced me to start using less screen time at home.
Child

I was a camper here for six years and it was amazing for me, I wanted my kids to experience it also and our expectations were far surpassed. Our kids are so happy and already excited for next year. Totally worth the drive from Austin.
Parent

It was so much fun, I made friends and memories and I’ll remember that week forever.
Child

We absolutely LOVE hearing about the experiences our kids have at Camp Wakonda, and the values these experiences are based on. My kids are BETTER for going to Camp Wakonda every year. My only regret is that we didn’t find it sooner.
Parent

Camp made me feel like i could be myself, the overall energy of camp is so positive and consuming there was never an unhappy or dull moment at camp. I truly fell in love with camp wakonda over the past 2 weeks.”
Child

DATES & RATES

MAPS & ACTIVITIES

OUTDOOR EDUCATION

DATES & RATES

MAPS & ACTIVITIES

OUTDOOR EDUCATION

SUMMER STAFF

PARENTS CONNECTION

SUMMER STAFF

PARENTS CONNECTION

ACTIVITIES

Climbing Tower

Stand-Up Paddle Board

Ga Ga Ball

Arts & Crafts

Riflery

Fishing

Archery

Animal Friends

Swimming

Friendship Bracelets

Outdoor Cooking

Campfire Ceremonies

Slip & Slide

High Ropes Course

And So Much More!

ACTIVITIES

Climbing Tower

Stand-Up Paddle Board

Ga Ga Ball

Arts & Crafts

Riflery

Fishing

Archery

Animal Friends

Swimming

Friendship Bracelets

Outdoor Cooking

Campfire Ceremonies

Slip & Slide

High Ropes Course

And So Much More!

Climbing Tower

Stand-Up Paddle Board

Ga Ga Ball

Arts & Crafts

Riflery

Fishing

Archery

Animal Friends

Swimming

Friendship Bracelets

Outdoor Cooking

Campfire Ceremonies

Slip & Slide

High Ropes Course

And So Much More!

WHERE WORK

IS FUN

Working at summer camp is great for your career. If you are a young adult considering a career in education, athletics, sports management, coaching, dance, theater, culinary arts, fine arts, child psychology or management, a camp experience allows you to learn and develop skills that will enhance your resume and job marketability.

Business executives often note that experience as a camp counselor translates into excellent management and personnel skills.

WHERE WORK IS FUN

Working at summer camp is great for your career. If you are a young adult considering a career in education, athletics, sports management, coaching, dance, theater, culinary arts, fine arts, child psychology or management, a camp experience allows you to learn and develop skills that will enhance your resume and job marketability.

Business executives often note that experience as a camp counselor translates into excellent management and personnel skills.

FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE

All kids deserve the opportunity to discover who they are and what they can achieve. In addition, it is the believe of the Ozarks Regional YMCA that no one be denied access to memberships and services due to financial limitations. That’s why our Y nurtures the potential of our community by making it possible for people to experience a growth in positive behavior, better health and educational achievement.

FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE

All kids deserve the opportunity to discover who they are and what they can achieve. In addition, it is the believe of the Ozarks Regional YMCA that no one be denied access to memberships and services due to financial limitations. That’s why our Y nurtures the potential of our community by making it possible for people to experience a growth in positive behavior, better health and educational achievement.

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