y explorers
Y EXPLORERS IS THE SUMMER-LONG OPTION FOR SCHOOL AGE KIDS ENTERING 1ST-4TH GRADE. THE 2024 SESSION RUNS JUNE 3-AUGUST 9.
2024 REGISTRATION OPENS JANUARY 17!
WHAT’S UNIQUE ABOUT A Y SUMMER?
Taking a break from school does not mean kids' development is on vacation. Y Explorer campers enjoy a summer camp atmosphere at the Y and also take part in weekly field trips. Our days are filled with fun and educational experiences, time in our Splash Center as well as daily activities that focus on achievement, relationships and belonging. Come join us for the best summer ever!
ONLINE REGISTRATION
To Register: Select "School Age Programs" on the Y Registration Page
Required Paperwork: Upon completion of online registration process, you will receive a welcome email with a link to download and complete the Required Participant Paperwork. Email completed paperwork to dawn.nichols@bismarckymca.org WITHIN ONE WEEK OF REGISTRATION.
If you do not receive the welcome email within 24 hours of registration, please contact the School Age Program Director at dawn.nichols@bismarckymca.org or by calling 701-751-9773.
2024 Y EXPLORERS WEEKLY THEMES
June 3-7: Summerpalooza - Let's get this summer started right with a really fun & festive tropical themed week!
June 10-14: Race to the Red Planet - Launch your imaginations into orbin as we explore the outer limits of our creativity with a space themed week!
June 17-21: Crazy with Curiosity - Explore, experiement & experience the excitement of a special science themed week!
June 24-28: Watermania - Make a summer splash with a wet & wild water themed week!
July 1-5 (closed July 4): Under the Stars and Stripes- Red, white & blue abound in this special celebratory Independence themed week!
July 8-12: Radical Renaissance - Follow your imagination back in time to fantastical kingdoms & mythical creatures with a Renaissance themed week!
July 15-19: Christmas in July - Santa loves the summer sun & so will you when we deck the halls during our Christmas themed week!
July 22-26: Splashtacular-Come on in the water's fine during another awesome water themed week!
July 29-August 2: 701 for Fun - This summer stay-cation is packed with local lore when we enjoy a North Dakota themed week!
August 5-9: Call of the Wild- Put on your pith helmets & bring your binoculars while we swing on our mind-vines through a jungle themed week!
DAILY SCHEDULE (subject to change - please refer to weekly newsletters for updated information)
7:30-9:00am AM EXTENDED DAY
9:00-9:15am OPENING CEREMONY: camp assembly, energize activity, announcements
9:15-9:30am HUDDLE: small groups meet with counselor, discuss theme and core value for the day
9:30-10:30am PLUG IN: small groups work on various activities, skill development, games, STEM activities or Field Trips
10:30-11:30am ENERGIZE: Campers are engaged in outdoor activities including gaga ball, hiking or themed activity
12:00-1:00pm LUNCH: Campers have lunch and participate in songs, large group games (sack lunch will need to be brought from home)
1:00-2:00pm POWER UP: Campers pick activity of their choice, field trips
2:00-3:30pm PLUG IN: small groups work on various activities, skill development, games, STEM activities or field trips
3:30-3:50pm HUDDLE: small groups meet with counselor, discuss theme and core value for the day
3:50-4:00pm CLOSING CEREMONY: camp assembly, reflection activity, announcements for next day
4:00-5:30pm PM EXTENDED DAY
Breakfast and snack included; campers will need to bring a nutritious sack lunch each day.
Extended day hours included!
2024 Monthly Rate Plan
Members: $625
Non-Members: $690
Non-refundable Registration Fee due at time of registration.
Cancellations: A 30-day notice is required to withdraw from YDC programming. Families are financially responsible for tuition for the 30 day period. Program cancellations must be made through the School Age Program Director in writing using the cancellation form (click here).
LOCATION
YOUTH DEVELOPMENT CENTER (Located in the YMCA, south entrance)
1608 North Washington Street, Bismarck
FOR MORE INFORMATION
Dawn Nichols
701-751-9773
dawn.nichols@bismarckymca.org
QUICK LINKS
YDC Parent Handbook
