Explore 2026 Summer Day Camps at the Lincoln County YMCA
Their Best Summer Ever Starts Here
Unforgettable adventures, new friendships, and safe fun for ages 5-12.
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Camp Dates
June 22 - August 14
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Camp Hours
7 am-5 pm
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Weekly Rates
$145 Y Members | $185 Non-Members
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Location
Camp is located offsite at William Chappell Elementary and Winfield Intermediate School.
Check Out Our Weekly Camp Lineup
🦸 TRADITIONAL CAMP: Superheroes
Who: Ages 5-12 | Price: $195 Mem / $235 Non
Includes: Games, superhero training, and community hero visits.
🌈 TRADITIONAL CAMP: Color Clash
Who: Ages 5-12 | Price: $195 Mem / $235 Non
Includes: Games, superhero training, and community hero visits.
🎊 TRADITIONAL CAMP: Holiday Hoopla
Who: Ages 5-12 | Price: $195 Mem / $235 Non
Includes: Games, superhero training, and community hero visits.
🌎 TRADITIONAL CAMP: Around the World
Who: Ages 5-12 | Price: $195 Mem / $235 Non
Includes: Games, superhero training, and community hero visits.
🌊 TRADITIONAL CAMP: Title Wave
Who: Ages 5-12 | Price: $195 Mem / $235 Non
Includes: Games, superhero training, and community hero visits.
⭐️ TRADITIONAL CAMP: You're a Star
Who: Ages 5-12 | Price: $195 Mem / $235 Non
Includes: Games, superhero training, and community hero visits.
🏴☠️ TRADITIONAL CAMP: Treasure Hunters
Who: Ages 5-12 | Price: $195 Mem / $235 Non
Includes: Games, superhero training, and community hero visits.
🦁 TRADITIONAL CAMP: Into the Wild
Who: Ages 5-12 | Price: $195 Mem / $235 Non
Includes: Games, superhero training, and community hero visits.
Download Family Handbook (PDF)
For General Questions, Contact: Lakesha Nelson at lakesha.nelson@gwrymca.org
For Financial Assistance Questions, Contact: Dana Bachert at dana.bachert@gwrymca.org
Financial Assistance
Financial Assistance
For families who need additional support, we are happy to offer financial assistance opportunities.
At the Y, we stand by the belief that everyone should have the chance to be part of the Y, irrespective of their financial means. To make this possible, we offer financial assistance to those who qualify, supported by the generous contributions to our Annual Campaign. Access the application below. We encourage you to apply early to allow processing time. Following processing, we communicate the approved amount to applicants, which is then applied to their accounts.
Give every child the gift of Y Summer Camp. Make a meaningful difference in a child's life with your tax-deductible donation.
Inclusion Services
Fostering a supportive and enriching environment for children with diverse abilities is the primary focus of inclusive and adaptive programs. The Gateway Region YMCA provides trained staff and accessible spaces to help ensure camp opportunities for every child. When you register online for Summer Day Camp, indicate any needs your child may have and the branch will email you more information and the required forms.
🏕️ Overnight Camp Lakewood
The Y's overnight summer camp in Potosi, MO is an experience like no other. YMCA Camp Lakewood brings kids ages 6-17 from all walks of life together to try new things without judgment. With a sprawling 5,000 acre campus and a private 360-acre lake, Camp Lakewood becomes a summer sanctuary accommodating various interests, ranging from paddle boarding to horseback riding to campfires and more.
YMCA Camp Counselors are One-of-a-Kind!
If you have talent, knowledge, and passion for working with children - and you want to work in an organization where you will be rewarded with opportunities to serve, it's time to learn more about what the Gateway Region YMCA has to offer. We offer a variety of excellent opportunities in Early Childhood Education, Y Club Before & After School Enrichment, and Summer Camp.
At the Y, counselors aren't just staff, they're role models and mentors who help campers have their best summer ever! ☀️