North Penn YMCA gearing up for the best summer ever
At the end of the summer, families want to hear that their child had the best summer ever. To help make that happen, North Penn YMCA, with branches in Lansdale and Harleysville, is offering summer day camp, keeping kids and teens in our communities adventurous, active, engaged and healthy all summer long.
YMCA camp programs offer youth fun and unique experiences with an opportunity to explore the outdoors, meet new friends, discover new interests and create memories that last a lifetime.
Summer is the ideal time for kids to get up, get out and explore.
But for some kids, summer means no access to recreational and educational activities to help them learn, grow and thrive during out-of-school time. As a result, some kids can experience learning loss and gain weight twice as fast as during the school year.
Attending North Penn YMCA’s summer camp is a wonderful opportunity for kids to keep their minds and bodies active.
“It’s imperative that kids stay engaged socially, physically and academically throughout the summer,” said Bob Gallagher, CEO. “Summer camp is a wonderful way to ensure that. In our day camps, kids are in a welcoming environment where they can belong, they’re building relationships, developing character and discovering their potential.”
There are five reasons why children and teens should attend summer camp:
ADVENTURE >> Summer camp is all about a wide variety of new experiences and exploring the outdoors. YMCA camps have a new adventure for every child and teen. Visit www.ymca. net for details.
HEALTHY FUN>> Day and resident camps offer fun, stimulating activities that engage the body and mind, and also help children and teens learn the importance of nutrition to help improve their healthy eating habits.
PERSONAL GROWTH >> While in the welcoming environment of camp, youth have a chance to learn new skills, and develop confidence and independence by taking on new responsibilities and challenges. Camps offer cognitive learning and social-emotional development opportunities for achievement.
FRIENDSHIPS >> Amidst the fun of camp games, songs, swimming and talent shows, campers meet new friends and strengthen existing friendships. The bonds formed at camp are important and lasting for many youth.
MEMORIES >> Summer camp is an unforgettable experience that will give each camper memories that will last a lifetime.
Camps will be offered at the following locations: Harleysville Branch, 311 Alumni Ave., Harleysville, for preschoolers and grades K-2; Indian Valley Branch, 890 Maple Ave., Harleysville, for grades 3-9; Emmanuel Lutheran,69 W. Broad St., Souderton, for grades K-5; Heidelberg Church, 251 Perkiomen Ave., Schwenksville, for grades K-8; Lansdale Branch, 608 E. Main St., Lansdale, for grades 1-8; Lansdale Catholic, 700 Lansdale Ave., Lansdale, will offer sports camps for grades 4-8; Y Camp at Towamencin, 1290 Allentown Road, Lansdale, will offer specialty camps for grades 3-6.
And, to ensure that all youth have the chance to experience camp, the North Penn YMCA offers financial assistance to those in need. If you’re interested in helping send kids to camp this summer, you can donate at www.NorthPennYMCA.org/ donate.
For more information, visit www.NorthPennYMCA. org.