Camp provides children with a community of caring adults, who nurture experiential education that results in self-respect and appreciation for human value.

 All of the outcomes — self-identity, self-worth, self-esteem, leadership, and self-respect — build personal competencies. These personal competencies are reflected in the four "C's" of the camp community: compassion, contribution, commitment, and character!

For years, campers' parents have reported that when their children return home from camp they are more caring, understand the importance of giving, are more equipped to stand up for what they know is right, and are willing to be more responsible. These are the qualities that will help build a successful nation and a civil society.

At YMCA Camps we also focus on the YMCA's four core values: Caring, Honesty, Respect and Responsibility.  Each camp has a unique way of incorporating these values into our daily interactions, evening reflections or personal goals for campers.  Ask your YMCA Camp how the Four Core Values come to life at their camp.