Summer Camp

Summer is filled with fun and friendships! At YMCA Camp Alexander we have over 50 years of experience in providing a safe, thriving environment for young people.

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CAMP REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN!

YMCA Camp Alexander

Camp is a great place to make lasting memories. With fun daily activities your child will grow stronger, stay active and connect with friends, all while building the core values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility.

THE BEST SUMMER EVER:

Camp Alexander is a 33 acre slice of heaven located on Nepco Lake. Campers will have the opportunity to try many different activities, build lasting friendships, and create memories that will last a lifetime. This year camp will be structured to offer many different activity options for the campers to choose from. Each day two to three different activities will be offered during our breakouts that are tailored toward different interests. Getting away from themed weeks makes camp more inclusive for everyone and allows them to shine as individuals. An example of opportunities offered during breakout sessions would include; friendship bracelet making, fishing, and yoga. The campers will choose the one they wish to participate in to ensure they are having fun. All activities are lead by counselors with similar interests to provide the best experience possible. We look forward to the best summer ever!

Camp Vision

Fostering a healthy and safe environment by creating opportunities for campers to grow into the best version of themselves while being grounded by nature.

Camp Alexander is programed to provide:
New experiences | Active engagement
A free thinking structure | Development of new skills
Improvement of social skills | Lasting friendships
A safe place to have fun

Camp is designed for children ages 7-14.

Camp Activities

There are many great activities to do while you’re at camp

  • Swimming
  • Field Trips
  • Crafts
  • Court & Field Games
  • Archery
  • Hiking
  • Nature programs
  • Canoeing
Fire pit
  • Kayaking
  • Fishing
  • More
Sample Daily Schedule & Activities
7:00am-9:00am
Check In/Pre Camp FREE BEFORE CARE
9:00am-9:30am
Snack and Full Circle
9:30am-10:30am
All Camp Activity
10:30am-11:45am
Breakout 1
12:00pm-12:30pm
Lunch
12:30pm-12:45pm
Full Circle
12:45pm-2:00pm
Breakout 2
2:00pm-3:30pm
Swimming
3:30pm-4:00pm
Snack, Clean up, Reflect
*Mon.- Thursday* 4:00pm-5:30pm
Check Out/Post Camp FREE AFTER CARE
*Friday* 4:00pm-5:00pm
Check Out/Post Camp

Full Circle – Announcements, games, songs

Breakouts – Selection of several different activity options to allow the campers to choose their adventure

Ex. Frisbee golf, Tie-dying, Baking, Knot tying, Axe throwing, Shelter building, Fishing

Camp Weeks 2026

May 24th:

Mother Son Scavenger Hunt (registration required) 10am- 12pm

Camp Open House 12pm- 2pm

WEEK 1: June 8-12th, 2026

WEEK 2: June 15- 19th, 2026

WEEK 3: June 22- 26th, 2026

WEEK 4: June 29- July 3rd, 2026

WEEK 5: July 6-10th, 2026

WEEK 6: July 13-17th, 2026

WEEK 7: July 20-24th, 2026

WEEK 8: July 27 – 31st, 2026

WEEK 9: August 3- 7th, 2026

WEEK 10: August 10-14th, 2026

WEEK 11: August 17- 21st, 2026

*Field Trips & Themed weeks Coming soon!

Several weeks this summer may feature special off-site experiences and field trips, with specific dates and details announced as partnerships are finalized.

Day Camp Hours

9:00AM – 4:00PM

BEFORE CAMP CARE

Mon-Thurs | 7:00-9:00AM

After Camp Care

Mon-Thurs | 4:00-5:30PM
Friday | 4:00-5:00PM

Registration

2026 YMCA Camp Alexander registration is opening NOW! To register, stop in and visit our Member Services team at the front desk or call us at 715.818.9622. Registration forms and payments are required at the time of sign-up.

Camp is designed for children ages 7-14.

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Membership & Camp For All

No one is turned away from YMCA Camp Alexander for an inability to pay. Our Membership for All – financial assistance program ensures that funding is available so every child can enjoy camp. State Assistance may be available as well. For more information, contact South Wood County YMCA at 715.818.9622

WHAT TO LEAVE AT HOME

ALL Electronics | Cell Phones | Toys | Stuffed Animals

Camp For All Interest Form

Please fill out this submission form if you’re interested in learning more about our Camp For All program and verifying your eligibility. Someone from our team will reach out to you shortly.

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Address
1053 Camp Road, Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54494 (No mail receptacle)

Phone
715.818.9622

Mailing Address
601 West Grand Avenue, Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54495

Contact for More Information:
Trisha “Poppins” Steinhorst
Camp Director
steinhorst@swcymca.org | 715-818-9622

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Contact for More Camp Information:
Trisha Steinhorst | Camp Director
steinhorst@swcymca.org

Contact for Income Based Camp Rates:
Jacqueline Blum | Member Services & Adventure Center Coordinator
blum@swcymca.org
715-818-6041


Camp Address:

1053 Camp Road
Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54494