Camps
Friendship, Fun, and Growth: The Unforgettable Experience of Camp
Ridgewood YMCA camps provide a vibrant and enriching experience for kids throughout the year. Our summer camps offer full-day, half-day, and overnight programs filled with a variety of activities that promote physical fitness, creativity, and teamwork. From swimming and sports to arts and crafts, campers participate in hands-on experiences that encourage personal growth and social interaction.
Day Camps
Day camps are thoughtfully designed with fun in mind, while accommodating the needs of working families. Offered at both the Ridgewood YMCA (Camp Woods) and Camp Bernie locations, they provide a safe and nurturing environment for children with convenient before and after care options. Specialty camps allow kids to explore new interests or personal passions with themes such as sports, theater, Spanish language and art. Daily schedules blend learning and play and provide a chance for kids to form lasting and impactful friendships.
Overnight Camp
YMCA Camp Bernie offers a traditional overnight camp experience to kids aged 7-16. Located just over an hour from Ridgewood in Port Murray, NJ, this sleepaway camp provides an ideal setting for adventure, outdoor activities, and exploration. Camp Bernie offers a unique blend of adventure, friendship, and personal growth for children and teens. Campers can enjoy a wide range of programs, including swimming, hiking, arts and crafts, and team sports, all designed to foster teamwork and develop new skills. Camp Bernie’s convenient location, facilities and accommodations also make it a great place for family camps, business retreats, teambuilding, school trips, and scout groups.
School Vacation Camps
The Ridgewood YMCA offers exciting and engaging school vacation camps so that working parents and caregivers can ensure their kids have quality care during school holidays. These camps provide a structured environment filled with a variety of activities, ensuring kids have a fun and productive time away from the classroom.
The YMCA camp programs allow children to stay active and engaged even when school is out. These camps ensure that kids have fun, learn valuable life skills, and make cherished memories that will last a lifetime.
2025 OPEN HOUSE DATES
Curious to find out more? Check out one of our Youth Programming Open House events at the Ridgewood Y where you can speak to the camp directors, and see everything the Y has to offer your family!
Contact Cara Apsley at [email protected] to attend.
Friday, January 10 | 5:00-7:00PM
Saturday, February 15 | 10:00AM-12:00PM
Monday, March 17 | 6:00-8:00PM
Saturday, April 5 | 10:00AM-12:00PM
Saturday, May 3 | 10:00AM-12:00PM
Thursday, June 5 | 5:00-7:00PM
READY TO VISIT CAMP BERNIE?
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