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YMCA Camp Pendalouan - Bugs N' Bunks

YMCA Camp Pendalouan · $510/week · ★ 4.8 (166 reviews)

A condensed overnight program that is specially designed for first-time campers at Pendalouan.

▌ Editor's read YMCA Camp Pendalouan's website loads successfully, detailing various overnight camp programs including 'Bugs N' Bunks' for younger campers. The camp is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA), with accreditation valid until 2025, signifying compliance with over 200 health, safety, and program quality standards. The website mentions that all staff undergo background checks, ensuring a level of safety for campers. As a YMCA camp, it operates as a non-profit organization. Google reviews for YMCA Camp Pendalouan show a strong rating of 4.8 stars based on 178 reviews, with many reviewers praising the positive impact on their children and the dedicated staff. The camp offers a range of activities from swimming and archery to arts and crafts, fostering a traditional camp experience. Social media presence includes an Instagram handle @camp_pendalouan and a Facebook page YMCACampPendalouan, which are actively updated with camp photos and news.
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ACA-accredited~300 standards audited
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Nonprofit operator501(c)(3) tax-exempt
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Who thrives here Ages 6–8

YMCA Camp Pendalouan - Bugs N' Bunks is well suited to lower-elementary campers who can sit through a 30-minute activity block but still need movement breaks every hour. overnight/sleepaway content lands when it's framed as play first, instruction second; this age responds to friend-group continuity more than to specific skill outcomes.

Facts & Credentials

Program type
Overnight camp
ACA accredited
Yes
Established
Not listed
Operator
Nonprofit organization
Staff-to-camper ratio
Not listed

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Details

  • Category: Overnight/Sleepaway
  • Ages: 6–8
  • Hours: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
  • Address: 1243 E Fruitvale Rd, Montague, MI 49437, USA
  • Phone: (231) 722-9622
  • Email: [email protected]
  • Cost notes: YMCA member/non-member pricing may apply.

↗ What parents like

  • Good for first-time campers
  • Financial assistance available

↘ Watch for

  • Short session duration

Logistics

  • Lunch provided: Yes
  • Transportation: No
  • Financial aid: No
  • Setting: outdoor

Frequently asked about YMCA Camp Pendalouan - Bugs N' Bunks

What ages does YMCA Camp Pendalouan - Bugs N' Bunks accept?
YMCA Camp Pendalouan - Bugs N' Bunks is open to children ages 6–8. Camps publish their own age cutoffs, and some run mixed-age groups internally; check the registration page for that summer's grouping if your child sits at a boundary.
How much does YMCA Camp Pendalouan - Bugs N' Bunks cost?
YMCA Camp Pendalouan - Bugs N' Bunks publishes $510/week for the standard session. YMCA member/non-member pricing may apply. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are YMCA Camp Pendalouan - Bugs N' Bunks's hours?
YMCA Camp Pendalouan - Bugs N' Bunks runs 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Is YMCA Camp Pendalouan - Bugs N' Bunks accredited?
Yes — YMCA Camp Pendalouan - Bugs N' Bunks is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA). ACA accreditation means the camp has been audited against ~300 health, safety, and program-quality standards covering staffing, supervision ratios, emergency response, and program design.
Who runs YMCA Camp Pendalouan - Bugs N' Bunks?
YMCA Camp Pendalouan - Bugs N' Bunks is operated by a nonprofit organization. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
Does YMCA Camp Pendalouan - Bugs N' Bunks provide lunch?
Yes — YMCA Camp Pendalouan - Bugs N' Bunks includes lunch in the program. Confirm whether it's a hot lunch, cold lunch, or a snack-plus-bring-your-own setup, and ask about allergy accommodations if relevant.

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