YMCA Camp Hanes - Overnight Camp
A traditional overnight camp experience for youth, focusing on character development, outdoor adventure, and...
▌ Editor's read The provided URL loads successfully, directing to the YMCA Camp Hanes section of the YMCA of Northwest North Carolina website, specifically the dates and rates page. YMCA Camp Hanes is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA), with accreditation valid through 2025, confirming its commitment to industry standards for health, safety, and program quality. The camp is operated by the YMCA, a non-profit organization. While specific staff-to-camper ratios are not explicitly listed on the website, the YMCA's general commitment to safety often includes background checks for staff, and the site mentions 'trained and caring staff.' The camp offers traditional overnight programs. Google reviews for 'YMCA Camp Hanes' show a strong rating of 4.8 stars based on 300+ reviews, with many parents praising the positive impact on their children and the variety of activities offered. Social media handles found are @ymcacamp_hanes on Instagram and YMCACampHanes on Facebook, both actively showcasing camp life.
Who thrives here Ages 6–15
YMCA Camp Hanes - Overnight Camp sits in the upper-elementary to middle-school window where specialization starts to mean something. Kids in this band often want to go deeper on one thing rather than rotate through five, and many camps begin offering pre-CIT (counselor-in-training) tracks here. The right overnight/sleepaway fit at this age depends on whether the child wants more autonomy or still wants the safety of a structured rhythm.
Facts & Credentials
- Program type
- Overnight camp
- ACA accredited
- Yes
- Established
- Not listed
- Operator
- Nonprofit organization
- Staff-to-camper ratio
- Not listed
Details
- Category: Overnight/Sleepaway
- Ages: 6–15
- Hours: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
- Address: 1225 Camp Hanes Rd, King, NC 27021, USA
- Phone: (336) 983-3131
- Email: [email protected]
- Cost notes: Early bird rate of $1010 if registered by Dec. 31st.
↗ What parents like
- Early bird discount
- Financial assistance available
↘ Watch for
- Non-refundable deposit
Logistics
- Lunch provided: Yes
- Transportation: No
- Financial aid: No
- Setting: outdoor
Frequently asked about YMCA Camp Hanes - Overnight Camp
- What ages does YMCA Camp Hanes - Overnight Camp accept?
- YMCA Camp Hanes - Overnight Camp is open to children ages 6–15. 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 Hanes - Overnight Camp cost?
- YMCA Camp Hanes - Overnight Camp publishes $1,100/week for the standard session. Early bird rate of $1010 if registered by Dec. 31st. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
- What are YMCA Camp Hanes - Overnight Camp's hours?
- YMCA Camp Hanes - Overnight Camp 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 Hanes - Overnight Camp accredited?
- Yes — YMCA Camp Hanes - Overnight Camp 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 Hanes - Overnight Camp?
- YMCA Camp Hanes - Overnight Camp 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 Hanes - Overnight Camp provide lunch?
- Yes — YMCA Camp Hanes - Overnight Camp 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.
Planning guides
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- YMCA Camp Hanes - Day Camp · King, NC · Ages 5–15 · $430/week