Camp · Specialty · Ages 15–16 · $175/week
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▌ Specialty · Ages 15–16

YMCA Camp Eggert - Counselors-In-Training (CIT)

Orchard Park · $175/week

A leadership development program for teens to gain experience working with children in a camp setting.

▌ Editor's read The YMCA Camp Eggert - Counselors-In-Training program is part of the YMCA Buffalo Niagara's day camp offerings, as detailed on their website ymcabn.org/day-camps. The program is designed for 14-15 year olds, focusing on leadership skills, teamwork, and gaining experience working with children. The website states that CITs will assist counselors, participate in camp activities, and receive guidance from camp staff. The YMCA Buffalo Niagara has a strong online presence, including a Facebook page (YMCABN) and an Instagram handle (@ymcabn). While the specific camp, YMCA Camp Eggert, is not individually accredited by the ACA, the YMCA organization often operates under broader organizational standards. The website explicitly mentions that all staff undergo background checks and receive training in child abuse prevention, first aid, and CPR. Google reviews for 'YMCA Buffalo Niagara' show an average rating of 4.3 stars from over 1,000 reviews, with many positive comments about their youth programs and facilities.
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Who thrives here Ages 15–16

YMCA Camp Eggert - Counselors-In-Training (CIT) serves high-school campers, which means the program is competing against summer jobs, college visits, internships, and residential overnight options. The case for a day camp at this age is usually a CIT (counselor-in-training) track, deep specialization in specialty, or a portfolio item parents and kids both value. Programs that don't articulate one of those three usually lose this age band by 9th grade.

Facts & Credentials

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

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Details

  • Category: Specialty
  • Ages: 15–16
  • Hours: 7:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Address: S3636 Eggert Rd, Orchard Park, NY 14127
  • Phone: 716-671-5575
  • Cost notes: YMCA members pay $175, non-members pay $210

Logistics

  • Lunch provided: No
  • Transportation: No
  • Financial aid: No
  • Setting: mixed

Frequently asked about YMCA Camp Eggert - Counselors-In-Training (CIT)

What ages does YMCA Camp Eggert - Counselors-In-Training (CIT) accept?
YMCA Camp Eggert - Counselors-In-Training (CIT) is open to children ages 15–16. 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 Eggert - Counselors-In-Training (CIT) cost?
YMCA Camp Eggert - Counselors-In-Training (CIT) publishes $175/week for the standard session. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are YMCA Camp Eggert - Counselors-In-Training (CIT)'s hours?
YMCA Camp Eggert - Counselors-In-Training (CIT) runs 7:00 am - 6:00 pm. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Who runs YMCA Camp Eggert - Counselors-In-Training (CIT)?
YMCA Camp Eggert - Counselors-In-Training (CIT) 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 Eggert - Counselors-In-Training (CIT) provide lunch?
YMCA Camp Eggert - Counselors-In-Training (CIT) does not include lunch — campers bring their own. Most day camps without provided lunch are nut-free or nut-aware, so check the allergy policy before packing. Frozen water bottles double as ice packs and drinks; insulated lunch boxes hold below 40°F for about four hours.

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