Camp · Overnight/Sleepaway · Ages 11–14 · $2,025/week
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▌ Overnight/Sleepaway · Ages 11–14

YMCA Camp Orkila - Art Exploration

YMCA Camp Orkila · $2,025/week

Located in the San Juan Islands, Camp Orkila offers a variety of overnight camp experiences with a focus on outdoor...

▌ Editor's read The provided website for YMCA Camp Orkila loads successfully and details various camp programs, including an Art Exploration option. The camp is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) with an expiration year of 2025, confirming its commitment to industry standards. While specific staff-to-camper ratios are not explicitly listed, the site mentions that all staff undergo background checks and extensive training. The camp is owned and operated by the YMCA, a well-established nonprofit organization. Google reviews for YMCA Camp Orkila average 4.8 stars from 200 reviews, with many parents praising the supportive staff and diverse activities. The camp offers a traditional overnight camp experience with a focus on personal growth and community building. Social media handles found are @camporkila on Instagram and 'camporkila' on Facebook.
ACA-accredited~300 standards audited
Nonprofit operator501(c)(3) tax-exempt

Who thrives here Ages 11–14

YMCA Camp Orkila - Art Exploration is built for middle-school campers — an age where leadership tracks, deeper specialization, and identity exploration take over from generalist day-camp formats. overnight/sleepaway programs that thrive at this age publish a clear weekly progression rather than a rotating activity menu, and the staff-to-camper conversation usually matters more than the activity list.

Facts & Credentials

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

How we verify these →

Details

  • Category: Overnight/Sleepaway
  • Ages: 11–14
  • Hours: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
  • Address: 484 Camp Orkila Road, Eastsound, WA 98245, USA
  • Phone: (206) 382-5022
  • Cost notes: Three pricing options available: $2350, $2025, $1695.

↗ What parents like

  • Located in scenic San Juan Islands
  • Offers financial assistance

↘ Watch for

  • Registration for 2026 opens late

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about YMCA Camp Orkila - Art Exploration

What ages does YMCA Camp Orkila - Art Exploration accept?
YMCA Camp Orkila - Art Exploration is open to children ages 11–14. 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 Orkila - Art Exploration cost?
YMCA Camp Orkila - Art Exploration publishes $2,025/week for the standard session. Three pricing options available: $2350, $2025, $1695. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are YMCA Camp Orkila - Art Exploration's hours?
YMCA Camp Orkila - Art Exploration 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 Orkila - Art Exploration accredited?
Yes — YMCA Camp Orkila - Art Exploration 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 Orkila - Art Exploration?
YMCA Camp Orkila - Art Exploration 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 Orkila - Art Exploration provide lunch?
Yes — YMCA Camp Orkila - Art Exploration 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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