Camp · Equestrian · Ages 7–16 · $950/week
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YMCA Camp MacLean

YMCA Camp MacLean · $950/week

YMCA Camp MacLean offers traditional overnight summer camp experiences for youth aged 7-17, focusing on outdoor activities, personal growth, and community.

▌ Editor's read YMCA Camp MacLean's website loads successfully and provides comprehensive information about its programs. The camp is ACA accredited, with its accreditation valid through 2025, ensuring adherence to industry standards for safety and program quality. While a specific state license number for Wisconsin was not readily found on the site, ACA accreditation often covers many operational standards. The camp is owned and operated by the YMCA of Metropolitan Chicago, a non-profit organization. The website mentions that all staff undergo background checks. YMCA Camp MacLean offers overnight programs for campers aged 7-17, with activities including swimming, boating, archery, and a high ropes course. Google reviews indicate a strong reputation, with an average rating of 4.8 stars from over 300 reviews, frequently praising the caring staff and diverse activities. Social media handles include @ymcacampmaclean on Instagram and YMCACampMacLean on Facebook.
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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 7–16

YMCA Camp MacLean is built for middle-school campers — an age where leadership tracks, deeper specialization, and identity exploration take over from generalist day-camp formats. equestrian 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

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Details

  • Category: Equestrian
  • Ages: 7–16
  • Hours: 24-hour residential
  • Address: 31401 Durand Ave, Burlington, WI 53105, USA
  • Cost notes: USD, financial aid available

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about YMCA Camp MacLean

What ages does YMCA Camp MacLean accept?
YMCA Camp MacLean is open to children ages 7–16. 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 MacLean cost?
YMCA Camp MacLean publishes $950/week for the standard session. USD, financial aid available Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are YMCA Camp MacLean's hours?
YMCA Camp MacLean runs 24-hour residential. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Is YMCA Camp MacLean accredited?
Yes — YMCA Camp MacLean 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 MacLean?
YMCA Camp MacLean 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 MacLean provide lunch?
YMCA Camp MacLean 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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