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YMCA Camp St. Croix - Gathering Pines Wee Backpackers Camp

YMCA Gathering Pines, Lakeville, MN

A day camp at YMCA Camp St. Croix for kindergarteners, focusing on outdoor exploration.

▌ Editor's read The provided URL leads to the YMCA of the North's Adventure Programs page, which lists various camps, including the Gathering Pines Wee Backpackers Camp. This camp is a day program designed for children entering kindergarten, with a focus on outdoor activities and nature exploration. The YMCA of the North is a non-profit organization. While specific ACA accreditation for this particular camp is not listed, the YMCA of the North generally adheres to high standards. The website states that all staff are background checked and trained in child abuse prevention. Google reviews for 'YMCA of the North' show a rating of 4.3 stars from over 1,000 reviews, indicating a generally positive public perception of the organization. Social media handles for the broader YMCA of the North are @ymcanorth on Instagram and YMCANorth on Facebook.
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Who thrives here Age 5

YMCA Camp St. Croix - Gathering Pines Wee Backpackers Camp is geared toward early-childhood campers — ages where ritual, repetition, and short activity blocks land better than long instructional sessions. traditional day camp programs at this age work best when the day length matches the child's attention threshold and the staff knows how to handle separation moments without escalating them.

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: Traditional Day Camp
  • Ages: 5–5
  • Hours: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
  • Address: 3409 Camp St Croix Rd, Hudson, WI 54016, USA
  • Phone: (651) 436-8429
  • Cost notes: 2026 pricing TBD as of 2026-04-16.

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about YMCA Camp St. Croix - Gathering Pines Wee Backpackers Camp

What ages does YMCA Camp St. Croix - Gathering Pines Wee Backpackers Camp accept?
YMCA Camp St. Croix - Gathering Pines Wee Backpackers Camp is open to children age 5. 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 St. Croix - Gathering Pines Wee Backpackers Camp cost?
YMCA Camp St. Croix - Gathering Pines Wee Backpackers Camp doesn't publish a flat per-week rate — pricing varies by session. 2026 pricing TBD as of 2026-04-16. Contact the camp directly for the current schedule of fees.
What are YMCA Camp St. Croix - Gathering Pines Wee Backpackers Camp's hours?
YMCA Camp St. Croix - Gathering Pines Wee Backpackers 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.
Who runs YMCA Camp St. Croix - Gathering Pines Wee Backpackers Camp?
YMCA Camp St. Croix - Gathering Pines Wee Backpackers 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 St. Croix - Gathering Pines Wee Backpackers Camp provide lunch?
Yes — YMCA Camp St. Croix - Gathering Pines Wee Backpackers 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.
How does YMCA Camp St. Croix - Gathering Pines Wee Backpackers Camp compare to other traditional day camp camps in Hudson?
YMCA Camp St. Croix - Gathering Pines Wee Backpackers Camp is one of 17 traditional day camp camps in Hudson that overlap its age range. The differentiation between options usually comes down to four factors: weekly price, day length, indoor/outdoor balance, and group size. Browse same-city alternatives in the directory to compare side by side.

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