Camp Explorer
Camp Explorer is one of two summer day camps run by the Johnston County YMCA serving children in the Clayton area. Camp Explorer is a full-day summer camp that will keep your child active and engaged all day long! Your camper will enjoy activities such as swimming, skill development, awards, weekly themes, crafts and outdoor games.
Camp Explorer serves children in rising grades K - 5. We also have a special group for rising kindergartners with modified activities that are age-appropriate.
Session weeks 1, 11 and 12 are held at Christ Community United Methodist Church (1082 Amelia Church Rd., Clayton).
Camp weeks
| Theme | Day | Date | Time | Prices | Ages |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Superhero |
Mon - Fri
|
Jun 1 - Jun 5 | 7:00 am - 6:00 pm | PP: $158 | 5 - 11 |
| Magical Madness |
Mon - Fri
|
Jun 8 - Jun 12 | 7:00 am - 6:00 pm | PP: $158 | 5 - 11 |
| Seuss on the Loose! |
Mon - Fri
|
Jun 15 - Jun 19 | 7:00 am - 6:00 pm | PP: $158 | 5 - 11 |
| Homecoming |
Mon - Fri
|
Jun 22 - Jun 26 | 7:00 am - 6:00 pm | M: $158 | 5 - 11 |
| Stars and Stripes |
Mon - Fri
|
Jun 29 - Jul 3 | 7:00 am - 6:00 pm | PP: $158 | 5 - 11 |
| Camp's Got Talent |
Mon - Fri
|
Jul 6 - Jul 10 | 7:00 am - 6:00 pm | PP: $158 | 5 - 11 |
| Holiday Hoopla |
Mon - Fri
|
Jul 13 - Jul 17 | 7:00 am - 6:00 pm | PP: $158 | 5 - 11 |
| Wild Wild West |
Mon - Fri
|
Jul 20 - Jul 24 | 7:00 am - 6:00 pm | PP: $158 | 5 - 11 |
| Olympics |
Mon - Fri
|
Jul 27 - Jul 31 | 7:00 am - 6:00 pm | PP: $158 | 5 - 11 |
| Camp is Out of this World |
Mon - Fri
|
Aug 3 - Aug 7 | 7:00 am - 6:00 pm | PP: $158 | 4 - 11 |
| Wacky Water |
Mon - Fri
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Aug 10 - Aug 14 | 7:00 am - 6:00 pm | PP: $158 | 4 - 11 |
| Best of Camp |
Mon - Fri
|
Aug 17 - Aug 21 | 7:00 am - 6:00 pm | PP: $158 | 4 - 11 |
Preparing for camp
Each day is an adventure at YMCA Summer Day Camp. We want to make sure you and your camper are ready for all the fun. Find out what you need to bring to day camp and what to leave at home.
Our Counselors
YMCA Summer Day Camp Counselors are hired based on their enthusiasm, energy and maturity. All counselors receive training in everything from managing a group of energetic kids to basic first aid.
Character Counts
At YMCA Summer Day Camp, we reinforce good behavior, model positive character traits and help children grow into responsible adults.