WHO WE ARE
For over a century, YMCA Camp Chandler has been dedicated to nurturing well-rounded, adventurous young leaders through a blend of exceptional counselors and core Christian values. Set on a stunning 104-acre natural landscape, our camp offers exciting challenges both on land and in water. By connecting with nature, acquiring new skills, and taking time to reflect on how God inspires confidence, wonder, achievement, and a sense of belonging, our campers forge unforgettable memories. Every camping experience is crafted to ensure safety and enjoyment. We take pride in being accredited by the esteemed American Camp Association, and all our highly trained staff hold American Red Cross CPR and First Aid certifications.
NEW IN 2025!
We are thrilled to share the completion of our stunning renovations at YMCA Camp Chandler, enhancing the camp experience for all our guests! Our remodeled dining hall features beautifully refinished floors, an expanded dining area, and a cozy fireplace, creating a welcoming atmosphere for campers to gather and share meals. In addition to these improvements, we ’ ve updated the game room with fresh games and amenities, ensuring that campers have even more opportunities for fun and connection In 2025, we will be adding new communal fire pits for evening gatherings and renovating the gym to enhance our facilities for a variety of activities!
CONTACT US
Camp Chandler is excited to introduce "Voyagers," a new two-night overnight camp for kids ages 8-11, making it the perfect trial experience for those looking to explore the joys of camp life before committing to a full week. With activities like hiking, canoeing, arts and crafts, and campfire storytelling, campers can enjoy a supportive environment while making lasting memories This program encourages independence while still providing a nurturing space for young adventurers to explore the great outdoors.
We are also extending our 4th of July weekend festivities at the same rate and updating age brackets for sessions and activities, including low ropes and high ropes courses This year, campers will have the exciting opportunity to choose their activities once they get to camp, with the guidance of their counselors, allowing them to really learn these skills and tailor their camp experience to their interests.
Our dedicated staff is committed to ensuring every child feels safe and engaged throughout their time at camp. Join us for an unforgettable adventure filled with new experiences, connections, and memories at YMCA Camp Chandler!
Zachary Johnson, Camp Director zjohnson@ymcamontgomery.org Cell: 770-910-5022
Scot Patterson, Executive Director spatterson@ymcamontgomery.org Office: 334-229-0035
Laura Maddox, Office Manager lmaddox@ymcamontgomery.org Office: 334-229-0035
Art Mason, Operations Director amason@ymcamontgomery.org Office: 334-229-0035
CHECK OUT LAST YEAR’S HIGHLIGHTS!
OVERNIGHT CAMP OPTIONS
EXPLORERS*
(6 - 9 Year Olds)
This two-night camp samples camp activities and includes more interaction with the old camp traditions, which keep kids returning each year. Campers arrive on Wednesday morning and parents return on Friday evening.
YMCA Members - $310 YMCA Non-Members - $335
*Explorer Camps coincide with Ranger sessions 1 & 5.
EXPLORERS 1A
EXPLORERS 1B
EXPLORERS 5A
EXPLORERS 5B
VOYAGERS
(8 - 11 Year Olds)
RANGERS
(8 - 14 Year Olds)
June 8 - 10
June 11 - 13
July 6 - 8
July 9 - 11
Introducing Voyagers, a new twonight overnight camp designed for kids ages 8-11! The perfect trial experience for those looking to explore the joys of camp, this camp offers a fun and supportive environment where campers can enjoy a taste of adventure. With activities like hiking, canoeing, arts and crafts, and campfire stories, it is the perfect way for kids to experience the joys of overnight camp in a shorter stay. Our trained staff ensures every camper feels safe, supported, and ready to make lasting memories. Join us for a two-night sample of fun!
YMCA Members - $370 YMCA Non-Members - $395
This Sunday - Friday camp is designed to develop a well-rounded camper in spirit, mind, and body. Rangers will participate in all traditional camp activities, including: archery, air rifles, horseback, canoes, arts and crafts, axe throwing, sailing, swimming, and watersports. Low ropes and high ropes are also available for campers ages 10-14! Special camp traditions present challenging opportunities for Ranger groups to build new friendships while exploring the great outdoors, all carefully monitored by great counselor role models.
YMCA Members - $685
YMCA Non-Members - $735 Weekend Add-On + $110-$120
Any camper who attends the Voyager session will receive a $100 discount for a WEEKLONG session, such as Rangers or a specialty camp!
These camps focus on advanced skills for Rangers (ages 10 to 14) Space is very limited for all specialty camps SESSIONS 1 & 5
YMCA Members: $785 | YMCA Non-Members: $835
SKIVENTURE CAMP
Skiers of all skill levels can enjoy eight hours per week behind the boat during this ski and wakeboard camp. This is a great program for campers looking to learn to ski/slalom or improve their skills.
PIONEERS
This teen camp includes an overnight tent adventure in the great outdoors. Campers will experience activities like skeet shooting, hiking, climbing the climbing tower and high ropes, and even a trip to Montgomery Whitewater! Our most experienced counselors lead and really challenge the group to grow as a team and as individuals
WRANGLER CAMP
Introduces the skills and responsibilities of horseback riding. Wranglers will spend extra time trail riding & learning to groom & care for an assigned horse during the week. The perfect specialty camp for those that love horses!
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LAND ACTIVITIES
Camp Chandler's land activities are uniquely designed with the young adventurer, marksman, competitor, and creative spirit in mind. We offer a wide variety of thrilling activities that your camper will be sure to love!
Air Rifles
Archery
Wrist-Rocket Slingshots
Axe Throwing
Nature Hike
GaGa Pit
Disc Golf
Creek Critter Capture
Kickball
Arts & Crafts
Water Balloon Wars
Horseback Riding+ Low Ropes*+ High Ropes*+
Climbing Wall+
Zip Line*+
Pamper Pole*+
Giant’s Ladder*+
Giant’s Swing*+ Vertical Playpen*+
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Pedal Boats
Fishing Stand-Up Pa
Canoes
Kayaks
War Canoes Sailing+
*only available for ages 10 - 14
+only available for overnight camp
CAMP TRADITIONS AND ACTIVITIES
Each night at Camp Chandler offers campers a unique camp-wide activity that memories made during these one-of-alast a lifetime!
The Tonight Show Skit & Variety Hour Lip-Sync Battle (Alternate) Game Night (Alternate)
8:10AM 8:30AM
9:30AM - 10:20AM
10:30AM - 11:20AM
11:30AM - 12:20PM 12:30PM
1:00PM - 2:00PM
2:00PM - 2:30PM
2:30PM - 4:00PM
4:00PM - 5:00PM
5:00PM - 5:45PM 6:00PM 6:15PM
7:00PM - 8:30PM 8:30PM 9:00PM 10:30PM
Chapel
Cabin Clean-up
Cabin Time
Activity 1
Activity 2
Lunch
Rest Period
Camp Store
Free Swim
Activity 3
Activity 4
Flag Lowering
Dinner & Mail Call
Night Activity
Devotion / Beads
Showers
Lights Out
OVERNIGHT SESSIONS
VOYAGERS SESSION 1
RANGERS SESSION 1
EXPLORERS 1A
EXPLORERS 1B
RANGERS SESSION 2
RANGERS SESSION 3
RANGERS SESSION 4
RANGERS SESSION 5
EXPLORERS 5A
EXPLORERS 5B
RANGERS SESSION 6
*Session 4 includes an extra day
DAY CAMP
Day camp is offered for campers 6 - 12 years of age, Monday - Friday for 9 weeks this summer. Hot breakfast, hot lunch, and bus transportation will be provided. Day Camp is perfect for first time campers or anyone who wants to participate in some of our famous Camp Chandler activities with our fun-loving Chandler staff, but is unable or unwilling to spend the night.
YMCA Members - $205 | YMCA Non-Members - $230 | $10 Bus Transportation Fee
SCHEDULE
7:00 - 8:00 8:00 8:30 9:00 10:00 11:30 12:30 1:30 2 30
Check-In / Game Room / Gym
Hot Breakfast
Morning Assembly / Song / Devotion
Activity 1
Activity 2 Hot Lunch
Activity 3
Activity 4 G G i th Fi ld tion
SESSIONS
Session 1
Session 2
Session 3
Session 4
Session 5
Session 6 S i 7
June 2 - 6
June 9 - 13
June 16 - 20
June 23 - 27
June 30 - 3*
July 7 - 11
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DAY CAMP ACTIVITIES
Camp Chandler's land activities are uniquely designed with the young adventurer, marksman, competitor, and creative spirit in mind. We offer a wide variety of thrilling activities that your camper will be sure to love!
LAND ACTIVITIES WATER ACTIVITIES
Nature Hike Archery Air Rifles Sling Shots Gaga
Arts & Crafts Water Balloons Axe Throwing Field Games
Blob Slide Rope Swing Jumping Tower
Canoes Pedals Boats Kayaks Fishing
Please note that low ropes and high ropes courses, the zip line, sailing, and the banana boat are only available for overnight campers, and will not be accessible to day campers.
BUS PICK UP LOCATIONS AND TIMES
For Montgomery campers, there will be a $10 per child per week bus fee.
Bus Pick-Up: Bus Drop-Off: WILSON YMCA
6:50 - 7:10AM 5:30 - 5:45PM
Bus Pick-Up: Bus Drop-Off: MIDTOWN YMCA
7:10 - 7:30AM 5:00 - 5:30PM
Drop-Off: Pick-Up: CAR RIDERS
7:00 - 8:00AM 4:00 - 5:00PM
SPECIAL RATE OPPORTUNITIES
2024 RATES: Register for Rangers/Day Camp/Explorers/LIT/Specialty (Pioneers, SkiVenture, and Wranglers) any time before January 2nd and receive 2024 prices for that program.
REFER-A-FRIEND: A returning camper refers a NEW camper, for every NEW camper registered (in a WEEKLONG session, such as Rangers or a specialty camp) that they refer, the referrer will get $100 off of their total due, with no limit. The new camper that was referred does NOT get a discount
VOYAGER TO RANGER: Any camper who attends the Voyager session will receive a $100 discount for a WEEKLONG session, such as Rangers or a specialty camp.
DAY CAMP TO OVERNIGHT CAMP: Any camper who attends 3 sessions of Day Camp will receive a $200 discount for a WEEKLONG session, such as Rangers or a specialty camp.
MULTIPLE SESSIONS & WEEKEND STAYS
To truly experience all the magic camp has to offer, campers can stay for multiple sessions and weekends in between because sometimes one session just isn't enough!
Campers attending multiple weeks will receive $100 off each additional week We also offer a Weekend Stay-Over option between four of our sessions for the low rate of $110 for members and $120 for non-members! Weekend stays are available exclusively to campers attending a weeklong session before and/or after the weekend session.
Weekend add-on campers will enjoy extra nights of crafts, games, activities, and special outings for all ages, such as going to , skating, bowling, and many other excursions The Weekend Stay-Over option is state, multiple hours away, or just love camp
LEADERS-IN-TRAINING
15 YEAR-OLDS
LEADERSHIP OPPORTUNITIES SERVANTS WORKING ALL TOGETHER
This 3 week camp is designed for motivated
16 YEAR-OLDS - A Pre-Counselor Volunteer Position The Servants Working All Together (SWAT) Program is for
HEALTH & SAFETY
er is committed to the health and safety of all our guests. Our mission is to xperience while ensuring a secure environment for everyone Camp Chandler Hut, and campers will have access to an onsite nurse throughout their stay.
WHO ARE THE CAMP COUNSELORS?
s return year-after-year, providing great continuity for campers & parents. mping experience hinges on the positive relationship between the camper & ors undergo careful screening, background checks, and are selected , maturity, experience, and specific camping skills. Camp provides a order to provide ample supervision. Follow along with us on social media as we introduce our camp counselors leading up to camp!
WHERE DO CAMPERS EAT AND LIVE?
nd gender and placed with carefully selected counselors. All stay in abins complete with built-in bunk beds and air-conditioning. Cabins 12 campers and four counselors, with centrally located bathhouses
HOW CAN I COMMUNICATE WITH MY CAMPER?
To help campers fully enjoy their experience, phones are strictly prohibited. You can send bunk notes to overnight campers, and we share daily photos on Facebook and Bunk1 Note that not all photos will be posted to Facebook. For Bunk1 login information, please check our FAQ page.
SCAN FOR MORE FAQS, CAMPER PACKING LIST, CAMP SPARK INFO & MORE!
Camp Spark at YMCA Camp Chandler offers a unique opportunity for underprivileged youth ages 8-12 to enjoy the joys of camping, completely free for their families. With a focus on inclusivity and personal growth, Camp Spark provides a supportive environment where children can participate in outdoor adventures, arts and crafts, and team-building exercises Designed to foster friendships and build confidence, this weekend camp ensures that every child can create lasting memories in a safe and nurturing setting.
Camp Spark runs from June 5th through June 7th. For applications, interested families can reach out to Zach Johnson at zjohnson@ymcamontgomery org or (770) 910-5022 for the application form
EXCLUSIVE YMCA OF GREATER MONTGOMERY MEMBER PRICING
We are thankful to all of those families that support the YMCA year-round with household memberships. As a thank you, we are proud to offer a Membership Discount (household memberships only) on all camp sessions in thanks for your support and dedication to the YMCA and all of its programs.
It is the mission of Camp Chandler to make camp available to all youth, regardless of ability to pay. To receive financial assistance for a session of summer camp, please fill out the financial assistance form, available online or by contacting the camp office. Applications must be submitted at least two weeks prior to the start of a session. Financial assistance is available to Explorer, Voyager, Ranger, and LIT sessions.
If you would like to support our Annual Campaign and help give the magic of camp to future campers, give online or make checks payable to YMCA Camp Chandler. Thank you for helping make camp possible for all children!
Our mission is to put Judeo-Christian principles into practice through programs that build a healthy spirit, mind, and body for all.
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