YMCA CAMP CHANDLER
WHO WE ARE
For nearly 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 108-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.
CONTACT US
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 - 8 Year Olds)
This two-night camp samples camp activities and includes more interaction with the old camp traditions. Campers arrive on Sunday afternoon and parents return on Tuesday afternoon.
YMCA Members - $310
YMCA Non-Members - $335
*Explorers sessions coincide with Rangers sessions 2, 4, 5, and 6.
Explorers Session 1
Explorers Session 2
Explorers Session 3
Explorers Session 4
June 7 - June 9
June 28 - June 30
July 5 - July 7
July 12 - July 14
VOYAGERS* (8 - 11 Year Olds)
Much like Explorers, this twonight camp samples camp activities and includes more interaction with the old camp traditions. Voyagers is geared more towards the older camper who is new to camp. Campers arrive on Sunday afternoon and parents return on Tuesday afternoon.
YMCA Members - $310
YMCA Non-Members - $335
*Voyagers sessions coincide with Rangers sessions 1 and 3.
Voyagers Session 1
Voyagers Session 2
May 31 - June 2
June 21 - June 23
RANGERS
(8 - 14 Year Olds)
This week-long camp is designed to develop a well-rounded camper in spirit, mind, and body. Rangers will participate in all traditional camp activities. Camp traditions present challenging opportunities for Rangers 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-ONS*
*only for campers staying two consecutive sessions
YMCA Members - $110
YMCA Non-Members - $120
Any camper who attends a Voyagers session will receive a $100 discount for a WEEKLONG session, such as Rangers or Specialty Camps!
SPECIALTY CAMPS*
These camps focus on advanced skills for Rangers (ages 10 to 14) Space is very limited for all specialty camps *Specialty Camps sessions coincide with Rangers sessions 2, 4, and 6. YMCA Members: $785 | YMCA Non-Members: $835
SKIVENTURE CAMP
Skiers and riders of all experience levels are welcome! This specialty camp gives participants eight hours per week on the water, whether they’re learning for the first time or building on existing skills. Campers can try skiing, wakeboarding, or kneeboarding on beautiful Lake Jordan.
PIONEERS
Calling all outdoor adventurers! This specialty camp provides an opportunity for campers to explore their natureloving side. Whitewater rafting at Montgomery Whitewater, skeet shooting at the Lower Wetumpka Shotgun Club, a hike on the trails of Lake Jordan, and a sleep out under the stars will be unforgettable!
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!
Rifles
Archery
Wrist-Rocket Slingshots
Axe Throwing Nature Hike
GaGa Pit
Disc Golf
Aquatic Study
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*+
WAT
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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 promises unforgettable experiences. The memories made during these one-of-akind activities will last a lifetime!
Capture the Flag (Sunday)
“Camp-Chella” Dance Party (Monday) T ili ht S i (T d )
DAILY SCHEDULE
7:00AM 7:30AM 8:00AM 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
Reveille
Flag Raising
Breakfast
Chapel
Closing Campfire (Thursday)
Lip Sync Battle [Alt ]
Camp Chandler Olympics [Alt.] “Chandler Cinema” Movie Night [Alt.]
Cabin Clean-up
Cabin Activity
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
RANGERS SESSIONS
Rangers Session 1
Rangers Session 2
Rangers Session 3
Rangers Session 4
Rangers Session 5
Rangers Session 6
Rangers Session 7
DAY CAMP
Day camp is offered for campers 6 - 12 years of age, Monday - Friday for 8 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 traditional Camp Chandler activities with our funloving Camp Chandler staff, but is unable or unwilling to spend the night.
YMCA Members - $195 | YMCA Non-Members - $215 | +$10 Bus Transportation Fee
7:00 AM - 8:30 AM 8:30 AM 9:00 AM 9:30 AM 10:30 AM 11:30 AM 12:00 PM 12:30 PM 1:30 PM 2:30 PM
4:00 PM - 5:30 PM
SCHEDULE
Check-In / Game Room / Arts & Crafts
Breakfast
Morning Assembly / Song / Devotion
Activity 1
Activity 2
Lunch
Rest Period
Activity 3
Activity 4
Group Games
Check- Out / Movie / Games
SESSIONS
Day Camp Session 1
Day Camp Session 2
Day Camp Session 3
Day Camp Session 4
Day Camp Session 5
Day Camp Session 6
Day Camp Session 7
Day Camp Session 8
June 1 - June 5
June 8 - June 12
June 15 - June 19
June 22 - June 26
June 29 - July 3
July 6 - July 10
July 13 - July 17
July 20 - July 24
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 Rifles Gaga Wrist-Rocket Slingshots
Arts & Crafts Water Balloons Axe Throwing Field Games Canoes Pedals Boats Kayaks Fishing
Blob Slide Rope Swing Jumping Tower
Please note that low ropes and high ropes courses, horseback riding, 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
Bus Pick-Up: Bus Drop-Off: WILSON YMCA
For campers in the Montgomery area that ride the bus, there will be a $10 per child per week bus fee. 6:50 AM - 7:10 AM 5:30 PM - 5:45 PM
Bus Pick-Up: Bus Drop-Off: MIDTOWN YMCA
7:10 AM - 7:30 AM 5:00 PM - 5:30 PM
Drop-Off: Pick-Up: CAR RIDERS
7:00 AM - 8:00 AM 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
SPECIAL RATE OPPORTUNITIES
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, activi a Biscuits game, Montgomery Whitewater, k ti b li d t great for those campers that live out-of-s
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HEALTH & SAFETY
YMCA Camp Chandler is committed to the health and safety of all our guests. Our mission is to iver a world-class experience while ensuring a secure environment for everyone Camp Chandler features a medical hut with a registered nurse onsite throughout each camper ’ s stay.
WHO ARE THE CAMP COUNSELORS?
Many camp counselors return year-after-year, providing great continuity for campers & parents. perience 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 Bunk1, with login information provided at check-in Campers also love receiving good old-fashioned mail, which can be dropped off during check-in or mailed to Camp Chandler’s address (for overnight camp sessions only).
SCAN FOR MORE FAQS, CAMPER PACKING LIST, CAMP SPARK INFO & MORE!
Camp Spark at YMCA Camp Chandler offers a unique opportunity for underserved 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 18th through June 20th. For applications, interested families can reach out to Laura Maddox at lmaddox@ymcamontgomery org or (334) 229-0035 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 for all YMCA Camp Chandler 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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