SUMMER DAY CAMP FAQ

FREQUENLY ASKED QUESTIONS:

WHERE ARE THE CAMPS LOCATED?

Taylorsville -Taylorsville YMCA Community Family Center (4223 Atherton Dr., Taylorsville)
Ogden - (2 locations)
- Larry H. & Gail Miller Family Foundation YMCA Community Family Center (575 Lockwood Dr.)
- Polk Elementary (2615 Polk Ave, Ogden, UT 84401 / school campus) - weeks 2-10 only
Davis - Weber State University - Davis Campus (2750 University Park Blvd, Layton, UT 84041) - weeks 2-10 only
Park City - Treasure Mountain Jr High (2530 Kearns Blvd, Park City, UT 84060) - weeks 3-10 only

SAFETY AT CAMP

WHAT IS THE Y DOING TO KEEP MY KIDS SAFE AT CAMP?

At the Y, our priority is always on the health and safety of your child. In addition to the many steps we take every day to protect the health of our guests, campers, and staff, we will work hard to incorporate recommendations from local, state and national agencies and follow guidance from the American Camp Association and the CDC for a healthy camp community for all.

DO YOU REQUIRE CHILDREN TO BE VACCINATED AT CAMP?

If you child has attended school, vaccination records are not required. However, if your child has not started school yet, vaccination records are required.

CAN MY 4 YEAR OLD WHO IS TURNING 5 DURING THE SUMMER PROGRAM GO TO THE TRADITIONAL CAMP RATHER THAN PRESCHOOL CAMP?*

We are pretty lenient when it comes to rising 5 year olds and summer camp. If your 5 year old is freshly out of preschool, you may choose whether they should go to traditional or preschool camp. You have the option of choosing either/or, it just depends on how you think they will do. Since traditional camp is separated by age, your 5 year old will most likely be in a group with 5-7 year olds vs preschool camp they will be with 2-5 year olds. Activities will be slightly more advanced in traditional camp since there will be older children. If you feel like you want to try to put them in traditional camp and they don’t do well, we can always make a change to preschool camp if it is done in advance.

* Preschool Camp is only provided at the Taylorsville & Ogden YMCA Community Family Centers.

HOW ARE CAMPERS GROUPED?

They are grouped by ages / grade within 1-2 years of each other. They stay in that group all summer long even if they have a birthday.

HOW MANY CAMPERS & STAFF ARE IN EACH GROUP?

Ratio is 1:20 (1 counselor for every 20 kids). Preschool is 2:20 (2 teachers for every 20 kids).

HOW DO YOU ACCOMMODATE DIETARY RESTRICTIONS & ALLERGIES?

Our school partners that provide meals may or may not accommodate allergies or dietary restrictions – please talk to your Site Director for concerns. You are more than welcome to pack snacks or a lunch if you are concerned about the meals / snacks being provided.

Our locations are peanut free!

CAN I SEND MY CHILD'S MEDICATION WITH THEM TO CAMP?

Yes, you will just need to fill out a medication form with staff at drop off.

REGISTRATION, PAYMENT, & PAPERWORK

HOW DO I REGISTER?

To register for the program, CLICK HERE!

In order to register, you will need to have a YMCA account FIRST. If you do not have a YMCA account, you can create one HERE!

If you need any help registering or creating your account, feel free to contact our Welcome Desk staff at (801) 466-6299 (call or text - we speak Spanish), welcomedesk@ymcautah.org, or submit a form request HERE!

DO I NEED TO PAY UPFRONT?

The deposit is $25 per camper per week and the remaining balance is due the Monday prior to your camp week. This includes those applying for financial assistance. Deposits are non-refundable.

IS THE $25 DEPOSIT FOR EACH WEEK OR ALL WEEKS?

The $25 deposit is for EACH week. One week of Summer Day Camp has one $25 deposit. If you register for 10 weeks of summer camp, the total for the deposits is going to be $250. All deposits are non-refundable and are due at the time of registration. Deposits are there to hold your spot and are subtracted from your final total!

HOW DO I CANCEL A WEEK OF CAMP?

If you need to withdraw your kiddo for whatever reason, you can do so at any given time. If you want a full refund, you will need to cancel by the Wednesday prior. If you decide to cancel the day of, or any day after, you will not be refunded but can still withdraw your child from the program.

If you need to change a week, you can also do so as long as it is by the Wednesday prior. You are able to transfer your deposit from one week to another ONLY if this is done 5 days in advance.

WHAT FORMS OF PAYMENT ARE ACCEPTED?

Auto draft from your bank account or credit/debit card is the preferred method of payment. However, in special circumstances, the YMCA accepts checks or money orders. Cash is accepted if it is delivered to the YMCA office during business hours.

WHEN IS THE FINAL PAYMENT DUE?

Full payment is due the Monday before your child's camp session. Failure to submit payment by the deadline could result in your child not attending.

DO I NEED TO REGISTER MY CAMPER FOR ALL WEEKS?

No, you are not required to sign up for all weeks of summer camp. You can sign up for as many weeks as you need.

ARE SPACES IN SUMMER DAY CAMP LIMITED? DO YOU HAVE A WAITING LIST?

In order to best serve our campers, we have a set number of spaces available for Summer Day Camp Programs. If the specific week of camp you are registering for is full, we will add you to the waiting list. You will be notified if a space becomes available.

CAN WE REGISTER FOR CERTAIN DAYS OR JUST THE FULL WEEK?

Our camp is a weekly camp. Unfortunately, we are unable to prorate based on days needed. We are able to register you for the whole week, but you are able to come all 5 days or just the days needed.

IF I PICK MY CAMPER UP EARLY, DO I STILL HAVE TO PAY FULL-PRICE?

Yes, you do. We charge weekly, not daily. Which means no matter what time you drop off or pick up, our rates remain the same.

FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE

DO YOU OFFER FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE? HOW DOES THAT WORK?

Yes. The YMCA believes that all children deserve the opportunity to attend camp. For more information about financial assistance, click HERE.

WHAT IS FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE?

The YMCA strives to serve all people regardless of ability to pay. Financial assistance provides the opportunity for kids to attend camp who otherwise might not be able to due to financial limitations.

WHO IS ELIGIBLE TO RECEIVE FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE?

Everyone is eligible for financial assistance. All families are required to apply for DWS Childcare Assistance before receiving YMCA Financial Assistance. If you are ineligible for DWS Childcare Assistance, we will proceed with YMCA Financial Assistance.

WHAT IF MY FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE IS NOT ENOUGH?

Funds have been made available to the YMCA for those requiring additional assistance through our generous community donors. If your approved financial assistance rate isn't enough, we will proceed with communicating with the proper director to seek additional assistance.

DO I NEED TO RE-APPLY FOR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE IF I AM ALREADY RECEIVING IT FOR A SCHOOL YEAR PROGRAM?

Yes, all families seeking financial assistance for Summer Day Camp are required to re-apply for DWS Childcare Assistance before receiving YMCA financial assistance.

HOW CAN I HELP SUPPORT CAMPERS AT THE Y?

We are beyond grateful to the members of our community who have recognized the challenges that some families are facing during this difficult time. For those that are able and interested, please make a gift online. THANK YOU for your support of children and families during these uncertain times.

PROGRAMMING

DO I HAVE TO DROP-OFF MY CAMPER RIGHT AT 7:30 AM AND PICK-UP RIGHT AT 6:00 PM?

No, you may drop off as early as 7:30 AM and pick up as late as 6:00 PM, but campers are not required to be here the full day. If it is a field trip day, please drop your child off no later than 9:00 AM. Please note: activities at camp usually start around 9:00 AM. Bringing your child later than 9:00 AM may affect how many activities your child participates in.

Preschool Day Camp activities will generally run from 8:00 to 4:00 PM, however families are welcome to come earlier or stay later if the care is needed outside of the standard activity time.

Every Friday, at all locations, parents are welcome to join our Closing Circle at 3:30 PM to watch their camper(s) perform a group camp song or skit!

WHAT KIND OF ACTIVITIES WILL MY CAMPER PARTICIPATE IN?

Traditional Camp includes arts 'n' crafts, group games, character development, weekly swimming, off-site or on-site field trips, and/or special guests! Kids are divided into groups based on their ages but come together daily for opening and closing assemblies that center around camp songs, skits, camper-of-the-week awards, and so much more!

WHAT SHOULD MY CHILD BRING TO CAMP?

Most campers bring a backpack or bag to camp that contains the following items:

Closed-toe shoes that attach to the foot (please no sandals, crocs, or shoes with heels)
Water bottle(s)
Change of clothes
Sunscreen
Swimsuits and a towel on swim days
Wear their camper shirt on field trip days!
Campers should wear OLD CLOTHES to camp. We like to get messy!

ALL items brought from home should be labelled with first and last name.

WHAT MY CAMPER SHOULD NOT BRING?

Electronics of any kind, toys, and trading cards.

WHAT KIND OF MEALS SHOULD I PACK (PARK CITY & DAVIS DAY CAMP)?

You should pack meals and snacks that are shelf stable and can be stored in a lunch box. Campers will not have access to refrigeration or microwaves while they camp.

CAN CHILDREN WITH DISABILITIES PARTICIPATE?

Any and all children are welcome to our camps. If your child has any disabilities, we will need to know their registration information when you register them online or over the phone. That way, when the counselors review their registration information, they can work with your kiddo as much as they are able to. Disclaimer though - we do not have enough staff fit for 1:1, regardless of if your child has high functioning disabilities or not. You are more than welcome to come to camp and try it out. If it is something that does not work for your child, we can definitely withdraw and refund! You can also speak with a counselor about how the program can work for your child.

ARE BREAKFAST & LUNCH PROVIDED?

Breakfast and lunch being served does depend on each location. Please see details below:

Davis Day Camp – No meals will be provided. Please make sure to pack your child a breakfast, lunch, and snack for the day.
Park City Day Camp - No meals will be provided. Please make sure to pack your child a breakfast, lunch, and snack for the day.

Ogden Day Camp Locations (Polk & YMCA Community Family Center in Ogden) - Breakfast, lunch, and snack all included.
Taylorsville Day Camp - Morning and afternoon snack, and lunch are included.

CAN I BE A PARENT CHAPERONE ON A FIELD TRIP?

If you would like to chaperone, you must complete the required volunteer training & background check. To get started on this process, contact Support at support@ymcautah.org. This must be completed at least one week before the field trip.

CAN I DROP-OFF & PICK-UP AT THE FIELD TRIP SITE?

Due to safety concerns we do not allow children to be picked up while on a field trip.

CAN I VOLUNTEER FOR THE PROGRAM? IF SO, DOES IT HAVE TO BE FOR THE FULL WEEK?

Yes, you are able to volunteer with us! You do not have to volunteer for the full week. If you are interested in volunteering for Summer Day Camp, please follow the steps to register HERE.

IF MY CHILD DOESN'T WANT TO, OR CAN'T, SWIM - ARE THERE ALTERNATIVES TO THAT?

Yes, there are alternatives. There will be other activities available near the pool.

Campers are tested prior to swimming; if a camper does not successfully pass the test, we will provide PFDs (personal flotation devices) for their use.

Preschool Camp does not swim, but we have weekly water fun days outside on the lawn.

WHY YMCA CAMP IS THE BEST CHOICE FOR YOUR CHILD'S SUMMER!

We know how important your child’s summer experience is to you, and at the Y, we make it our top priority to deliver more than just fun. Our camps are designed to inspire confidence, curiosity, and friendship every single day, helping campers develop character and make memories that last. Each day brings opportunities to try new things, tackle exciting challenges, and connect with other kids in a safe, engaging environment.

With age-specific activities tailored to each developmental stage, every camper can dive into what interests them most. Through the Y Difference—a values-driven approach that blends fun with character-building, inclusivity, and community—the YMCA is dedicated to making every child’s summer unforgettable. With our commitment to accessibility, we proudly offer financial assistance and accept DWS funding, ensuring that all families have the opportunity to experience a truly enriching camp experience.