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Discovery Camp

Discovery Camp

Discovery Camp Spark

Discovery Spark provides younger school-aged children, entering grades 1 and 2, the opportunity to learn about themselves and discover the world around them. Campers build meaningful relationships, develop new skills, and experience new things in a safe, supportive, fun environment. Campers will gain confidence through hands-on activities in STEAM, Literacy, Physical Activity, and Social Emotional Skill-Building. Discover a world of fun, excitement, activities, and friendship!

 

Discovery Camp Quest

Discovery Quest is designed to engage older school-aged children, entering grades 3 through 6, in a safe, supportive, and interactive environment, with opportunities to learn and lead. Campers explore their creativity while developing their social skills through collaborative activities in STEAM, Literacy, Outdoor and Active play, and 21st Century Skill-Building. Your camper will make new friends and develop skills with enthusiastic Y staff in a small group setting.

Registration for all YMCA of Snohomish County Day Camps will open in March:

March 1: Priority Registration opens for participants (and their siblings) who were enrolled in 2023 Summer Camp, and for those who are currently enrolled in School-Age Care or at Heatherwood ECE. 
March 15: Registration opens to all

Frequently Asked Questions

Learn more about Discovery Camp by expanding a question below.

What themes are offered at Discovery Camp?

Game On! – Jump right in as we take part in team sports! We will work hard to show the power of teamwork to make some goals and score some points!

Art of Eat – Mix, bake, chop, and stir your way through each dish. Our hands-on tummy-filling week is sure to leave you full.

Building Bonds – Whether it is our new friends or our community, we will work together to better our bonds and strengthen our understanding of what is around us.

ColLaboratory – Flex those brain muscles with science, technology, engineering, art, and math! You won’t believe what you can do with a little know-how!

Wild Kingdom – If you love animals, this week is for you! Join the adventure as we discover and learn about different creatures in our animal kingdom.

Summer Splash – Keep cool with a week of water adventures guaranteed to make each day wet and wild!

Y Olympics – Grab your passport and learn about different countries and cultures through games, music, and crafts during this week of new experiences.

At Light Speed – Rockets, planets, aliens and more await your child during a week in outer space! We will shoot for the stars as space explorers.

A Hero Like You – Unlock your superpowers during this adventure-filled week. Discover the hero in you through challenges, adventures, and good deeds. Grab your mask and capes as we launch ourselves into fun and games!

Mystery Week – Think fast! Be on top of your wits, put on a party hat, and prepare yourself for the unexpected.

How do I register for Day Camps?

Registration for all YMCA of Snohomish County Day Camps will open in March:

March 1: Priority Registration opens for participants (and their siblings) who were enrolled in 2023 Summer Camp, and for those who are currently enrolled in School-Age Care or at Heatherwood ECE. 
March 15: Registration opens to all


To begin your registration for Day Camp, follow these steps:

  1. Scroll down to view the locations where this Camp is offered. Select a location.
  2. Review the “Camp Information” section to ensure this camp fits your needs.
  3. Review the “Available Sessions” section. Select each week of Camp you wish to register for.
  4. Press “Registered Selected.”
  5. Follow the prompts to login to your Y account.
  6. Select the child you are registering for Camp and complete all required Program Questions.
  7. Complete all required waivers.
  8. Next, the system will prompt you to review your selections and complete payment.
  9. Confirm your selections and complete your payment. Or, to complete additional registrations, add your selection to your cart.
When is payment for Day Camp due?

A $15 deposit is due at the time of registration for each week of Summer Camp.

Your final payment is due the Monday two weeks prior to the start of your camper’s scheduled session. If payment is not received by the due date, your reservation and deposit for that session will be forfeited and a “waitlisted” child will be notified of the available space. For your convenience, our system will prompt you to schedule future payments automatically at the time of registration.

For cancellations or transfers, we require written notice 15 days prior to the start of your camper’s session. Refunds will be given as a YMCA credit when applicable based on the schedule below. Deposits are non-refundable but can be transferred and applied to other YMCA programs.

Refund Requested 15 or More Days Prior to Camp:  Deposit Can Be Transferred to Other Camps / 100% of any additional payments issued as account credit
Refund Requested 14 or Less Days Prior to Camp:  Deposit is Forfeited / 0% of Fee Issued as account credit

What if I want to change/cancel my camp?

For cancellations or transfers, we require written notice on a camp change form. The camp change form can be found at: Day Camp Change Form.

Refunds will be given as a YMCA credit when applicable based on the schedule below. Deposits are non-refundable but can be transferred and applied to other YMCA programs.

Refund Requested 15 or More Days Prior to Camp:  Deposit Can Be Transferred to Other Camps / 100% of any additional payments issued as account credit
Refund Requested 14 or Less Days Prior to Camp:  Deposit is Forfeited / 0% of Fee Issued as account credit

Is financial assistance available at this camp?

Yes! Scholarship options are available to ensure everyone has an opportunity to experience the Y. To learn more, we invite you to submit an Access for All Worksheet online or at the Y.

Does this program accept state subsidy for child care?

Yes, state subsidy for child care is accepted for all Discovery Camp locations.

Do I have to be a YMCA member to register?

No, you do not have to be a YMCA member to register for Summer Camp. However, Y members save an average of $40-60 per week on Camp. To explore Y membership options, visit this page.

When registering for Camp online, you may be prompted to select a membership type. To register for Camp without joining as a Y member, select the membership type, “Non-Member.” This membership type will add no cost to your purchase.

Locations

Expand a location below to view more information and start your registration. Campers must be picked up and dropped off at the location where they are registered to attend. Camp dates and locations subject to change based on school calendars and site availability.