At YMCA Camp Potawotami, we focus on the ABCs of Camping - working to increase camper's sense of Accomplishment and Belonging while they learn about positive Character traits and values. Our tools are well-trained staff, carefully planned programs and safe, clean facilities.

Campers gain a sense of accomplishment by trying activities and developing new skills. Making new friends and being a good friend in return helps campers gain a sense of belonging. The Character traits we focus on are Honesty, Caring, Respect, Responsibility. Our unique Wampum Bead program encourages campers to choose a character trait to work on throughout the entire year.

 

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Sample Camp Menu

MEAL SUN MON TUES WED THURS FRI
BREAKFAST - Scrambled Eggs
Toast & Hash Browns
Pancakes & Sausage Cinnamon Rolls
Oatmeal
French Toast Sticks
Sausage
Bagels & Cream Cheese
Coffee Cake
Hard-boiled Eggs
LUNCH - Chicken Nuggets
Macaroni & Cheese
Peas
Tacos
Rice
Fruit Cocktail
Corndogs
French Fries
Mixed vegetables
Hamburgers
Smiley Fries
Mixed vegetables
Grilled Cheese
Tomato Soup
Crackers
DINNER Pizza & Corn
Ice Cream Sundaes
Baked Ham
Au Gratin Potatoes
Mixed Vegetables
Rolls & Cookies
Spagetti & Sauce
Garlic Bread
Brownies
Create-your-own:
Pita Pizza
Vegetable & Fruit
Smore's
Chicken & Noodles
Mashed Potatoes
Carrots
Rolls & Cake
Family Picnic:
Sandwiches
Chips
Fruit cup & fruit snacks

*Milk and water is available every meal, juice is available at breakfast
*There is a cereal bar with fruit and yogurt at every breakfast
*There is a salad bar available at every lunch and dinner
*Peanut-free butter and jelly sandwich making is available at each meal

This sample menu is also available for download.

Sample Daily Schedule Youth Camp

  • 7:45 am Flag Raising
  • 8:00 am Breakfast
  • 8:30 am Chapel
  • 8:45 am Camp Clean Up
  • 9:15 am Activity Skill Class 1
  • 10:15 am Activity Skill Class 2
  • 11:15 am Activity Skill Class 3
  • 12:30 pm Lunch
  • 1:00 pm Siesta
  • 2:00 pm Swimming/Boating
  • 3:00 pm Snack
  • 3:15 pm Cabin Activity
  • 4:15 pm Cabin Activity
  • 5:30 pm Dinner
  • 6:15 pm Flag & Awards
  • 6:30 pm Choice Time
  • 7:30 pm Evening Program
  • 8:30 pm Cabin Game/Bonding Time
  • 9:00 pm Showers/Evening Reflection
  • 9:30 pm Lights Out for 9 years and younger
  • 10:00 pm Lights Out for 10 years and older

* Evening Programs include Campfires, All Camp Games, Cookout or Campout, and Wampum Bead Ceremony. Throughout the summer there will also be theme days and fun-filled special events.