YMCA of Greater Hartford

Summer Day Camp

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Our overnight campers travel great distances from all over the world to enjoy the adventure, fun, and activities that Camp Jewell YMCA has to offer... you could practically walk here!


Our Day Camp Program, for children entering grades K-8, focuses on building confidence, strong character, and positive relationships within our safe, fun, and caring environment. Our highly trained staff supervise campers at an impressive 1 staff member for every 3 children. Day Camp is a great way for youth to enjoy the facilities, programs and special spirit at Camp Jewell. Our Day Camp program is licensed by the State of Connecticut, and accredited by the American Camping Association.

Camp Jewell has the ability to provide day campers with activities and excitement that only a world class resident camp and year-round outdoor center can offer.  See activity pictures! 

  • Our campers enjoy a beautiful wooded 540 acre site, complete with a private lake, archery range, horse ranch, candle making studio and ropes course.  See facility pictures! 
  • Campers have the opportunity to enjoy an international experience with over 30 staff we hire from all over the world.
  • Our activity offerings are very diverse and exciting! Horseback riding, kayaking, and outdoor cooking are just a few examples of summer fun.
  • Thursday overnights for campers ages 8 and up with dinner and breakfast included at no additional cost.
  • Special events and themes (such as funky Thursdays) are held weekly. 
A Typical Camp Day

7:30am      Pre-camp arrive(breakfast provided)
9:00am      Arrive/check-in and divide into age groups
9:10am      Clinic period 1 (such as archery, canoeing or arts/crafts)
10:10am    Clinic period 2 (such as basketball, volleyball or outdoor skills)
11:10am    Clinic period 3 (such as fishing, climbing or outdoor cooking)
12:15pm    Lunch (provided)
1:00pm      Swimming
2:00pm      All camp events/games
3:45pm      Reflection
4:00pm      Depart/check-out/post-camp (snack provided)
5:30pm      Post-camp depart

Day Camp Themes 2010

Session A - Wild Wild West
- Yee-Haw campers! Saddle up and roll into camp for some good ol’ western style fun!

Session B - Outer Space –
Prepare to go where no Day Camper has ever gone before! Houston we have a problem – too much fun to fit into 5 days!

Session C - Rumble in the Jungle
– Get ready to explore deep into the Rainforest of Colebrook and search for the wonderful wildlife it contains!

Session D - CIT Surprise Theme
Expect the unexpected, let our Counselors In Training surprise you with fun and excitement galore!

Session E - Camp Jewell Investigates
– There is no mystery too complex for a Day Camper to solve, although it may take all week to get to the bottom of it!

Session F - Circus Week
– Come one, come all, see the greatest show this side of Norfolk! Let the Ringmaster lead you through a week of Big Top fun!

Session G - Robin Hood
– Calling all Robin Hoods and Maid Marians. The Sheriff of Jewell is taking all of the fun and it is time for Day Camp to take it back!

Session H - CIT Surprise Theme
– Round two of our Counselor In Training lead surprise week. Lets finish the Summer with a bang!

Session I - Just added!  The theme is: "We are going to surprise you!"

Registration Information

Fees (per week):
$175     9:00am-4:00pm, lunch and snack provided
$12       Pre-Camp care (optional; 7:30-9:00am, breakfast provided)
$12       Post-Camp care (optional; 4:00-5:30pm, snack provided)
$75       Horsemanship Clinic (4 -1 hour lessons that are optional, no experience necessary)

Session A      June 28-July 2
Session B      July 5-9
Session C      July 12-16
Session D      July 19-23
Session E      July 26-July 30
Session F      August 2-6
Session G     August 9-13
Session H     August 16-20
Session I       August 23-27   JUST ADDED!!!

Click here to register online
Click here to download a printable registration form

Click here for a camper health history form (required to attend camp)
Click here for additional downloads and information

Open House 2010
Trying to decide if Camp Jewell is right for your child? Is this your child’s first experience at a summer camp? To ease any concerns that you or your child might have, Camp Jewell hosts an open house at camp twice during the year. At our open house you can ask staff questions, tour the facility, view the summer menu, and watch a slideshow presentation. A few activity areas are also open for fun! Reservations are not required.

Sunday, February 14th, 2 to 4pm
Sunday, April 18th, 2 to 4pm

For additional information, please contact James Waller, Day Camp Director, at 1-888-412-2267 or james.waller@ghymca.org