MAHACKENO SUMMER CAMP
YMCA Camp Mahackeno is a traditional summer day camp that allows campers to experience a wide range of summer fun. Our program creates an environment where campers build lasting friendships. Campers are encouraged to grow and learn about themselves and others while under the care of our wonderful, caring and highly trained counselors and staff.
AGES: 5*-15
MON – FRI | 8:30AM-3:00PM
*or entering Kindergarten in Fall 2023
MAHACKENO THEME WEEKS*
JUNGLE SAFARI
Lions tigers bears oh my! From furry friends to creepy crawlers. Get ready for an animal adventure.
HOLIDAYS IN JULY
Tis the season to celebrate the holidays. Celebrate a different holiday every day, go trunk or treating and dance the Irish jig!
SPORTS SPECTACULAR
Hustle and heart. It’s all about team work and sportsmanship. Wear your favorite team’s jersey!
SUPERHEROES & PRINCESSES
Calling all super heroes and princesses! Join forces to enhance our super abilities. Be sure to bring your cape and wand to practice your flying.
COLOR WARS
Team work makes the dream work! A camp favorite, join our annual Y Color War Games.
TIME TRAVELERS
Let’s flash back to different decades. Bring your 70’s flower power or 80’s fashion and big hair.
AROUND THE WORLD
Around the world we go to travel to far off countries and have fun with our international Olympic Games.
SPLASHTOPIA
Beat the heat with water games galore; slip and slide, water balloon toss, inflatable water slide.
UNDER THE BIG TOP
Come one come all! Step right up join us for a week of fun smiles prizes and a camp wide carnival.
*These are examples of Mahackeno Theme Weeks. Actual themes may change. Please reference 2024 Mahackeno Camp Guide upon release.
CAMP MAHACKENO EXENDED CARE
FOR MAHACKENO CAMPERS ONLY | AGES: 5-15
PRE CAMP CARE
MON – FRI | 7:30AM-8:30AM
Pre Camp Care is available for families who need to drop off their camper before the 8:30AM-9:00AM drop off window. Campers enjoy table games and activities including cards, board games, coloring and drawing to name a few. Pre Care takes place in the tent adjacent to the main YMCA drop off loop.
POST CAMP CARE
MON – FRI | 4:00PM-6:00PM
Extra camp is extra fun! Post Camp Care runs from the end of camp until 6:00PM. Campers have the option to enjoy extra splash pad, slides, sports, gaga and bouldering time. Pickup for Post Camp Care is available from when camp is dismissed until 5:45PM each day, after which children can be picked up at the tent adjacent to the main YMCA pickup loop until 6:00PM.
PRE & POST CAMP CARE
MON – FRI | 7:30AM-8:30AM & 4:00PM-6:00PM
For Mahackeno families who need pre & post care on camp days
CAMP STORE
A Camp store allowance is included in the cost of camp. Each day during snack time, campers will have an opportunity to order small snacks.
SAMPLE SNACK ITEMS:
Annie’s Graham Bunnies,
Annie’s Cheddar Bunnies,
GoGurts, Nutrigrain bars.
Popsicles on Fridays.
WHAT TO PACK FOR MAHACKENO
• Towels
• One piece-bathing suit. (Tankini – top and bottom must touch)
• Sun Block
• Bug Spray
• Weather appropriate clothing & closed toe shoes
• Water bottle
• Nut-free lunch & nut-free snack
PARENT HANDBOOK
To ensure you and your camper are best prepared for camp, please read our Camp Parent Handbook, where you’ll find information on How to Register, Policies & Procedures, Makeups & Refunds, and more. Together we can make this the best summer ever!