Discovery Day Camp Participant Guide
Find everything you need to know about Discovery Day Camp at the Y this summer.
Find everything you need to know about Discovery Day Camp at the Y this summer.
Welcome to YMCA summer day camp, where kids activate their sense of adventure and expand the limits of their imagination. Every day is an opportunity for campers to make new friends and explore the endless possibilities for fun. When kids find new passions, they find their Y.
Here, you will find information to help make the most of your child's camp experience. Be sure to check out all the helpful hints and important information below and in our downloadable 2024 Day Camp Family Guide.
We know planning for camp can be challenging so we have provided a handy list of essential items to bring (and what not to bring) to make it easier for families!
A healthy lunch is key to keeping campers energized throughout the day so we have provided some recommended foods to pack for lunch. Plus, the snacks are on us!
Don't wait to download our 2024 Day Camp Family Guide to learn everything there is to know about how your camper will spend their days at summer day camp.
Have more questions or a special request for your little camper? Our camp leadership and registration teams are here for you. Send us an email today!
Choose your camp location button to find details including drop-off instructions, camp supervisor contact information, and weekly schedules.
Camp schedules and activities are subject to change.
Address
1301 E Yesler Way, Seattle
Hours
9:00 am - 4:00 pm with extended camp included from 7:30 am - 5:30 pm
Drop-Off and Pick-Up
Enter the school's east parking lot via E Yesler Way and 14th Avenue S and use the east entrance. Please do not use the main entrance of the school.
Phone
(206) 718-5705
Camp Supervisor
Ta'Ja Burkett
This week's theme is Cool Waters Fun. Get ready to beat the heat with a splashing good time! Dive into a week of water fun, from balloon tosses to cooling off by the water's edge.
Tuesday
Field Trip to the Hatchery
Friday is Spirit Day
Get ready to channel your inner hippie and embrace the groovy vibes of Tie Dye Day! Wear anything tie dye from your closet or grab a plain white t-shirt or any other garment, and let your creativity run wild with colorful dyes and funky patterns. From spirals to stripes, the possibilities are endless.
This week's theme is Mystery Mayhem. From fending off pirates to exploring magical castles, each day at Discovery Camp brings a new mystery to solve, ensuring you are kept on your toes.
Tuesday
Field Trip to Mathews Beach
There is no camp on Thursday or Friday.
Camp schedules and activities are subject to change.
Address
21603 84th Avenue W, Edmonds
Hours
9:00 am - 4:00 pm with extended camp included from 7:30 am - 5:30 pm
Drop-off and Pick-up
Please park and follow the YMCA signs to our commons room.
Phone
(206) 503-7449
Camp Supervisor
Crystal Michelle-Gonzalez
This week's theme is Cool Waters Fun. Get ready to beat the heat with a splashing good time! Dive into a week of water fun, from balloon tosses to cooling off by the water's edge.
Tuesday
Field Trip to the Seattle Aquarium
Thursday
Field Trip to the Hatchery
Friday is Spirit Day
Get ready to channel your inner hippie and embrace the groovy vibes of Tie Dye Day! Wear anything tie dye from your closet or grab a plain white t-shirt or any other garment, and let your creativity run wild with colorful dyes and funky patterns. From spirals to stripes, the possibilities are endless.
This week's theme is Mystery Mayhem. From fending off pirates to exploring magical castles, each day at Discovery Camp brings a new mystery to solve, ensuring you are kept on your toes.
Tuesday
Field Trip to Doris Cooper Beach
There is no camp on Thursday or Friday.
Camp schedules and activities are subject to change.
Address
723 S Concord Street, Seattle
Hours
9:00 am - 4:00 pm with extended camp included from 7:30 am - 5:30 pm
Drop-off and Pick-up
Find us at the entrance on Concord Street.
Phone
(206) 640-7620
Camp Supervisor
Anthony Serrano
This week's theme is Cool Waters Fun. Get ready to beat the heat with a splashing good time! Dive into a week of water fun, from balloon tosses to cooling off by the water's edge.
Tuesday
Field Trip to Angle Lake Park
Thursday
Field Trip to the Hatchery
Friday is Spirit Day
Get ready to channel your inner hippie and embrace the groovy vibes of Tie Dye Day! Wear anything tie dye from your closet or grab a plain white t-shirt or any other garment, and let your creativity run wild with colorful dyes and funky patterns. From spirals to stripes, the possibilities are endless.
This week's theme is Mystery Mayhem. From fending off pirates to exploring magical castles, each day at Discovery Camp brings a new mystery to solve, ensuring you are kept on your toes.
Tuesday
Field Trip to Highland Spray Park
There is no camp on Thursday or Friday.
Camp schedules and activities are subject to change.
Address
23801 16th Avenue S, Des Moines
Hours
9:00 am - 4:00 pm with extended camp included from 7:30 am - 5:30 pm
Drop-off and Pick-up
Drive down into the bus zone from S 240th Street and follow the YMCA signs to enter through the small playground.
Phone
(253) 204-5751
Camp Supervisor
Alexa Kokosz
This week's theme is Cool Waters Fun. Get ready to beat the heat with a splashing good time! Dive into a week of water fun, from balloon tosses to cooling off by the water's edge.
Wednesday
Field Trip to the Hatchery
Thursday is Spirit Day
Get ready to channel your inner hippie and embrace the groovy vibes of Tie Dye Day! Wear anything tie dye from your closet or grab a plain white t-shirt or any other garment, and let your creativity run wild with colorful dyes and funky patterns. From spirals to stripes, the possibilities are endless.
This week's theme is Mystery Mayhem. From fending off pirates to exploring magical castles, each day at Discovery Camp brings a new mystery to solve, ensuring you are kept on your toes.
Wednesday
Field Trip to Norpoint Spray Park
There is no camp on Thursday or Friday.
Camp schedules and activities are subject to change.
Address
19345 Wallingford Avenue N, Shoreline
Hours
9:00 am - 4:00 pm with extended camp included from 7:30 am - 5:30 pm
Drop-off and Pick-up
From Ashworth Avenue N, enter the parking lot. Park here, then walk through the gate to the building on the right.
Phone
(206) 830-0135
District Director
Lori Bendix
This week's theme is Cool Waters Fun. Get ready to beat the heat with a splashing good time! Dive into a week of water fun, from balloon tosses to cooling off by the water's edge.
Tuesday
Field Trip to the Woodland Park Zoo
Friday is Spirit Day
Get ready to channel your inner hippie and embrace the groovy vibes of Tie Dye Day! Wear anything tie dye from your closet or grab a plain white t-shirt or any other garment, and let your creativity run wild with colorful dyes and funky patterns. From spirals to stripes, the possibilities are endless.
Camp schedules and activities are subject to change.
Address
16600 148th Avenue SE, Renton
Hours
9:00 am - 4:00 pm with extended camp included from 7:30 am - 5:30 pm
Drop-off and Pick-up
Please park in the lower lot labeled 'Staff Only.' Find us at the side door on the left side of the building before reaching the main office. Follow the YMCA signs.
Phone
(253) 569-5940
Camp Supervisor
Alex Sante
This week's theme is Cool Waters Fun. Get ready to beat the heat with a splashing good time! Dive into a week of water fun, from balloon tosses to cooling off by the water's edge.
Thursday
Field Trip to Lake Meridian
Sprit Day - Get ready to channel your inner hippie and embrace the groovy vibes of Tie Dye Day! Wear anything tie dye from your closet or grab a plain white t-shirt or any other garment, and let your creativity run wild with colorful dyes and funky patterns. From spirals to stripes, the possibilities are endless.
Camp schedules and activities are subject to change.
Address
18500 37th Avenue NE, Lake Forest Park
Hours
9:00 am - 4:00 pm with extended camp included from 7:30 am - 5:30 pm
Drop-off and Pick-up
Please follow the YMCA signs to our classrooms.
Phone
(206) 816-0532
District Director
Lori Bendix
This week's theme is Cool Waters Fun. Get ready to beat the heat with a splashing good time! Dive into a week of water fun, from balloon tosses to cooling off by the water's edge.
Tuesday
Field Trip to West Green Lake
Friday is Spirit Day
Get ready to channel your inner hippie and embrace the groovy vibes of Tie Dye Day! Wear anything tie dye from your closet or grab a plain white t-shirt or any other garment, and let your creativity run wild with colorful dyes and funky patterns. From spirals to stripes, the possibilities are endless.
Camp schedules and activities are subject to change.
Address
5950 Delridge Way SW, Seattle
Hours
9:00 am - 4:00 pm with extended camp included from 7:30 am - 5:30 pm
Drop-off and Pick-up
Find us at the classroom doors on Juneau Street.
Phone
(206) 718-7151
Camp Supervisor
Robert Espinosa
This week's theme is Cool Waters Fun. Get ready to beat the heat with a splashing good time! Dive into a week of water fun, from balloon tosses to cooling off by the water's edge.
Thursday is Spirit Day
Get ready to channel your inner hippie and embrace the groovy vibes of Tie Dye Day! Wear anything tie dye from your closet or grab a plain white t-shirt or any other garment, and let your creativity run wild with colorful dyes and funky patterns. From spirals to stripes, the possibilities are endless.
Friday
Field Trip to the Hatchery
This week's theme is Mystery Mayhem. From fending off pirates to exploring magical castles, each day at Discovery Camp brings a new mystery to solve, ensuring you are kept on your toes.
Wednesday
Field Trip to Madison Beach
There is no camp on Thursday or Friday.
Camp schedules and activities are subject to change.
Address
17001 NE 104th Street, Redmond
Hours
9:00 am - 4:00 pm with extended camp included from 7:30 am - 5:30 pm
Drop-off and Pick-up
Park in the main lot in front of the school. Find us just to the left of the main school entrance.
Phone
(425) 760-6347
Camp Supervisor
Celine Mehaffey
This week's theme is Cool Waters Fun. Get ready to beat the heat with a splashing good time! Dive into a week of water fun, from balloon tosses to cooling off by the water's edge.
Wednesday
Field Trip to Monster Golf
Thursday is Spirit Day
Get ready to channel your inner hippie and embrace the groovy vibes of Tie Dye Day! Wear anything tie dye from your closet or grab a plain white t-shirt or any other garment, and let your creativity run wild with colorful dyes and funky patterns. From spirals to stripes, the possibilities are endless.
Camp schedules and activities are subject to change.
Address
1725 216th Avenue NE, Sammamish
Hours
9:00 am - 4:00 pm with extended camp included from 7:30 am - 5:30 pm
Drop-off and Pick-up
At the front of the school, at the far right doors, use the YMCA doorbell to buzz in.
Phone
(206) 773-6839
Camp Supervisor
Brandon Whitney
This week's theme is Cool Waters Fun. Get ready to beat the heat with a splashing good time! Dive into a week of water fun, from balloon tosses to cooling off by the water's edge.
Thursday is Spirit Day
Get ready to channel your inner hippie and embrace the groovy vibes of Tie Dye Day! Wear anything tie dye from your closet or grab a plain white t-shirt or any other garment, and let your creativity run wild with colorful dyes and funky patterns. From spirals to stripes, the possibilities are endless.
Friday
Field Trip to the Hatchery
Camp schedules and activities are subject to change.
Address
410 H Street NE, Auburn
Hours
9:00 am - 4:00 pm with extended camp included from 7:30 am - 5:30 pm
Drop-off and Pick-up
Use the parking lot located on the west side of the building. Enter through the double doors labeled with YMCA signs.
Phone
(206) 947-8803
Camp Supervisor
Keysla Serrano
This week's theme is Cool Waters Fun. Get ready to beat the heat with a splashing good time! Dive into a week of water fun, from balloon tosses to cooling off by the water's edge.
Wednesday is Spirit Day
Get ready to channel your inner hippie and embrace the groovy vibes of Tie Dye Day! Wear anything tie dye from your closet or grab a plain white t-shirt or any other garment, and let your creativity run wild with colorful dyes and funky patterns. From spirals to stripes, the possibilities are endless.
Thursday
Field Trip to Kent Bowl
Friday
Field Trip to Titlow Spray Park
This week's theme is Mystery Mayhem. From fending off pirates to exploring magical castles, each day at Discovery Camp brings a new mystery to solve, ensuring you are kept on your toes.
There is no camp on Thursday or Friday.
Camp schedules and activities are subject to change.
Address
19835 8th Avenue S, Des Moines
Hours
9:00 am - 4:00 pm with extended camp included from 7:30 am - 5:30 pm
Drop-off and Pick-up
Find us in the cafeteria near the front office. Ring the doorbell to be let into the school.
Phone
(206) 856-2072
Camp Supervisor
Angelina Dang
This week's theme is Cool Waters Fun. Get ready to beat the heat with a splashing good time! Dive into a week of water fun, from balloon tosses to cooling off by the water's edge.
Tuesday
Field Trip to Madison Beach
Thursday
Field Trip to Kent Bowl
Friday is Spirit Day
Get ready to channel your inner hippie and embrace the groovy vibes of Tie Dye Day! Wear anything tie dye from your closet or grab a plain white t-shirt or any other garment, and let your creativity run wild with colorful dyes and funky patterns. From spirals to stripes, the possibilities are endless.
This week's theme is Mystery Mayhem. From fending off pirates to exploring magical castles, each day at Discovery Camp brings a new mystery to solve, ensuring you are kept on your toes.
Tuesday
Field Trip to Crossroads Spray Park
There is no camp on Thursday or Friday.
Camp schedules and activities are subject to change.
Address
7740 34th Avenue SW, Seattle
Hours
9:00 am - 4:00 pm with extended camp included from 7:30 am - 5:30 pm
Drop-off and Pick-up
Find us near the portable parking lot on 34th Street.
Phone
(206) 887-3220
Camp Supervisor
RaJanay Steele
This week's theme is Cool Waters Fun. Get ready to beat the heat with a splashing good time! Dive into a week of water fun, from balloon tosses to cooling off by the water's edge.
Thursday is Spirit Day
Get ready to channel your inner hippie and embrace the groovy vibes of Tie Dye Day! Wear anything tie dye from your closet or grab a plain white t-shirt or any other garment, and let your creativity run wild with colorful dyes and funky patterns. From spirals to stripes, the possibilities are endless.
Friday
Field Trip to the Hatchery
This week's theme is Mystery Mayhem. From fending off pirates to exploring magical castles, each day at Discovery Camp brings a new mystery to solve, ensuring you are kept on your toes.
Wednesday
Field Trip to Mathews Beach
There is no camp on Thursday and Friday.
Camp schedules and activities are subject to change.
Address
6101 152nd Avenue NE, Redmond
Hours
9:00 am - 4:00 pm with extended camp included from 7:30 am - 5:30 pm
Drop-off and Pick-up
Look for the YMCA signs. Enter the school by the main office, then turn left. With the bathrooms on your left, our program is through the gym and cafeteria doors in front of you
Phone
(206) 498-2795
Camp Supervisor
Sarah Hinchman
This week's theme is Cool Waters Fun. Get ready to beat the heat with a splashing good time! Dive into a week of water fun, from balloon tosses to cooling off by the water's edge.
Tuesday
Field Trip to the Hatchery
Friday is Spirit Day
Get ready to channel your inner hippie and embrace the groovy vibes of Tie Dye Day! Wear anything tie dye from your closet or grab a plain white t-shirt or any other garment, and let your creativity run wild with colorful dyes and funky patterns. From spirals to stripes, the possibilities are endless.
Camp schedules and activities are subject to change.
Address
6208 60th Avenue NE, Seattle
Hours
9:00 am - 4:00 pm with extended camp included from 7:30 am - 5:30 pm
Drop-off and Pick-up
Enter through the gate to the playground, located just north of the school entrance on 60th Avenue NE.
Phone
(206) 775-9047
Camp Supervisor
Natalie Keene
This week's theme is Cool Waters Fun. Get ready to beat the heat with a splashing good time! Dive into a week of water fun, from balloon tosses to cooling off by the water's edge.
Tuesday
Field Trip to Monster Golf
Friday is Spirit Day
Get ready to channel your inner hippie and embrace the groovy vibes of Tie Dye Day! Wear anything tie dye from your closet or grab a plain white t-shirt or any other garment, and let your creativity run wild with colorful dyes and funky patterns. From spirals to stripes, the possibilities are endless.
This week's theme is Mystery Mayhem. From fending off pirates to exploring magical castles, each day at Discovery Camp brings a new mystery to solve, ensuring you are kept on your toes.
Tuesday
Field Trip to Chism Beach
There is no camp on Thursday or Friday.
Camp schedules and activities are subject to change.
Address
23305 NE 14th Street, Sammamish
Hours
9:00 am - 4:00 pm with extended camp included from 7:30 am - 5:30 pm
Drop-off and Pick-up
When standing at the front of the school, enter through the gym doors to the right of the main entrance. Look for the YMCA sign.
Phone
(206) 816-0731
Camp Supervisor
Tilia Powell
This week's theme is Cool Waters Fun. Get ready to beat the heat with a splashing good time! Dive into a week of water fun, from balloon tosses to cooling off by the water's edge.
Tuesday
Field Trip to the Hatchery
Thursday
Field Trip to Pine Lake Park
Friday is Spirit Day
Get ready to channel your inner hippie and embrace the groovy vibes of Tie Dye Day! Wear anything tie dye from your closet or grab a plain white t-shirt or any other garment, and let your creativity run wild with colorful dyes and funky patterns. From spirals to stripes, the possibilities are endless.
Camp schedules and activities are subject to change.
Address
35018 SE Ridge Street, Snoqualmie
Hours
9:00 am - 4:00 pm with extended camp included from 7:30 am - 5:30 pm
Drop-off and Pick-up
In the parking lot, look for the two YMCA tents.
Phone
(206) 928-1606
Camp Supervisor
Courtney Chappell
This week's theme is Cool Waters Fun. Get ready to beat the heat with a splashing good time! Dive into a week of water fun, from balloon tosses to cooling off by the water's edge.
Wednesday
Field Trip to the Hatchery
Friday is Spirit Day
Get ready to channel your inner hippie and embrace the groovy vibes of Tie Dye Day! Wear anything tie dye from your closet or grab a plain white t-shirt or any other garment, and let your creativity run wild with colorful dyes and funky patterns. From spirals to stripes, the possibilities are endless.
Camp schedules and activities are subject to change.
Address
22300 132nd Avenue SE, Kent
Hours
9:00 am - 4:00 pm with extended camp included from 7:30 am - 5:30 pm
Drop-off and Pick-up
Please park in the back lot by the portables. Use the side door to the left of the play structure.
Phone
(253) 259-6185
Camp Supervisor
Alex Montiel
This week's theme is Cool Waters Fun. Get ready to beat the heat with a splashing good time! Dive into a week of water fun, from balloon tosses to cooling off by the water's edge.
Thursday
Field Trip to Lake Meridian
Sprit Day - Get ready to channel your inner hippie and embrace the groovy vibes of Tie Dye Day! Wear anything tie dye from your closet or grab a plain white t-shirt or any other garment, and let your creativity run wild with colorful dyes and funky patterns. From spirals to stripes, the possibilities are endless.
Camp schedules and activities are subject to change.
Address
2401 S Irving Street, Seattle
Hours
9:00 am - 4:00 pm with extended camp included from 7:30 am - 5:30 pm
Drop-off and Pick-up
Approach the school via S Irving Street. Follow S Irving Street to the west side of the building, where you will see a road leading toward the playfield and side entrance to the school. As you drive down the road, there is a playground on the right and a garden on the left. Please park along the road and do not block the door of the building.
Phone
(206) 841-1022
Camp Supervisor
Jimmy Welfare
This week's theme is Cool Waters Fun. Get ready to beat the heat with a splashing good time! Dive into a week of water fun, from balloon tosses to cooling off by the water's edge.
Tuesday
Field Trip to Monster Golf
Friday is Spirit Day
Get ready to channel your inner hippie and embrace the groovy vibes of Tie Dye Day! Wear anything tie dye from your closet or grab a plain white t-shirt or any other garment, and let your creativity run wild with colorful dyes and funky patterns. From spirals to stripes, the possibilities are endless.
This week's theme is Mystery Mayhem. From fending off pirates to exploring magical castles, each day at Discovery Camp brings a new mystery to solve, ensuring you are kept on your toes.
Tuesday
Field Trip to Madison Beach
There is no camp on Thursday or Friday.
Camp schedules and activities are subject to change.
Address
16501 NE 195th Street, Woodinville
Hours
9:00 am - 4:00 pm with extended camp included from 7:30 am - 5:30 pm
Drop-off and Pick-up
Please park and follow the YMCA signs to the portable classrooms.
Phone
(206) 816-0710
Camp Supervisor
Paige Patterson
This week's theme is Cool Waters Fun. Get ready to beat the heat with a splashing good time! Dive into a week of water fun, from balloon tosses to cooling off by the water's edge.
Tuesday
Field Trip to Monster Golf
Thursday is Spirit Day
Get ready to channel your inner hippie and embrace the groovy vibes of Tie Dye Day! Wear anything tie dye from your closet or grab a plain white t-shirt or any other garment, and let your creativity run wild with colorful dyes and funky patterns. From spirals to stripes, the possibilities are endless.
This week's theme is Mystery Mayhem. From fending off pirates to exploring magical castles, each day at Discovery Camp brings a new mystery to solve, ensuring you are kept on your toes.
Tuesday
Field Trip to Grass Lawn Park
There is no camp on Thursday or Friday.
Camp schedules and activities are subject to change.
Address
12225 NE 160th Street, Bothell
Hours
9:00 am - 4:00 pm with extended camp included from 7:30 am - 5:30 pm
Drop-off and Pick-up
Find us through the main entrance of Woodmoor Elementary. Follow the YMCA signs down the hall to our classrooms.
Phone
(206) 825-3730
Camp Supervisor
Sophie Wise
This week's theme is Cool Waters Fun. Get ready to beat the heat with a splashing good time! Dive into a week of water fun, from balloon tosses to cooling off by the water's edge.
Tuesday
Field Trip to Grass Lawn Park
Wednesday
Field Trip to the Hatchery
Thursday is Spirit Day
Get ready to channel your inner hippie and embrace the groovy vibes of Tie Dye Day! Wear anything tie dye from your closet or grab a plain white t-shirt or any other garment, and let your creativity run wild with colorful dyes and funky patterns. From spirals to stripes, the possibilities are endless.
This week's theme is Mystery Mayhem. From fending off pirates to exploring magical castles, each day at Discovery Camp brings a new mystery to solve, ensuring you are kept on your toes.
Tuesday
Field Trip to Hazel Miller Spray Park.
There is no camp on Thursday or Friday.
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