Camp Miehana
San Bernardino Mountains, 240 South Euclid Street, Anaheim, CA 92805
About
Camp Miehana includes activities such as canoeing, hiking, swimming, archery, high and low ropes challenge courses, geology, field games, songs and skits, campfire, teambuilding activities, a personal goal setting program, dances, group team building activities, friendly cabin vs. cabin competitions, YMCA Character Development, and the Ragger Program. Campers are organized with similar age peers in groups of 8–10, with an adult volunteer counselor assigned to each cabin, and cabin leaders stay in the cabin with their campers and lead group and cabin activities. The program includes daily morning inspiration and nightly discussions centered around a weekly theme, as well as nightly campfires with skits, songs, reflection, and laughs.
• Ages: 8–16 years old
• Schedule: Camp Miehana runs July 5–11, 2025, and July 5–11, 2026.
Camp Miehana is part of the Anaheim Family YMCA, which has a 110-year history. The Anaheim Family YMCA states its mission as: “TO PUT CHRISTIAN PRINCIPLES INTO PRACTICE THROUGH PROGRAMS THAT BUILD HEALTHY SPIRIT, MIND AND BODY FOR ALL.” YMCA resident camps are described as nurturing the potential of youth and creating a sense of community among campers through a wide variety of skill building outdoor program activities. The program implements the YMCA core values of Caring, Honesty, Respect, and Responsibility in everything they do and incorporates the Ragger Program as a goal setting program for those who choose to challenge themselves spiritually, mentally, or physically. The Anaheim Family YMCA offers Financial Assistance to reduce program fees to ensure that everyone has the opportunity to learn, grow and thrive, and states that there is a strong emphasis on safety, with procedures informed by medical professionals, YUSA, The American Camping Association (ACA), the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), local government and health agencies, and internal teams.
The Anaheim Family YMCA lists a leadership and management team that includes roles such as Senior Finance Director, Interim Chief Executive Officer, Executive Assistant, Accounting Director, Director of Annual Philanthropy, Swim Program Director, Community Programs Director, Food Program Coordinators, Marketing Coordinator, Sports Director, Sports & Fitness Director, Operations Director, Grants Management & Facilities Director, Program Director, Community Engagement Director, Expanded Learning Director, Director of Human Resources and Risk Management, and Administration & Data Director. The organization notes that it serves Anaheim, Stanton, Cypress, and La Palma, with partnerships and site locations in Anaheim, Stanton, Cypress, La Palma, Big Bear/Arrowhead, and Catalina Island.
Parent and community testimonials about the Anaheim Family YMCA include statements that no child should feel like they do not belong, that a parent loves knowing her son is in a safe environment with staff that care about him, that the YMCA has many programs with one mission of strengthening the community, that being a camp counselor at YMCA summer camp is the best part of the year for one volunteer, and that Youth Sports helped a participant’s son build character with very patient and easygoing coaches.
For packing and logistics, the program specifies bedding such as a pillow and either a sleeping bag or twin sheet and blankets. Recommended clothing includes closed-toed shoes, six pairs of socks, two pairs of long pants, three to five pairs of shorts, five to six shirts (long and short sleeve), a sweatshirt or warm jacket, underwear for each day, a swimsuit, a hat, visor or sunglasses, and pajamas. Personal items and gear include a toothbrush and toothpaste, shampoo, conditioner, soap, a comb or brush, two towels (for shower and swim), a reusable water bottle, chapstick, sunscreen, bug spray, and menstrual products if applicable. Optional items include an extra trash bag to bring items home such as dirty clothes or a bedroll, reading books or a quiet-time activity, and sandals for the shower.
Last updated March 15, 2026.
• Ages: 8–16 years old
• Schedule: Camp Miehana runs July 5–11, 2025, and July 5–11, 2026.
Camp Miehana is part of the Anaheim Family YMCA, which has a 110-year history. The Anaheim Family YMCA states its mission as: “TO PUT CHRISTIAN PRINCIPLES INTO PRACTICE THROUGH PROGRAMS THAT BUILD HEALTHY SPIRIT, MIND AND BODY FOR ALL.” YMCA resident camps are described as nurturing the potential of youth and creating a sense of community among campers through a wide variety of skill building outdoor program activities. The program implements the YMCA core values of Caring, Honesty, Respect, and Responsibility in everything they do and incorporates the Ragger Program as a goal setting program for those who choose to challenge themselves spiritually, mentally, or physically. The Anaheim Family YMCA offers Financial Assistance to reduce program fees to ensure that everyone has the opportunity to learn, grow and thrive, and states that there is a strong emphasis on safety, with procedures informed by medical professionals, YUSA, The American Camping Association (ACA), the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), local government and health agencies, and internal teams.
The Anaheim Family YMCA lists a leadership and management team that includes roles such as Senior Finance Director, Interim Chief Executive Officer, Executive Assistant, Accounting Director, Director of Annual Philanthropy, Swim Program Director, Community Programs Director, Food Program Coordinators, Marketing Coordinator, Sports Director, Sports & Fitness Director, Operations Director, Grants Management & Facilities Director, Program Director, Community Engagement Director, Expanded Learning Director, Director of Human Resources and Risk Management, and Administration & Data Director. The organization notes that it serves Anaheim, Stanton, Cypress, and La Palma, with partnerships and site locations in Anaheim, Stanton, Cypress, La Palma, Big Bear/Arrowhead, and Catalina Island.
Parent and community testimonials about the Anaheim Family YMCA include statements that no child should feel like they do not belong, that a parent loves knowing her son is in a safe environment with staff that care about him, that the YMCA has many programs with one mission of strengthening the community, that being a camp counselor at YMCA summer camp is the best part of the year for one volunteer, and that Youth Sports helped a participant’s son build character with very patient and easygoing coaches.
For packing and logistics, the program specifies bedding such as a pillow and either a sleeping bag or twin sheet and blankets. Recommended clothing includes closed-toed shoes, six pairs of socks, two pairs of long pants, three to five pairs of shorts, five to six shirts (long and short sleeve), a sweatshirt or warm jacket, underwear for each day, a swimsuit, a hat, visor or sunglasses, and pajamas. Personal items and gear include a toothbrush and toothpaste, shampoo, conditioner, soap, a comb or brush, two towels (for shower and swim), a reusable water bottle, chapstick, sunscreen, bug spray, and menstrual products if applicable. Optional items include an extra trash bag to bring items home such as dirty clothes or a bedroll, reading books or a quiet-time activity, and sandals for the shower.
Last updated March 15, 2026.
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