Camp Jorn YMCA

Camp Jorn YMCA offers Resident Camp, Day Camp, CJ Sprouts, Discovery Camp, Explorer Camp, Sailing, Fishing, Outpost, TEVA, LIT—Leaders in Training, and CIT—Counselors in Training for ages 5 to 17. Activities listed include waterfront adventure, cabin life, outdoor discovery, games, arts, nature play, sailing, archery, sports, crafts, service projects, hiking, canoe trips, teamwork activities, and wilderness trips.

Programs

• Resident Camp — 8 to 17 · Overnight sessions on Rest Lake with waterfront adventure, cabin life, and lifelong friendships.
• Day Camp — 7 to 12 · Full days of outdoor discovery, games, arts, and nature play with convenient drop-off and pick-up.
• CJ Sprouts — 5 to 6 · Play-based, nature-forward day camp for young campers ready to explore and grow.
• Discovery Camp — 8-14 · 1 week; campers choose three instructional classes and enjoy activities like sailing, archery, sports, and crafts.
• LIT—Leaders in Training — 15-16 · Campers build cooperation, confidence, and leadership skills through hands-on activities, group discussions, and service projects.
• Explorer Camp — 10-14 · 2 weeks; traditional Discovery schedule with a special weekend and a 2-4 day overnight hiking or canoe trip in the Northwoods.
• TEVA — 13-14 · Co-ed leadership program focused on Teamwork, Education, Values, and Adventure.
• CIT—Counselors in Training — 16-17 · Competitive leadership program for teens; three-week CITs participate in a 6-day, 5-night wilderness trip, while two-week CITs enjoy a shorter wilderness experience.
• Sailing — 12-15 · Specialty program with extended sailing instruction and practice each day and a 2-night camping trip to the Apostle Islands.
• Fishing — 12-15 · Specialty camp with time fishing on Rest Lake and a two-night camping trip in the Apostle Islands.
• Outpost — 12-15 · Extended, tech-free wilderness adventures including a 3-night trip with whitewater rafting, rock climbing, and a zip line canopy tour.

At a glance

• Ages: 5–17 years old
• Facility hours: Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM (Closed weekends and holidays)

About the provider

Camp Jorn YMCA has been serving campers for over 70 years. Its mission is to build character, confidence and community.

• Resident Camp registration opens — registration opens december 2
• Accepted applicants notified — Accepted applicants will be notified by February 16

If a session is full, families must complete a camper application to join the waitlist. No deposit is charged unless accepted. Openings are offered in the order applications are received, based on age and gender identity to accommodate cabin availability. Waitlist placement does not guarantee enrollment. Admission to the CIT program is competitive and requires an application, two references, and a brief interview. Registration opens December 2, and all applicants will initially be placed on a waitlist while applications are reviewed.

Last updated November 5, 2026.