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YMCA Camp Kenan - First Experience Camp

Welcome to YMCA Camp Kenan's First Experience Camp, where young adventurers take their first step into the exciting world of summer camp! Designed specifically for first-time campers, this program offers a safe, nurturing environment where children can explore, play, and grow. Located on the scenic shores of Lake Ontario, Camp Kenan provides a perfect mix of outdoor fun, creative activities, and team-building opportunities. From nature hikes and arts and crafts to swimming and campfire storytelling, every moment is crafted to inspire confidence, independence, and lifelong friendships. With caring staff, age-appropriate activities, and a focus on personal growth, First Experience Camp ensures that every camper feels at home while discovering the joys of camp life. Discover, grow, and belong at YMCA Camp Kenan’s First Experience Camp!

Upcoming Sessions

Name Start End Duration Age/Grade Cost*
First Exp-Session A 07/06/2025 07/08/2025 3 days 6 - 9 years $400
First Exp-Session B 07/13/2025 07/15/2025 3 days 6 - 9 years $400
First Exp-Session C 07/20/2025 07/22/2025 3 days 6 - 9 years $400
First Exp-Session D 07/27/2025 07/29/2025 3 days 6 - 9 years $400
First Exp-Session E 08/03/2025 08/05/2025 3 days 6 - 9 years $400
  • Name: First Exp-Session A
  • Start: 07/06/2025
  • End: 07/08/2025
  • Duration: 3 days
  • Age/Grade: 6 - 9 years
  • Cost*: $400
  • Name: First Exp-Session B
  • Start: 07/13/2025
  • End: 07/15/2025
  • Duration: 3 days
  • Age/Grade: 6 - 9 years
  • Cost*: $400
  • Name: First Exp-Session C
  • Start: 07/20/2025
  • End: 07/22/2025
  • Duration: 3 days
  • Age/Grade: 6 - 9 years
  • Cost*: $400
  • Name: First Exp-Session D
  • Start: 07/27/2025
  • End: 07/29/2025
  • Duration: 3 days
  • Age/Grade: 6 - 9 years
  • Cost*: $400
  • Name: First Exp-Session E
  • Start: 08/03/2025
  • End: 08/05/2025
  • Duration: 3 days
  • Age/Grade: 6 - 9 years
  • Cost*: $400

*Some Camps may offer discounts (Early Bird, Member, Sibling, etc.). To find out if any discounts are available, please contact the Camp directly.

# A pound symbol in the table above indicates that the session doesn’t include weekends.

Name Start End Duration Age/Grade Cost*

*Some Camps may offer discounts (Early Bird, Member, Sibling, etc.). To find out if any discounts are available, please contact the Camp directly.

# A pound symbol in the table above indicates that the session doesn’t include weekends.

Activities

  • Archery
  • Arts and Crafts
  • Basketball
  • Camping Skills/Outdoor Living
  • Conservation
  • Dance
  • Drama
  • Drawing and Painting
  • Forest Ecology
  • GaGa
  • Games
  • Hiking
  • Nature Exposure
  • Orienteering
  • Rock Climbing
  • Ropes Course