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EVERY SUMMER HAS ITS STORY. BEGIN YOURS AT STRAIGHT ARROW DAY CAMP.


Straight Arrow Day Camp is a summer camp for kids in Lafayette, Indiana that provides fun for the season while focusing on building teamwork, cooperation, and self-esteem.

Our camp is located just outside of Lafayette and hosts weekly camp sessions throughout the summer. Each camp session has a fun theme that inspires activities and events for our campers.


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Your child will make memories at Straight Arrow Day Camp.

YMCA Straight Arrow Day Camp is designed to incorporate a unique word such as respect, leadership, courage, and responsibility. We encourage our youth to become a strong and confident leaders. These campers will participate in canoeing, fishing, archery, swimming, group games, and so much more!

Back in 1969, the Treece family had dreams of children experiencing nature and enjoying the outdoors. The Treece family graciously donated 40 beautiful acres to the Lafayette Family YMCA and it was named "Camp Treece." The YMCA also shared this vision and Straight Arrow Day Camp was started.
 
For the past 44 years, Straight Arrow Day Camp has become a tradition that has given children the opportunity to make their own special memories. The children have made memories, built lasting friendships, gained independence, and self-confidence. They left camp feeling good about themselves and thankful for the friends they made.
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They won't want to leave camp when the day is over.

At the Lafayette Family YMCA, we want your child to have time to be active and to learn. That’s why we offer a variety of activities.

We take a bus out to camp where the fun really begins. Every week your child will experience a fun camp theme.

Campers will participate in all of our traditional camp activities while incorporating the theme and out character values.

DAILY CAMP ACTIVITIES

  • Canoeing
  • Arts & Crafts
  • Swimming
  • Fishing
  • Archery
  • Rabbit Racers
  • Mud Pit
  • Dunk tank
  • Human Football
  • Field Games
  • Obstacle Course
  • Gaga
  • Slingshots
  • Sports
  • Nature Hike
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2025 Straight Arrow Day Camp Weekly Themes

Preschool Camp: May 19 - May 23

 

 

Week 1: May 26 - May 30 (Closed 5/26)

Theme: Space Adventure

 

Week 2: June 2 - June 6

Theme: Reptiles & Amphibians

 

Week 3: June 9 - June 13

Theme: Magic Kingdom

 

Week 4: June 16 - June 20

Theme: Messival

 

Week 5: June 23 - June 27

Theme: Super Safari Exploration

Week 6: June 30 - July 4 (Closed 7/4)

Theme: Holidays

 

Week 7: July 7 - July 11

Theme: Life Size

 

Week 8: July 14 - July 18

Theme: Bugs & Beyond

 

Week 9: July 21 - July 25

Theme: Camp Speedway

 

Week 10: July 28 - August 1

Theme: Under the Big Blue Sea

 

Week 11: August 4 - August 8

Theme: So Long Summer

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Additional Camp Information
CAMP REGISTRATION & COST
  • A $25 deposit is required per week to reserve your spot and is due at registration
  • Please select your weeks of summer camp at registration
  • Bus fees will be added to your weekly bank draft
  • All deposits are non-refundable
  • Place your deposit as soon as possible to ensure that we have space available for your child.

    Cost:

    • $180/Members
    • $200/Non Members
    REGULAR CAMP HOURS & AGES

    Hours: 8:30am - 4:30pm

    Ages: Kindergarten - 9 years (Child must have completed Kindergarten)

    Cost:

    • $180/Members
    • $200/Non Members
    PRESCHOOL CAMP

    May 19 - May 23

    Hours: 9:30am - 3:30pm

    Ages 3 - 5 (Must be potty trained)

    This camp is a wonderful way to introduce your youngsters to some new experiences. These campers will participate in canoeing, swimming, fun games, and so much more! Our small tribe numbers and experienced staff help keep the children safe and encourage them to participate in new experiences!

    Cost:

    • $145 Members
    • $165 Non members

    WHAT TO BRING

    We encourage you to bring the following items to help your child have the best experience at the Y!

    • Bring a non-plastic blag with your child's name on it
    • Cold lunch either in a lunch box or paper bag with child's name
    • Drink
    • Sunscreen labeled with child's name/li>
    • Hat
    • Bug spray labeled with child's name/li>
    • Swimming suit (T/Th/Fri)
    • Towel
    • Extra shoes for creeking & mud pit
    • YMCA is not responsible for lost or stolen items.
    FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE
    The YMCA believes every child in our community deserves access to the services we provide. That's why we offer our Open Door Scholarship Program. We hope to crate an environment where all people feel welcomed and valued. Applications for assistance are available at the front desk at the YMCA.
    NO CAMPER LEFT BEHIND

    The "No Camper Left Behind Scholarship Fund" is a financial assistance program established in honor of former Straight Arrow Director Harry Linback. Its purpose is to provide funding for those who may be unable to afford some of all of the cost to attend YMCA Straight Arrow Day Camp. Harry wanted every child to have a camp experience regardless of their financial situation.Priority will be given to those campers who participate in the cookie dough sale.

    Applications are available at the YMCA on sale kick off day and at the Y front desk. Application is not a guarantee of funding. This program applies to (1) one week of camp.

    No Camper Left Behind Application

    MEET OUR STAFF

    Kiersten Ferguson

    Kiersten Ferguson is the Camp Director & Assistant School Age Director. They have been past of the YMCA family since 2013. They have worked in youth sports, licensed daycare, and OST. They are excited to be a part of your children's Straight Arrow Day Camp experience this summer! We hope to build lifelong memories, friendships, and skills.

    OPTIONAL PICK UP OR DROP OFF SITE

    Pick up at West Lafayette Elementary School

    Pick Up: 8:00am - 8:10am

    Drop Off: 4:50pm - 5:10pm

    Cost:

    $10 per week/Late pickup fee may apply. These times are approximate and we make every effort to arrive within 5 minutes of the scheduled time. When registering, please specify what days you will need transportation.

    Register for Straight Arrow Day Camp!