Day Camp Kitchigami
About Camp Kitchigami
Camp Kitchigami is a summer program serving kids ages 4-15. It has been owned and operated by the Duluth Area Family YMCA since 1979. Kitchigami offers programs designed to develop self-esteem, life-long skills, acceptance of all people and an appreciation for the environment.
Your child may participate in any or all of the following: swimming, kayaking, canoeing, archery, art projects, outdoor living skills, nature activities, fishing, hiking, sailing, team building, group games and field trips to area parks.
The Location
Camp takes place at Chester Bowl Park and is surrounded by towering pines, a creek and pond perfect for canoeing and fishing, a large field for games and countless hiking trails with scenic views of Lake Superior and stunning waterfalls. At Camp Kitchigami, outdoor recreation is unlimited.
The Heart of the Kitchigami Experience
The true backbone of the Kitchigami program is the dedicated staff. Staff are chosen for their proven abilities in working with children and being positive role models. The staff all have a great love for working with children in the outdoors. All staff are CPR and First Aid certified and go through an intense, week-long training before the campers arrive. It is our goal to provide fun and rewarding experiences where campers can make new friends, learn new skills and enjoy being in the outdoors.
ACA Accreditation
Camp Kitchigami is proud to be accredited by the American Camping Association. This nationally recognized program focuses on program quality, health and safety and requires us to review every facet of our operation. It is a mark of distinction. The ACA logo is your assurance that this camp is operated and committed to the highest standards established for the camping industry. Please insert ACA logo by this paragraph.
Camper Fee Assistance
The YMCA offers two ways to help cover the cost of camp.
- Financial Assistance is available to those who need it. Simply fill out our below campship application and return to the YMCA.
- We also offer an "Earn Your Way to Camp" Candy Sale. The sale kicks off in March and runs through the end of May. Candy pick up sites available at the Duluth YMCA, Superior YMCA, Camp Miller, Cloquet and Silver Bay.
Information about the Downloadable Files
We are extremely excited that you have a camper joining us this summer, now that your camper is registered we need you to fill out the necessary emergency contact and health information. In an effort to save on paper we are going electronic with our forms. Please click on the link below and complete a form for each camper you have attending camp. Siblings may not share forms. Remember these forms and payments are due a minimum of 2 weeks before your camper attends camp. If you have questions or concerns please contact our office.
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