About Our Camps and Outdoor Programs
YMCA BC's Day and Overnight Camps give children and youth ages 5-17 the chance to explore, build confidence and friendships in safe and supportive spaces. Our camp programs and services also include Family Camp, Outdoor Education and private-event site rentals.
Our camp locations—YMCA Camp Elphinstone in Gibsons and YMCA Camp Kanannaq near Prince George—are accredited by the BC Camps Association.
With dedicated, qualified and caring staff, inclusive environments, and programs that inspire growth and adventure, every Y camp experience is built to help campers thrive.
With an emphasis on building independence and personal development, campers gain confidence in the overnight camp setting at YMCA Camp Elphinstone.
Overnight camp includes:
We believe that connection to nature is fundamental to helping children thrive, which is why our day camps offer a perfect mix of outdoor exploration and creative play. Every day is a new chance for campers to build confidence, make friends, and come home with an unforgettable story.
Day camp includes:
Our day camp programs run at YMCA Camp Elphinstone as well as at YMCA Camp Kanannaq.
YMCA Outdoor Education brings learning to life as enthusiastic staff guide children through a hands-on learning experience, programmed to meet the BC curriculum. Our program is designed to get kids active and learning outdoors.
Our outdoor education programs run at YMCA Camp Elphinstone and YMCA Camp Kanannaq.
Whether the goal for your next event is to connect with others, explore the outdoors with your group, host a memorable conference, recharge through your health-and-wellness retreat, celebrate a milestone moment or another special occasion, YMCA Camp Elphinstone can help you do it all.
The YMCA Camp Alumni Program brings former campers and staff together through community, connection, and shared values. Stay involved, reconnect with camp memories, and remain part of the YMCA camp story.
When you join the YMCA you join more than a gym. You join a community.