YMCA of the Northern Sky

Youth activities program- the ymca serves youth with a variety of programs. Programs help youth build mind, body and spirit. The values of caring, honesty, respect, responsibility and heath are incorporated into programs and activities. The ymca collaborates with a variety of organizations to provide these programs. Scholarship assistance is available for all youth programs through united way funding and our partner of youth drive. The following are some of the programs offered: camping program- camps include camp koda, a day camp experience and camp cormorant, a residence camp experience. The goal of camp is to provide a safe, enjoyable, creative and challenging opportunity that fosters individual growth in the areas of self-esteem, responsibility, communication, independence, leadership, environmental awareness and christian values, concern for the children is the top priority. Camp cormorant is an american camping association (aca) accredited camp. Activities include crafts, sports, water skiing, horseback riding, ropes course, kayaking and much more. Camp cormorant was established in 1903. Specific campers outcomes include: helping participants build self-esteem; provide positive, caring adult role models; and promoting and developing environmental awareness. Swimming lessons for youth of all ages; swim team; youth basketball program in collaboration with area schools; xerzone- a workout area just for youth, youth are encouraged to live a healthy lifestyle; baton; gymnastics; special trips and overnights; healthy kid's day; youth fitness; teen leaders; climbing wall; and youth/teen center. Our ymca has been a leader in providing youth activities for many years. We receive a variety of grants each year to help support our programming. All ymca youth programs help build self-esteem in our children and work to help each person reach their full potential