Galowich Family YMCA Teen REACH Summer Camp
Summer's Cooler at the YMCA
This summer, the Y will be offering a FREE summer day camp program for junior high school students in Joliet and the surrounding communities. At Teen REACH Camp, students will learn to respect themselves and others, work out their differences, and discover the value of true friendship. Campers will also enjoy up to 10 weeks of summer fun full ofswimming, sports, outdoor exploration, field trips, and more.
PLEASE NOTE: There is a currently a wait list for Teen REACH summer camp registrations at our Galowich location. Spaces are still available at the Salvation Army location.
To learn more about YMCA Teen REACH Summer Camp, please contact:
Stephen Franklin, Teen REACH and Teen Achievers Director
[email protected]
(815) 744-3939, ext. 315
LOCATIONS
Galowich Family YMCA (Week 1)
749 Houbolt Road, Joliet 60431
Messiah Lutheran Church (Week 2-10)
40 Houbolt Rd, Joliet, IL 60431
Salvation Army Community Center (Week 1-10)
300 3rd Ave, Joliet, IL 60433
ALWAYS HERE FOR OUR COMMUNITY
The Y’s Teen REACH (Responsibility, Education, Achievement, Caring, and Hope) Summer Day Camp program is made possible thanks to a generous Department of Human Services grant from the State of Illinois.
STAYING HEALTHY TOGETHER
To keep everyone healthy and safe this summer, we will follow guidance from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and local, state, and federal health officials.
Camp Materials
Open to Grades 6-8
2022 Camp Hours
7 a.m.-6 p.m. (Mon-Fri)
2022 Camp Dates
June 6 - August 12
2022 Flick N' Float Camp Kick-Off
May 13
5:30-7:30 p.m.
Join us for a movie in the pool and get your Summer Camp questions answered. Pre-registration is required.
2022 Pre-Camp Dates
May 31, June 1-3
2022 Post-Camp Dates
August 15-16
2022 Field Trip Destinations
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TBD
Date TBD -
Gizmo's Fun Factory
Amusement Center
Week 2 -
Joliet Slammers Game
Minor League Baseball
Week 3 -
Lincoln Park Zoo
Week 4
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The Great Boodini
Magic Show
Week 5
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Stephen's Spiders
In-House Field Trip
Week 6 -
After the Peanut
STEM Activities
Week 7 -
Pelican Harbor
Water Park
Week 8 -
Hollywood Palms
Movie Theater
Week 9 -
Inflatables
In-House Field Trip
Week 10
STAY CONNECTED
Stay up-to-date on camp activities throughout the summer by following the YMCA on social media!
Be sure to visit our page often to see camp photos, scheduling updates and important field trip information, including changes to schedules and return times, due to inclement weather and traffic.
MEET THE DIRECTOR
Stephen Franklin leads our incredible summer camp staff team. Franklin has past experience in YMCA before and after school programs as well as our sports department. His passion for helping children and being involved in his community is unrivaled, and we are so excited to have him guiding the summer day camp experience for Y campers.
"Y camp is truly a great time for kids and it's built with our community in mind. The camp experience helps kids make important connections with their friends and peers while nurturing their educational and emotional development. Parents can rest easy knowing that their children will get to have the best summer ever!"
