Day Camp
Since 1968, the Waterville YMCA has offered a day camp on our beautiful 32-acre facility on McGrath Pond in Oakland. Each year, we welcome campers from all over central Maine, New England, and beyond!
For grades K-9. Each day campers visit Camp Tracy and rotate through a variety of engaging and exciting activities! Bussing is available from the Alfond Youth & Community Center in Waterville, Maine.
Camp Tracy offers unique opportunities for youth combined with a traditional Maine summer camp experience. Here are just a few reasons that the AYCC offers summer camps:
- Keep youth active
- Furthers learning and development
- Encourages socialization & building friendships
- Create lifetime memories
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Camp Tracy is operated by the Boys & Girls Clubs and YMCA of Greater Waterville at the Alfond Youth & Community Center in Waterville, Maine, and is proudly accredited through the American Camp Association.
The Renaissance Scholarships
Camp Tracy 2024 Scholarship Application
The Camp Tracy Alumni Association is pleased to announce The Renaissance Scholarships in recognition of its founders George Keller, Richard Hawkes, and Lester Jolovitz. The future of Camp Tracy is you, the campers. We want to make it possible for you to be part of that future by offering scholarships to those who otherwise could not afford to attend Camp Tracy.
Scholarships are awarded based on the application and your interest in attending Camp Tracy.
To apply, complete the application and include:
- A short message from the camper explaining why he or she wants to attend Camp Tracy (or, as age appropriate, a picture, and limited writing).
- If the camper has previously attended Camp Tracy, please include a few of his or her memories.
Send your application to: CampTracyAlumni@gmail.com or
Will Barlock
700 Spring Falls Dr.
Apt 408
Raleigh, NC 27609
Please be as comprehensive as possible in the information you provide to us. You will be notified of our decision by June 2, 2024.
If you have any questions, please contact acharrier@clubaycc.org
Camp Details
Activities & Amenities
- Amphitheater for Dramatic Play
- Campers perform one-act plays, improvisational and teamwork activities, and learn the basics of stage direction.
- Archery Range with Sheltered Shooting Stations
- Supervised archery practice facilitated by a certified archery instructor. We have equipment for all age ranges, so that any camper can participate!
- Arts & Crafts Activities
- Daily arts and crafts activities designed to match the weekly theme. Plus, campers get to tie-dye a Camp Tracy t-shirt!
- Bath House with Showers, Sinks, and Toilets
- Boating Area with Canoes, Kayaks, and Paddle Boards
- Campfire Activities
- Climbing Tower – 40 Feet + Centipede Wall
- Courts – Basketball & Tennis
- Field Games on Grass & Turf (Maine’s Fenway, Harold Alfond Turf and a Pocket Field)
- Field games and organized sporting activities, often based on the weekly theme.
- Indoor Games in the Keller Building
- Lean-To’s (Adirondack Style)
- LIT Field Trips
- For our oldest age group, our Leaders in Training (LITs), there will be a weekly field trip to a local attraction.
- Outdoor Education
- Campers learn about nature, the environment, sustainability, and practice basic wilderness skills.
- Pavilion – Covered Area for Meals and Games
- Ropes Course & Zipline
- There are many high and low ropes course offerings, facilitated by certified staff. We have a variety of elements that vary in difficulty, so that all ages and comfort levels can be served.
- Our Zipline is available to groups Grades 4 and up!
- Walking Trails
- Waterfront Area
- Swimming and waterfront games, facilitated by staff and supervised by certified lifeguards. See our swim-test details for more information on the different swim zones.
- Campers also participate in boating every week. We have kayaks, canoes, and paddleboards, supervised by a certified boating instructor.
- Zipline
Affordable Access Program
The AYCC is proud to work with families to provide affordable, quality childcare options. We accept third party funding from many organizations, including the State of Maine, Department of Health and Human Services. Additionally, we offer financial assistance for some of our childcare programs and strive to do our best to connect area families with funding assistance so that children have the best possible opportunities for safe, quality childcare after school.
Contact
Danielle Bragg, Registrar & Billing Specialist
207-873-0684 x 787 / email
Financial Assistance
The AYCC offers a variety of financial options for families interested in attending our childcare programs. All registration forms include the application for assistance. Our Registrar & Billing Specialist reviews all applications and will reach out with options for their family.
Contact Us
Camp Tracy Cell Phone 207-313-3413
Camp Tracy Lodge (office) phone 207-716-1035
Alfond Youth & Community Center 207-873-0684
Email: camps@clubaycc.org
Pat Kearns, Camp Director
Dates & Themes
2024 Sessions & Themes
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June 17-21 – Wacky Week
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June 24-28 – Heroes & Villains
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July 1-5 – Camp Tracy CLOSED
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July 8-12 – Myths & Legends
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July 15-19 – Around the World
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July 22-26 – Camp Tracy Olympics
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July 29-Aug 2 – Camp Tracy’s Got Talent
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August 5-9 – Treasure Hunt
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August 12-16 – Spirit Week
Fees & Hours
Sessions
Camp Tracy offers one-week sessions throughout the summer. Financial Assistance is available on Camp Tracy. See the Family Affordable Access Program Information tab for details.
One-Week Session Rate $285.00 per child
Weekly Bus Transportation $30.00 per child
Hours
- Camp runs Monday-Friday from 8:00 am-4:00 pm
- Before care is open from 7:00-8:00 am at Camp Tracy
- After care is open from 4:00-5:15 pm at Camp Tracy
- Before & after care is not available at the AYCC.
For camper safety, families are required to their children in and out of camp each day with a counselor on duty. Only authorized individuals listed on the pick-up list will have the ability to do check-in and check-out. All individuals are required to have photo ID at pick-up.
Bus Transportation
Bus transportation is provided by the AYCC and transports youth safely to and from the AYCC in Waterville to Camp Tracy before and after camp. Camp counselors are on the bus for attendance and safety reasons. Bus transportation is not included in the weekly session camp rate. The cost is $30.00 per child. The child must be registered for both the session/week at camp and bus transportation.
- Morning drop off at the AYCC – between 7:45-8:00 am
- Afternoon pick-up at the AYCC – between 4:15-4:30 pm
- Before & after care is not available at the AYCC.
Registration, Handbook & Other Documents
Camp Tracy registration is available online and via paper form. The paper form also includes registration information for our Summer Enrichment Program.
Other forms:
Day Camp Age Groups
Stargazers - Grade K
- Traditional camp program with a focus on exploring nature & creativity.
- Co-ed staff stay with campers as they participate in different activities.
- Stargazers discover friends, talents, nature, and themselves in a safe and fun environment.
- Eligible Stargazers must have completed one year of kindergarten
Pathfinders - Grade 1
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Traditional camp program with a focus on exploring nature.
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Co-ed staff stay with campers as they participate in and change activities.
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Pathfinders discover friends, talents, nature, and themselves in a safe and fun environment.
Trailblazers - Grade 2
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Traditional camp program with a focus on exploring nature.
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Co-ed staff stay with campers as they participate in and change activities.
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Trailblazers discover friends, talents, nature, and themselves in a safe and fun environment.
Pioneers - Grade 3
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Campers participate in traditional camp programming at an intermediate level.
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Co-ed staff stay with campers as they participate in and change activities.
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Activities are designed to help campers have fun while growing their skills and trying new things in a safe environment.
Explorers - Grade 4
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Campers explore the environment include canoeing, water safety, camping and archery.
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Co-ed staff stay with campers as they participate in and change activities.
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Activities are designed to help the Explorers have fun while exploring their skills and talents and trying new things in a safe environment.
Rangers Grades 5 & 6
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Rangers have more camper input on curriculum and activities in their traditional camp program
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Co-ed staff stay with campers as they participate in and change activities.
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Activities are designed to help Rangers have fun while expanding their skills and talents and provide opportunities to push their limits in a safe environment.
Leaders In Training (LITs) - Grades 7+
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LITs participate in multiple activities such as Canoeing, Outdoor Education, Free Swim & Swim Lessons, Arts & Crafts, and Ropes Course.
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Campers spend time each day with CITs in leadership training.
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Activities are designed to help campers understand the role of leadership and become better leaders.
Counselors In Training (CITs) - Grades 9+
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CIT’s will acquire the skills needed to become an effective camp counselor.
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CIT’s will gain the knowledge of:
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Leadership Skills
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Camp Policies and Procedures
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Camp Programming
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Camper Management
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CITs are accepted through an invitation and application process.
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To apply please contact the Camp Director, Pat Kearns at 207-873-0684 or email camps@clubaycc.org for the application.