Camp Petosega Summer Day Camp
Be part of a great tradition… boys and girls ages 6-13 years old are invited to join the YMCA Camp Petosega Day Camp.
Camp Pet-O-Se-Ga nestled in 300 acres of wooded land that is located on the shores of Pickerel Lake with a natural creek that wanders throughout the woods. The camp offers marked nature trails, hiking trails, and a sandy swimming beach.
Along with its natural beauty, Camp Pet-O-Se-Ga also offers open field game areas, sport courts, fire ring, and a clean, large recreation hall for indoor activities with indoor restrooms that will all be utilized during Day Camp.
The YMCA of Northern Michigan in partnership with Emmet County Parks and Recreation are offering a summer day camp for Northern Michigan communities. The day camp will be full of fun, educational, exciting projects, field trips, and events that kids will enjoy.
YMCA Camp Staff will reinforce the core values of caring, honesty, responsibility, and respect throughout all camp activities. Our staff is chosen for their maturity, experience, and knowledge of young campers. Staff is first aid, CPR and lifeguard certified and work diligently to insure all campers are safe and happy.
YMCA Camp Pet-O-Se-Ga Day Camp is offering ten 1-week sessions that are Monday-Friday. Camp starts at 9:00am and finishes at 3:30pm. Campers will be able to sign up for week-long day camp sessions. Each day will follow the daily schedule including activities that incorporate the natural landmarks around Camp Pet-O-Se-Ga such as swimming, educational hikes, group games, and special projects. Themes will be incorporated into each week with activities that correspond to the theme. Every session will also have a field trip to a Northern Michigan attraction.
YMCA transportation is available. Parents can drop off youth at YMCA between 8:00am and 8:25am. The bus will leave at 8:30am and they will be transported to Camp Pet-O-Se-Ga by 9:00am. When camp finishes at 3:30pm, they will be transported back to the YMCA for a 4:00pm pick up. Extended care hours are available for an addition weekly fee of $20 and need to arranged at registration. Parents who do not need transportation can drop off and pick up at Camp Pet-O-Se-Ga at 9:00am and 3:30pm.
Price for 1-week session is $130.00 for YMCA Members or $140.00 for Non-members. A $20 non-refundable deposit for each session is due with registration form. All registration paperwork and weekly balances are due seven days prior to the start of each camp session reserved.
The YMCA strives to provide memberships, programs, and day camp experiences for all, regardless of family income. Financial assistance, including camperships for day camp, is available. Contact the YMCA at (231) 348-8393 for more information.
Check out Camp Petosega information and pictures at:
http://emmetrecycling.org/parkrec/petosega.htm
Printable Day Camp Brochure/Registration Form link is at the bottom of this page.
Daily Schedule
Time | Activity |
8:00-8:25am | Arrive at YMCA |
8:30-9:00am | Transport to Camp Pet-O-Se-Ga |
9:00-9:15am | Opening |
9:15-9:30am | Small group meeting |
9:30-10:30am | Activity #1 |
10:30-12:00pm | Activity #2 |
12:00-12:30pm | lunch |
12:30-1:15pm | Rest and quiet activity |
1:15-2:15pm | Activity #3-swimming |
2:15-3:15pm | Activity #4 |
3:15-3:30pm | Closing |
3:30-4:00pm | Transport to YMCA |
Session 1: | June 16th - June 20th"Water Wonderland" |
Session 2: | June 23rd - June 27th"Great Outdoors" |
Session 3: | June 30th - July 3rd |
Session 4: | July 7th - July 11th"Holiday" |
Session 5: | July 14th - July 18th"Around the World" |
Session 6: | July 21st - July 25th"When I Grow Up" |
Session 7: | July 28th - August 1st"Hoe Down" |
Session 8: | August 4th - August 8th"Pirates" |
Session 9: | August 11th - August 15th"Among the Stars" |
Session 10: | August 18th -August 22nd"The Giving Tree" |