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YMCA Camp Benson

★★★★★ 5 · 5 reviews📍 16355 Scenic Palisades Rd, Mount Carroll, IL 61053-9021
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About YMCA Camp Benson

For 95 summers, YMCA Camp Benson has been providing incredible summer camp experiences for boys and girls between the ages of 6 and 17. Our innovative programming is rooted in values and facilitated by experienced, caring staff in a beautiful natural setting. We are dedicated to helping campers reach their full potential, and have created a summer camp program that helps campers learn about themselves and ultimately build character and confidence. At YMCA Camp Benson, summer camp is at our core. We believe that by spending time in the outdoors, campers can gain a deeper understanding of themselves and grow in unusual and meaningful ways. Our staff is here to provide support and guidance, so campers can embrace the process of self-discovery and become the best version of themselves.

Programs

The classes, camps and experiences this business offers.

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EXPLORER CAMP Entering 1st - 2nd Grade
Explorer Camp is a 4-day, 3-night camp session designed to introduce our youngest campers and their families to overnight summer camp. Our focus is to create a safe, comfortable, and fun camping experience for our Explorer campers. Each Explorer cabin is made up of 9 campers and 2 staff members. We place a very strong emphasis on cabin unity and comradery during these camp sessions.
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ADVENTURE CAMP Entering 3rd - 8th Grade
Adventure Camp is a week-long overnight camp for campers focused on skill building and character development. This is our most popular summer camp program.
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MEGA CAMP Entering 3rd - 8th Grade
MEGA Camp is a 13-day overnight camp that allows our campers to more fully immerse themselves in the YMCA Camp Benson experience. Campers get the chance to try more activities, participate in the special weekend stay over and get to know their counselors and fellow MEGA campers much better. MEGA campers will leave with a greater sense of independence, belonging and accomplishment.

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Reviews

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Location & details

🗺️ 16355 Scenic Palisades Rd, Mount Carroll, IL 61053-9021 — open in Maps

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★ 5 · Mount Carroll, IL