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THE ADVENTURE
STARTS HERE
2015 Summer Camps
YMCA CAMP OHIYESA
ymcadetroit.org/ohiyesa
248-887-4533
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Come discover new skills, make
friends, gain confidence and have an
unforgettable summer at Camp Ohiyesa.
In the country without being too far from
home, our rural setting on Fish Lake is the
perfect place to grow, play and explore. We
can’t wait to explore, play and grow!
Steve Heiny
Camp Director
YMCA Camp Ohiyesa

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Day campers entering grades 5-8. Campers are
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Day campers entering grades 3-4. An introduction
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PONDEROSA
Overnight campers
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Our YMCA Equestrian staff
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beginning and intermediate
riding skills, while working with
others and making new friends.
»» Daily horseback riding
»» Trail rides
»» Feeding and Grooming
»» Advance your riding level
»» Your ‘own’ horse all week!
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July 4th Family Camp Weekend
An experience your family will remember for years!
Join us for a getaway including zip line, horseback riding, giant swing, swimming,
canoeing, campfire songs and the new Alpine Tower, all led by our professional Y
staff.
We’ll take care of the meals while your family enjoys an all-inclusive vacation.
Camp cabins can accommodate 2-14 people with separate sleeping areas for
up to two families. Hearty home-cooked meals served in the main lodge that
will make the whole family smile.
Visit ymcadetroit.org/ohiyesa for more information.
2015 FAMILY CAMP WEEKEND:
date
7/3-7/5
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July 4th
(Ohiyesa)
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Frid-Sun
Y Member Rate
A-$124, C-$63
Guest Rate
A-$154, C-$76
*A=Adult (13+), C= Child (3-12)
Group Retreats & Outings
Good things happen when we unplug
and go outside together.
Find out why groups and families have enjoyed nature, team
building , education, adventure and recreation at YMCA
Camp Ohiyesa for nearly 100 years. Reservations available
from March through November for groups of 20 to 275
people. Call (248) 887-4533 to book your retreat today!
»» Great for School trips, bands, family
events, retreats, scouts and more!
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Looking for the
perfect family vacation?
Located in Oscoda – home to the majestic Ausable River and
the sandy shores of Lake Huron. Our partner, Camp Nissokone
is Michigan’s premier northern adventure camp offering
Family Camp and Teen Leadership programs. Nissokone is the
perfect ‘up north’ destination, featuring sailing, wakeboarding,
paintball and much more! Bussing from Birmingham and Livonia
available for overnight camp.
ymcadetroit.org/nissokone
2015 Nissokone Family Camp Weeks:
• Week 1: June 28–July 4
• Week 2: Aug 30–Sept 4
2015 Nissokone Holiday Weekends:
• Memorial Day: May 22–25
• Labor Day: Sept 4–7
2015 Nissokone Overnight & Teen Leadership:
• 1 Week Sessions from July 5–Aug 8.
DATES & REGISTRATION
Overnight Camp Sessions
SESSION
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Teen Camp
Grades 8–10
Ponderosa
Grade 5-8
Specialty
Grade 3-8
Weekend
Stayover
Survivor
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Parade of Nations
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Challenge Week
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6/14-6/20
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Int or Adv
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6/28–7/2
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Int or Adv
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7/5-7/11
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Int or Adv
Film Camp
Y
Battle of the Bands
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7/12-7/18
Y
Int or Adv
Robotics
Y
Pirates of Fish Lake
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7/19-7/25
Y
Int or Adv
CSI
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Close Encounters
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8/9-8/15
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Int or Adv
Film Camp
N
Harry Potter Week
Day Camp Sessions
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Grades
K-8
Dates
Jr. Saddle &
Saddle Club
Grades 3-8
DC 1
6/15-6/19
Jr. Int/Adv.
DC 2
6/22–6/26
Int/Adv.
DC 3
6/29–7/3
DC 4
7/6–7/10
DC 5
Specialty
Grades 3-8
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THEME
CMBKA
Parade of Nations
Theatre
CMBKP
Nintendo & Friends
Jr. Int/Adv.
Survivor
CMBKA
Challenge Week
Jr. Int/Adv.
Top Chef
CMBKP
Battle of the Bands
7/13–7/17
Jr. Int/Adv.
Olympic Competition
CMBKA
Pirate of Fish Lake
DC 6
7/20–7/24
Jr. Int/Adv.
CSI Camp
CMBKP
Close Encounters
DC 7
7/27–7/31
Jr. Int/Adv.
Robotics
CMBKA
Knights of Ohiyesa
DC 8
8/3–8/7
Jr. Int/Adv.
Creative Arts
CMBKP
Hollywood
DC 9
8/10–8/14
Jr. Int/Adv.
Survivor
CMBKA
Shark Week!
DC 10
8/17–8/21
Jr. Int/Adv.
Bugs, Bogs, & Birds
CMBKP
Mission Impossible
DC 11
8/24–8/28
Jr. Int/Adv.
Mythbusters
CMBKA
Wild West Robots
Taste of Ohiyesa Sessions
Session
Grades 3–5
Dates
(Mon–Sat)
4
7/6–7/11
6
7/20–7/25
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Rates
Battle of Bands
$356 by 2/15
$366 by 3/31
$376 by 5/1
Pirates of Fish Lake
Overnight Session Rates
SESSION
Traditional
Ponderosa
Specialty
A, C–F (Sun–Sat)
$464 by 2/15
$479 by 4/30
$494 by 5/1
$514 by 2/15
$529 by 3/31
$544 by 5/1
$489 by 2/15
$504 by 3/31
$519 by 5/1
B (Sun–Thur)
$387 by 2/15
$402 by 3/31
$417 by 5/1
$437 by 2/15
$452 by 3/31
$467 by 5/1
$412 by 2/15
$427 by 3/31
$442 by 5/1
Day Camp Session Rates
Fee by 3/31
Fee by 4/30
Fee after 5/1
Day Camp
SESSION
$196
$206
$216
Jr. Saddle Club
Saddle Club
$221
$246
$231
$256
$241
$266
Specialty Program
$221
$256
$266
How Do I Register For Camp?
Visit detroitymca/ohiyesa.org to use the simple online system 24/7
OR Call the camp office at (248) 887-4533
Great Payment Options!
Register online or call (248) 887-4533
»» Sign up early and save! Take advantage of payment plans:
»» Pay the deposit now & the balance one week prior to your session start date.
»» Pay the deposit now and set up a monthly draft for 1-2 times each month
until one week prior to the start of your session.
»» A deposit or draft locks the rate at the time it is setup.
»» Multi-session and multi-child discounts available.
»» The Y is a membership-based organization. There is a $39 Community
Participant membership available for families without current Y memberships.
»» Financial Assistance is available. Call the camp office for information.
Win A Free Week Of Camp
Stop by our camp booth at any of our exhibits or Open House
events to register to win a free week of camp! Drawing to be
held on May 17.
Family Fun Days (Open Houses)
Attend Family Fun Days to tour camp, meet the staff,
try camp activities. Registration for both Ohiyesa and
Nissokone available on-site.
»» Saturday April 18, 1-4 pm at Camp Ohiyesa, Holly
»» Sunda April 19, 1-4 pm at Camp Ohiyesa, Holly
»» Sunday May 17, 1-4 pm at Camp Ohiyesa, Holly
BUS STOPS
Full Care Stops - $59
AM Bus Departs: 7:45 am
PM Camper Pick-up: 5-5:30 pm
B–Birmingham YMCA A–Auburn Hills Target
P–Plymouth Kroger
Express Stops - $39
AM Bus Departs: 7:45-8:30 am PM Camper Pick-up: 4:30-5:30 pm
C–Costco, Brighton M–Meijer, Hartland
K–Kmart, White Lake
YMCA CAMPING SERVICES
7300 Hickory Ridge Road
Holly, MI 48842
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