Elmbrook School District Camps

CAMP AVAILABILITY

Elmbrook STEAM Camp

Weeks 1-10 (June 13 - August 19)

Elmbrook Wrap Camp

Weeks 2-6 (June 20 - July 22)

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CAMP HOURS

Elmbrook STEAM Camp

Monday-Friday | 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Elmbrook Wrap Camp

Monday-Friday or 3-Day | 12:00-6:00 PM

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CAMPER DROP-OFF & PICK-UP

Elmbrook STEAM Camp

Drop off and pick up times for Elmbrook STEAM Camp are 7:00–9:00 AM and 4:00–6:00 PM every day.

Drop off and pick up locations are TBD.

Elmbrook Wrap Camp

The YMCA does not provide transportation to camp. Please contact the Elmbrook School District for busing information.

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ABSENCES & SCHEDULE CHANGES

If your child will be absent, arrive late or need to be picked up early, please contact the Day Camp Office at 262-385-2071 or email us prior to 8:00 AM, or leave a message during non-business hours.

STEAM Camp
elmbrooksteamcamp@gwcymca.org

Wrap Camp
elmbrookwrapcamp@gwcymca.org

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CAMP SAFETY

The YMCA of Greater Waukesha County takes the health and safety of each camper seriously. We will monitor CDC and other local and state agencies’ recommendations to make sure we are implementing protocols to keep campers healthy to the best of our ability. We will keep families apprised of our current protocols as we get closer to the start of Summer Day Camp.

HOW TO REGISTER 

Register online or in person at one of our five full-service YMCA locations. Registration is not finalized until confirmation is received from the Registrar.

Login to Register

ONLINE

1. If you have an online account with us, select the “Login to Register” button. If you do not have a login, learn how to create or manage your account. 
2. Once logged in, select your child, enter their information, select the weeks you need camp, answer the required questions, and add the camps to your cart.  
3. Please note: You must complete the full registration at one time, and the online process allows you 45 minutes to complete registration. You must register for each week individually. Be prepared to have your child’s immunization records ready prior to starting registration.
4. If you have additional children you wish to register for camp, select the next child and repeat the process. 
5. A $25 deposit is due for each week of camp at the time of registration. 
6. The Camp Registrar will contact you once your registration has been finalized. 

IN PERSON

Online registration is preferred. If you are unable to register online, please contact us directly.

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REMINDERS

• Registration is limited and is based on availability; please register early.
• Deposits are nonrefundable, but may be transferred to another week of camp based on availability.
• Late payments will result in a $10 late fee per child, per week. All payments must be made before a child can attend camp each week. 
• Registration closes 7 days prior to the start of the camp week. Please make note of each due date (listed on page 21 of the Camp Guide) as this policy will be strictly enforced.

REGISTRATION INFORMATION & FORMS 

2021 Summer Day Camp Guide

2021 Parent Handbook

Payment Authorization Form

Alternate Arrival & Release Agreement

Camp Change/Cancellation Form

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MEDICAL INFORMATION FORMS

Administer Medication Form

Child Health Report (Required for 2-4 year olds)

Immunization Record

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DCF PUBLICATIONS

It Shouldn't Hurt To Be A Child

Your Guide To Regulated Child Care

Wisconsin Licensing Rules for Day Camps

FULL WEEK OPTION

Children attend all five days during the chosen week and participate in all camp activities. 

Ages 5-13: $229/Member, $259/Program Participant.

THE SCIENCE OF BUGS

WEEK 1 | June 13-17

Calling all future entomologists! Did you know that insects have exoskeletons? That means their skeleton is on the outside of their body! Join us as we dive into learning all about bugs- their life cycles, their bodies, and so much more.

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MINI MICHELANGELOS

WEEK 2 | June 20-24

All children are artists! Individual creativity, even from very young, can be expressed through art. From paint to clay to oil pastels, campers will enjoy exploring their imagination through art while also learning about different famous artists.

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WONDEROUS WISCONSIN

WEEK 3 | June 27 - June 30*

Wisconsin is our home, and there is so much to learn about it! This week, we’ll learn about our state and what makes being a Wisconsinite so great! We will explore cheese making, agriculture and farming, famous musicians, Wisconsin animals and habitats.

*No STEAM Camp on July 1.

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SHOOT FOR THE STARS

WEEK 4 | July 5-8*

Find your place among the stars this week! Discover the depth of space, learn about black holes, try astronauts' food, and create intergalactic art. Let's Blast off!

*No STEAM Camp on July 4.

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SENSATIONAL SAFARI

WEEK 5 | July 11-15

Hippos, elephants, and lions- oh my! This week, we’ll explore all different types of animals. We’ll create habitats, learn about camouflage, and discover our own imaginative species.

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SURVIVAL SKILLS

WEEK 6 | July 18-22

Can you survive on your own? This week you will learn to identify plants, navigate maps and use a compass!

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WEATHER REPORT

WEEK 7 | July 25-29

Campers will delight in learning about weather patterns and some natural disasters. How rainy is it outside this week? How fast is the wind? Build your own rain gauge and anemometer, keep a weather diary, listen to the sound of rain with a homemade rain stick, or create summer snowflakes right at camp.

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DO IT YOURSELF WEEK

WEEK 8 | August 1-5

Camp is a giant makerspace this week! It’s time to dig into your imagination and make your creations come to life learning how all things work!

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MOTHER EARTH

WEEK 9 | August 8-12

Learn about saving the earth through recycling, how to grow plants, and creating your own compost bins!

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EDIBLE SCIENCE

WEEK 10 | August 15-19

Chemistry is all around us- especially in the kitchen. We’ll explore states of matter, freezing and boiling points, and nutrition as we taste test lots of yummy snacks!

FULL WEEK OPTION

MON-FRI | 12:00-6:00 PM

Children attend all five days during the chosen week and participate in all camp activities. 

Ages 5-13: $138/Member, $160/Program Participant.

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3-DAY OPTION

MON-FRI | 12:00-6:00 PM

Children attend three days during the week and participate in all traditional camp activities on the chosen days. Days of the week must be selected at the time of registration.

Ages 5-13: $92/Member, $108/Program Participant.