YMCA Camp Piomingo
YMCA Camp Piomingo offers traditional overnight camp activities on a large property with a lake.
▌ Editor's read The provided URL is for the Operation Purple Camp program, which is run by the National Military Family Association. This program partners with various camps across the US, including YMCA Camp Piomingo, to offer free week-long overnight summer camp experiences for military children. The website emphasizes building friendships, developing coping skills, and providing a fun environment for children aged 7-17. While the site details the program's mission and activities, it does not provide specific operational details for YMCA Camp Piomingo itself, such as staff ratios or accreditation status. A Google search for 'YMCA Camp Piomingo' reveals a 4.7-star rating from 116 reviews, with reviewers often praising the camp's positive impact on children and the variety of activities offered. The National Military Family Association, which runs Operation Purple Camp, is a non-profit organization. Information regarding specific licensing for YMCA Camp Piomingo or background check policies for its staff was not available on the Operation Purple Camp website.
Who thrives here Ages 6–16
YMCA Camp Piomingo sits in the upper-elementary to middle-school window where specialization starts to mean something. Kids in this band often want to go deeper on one thing rather than rotate through five, and many camps begin offering pre-CIT (counselor-in-training) tracks here. The right specialty fit at this age depends on whether the child wants more autonomy or still wants the safety of a structured rhythm.
Facts & Credentials
- Program type
- Overnight camp
- ACA accredited
- Not verified
- Established
- Not listed
- Operator
- Not listed
- Staff-to-camper ratio
- Not listed
Details
- Category: Specialty
- Ages: 6–16
- Address: 1950 Otter Creek Rd, Brandenburg, KY 40108
- Phone: (502) 942-2616
- Email: [email protected]
- Cost notes: Free for military-connected children
Logistics
- Lunch provided: Yes
- Transportation: No
- Financial aid: No
- Setting: outdoor
Planning guides
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