Member Testimonials
Always geared towards kids having fun and safe
The program is great for all ages and the personnel very professional.
Keeps kids active and socialized! Love that they get plenty of water play time and that they have so many counselors on site
Fun yet simple summer activities encourage a love of the western North Carolina outdoors and interaction with new friends without any technology. My kids have consistently said that they appreciate a break from cell phones, technology, and social media. They can just be silly, creative kids for a few weeks.
My daughter loves camp Watia!
The staff of this camp makes it so special and unique. My kids rave about their counselors and the rest of the camp staff every year.
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I like the values that are instilled, the strong community that is formed, the kindness that is expected, and the opportunity for young people to have healthy, full-on fun in the outdoors with caring mentors. It’s an exceptional gift to families and kids.
My children have been going to Watia for several years now. My daughter’s first stay was when she was in second grade. She is now a rising 10th grader. She looks forward to the friendships she makes and all of the fun activities. She always comes home excited about next summer. My son thrives at camp Watia. He loves the activities and mock rock! The counselors are exceptional. We spend several weeks after camp talking about the amazing counselors and directors. Names continue to pop up in our conversations weeks and even months after camp.
My kids are very different and they both find belonging at Camp Watia! They come back with stories and memories, having made new friends and increased independence. We love Camp Watia and think it’s the best!
Lots of activity choices. Fun field trips. Strong communication from staff. 6 year old loves “fort-side” and “Gaga ball”.
CONSTRUCTIVE FEEDBACK: It would be preferable to have an indoor place to keep lunchboxes. Even with multiple ice packs, lunches are warm by lunch time, and our kids are less interested in eating - which means low energy and grumpiness later in the day. Know it’s tough with so many kids but please consider! Thanks.
Mountain biking. Horseback riding. White water rafting. The adventure camp. Staff.
Las actividades!
Keep the kid busy and stay active…
We love the opportunities provided to kids through summer camp, especially the tween adventure camp!
The opportunities brought to the kids for continued learning throughout the summer (pottery, science museum, etc.). While also providing many outdoor and summer filled activities for each kid to enjoy.
Loved the horse riding add on option.
Loved nature program.
Super easy communication with staff and parents. Good variety of activities for all ages.
Communication about scheduling. Variety of activities for the kids to experience weekly with fun field trips. Accessibility of location. Wonderful team of staff!
Our son has attended for three years. He is enjoying the opportunity to be a Councilor in Training this summer (CILT). He even had an thirty minute Zoom interview. What an amazing leadership training opportunity to offer a twelve year old. Way to go YMCA. Thanks for all you do for WNC and our kids.
-Mark & Ingrid
Easy drop off and pick up
Awesome fun safe and my kid loves them. Lots of outdoors and learning.
I love the outdoor/nature focus of the Beaverdam camp and they do fun activities and outings for the kids each week. My 6 year old loves going everyday!
My kids love summer camp at the Y. Camp allows them to have fun and stay connected with friends while I work during the day. The counselors are all great!
Our kids have loved their first summer at the YMCA Beaverdam camp. Thanks so much to the staff!!!
MY CHILD HAD A BLAST! THANKFUL FOR PROGRAM! SHE LOVED IT
The mix of activities/field trips for the children to participate in. The whole day camp coverage care.
Plenty of socialization and excursions in the summer months
I love how active they keep the kiddos! All the field trips, the special events, the different areas they have to be creative in! My son hasn't asked for his electronic in two weeks!! Huge win!! Thank you YMCA Summer Camp at Beaverdam and all the AMAZING, dedicated staff!!
Love that there’s a weekly theme, engaging activities every day, field trips, regular pool days with required life jackets, and that the director sends out weekly newsletters to keep parents in the loop!