Birchwood Camp

4.9

17161 David Blackburn Road, Chugiak, AK 99567

Outdoor & adventure
Sports
Art
Dance
Music
Outdoor & adventure
Sports
Art
Dance
Music
Boys & girls aged 6-18•Mon–Sun from 0•25/day & 100/week
Boys & girls aged 6-18
Mon–Sun from 0
25/day & 100/week

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**Alaska adventure, faith, and nature for kids**

This camp offers an authentic Alaskan adventure with canoeing, hiking, creative arts, and faith-building in a welcoming environment. Children build friendships and confidence while exploring nature and taking a break from screens. With a caring staff and thoughtful programs, kids thrive. The camp is open year-round for retreats and rentals, is accredited, and provides scholarships.
This camp offers an authentic Alaskan adventure with canoeing, hiking, creative arts, and faith-building in a welcoming environment. Children build friendships and confidence while exploring nature and taking a break from screens. With a caring staff and thoughtful programs, kids thrive. The camp is open year-round for retreats and rentals, is accredited, and provides scholarships.

Location & hours

17161 David Blackburn Road, Chugiak, AK 99567

Monday

8AM - 4:30PM

Tuesday

8AM - 4:30PM

Wednesday

8AM - 4:30PM

Thursday

8AM - 4:30PM

Friday

8AM - 4:30PM

Saturday

8AM - 4:30PM

Sunday

Closed

Activities

Swimming
Canoeing
Kayaking
Paddleboarding
Hiking
Challenge Course
Team Building
Faith Activities
Music
Art
Drama
Dance
Camping
Outdoor Education
Archery
Ice Skating
Sledding
Wilderness Skills
Survival Skills
Community Building
Nature Exploration
Boating
Retreat Activities
Environmental Education
Outdoor & adventure
Sports
Art
Dance
Music
Swimming
Canoeing
Kayaking
Paddleboarding
Hiking
Challenge Course
Team Building
Faith Activities
Music
Art
Drama
Dance
Camping
Outdoor Education
Archery
Ice Skating
Sledding
Wilderness Skills
Survival Skills
Community Building
Nature Exploration
Boating
Retreat Activities
Environmental Education

Schedule

Sun
Mon
Tues
Wed
Thurs
Fri
Sat

8:00 AM

-

Schedule may vary based on day of the week or extended care.

Pricing

$85-$111

/day

$$600-$775

/week

Summer camp pricing
Member rate: $675
Non-member rate: $695
Orange County YMCA rate: $775 for 8 days/7 nights
YMCA of the Desert: $600 for one week
Day Camp (local residents, ages 6-13): July 21-25, 2025
Financial assistance is available through the Open Doors program (apply by May 9, 2025).
Pricing typically includes accommodations, meals, activities, a camp t-shirt, and sometimes transportation and a photo yearbook.
Member discounts available.
Registration for 2025 is open, but some programs are already full.
No daily drop-in option; rates are based on full sessions.
Summer camp pricing
Member rate: $675
Non-member rate: $695
Orange County YMCA rate: $775 for 8 days/7 nights
YMCA of the Desert: $600 for one week
Day Camp (local residents, ages 6-13): July 21-25, 2025
Financial assistance is available through the Open Doors program (apply by May 9, 2025).
Pricing typically includes accommodations, meals, activities, a camp t-shirt, and sometimes transportation and a photo yearbook.
Member discounts available.
Registration for 2025 is open, but some programs are already full.
No daily drop-in option; rates are based on full sessions.

Visit YMCA Camp Oakes's website for the latest and most accurate pricing info.

Additional information

Food: All meals and snacks are included in the camp fee, so you don’t have to worry about packing lunches.
Transportation is sometimes included, depending on the YMCA branch you register with.
Camp Oakes is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA), ensuring high safety and program standards.
There’s a special day camp session for local residents in July.
The camp is fully co-ed and welcomes children of all backgrounds.
Financial assistance is available for qualifying families; don’t hesitate to ask about support if you need it.
Food: All meals and snacks are included in the camp fee, so you don’t have to worry about packing lunches.
Transportation is sometimes included, depending on the YMCA branch you register with.
Camp Oakes is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA), ensuring high safety and program standards.
There’s a special day camp session for local residents in July.
The camp is fully co-ed and welcomes children of all backgrounds.
Financial assistance is available for qualifying families; don’t hesitate to ask about support if you need it.

Birthdays

No birthday party hosting information found

Affiliations:

YMCA, ACA

Hours of operation

Monday

8AM - 4:30PM

Tuesday

8AM - 4:30PM

Wednesday

8AM - 4:30PM

Thursday

8AM - 4:30PM

Friday

8AM - 4:30PM

Saturday

8AM - 4:30PM

Sunday

Closed

Extras

Birthdays

Food

ACA

Accessible

Food

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What people are saying

4.9
My child loved the activities and caring staff!

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