Bushy Hill Day Camp

4.7

253 Bushy Hill Road, Ivoryton, CT 06442

Outdoor & adventure
Sports
Art
STEM
Outdoor & adventure
Sports
Art
STEM
Boys & girls aged 4-15•Mon–Fri from 7:30AM–6PM•25/day & 100/week
Boys & girls aged 4-15
Mon–Fri from 7:30AM–6PM
25/day & 100/week

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Nature, adventure, and lifelong friendships for kids

This camp is a great place for kids to experience the outdoors, make friends, and build confidence. It offers a huge natural property, a caring staff, and a nature-based philosophy. Programs are available for ages 4-15, with flexible care options, and a welcoming community. Kids can be themselves, unplugged, and joyful. The camp is part of a historic center and offers financial aid and bus transportation.
This camp is a great place for kids to experience the outdoors, make friends, and build confidence. It offers a huge natural property, a caring staff, and a nature-based philosophy. Programs are available for ages 4-15, with flexible care options, and a welcoming community. Kids can be themselves, unplugged, and joyful. The camp is part of a historic center and offers financial aid and bus transportation.

Location & hours

253 Bushy Hill Road, Ivoryton, CT 06442

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

Hiking
Swimming
Nature Exploration
Team Building
Canoeing
Wildlife Observation
Low Ropes
Outdoor Living Skills
Archery
Plant Identification
Tracking
Fire Building
Field Games
Water Trampolines
Water Slide
Water Mats
Row Boats
Arts & Crafts
Fishing
Farm Visits
Tree Identification
Bird Observation
Insect Observation
Board Games
Card Games
Sports
Wetlands Exploration
Campfire Cooking
Group Games
Snackertainment
Outdoor & adventure
Sports
Art
STEM
Hiking
Swimming
Nature Exploration
Team Building
Canoeing
Wildlife Observation
Low Ropes
Outdoor Living Skills
Archery
Plant Identification
Tracking
Fire Building
Field Games
Water Trampolines
Water Slide
Water Mats
Row Boats
Arts & Crafts
Fishing
Farm Visits
Tree Identification
Bird Observation
Insect Observation
Board Games
Card Games
Sports
Wetlands Exploration
Campfire Cooking
Group Games
Snackertainment

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

4.7
My child loved the activities and caring staff!

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