Banner Day Camp

4.6

1177 Riverwoods Road, Lake Forest, Illinois 60045

Outdoor & adventure
Sports
Art
STEM
Dance
Outdoor & adventure
Sports
Art
STEM
Dance
Boys & girls aged 3-14•Mon–Fri from 9AM–0•25/day & 100/week
Boys & girls aged 3-14
Mon–Fri from 9AM–0
25/day & 100/week

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Confidence, friendships, and adventure every summer day

Kids build confidence, friendships, and independence in a safe, nurturing environment. With a huge range of activities and caring staff, every child is encouraged to try new things and grow at their own pace. Door-to-door transportation and flexible options make it easy for families, while the focus on fun and personal growth means your child will look forward to every day.
Kids build confidence, friendships, and independence in a safe, nurturing environment. With a huge range of activities and caring staff, every child is encouraged to try new things and grow at their own pace. Door-to-door transportation and flexible options make it easy for families, while the focus on fun and personal growth means your child will look forward to every day.

Location & hours

1177 Riverwoods Road, Lake Forest, Illinois 60045

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
Rock Climbing
Zip Line
Arts & Crafts
Sports
Archery
Go Karts
Cooking
Basketball
Soccer
Baseball
Waterslides
Fishing
Canoeing
Kayaking
High Ropes Course
Drama
Dance
Gymnastics
Bungee Trampoline
Ceramics
Flag Football
GaGa
Paddle Boats
Nature Center
STEM & Design
Aqua Climbing Wall
Bumper Boats
Dune Buggies
Painting
Rocketry
Juggling
Banner Farm
Sewing
Jewelry Making
Drumming
Yoga
Storytelling
Outdoor & adventure
Sports
Art
STEM
Dance
Swimming
Rock Climbing
Zip Line
Arts & Crafts
Sports
Archery
Go Karts
Cooking
Basketball
Soccer
Baseball
Waterslides
Fishing
Canoeing
Kayaking
High Ropes Course
Drama
Dance
Gymnastics
Bungee Trampoline
Ceramics
Flag Football
GaGa
Paddle Boats
Nature Center
STEM & Design
Aqua Climbing Wall
Bumper Boats
Dune Buggies
Painting
Rocketry
Juggling
Banner Farm
Sewing
Jewelry Making
Drumming
Yoga
Storytelling

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

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What people are saying

4.6
My child loved the activities and caring staff!

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