Broad Meadow Brook Nature Camp

4.7

414 Massasoit Road, Worcester, MA 01604

Outdoor & adventure
STEM
Art
Academic.
Outdoor & adventure
STEM
Art
Academic.
Boys & girls aged 4-16Mon–Fri from 8AM5:30PM25/day & 100/week
Boys & girls aged 4-16
Mon–Fri from 8AM5:30PM
25/day & 100/week

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Nature discovery and adventure in Worcester’s backyard

Kids get hands-on with nature in a safe, supportive setting. Your child will build confidence, curiosity, and friendships while exploring woods, meadows, and wetlands. Caring staff foster a love of wildlife and the outdoors through creative activities and teamwork. Campers spend most of their day outdoors, rain or shine. Sibling discounts and financial aid are available. Register early.
Kids get hands-on with nature in a safe, supportive setting. Your child will build confidence, curiosity, and friendships while exploring woods, meadows, and wetlands. Caring staff foster a love of wildlife and the outdoors through creative activities and teamwork. Campers spend most of their day outdoors, rain or shine. Sibling discounts and financial aid are available. Register early.

Location & hours

414 Massasoit Road, Worcester, MA 01604

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

nature exploration
hiking
animal adaptations
climate change education
birding
wildlife observation
habitat discovery
outdoor games
arts and crafts
environmental education
conservation awareness
sustainability learning
stream exploration
wetland studies
forest ecology
meadow exploration
nature-based play
sensory activities
butterfly watching
team building
noncompetitive games
songs
stories
field trips
outdoor discovery
guided inquiry
bog exploration
turtle observation
insect study
tree identification
Outdoor & adventure
STEM
Art
Academic.
nature exploration
hiking
animal adaptations
climate change education
birding
wildlife observation
habitat discovery
outdoor games
arts and crafts
environmental education
conservation awareness
sustainability learning
stream exploration
wetland studies
forest ecology
meadow exploration
nature-based play
sensory activities
butterfly watching
team building
noncompetitive games
songs
stories
field trips
outdoor discovery
guided inquiry
bog exploration
turtle observation
insect study
tree identification

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.

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!