Day Camp

Since 1968, the Waterville YMCA has offered an incredible day camp experience at our scenic 32-acre facility on McGrath Pond in Oakland. If you’re a parent looking for a fun, enriching, and safe environment for your child this summer, let us introduce you to Camp Tracy!

What is Camp Tracy?
Camp Tracy is a place where kids from grades K-9 can come together, make new friends, and have a blast! Campers are transported daily from the Alfond Youth & Community Center in Waterville, Maine, to our beautiful campus in Oakland. Here, they engage in various exciting activities designed to keep them moving, learning, and growing.

Why choose Camp Tracy?
Here are just a few reasons why our summer camp is a fantastic choice for your child:

Keep Youth Active: We believe in the power of play and physical activity. From sports to nature hikes, your child will stay active and healthy.
Further Learning and Development: Our programs are designed to support your child’s growth. Through hands-on activities, they’ll develop new skills and interests.
Encourage Socialization & Building Friendships: Camp Tracy provides a welcoming environment where kids can meet others, build friendships, and learn important social skills.
Create Lifetime Memories: The experiences and friendships made at Camp Tracy will last a lifetime, giving your child stories and memories they’ll cherish forever.

Camp Tracy is operated by the Boys & Girls Clubs and YMCA of Greater Waterville at the Alfond Youth & Community Center in Waterville, Maine, and is proudly accredited through the American Camp Association.

Swinging Into Summer Camp Registration – November 1

Exciting news! Summer camp registration opens November 1st! Get ready for an unforgettable summer filled with adventure, learning, and fun. Don’t miss your chance to secure a spot in our action-packed programs—register early and give your child a summer to remember!

Camp Details

Activities & Amenities

Here’s a friendly guide to all the activities and amenities your child can enjoy at our camp:

Amphitheater for Dramatic Play
Archery Range with Sheltered Shooting Stations
Arts & Crafts Activities
Bath House with Showers, Sinks, and Toilets
Boating Area with Canoes, Kayaks, and Paddle Boards
Campfire Activities
Climbing Tower – 40 Feet + Centipede Wall
Courts – Basketball & Tennis
Field Games on Grass & Turf (Maine’s Fenway, Harold Alfond Turf and a Pocket Field)
Indoor Games in the Keller Building
Lean-To’s (Adirondack Style)
LIT Field Trips
Outdoor Education
Pavilion
Ropes Course & Zipline
Walking Trails
Waterfront Area

Affordable Access Program

Helping Families with Childcare Costs

At the AYCC, we’re dedicated to helping families find affordable, quality childcare. We know how important it is to have safe and reliable care for your children, and we’re here to make that easier for you.

We offer financial assistance for some of our childcare programs. Our aim is to connect families with the help they need so that all children can have the best opportunities for safe, high-quality after-school care.

Contact

If you have any questions or need help, please reach out to:

Registrar & Billing Specialist

207-873-0684 / programbilling@clubaycc.org

Financial Assistance

We offer several financial options for families interested in our childcare programs. When you register, you’ll find an application for financial assistance included with the forms. Our Registrar & Billing Specialist will review your application and get in touch to discuss the options available to your family.

Contact Us

If you have any questions or need to reach us, here are our contact details:

Camp Tracy Cell Phone 207-313-3413

Camp Tracy Lodge (office) phone 207-716-1035

Alfond Youth & Community Center 207-873-0684

Email: camps@clubaycc.org

Pat Kearns, Camp Director

Dates & Themes

2025 Sessions & Themes (TBA)

June 23-27
No Camp June 30-July 4
July 7-11
July 14-18
July 21-25
July 28-August 1
August 4-8
August 11-15

Fees & Hours

Sessions

Camp Tracy offers one-week sessions throughout the summer. Financial assistance is available to help with costs. Please see the Family Affordable Access Program Information tab for details.

One-Week Session Rate $285.00 per child

Add On Options

Weekly Bus Transportation $30.00 per child
**NEW FOR 2025!** Overnight Week $200.00

Hours

Camp Hours: Monday-Friday from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm
Before Care: Available from 7:00 am to 8:00 am at Camp Tracy
After Care: Available from 4:00 pm to 5:15 pm at Camp Tracy
Please note that before and after care is not available at the AYCC.

For the safety of all campers, families are required to check their children in and out each day with a counselor on duty. Only authorized individuals listed on the pick-up list can check in and check out children. All individuals must have a photo ID for pick-up.

Bus Transportation

Bus transportation is provided by the AYCC and ensures safe travel for children to and from the AYCC in Waterville to Camp Tracy before and after camp. Camp counselors are present on the bus for attendance and safety purposes.

Please note that bus transportation is not included in the weekly session camp rate and costs an additional $30.00 per child. Your child must be registered for both the camp session and bus transportation.

Morning drop off at the AYCC – between 7:45-8:00 am
Afternoon pick-up at the AYCC – between 4:15-4:30 pm
Before & after care is not available at the AYCC.

Meals

Nutritious Meals & Snacks

Our AYCC Kitchen Staff provides breakfast, two snacks, and lunch options daily for campers. We follow the USDA School Food Nutrition Guidelines.

Families may send their child with a lunch and/or snacks if they prefer. Peanut or nut products are prohibited and the AYCC is unable to refrigerate or microwave items at either location.

Our food program is mainly funded through state and federal grants and as such, we may require families to complete the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Child and Adult Care Food Program application. Completing these forms allows us to provide FREE, quality, nutritious snacks and meals to all our childcare participants, but especially to children who may otherwise go without.

See our Gardens & Greenhouse page for the USDA Federal and State of Maine Non-Discrimination Statements.

Registration, Handbook & Other Documents

You can register for Camp Tracy online or with a paper form. The paper form also has details for our Summer Enrichment Program.

CT Handbook

Day Camp Registration

CIT Registration

Other forms:

Auto-Scheduled Payment Form

Military Childcare Options

In addition to the Boys & Girls Clubs Mission Youth Outreach Program, the AYCC has also partnered with Military Child Care dot Com to offer assistance with childcare costs. Learn more about each program below.

Mission Youth Outreach Military Childcare

Day Camp Age Groups

Stargazers - Grade K

Our traditional camp program focuses on exploring nature and creativity.
Trained staff stay with campers as they enjoy different activities.
Stargazers make new friends, discover talents, and enjoy nature in a safe and fun environment.
Must have completed one year of kindergarten to join.

Pathfinders - Grade 1

A traditional camp program centered on exploring nature.
Trained staff stay with campers throughout their activities.
Pathfinders make friends, discover talents, and enjoy nature in a safe and fun environment.

Trailblazers - Grade 2

A traditional camp program with a focus on nature exploration.
Trained staff stay with campers during all activities.
Trailblazers make friends, discover talents, and enjoy nature in a safe and fun environment.

Pioneers - Grade 3

Traditional camp activities at an intermediate level.
Trained staff stay with campers during all activities.
Activities are designed for fun, skill growth, and trying new things in a safe environment.

Explorers - Grade 4

Campers explore the environment through canoeing, water safety, camping, and archery.
Trained staff stay with campers during all activities.
Activities are designed for fun, skill growth, and trying new things in a safe environment.

Rangers Grades 5 & 6

Rangers have input on their curriculum and activities.
Trained staff stay with campers during all activities.
Activities help Rangers expand skills, discover talents, and push their limits safely.

Leaders In Training (LITs) - Grades 7+

LITs participate in activities like canoeing, outdoor education, swimming, arts and crafts, and ropes courses. We also offer weekly field trips to local attractions.
Campers spend time each day learning leadership skills with Counselors In Training (CITs).
Activities are designed to teach campers about leadership and improve their leadership skills.

Counselors In Training (CITs) - Grades 9+

CITs learn the skills needed to become effective camp counselors.
CIT’s will gain knowledge in:
- Leadership skills
- Camp policies and procedures
- Camp programming
- Camper management
CITs are accepted through an invitation and application process.
To apply, please contact the Camp Director, Pat Kearns, at 207-873-0684 or email camps@clubaycc.org for the application.

We look forward to providing a safe, fun, and enriching camp experience for your child! If you have any questions, please reach out to us.