Camp Colman programs are age-specific to bring out the best in everyone. Traditional campers may be entering grades 1-11, but not all sessions are available to all grades. Each camper is assigned by age and gender to a cabin, which features full bath/shower facilities and is supervised by at least two college-aged counselors. Younger campers try their hand at camp activities with close supervision and bedtime routines to help them feel comfortable sleeping away from home. Older campers discover activities like the high ropes course, canoeing, marine exploration, vertical playpen, biking, the Camp Colman catwalk and leadership opportunities in addition to all the traditional camp activities. All campers are given daily choices from a variety of activities, such as arts projects, swimming, boating, archery, climbing, sports and the giant swing. Days end with campfires, skits, singing, laughter and gorgeous sunsets over the Olympic Mountains.

Campers create their own pirate identity through crafts, games and water and land based activities. Treasure maps and treasure hunts abound!

Under the direction of Y staff and local artists, campers explore a range of visual and performance arts.

Explore, build, learn: fort building, wilderness living skills, marine science and forest ecology.

Under the instruction of experienced staff, kids learn canoeing techniques, explore the saltwater lagoon and enjoy an overnight trip to a nearby beach in the calm south Puget Sound.

Learn sailing skills in Colman's Hobie Cat and Sunfish sailboats on Camp's saltwater lagoon. The week culminates with an overnight sailing trip in Case Inlet.

A high-energy week of traditional activities and team competion. Red and blue teams face off with raft building, relay races and Capture the Flag. Reinforcing good sportsmanship and team spirit is key to the experience.

Offered only Session G (August 12-18), this entire week devoted to Wizardry is a magical experience with activities including Quidditch, a Tri-Wizard Tournament, a Hunt for Horcruxes and much more.

This two-week program includes traditional camp activities as well as leadership training and an overnight canoe trip. LITs have opportunities to lead camp games under the supervision of Y staff.

This two-week session expands on Leader in Training with additional leadership skill building. JLs have the opportunity to assist counselors during activities and recreation periods. JLs also plan a campfire and other all-camp activities.

Teens pursuing camp leadership roles join this 4-week program learning the challenges, joys and responsibilities of being a counselor. Application and interview required. For more information on the CIT program, visit http://campcolman.blogspot.com. CIT Application materials are at left under the "Find It Fast" section (Information, Application, and Registration Form).

Our internship program is a unique, multi-faceted leadership experience that prepares teens for future positions of responsibility. The internship offers a great chance to develop your resume, gain work experience and build friendships.