

Trek Camp
Experience a new adventure each week as small groups of campers, entering grades 5-6, are engaged in awesome activities in the great outdoors by our super fun Y staff.
Experience a new adventure each week as small groups of campers, entering grades 5-6, are engaged in awesome activities in the great outdoors by our super fun Y staff.
Make new friends and explore the community around you through exciting outdoor adventures! Trek Camp embeds independence and camper choice into fun weekly themes, creating an engaging experience all summer long for tweens entering grades 5–6.
A new theme is creatively woven into the day's activities every week to keep your camper excited and engaged! Choose your favorite week or attend all ten for a summer full of non-stop adventure, fun, and friend-making.
June 26-30
Explore the great nearby! Start with your backyard and learn the basics of travel, sight-seeing, and safety as you plan and head out on local trips.
July 5-7
Get to know the outdoors while you develop your skills in hiking, outdoor survival, and much more in this awesome week of exploration.
July 10-14
Get ready to participate in every type of game imaginable. From TV show themed contests to games and sports, this week has it all!
July 17-21
Learn new cooking skills when you plan your own menu, shop for ingredients, and eat your creations with new friends.
July 24-28
Explore countless mediums from cartooning to plays and pottery to music. Get ready to be inspired by this creativity-packed week!
July 31-August 4
Learn about the waters all around you as you explore the marine life and waterways that make our region special. Explore tide pools, rivers, and more!
August 7-11
Be a super fan! Spend a week trying out classic sports games and experiencing your local teams practice and compete.
August 14-18
Get out there and enjoy local lakes, rivers, and beaches with swimming, paddling, and more!
August 21-25
Adventure awaits you and fellow campers as you solve challenges and compete to be the ultimate winners in this awesome colorful war week.
August 28-30
With school right around the corner, kick back for one last week of summer fun by reliving some of the best activities from past weeks of Trek Camp.
There is no Trek Camp on July 3 or 4, however many Outdoor Day Camp locations offer a special single-day camp on July 3. Register >>
For programs in Shoreline Public Schools, camp starts June 28.
For programs in Seattle Public Schools, camp starts July 5.
Y Day Camps are always nearby at your local elementary schools, churches, and Y facilities. We offer Trek Camp locations across King and south Snohomish counties. Find yours below.
Camp Terry
Address: 31112 SE 85th Pl, Preston
Choose to drop-off directly at camp in Preston or at the Coal Creek Family YMCA in Newcastle.
Learn more about Trek Camp hours, registration, financial aid, and fees below. Read the complete list of answers to Summer Day Camp Frequently Asked Questions here.
Trek Camp runs Monday–Friday from 9:00 am–4:00 pm.
Important Dates:
If your child is entering grades 5 or 6 this fall, then yes, they can be a Trek Camp camper!
If your child turns age 10 after June 26, you will need to call our registration team for an override at (206) 382-5022 as our system recognizes ages by the start of summer in June rather than specific weekly sessions.
Registration for day camp will open in March as follows:
Weekly camp registration closes on the Wednesday prior to the camp session at 5:00 pm. For example, for camp starting on July 10, registration would close on July 5 at 5:00 pm.
Yes, the Y is committed to ensuring all families have access to quality and enriching camp programs. The Y provides financial assistance and a sliding fee schedule.
Please complete this short two minute form to learn more about financial assistance. Our staff we be in contact with you within 3-5 business days once the form is received.
A deposit of $15 per week, per camper is due upon registration. Payments draft on the Saturday two weeks prior to each camp session. For example, for camp starting on July 10, payment would be draft on July 1.
The Y is committed to ensuring all families have access to quality and enriching camp programs. The Y provides financial assistance and a sliding fee schedule. Please complete this short two minute form to learn more about financial assistance. Our staff we be in contact with you within 3-5 business days once the form is received.
We hope to offer field trips to enrichment activities, local parks, and beaches that align with the weekly themes.
For cancellations, changes, or transfers, we require written notice via this form by end of day on Wednesday, 12 days prior to the start of the session week. For example, for camp starting on July 10, cancellations must be made by June 28.
Camp deposits are non-refundable and may not be transferred to account balances except for other camp programs. The Y reserves the right to charge a $25 fee for multiple registration changes. No refunds or credits will be given for absences, withdrawals, disciplinary suspensions, or removal of a camper.
Failure to complete requirements for attendance, including paperwork and payment, that result in days missed from camp will not be refunded or credited.
Please email us at registration@seattleymca.org or call (206) 382-5022 and press 3. Our registration team is available between the hours of 7:00 am–5:00 pm, Monday–Friday.
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