Every year during the months of June, July, and August, young people gather at camps all over the country. Free from deadlines, rubrics, clubs, practices, and the monotonous yet tedious schedules created for them, these kids and teens swiftly embrace the season of Summer. For those who have the opportunity, camp is a safe haven in many respects. …  Read More
Wishing All of Our Camp Friends and Family a Happy Holiday Season!! Thank You for Your Continued Support.
We gather `round the campfire bright As flakes of snow dance in the night And though the seasons change and turn The Fires of Friendship always burn! Keep the Fires Burning! Happy Holidays and a Joyous New Year From the Staff of the South Mountain YMCA Camps! …  Read More
Capital Campaign Kick-Off Event, Summer Fun Raffle and Best of Berks…
Mark your calendars and join us for our Capital Campaign Kick-Off Event!!! We hope you'll join us in our efforts to create a CAMP FOR ALL! Please dress comfortably (camp-appropriate clothing and footwear). Following an initial presentation, we will be opening the climbing tower, zip-line, archery range and Zorbs for your enjoyment. We will …  Read More
Why Camp Counselors Make Great Leaders
With the summer holidays behind us, many of us can reflect on the childhood adventures of summer camp, with days spent swimming in a lake and nights beside a campfire making s’mores. But summer camp as a powerful training ground for future business leaders? Probably not the first memory that comes to mind. And yet, looking back (fondly) on my …  Read More
South Mountain YMCA Camps hosts over 75 volunteers from local companies for the United Way Day of Caring.
The United Way of Berks County’s Annual Day of Caring promotes volunteerism, community spirit, and unity. South Mountain YMCA Camps was pleased to once again host an enthusiastic and passionate group of individuals from the Berks County community for the United Way Day of Caring on the mountain. The purpose of the United Way of Berks County’s …  Read More