--- title: "Vacation Camp" description: "When schools are out, the YMCA’s Vacation Camp is here to save the day! " type: article version: 1 version_id: "a4f4a97a-7f7b-4f9c-8e48-4adcdeb0aa02" generated_at: "2026-04-29T16:31:35.860Z" author: "school district" language: en reading_time: "7 min" word_count: 1210 keywords: ["Add an Awesome Headline", "My Y Account", "Sign Up For E-News"] url: "https://metroymcas.org/vacation-camp" --- # Vacation Camp > When schools are out, the YMCA’s Vacation Camp is here to save the day! ## Key Takeaways - Find Your Best Self.Find Your Y. - Vacation Camp - School Days Off - My Y Account - Locations - Sign Up For E-News ## Contents - [Find Your Best Self.Find Your Y.](#find-your-best-self-find-your-y) - [Vacation Camp - School Days Off](#vacation-camp-school-days-off) - [My Y Account](#my-y-account) - [Locations](#locations) - [Sign Up For E-News](#sign-up-for-e-news) # VACATION CAMP - SCHOOL DAYS OFF ## Find Your Best Self. Find Your Y. #### [](/hs/cta/wi/redirect?encryptedPayload=AVxigLLbgxYgQ%2F%2FhIrm1Wj3j64nWkEviKlzxP%2F2G4fDmxOkmldbgJH4fjwwO3pmDAGm8mM6Q6LAk92AKWgDBwyDlHGkk53IhoUQufUJIEsCAj8wrDpyAkYqvEmyS5SlCOFMQpq5jebc1kEYQUMsOCZA2QCs9heRyvigWOkiGJly7ex%2BWw2EpVmCfg9sHYFu8nA%3D%3D&webInteractiveContentId=191314238220&portalId=6824522&hsLang=en) # Add an Awesome Headline #### Plus, some additional information make this section look awesome. ## Vacation Camp - School Days Off During the school year, when schools close for parent/teacher conference days, single-day holidays and longer holiday breaks, the YMCA offers full-day child care at select branches so that kids have a place to play and learn. Notes: Pre-registration may be necessary. Dates may vary by school district, so parents should check their school district calendars. ## My Y Account Register for programs, classes and more! SGA Pulse is our new member account management system designed to make your YMCA experience more seamless. With Pulse, you’ll enjoy an easier check-in process, streamlined program registration and class sign-ups, and improved communication with your Y. [Member Login](https://ymcaoranges.sgasoftware.com/Sales/Login?LoginType=1&ReturnURL=~m82ohVsQ5gg.) ## Locations - East Orange YMCA (Ages 6-13) Time: 8:00am-6:00pm Cost: $39/day-members $44-Community Members Dates: Mon, Feb 16 - Camp Sweetheart Tue, Mar 10 - Game On Wed, Mar 11 - Color Wars Mon, Apr 6 - Camp Explorers Tue, Apr 7 - Messy Madness Wed, Apr 8 - Spring Carnival Thu, Apr 9 - STEAM Quest Fri, Apr 10 - Camp’s Got Talent School Age Available on days when East Orange Public Schools are closed, and Summer Camp is not in session, our School's Out Vacation Camp will solve your child care needs. Children have fun in an enjoyable environment, supervised by YMCA school-aged child care staff. Children should come prepared with sneakers. Location: East Orange YMCA Time: 7:45 AM - 6:30 PM Ages: 6 -13 years Contact: Welcome Center, 973-673-5588 or [email](mailto:eowelcome@metroymcas.org)  [DATES & THEMES](https://metroymcas.org/hubfs/East_Orange_YMCA_Vacation_Camp_Dates_%26_Themes_2025-2026_School_Year.pdf?hsLang=en) [FAQs](https://metroymcas.org/hubfs/_%20%20EOY%20FAQs%202025-2026%20%20\(2\).pdf?hsLang=en) [SITE PHONE NUMBERS](https://metroymcas.org/hubfs/EO%20Site%20Phone%20Numbers%20-%20Sheet1.pdf?hsLang=en) [REGISTER NOW](https://ymcaoranges.sgasoftware.com/Sales/Product?MemberID=0&CurrentFamilyID=0&ProductID=&UnitID=&DT=List&DS=0&CheckEligibility=True&Age=5&DL=10&Gender=B&BranchID=140&ProductTypeID=760&IncludeWaitList=True&StartDateFrom=&StartDateTo=&BeginTime=&EndTime=) Preschool Location: East Orange YMCA Time: 7:45 AM - 6:30 PM Ages: 3-6 years Contact: Welcome Center, 973-673-5588 or [email](mailto:eowelcome@metroymcas.org%C2%A0) [REGISTER NOW](https://ymcaoranges.sgasoftware.com/Sales/Product?MemberID=0&CurrentFamilyID=0&ProductID=&UnitID=&DT=List&DS=0&CheckEligibility=True&Age=5&DL=10&Gender=B&BranchID=140&ProductTypeID=760&IncludeWaitList=True&StartDateFrom=&StartDateTo=&BeginTime=&EndTime=) - New Milford YMCA Program Center (Grades K-6) The New Milford YMCA Program Center will be hosting Vacation Camps during the school year at 1092 Carnation Drive, New Milford, NJ. Vacation Camp runs from 7:30am - 6pm Vacation Camp is $55 per day/per participant. Dates: Monday, February 16 Tuesday, February 17 [CAMP THEMES](https://metroymcas.org/hubfs/GB%20Vacation%20Camp%20Themes-%202024-2025.pdf?hsLang=en) [REGISTER NOW](https://ymcaoranges.sgasoftware.com/Sales/Product?MemberID=0&CurrentFamilyID=0&ProductID=&UnitID=&DT=List&DS=0&CheckEligibility=True&Age=-1&DL=10&Gender=B&BranchID=120&ProductTypeID=760&IncludeWaitList=True&StartDateFrom=&StartDateTo=&BeginTime=&EndTime=) - South Mountain YMCA (Grades K-5) School Age Child Care Ages: K-5th Grade Location: St. Joseph’s Church, Maplewood, NJ Time: 7:15am - 6pm Contact: Welcome Center 973-762-4145  Dates: February 13 & 16 March 20  March 30 & 31 April 1, 2 & 3 [REGISTER NOW](https://ymcaoranges.sgasoftware.com/Sales/Product?MemberID=0&CurrentFamilyID=0&ProductID=&UnitID=&DT=List&DS=0&CheckEligibility=True&Age=5&DL=10&Gender=B&BranchID=180&ProductTypeID=760&IncludeWaitList=True&StartDateFrom=&StartDateTo=&BeginTime=&EndTime=) Preschool Child Care Location: YMCA Program Center, 13 Jefferson Ave Time: 8am-4pm Contact: Welcome Center 973-762-4145 Dates: March 31 April 1 & 2 [REGISTER NOW](https://ymcaoranges.sgasoftware.com/Sales/Product?ProductTypeID=100-999&ItemID=528&DT=List&SearchText=South%20Mountain%20YMCA%20-%20Preschool%20Vacation%20Camp) - Sussex County YMCA (Ages 3-12) Kids ages 3-12 will enjoy action-packed fun in a safe, welcoming environment, all under the care of our awesome YMCA staff. Register for as many days as you need.  Splash-ready? Come dressed with your swimsuit underneath! Hungry for adventure? Pack a full nut-free lunch and snacks! Ready to play? Sneakers are a must! Oops moments? Bring a towel and a change of clothes! Oh, and don’t forget—children must be potty trained. Location: Sussex County YMCA Time: 8a.m.-6p.m.Ages: 3-12 years (must be potty trained) - Activities include swimming, gym games, STEAM activities (subject to availability)  - Pre-registration required and camp(s) run based on enrollment Dates: February 16 & 17 April 3, 6, 7, 8, 9 & 10 [REGISTER TODAY](https://ymcaoranges.sgasoftware.com/Sales/Product?MemberID=0&CurrentFamilyID=0&ProductID=&UnitID=&DT=List&DS=0&CheckEligibility=True&Age=-1&DL=10&Gender=B&BranchID=190&ProductTypeID=760&IncludeWaitList=True&StartDateFrom=&StartDateTo=&BeginTime=&EndTime=) - West Essex YMCA (Grades K - 5) Children should bring swimwear, a towel for swim, snack and water bottle. Location: West Essex YMCA Time: 7:30am - 6:00pm Grades: K-5 Dates: February 16, 17, 18, 19, 20 March 20, 30 and 31 April 1, 2, 3 [CAMP THEMES](https://metroymcas.org/hubfs/Vacation_Camp_September_2025.pdf?hsLang=en) [REGISTER NOW](https://ymcaoranges.sgasoftware.com/Sales/Product?MemberID=0&CurrentFamilyID=0&ProductID=&UnitID=&DT=List&DS=0&CheckEligibility=True&Age=-1&DL=10&Gender=B&BranchID=170&ProductTypeID=760&IncludeWaitList=True&StartDateFrom=&StartDateTo=&BeginTime=&EndTime=)  ## Sign Up For E-News Stay up-to-date on all things Y. We care about your privacy and will never sell or give your email address to anyone. --- ## About This Content **Source:** [Vacation Camp](https://metroymcas.org/vacation-camp) **Author:** school district *This content is provided for informational purposes. Please visit the original source for the most up-to-date information.*