Ranch

For Campers Ages 12-16

Ranch Camp Program Philosophy

Ranch Camp is designed for campers 12 - 16 years of age who wish to be completely immersed in an equestrian environment. The Ranch is located in a self-contained setting just a mile from North Camp. As a working ranch, campers live in rustic conditions that foster a great sense of camaraderie. Highlights of each two-week session include hosting a Hoe Down for all teen camps or participating in creative team building adventure activities, an overnight campout with their horses, a night ride, and the final rodeo. Ranch focuses on horses and horsemanship through caring for the herd, chores, arena lessons, and trail rides. Campers also have a chance to enjoy other activities that YMCA Storer Camps has to offer including swimming and the zip line. Everyone is welcome at Ranch regardless of prior riding experience.

For the next step, check out the Ranch Rough Riders program

Cabin Arrangements for Ranch

Campers sleep in rustic tent cabins and have access to bathrooms a short walk away. Campers travel from North Camp to the Ranch daily for activities in the barnyard and join the all campers for meals and evening activities.

Meals and Nutrition for Ranch

Ranch campers eat their meals in Malachi Dining Hall. On a rotation basis, campers assist with setting tables and clean-up. Special arrangements for ranch hands with allergies or dietary needs are accommodated.

NEW FOR SUMMER 2021 - INTRODUCING CAMPMINDER

YMCA Storer Camps is pleased to announce a new online registration system for Summer Camp through CampMinder! This new registration system will be your one stop-shop for everything you will need to get your camper set for this upcoming summer at camp. Along with registration, any necessary camp forms (e.g. Health Form, Authorized Grown-Ups form, Cabin Mate Requests) will all be housed in your CampMinder account!

For anyone who was registered in 2019 or 2020, your camper has automatically had an account created for them in our system, and all parents were sent an email explaining how to access their account. If you have questions on how to access your account, please call the camp office at 517-536-8607 or storer@ymcastorercamps.org.

To register for Summer 2021, click the corresponding button below. If are a returning 2019 or 2020 family and have set up your CampMinder account, click "RETURNING FAMILIES REGISTRATION." For all others, click "NEW FAMILIES REGISTRATION."

Forms for your child to attend

Parents - Please download, complete and e-mail, mail or fax any time between date of registration and April 30. If registering after April 30, forms are due upon receipt.

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