Summer Camp Directory
Summer Camp Directory
YMCA Camp Ernst
What we're all about...
Helping people grow in spirit, mind, body, and friendship since 1928. YMCA Camp Ernst is the most popular summer camp in the Greater Cincinnati area. Steeped in tradition and built on the YMCA values of honesty, caring, responsibility and respect, Camp Ernst hosts campers who enjoy top-notch counselors and make friends, doing a wide variety of activities including our ropes course, 100 ft waterslide, archery, horseback riding, and much more!
Our camp address
YMCA Camp Ernst
7615 Camp Ernst Rd
Burlington
KY
41005
Founded:
1928
Type:
Day Overnight/Sleepaway
Age Range:
6-15
Campers:
Co-ed
Lodging:
Cabins, lodges
Capacity:
500 campers
Accreditation
American Camp Association
What we offer...
Activities
Archery, Slingshots, Nature, Hiking, Fishing, Candle-making, Canoeing, Stand-up-paddleboarding, Waterslide, Nature, Kayaking, Horseback riding, Zipline, High ropes challenge course, Sports, Games, Crafts, Gaga, Carpetball, Capture the Flag
Cost & Sessions
One week overnight camp: $895
One week overnight horse camp: $925
Half Week camp: $475
Half Week horse camp: $495
One week day camp (9am-4pm): $300-385
One week horse day camp: $420
Camp Q&A
How do we screen staff?
Ratio of campers to staff?
What are our safety & security policies?
How do we handle disciplinary issues?
What medical resources are available?
What's our typical daily schedule?
How do we help campers with homesickness?
What percentage of campers return to camp?
What kind of food is served?
Can parents visit camp?
How do campers communicate with parents?
Are references available?
What's our policy regarding phones and digital devices?
Is tuition assistance available?