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YMCA Camp Lake Helena

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Camp Lake Helena is a camping branch of YMCA of Pierce and Kitsap Counties located in Port Orchard.

YMCA Camp Lake Helena offers a vibrant day camp where kids explore nature, build confidence, and stay active with swimming, canoeing, archery, hiking, gaga ball, crafts, and outdoor adventure. Located on a 135‑acre forested property with a 5‑acre lake in Port Orchard, this camp provides a safe, supportive environment led by positive mentors. Campers make friends, unplug, and discover new interests through hands-on skill-building and memorable outdoor play.

11/04/2026

At camp, making friends is about more than having fun together. Campers practice kindness, build confidence, and learn what it means to make others feel welcome.

Those lessons don't end when summer does.

This fall, we're challenging our campers to bring a little camp kindness to school. A simple hello, an invitation to join a game, or sitting with someone new can make a big difference.

That's how we make the world a little more like camp. 💚

10/12/2026

🎃 October is full of community fun, and YMCA Camp Lake Helena is joining in!

We're excited to support our local schools, parks, and community partners at several events this month. We'd love to see our camp families, reconnect with familiar faces, and meet some new friends along the way!

🍂 Saturday, October 17 | 10 AM–12:30 PM
SKSD Quest for Camp Cedar Heights Junior High School
South Kitsap School District

🎃 Thursday, October 22 | 5–7 PM
Jack-O-Lantern Jubilee at Tom Taylor Family YMCA & Pearl Street Family YMCA

🍁 Saturday, October 24 | 10 AM–2 PM
Halloween at Port Orchard Farmers Market

👻 Friday, October 30 | 6–8 PM
PenMet Parks Monster Mash

Stop by, say hello, and join us in celebrating our community. We hope to see you there! 💚

08/17/2026

Thank you to all the families who joined us for our End of Summer Celebration at YMCA Camp Lake Helena! We had a blast hosting families for an afternoon of connection and camp activities.

Not ready for summer to end? We still have one more week of camp. Don’t miss out ➡️ register today and join us for our last week of camp.

08/13/2026

💛 Core Value: Respect

Respect means treating people, places, and things with care.

At Camp Lake Helena, campers practice respect by listening to others, following directions and including others. These everyday choices help create a community where everyone feels valued and can have a positive camp experience.

08/05/2026

💙 Core Value: Honesty

Honesty helps build trust.

At Camp Lake Helena, campers practice honesty by telling the truth, taking responsibility for their actions, and being themselves. Whether it's owning a mistake, playing fairly, or speaking with kindness, honest choices help create a community where everyone feels safe, respected, and valued.

07/29/2026

❤️ Core Value: Caring

Caring means taking action to help others, not just being nice.

Whether it's inviting someone to join a game, encouraging a friend who needs support, or lending a helping hand, campers practice caring in meaningful ways every day at Camp Lake Helena. These simple acts of kindness create a welcoming community where everyone feels they belong.

07/23/2026

💚 Core Value: Responsibility

Being responsible means doing what you're supposed to do, even when no one is watching.

From remembering water bottles to helping clean up after activities, campers practice responsibility every day at camp. These small moments help build confidence, independence, and habits that last long after summer ends.

07/20/2026

Missed the first order? Good news! The camp store is open again for a final opportunity to get your camp gear!

✨ Order link closes on Monday, July 27
🎒 Limited quantities available
📬 Orders ship after July 27

https://pci.jotform.com/form/261146434156151

02/14/2026

Happy Valentine’s Day from YMCA Camp Lake Helena! We’re so grateful for the campers, families, and staff who make this place so special. ❤️

12/26/2025

🎄🏆 We’re feeling extra festive! YMCA Camp Lake Helena is proud to share that our gingerbread entry for the Holiday on the Bay festivities in downtown Port Orchard earned the Confectioners Award. Congratulations to all the winners. It was so fun to see all the creativity on display!

🏆 People’s Choice: Aleamarie & Jacki ( #26)
🧒 Youth: Kalani ( #14)
🧑 Adult: Taylor D. ( #25)
👥 Group: Shannon A. & Co ( #27)
🎨 SK Artist Award: Martin C. ( #7)
⭐ Coordinators Award: Linzie Jo & Co ( #13)
🍰 Bakers Award: Ann M. ( #3)
🍬 Confectioners Award: YMCA Camp Lake Helena ( #33)

Address

11606 Ranch Drive Southwest
Port Orchard, WA
98367

Opening Hours

Monday	8am - 5pm
Tuesday	8am - 5pm
Wednesday	8am - 5pm
Thursday	8am - 5pm
Friday	8am - 5pm

Telephone

+13608955390

Website

http://ymcacamplakehelena.org/

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