Greetings Families!
Welcome to Summer 2026 Youth Programs! We are gearing up for another fun-filled and eventful summer. You will find information on Camp Centre, our licensed child care summer program for ages 4-6, and our Youth Character Initiative (YCI), our program for ages 7-12. Also, new this summer we are adding after summer school mini camps, sports themed weeks, field trip days and a counselor in training (CIT) program for kids ages 13 and 14.
Also new this summer is flexible scheduling. You can schedule 3, 4 or 5 days per week and you get to choose the days you attend.
Back this summer is swim time in the Centre’s pool, use of the splash pad, walking field trips in and around New Richmond and our weekly Wednesday field trips.
Centre programs are meant to be outdoor based and very active. We save the time in the classroom for the days when the weather doesn’t allow us to be outside. Summer is meant for adventures outdoors and our programs will provide that for your child.
We are excited for this coming summer and seeing your children join us in the daily adventure.
Camp Centre 5 – 6 years old
Details
In Camp Centre your child will be in for some fun and excitement as we explore and play. Camp Centre is licensed by the state of Wisconsin and our staff are qualified under state guidelines. Our staff will develop and lead activities that will have your child excited to come back for more.
Each week features a theme and activities will fit the theme of the week. Some of those activities will include arts and crafts, swimming, large and small group games, pool time, splash pad time and walking trips to local parks.
A full description of weekly themes will be available by May 15. Field trips are taken on Wednesdays and more details on each field trip will be provided in our weekly Camp Centre newsletter that parents receive the Friday before the upcoming week.
| Age | 5 – 6 years old |
| Date | Monday – Friday, May 26 – August 21 |
| Time | 6:00 AM – 6:00 PM |
| Cost | $36 per day for Centre Members $46 per day for Community Participants Minimum of 3 days per week required Cost is for non-field trip days |
Youth Character Initiative (YCI) 7 – 12 years old
Details
In our Youth Character Initiative (YCI) our focus is not only a fun summer but building character through the activities your child will participate in. We will focus on character building, developing leadership skills, and giving back to our community. Along the way we mix in swim days, field trips, games, and lots of fun. This program is not licensed by the state of Wisconsin. Our staff are young adults who are excited to work with your child and will bring an enthusiastic attitude and a ton of energy to each day. The experience for your child will be something different than a typical “child care” experience.
Each week features a theme and activities will fit the theme of the week. Some of those activities will include arts and crafts, swimming, large and small group games, lots of pool time, and walking trips to area parks and organizations where we will practice our character building, leadership skills and giving back to our community.
A full description of weekly themes will be available by May 15. Field trips are taken on Wednesdays and more details on each field trip will be provided in our weekly YCI newsletter that parents receive the Friday before the upcoming week.
While the age group is 7-12 years old we will divide based on age and interest levels based on enrollment.
| Age | 7 – 12 years old |
| Date | Monday – Friday, May 26 – August 21 |
| Time | 6:00 AM – 6:00 PM |
| Cost | $36 per day for Centre Members $46 per day for Community Participants Minimum of 3 days per week required Cost is for non-field trip days |
YCI Themed Weeks 7 – 12 years old
Details
In all our theme weeks, your child will participate in fun activities focused for the week. Our day runs like a normal day of YCI and we start the day at 8:30 AM each day. Each theme week will ask your child to bring items specific to the theme for the week. Each week will include the field trip in coordination with our regular YCI week and like YCI and Camp Centre there will be a small additional cost for field trip day. Kids can choose by the week if they want to be in YCI or in a YCI Theme Week.
| Age | 7 – 12 years old |
| Date | As listed per camp |
| Time | 6:00 AM – 6:00 PM |
| Cost | $36 per day for Centre Members $46 per day for Community Participants Minimum of 3 days per week required Cost is for non-field trip days |
Weekly Themes
Pokémon
This week will focus on sharing and growing a love of all things Pokémon. This course will provide the opportunity for enrolled individuals to play and discuss many different Pokémon games with others who share a strong common interest, as well as engage in the other resources the Centre has to offer, such as the pool and Splash Pad. This course will be for 7-12 year olds who want to have fun and learn more about the many different games and subgenres of Pokémon!
Date: Monday – Friday, June 1 – 5
Items to Bring: A phone (if wanted), DS/3DS/Switch (if wanted), DS/3DS/Switch games
STEM
This week will focus on investigating and developing an early interest in the topics of STEM. This course will provide the opportunity for enrolled individuals to learn and explore subjects related to Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics, with plenty of fun demonstrations and projects along the way. Those enrolled will also have the opportunity to engage with the other resources the Centre has to offer, such as the pool and Splash Pad. This course will be for 7-12 year olds who want to have fun and learn more about the very large, very diverse, and very interesting world of STEM!
Date: Monday – Friday, June 8 – 12
Items to Bring: A phone/laptop/some technology (if wanted)
Minecraft
This week will focus on sharing and growing a love of all things Minecraft. This course will provide the opportunity for enrolled individuals to play and discuss Minecraft with others who share a love for the game, as well as engage in the other resources the Centre has to offer, such as the pool and Splash Pad. This course will be for 7-12 year olds who want to have fun and meet others who are as enamored with the world of Minecraft as they are!
Date: Monday – Friday, June 15 – 19
Items to Bring: A phone/switch/laptop (a vessel through which to play Minecraft)
Basketball
This week will focus on introducing and developing the fundamentals of basketball, and most importantly developing the foundation for a love for the game. This course will provide the opportunity for enrolled individuals to learn and practice with experienced counselors, with many different basketball-related games and activities in the process. Those enrolled will also have the opportunity to engage with the other resources the Centre has to offer, such as the pool and Splash Pad. This course will be for 7-12 year olds who want to have fun and improve their basketball ability with others of a similar skill level.
Date: Monday – Friday, June 22 – 26
Items to Bring: Good basketball shoes, basketball (if possible), active clothes
Soccer
This week will focus on introducing and developing the fundamentals of soccer, and most importantly developing the foundation for a love for the game. This course will provide the opportunity for enrolled individuals to learn and practice with experienced counselors, with many different soccer-related games and activities in the process. Those enrolled will also have the opportunity to engage with the other resources the Centre has to offer, such as the pool and Splash Pad. This course will be for 7-12 year olds who want to have fun and improve their soccer ability with others of a similar skill level.
Date: Monday – Friday, July 6 – 10
Items to Bring: Good soccer shoes (indoor), soccer cleats, soccer ball (if possible), active clothes, shinguards
Football
This week will focus on introducing and developing the fundamentals of football, and most importantly developing the foundation for a love for the game. This course will provide the opportunity for enrolled individuals to learn and practice with experienced counselors, with many different football-related games and activities in the process. Those enrolled will also have the opportunity to engage with the other resources the Centre has to offer, such as the pool and Splash Pad. This course will be for 7-12 year olds who want to have fun and improve their football ability with others of a similar skill level.
Date: Monday – Friday, July 13 – 17
Items to Bring: Good shoes, football (if possible)
Roblox
This week will focus on sharing and growing a love of all things Roblox. This course will provide the opportunity for enrolled individuals to play and discuss many different Roblox games with others who share a love for the game, as well as engage in the other resources the Centre has to offer, such as the pool and Splash Pad. This course will be for 7-12 year olds who want to have fun and meet others who are as enamored with the world of Minecraft as they are!
Date: Monday – Friday, July 20 – 24
Items to Bring: A phone/laptop (a vessel through which to play Roblox)
Ocean/Beach
This week will focus on investigating and developing an interest in all things waterrelated, from the ocean to the warm sand at its shore. This course will provide the opportunity for enrolled individuals to learn and explore subjects related to water, such as, but not limited to, the ocean, the beach, aquatic life, and the way humans interact with the ocean. Those enrolled will also have the opportunity to engage with the other resources the Centre has to offer, such as the pool and Splash Pad. This course will be for 7-12 year olds who want to have fun and learn more about the very large, very interesting, very deep world of water!
Date: Monday – Friday, July 27 – 31
Items to Bring: A phone/laptop/some technology (if wanted)
Olympics
This week will focus on watching and participating in a track-and-field orientated week. This course will provide the opportunity for enrolled individuals to learn and participate in many different Olympic-related subjects, such as games, contests, and trivia. Those enrolled will also have the opportunity to engage with the other resources the Centre has to offer, such as the pool and Splash Pad, to further our Olympian experience. This course will be for 7-12 year olds who want to have fun and learn more about the great history of the Olympics and learn how to participate in a plethora of different exciting events!
Date: Monday – Friday, August 3 – 7
Items to Bring: Good running shoes, good athletic clothes
Art, Music, and Animals
This week will focus on interacting and exploring the mystery and intrigue surrounding the beauty of art, music, and animals. This course will provide the opportunity for enrolled individuals to interact with these different arts and wildlife in a safe environment, where individuals will be encouraged to learn and experience things for themselves. Those enrolled will also have the opportunity to engage with the other resources the Centre has to offer, such as the pool and Splash Pad. This course will be for 7-12 year olds who want to have fun and investigate the wide worlds of arts and animals, and how they interact with our daily lives!
Date: Monday – Friday, August 10 – 14
Items to Bring: A phone/laptop/some technology (if wanted), any examples of art you’d like to share (art, music, self-made, found, etc.)
Counselor in Training (CIT) 13 – 14 years old
Details
In our Counselor in Training (CIT) we will provide your 13 or 14 year old with a place to share their skills and interests while under the supervision of our staff team. It’s a great way to fill the summer days and not be stuck at home or in front of a screen all day. CIT’s will assist Camp Centre and YCI staff in delivering games and activities and being a big buddy to our younger participants. It’s a rewarding opportunity to build confidence and personal skills.
We are limiting this program to just 6 participants per week. There will be training for CIT’s before they begin working with the participants. Attending the training will be a requirement to participate in the CIT program. This training will happen during the first week of the summer.
| Age | 13 – 14 years old |
| Date | Monday – Friday, May 26 – August 21 |
| Time | 6:00 AM – 6:00 |
| Cost | $15 per day for Centre Members $25 per day for Community Participants Minimum of 3 days per week required Cost is for non-field trip days |
Mini Camps
Details
In our Mini Camps participants arrive after summer school to participate in a fun afternoon of activities at the Centre. Participants can ride the bus to the Centre or parents can drop them off and we will fill the afternoon with fun! One day each week the kids will swim.
| Age | 7 – 12 years old |
| Date | As listed per camp Dates are subject to change based on New Richmond School District summer school schedule |
| Time | 12:00 PM – 6:00 PM (after summer school) |
| Cost | $20 per day for Centre Member $40 per day for Community Participant Minimum of 3 days per week required |
Mini Camps
Soccer
This mini camp will focus on learning soccer skills and playing small sided soccer games. We will have a swim day as part of the week. This mini camp will be for participants of all ages who want to kick the ball around and learn more about the game of soccer.
Date: Monday – Friday, June 1 – 5
Board Games & Backyard Games
Join us this week and share your mastery of board games. Not boring games but classic board games where you test your skills against others while playing Monopoly, Sorry, Candyland, Uno, Trouble and so much more. This mini camp will explore all the classic backyard sports games including Frisbee, cornhole, volleyball, kickball, yard darts, bocce ball and more. Participants will get to try these games, learn the rules, and compete against each other. We will also have a swim day as part of the mini camp week.
Date: Monday – Friday, June 8 – 12
Sports of All Sorts
In this mini camp we will play all kinds of different sports including basketball, football, whiffle ball, pickleball, volleyball and soccer to name a few. We will swim one of the days as well.
Date: Monday – Friday, June 15 – 19
Scavenger Hunt
During the scavenger hunt mini camp participants will take part in a different scavenger hunt each day. Some of the hunts will be around the Centre and some will take us around the community. A fun way to explore and have fun looking for hidden treasures. We will include a swim day as well.
Date: Monday – Friday, June 22 – 26
Swim Camp 7 – 12 years old
Details
In our swim camp, your child will participate in age-appropriate activities led by enthusiastic and qualifies counselors. The program features an introduction to Junior Lifeguarding, swimming drills stroke work, games, and safety rules designed to be both enjoyable and beneficial to your child’s skill development. Field trips will be taken on Wednesday and they need to be here before 9:00 AM for the field trip. We will returning by 4:30 PM on those days.
| Age | 7 – 12 years old |
| Date | Monday – Friday, July 20 – 24 |
| Time | 6:00 AM – 6:00 PM (program time will be 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM) |
| Cost | $36 per day for Centre Members $46 per day for Community Participants Minimum of 3 days per week required Cost is for non-field trip days |
Soccer Camp 7 – 12 years old
Details
In this specialty camp we will focus on both skill development and physical development as it relates to playing soccer. This camp would be for kids really interested in improving their skills in advance of the fall soccer season. Instructors will be college players, high school coaches and high school players from both boys and girls teams. This focus of the camp will be to intensity the training and push players to develop their skills. During this week there will be a field trip on Wednesday.
| Age | 7 – 12 years old |
| Date | Monday – Friday, August 3 – 7 |
| Time | 6:00 AM – 6:00 PM (program time will be 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM) |
| Cost | $36 per day for Centre Members $46 per day for Community Participants Minimum of 3 days per week required Cost is for non-field trip days |