An overnight camping experience for a child is so unique that they just shouldn’t miss it. Where else would your child make life-long friends and spend considerable time with positive role models. Where else would your child learn to horseback ride, swim, shoot an arrow, go on night hikes, appear in a skit and talent show, live without a television, mountain bike, create great craft projects, improve an athletic skill, canoe and learn how to appreciate home more.
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Who are we?

We are Camp Weaver, the overnight and day camp for the Greensboro YMCA. We are Greensboro’s best camp and located just minutes from Greensboro, but miles apart. We have beautiful year-round heated and air-conditioned facilities ready to provide your child with a wonderful camp experience. We do overnight camp, day camp, conference and retreat, equestrian, Project American Life and after school camp. Our mission is to put Judeo Christian principles into practice through programs that build healthy spirit, mind and body for all.

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What about Camp Weaver staff?

Our counselors are both mentors and role models, which is why much time is spent searching for the most qualified people to help your child learn and grow. We strongly believe that a camp is only as good as its staff, and the staff at Weaver is the best! When choosing our counselors we make certain that they exemplify the YMCA Values of Caring, Honesty, Respect and Responsibility. Counselors are given the tools needed to make your child’s experience memorable, with both safety and fun in mind. If you are interested in joining our staff, please contact us.

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What are the facilities like?

Adhering to the guidelines set in place by the American Camp Association, from the carefully constructed bunks in our cabins to the nutritious meals served in Herman Hall, our facilities are well equipped and maintained with children in mind. Camp Weaver’s equestrian arena is home to both an indoor and outdoor riding ring, which offers campers the chance to ride in rain or shine.

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Will my children have fun?

“Fun” is our middle name all day and all night long. At least till about 10:00 p.m. Our campers and staff are known for being down to earth fun loving people. We continually listen to children and staff and re-evaluate all our programs and activities to give each individual the most fun and educational experience possible.

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What are the Activities?

Aqua Jump, Archery, Basketball, Blob, Camp Crafts, Camp Fires, Canoeing, Drama, Hay Rides, Hiking, Horseback riding, Kayaking, Mountain Biking, Nature Studies, Radio Station, Riflery, Ropes Course, Scavenger hunt, Singing, Skit and Talent shows, Soccer, Spray Ground, Swimming, Swimming Lessons, the Wet Willie Water Slide and Zip Lines.

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Why are the prices so reasonable compared to other camps?

We work hard to keep our fees reasonable for everyone that wants to attend camp.

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What about health and safety?

Your camper’s health and safety is our number one concern. We have a registered nurse on staff for the summer, who is available for every child’s needs. Additionally, each staff member is trained and certified in First Aid and CPR. Every precaution is taken to protect your camper from sickness or accident. Meals are prepared with your active child in mind. Our food selections not only taste good, but are healthy too. You can feel confident placing your child under our care and supervision.

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How do we get there?

We are located just 15 minutes from downtown Greensboro. Call us at (336) 697-0525 for directions or click here for directions. Or use our contact page for driving directions.

Camp Weaver
4924 Tapawingo Trail
Greensboro, NC 27406

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Weather?

Even though we have great heated air-conditioned facilities, remember that we are a camp and children will spend a majority of their time enjoying the outdoors. Please make sure that your camper brings plenty of sunscreen, a hat and a water bottle.

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A typical menu?

Our kitchen staff are experts in preparing nutritious meals for the campers and staff. We eat family style sitting together with the cabin group at tables. Meals are health conscious and kid friendly. We also cater for children with specific dietary requirements.

A sample menu:

Breakfast

Lunch

Dinner

scrambled eggs
biscuits
cereal
juice

milk

hamburgers
chips
salad bar
juice

baked chicken
mashed potatoes
green beans
salad bar
juice
cookies

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Religious emphasis?

Our mission is to put Judeo Christian principles into practice through programs that build a healthy spirit, mind and body for all. We are very proud of our mission and the foundation for this wonderful organization that serves the community. We welcome individuals of all faith’s, gender, race and religious belief to Camp Weaver. Our programming and devotions are designed to relate to children of all different faiths.

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Can my child bring a friend?

It is always good to bring a friend to camp and upon request; we will even put them in a cabin/group together. If your child doesn’t have a friend, don’t worry, our counselors pay particular attention to make sure that no child is left out. The counselors spend considerable time the first day of camp, teambuilding and creating an excellent cabin/group environment. The children are taught to think about one another in their decisions. The foundation of all programs and activities that we facilitate are the YMCA Values; Caring, Honesty, Respect and Responsibility.

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Homesickness/Discipline?

Generally, we have a very few problems with this, but in the event that your child is unhappy or is in need of assistance, we will contact you for advice and further direction. We don’t usually have a problem because campers are so busy having fun.

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