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Three ways to register for camp
We want signing up for camp to be as easy as possible, so we provide three options to make it convenient for parents. You can choose Online Registration, Mail In Registration or Face to Face Registration. Each process is explained below.
When you register for camp, you’ll be asked to select your camp package, but also to complete some important Child Safety Forms.
For online registration, you can complete every step of the sign-up process online. It’s the simplest and most convenient way. Here’s what you need to know about online registration:
- To complete Online Registration, go the Day or Overnight Camp page and click on the “register” button of the camp week of your choice and you can register 24/7 in real time. You’ll create an account for your family, and add your camper as a family member. Once you’ve created your account, you can select additional camp weeks to purchase along with add-ons like Speciality Camps. This process also allows you to save and return to the sign-up process at a later time. You can read more detailed information about how to register online below.
- Child Safety Forms are completed online during registration. During the sign-up process, you’ll simply fill out the forms online and click “submit.” You can complete the forms at the time of initial registration or if necessary, come back when convenient. Be sure they are completed one week prior to your camp dates.
- Download your Parent Packet. This information is helpful as you and your camper get ready for a great experience. Be sure to print the proper packet and call if you have questions.
If you’d prefer to register by mail, you’ll just need the key forms. You can complete and mail or fax them to our camp office. We provide the forms for download here on the website for both camps. Please remember that we need the registration form but also the Child Safety Forms. Here’s what you need to know about mail in registration:
- Print Registration Form, fill it out completely and sign the authorizations at the bottom.
- Complete your Payment Info. Indicate form of payment or send us a check for at least the deposit.
- To deliver the forms to our office, use this address information:
- Postal Mail Address is 7300 Hickory Ridge Rd., Holly MI 48442
- You may scan a digital copy to: camp@ymcadetroit.org
- You may fax to: 313-308-0852
- Download your Parent Packet. This information is helpful as you and your camper get ready for a great experience. Be sure to print the proper packet and call if you have questions. See the links below.
We love to meet our camper families, and it’s great when we can sign up kids and families in person. Feel free to stop by our office at camp, but you can also take advantage of opportunities for face to face registration at our Open House & Family Fun Days. They are great for a first-hand camp experience.
- Camp Office Address is at Camp Ohiyesa, 7300 Hickory Ridge Rd., Holly MI 48442
- Download your Parent Packet. This information is helpful as you and your camper get ready for a great experience. Be sure to print the proper packet and call if you have questions.
How to Register for Camp Online
Below is a basic walkthrough of the registration process. If you have more questions about our new registration system, you can read our ACTIVE® FAQ.
- Click the “register” button on the session you want to register for. A new browser tab/window will open with detailed registration information.
- Click “add to cart”.
- Sign in to the registration system using your YMCA Detroit username and password.
Please note: If you are not a YMCA member, or have never registered online for a program at our Ys before, you will need to create an account. Even if you had a log-in that you used to register for Camp last year, you will need to create a new one. Please do so by clicking on “Create an Account” link at the top right of the page, and follow the prompted steps. You will not need to add your camper as an additional family member at this time in the registration process, you will be prompted to do so later.
4. Once you are signed in, you can then go back to the activity page for the camp week you want to register for, press “add to cart” again, and the system will allow you to continue registration. You can now add your camper as an additional family member by selecting “Create a New Family Member” link in the “Select Participant” section.
5. Enter the appropriate information for the camper you would like to sign up for Camp in the pop-up window and hit the “Add Family Member” button.
Then, select your camper from the dropdown list.
6. Click “Next” to continue registration.
7. Select the Add-Ons (Specialty camps, bussing, etc) you need for your week of camp.
8. You will then be prompted to select a payment plan. If you do not wish to create a payment plan, and wish to just pay in full, please click the X in the top right hand of the payment plan window. This will allow you to continue registration and pay in full at check out.
9. If you would like to add another camper, click “Register another participant for this Activity”. If you don’t need to add another camper, click “proceed to shopping cart” to check out.
10. Next, add your initials to Y’s concussion form and liability waiver, and click “next”.
Please note: you will need to fill out further camper forms (custody forms, medical forms etc) before your camper arrives at Camp.
11. Enter your applicable payment information and click “Pay and Finish”.
Congratulations! You’ve registered for Camp! You will be receiving an email within one week from our document management software CampDocs inviting you to fill out the rest of your camper’s forms. Please ensure these are filled out prior to coming to Camp! If you have any questions, feel free to give our office a call at 248-887-4533.