For Parents of Campers
Parents trust us with their most precious possession, their children, and we take that very
seriously. Camp Pa-Wa-Pi is licensed by the State of Michigan. This licensing program focuses on program quality, health and safety issues, and requires us to review every facet of our operation. Camp Pa-Wa-Pi voluntarily submits to this independent appraisal by state experts and is proud to have earned this distinction.

The Pa-Wa-Pi camp staff is highly trained and very committed. References and past work
experiences are thoroughly checked. Criminal checks and drug screenings are conducted prior to hiring. We employ hard working young men and women who are dedicated, experienced, responsible, enthusiastic, positive and fun! Each has at least two years experience working with children and/or child-related college course work. The counselor to camper ratio is never greater than 1:10 and is often lower. All staff members are trained in CPR and Basic First Aid.

View our Staff Biographies

Parent Orientation at the Parkwood YMCA
Meet the Camp Director and find out what a day at camp is all about. There will also be a question/answer period.
April 12 at 10:00am & May 15 at 6:30pm

Hours of Operation
All Camp Pa-Wa-Pi summer day camp programs are from 9:00am to 4:30pm, Monday through Friday.

Financial Assistance
Partial scholarships for Pa-Wa-Pi programs are available for those who qualify as long as funds are available. For more information and to apply send an email Stephanie Wagner.

Cancellations, Changes & Refunds
Cancellations received seven days before the affected session receive a refund less a $50 processing fee. Refunds and transfers requested after this time require a medical certificate. Once the week begins, no refunds or credits are made. There will be a $5 fee to switch from one camp to another or from one week to another.

Extended Care
Extended care is available for all Pa-Wa-Pi programs. Extended care hours are from 7:00am to start of camp and from end of camp to 6:00pm. You can drop off or pick up your child any time during the extended care hours. The fee is $30 per week per child.
Locations: Parkwood YMCA & Westside YMCA.