As a result of the evolving situation, YMCA Calgary announced the temporary closure of our YMCA facilities and programs, including Camp Chief Hector YMCA effective March 16th. The closures follow recommendations by the Chief Medical Officer of Health and on directive from Mayor Nenshi and the Calgary Emergency Management Agency to aggressively manage physical distancing in public places. This decision was not taken lightly as it directly affects over 1,000 staff, 1,900 volunteers and the tens of thousands of people we serve. Please know that YMCA Calgary considers this the best way we can serve the community at this point during this global crisis. We are actively monitoring the situations and will continue to keep you apprised of details regarding the Camp Chief Hector 90th Celebration. We hope you, your family and friends stay well during these unprecedented times.
Camp is calling…
It’s Camp Chief Hector YMCA’s 90th anniversary and you’re invited.
Join us at camp
June 19 – 21, 2020
June 19 – 21, 2020
to help celebrate nine decades of transformative camp experiences. Camp can make you grow more than just a little-it can even change your life. Save the date and plan to come back to camp in June 2020 for some challenging fun and be inspired to "draw nearer"...to nature, to others, to yourself
Registration starts January 30
To register, please call: 403-269-6156
or Toll Free: 1-866-430-9622 or online at www.ymcacalgary.org/register
or Toll Free: 1-866-430-9622 or online at www.ymcacalgary.org/register
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Financial assistance is available for this event. Please call us at 403-269-6156
or 1-866-430-9622 for more information.
Register for your preferred accommodation style
Choose from the three options below
To register online, use the listed registration barcode to find your chosen accommodation
Outdoor Tipi Accommodation
Registration Barcode: 176067
This option allows you to spend your weekend drawing nearer each night around a fire in one of our tipis.
Tipi accommodations are spread out throughout the Camp Chief Hector YMCA site, but are clustered around washstands, outhouses and full washroom facilities depending on the tipi location.
Tipis can comfortably hold 5-10 guests, in bunk beds. Tipis will be assigned upon arrival, with your choosen group or with other guests.
Tipi accommodations are spread out throughout the Camp Chief Hector YMCA site, but are clustered around washstands, outhouses and full washroom facilities depending on the tipi location.
Tipis can comfortably hold 5-10 guests, in bunk beds. Tipis will be assigned upon arrival, with your choosen group or with other guests.
Indoor Shared Accommodation
Registration Barcode: 176068
This option will have you resting your head at night within one of the indoor buildings at camp. This is a shared accommodation with up to 14 guests, in bunk beds.
Within each indoor space there will be running water, showers and washrooms available. Register for assigned rooms starting in May.
Within each indoor space there will be running water, showers and washrooms available. Register for assigned rooms starting in May.
No Accommodation
Registration Barcode: 176069
You don’t need to stay on site to still have a great experience!
Return to camp each day to spend full days from morning to night connecting with friends, camp and nature.
There are many great hotels close by in the surrounding Kananaskis area that you can chose from.
Please note: Tenting and RV’s are not allowed on site
Return to camp each day to spend full days from morning to night connecting with friends, camp and nature.
There are many great hotels close by in the surrounding Kananaskis area that you can chose from.
Please note: Tenting and RV’s are not allowed on site
Can’t stay for the weekend? Join us for a relaxed event on Thursday, June 18.
This evening will be targeted towards individuals who prefer to celebrate within a more relaxed setting and/or those who are unable to attend the weekend celebration. The afternoon and evening will be dedicated to reuniting with friends, engaging with YMCA staff and connecting with nature. There will be tours, dinner and cash bar.
Thursday ONLY price: $50
Registration Barcode: 170606
We have many fun and engaging activities planned that will inspire you to draw nearer.
Throughout the weekend their will be planned activities, BBQ dinners, open mic nights, and more!
Starting in May, you can register for activities such as, horseback riding, hiking, high ropes courses, and more!
Or use this time to enjoy yoga, archery, crafts, fireside chats, and more – or wander, nap, and explore as you please. No registration required!
Click below to view more event details
Host a Campfire
Throughout 2019 and 2020, alumni and friends of Camp are encouraged to host Campfires with music, memories and ‘smores! Campfire hosts will receive a bag with ‘smores supplies!
If you are interested in being a host, please contact us at cchy90@calgary.ymca.ca.
We’d love to hear from you!
Share your camp stories! Email us at: cchy90@calgary.ymca.ca. We’d love to hear them.
Fire’s burning, fire’s burning
Draw nearer, draw nearer
In the gloaming, in the gloaming
Come sing and be merry
Fire’s burning, fire’s burning
Draw nearer, draw nearer
In the gloaming, in the gloaming
Come sing and be merry
source: “Jubilee Songbook”, Girl Guides of Canada, 1971
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