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Mad Scientist Themed Weeks
RATES INCLUDE LODGING, MEALS AND ALL FREE ACTIVITIES.* KIDS 0-4 STAY FREE! The mad Professor KitKat will be joining us at Trout Lodge, and we need your family’s help in engaging his frivolous band of mad scientists doing wacky experiments. Create a tornado in a bottle, protect your egg when designing your egg drop creation, and even learn how to make homemade ice cream. Madcap science classes can be quite fascinating, and at Trout Lodge we also offer fun-filled “recess”…
Find out more »Adventure Guides: Father-Daughter Weekend
RATES INCLUDE LODGING, MEALS AND SCHEDULED ACTIVITIES! YMCA Camp Lakewood is the perfect location for that special father-daughter bonding experience, where days and nights are packed with fun activities for both fathers and daughters. Participate in archery, riflery, climbing tower, zip line, trail ride, tie-dye and more. SPRING 2018 ADVENTURE GUIDES: FATHER-DAUGHTER WEEKEND IMPORTANT NOTE: If you are planning on completing the registration form on your computer/device, you will need to save the blank form on your device FIRST,…
Find out more »Community Bass Fishing Tournament
Calling all fishermen and women to join us at YMCA Trout Lodge for our annual Bass Fishing Tournaments every Thursday from 5:45 pm to 8:45 pm, starting March 15 and running through May 17. Entry fee per boat (up to two people per boat) is $30. There is a limit of 20 boats - so reserve your spot by contacting Denise Harbison at 573-438-2154 ext. 229 or online at denise.harbison@gwrymca.org. See flyer below for more information. Supports the United Way!…
Find out more »Girl Scout Adventure Weekend
RATES INCLUDE LODGING, MEALS AND SCHEDULED ACTIVITIES! Join us at YMCA Camp Lakewood for our Girl Scout Adventure Weekend, geared for Girl Scout troops. This program is intended to assist Girl Scouts, 4th grade and up, in fulfilling their badge requirements - which will not be earned during this weekend, but is intended to gain skills and experience toward completion of badges and interest projects. Registration fee includes lodging for the entire weekend, all meals and many of the activities…
Find out more »Horse Overnight Family/Group Adventure
RATES INCLUDE RIDES, ALL MEALS AND OVERNIGHT ACCOMMODATIONS! Are you a lover of all things equestrian? Then we are calling you (ages 10+) to join us for our Horse Overnight at YMCA Triangle Y Ranch. Spend Saturday riding the trails, camp out overnight with dinner cooked over an open fire, rustic accommodations and cowboy conversation. The next morning wake up to an open fire breakfast, saddle up for another ride and then enjoy a buffet lunch at YMCA Trout Lodge.…
Find out more »Springtime in the Ozarks Adult Program
RATES INCLUDE LODGING, BUFFET MEALS AND SCHEDULED ACTIVITIES! Springtime in the Ozarks is an exhilarating adventure - a time to awaken the senses to sounds, smells and beautiful scenery. Discover and learn about the region's tranquil beauty, rich biodiversity and clear streams as local experts lead you through the splendid highlands of the Eastern Ozarks. For you amateur birders - bring your binoculars and enjoy the sights during peak migration season with our expert from the St. Louis Audubon Society.…
Find out more »Team Challenge Certification by TEAM Works
TEAM CHALLENGE The Team Challenge Course has fixed low initiatives with challenges designed to foster skills such as communication, teamwork, trust and leadership. Participants are trained to facilitate groups of 8-12 people ages 11+ on the Team Challenge course. The first two days of the training, the participants are led through the experience. The second two days, participants learn to facilitate the activities. A written test is given at the end of the last day. The certification is good for…
Find out more »Community Bass Fishing Tournament
Calling all fishermen and women to join us at YMCA Trout Lodge for our annual Bass Fishing Tournaments every Thursday from 5:45 pm to 8:45 pm, starting March 15 and running through May 17. Entry fee per boat (up to two people per boat) is $30. There is a limit of 20 boats - so reserve your spot by contacting Denise Harbison at 573-438-2154 ext. 229 or online at denise.harbison@gwrymca.org. See flyer below for more information. Supports the United Way!…
Find out more »Adventure Guides: Father-Son Weekend
RATES INCLUDE LODGING, MEALS AND SCHEDULED ACTIVITIES! YMCA Camp Lakewood is the perfect location for that special father-son bonding experience, where days and nights are packed with fun activities for both fathers and sons. Participate in archery, riflery, climbing tower, zip line, trail ride, tie-dye and more. SPRING 2018 ADVENTURE GUIDES: FATHER-SON WEEKEND REGISTRATION IMPORTANT NOTE: If you are planning on completing the registration form on your computer/device, you will need to save the blank form on your device FIRST,…
Find out more »Rockin’ Ranch Themed Week
RATES INCLUDE LODGING, MEALS AND ALL FREE ACTIVITIES.* KIDS 0-4 STAY FREE! Howdy y’all. Grab the whole family and mosey on down to our Triangle Y Ranch to learn about the wild west way of life. Slip on your boot-scootin’ boogie shoes and join in on a barn dance that will get you learning the line dance moves. And what would a great ranch be without your family learning how to groom a horse, have your family picture taken with…
Find out more »Community Bass Fishing Tournament
Calling all fishermen and women to join us at YMCA Trout Lodge for our annual Bass Fishing Tournaments every Thursday from 5:45 pm to 8:45 pm, starting March 15 and running through May 17. Entry fee per boat (up to two people per boat) is $30. There is a limit of 20 boats - so reserve your spot by contacting Denise Harbison at 573-438-2154 ext. 229 or online at denise.harbison@gwrymca.org. See flyer below for more information. Supports the United Way!…
Find out more »Color Competition-Mother’s Day Themed Week
RATES INCLUDE LODGING, MEALS AND ALL FREE ACTIVITIES.* KIDS 0-4 STAY FREE! Get ready, get set and go for the Trout Lodge family color competition! Your family will be assigned a color and will compete to win points for your color. It’s a high-five for family pride this week as you help design your color flag and compete in the color Olympic events that take place each day. Let your “true color” shine as you join our very friendly “war”.…
Find out more »Springtime in the Ozarks Adult Program
RATES INCLUDE LODGING, BUFFET MEALS AND SCHEDULED ACTIVITIES! Springtime in the Ozarks is an exhilarating adventure - a time to awaken the senses to sounds, smells and beautiful scenery. Discover and learn about the region's tranquil beauty, rich biodiversity and clear streams as local experts lead you through the splendid highlands of the Eastern Ozarks. For you amateur birders - bring your binoculars and enjoy the sights during peak migration season with our expert from the St. Louis Audubon Society.…
Find out more »Alpine Tower Certification by TEAM Works
ALPINE TOWER The Alpine Tower is a 52-foot hour glass-shaped climbing structure with a variety of climbing challenges and unique obstacles. Participants are trained to facilitate groups of up to 12 people, ages 9+, on the Alpine tower. The first day of the training is experiential, and the next two days participants are taught to set up and safely lead groups on the tower. A written test is given at the end of the third day. The certification is good…
Find out more »Community Bass Fishing Tournament
Calling all fishermen and women to join us at YMCA Trout Lodge for our annual Bass Fishing Tournaments every Thursday from 5:45 pm to 8:45 pm, starting March 15 and running through May 17. Entry fee per boat (up to two people per boat) is $30. There is a limit of 20 boats - so reserve your spot by contacting Denise Harbison at 573-438-2154 ext. 229 or online at denise.harbison@gwrymca.org. See flyer below for more information. Supports the United Way!…
Find out more »Shiver-Me-Timbers Themed Week
RATES INCLUDE LODGING, MEALS AND ALL FREE ACTIVITIES.* KIDS 0-4 STAY FREE! Calling all swash-buckling families to join us at Trout Lodge and take up the battle! Pirate Steve and his crew are skulking around Trout Lodge and we need your family’s help to run them off, because their wacky antics ARRRR driving us crazy. Word is that Steve and his crew have hidden gold – and we need YOUR help in finding it. But just so we know who…
Find out more »Community Bass Fishing Tournament – Fish Off
Today, May 19th is the Community Bass Fishing Tournament Fish off! Please contact Denise Harbison at 573-438-2154 ext. 229 or via email at denise.harbison@gwrymca.org Supports the United Way! 2018 Bass Fishing Tournament Flyer
Find out more »Camp Road Scholar Adult Program
RATES INCLUDE LODGING, MEALS AND SCHEDULED ACTIVITIES! Choose your own adventure at YMCA Trout Lodge. Here, everyone can be a kid again - no matter what your age. Go back to camp and challenge yourself in the lush Ozark foothills. Make new friends at the campfire and surround yourself in the nostalgia and excitement of a week at summer camp. Learn archery or kayaking on our 360-acre lake. Try a zipline, climbing tower, arts & crafts and so much more.…
Find out more »Team Games Training by TEAM Works
This training is perfect for camp staff with just a few children or even an entire camp as part of your camp activity schedule. This is also great for anyone who has a group of children and want new ideas for group activities (ie. school children, day care centers, birthday parties, etc.) 2018 TEAM GAMES TRAINING REGISTRATION FORM IMPORTANT NOTE: If you are planning on completing the registration form on your computer/device, you will need to save the blank…
Find out more »Palette of the Ozarks Adult Program
RATES INCLUDE LODGING, MEALS AND SCHEDULED ACTIVITIES! Find your inner artist in the pristine landscapes of the Ozarks! Enjoy learning basic and advanced techniques in watercolor painting. Learn sketching and perspectives. Travel to local sites to be inspired by regional beauty. Whether coming as a group, a couple or on your own, you'll experience an incredible adventure at Trout Lodge - even making new friends. ROAD SCHOLAR PROGRAM # 21648 (For information or to schedule with Road Scholar)…
Find out more »Summer Block Party Themed Weeks
RATES INCLUDE LODGING, MEALS AND ALL FREE ACTIVITIES.* KIDS 0-4 STAY FREE! It’s time to close off the street, turn up the music, put out the snacks and celebrate the start of summer (and Memorial Day) with a summer block party. Your family will rock the start of summer with fun games that will create lots of laughter and quality time together with a balloon toss, an on-land water relay, volleyball tournament and even a dance-off. It’s family-time fun in…
Find out more »Summer at Trout Lodge
RATES INCLUDE LODGING, MEALS AND ALL FREE ACTIVITIES.* KIDS 0-4 STAY FREE! Summer at Trout Lodge is a glorious time of fun in the sun, getting out in the lake on a sailboat, pontoon, kayak, canoe or paddle boat. Take a swim, soar through the air on our lake swing, or fly down the water slide. There are also Zorb balls to help you "walk on water" and a water trampoline to send you flying. Trout Lodge is an outdoor-lovers…
Find out more »Summer Camp 2018
MY CAMP! YMCA Camp Lakewood's summer overnight camp for kids ages 6-17, provides a well-rounded experience for campers, by getting them outdoors to connect with nature. With a 360-acre lake, over 5,000 acres of forest-covered hills, caves, creeks, and more, there are many opportunities for natural exploration and experiential learning. Camp Lakewood is also home to the Triangle Y Ranch for equestrian programs, an Arts & Crafts center, high-adventure activities, a Nature Center for environmental education, and camp counselors from…
Find out more »All Hallows Eve Themed Weeks
RATES INCLUDE LODGING, MEALS AND ALL FREE ACTIVITIES.* KIDS 0-4 STAY FREE! Water fun and witches in the same week? Absolutely when your family stays together to play together at Trout Lodge! Because we just can’t wait until October, we are inviting all families to usher in the spirit of All Hallows Eve with us (better known as Halloween) at Trout Lodge a few months early. Let your imagination run amuck as you design and bring your costume to enter…
Find out more »Canoeing, Horses, Exploration and Summer Fun With Your Grandchild Adult/Intergenerational Program
RATES INCLUDE LODGING, BUFFET MEALS AND SCHEDULED ACTIVITIES! You and your grandchild will grow even closer while you participate in great, fun activities, at YMCA Trout Lodge, a family camp/conference center in the foothills of the eastern Ozarks. Begin by learning about rocks and minerals, and then head off into some of the world's largest granite boulders. Enjoy a campfire with s'mores, a half-day canoe trip down the scenie Courtois River, climb our 50-ft. Alpine Tower and fly through the…
Find out more »Camp Refuel You Adult Program
RATES INCLUDE LODING, BUFFET MEALS AND SCHEDULED ACTIVITIES!* Welcome to Camp Refuel You! This brand new Trout Lodge Adult Program allows you to enjoy an all-inclusive themed retreat over a three-day weekend. Are you a closet artist, chef or Zen master? Have you ever wanted to try horsemanship, survival adventures or climbing elements? This weekend offers opportunities for you to enjoy an immersion into your heart’s desire! If there is more than one “Track” that interests you, come back again…
Find out more »Around The World Themed Week
RATES INCLUDE LODGING, MEALS AND ALL FREE ACTIVITIES.* KIDS 0-4 STAY FREE! Tell your family to pack their suitcases for a world adventure this week at Trout Lodge. We will be celebrating countries around the world, and our international staff will join in by teaching your family about their home countries. As a “world traveling” family, you will create your own passports and receive different stamps for your passports as you travel to different activities around Trout Lodge. You’ll even…
Find out more »Canoeing, Horses, Exploration & Summer Fun With Your Family Adult/Intergenerational Program
RATES INCLUDE LODGING, BUFFET MEALS AND SCHEDULED ACTIVITIES! You and your family will grow closer while you participate in great, fun activities, at YMCA Trout Lodge, a family camp/conference center in the foothills of the eastern Ozarks. Begin by learning about rocks and minerals, and then head off into some of the world's largest granite boulders. Enjoy a campfire with s'mores, a half-day canoe trip down the scenie Courtois River, climb our 50-ft. Alpine Tower and fly through the air…
Find out more »America’s Settlers Themed Weeks
RATES INCLUDE LODGING, MEALS AND ALL FREE ACTIVITIES.* KIDS 0-4 STAY FREE! Let your whole family step back in time with us at Trout Lodge, to get a taste of what settlers experienced in America so long ago - before, air conditioning, before cell phones and even before electricity! Making a rope, marking your very own leather tag, operating an apple press and an old-fashioned cook stove? Yes, your family will learn about and do these things – even making…
Find out more »Canoeing, Horses, Exploration and Summer Fun With Your Grandchild Adult/Intergenerational Program
RATES INCLUDE LODGING, BUFFET MEALS AND SCHEDULED ACTIVITIES! You and your grandchild(ren) will grow even closer while you participate in great, fun activities, at YMCA Trout Lodge, a family camp/conference center in the foothills of the eastern Ozarks. Begin by learning about rocks and minerals, and then head off into some of the world's largest granite boulders. Enjoy a campfire with s'mores, a half-day canoe trip down the scenie Courtois River, climb our 50-ft. Alpine Tower and fly through the…
Find out more »Canoeing, Horses, Exploration and Summer Fun With Your Grandchild Adult/Intergenerational Program
RATES INCLUDE LODGING, BUFFET MEALS AND SCHEDULED ACTIVITIES! You and your grandchild(ren) will grow even closer while you participate in great, fun activities, at YMCA Trout Lodge, a family camp/conference center in the foothills of the eastern Ozarks. Begin by learning about rocks and minerals, and then head off into some of the world's largest granite boulders. Enjoy a campfire with s'mores, a half-day canoe trip down the scenie Courtois River, climb our 50-ft. Alpine Tower and fly through the…
Find out more »Hiking, Canoeing and an Amazing Underground Adventure in the Ozarks Adult Program
RATES INCLUDE LODGING, BUFFET MEALS AND SCHEDULED ACTIVITIES! Trout Lodge is an outdoor enthusiast's paradise in the Ozarks. Experience the nature and history of the area on a hike, by canoe or on horseback. Try your hand at archery and riflery, visit mud cave, enjoy a local winery, visit famous Bonne Terre Mine for a tour of the former underground mine and artifacts and even take a pontoon ride on their famous underground lake. And with many more activities, it's…
Find out more »Christmas in July Themed Weeks
RATES INCLUDE LODGING, MEALS AND ALL FREE ACTIVITIES.* KIDS 0-4 STAY FREE! Santa needs to relax after a very busy winter, and is bringing his elves to Trout Lodge for a well-deserved getaway. Even while they are here enjoying the warm weather and sun-drenched lake, being the “bringers of joy” that they are, Santa and his elves want to bring a bit of their workshop here and help your family create Christmas ornaments, learn how to decorate the perfect Christmas…
Find out more »Blast Through The Past Themed Weeks
RATES INCLUDE LODGING, MEALS AND ALL FREE ACTIVITIES.* KIDS 0-4 STAY FREE! It’s a time warp at Trout Lodge! Time is moving in different directions as families walk down memory lane and spiral through the decades (or learn about them). Experience mom and dad’s younger days or even grandparents, trying not to laugh too hard, remembering that time is fleeting and soon, today will be a long gone yesterday. Strut your stuff in your bell bottom jeans and platform shoes,…
Find out more »Canoeing, Horses, Exploration and Summer Fun With Your Grandchild Adult/Intergenerational Program
RATES INCLUDE LODGING, BUFFET MEALS AND SCHEDULED ACTIVITIES! You and your grandchild(ren) will grow even closer while you all participate in great, fun activities, at YMCA Trout Lodge, a family camp/conference center in the foothills of the eastern Ozarks. Begin by learning about rocks and minerals, and then head off into some of the world's largest granite boulders. Enjoy a campfire with s'mores, a half-day canoe trip down the scenie Courtois River, climb our 50-ft. Alpine Tower and fly through…
Find out more »Camp Refuel You Adult Program
RATES INCLUDE LODGING, BUFFET MEALS AND SCHEDULED ACTIVITIES!* Welcome to Camp Refuel You! This brand new Trout Lodge Adult Program allows you to enjoy an all-inclusive themed retreat over a three-day weekend. Are you a closet artist, chef or Zen master? Have you ever wanted to try horsemanship, survival adventures or climbing elements? This weekend offers opportunities for you to enjoy an immersion into your heart’s desire! If there is more than one “Track” that interests you, come back…
Find out more »Hiking, Canoeing and an Amazing Underground Adventure in the Ozarks Adult Program
RATES INCLUDE LODGING, BUFFET MEALS AND SCHEDULED ACTIVITIES! Trout Lodge is an outdoor enthusiast's paradise in the Ozarks. Experience the nature and history of the area on a hike, by canoe or on horseback. Try your hand at archery and riflery, visit mud cave, enjoy a local winery, visit famous Bonne Terre Mine for a tour of the former underground mine and artifacts and even take a pontoon ride on their famous underground lake. And with many more activities, it's…
Find out more »Agua Adventure Themed Weeks
RATES INCLUDE LODGING, MEALS AND ALL FREE ACTIVITIES.* KIDS 0-4 STAY FREE! It’s almost over, it’s almost gone, but we’d love summer to stay - all year long! For that last burst of summer before school starts again, pack up the family and the swim suits and stay with us at Trout Lodge for a wet and wild water week. Take a dip to hide from the heat as you cool off on our beach enjoying the water activities –…
Find out more »Camp Road Scholar Adult Program
RATES INCLUDE LODGING, BUFFET MEALS AND SCHEDULED ACTIVITIES! Choose your own adventure at YMCA Trout Lodge. Here, everyone can be a kid again - no matter what your age. Go back to camp and challenge yourself in the lush Ozark foothills. Make new friends at the campfire and surround yourself in the nostalgia and excitement of a week at summer camp. Learn archery or kayaking on our 360-acre lake. Try a zipline, climbing tower, arts & crafts and so much…
Find out more »Charity Bow Shoot
Supporting YMCA community programs, this bow shoot takes place through a wooded (moderately hilly) course with multiple targets throughout the course, including 30 3-D targets. The competition starts at 1 p.m. and registration closes at 3 p.m. There are several divisions, including: Pee Wee (ages 8 and under) • Cub (ages 9-12) • Youth (ages 13-17) Women • Bow Hunters • Traditional • Open Entry Fee: $20 for Adults; $10 for Cub & Youth; FREE for Pee Wee (ages 8…
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