YMCA Camp Alexander

05/17/2026

We love seeing Camp Alexander used for special celebrations like this.

Congratulations to the happy couple, and thank you for choosing Camp Alexander for your wedding day! 🥂

05/16/2026

Summer camp starts June 8th, and we’re kicking things off with Camp Kickoff Week at Camp Alexander! ⛺️

Week 1 is all about making new friends, building teamwork, trying low ropes and problem-solving challenges, and starting the summer with confidence and belonging.

Campers will also explore the YMCA core values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility as they jump into an unforgettable camp season.

What is your child most excited for this summer: friendships, outdoor adventure, games, lake time, or trying something new?

Tell us in the comments!

05/15/2026

Camp Alexander is looking for volunteers to help us build slingshot target stands before summer camp begins this season! ⛺️

This has become one of our priority projects as we continue preparing camp for Summer 2026, and we would love to connect with individuals, families, businesses, or groups who enjoy hands-on projects, woodworking, building, or simply giving back to camp and the community.

These stands will help support outdoor adventure programming and create fun experiences for campers throughout the summer.

If you or someone you know may be interested in helping, please send us a message or comment below. We truly appreciate the support that helps make camp experiences possible for local youth. 💙

05/14/2026

☀️ Looking for a unique summer getaway, retreat, or event space? Camp Alexander still has select rental dates available on beautiful Nepco Lake! ⛺🌲

Check out the post below for details 👇

Great news! We still have rental dates available for YMCA Camp Alexander this Summer. ☀️ This is such a special venue for your next event!

🏕 Group Retreats
💍 Intimate Weddings
👨‍👩‍👧 Family Reunions
🏢 Corporate Events
⛪ Church Gatherings

Camp Alexander’s 33 wooded acres are situated on the shores of beautiful Nepco Lake, offering unique amenities and an abundance of recreational opportunities. Weekend or daily rentals are available on the weekends listed in the graphic. Contact us for more information about our all-inclusive packages!

Book Today:
715-818-6016
swcymca.org

Further details available at the link in the comments.

05/13/2026

Check it Out! Camp Alexander weeks include even more to look forward to!!!

Our 2026 field trip weeks are:

- Future Me Week
- Sports of All Sorts Week
- All About Art Week
- Waterpalooza Week

This summer, campers in select weeks will have the opportunity to connect with some amazing local destinations and organizations, including:

- Mid-State Technical College – AMETA Center
- Wisconsin Rapids Rafters Baseball Club - On Field Experience
- Wisconsin Rapids Community Theatre
- Witter Park Aquatics Center

We’re grateful for the local organizations and community partners who help make these special experiences possible for our campers.

Which field trip would your camper be most excited about?

Check out the 2026 camp lineup and register today!

https://www.swcymca.org/camp/summer-camp/

05/10/2026

To all the moms, grandmas, guardians, and mother figures who help children grow, explore, and belong — thank you. 💛

Happy Mother’s Day from Camp Alexander ⛺️

05/09/2026

Every week at Camp Alexander has its own theme, which means there is always something new to look forward to!!!

This summer’s lineup includes:

- Camp Kickoff Week

- Future Me Week + Field Trip

- Great Outdoors Week

- Heroes & Independence Week

- Sports of All Sorts Week + Field Trip

- Survivor Skills Week

- All About Art Week + Field Trip

- Nerf & Color Clash Week

- Lights, Camera, Camp! Week

- Waterpalooza Week + Field Trip

- Best of Camp Week

Select weeks also include special field trip experiences, and we’re grateful for community partners working with us to make those opportunities possible, including Mid-State Technical College – AMETA Center, Wisconsin Rapids Rafters Baseball Club, Wisconsin Rapids Community Theatre, and Witter Park Aquatics Center.

Whether your child loves adventure, creativity, sports, nature, or just being part of the camp experience, there is a week for everyone.

Which week would your child be most excited about?

05/09/2026

Exciting things are ahead at YMCA Camp Alexander! ⛺🌲

We’re looking forward to welcoming campers back to Nepco Lake this summer for outdoor adventures, new friendships, skill-building, and plenty of camp memories.

Follow along here for summer camp updates, event announcements, rental opportunities, and behind-the-scenes looks as we get ready for the season! 🌞🏕️

STRONG LEADERS, POWERFUL IMPACT ⛺🌳

The South Wood County YMCA is excited to introduce Trisha Steinhorst as the new Camp Director at YMCA Camp Alexander. Trisha brings a strong background in camp leadership, youth development, event coordination, and community engagement. Her experience includes serving previously as Camp Director at YMCA Camp Alexander, Summer Camp Program Director at YMCA Camp Glacier Hollow, Site Director with the Boys & Girls Club, and Outreach & Events Coordinator at Mid-State Technical College, where she helped lead K–12 and community events.

Tricia says, "The part of this work that I'm most passionate about is creating meaningful experiences where young people feel safe, supported, challenged, and inspired." She is looking forward to building on Camp Alexander’s foundation and helping create a fun, impactful, and growth-filled experience for campers, families, staff, and the community. Welcome to the Y, Trisha!

To connect with Trisha about Camp Alexander, please call (715-818-6010) or email (steinhorst@swcymca.org)

05/07/2026

Camp Alexander is getting ready for an exciting summer on Nepco Lake starting June 8th!!!

From "Camp Kickoff Week" all the way through "Best of Camp Week", this summer is filled with adventure, friendships, outdoor fun, and themed experiences kids can look forward to each week. We cannot wait to welcome campers to Camp Alexander for a summer of memories, growth, and fun!

Check out the 2026 camp lineup and register today!
https://www.swcymca.org/camp/summer-camp/

Which week would your child be most excited about?

P.S. We believe camp should be accessible to all. Camp for All financial (aka, MFA: Membership for All) assistance may be available for families who need help with camp fees. Please reach out if you would like more information.

Summer is filled with fun and friends! At YMCA Camp Alexander we have over 50 years of experience in providing a safe, thriving environment for young people.

04/25/2026

We are truly grateful to everyone who joined us for our Camp Clean-up Days!

From community members to staff, whether you’re in the photos or not, your efforts are felt in every corner of camp.

A special thanks to Keith from Connexus Credit Union for reaching out to volunteer, we truly appreciate your time and all the work you put in to camp today! 🙌

If you couldn’t make it and still want to help either on your own or with your team, we have about a month left before camp starts, so just reach out and we’ll find a time to get you involved!

Everyone's help made a real impact, and we can’t wait for what’s ahead!!

01/27/2026

🌲☀️Unplug and Connect

📱At Camp Alexander, screens power down and friendships power up. Campers trade notifications for nature, likes for laughter, and messages for memories that last.

Registration is open for youth ages 7-17. Register by March 31 to get $10 off every week of camp. Sessions run June 8 through August 21.

🔗Secure your child's spot at swcymca.org.