Registrations are closed

Thank you for being interested in this event. We may have some spots available for you, but no promises. Contact Sarah Riise at sriise@ymcadallas.org for more information.

Friday, May 3

CAMP ECHO: A Grown-Up Day & Overnight Camp

Let's Camp! The YMCA in partnership with AARP will host Camp Echo at Collin County Adventure Camp for those that are 50yrs+!

By YMCA of Metropolitan Dallas

Date and time

May 3 · 4pm - May 4 · 6:30pm CDT

Location

YMCA Collin County Adventure Camp

1180 West Houston Street Anna, TX 75409

Refund Policy

No Refunds

Agenda

Friday, May 3rd

Saturday, May 4th

4:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Start arriving at camp - EAT DINNER BEFORE ARRIVING

7:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Mini Bingo Session (Dining Hall)

8:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Smores, skits, and campfire stories

9:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Stargazing

About this event

Join us for a day camp or overnight experience at Collin County Adventure Camp! Tickets are $5. Registration begins March 1 and ends April 15.

Late Registration: Tickets are $10 if you register between April 16th and 19th at noon for the Day Camp experience only. Overnight is not available during late registration.

Tickets are nonrefundable once purchased.

Studies show that adults 50+ are at higher risk of falls and that regular physical activity improves strength and flexibility, improving balance and coordination.

This camping event connects participants and provides an educational experience prioritizing fun, healthy living, and more! Professional staff will lead the camp activities and workshops to help you be active and remain physically fit in a safe and healthy environment.

Ticket Information:

Day Camp Ticket

This ticket provides transportation to and from the camp, food, and camp activities on May 4th, 2024. A free shirt is included and camp store credit will be given for all attendees.

We will be using Sprinter buses for transportation. You must be able to get on and off the bus unassisted. Buses will pick up attendees at 7:45 a.m. at the below locations and travel to Collin County Adventure Camp, then transport back to the same place, leaving the camp by 7 pm. You are free to drive yourself to the camp. We recommend arriving by 9:30 AM on Saturday to participate in all activities.

BUSES ARE LIMITED TO 42 SPOTS ON EACH BUS.

Moorland Family YMCA at Oak Cliff, 6701 South Hampton Road, Oak Cliff, Texas 75232
One block south from the Richardson Family YMCA, Pick up at First United Methodist field, Richardson, Texas 75080

Overnight Camp Ticket

This ticket provides food and camp activities on May 3rd - 4th, 2024. A free shirt is included and camp store credit will be given for all attendees.

Lodging is provided, but gender-specific cabin assignments will be made. Shared couple cabins will be available.

Attendees must provide their own transportation to and from Collin County Adventure Camp. The address is Collin County Adventure Camp (1180 W Houston St, Anna, TX 75409). Campers can arrive after 4 PM on Friday. Please note that there will not be a dinner service on Friday, but Anna has plenty of options for you to enjoy.

Organized by

YMCA of Metropolitan Dallas

The mission of the YMCA of Metropolitan Dallas is to put Christian values into practice through programs that build a healthy spirit, mind and body for all.

Our Vision: The Dallas YMCA intentionally leads, and boldly models a diverse and inclusive culture to impact and strengthen the foundation of our community.Our Commitment to Inclusion: The Y is made up of people of all ages and from every walk of life working side by side to strengthen communities. Together we work to ensure that everyone, regardless of ability, age, cultural background, ethnicity, faith, gender, gender identity, ideology, income, national origin, race or sexual orientation has the opportunity to reach their full potential with dignity. Our core values are caring, honesty, respect and responsibility—they guide everything we do.