Main Campfire
Main Campfire offers a fabulous location for skits, sing-a-longs and presentations. This outdoor amphitheater comes equipped with seating for 250 people, two fire pits and a spacious stage with lighting.

West Campfire
West Campfire provides a great outdoor location for gatherings, presentations, meetings and inspirational or keynote speakers. Our stage, equipped with lighting, bench seating for 70 people and fire pit make this amphitheater a wonderful spot for evening skits and sing-a-longs as well.

Shaw Chapel
The Shaw Chapel provides the perfect spot for peaceful gatherings. You can hear the Sandy River gently flowing behind you in this tranquil, outdoor meeting location.

Staffed Programs
YMCA Camp Collins offers a variety of recreational opportunities for your group to engage in during their stay. Programmed Activities are defined as activities requiring a trained YMCA Camp Collins staff member to lead. Participation in these unique programmed activities must be arranged prior to arrival and require completion of an Camp Collins Agreement to Participate form by all participants. Additional charges apply. Some activities have age, group size and time limitations.

• • • Climbing Tower – Reach new heights on our 60 foot climbing tower featuring multiple sides designed to be suitable for a wide range of physical abilities. Add this fun and exciting activity to your group's camp adventure!
  • • Archery - Whether they are picking up a bow for the first time or are modern-day Robin Hoods, groups of all ages enjoy aiming for the bull’s eye at our archery range.
  • • Arts & Crafts – Our Craft Lodge is available for a variety of creative camp crafts led by our wonderful staff. The Group Services Director can work with you on planning great art opportunities for your group. This area can also be reserved for group-led art programs.
  • • Evening Campfires – Gather at one of our campfire areas with camp staff as your emcees for an interactive evening of songs and skits. Campfire amphitheaters feature bench seating, a lighted stage and plenty of firewood. S’mores essentials are available for an additional fee. These areas can also be reserved for group-led programs.
  • • Giant Swing & Zip line – An exhilarating addition to your retreat, choose your level of challenge on these high challenge course elements. These activities require closed-toe shoes and two camp staff each to facilitate.
  • • Group Games/Initiatives – Large and small groups enjoy fun, fast paced games and teambuilding initiatives. Camp staff will create a program using props and ingenuity that will be sure to entertain and engage groups of all ages.
  • • Outdoor Skills – Learn the basics of fire building, orienteering, shelter building, knot-tying or enjoy a guided nature hike with our staff. Areas can be reserved for your own group-led outdoor education programs.
  • • Nature Discovery – The camp staff can lead your group in activities designed to heighten your awareness of the natural world. Nature games, guided hikes, or curriculum-based outdoor education may be included in your retreat or outdoor school program.

More Features
Guests may also enjoy activities on their own, such as mountain biking, bouldering wall, Ga Ga Ball, volleyball, basketball, horseshoes, hiking trails, beach play, a Camp Store and much more when you visit us at Camp Collins.