Events

Camp Tour Dates

Wondering if camp is right for your child? Come see for yourself at one of our upcoming camp tours.

Camp Lawrence and Camp Nokomis (Reservations required)

Sunday, May 30, 2021: Boat departure at 10:00am and 2:00pm (choose one of these times)
Saturday, June 5, 2021: Boat departure at 10:00am and 2:00pm (choose one of these times)
Sunday, June 6, 2021: Boat departure at 11:00am

Camp Lawrence and Camp Nokomis are both located on Bear Island in Meredith, NH on Lake Winnipesaukee.  Due to this unique location, the only way to get to the camps is by boat. In order for us to safely accommodate all of those who wish to attend a camp tour, we ask for you to please make a reservation.  To make a reservation you may call 978-975-1330 (Monday-Friday, 9am-5pm) or email us at campinfo@mvymca.org to RSVP. All tours last approximately 3.5 hours (including the boat rides to and from).  You may choose to visit just one of the camps, or both camps; visiting both camps will not change the duration of the tour. Tours leave from the Y-Landing Marina, 102 Powers Road, Meredith, NH 03253.

Camp Otter

Thursday, May 13, 2021: 6:00pm-8:00pm
Wednesday, May 19, 2021: 6:00pm-8:00pm
Sunday, May 23, 2021: 9:00am-11:00am

Reservations do not have to be made for the Camp Otter camp tours. You may stop by at any time within the indicated time frame. Tours take place at Camp Otter, which is located on 66 Hooker Farm Road, Salem, NH 03079.

Alumni Day

You are invited to attend our annual Camp Alumni Summer Events!

Camp Lawrence & Camp Nokomis: Sunday, August 1, 2021*
Camp Otter: Thursday, August 12, 2021*

*Tentative dates pending State of New Hampshire regulations.

All alumni, friends and supporters of Camp Lawrence, Camp Nokomis and Camp Otter are welcome to attend our annual events. Bring your family, see old friends, celebrate the experience of camping and honor this year’s Hall of Fame inductees.

RSVP to the Camping Services Office at 978-975-1330 or by emailing campinfo@mvymca.org.

Visit our Alumni page to see a list of past Hall of Fame winners.

Camp Nokomis Hall of Fame 2019
Camp Nokomis Hall of Fame 2019 inductees Andrew Parker and Timothy Parker.
Camp Nokomis Hall of Fame 2019
Camp Nokomis Director Gretchen Seifert with 2019 Hall of Fame inductee Greg Robinson
Camp Otter Hall of Fame 2019
Camp Otter Hall of Fame inductee, VJ Mill III with Andover/North Andover Sr. Exec. Dir. Claudia Soo Hoo and President and CEO Frank Kenneally
Camp Lawrence Hall of Fame 2019
Camp Lawrence Director Charles Seifert standing in for inductee Cheri Call, with Hall of Fame inductees Greg Robinson and Alex Kramer. Assistant Camp Director Matt Corsetti and Camping Services Director Anne Whalen

Women’s Wellness Weekend

Relax, Renew, Rejuvenate, Restore 

Join us August 27 – 29, 2021 for Women’s Wellness Weekend on Lake Winnipesaukee
Friday 10:00am to Sunday 10:00am

The first boat will be leaving the dock at 10:00am. For those travelers, there will be a refreshing lunch served. A 2:00pm boat is also scheduled.

Enjoy laughter, friendship, fun and relaxation during this weekend of women enjoying the company of other women. Merrimack Valley YMCA Camp Nokomis rests amidst 50 acres on Lake Winnipesaukee, Bear Island in New Hampshire and is accessible only by boat. The exceptional facilities include tennis courts, basketball courts, athletic fields, yoga studio, sandy beaches, volleyball and nature trails.

Immerse yourself in activities to replenish the mind, body and spirit. Past activities range from:

  • Yoga for all levels
  • Tennis
  • Paddle Boarding
  • Kayaking
  • Canoeing
  • Swimming
  • Nature walks
  • Dancing on the waterfront/in the lodge
  • Zip lining
  • Twilight lake cruise
  • S’mores around the camp fire
  • Farm-to-table meals
  • Meditation
  • Zumba
  • Essential oils/Smoothie workshops
  • Gather around the fire
  • And more!

 

This weekend is all inclusive with food, lodging, classes and workshops all included in the price.

 Two Night Rate (Friday & Saturday)One Night Rate (Saturday)One Day Rate (Saturday)
YMCA Camp Nokomis Alumnae Rate$275$150$90
Merrimack Valley YMCA Member Rate (or any YMCA member)$275$150$90
Community Rate$325$150$90

$25 for linens service (optional).

A non-refundable $50 deposit is due at the time of registration and a full payment is due by August 13, 2021. All payments are non-refundable after August 13, 2021.

Registration Deadline August 13, 2021

Please contact Camping Services Executive Director Anne Whalen at awhalen@mvymca.org, 978-725-6681 ext. 144 with any questions or concerns.

CORE 4

Youth Leadership Summit
Dates: TBD

The CORE 4 Youth Leadership Summit is a collaboration between the Merrimack Valley YMCA, North Andover Youth and Recreation Services, Andover Youth Services and the Lawrence Boys and Girls Club. During this three-day program, young leaders from different communities come together to participate in team-building activities, attend workshops, listen to guest speakers and discuss the issues that are important to them. This event takes place at Camp Nokomis on Lake Winnipesaukee each June.