Camp Excel: Lakewood Elementary

Camp Excel, formerly known as YMCA Camp High Hopes, is a summer day camp for participants in our Y Learning programs. Camp Excel is fully subsidized by the YMCA's Annual Campaign. 

Each child will receive breakfast and lunch every day, and have the opportunity to participate in educational and character-building activities.

This summer camp offers arts and crafts, outdoor, active games, literacy and educational activities and swimming.

Camp Excel, formerly known as YMCA Camp High Hopes, is located at Burton Elementary School, 1500 Mathison St, Durham, NC 27701.

Camp Excel is for children who are currently enrolled in Y Learning and their siblings. If you are not currently enrolled in Y Learning and eligible for Camp High Hopes, and would like information on financial assistance opportunities for our other day camp options and programs, click here or contact branch Welcome Center staff.