YMCA Camp Timbers

★★★★★Scooter Hill

Really good camp and made lots of nice people there. The camp counselor's were real nice, some of the friends i've made were really nice too. The food here is good too. I had lots of good memories here, like the zip line, and hanging out with my friend called Spencer. Thanks for reading!

★★★★★Bre Schanae

My kids loved it. My son especially had a wonderful time. I loved how they made sure everyone had a shower and teeth brushed daily. They enjoyed the food and kept them busy with activities. I loved the communication from Brian and the photos. I also appreciate the buddy system that they have in place for safety.

★★★★★Kelsey Boyer

Camp Timbers has changed my life in so many positive ways. This is an amazing place for children and adults to connect, grow, and experience new things! From the people I met to everything I have learned, Camp Timbers has made a huge impact on my life and the people around me. It has made me a better person and the people around me get to experience a better me because of the personal growth. It is always an amazing experience at Camp Timbers!

★★★★★Kevin Miller

AAA place. Have been coming here every year for a school leadership camp retreat. Never disappointed, they let you do your training on site and also offer an agenda for your group to follow on your downtime. Such as High wires, zip lines, chair swing (use zip line harness, but no high climbing), canoeing, hiking, archery, arts & crafts, outdoor living skills. Then if you go in the winter, they have snowshoes, sledding tube, hiking, or you can makes "Snow Angels" on their frozen lake during a full moon. I can't forget to talk about the awesome food. All staff are knowledge, personable, and just fun to be around. You have to visit, you will not be disappointed.

★★★★★Benjamin Crockett (Naroghin)

I was here about a week ago as a part of Columbia Central HS Bandcamp and as a camp it was awesome. There is a ton to do for campers, the staff is very engaging with students and faculty, the cabins are simple and nice, and the entire area is scenic and beautiful while also being fully off grid (besides a couple wifi spots if absolutely needed). I think this camp's true value is in church camp programs. If you're looking for a place to hold church or youth camps/events I would definitely look this place up. It's good for marching bandcamps, too, but it wouldn't be my first choice mainly for the fact that it's a solid 10-15 minute walk to the field from most cabins and the mess shall, meaning if someone leaves something behind then that person misses out on a full 20-30 minutes of instructional time, and in general too much time is lost just to transitions. Unlike a youth or church camp where the goal is to slow down and reflect, a Bandcamp should be all about working on the music and drill. Of course, fun and reflection is also to be encouraged, but the "workshop" should be right at your fingertips. There is also the issue of dust and sand. For a normal camp it's a little bit of an annoyance, but for instruments it could mean significant damage if not immediately addressed. In spite of my thoughts on this camp as a marching bandcamp site, it is an incredible destination and that is what should be taken from this review. If you have a chance to visit this place as a part of a church camp, individual music camp, summer camp, or otherwise (as a student or a chaperone) then I would really encourage you to do so.