Celebrate 100 Years Under the Stars
Mark a Century of Camp with Us
For 100 years, YMCA Camp Pinewood has served as a place of discovery for youth and families across the Midwest. Commemorate Camp Pinewood’s history by joining us on June 13 to 15 for our Centennial event, a weekend-long celebration for the whole family. Register and learn more through our website event, linked below.
Our Roots, Our Legacy
Purchased by the YMCA of Metro Chicago in 1925 for the solid sum of $10, YMCA Camp Pinewood was established to offer inner-city youth a different perspective through the great outdoors. Over the years, we’ve changed, evolved, and expanded to fit the needs of our community — from Family Camp and education programs to weddings and rentals.
At our core, Camp Pinewood is a place where people of all ages can build confidence, make new friends while strengthening existing connections, and unlock new adventures.
Find Joy in Giving
Commemorate 100 years of camp memories by making a gift to Camp Pinewood. When you invest in Camp Pinewood, you help us with the resources necessary to ensure we can deliver on our purpose with great passion and enthusiasm. Celebrate the past while building toward the future!