Free and open to the public, families are invited to visit the Y  and learn about 2026 Summer Day Camp & Teen Programs  
 
The YMCA of the Sandhills invites families to the 2026 Summer Camp Kickoff on Saturday, Feb. 21 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at its Fayetteville YMCA and Saleeby Family YMCA in Cameron.  
YMCA Summer Day Camp registration will open March 3 at 8:30 a.m., but Camp Kickoff is a great way for parents and kids to meet camp staff, explore activities, and get answers to questions about registration, program schedules , and camp locations during this fun meet-and-greet event. 
“Summer Day Camp at the Y gives kids a chance to make new friends, stay active, learn new skills, unplug from screens, and have fun in a safe, supportive, welcoming place all summer long,” said Chealsea Sias, Association Director of Youth Development for YMCA of the Sandhills. “Our kickoff event is a great way for families to get a preview of the fun and growth that awaits this summer.” 
The Fayetteville Y will host the Camp Kickoff for kids in Cumberland County, and the Saleeby Family Y’s event is for kids in Harnett County. Parents and teens will also have the opportunity to learn about the Y’s Leader in
Training and Counselor in Training programs for teens at summer camp, where teens can grow their leadership skills and confidence.   The Y also offers its “Get Summer” program specifically for teens aged 12 to 18 in the
community. The Y provides a free summer membership with access to all the Y’s amenities, plus teen-only activities, trips, competitions and connections with community partners and mentors. “We’re focusing on overall well-being, including our teens’ physical and mental health, while also eliminating financial barriers that families may face,” Sias said.