YES Camp
Everything you need to know about YES Camp
Program
Day 1 - Friday, August 7
The buses have arrived. The cabins are filling up. New friendships are forming. And six constellations are about to light up Camp Cullen. ✨
Today is all about meeting your team, stepping outside your comfort zone, and discovering that you can't spell power without WE.
This is just the beginning...
💙 YOU & ME: THE POWER OF WE
✨ When Hearts Align, Differences Shine.
Program
Day 2 Morning & Noon - Saturday, August 8
This morning, our campers are learning from inspiring speakers and engaging in interactive workshops designed to build leadership, confidence, emotional wellness, and lifelong skills.
Then it's time to put those lessons into action as our constellation teams take on water balloon battles, the YES Camp Star Hunt, and exciting outdoor adventures! 🌟
Every challenge is a chance to cheer each other on, step outside your comfort zone, and discover that the biggest wins happen when we work together.
💙 You can't spell power without WE.
Program
Day 2 Evening - Saturday, August 8
🌙 THE SUN SETS... BUT THE FUN IS JUST GETTING STARTED! ✨🎤
After a full day of adventures, it's time to turn up the music! 🎶 From our Lip Sync Showdown to the Freeze Dance Remix, tonight is all about confidence, creativity, and celebrating each other's unique talents.
Whether you're on stage or cheering from the crowd, tonight reminds us that the best moments happen when we laugh louder, dance harder, and shine together.
💛 When Hearts Align, Differences Shine.
Program
Day 3 - Sunday, August 9
🌟 ONE LAST MORNING. ONE LAST HUG. A LIFETIME OF MEMORIES. This weekend, strangers became teammates. Teammates became friends. And friends became family.
As we celebrate the incredible creativity of our Midway Expo and cheer on our final champions, we're reminded that the real victory isn't the games we played—it's the community we built together.
💙 When Hearts Align, Differences Shine.
Until next year... keep leading, keep growing, and never forget the Power of We.
What to Bring
Our Suggested Packing List:
Must Bring
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One item from home you haven’t used in the past year — it might be someone else’s treasure! (Examples: a book, gently worn hat, small plushie, unused journal, quirky mug, old keychain, or fun accessory)
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1 water bottle or canteen
Clothing
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1 light jacket
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1 pair of closed toe shoes such as sneakers or athletic shoes
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1 pair of water shoes for the waterfront activities such as slippers or crocs
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1 swimsuit/swim trunk for waterfront activities/swimming pool
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1-2 bath towels
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2-3 pairs of underwear & 2 pairs of socks
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3 T-shirts or blouses
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2 pairs of shorts
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1 Sun hat or cap & sunscreen (protection from the sun)
Bedding
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1 sleeping bag or 2 single sheets and 1 light blanket
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1 pillow & 1 laundry bag (old pillow case will work)
Toiletries
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Soap, shampoo and conditioner
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Toothbrush, toothpaste, brush or comb
Optional
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Insect repellent (non-aerosol)
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Raincoat or poncho or umbrella
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Beach towel
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Ear plugs (if you are a light sleeper)
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Flashlight
** YMCA Camp Cullen is a peanut and tree nut-free camp site. Please don't bring any nuts or peanuts to camp.
We are excited to return to YMCA Camp Cullen for YES Camp 2026! Nestled among the tall pines and along the beautiful shores of Lake Livingston, YMCA Camp Cullen provides the perfect setting for an unforgettable weekend of leadership, friendship, adventure, and personal growth.
Camp Cullen features modern cabin accommodations, spacious meeting facilities, outdoor adventure areas, waterfront activities, ropes courses, and countless opportunities for team building and leadership development.
📅 August 7–9, 2026
📍 YMCA Camp Cullen, 460 Cullen Loop, Trinity, TX 75862
YES Camp 2025 is hosted by ICEVN (Học Viện Công Dân) in collaboration with VCSA (Hội Văn Hóa Khoa Học Việt Nam) and Viet Vote Houston, with generous support from AliefVotes, OCA Greater Houston, Harris County Precinct 4, as well as Scout La Vang and Scout Phap Luan.
