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YES Camp

Everything you need to know about YES Camp 

Program

Day 1 - Friday, August 8

Camp officially kicks off Friday afternoon at Boxwoods, the beautiful lakeside retreat center at Camp Cho-Yeh. From the moment you arrive, you’ll be welcomed into an energetic and inclusive space designed for learning and growth.

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Highlights include:

  • Camper arrival and team orientation

  • Indoor mixer and community-building games

  • An exciting kickoff program to set the tone

  • Late-night wellness activities, bonding, and reflections

 

Whether this is your first leadership camp or your tenth, Friday night will have you saying: “I found my people.”

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Program

Day 2 Morning - Saturday, August 9

Saturday is the heart of YES Camp — where personal growth meets powerful programming. You'll engage with our incredible lineup of guest speakers, dive deep into wellness and leadership workshops, and compete in the epic YES Quest, a camp-wide challenge inspired by games, strategy, and teamwork.

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🗣 Featured Speakers & Sessions:

  • Judge Christopher V. Phan (Keynote) – From Vietnam to the bench: a story of service and resilience

  • Dr. Anhlan Nguyen – Emotional intelligence and living with GRACE

  • Dr. Dung Ngo – Mental wellness in the Vietnamese community

  • Dr. Renea Skelton – Unleashing your inner leader through self-awareness

Program

Day 2 Afternoon - Saturday, August 9 

A full day of inspiring speakers, wellness workshops, and the epic YES Quest — a high-energy challenge combining fun, creativity, and team spirit!

  • Rosie Nguyen – Mastering storytelling and online presence

  • Lena Ngoc Nguyen – Self-defense techniques rooted in Vietnamese martial arts

  • Julie Trinh – Learn a fun K-Pop dance routine​

 

🌀 Activities & Workshops Include:

  • The YES Quest: part strategy game, part talent showcase, part epic fun

  • Fireworks

  • Bonfire​

 

From laughter to deep learning, Saturday is the day you’ll remember forever.

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Program

Day 3 - Sunday, August 10

Our final day is a moment to reflect, recharge, and carry everything you’ve learned into the real world. It’s not the end — it’s the beginning of your next chapter.

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Highlights include:

  • A calm morning wellness session

  • Campsite activities: archery, axe throwing...

  • Closing reflections and acknowledgements

  • The YES Ceremony: celebrating you and your growth

  • Departing with lifelong friendships, purpose, and passion

 

📸 One weekend, endless memories.
🗣 One voice, infinite impact.

 

Let’s carry this energy forward into our lives, our communities, and our future. 💫

What to Bring

Our Suggested Packing List:

​Must Bring

  • 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)

  • 1 water bottle or canteen

 

Clothing

  • 1 light jacket

  • 1 pair of closed toe shoes such as sneakers or athletic shoes

  • 1 pair of water shoes for the waterfront activities such as slippers or crocs

  • 1 swimsuit/swim trunk for waterfront activities/swimming pool

  • 1-2 bath towels

  • 2-3 pairs of underwear & 2 pairs of socks

  • 3 T-shirts or blouses

  • 2 pairs of shorts

  • 1 Sun hat or cap & sunscreen (protection from the sun)

 

Bedding

  • 1 sleeping bag or 2 single sheets and 1 light blanket

  • 1 pillow & 1 laundry bag (old pillow case will work)

 

Toiletries

  • Soap, shampoo and conditioner

  • Toothbrush, toothpaste, brush or comb

 

Optional

  • Insect repellent (non-aerosol)

  • Raincoat or poncho or umbrella

  • Beach towel

  • Ear plugs (if you are a light sleeper)

  • Flashlight

 

** Boxwoods is a peanut and tree nut-free camp site. Please don't bring any nuts or peanuts to camp.

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YES Camp 2025 is happening at Boxwoods at Camp Cho-Yeh — a scenic lakeside retreat in Livingston, TX. From sunrise reflections by Lake Livingston to action-packed outdoor fun, this camp has it all.

Explore: Canoeing, kayaking, archery, axe throwing, volleyball, basketball & more.  In addition, campfire nights, late-night bonding, & modern, air-conditioned cabins to rest and recharge.

​It’s not just where we stay — it’s where memories are made. You’ll laugh, grow, and build friendships that last a lifetime.
 

📍 Location: YES Camp at Boxwoods - Camp Cho-Yeh
500 Lazy Ln, Livingston, TX 77351
832-646-4738

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.

   

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