Distance Running at

YMCA Camp Kresge

A scholastic cross country training camp

2022 Camp dates announced:
Sat. aug. 6th - Thur. aug. 11th

SCHEDULE

LONG RUNS FOR THE WEEK:

AUG 6- CHECK IN & GETTING TO KNOW KRESGE

AUG 7- D&L BLACK DIAMOND TRAIL

AUG 8- NESCOPECK STATE PARK

AUG 9 LEHIGH GORGE TRAIL

AUG 10- CAMP RELAY

AUG 11- CHECK OUT

Daily Schedule

All times for daily schedule are subject to change. Campers are responsible to

listen for schedule changes throughout the day. Please do not be late to any

session.

7:00 a.m. Wake-Up Call

7:15 a.m. Meet and stretch at pavilion for morning hill run (aka “Fluffy”)

8:45 a.m. Breakfast

10:45 a.m. Meet at pavilion for morning strength session and team building

12:30 p.m. Lunch

3:30 p.m. Meet and stretch at pavilion for long run (groups vary by ability)

6:00 p.m. Dinner

8:00 p.m. Evening Session (Guest Speaker/Movie/Camp fire)

10:15 p.m. In cabins and lights out

About Us

Distance Running at YMCA Camp Kresge: A scholastic cross-country training camp is in its 16th year of operation. We provide junior high and high school runners an opportunity to prepare for their upcoming cross country season by training on some of the most scenic and challenging trails in Northeastern Pennsylvania. Instruction is provided by a knowledgeable staff of former high school and collegiate runners. Guest speakers include coaches and running experts who will speak on topics such as nutrition, injury prevention (including proper shoe selection), and the psychological aspects of the sport.Distance Running at YMCA Camp Kresge fosters a welcoming, team-building environment away from the distractions of every day life. Participants interact with runners from a variety of teams across the state, fostering life-long friendships and promoting respect during competition.