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Midland YMCA's summer camp offers fun and learning for kids
By Lidianna Reyes at KMID ABC Big 2 / YourBasin (Permian Basin ABC)
· June 30, 2026
· 1 min read
MIDLAND, Texas (KMID/KPEJ)- The Midland YMCA is having its annual summer camp for kids. The camp began on June 1st and will run through August 14th. The camp is weekly from 7:30 am to 5:30 pm for children aged five to 12. "We do offer financial assistance," Devon Copeland, Aquatic Director at YMC...
Key takeaway "We do offer financial assistance," Devon Copeland, Aquatic Director at YMCA, said.
Why this matters in The Midland
The Midland YMCA's summer camp is a vital resource for local families, providing a safe and engaging environment for children to learn and grow during the summer months. With its weekly schedule and extended hours, the camp is well-suited to meet the needs of working parents who require reliable childcare. The availability of financial assistance is also a significant benefit, as it helps to ensure that all children, regardless of their family's income level, can participate in the camp's activities. As the summer camp season gets underway, it will be worth watching to see how the Midland YMCA's program is received by the community, and whether it can help to address any gaps in local childcare services. The camp's success could also have a positive impact on the city's parks and recreation scene, by helping to promote healthy lifestyles and outdoor activities among Midland's youth.
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Category: parks ·
Published: June 30, 2026 ·
Source: KMID ABC Big 2 / YourBasin (Permian Basin ABC) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? MIDLAND, Texas (KMID/KPEJ)- The Midland YMCA is having its annual summer camp for kids. The camp began on June 1st and will run through August 14th. The camp is weekly from 7:30 am to 5:30 pm for children aged five to 12. "We do offer financial assistance," Devon Copeland, Aquatic Director at YMC...
When was this published? This article was first published on June 30, 2026 by KMID ABC Big 2 / YourBasin (Permian Basin ABC) and curated for The Midland readers.
Who reported this story? This story was reported by Lidianna Reyes at KMID ABC Big 2 / YourBasin (Permian Basin ABC). To learn more about how The Midland selects and reviews stories, see our editorial standards .
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