summer camp guide - The YMCA of Delaware

2016
Best summ
er ever!
SUSSEX FAMILY YMCA
SUMMER CAMP
GUIDE
GOALS
FOR OUR
CAMPERS
WELCOME TO
CAMP OOWASSIS!
• Make friends, have fun and enjoy
being a kid
• Experience new things
• Experience a variety of activitiesoutdoors, physical and creative
• Find their imagination
• Experience a sense of pride in their
actions, choices and projects
• Experience opportunities to share
and express their ideas with a group
• Become a productive member of
a group
• Be a part of something bigger then
themselves
• Develop relationships with adults
that believe in them
• Respect themselves, others and
nature
• Enjoy reading through storytelling,
silent reading and reading aloud
• Through participation in our
swimming program, learn swimming
skills and water safety, and be active
• Take opportunities to make choices
for themselves and the group
• Experience the camp spirit within
themselves and enjoy sharing it with
others
We are committed to providing kids with a safe and positive
experience as we nurture community, promote the Y’s core
values, and encourage the joy of being active! Camping,
like many Y programs, is about learning skills, developing
character and making friends. Few environments are as
special as camp. Kids become a community as they learn
how to be more independent and how to contribute to a
group while engaging in physical, social and educational
activities. Camping teaches self-­reliance, a love for nature
and the outdoors, and the development of attitudes and
practices that build character and leadership. Y counselors
are dedicated to making sure camp is an amazing experience
for every camper.
OUR PHILOSOPHY
The YMCA of Delaware believes in providing comprehensive
camp programs, which foster the social, cultural, physical and
emotional development of children of all ages. All activities
reflect the character values of caring, honesty, respect and
responsibility. We create an opportunity for children to
enhance their self-esteem, build friendship skills, develop
greater independence as well as give them a sense of their
creative potential in a safe, fun and nurturing environment.
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SAVE THE DATES
MOVIE NIGHTS
The Sussex YMCA will have a movie the 1st and 3rd
Thursday of every month this summer. Bring the
whole family and your beach chairs. The playground,
moonbounce and gaga pit will be open at 7:15 p.m.
and the movie will start at sundown. Snacks will be
available for purchase. RSVP to Membership Desk
and remember your bug spray!!
DAYS: 1st and 3rd Thursday in May (only 3rd),
June, July, August, September
TIME: Gate will open at 7:15 p.m. Movie starts
at sundown.
LOCATION: Back playground of Sussex Family YMCA
FEE: Free for members and their families
CAMP SESSIONS: Week 1 (June 20-24):
Week 2 (June 27 - July 1) Week 3 (July 5-8)
Week 4 (July 11-15)
Week 5 (July 18-22)
Week 6 (July 25-29) Week 7 (Aug 1-5)
Week 8 (Aug 8-12)
Week 9 (Aug 15-19)
Week 10 (Aug 22-26)
CAMP EXPLORERS
ADVENTURERS
VOYAGERS SUMMER PRESCHOOL SPORTS CAMP HEALTHY KIDS DAY
Saturday, April 30, 2016
Summer is the time for kids to get up,
get out and grow. But for some kids,
exposure to activities that stimulate
the body and mind ends with the school
year. In fact, research shows that kids
are prone to gain more weight and fall
behind in the summer. On April 30th,
the Y will celebrate Healthy Kids day,
our national initiative to improve the
health and well-being of kids.
This event is open to the community!
THEME Game Shows Galore
Spy Kids Extreme Detectives Party in the USA
Super Hero
Rudolph the Sunburnt Reindeer
Color Wars
Disney Dance Party
Wild Wild West
Camp Oowassis Has Talent
Medieval Mischief
FIELD TRIP
Salisbury Zoo
Jungle Jim’s
Delaware Children’s Museum
All Camp Celebration (Wed. trip, 6 p.m. return)
Funland
Frontier Town Water Park
Camp Tockwogh (6 p.m. Return)
Frontier Town Wild West Show
Rehoboth Children’s Theater
Movies at Midway
GRADE ENTERING
Kindergarten and 1st grade
2nd and 3rd grades
4th and 6th grades
Ages 2 - 5 years
Pre-K - 10th grades
CAMP QUESTIONS?
Contact Nate Walker, Camp Director at (302) 296-9622 or nwalker@ymcade.org.
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SUMMER CAMP 2016
LUNCH SNACKS & WATER BOTTLES
FREE LUNCH AND SNACK (Summer food service program)
Lunch and afternoon snack are available through the Summer
Food Service Program. Families are still welcome to pack
lunches and snacks daily, especially if your child has the
following:
• Food Allergies
• Child does not like the food being offered
• Food being offered is not enough for your child
The following is a sample menu of lunches and snacks that
will be provided during the summer:
• LUNCH:
Milk:1% white (8 oz.)
Fruit: Fruit Cup, Orange, Apple, Plum, or Raisins
Sandwich: Turkey and Cheese, Tuna Cup or
Turkey Ham and Cheese
•A
FTERNOON SNACK: Fruit, Cereal Bar, Cheese Crackers,
Pretzels, or Goldfish
PACKING DAILY
You may choose to pack your child’s lunch daily. If so, please
keep in mind that there are no refrigerators or microwaves
available. Packing lunch in an insulated bag or hard top cooler
is recommended and should be labeled with your campers
name. If your child does not want to participate in the
afternoon snack program, please make sure to pack afternoon
snacks for them.
WATER BOTTLE
We encourage everyone to bring a water bottle daily.
Campers will move around outside during the day and having
a water bottle to stay hydrated is very important. There are
plenty of water refill stations and water fountains at our
camp. Please remember to label your child’s water bottle.
THANK YOU!
Of those children receiving free and/or reduced cost meals at
school during the school year, only one in six have access to
a similar type of program during the summer months. Thanks
to support from the Y USA, Walmart, and Annual Campaign
donors, our camp fills this opportunity gap, providing free
meals for many campers during the summer months.
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FANTASTIC
FRIDAYS
Fantastic Fridays are designed for
campers and counselors to dress
up according to the theme below.
WEEK 1: Crazy Hat Day
WEEK 2: Come in a Disguise
WEEK 3: Red, White and Blue
WEEK 4: Super Hero
WEEK 5: Christmas and Crazy Hats
WEEK 6: Your Team’s Color
WEEK 7: Disney Characters
WEEK 8: Cowboy or Cowgirl
WEEK 9: Pajama Day
WEEK 10: Knights and Princesses
OPEN DOORS
FINANCIAL
ASSISTANCE
PROGRAM
Financial assistance to
help with the cost of
camp is available thanks
donations made to our
Annual Campaign.
Open Doors applications
are available at our
membership desk or
online at ymcade.org.
Assistance is distributed
on a first come, first
serve basis and is
determined by financial
need. Financial
documents requested
on the application must
accompany your Open
Doors application or it
will be considered
incomplete. The eligibility
process may take 2-3
weeks and space is
limited. To receive
assistance for camp, you
must apply prior to camp
registration.
REGISTRATION
REGISTRATION BEGINS
MONDAY, FEBRUARY 1, 2016
HOW DO I REGISTER?
· Registration forms are available at the Sussex Family YMCA
membership desk or can be downloaded from ysummercamp.org.
· Complete one registration packet per camper and return it to the
Sussex Family Membership Desk. Ensure that all documents are
complete and signed.
REGISTRATION REQUIREMENTS
· YMCA account for the family must be current.
· YMCA membership for the camper must remain active throughout
the summer.
· Registration forms must be completed in full. If something does
not apply, please mark N/A.
· Phone numbers and email addresses must be kept up to date.
· Registrations must arrive by the MONDAY BEFORE THE WEEK OF
CAMP. Registrations received after Monday are subject to a $30
late processing fee.
· Any cancellation or change must be submitted in writing 10
business days prior to the change or cancellation date. All
changes are subject to space availability and are not guaranteed.
· Must submit current immunization and physical records.
PURCHASE OF CARE
Purchase of care is
accepted for all of
our camp programs.
A current POC
authorization form from
the State of Delaware
must be provided at the
time of registration.
Our site ID number is
1770002400.
Our site ID is active in
the POC system year
round.
CAMP SESSIONS
BANK DRAFT
Week
Week
Week
Week
Week
Week
Week
Week
Week
Week
June 15
June 15
July 1
July 1
July 15
July 15
July 15
August 1
August 1
August 15
1: June 20-24 2: June 27-July 1 3: July 5-8
4: July 11-15
5: July 18-22 6: July 25-29 7: Aug 1-5
8: Aug 8-12
9: Aug 15-19 10: Aug 22-26
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CAMPS
EXPLORERS CAMP
ADVENTURERS CAMP
VOYAGERS CAMP
AGES: Campers entering
AGES: Campers entering
AGES: Campers entering
Kindergarten or 1st grade
Activities are centered around a
weekly theme. Campers participate
in a daily “pow-wow” to find out
about the day’s activities, learn
camp songs and be silly with the
group. Staff encourages our
youngest campers to meet new
friends, try new activities, become
responsible for their belongings
and have fun. Activities include
swimming, environment education,
arts and craft, reading/storytelling,
trips to the beach on Tuesdays and
field trips on Thursdays. Campers
should bring a backpack with
lunch (if they do not enjoy the one
provided), water bottle, swimsuit,
towel and sunscreen daily. Be sure
to label all items!
2nd or 3rd grade
Activities are centered around a
weekly theme. Campers participate
in a daily “pow-wow” to find out
about the day’s activities, learn
camp songs and be silly with the
group. Staff encourages these
campers to meet new friends,
try new activities, and group
decision making. Activities include
swimming, environment education,
arts and craft, reading/storytelling,
Zumba, team building, trips to the
beach on Tuesdays, and field trips
on Thursdays. Campers should
bring a backpack with lunch (if they
do not enjoy the one provided),
water bottle, swimsuit, towel and
sunscreen daily. Be sure to label
all items!
TIME - 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
TIME - 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
FEES:
Full Member: $145 per week
Program Member: $180 per week
FEES:
Full Member: $145 per week
Program Member: $180 per week
* Due to being closed on the
4th of July, week 3 rates
(July 5 - 8) are as follows:
Full Member: $116
Program Member: $144
* Due to being closed on the
4th of July, week 3 rates
(July 5 - 8) are as follows:
Full Member: $116
Program Member: $144
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4th - 7th grade
Activities and pow-wow are
based around the week’s theme.
Adventure campers will live the
theme all week. Staff is full of
camp spirit and encourages new
friendships, trying new activities,
caring and respecting others
in a group and becoming more
independent. Activities include
swimming, environment education,
Zumba, team-building, science, trips
to the beach on Tuesdays and field
trips on Thursdays. Campers should
bring lunch, water bottle, swim suit,
towel and sunscreen daily. Campers
should bring a backpack with
lunch (if they do not enjoy the one
provided), water bottle, swimsuit,
towel and sunscreen daily. Be sure
to label all items!
TIME - 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
FEES:
Full Member: $145 per week
Program Member: $180 per week
* Due to being closed on the
4th of July, week 3 rates
(July 5 - 8) are as follows:
Full Member: $116
Program Member: $144
SUMMER PRESCHOOL
AGES: 2 - 5 years
This summer preschool education program
includes a planned curriculum consisting of camp
themes, a field trip for the 4 and 5 year olds,
creative play, physical activity, social interaction,
swimming, and daily pow-wows!
FULL DAY
TIME: 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
FEES:
Full Member: $145 (July 5 - 8: $116)
Program Member: $180 (July 5 - 8: $144)
EXTENDED ENRICHMENT
TIMES: 7 – 9 a.m. or 4 – 6 p.m.
Before and After care is a supervised,
structured time which allows campers
to either relax and prepare for the
day or wind down after a long day at
camp. A variety of activities will be
made available if campers choose to
participate.
FEES:
FULL MEMBER:
• Before OR After care one week
session: $10 (July 5 - 8: $8)
• Before AND After Care one week
session: $20 (July 5 - 8: $16)
PROGRAM MEMBERS • Before OR After care one week
session: $20 (July 5 - 8: $16)
• Before AND After care one week
session: $40 (July 5 - 8: $32)
HALF DAY
TIME: 9 a.m. – 12 p.m.
FEES:
Full Member: $70 (July 5 - 8: $56)
Program Member: $90 (July 5 - 8: $72)
WHAT TO BRING TO PRESCHOOL
The items listed below are important to ensure
that your child is prepared for their day and able
to participate all activities. Please bring
the following:
• Crib sheet and small blanket
• Bathing suit and towel
• Sneakers and old clothes are a must! We will be
walking, running and playing a lot. Getting messy
is our job and we take it seriously! Wearing old
clothing ensures that we do not damage anything
important.
• Weather appropriate clothing. We go outside
almost every day unless there is active
precipitation or public announcements advising
people to remain indoors.
• A healthy lunch. Please include protein, veggie
and fruit, dairy and water to drink.
• Afternoon snack
* Food service program is available for
summer preschool.
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SPORTS CAMPS
June 20 - June 24
July 11 - July 15
July 25 - 29
AGES: 6 - 16 (boys and girls)
Under the instruction of the on-site
golf professional John Ray, campers will
participate in various skill instruction and
golf activities. The camp will be facilitated
at the American Classic Golf Course.
TIMES: Vary per age and session
selected
ONLINE REGISTRATION
OPENS 2/1/16:
www.americanclassicgolf.com/
AGES: 8 – 13 (boys and girls)
Under the instruction of the Sussex
Family YMCA sports staff, campers
will participate in various skill building
drills, competitions, scrimmages and
conditioning pertaining to the sport of
flag football! Campers are asked to wear
clothing suitable and appropriate for
athletic play. Participants are requested
to wear plastic molded football shoes as
well as bring a bagged lunch and water
bottle. This camp will participate in the
end-of-day swim at the YMCA, please
pack a bathing suit and towel.
AGES: 3-14 (boys and girls)
This full week camp, organized and run
by Challenger Sports British Soccer
coaches and YMCA staff, will be focusing
on skill and player development. Certified
trainers and coaches will have players
engage in daily practice drills, scrimmages
and an end-of-week tournament. THOSE
WHO REGISTER ONLINE A MINIMUM
45 DAYS PRIOR TO CAMP RECEIVE A
FREE CHALLENGER SPORTS OFFICIAL
SOCCER JERSEY.
AMERICAN CLASSIC GOLF CAMP
PHONE REGISTRATION: (302) 632-6555 (John Ray)
* No bus service provided.
June 27 - July 1
YOUTH BASKETBALL CAMP
AGES 8 -13 (boys and girls)
Basketball camp will be offered again
this summer. This is a highly instructional
program. Children will be divided into
groups by age and ability where players
will focus on the development of
individual skills by drills, competitions
and games. This is a great program for
current and prospective YMCA youth
basketball league participants. This
camp can be physically demanding. Each
camper needs a water bottle, lunch
and appropriate clothing for playing
basketball. Campers will also participate
in end-of-day swim, please bring a towel
and bathing suit!
TIMES: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
LOCATION: Rehoboth Elementary
(Campers may be dropped off as early as
8:45 a.m. at Rehoboth Elementary and
picked up as late as 6 p.m. at the YMCA.)
FEES:
Full Members: $150
Program Members: $200
YOUTH FLAG FOOTBALL CAMP
TIMES: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
LOCATION: Rehoboth Elementary
(Campers may be dropped off as early as
8:45 a.m. at Rehoboth Elementary and
picked up as late as 6 p.m. at the YMCA.)
FEES:
Full Members: $150
Program Members: $200
CHALLENGER SPORTS YOUTH
SOCCER CAMP
TIMES: Times vary per session
FEES: Please check challenger website
for pricing.
LOCATION: Beacon Middle School
ONLINE REGISTRATION:
www.challengersports.com
*No bus service provided
August 8 - 12
July 18 – 22
TUMBLING & AERIAL CAMP
CHALLENGER SPORTS
MULTI-SPORT CAMP
AGES: 6-13 (boys and girls)
Learn to tumble and balance in our
very popular camp taught by instructor
Rachel Cryne. Participants will learn a
variety of skills on the beams, mats and
trampolines and will also be engaged
in youth yoga class and some outdoor
activities. Campers will participate in daily
swimming, so please bring a towel and
bathing suit. Campers are asked to bring
a bagged lunch and water bottle, as this
can be physically demanding.
TIMES: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
LOCATION: YMCA
(Campers may be dropped off as early as
8:45 a.m. at the YMCA and picked up as
late as 6 p.m.)
FEES:
Full Member: $170 per week
Program Member: $220 per week
AGES: 6-12 (boys and girls)
Motivate, Activate and Energize your
child with Challenger Sports’ new Multi
Sports Program. Challenger’s team of
British coaches will provide your boys
and girls with a memorable week of
nonstop action, fun and competition —
all with a British Twist! Participants must
wear clothing appropriate for athletic
activity. Please bring water bottle as this
is physically demanding.
TIMES: 9 a.m. to 12 Noon
PRICES: Please see Challenger website
LOCATION: Beacon Middle School
ONLINE REGISTRATION:
www.challengersports.com
* No bus service provided.
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AQUATIC CAMPS
July 5 - 7
August 15 - 18
AGES: 5-12
Looking for a place for your children to have fun while you enjoy
time to yourself? Activities will be centered around water fun.
Participants must be able to swim without any flotation and
pass a swim test. Limit is 25 participants.
TIME: 6:30 - 8 p.m.
REGISTER: Sign up for one or all three days at Member Services.
FEES:
Full Member: $15 per day
Program Member: $20 per day
Community Member: $40 per day
AGES: 5-12
Enjoy spending time at the pool? Activities will be centered
around water sports and games. Participants must be able to
swim without any flotation and pass a swim test. Limit is 30
participants.
TIME: 1 - 5:30 p.m.
FEES:
Full Member: $150
Program Member: $200
Community Member: $300
DASH AND SPLASH
WATER MANIA
August 22 - 25
August 8 -11
YMCA SPLASH
AGES: 5-12
Join us for a week of FUN water activities. Children will
participate in various activities in and around the water that will
teach them how to be safe in all aquatic environments. What a
fun way for kids to learn how to be safe in and around the water.
Participants must be able to swim without any flotation device
and pass a swim test. Limit is 30 participants.
TIME: 1 - 5:30 p.m.
FEES:
Full Member: $150
Program Member: $200
Community Member: $300
TSUNAMI SPLASH
AGES: 5-12
Join us for a week of activities geared towards the competitive
swimmer. There will be a focus on stroke technique and analysis,
aqua strength training, proper stretching and nutrition for
the athlete. Participants must be able to swim one length and
be a green band. Goggles and swim caps required. Limit is 30
participants.
TIME: 1 - 5:30 p.m.
FEES:
Full Member: $150
Program Member: $200
Community Member: $300
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Every day, we work side-by-side with our
neighbors to make sure that everyone,
regardless of age, income or background,
has the opportunity to learn, grow and
thrive. When you give to the Y, you
strengthen our community.
Your contribution opens doors not only
for kids, but also for families, adults and
senior citizens alike. Your gift is used to
provide financial assistance to those in our
community who are unable to afford the
cost of membership.
How do I get financial assistance?
Contact the nearest YMCA branch and request an Open Doors financial assistance
application or download it at www.ymcade.org.
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Wilmington, DE
SUSSEX FAMILY YMCA
20080 Church Street
Rehoboth Beach, DE 19971
Phone: 302-296-YMCA
Fax: 302-227-3638
Additional YMCAs come with your membership!
YMCA full members also enjoy privileges at the Philadelphia Freedom Valley and Brandywine Valley YMCAs.
Plus you have access to the following 5 additional YMCA of Delaware locations:
BEAR-GLASGOW YMCA | (302) 836-YMCA
351 George Williams Way, Newark, Delaware 19702
BRANDYWINE YMCA | (302) 478-YMCA
3 Mt. Lebanon Road, Wilmington, Delaware 19803
CENTRAL YMCA | (302) 254-YMCA
501 West Eleventh Street, Wilmington, DE 19801
DOVER YMCA | (302) 346-YMCA
1137 South State Street, Dover, DE 19901
WESTERN FAMILY YMCA | (302) 709-YMCA
2600 Kirkwood Highway, Newark, DE 19711
OTHER YMCA CONTACTS
• Camp Tockwogh | 800-331-CAMP
24370 Still Pond Neck Road
Worton, MD 21678
• ASSOCIATION OFFICE | (302) 221-YMCA
100 West 10th Street - Suite 1100,
Wilmington, DE 19801
• WALNUT ST. YMCA | (302) 472-YMCA
1000A North Walnut Street,
Wilmington, DE 19801