summer 2013 - Bon Accord

SUMMER 2013
Daytrip Information Sheet
In this package, you will find information on what to bring, pick up and drop off times, and other pertinent
information. Please be advised that some programs have additional waiver forms that must be
completed correctly and RETURNED TO US AT LEAST 4 DAYS PRIOR TO THE PROGRAM in order for your
child to participate.
***An exception to this rule is the “Calgary Zoofari” trip, for which the waivers must be handed in by
July 30th.
MEDICATION POLICY: Our staff will not administer medication to your child under any circumstances, unless a
MEDICATION ADMINISTRATION FORM is filled out completely and accurately, as well as signed by the
parent/guardian prior to participation in the program. Please inform staff of ALL MEDICATION your child will be
taking, include prescription and non-prescription medication. The medication needs to be in a Ziploc bag labeled
with the child’s name, the name of the medication and the time of administration. To ensure the best experience
possible for your child, please inform supervisors prior to participation in the program of any medical, physical,
mental, or emotional concerns/disabilities that your child may have. For children who require EpiPens, a waiver
must be completed prior to your child's participation on site. Participants must carry their own EpiPens in a fanny
pack while attending any Sturgeon County day trip or overnight camp.
MEDICAL EMERGENCY PROCEDURES: In the event of an emergency, parent(s)/guardian(s) should understand that
Sturgeon County staff may render first aid, and if necessary, request transportation by ambulance for your child.
While every reasonable effort will be made to contact you or your stated emergency contact, if you cannot be
reached, the physician selected by Sturgeon County staff may order hospitalization, injection, transfusion,
anesthesia, or surgery for your child. If this is not acceptable to you, please advise our registrar prior to the date of
the program and we will cancel your registration and refund your registration fee.
REFUND POLICY: No Refunds will be given after the "register by" date has passed, with the exception of a medical
or family emergency. A doctor’s note is required. If the refund request is made prior to the “register by” date for the
program, you may transfer your payment to another program if there is a spot available or a refund will be provided
subject to an administration fee of $15 per program. If your cancellation is due to a medical or family emergency, the
administration fee will be waived. Please allow 2-4 weeks for processing. Full refund will be given if the program is
cancelled.
Sturgeon County holds the right to send a child home from a day trip or day program at the expense of the
parents if the child’s behavior presents a safety risk to themselves and/or others.
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N.S.F. CHEQUES: All bank charges on N.S.F. cheques will be the responsibility of the cheque writer.
WAIVERS:  Registrations will not be processed if the “liability personal information waiver” section of the
registration form is not signed. 
Some of the day trips require an additional waiver from the facility we are going to. This additional waiver form
must be signed in order to participate and can be completed at Sturgeon County upon registering or found online
at http://www.sturgeoncounty.ab.ca/ (follow “forms” under Quicklinks). It is your responsibility to ensure any
waivers required are returned to our office at least four days prior to the trip – with the exception of the “Calgary
Zoofari” Trip, for which the waiver must be handed in by July 30th. If we do not have it, your child will not be able to
participate and there will be no refund.
EMERGENCY CONTACT NUMBERS: When you arrive at the pickup point, be sure to check with us to ensure that we
have the correct emergency phone numbers.
EVALUATIONS: We will be asking each participant to fill out an evaluation of the day trip attended. We will provide
an evaluation sheet at the end of each day trip that can be filled out while it is still fresh in your child(ren)’s mind.
You can mail or drop off the evaluation at the Sturgeon County Centre, fax it to us at 780-939-2893 or bring it to your
next day trip. Our evaluations are also available online at www.sturgeoncounty.ca for your convenience. Evaluations
can also be left in the afterhours drop off slot, located in the front of Sturgeon County Centre building. Please take
the time to fill out the evaluations as we appreciate any comments or suggestions you may have.
Send to: Sturgeon County, 9610-100 Street, Morinville, Alberta, T8R 1L9
PICK UP LOCATIONS:
Cardiff:
Cardiff Hall (55320 Range Rd 251)
Travel east on Cardiff Road and turn right on Rge Rd 251. Continue south until
your first right. The hall is located shortly up the drive way by the outdoor arena.
Gibbons:
Gibbons Town Office (4807 50 street, Gibbons)
Sturgeon County: Sturgeon County Main Office Parking Lot (9613 100 street, Morinville)
Please be sure to arrive at least five minutes early to all pick up points. We will not wait more than 5 minutes past
the scheduled time so don’t be late!
**IMPORTANT: If a child is to be picked up by someone other than his/her guardian, written permission signed by
both parties must be given to a supervisor prior to the commencement of the day trip. **
HONORING OUR AGE RESTRICTIONS: Sturgeon County requests that all parents follow the guidelines in regards to
the assigned age groups. Due to previous difficulty caused by parents “sneaking” their child(ren) into a program that
they are not old enough for, we reserve the right to send home participants if they do not meet age requirements.
No refunds will be given should this happen. If you have registered a child in a program they are not old enough for,
we encourage you to change programs or request a refund prior to the start date.
PHOTOS: Throughout the summer pictures may be taken by staff, parents or media. On the registration form there is
an option to authorize or not authorize pictures to be taken. This section needs to be completed before a child can
participate in any Sturgeon County program
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BUS & VAN RULES
 Seatbelts must be worn at all times if available. There is to be no walking in the vehicle while it is
on route to the destinations.
 Eating on the bus/van will be permitted with the exception of sunflower seeds. Garbage
removal is the responsibility of the passenger.
Inappropriate behavior or language will not be tolerated at any time
Failure to comply with these rules could result in loss of
transportation privileges to future Sturgeon County programs.
WRISTBANDS: To ensure the safety of your
child in public places we will be putting a
wristband on him/her, on which emergency
numbers will be printed. Your child will be
expected to wear this wristband at all times,
while at our programs. Please speak to your
child about the importance of keeping the
wristband on. Safety is our number one
concern!
CLOTHING AND SUPPLIES POLICY:
Recommended clothing and footwear must be
worn on each day trip. Those participants who
show up without the proper clothing, footwear
and equipment will not be allowed to
participate in those activities that require that
clothing. (For example: trips involving
horseback riding require closed toed and closed
heeled shoes/boots). If you do not have one of
the items listed, check with family and friends.
You can also give us a call prior to the trip as in
some cases we do have extra gear available.
SNACKS AND LUNCHES: Parents please DO NOT
pack snacks and/or lunches containing peanuts
and/or nuts, to ensure the safety of those with
severe allergies. Thank you for your
cooperation!!!
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Introducing the Staff
We are so excited to welcome you to another action-packed summer at
Sturgeon County! Here is a brief hello from each of our fun-loving staff:
Summer Events Supervisors
Allysa Best: Hi there! I am so psyched to be the theme day coordinator this year! I am currently
attending the University of Alberta completing my degree in Elementary Education. I had such a
blast running a children’s summer reading program last summer and am so excited to utilize the
skills I gained to make this summer with Sturgeon one to remember!
Gregory Lefebvre: Hey there! This will be my first year working as a J.E.T. Supervisor and my third
summer with Sturgeon County Community Services. I am extremely excited to be part of all the
summer programs that we have worked so hard to plan and prepare for this spring. I enjoy
working with children of all ages and have experience with youth of all ages. I am a very active
individual and love playing sports and having fun. I have just completed my first year of Police
Studies at Grant MacEwan University and cannot wait to experience a summer jam packed with
smiles, laughter, sun, and of course, fun.
Lisa Coyne: Hey everyone! I'm very excited to be back for my third summer with Sturgeon County,
this time as Day Trip Supervisor. As an Education student from the University of Alberta with prior
experience coaching, teaching, and tutoring, I am looking forward to another summer of fun and
games with Sturgeon youth. I love working with kids of all ages, and I can’t wait to get out there
and enjoy the sunshine!
Samantha Stuart: Hello everyone! I'm very excited to start another energetic summer as Family
Funday Supervisor! Each year is a new adventure and I have loved every one with Sturgeon
County. Currently, I am pursuing my degree in Elementary Education at the University of Alberta. I
enjoy working with children, being outdoors, and travelling. This summer is sure to be packed with
good weather, great trips and lots of laughs!
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Summer Events Leaders
Mitchell Nowak: Hi everyone, I am looking forward to working with all of you this summer. We’ll
have an action packed time and every day will be a blast. I can’t wait to meet all of the interesting
people and spend another summer with kids. The activities planned are epic this year! I will enjoy
spending time with you and taking the fun to a whole new level.
Dayna Johnston: Hi everyone! I was a JET for three years and returning for another great year! I
have just completed grade twelve at Morinville Community High school, and will be continuing my
studies as a nurse next fall. I enjoy working with others and love to be surrounded by kids. I love
being involved in the programs as well as getting others involved. I am excited to meet all the kids
and families to let my true inner kid shine through!
Melanie Veenstra: This is my first year working with Sturgeon County and I’m looking forward to a
summer full of fun! I have plenty of experience working with children, and have provided childcare
services to many families in the community. I’m excited to meet new people and experience new
things and I hope everyone is ready for the great summer programs planned for this year.
Amanda Nord: Hello! It is my first year working with Sturgeon County and I am really excited to
create some fun memories on these fantastic trips! I am an animal lover but with a passion for
horses. I have volunteered at various stables for the past four summers, giving me lots of
experience with children. I love having fun in the sun and staying active with fun activities
throughout the day! I can’t wait to make some new friends this summer while we go on some
exciting adventures and I can’t wait to meet all of you!
If at any time you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to bring them to our attention
at the program site, or call Jessica Gray at Sturgeon County at 780-939-8333 or by email at
jgray@sturgeoncounty.ca.
You can also contact Samantha Stuart (ext. 221), Gregory Lefebvre (ext. 218), Allysa Best
(ext. 219), or Lisa Coyne (ext. 220), at 780-939-4321 or by email at lcoyne@sturgeoncounty.ca.
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Summer Programs
Zookeeper for a Day (7-12 years)
What to Bring:
 Hat, sunscreen, bug spray
 Running shoes
Hot dogs, chips, fruits and vegetables will
be served for lunch. Beverages and snacks will
be provided throughout the day.
TUESDAY, JULY 2
Gibbons Town Office
Sturgeon County Centre
TUESDAY, AUGUST 2O
Gibbons Town Office
Cardiff Hall
Pick Up
8:35 am
9:00 am
Drop Off
4:15 pm
3:50 pm
Pick Up
8:35 am
9:00 am
Drop Off
4:15 pm
3:50 pm
Drop Off
4:25 pm
4:05 pm
Drop Off
4:25 pm
4:05 pm
Hit the Lanes (6-11 years)
What to Bring:
 Socks for bowling
 Bathing suit
 Towel
WEDNESDAY, JULY 3
Gibbons Town Office
Cardiff Hall
Pick Up
9:15 am
9:40 am
 Participants may bring money for lockers, or
leave their belongings at a designated area
where at least one supervisor will always stay.
THURSDAY, AUGUST 15
Gibbons Town Office
Sturgeon County Centre
Pick Up
9:15 am
9:40 am
We will be having a pizza lunch at the St. Albert Bowling Centre and stopping for DQ on our way home.
Cheese Please! (6-10 years)
What to Bring:
 Bathing suit
 Towel
We will be having a pizza lunch at
Chuck E. Cheese and stopping at DQ on our way
home.
Participants may bring money for lockers, or
leave their belongings at a designated area
where at least one supervisor will always stay.
Gibbons Town Office
Sturgeon County Centre
Pick Up
11:00 am
11:25 am
Drop Off
4:40 pm
4:15 pm
TUESDAY, JULY 30
Pick Up
Drop Off
Gibbons Town Office
Sturgeon County Centre
11:00 am
11:25 am
4:40 pm
4:15 pm
THURSDAY, JULY 4
Quarters are provided; please do not bring extra money for games.
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Codename: Paintball (12-16 years)
What to Bring:
FRIDAY, JULY 5
 Bug spray
Gibbons Town Office
 Running shoes
Cardiff Hall
 Gloves and hat (optional)
 Clothes that you wouldn’t mind getting stained
Pick Up
Drop Off
9:15 am
3:50 pm
9:40 am
3:25 pm
RAINOUT: FRIDAY, JULY 12
Hamburgers, fruits and vegetables will be served for lunch. Beverages and snacks will be provided
throughout the day.
500 paintballs are included, but participants can choose to bring money for extra paintballs.
An additional waiver form for Grunts Paintball must be signed in order to participate. This can be
completed at the Community Services office upon registering or found on the Sturgeon County website.
Sculpt and Soak (6-10 years)
What to Bring:
 Hat, sunscreen, bug spray
 Old t-shirt for clay project
 Bathing suit
 Towel
Pick Up
9:35 am
10:00 am
MONDAY, JULY 8
Gibbons Town Office
Sturgeon County Centre
Drop Off
4:35 pm
4:10 pm
Tacos, fruits and vegetables will be served for lunch. Beverages and snacks will be provided throughout
the day. We will be stopping at DQ on our way home.
In case of rain, we will be swimming at Fountain Park Recreation Centre.
Kids in the Kitchen (8-14 years)
What to Bring:
 An appetite
 Hat, sunscreen, bug spray
Please be advised that we have a set menu
and cannot guarantee an allergy-free zone.
TUESDAY, JULY 9
Gibbons Town Office
Cardiff Hall
WEDNESDAY, JULY 24
Gibbons Town Office
Sturgeon County Centre
For lunch, we will be eating the meal we
create. Additional beverages and snacks will be provided throughout the day.
Pick Up
9:25 am
9:50 am
Drop Off
6:00 pm
5:35 pm
Pick Up
9:25 am
9:50 am
Drop Off
6:00 pm
5:35 pm
We will provide a children’s concession Combo to each participant.
Note that “G” and “PG” movies will be considered.
PLEASE NOTE, drop off time is subject to change based on movie times.
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Galaxy Quest (8+ years)
What to Bring:
 Running shoes
 Clothes you can climb in
WEDNESDAY, JULY 10
Gibbons Town Office
Sturgeon County Centre
Pick Up
9:10 am
9:35 am
Drop Off
4:35 pm
4:15 pm
We will be having lunch at McDonalds with the choice of any of the Happy Meals or McDeals.
Some rides have a height restriction regardless of age of participants.
Amazing Race (8-14 years)
What to Bring:
THURSDAY, JULY 11
 Running shoes
Gibbons Town Office
 Bathing suit
Cardiff Hall
 Towel
 Wear comfortable clothing for a variety of activities
Pick Up
8:45 am
9:10 am
Drop Off
4:55 pm
4:30 pm
Chicken wraps, fruits and vegetables will be served for lunch. Beverages and snacks will be provided
throughout the day.
 Participants may bring money for lockers, or leave their belongings at a designated area where at least
one supervisor will always stay.
Horsin’ Around (9+ years)
What to Bring:
 Hat, sunscreen, bug spray
 Wear long pants
(NO shorts or Capri pants)
 Appropriate clothing for the
weather
 Wear closed toe shoes
(NO sandals)
FRIDAY, JULY 12
Gibbons Town Office
Cardiff Hall
Pick Up
Drop Off
8:20 am
4:45 pm
8:45 am
4:20 pm
RAINOUT: TUESDAY, JULY 23
Chicken burgers, fruits and vegetables will be served for lunch. Beverages and snacks will be provided
throughout the day. We will also be stopping for a slurpee on our way home.
An additional waiver form for Pegasus Stables must be signed in order to participate. This can be
completed at the Community Services office upon registering or found on the Sturgeon County website.
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Kidz Quarterz (6-10 years)
What to Bring:
 Towel
 Bathing suit
 Socks
 Participants may bring money for lockers, or
leave their belongings at a designated area
where at least one supervisor will always stay.
MONDAY, JULY 15
Sturgeon County Centre
Gibbons Town Office
MONDAY, AUGUST 19
Sturgeon County Centre
Gibbons Town Office
Pick Up
9:30 am
9:55 am
Drop Off
5:05 pm
4:40 pm
Pick Up
9:30 am
9:55 am
Drop Off
5:05 pm
4:40 pm
Pick Up
9:15 am
Drop Off
7:30 pm
We will be having the kid’s grilled cheese lunch meal at Kidz Quarterz.
Just Beachy (8+ years)
What to Bring:
 Bathing Suit
 Towel(s)
 Hat, sunscreen, bug spray
TUESDAY, JULY 16
Cardiff Hall
Meat skewers, baby potatoes, fruits and vegetables will be served for lunch. Beverages and snacks will
be provided throughout the day. We will be stopping for supper on our way home.
Girls’ Night Out (8-12 years)
What to Bring:
 Hair ready to be styled!
 Nails ready to be painted!
Participants are to get “dressed up”! (no jeans
or jean shorts please).
We will be having supper at The Old Spaghetti
Factory.
WEDNESDAY, JULY 17
Gibbons Town Office
Sturgeon County Centre
TUESDAY, AUGUST 13
Gibbons Town Office
Sturgeon County Centre
Pick Up
12:50 pm
1:15 pm
Drop Off
NONE
10:00 pm
Pick Up
12:50 pm
1:15 pm
Drop Off
NONE
10:00 pm
 We will provide a children’s concession Combo to each participant.
Note that “G” and “PG” movies will be considered.
PLEASE NOTE, drop off time (10 pm Sturgeon County Centre only) is subject to change based
on movie times.
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Wave Runners (8+ years)
What to Bring:
 Bathing suit
 Towel
 Optional - $2.00 for life jacket
 Optional - $5.25 for tube
THURSDAY, JULY 18
Gibbons Town Office
Sturgeon County Centre
Pick Up
8:45 am
9:10 am
Drop Off
5:15 pm
4:50 pm
Participants may bring money for lockers ($7.00 for unlimited access), or leave their belongings at a
designated area where at least one supervisor will always stay.
A food voucher with a variety of choices for lunch located in WEM Waterpark is included.
Telus Body Worlds (8-12 years)
What to Bring:
 Hat, sunscreen, bug spray
 Weather appropriate clothing
 Walking shoes
TUESDAY, JULY 23
Gibbons Town Office
Cardiff Hall
Pick Up
9:10 am
9:35 am
Drop Off
3:00 pm
2:35 pm
We will be having a picnic lunch, weather permitting. Beverages and snacks will be provided throughout
the day.
An additional waiver form for Body Worlds must be signed in order to enter the exhibit. This can be
completed at the Community Services office upon registering or found on the Sturgeon County website.
Taste of Laser Quest (8-14 years)
What to Bring:
 Water bottle
 Running shoes
 Bathing suit
 Towel
THURSDAY, JULY 25
Gibbons Town Office
Cardiff Hall
Pick Up
9:30 am
9:55 am
Drop Off
5:35 pm
5:10 pm
 The Taste of Edmonton vouchers are provided; please do not bring extra money for tickets.
Beverages and snacks will be provided throughout the day.
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Arrows and Acrobats (9+ years)
What to Bring:
 Socks
 Shorts and T-shirt
 Sneakers (No flip flops, please!)
FRIDAY, JULY 26
Gibbons Town Office
Cardiff Hall
Pick Up
9:40 am
10:05 am
Drop Off
5:25 pm
5:00 pm
Pizza, fruit and vegetables will be served for lunch. Beverages and snacks will be provided throughout the
day.
Winterburn in the Summer (8-13 years)
What to Bring:
 Towel(s)
 Hat, sunscreen, bug spray
 Bathing Suit
MONDAY, JULY 29
Gibbons Town Office
Cardiff Hall
Pick Up
10:45 am
11:10 am
Drop off
5:50 pm
5:25 pm
RAINOUT: THURSDAY, AUGUST 8
 Participants may bring money for lockers, or leave their belongings at a designated area where at least
one supervisor will always stay
Lunch will be provided at Wild Waters. Beverages and snacks will be provided throughout the day.
Superb Sleepover (9-12 years)
What to Bring:
WEDNESDAY, JULY 31 Pick Up
 Sleeping bag,
Cardiff Hall
6:00 pm
pillow
 Pajamas
 Comfortable clothes + running shoes for Zumba!
 Change of Cloths
 Toiletries (face cloth, toothbrush, etc.)
 Foam or blow-up mattress, if you have one
THURSDAY, AUGUST 1
Cardiff Hall
Drop Off
10:00 am
All meals will be provided. Beverages and snacks will be provided throughout the day.
We do not drive participants anywhere for this trip. Simply arrive at Cardiff Hall at the scheduled time.
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Calgary Zoofari (9+ years)
Pick Up
TUESDAY, AUGUST 6
What to Bring:
 Change of clothes Sturgeon County Centre 9:00 am
 Toiletries
(face cloth, toothbrush, toothpaste, towel, etc.)
 Hat, sunscreen, bug spray
 Weather appropriate clothing
 Water bottle
 Running shoes
 Sleeping bag and pillow
 Pajamas (Light, the building is around 25° C)
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 7
Drop Off
Sturgeon County Centre
5:00 pm
All meals are included. Beverages and snacks will be provided throughout the day.
Please do not bring foam or blow-up mattresses; Calgary Zoo provides cots to their sleepover
participants.
An additional waiver form for Calgary Zoo must be signed in order to participate in the Rainforest
Adventure Sleepover at Calgary Zoo. This can be completed at the Community Services office upon
registering or found on the Sturgeon County website.
*** PLEASE NOTE – the additional waiver for Calgary Zoo must be submitted by July
30, a week prior to the event***
Fun at the Fort (6+)
What to Bring:
 Socks
 Running shoes
 Towel
 Swimsuit
THURSDAY, AUGUST 8
Gibbons Town Office
Cardiff Hall
Pick Up
8:40 am
9:05 am
Drop Off
4:15 pm
3:50 pm
Cold cut sandwiches, fruit and veggies will be served for lunch. Beverages and snacks will be provided
throughout the day.
In case of rain, we will swim at Kinsmen Sport Centre.
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Zoom and Tube (8-14 years)
What to Bring:
 Hat, sunscreen, bug spray
 Water Shoes
 Bathing suit
 Towel
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 14
Cardiff Hall
Pick Up
8:30 am
Drop Off
6:00 pm
BBQ Pita Pizzas, fruit and vegetables will be served for lunch. Beverages and snacks will be provided
throughout the day.
Off the Wall (9-14 years)
What to Bring:
 Socks
 Water bottle
 Shorts or sweat pants (no jeans)
FRIDAY, AUGUST 16
Gibbons Town Office
Cardiff Hall
Pick Up
9:10 am
9:35 am
Drop Off
3:45 pm
3:20 pm
We will be having lunch at Boston Pizza. Beverages and snacks will be provided throughout the day.
An additional waiver form for Vertically Inclined must be signed in order to participate. This can be
completed at the Community Services office upon registering or found on the Sturgeon County Website
Wild Rapids Wind-Up (9+)
What to Bring:
 Water bottle
 Towel(s)
 Money for lockers (optional)
 Hat, waterproof sunscreen, bug spray
 Bathing suit
Pick Up
Sturgeon County Centre
8:20 am
RAINOUT PLAN (Same date) Pick Up
Sturgeon County Centre
9:20 am
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 21
Drop Off
8:15 pm
Drop Off
6:50 pm
 Participants may bring money for lockers, or leave their belongings at a designated area where at least
one supervisor will always stay.
 Lunch vouchers will be provided at Wild Rapids and we will be stopping for supper on our way home.
Beverages and snacks will be provided throughout the day.
Rainout Plan: We will go to the WEM Waterpark OR you can get a refund.
Please refer to the “Wave Runners” trip description on July 18 for supplies. The only
difference is that we will also provide a meal before returning home.
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