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CELEBRATING 50 YEARS
CAMP
WYOMOCO
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Early Bird Registration Deadline is:
1964
2014
APRIL 15, 2014
Registration must be postmarked,
faxed or brought to the camp
office by 4/15/14
CAMP
WYOMOCO
BUSINESS OFFICE
Phone: 585-786-2251
wyomoco4hcamp@cornell.edu
www.campwyomoco.com
CAMP WYOMOCO
CAMP WYOMOCO
SINCE 1964
oWned and operated by Cornell Cooperative Extension of WYoming County
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GENERAL INFO ABOUT WYOMOCO
4-H Camp Wyomoco is fully owned and operated by Cornell Cooperative Extension of Wyoming County. Our Camp is coeducational and
open to any boy or girl who has reached their 8th birthday, but not reached their 17th birthday by the start of their week at camp. It is not
necessary to be a 4-H member to attend camp. Each day at 4-H Camp Wyomoco is filled with a variety of programs and activities including
camper classes, recreational activities, cabin activities, and all camp events. Special events are also planned on a weekly basis to fit the theme of
the week. These events provide your child with opportunities to make new friends and develop lasting camp memories. Campers sleep in
comfortable, rustic cabins. Bathroom washhouses are located within walking distance of each cabin and include toilets, sinks and private
showers. There are separate villages for the boys and girls as well as our Counselors-in-Training. Campers must provide their own linens and
toiletries. Please refer to the Camp Handbook for the complete list of items needed. Camp Wyomoco is located at 2780 Buffalo Road,
Varysburg, NY. The camp includes over 285 acres of fields, meadows, streams, and woodlands.
CAMP HOURS
Arrival day and time is Sunday
between 1:00 PM and 3:00 PM.
Pick up day and time is Friday
between 4:30 PM and 5:00PM.
CABIN-MATE REQUESTS
Campers are able to request
cabin-mates that are within 2
years of the camper’s age. Again
this summer, campers in the
Counselor In Training (CIT)
program will live in the CIT
Village with other CIT’s.
MEALS
Campers are served three
well-balanced meals daily. All
food is prepared onsite by our
staff. The meals reflect a variety
of choices and tastes. Our salad
bar also offers campers a variety
of fruits, vegetables and alternate
choices. Meals are served family
style by cabin in our dining hall.
We also have mid-morning and
evening snacks.
HEALTH & SAFETY
A full-time nurse will be on the
premises to dispense any
medications and attend to the
healthcare needs of our campers.
Waterfront staff members are
Red Cross certified and possess
credentials as Water Safety
Instructors and Lifeguards. All
staff are trained in CPR and First
Aid. The camp is inspected
regularly by the Wyoming
County Department of Health.
STAFF
All staff members selected to
work at Camp Wyomoco are
hired based on their experiences
and qualifications in working
with children. Each of our staff
members are interviewed and a
background check is conducted
before hiring.
2014 Camp THEMES
JULY 6-11
Bring your wand and
robes for Wizard week
at Camp Wyomoco.
Come compete in the
wizard cup
competitions and play
quidditch with your
house team. It’s sure to
be magical.
PIRATE
WEEK
OLYMPIC
WEEK
Holiday
WEEK
COUNTRY FAIR
WEEK
July 13 - 18
July 20 - 25
July 27 - August 1
August 3 - 8
Your team will face off
in Olympic
competitions for your
country. You’ll also
experience activities
and games from
around the world!
Celebrate some of our
favorite holidays
during this week at
camp. Bring your
favorite costume for
the costume dance,
decorate your cabin
for your favorite
holiday and prepare
for our Thanksgiving
feast!
Enjoy the wholesome
fun of a good old
country fair! Join in
the Parade, carnival
games and talent
show!
Pirate week will get
you “hooked” on
Wyomoco as you
search for pirate
treasure, sail the ‘seas’
and show off your
sword play.
HORSE CAMP JULY 6 - 11
Wyomoco Horse Camp is the ideal horsemanship experience for the horse enthusiast. 2014 promises to be a great year for Horse Camp.
Wyomoco is proud to continue the long standing tradition of campers bringing a horse to camp but renting a horse for the week is also available.
The environment at Wyomoco is safe and non-competitive. Horse Camp offers a unique hands-on program designed to strengthen
horsemanship skills through morning and afternoon riding lessons, a daily lesson in horse care and daily stable chores. Wyomoco encourages
any boy or girl between the ages of 10 and 16 to apply. Wyomoco respects everyone’s interests; however, Horse Camp is not for the beginner
equestrian. Weeks 2 through 5 are designed for the beginner and may be a more appropriate choice.
ABOUT HORSE CAMP
Under the watchful eye of knowledgeable
instructors and counselors, campers will
practice a constant respect for the horse and
an understanding of safety when working
with horses. This can be a strenuous
program for campers and horses so it is
important to get both in shape before
arriving at horse camp. We recommend that
campers should ride about 1 hour a day
leading up to their week at camp. During
camp we ride each day for at least 2 hours in
the morning and afternoon weather
permitting. Each camper will assume full
responsibility for their horse for the entire
week. They will handle all daily stable chores
including mucking, grooming, feeding,
tacking and untacking.
The core of riding instruction will be the
balanced seat and control of the horse.
Riding instruction classes are enjoyable as
you participate in a variety of classes
including trail obstacles, trail rides,
mounted games, riding patterns, jumping,
and dressage. Riding instructors develop
confident riders who can communicate
successfully with a willing horse.
WHAT TO EXPECT FOR LESSONS
4-H Camp Wyomoco is a non-competitive
learning environment.
We encourage
campers to have fun and discover new
abilities.
After a short evaluation ride,
campers will be grouped according to riding
ability and class preference. English and
Western riding styles are offered during
Horse Camp. When applying for horse
camp please send a separate statement
listing the experience level of the camper
and whether they prefer to ride English or
Western. Experience includes both formal
instruction and unstructured riding time.
It will help us to meet the needs of your
camper if you are as specific as possible
when describing horsemanship experience.
RENT A HORSE FOR THE WEEK
Campers who cannot bring a horse to camp
may enroll in this program for an additional
$150. This fee includes all feed and tack for
the rented horse.
The “Rent a Horse for the Week” program
exists for campers who have horsemanship
experience but are not bringing a horse to
camp. Instructors will match the camper’s
riding ability and comfort level to a horse
which they will ride in lessons. Campers
will also assume full responsibility for the
horse’s stable chores including mucking,
grooming, feeding, tacking and untacking.
This program is not designed for the first
time equestrian, but rather the camper who
has experience and would like to further
their horsemanship skills. A short riding
evaluation will assist instructors to place you
in a group at your ability. Although campers
in this program may begin in separate
classes, our goal is to move all “Rent a Horse
for the Week” riders into classes as soon as
possible.
Enrollment in this program is limited to 15
campers, so if you are interested, it is urgent
that you respond as soon as possible to apply
for your place in this program.
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ACTIVITIES FOR EVERY TASTE
The following are the program choices at Camp Wyomoco
AQUATICS (AQ)
PERFORMING ARTS (PA)
VISUAL ARTS (VA)
CANOEING AND KAYAKING
COMIC ARTS
ARTS AND CRAFTS
Wyomoco Canoe and Kayak program offers
something for everyone. On our three-acre
pond, beginner paddlers will learn to canoe
safely, practicing basic strokes and
maneuvering techniques. They’ll develop
skills in combining strokes, adapting to wind
conditions, navigation and self-rescuing.
Camp Wyomoco also offers kayaking! Our
instructors will introduce you to many of the
wonderful aspects of this awesome sport.
You’ll come away with a great sense of
accomplishment when you work toward
mastering the skills of kayaking!
SWIMMING
Our swim program is based on the
American Red Cross Learn-to-Swim
program which ranges from introductory
lessons for the beginner to Red Cross Junior
Lifeguarding for more advanced swimmers.
Every swim level emphasizes personal safety
as well as stroke refinement. The program is
closely supervised by experienced American
Red Cross Lifeguards and Water Safety
Instructors.
Have you ever wondered what it’s like to be a
clown? Then this is the activity for you!
Juggling, balloon animals and face painting
are some of the skills that you’ll experience.
You’ll also enjoy participating in comedy
skits, learning jokes and playing games of
the imagination. And no one here will tell
you to “STOP CLOWNING AROUND!”
DRAMA
Learn and participate in a variety of
dramatic arts including drama skits,
dancing, improvisation games, or vocal
performance with one of Wyomoco’s
talented cast members in preparation for a
brief, end of the week, performance for your
camp friends!
JAM SESSION
Bring your favorite musical instrument and
jam with the Wyomoco staff. No formal
lessons here, just time for making music and
fun! Write a song for campfire or just enjoy
jammin’ together!
Try your hand at a variety of crafts, some
with natural materials and others using
contemporary materials and designs. It’s
fun, it’s creative and it’s Wyomoco Arts and
Crafts!
DRAWING AND PAINTING
Campers explore a variety of mediums
including pen and ink, charcoal, water color
and acrylic. We may try landscape, figure, or
still life drawing. Every day is a new
adventure.
PHOTOGRAPHY
Learn about digital cameras and principles
of photography. Take pictures of camp and
try out some basic editing techniques.
Learn how to do trick photography using
some different ideas.
WATER GAMES
Did you ever try to grab onto a watermelon
covered with vegetable oil and then attempt
to swim with it past a goal line? How about
a game of blob tag? These are just two of the
activities that you might enjoy when you
sign up for water games. The games we
choose at Wyomoco will be filled with fun
and will be enjoyable for campers of any age!
COUNSELOR IN TRAINING (LE)
WYOMOCO’s WISH LIST
Do you have some items around the
house that you are cleaning out? Why
not donate to Camp Wyomoco!
Items we need:
Arts and Crafts Supplies / Fabric
Old Blenders
Old Crockpots
Archery Equipment
Digital Camera
Microscope
Wheel Barrow
Children’s Board Games
To participate in the CIT 1 program at Camp
Wyomoco campers must be 14 by July 1,
2014. For CIT 2 campers must be 15 by July
1, 2014 and to be a CIT 3 campers must be
age 16 by July 1, 2014. This program is for
campers who are interested in working as a
camp counselor. They will learn the ins and
outs of leadership and working with
children. Campers will challenge themselves
and build teamwork skills on the low ropes
course. All Counselors –in-training live in
the CIT village and participate in a variety of
camp programs to learn how to teach and
have fun! CITs at camp also develop or help
with service projects at camp that may
benefit camp or the community. Campers
who participated in the CIT 2 program in
2013 will receive a letter from the CIT staff
inviting them to participate in CIT 3.
2014 Camp Wyomoco Registration Form
CAMP WYOMOCO
SINCE 1964
Mail completed application and required deposit to:
4-H Camp Wyomoco - 401 North Main Street, Warsaw, NY 14569
Phone 585-786-2251 - Fax 585-786-5148
First Name
You can also enroll your camper for 2014 Summer Camp ONLINE
Visit www.CampWyomoco.com to find out more
Sex:
Last Name
Mailing Address Street
Age at camp
4-H Member:
City
Birth Date
Yes
No
Grade: (Fall 2014)
4-H County
County of Residence
Male
State
Parent E-mail
Female
Zip
(ALL Correspondence will be Emailed)
School District
All correspondence will be via email unless you check here for USPS
Name of Parent/Guardian
Home Address (if different from camper’s)
Home Phone (
)
Primary Cell Phone (
)
Additional Phone (
)
Pick-Up Authorization: Please indicate who is permitted to pick up your child at camp
This will be my
year at 4-H Camp Wyomoco. Cabin-Mate Request
Age of Cabin-Mate
SELECT YOUR WEEK
PIRATE
WEEK
WEEK 1
July 6 - 11
Horse Camp
English
Western
Rent-A-Horse
AQ
AR
EC
HS
LE
OL
PA
SP
VA
WEEK 2
July 13 - 18
OLYMPIC
WEEK
WEEK 3
July 20 - 25
Holiday
WEEK
COUNTRY FAIR
WEEK
WEEK 4
WEEK 5
July 27 - August 1
August 3 - 8
PROGRAM CHOICES
Choose your top 6 and we’ll do our best to get you into your first choice.
Please note class sizes are limited and once you are in a program, you will not be able to change your choice.
(If you choose Horse Camp in Week 1 above you DO NOT select any other choices below.)
Aquatics - (Canoeing/ Kayaking, Swimming, & Water Games)
Archery
Ecology - (Wind & Solar Energy, Nature, Pond Study)
Horsemanship*
Counselor In Training (CIT 1, 2, & 3 ) - Includes Challenge Course - (age requirement 14 - 16)
Outdoor Skills - (Fishing, Hiking, Outdoor Living)
Performing Arts - (Comic Arts, Dance, Drama, Jam Session, Vocal Performance)
Sports - (Basketball, Beach Volleyball, Fencing, Frisbee Golf, Kickball, Soccer, Sports)
Visual Arts - (Arts & Crafts, Drawing & Painting, Media & Digital Arts, Photography)
Enter the code of your choices
below in order of preference:
1
2
3
4
5
6
* The Horsemanship Activity is
offered in Weeks 2 thru 5. A fee
of $100 must be paid with your
deposit.
2014 Camp Wyomoco Registration Form
Wyoming County
4-H Member
2014 Camp Registration Fees
$ 275.00
2014 Weekly Fee
4-H Member
In another County
Non
4-H Member
$ 300.00
$ 325.00
Less: Early Bird Discount Save $ 25 by 4/15/14
Less: Day Camp Discount - $25 (If Applicable)
Optional: Horse Camp Fee - $50 (Week 1 Only)
Optional: Rent A Horse Fee - $150 (Week 1 Only)
Optional: Horsemanship Activity - $100 (Weeks 2 - 5)
Plus: 2014 Camp Tee Shirt - $10 (optional) *
Select Size: Adult
S
M
L
XL
Youth
* T-Shirts are pre-order only
M
XX
L
Total Camp Fee
PaYMENT
Non-Refundable Deposit
$ 100.00
$ 100.00
$ 100.00
Horse Camp Fee - $50 (Required if Applicable)
Rent a Horse Fee - $150 (Required if Applicable)
Horsemanship Activity - $100 (Required if Applicable)
2014 Camp T-Shirt - (Required if Applicable)
Additional Payment Towards Camp
4-H Cookie Campership - (If Cookies Sold)
Total Payment Enclosed
Name on card
Select One:
Card Number
Signature
MasterCard
Visa
CSC Code Number
Total amount to charge card below
Exp. Date
CAMP REFUND POLICY
Before the start of camp: If a doctor’s certificate is provided stating that the camper is unable to attend camp because of illness or injury, the camp fee, minus the
deposit, will be refunded. A letter from a principal or other school official is required for campers who cancel out of a week because they have to attend summer school.
The balance, minus the deposit, will be refunded. Refunds for the balance of the camp fee, less the deposit, are made ONLY for cancellations received in writing at
least three weeks prior to the opening day of the camp session.
During camp: If the camp nurse and the camp director decide that a camper should be sent home for medical reasons, a refund for the balance of the camp period
will be made on a prorated basis, minus deposit, computed as of noon each day. If a camper is experiencing a difficult adjustment to camp or is sent home because of
a behavior problem, no refund will be granted. Under no circumstances will the deposit be refunded or transferred.
Parent or Legal Guardian: I have proofread this application, including my child’s choice of activity classes. By signing below, I approve of my child’s activity and
specialty camp choices, including any additional fees that may be associated with them and understand that my child must mail or bring a current Camper Health
History Form to the camp office three weeks prior to your camper’s first session. I understand that the deposit included with this registration is non-refundable and
non-transferable and is applied to the camp fee owed. It is not in addition to the camp fee. I have read and understand the Camp Refund Policy. I understand a
$25 service charge will be applied for all returned checks.
Signature
Date
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ACTIVITIES FOR EVERY TASTE
The following are the program choices at Camp Wyomoco
ECOLOGY & NATURAL
RESOURCES (EC)
NATURE
Is it in your nature to explore nature? If so,
then you should take part in our Nature
program. Camp Wyomoco has 285 acres
filled with a variety of plant and animal life.
Our nature staff will guide you through the
natural world of plants, animals and hidden
treasures. Terrariums and aquariums may be
used for observing wildlife until they are
safely released back into their natural
habitat.
SCIENCE FUN / SOLAR ENERGY
LAB / WIND POWER
Learn how to extract the DNA from
strawberries and then make a solar fruit
smoothie with just the energy of the sun.
Learn about wind energy and renewable
resources and figure out the best blade style
to capture the most wind energy.
POND AND CREEK STUDY
In this activity campers will learn about the
wide variety of species of plants and animals
that inhabit the pond and creek at
Wyomoco. They will spend time observing
a variety of fish, frogs, crayfish, turtles and
more. Be prepared to get wet as we walk
through a variety of aquatic habitats.
OUTDOOR SKILLS (OL)
SPORTS (SP)
FISHING
Each day brings a surprise! It may be Beach
Volleyball, Softball, Basketball, Frisbee Golf
or a number of other fun activities. If you
like to play sports and be active you will
enjoy this activity!
Catch the BIG ONE! The pond at Camp
Wyomoco is stocked with a variety of fish
including sun fish, bluegill, bass, perch and
the ever elusive “Giant Grass Carp”. Bring
your own gear or use ours and enjoy your
time dropping a line in the water. Learn to
bait a hook, cast and remove the fish from
the line. If you’re a seasoned fisher-person
or beginner you’ll see why people get
“hooked” on this lifetime activity!
OUTDOOR LIVING
Campers will learn the basics of safety and
survival in the great outdoors. Staff will
instruct on proper fire building techniques,
shelter building and outdoor cooking.
Campers learn the principles of leave no
trace camping and respect for the natural
environment.
HIKING
Hiking at Camp Wyomoco is always a great
time. We have over 285 acres of hiking trails
from easy to more challenging. You might
walk through pine forest or take a trip to the
gorge but you will always enjoy a hike at
camp.
ARCHERY (AR)
At Wyomoco, every camper has the chance
to become the next Olympic archer.
Campers can work their way through skill
levels to reach the title of Master Bowman!
Instructors are certified by the NYS 4-H
Shooting Sports program. Archers will learn
first and foremost safety and skill with the
help of a trained instructor.
BASKETBALL
Our campers at the beginner level will learn
the fundamentals of basketball while our
intermediate skill level campers work
toward improving their ball handling,
shooting and passing techniques. This is all
coupled with plenty of time playing the
game itself! Emphasis on teamwork and
sportsmanship is stressed as it is with all
Wyomoco athletic programs.
BEACH VOLLEYBALL
Campers learn the rules of the game, how to
serve, bump and pass the volleyball in this
fun activity open for all ages. Younger
campers often start out with Newcomb and
work their way up to traditional game
format and rotation.
FENCING
Learn the art of swordsmanship under the
guidance or our fencing counselors as you
practice the techniques of foil fencing.
Fencing is fun for boys and girls and
campers of all ages. Beginners start with the
rules and safety guidelines using camps
fencing equipment including jackets,
helmets and gloves.
Campers practice
balance, footwork, body movement and
blade training as the learn skills that are both
physically and mentally challenging.
SOCCER
HORSEMANSHIP (HS)
This class is offered during weeks 2 through
5 only. There is an additional fee of $100.
Campers who choose this activity will spend
the morning with the horses each day. They
will get the opportunity to learn about the
horse and its basic care as well as spending
time in the saddle! Based on each camper’s
experience and skill level, you may ride in
the corral or go on a trail ride. This is a great
opportunity to experience horsemanship
for the beginner!
Everyone can play soccer! Campers can
expect to improve upon fundamental soccer
skills such as ball control, dribbling,
trapping and passing. We teach beginners
the rules for throw-ins, penalties, corner and
goal kicks. Skills taught at the intermediate
and advanced levels include work on
kickoffs, side-fouls, top of the foot, left/right
curls and chipping techniques for shooting
accuracy.
Building Strong and Vibrant New York Communities
Cornell Cooperative Extension in Wyoming County provides equal program and employment opportunities.
1964
2014
WYOMOCO
CAMP
CELEBRATING 50 YEARS
Non-Profit
Organization
U.S. POSTAGE
PAID
WARSAW, NY
PERMIT NO. 32
4-H Camp Wyomoco
401 North Main Street, Warsaw, NY 14569
CELEBRATING 50 YEARS
CAMP
WYOMOCO
Day Camp coming to Wyomoco for 2014!!
Would your camper love to go to camp but has evening
commitments? Not sure if your camper is ready to stay
overnight? Give day camp a try! Campers will do all activities
with resident campers but do not sleep in cabins or take part in
evening activities. Day camp is open to all ages from 8 to 16.
Campers are dropped off and check in at 8:30 AM and are
picked up at 5:00 PM after free swim time. More information
Online at www.campwyomoco.com
2014 CAMP WYOMOCO
OPEN HOUSE DATES
SATURDAY, APRIL 12TH
SUNDAY, MAY 18TH
1PM - 3PM
SUNDAY, JUNE 8TH
We welcome you to take the opportunity to tour the camp, ask
questions and meet some of our staff at one of the three
scheduled 2014 Open Houses!
OUR MISSION
1964
2014
The mission of 4 H Camp Wyomoco is to provide youth with fun, safe and
developmentally appropriate residential camp experiences under the
guidance of positive role models that emphasizes community building,
leadership, positive social interactions, environmental awareness, ersonal
growth and skill building. 4-H Camp Wyomoco gives campers a chance to
experience independence, mastery, belonging and generosity.
OUR GOALS
5. To help youth strengthen
empathy and the value of service to
the community.
1. To help youth gain new
6. To help youth practice healthful
knowledge, skills and attitudes
living and positive personal
through real-life experiences.
2. To help youth develop leadership choices.
7. To help youth learn the value of
talents and abilities.
learning and become lifelong
3. To help youth appreciate nature
learners.
and how to apply responsible
8. To help youth realize the
conservation principles.
satisfaction and dignity of
4. To help youth cultivate a desire
and ability to cooperate with others. cooperative work.
9. To help youth have fun in a safe,
friendly atmosphere.
OUR VALUES
Community service Empathy Healthful Living The Natural Environment
Learning Leadership Responsibility Fun