2016 Camp Brochure - PlattsburghYMCA.com

Plattsburgh YMCA
17 Oak St.
Plattsburgh, NY 12901
(518) 561-4290
NON-PROFIT ORG.
U.S. POSTAGE
PAID
PERMIT NO. 164
PLATTSBURGH, NY
Y’s KIDS CAMP
JUNIOR CAMP K-2
(Ages 3-5yrs)
(Ages 5-8yrs - must have completed kindergarten)
GENERAL INFORMATION
GENERAL INFORMATION
REGISTRATION
PROGRAM ACTIVITIES
The Junior Camp is an alternative to our Camp Jericho day
camp program and is for children in kindergarten through
second grade. Jr. Camp provides a supervised, structured
environment as well as a lot of fun. Children will need to
bring a lunch, snack, a swimsuit and towel for each day.
Y’s Kids Camp is offered 5 days per week and will run from
9:00am until 3:00pm. Children will need to bring their lunch,
swimsuit and towel each day. The camp serves pre-school age
children 3 years old (by December 31, 2015) through 5 years
old, emphasizing socialization and summer fun.
Your child will participate in these exciting activities while being
supervised by experienced staff: Arts-n-Crafts, Swimming,
Games, Rock Climbing Wall, Playground, Gym, and Field Trips.
Director: Laney Feazelle.
This camp offers four, two-week sessions. Final registration
and payment is required by the Thursday before each session.
There is a $75 deposit required for each session (applied to
the balance due).
HOURS
M - F....................................... 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
PROGRAM ACTIVITIES
Children enjoy swimming lessons, gym, and theme activities
such as Our Animal Friends, Fun with Dr. Seuss, Happy
Healthy Kids, and Music & Theater. Walking field trips, special
story hour and Arts-n-Crafts are part of our busy schedule.
Director: Kathy Kotsoqiannis.
HOURS
M - F........................9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
FEES
FEES
A nonrefundable $75 deposit is required for each session.
Balance is due on or before the Thursday before the session
starts. A $10 late fee will be applied if payment or registration
occurs after the deadline.
Members (annual): $215 per session.
Non-members:
$265 per session.
*There is a 15% reduction for 2nd and 3rd sibling.
Members (annual) $200 per session.
Non-members: $245 per session.
*There is a 15% reduction for 2nd and 3rd sibling.
BEFORE/AFTER CAMP CARE
Before or After Camp: $40 per session.
Before & After Camp: $65 per session.
Before: M - F......................... 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
After: M - F.......................... 3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
BEFORE/AFTER CAMP CARE
Before or After Camp:
Before & After Camp:
Registration Begins
March 1st for Members
March 15th for Non-members
www.plattsburghymca.com
Y’S KIDS SCHEDULE
Session 1 – June 27 - July 8
Session 2 – July 11 - July 22
Session 3 – July 25 - Aug. 5
Session 4 – Aug. 8 - Aug. 19
Members – $200 per session.
*Session 1 $185 for Members (no camp July 4th)
Non-Members – $245 per session.
*Session 1 $225 for Non-Members (no camp July 4th)
$40 per session.
$65 per session.
Before: M - F....................... 7:45 AM - 9:00 AM
After: M - F........................ 4:00 PM - 5:15 PM
JUNIOR CAMP (K-2) SCHEDULE
Session 1 – June 27 - July 8
Session 2 – July 11 - July 22
Session 3 – July 25 - Aug. 5
Session 4 – Aug. 8 - Aug. 19
Session 5 – Aug. 22 - Sept. 2
Members $215 per session.
* Session 1: $195 for members, no camp on July 4th
Non-Members $265 per session.
* Session 1: $245 for non-members, no camp on July 4th
CAMP JERICHO
PROGRAM INFORMATION
(Ages 5-13yrs)
Camp Jericho is structured by age into groups of up to
12 campers. The groups participate in camp activities in
periods of approximately 45-60 minutes. Each activity area
is led by a counselor/lifeguard experienced in that area.
ACTIVITIES
Swimming, Basketball, Archery, Low Elements Ropes Course,
Arts-n-Crafts, Soccer, Volleyball, Games, Nature Hiking,
Boating, Canoeing and Fishing (camper must supply own
fishing equipment and bait). Fun themes are incorporated
by the staff each week to make the camp experience one
that will last a lifetime!
CHARACTER CAMP
~ overnight at Camp Jericho ~
We will again be offering the overnight Character Camp
for campers 9 and above. The campers must exhibit the
YMCA’s four core values of Caring, Honesty, Respect and
Responsibility. The Character Camps are held on the second
Thursday of each session. Robb - the Camp Director - stays
at each overnight as well as the staff having the required first aid training.
PARENT’S NIGHT
Parent’s nights will be held on the 2nd Wednesday evening
of sessions 1, 2, 3, & 4. Parents are invited to camp to see
what the campers have been up to. You may take a tour of the
camp or just enjoy the activities and entertainment that will be
planned for the evening. Parents are asked to bring a dessert
or a snack to share.
GENERAL INFORMATION
BEFORE/AFTER CAMP CARE
The YMCA offers a before/after camp care program for
families requiring extended care. Before camp or after
camp care is $40 per session per child. Before and after
camp care is $65 per session per child. Before camp
runs from 7:00 AM - 8:15 AM and after camp runs from
4:45 PM - 6:00 PM.
CAMP STAFF
We are pleased to have Robb Garrand, “Mr. G,” back for
his 17th season as director for Camp Jericho. Robb is the
Superintendent at North Eastern Clinton Central School
District (NCCS), director of the NCCS Outdoor Education
Program, and is the boys varsity basketball coach. Each year
we have seen even more returning staff which has been a
big plus for the overall operation and quality of the camp
program. All staff are carefully screened and selected for
their experience, education, skill and commitment to our
camp philosophy. All counselors go through an extensive
orientation and pre-camp training. In Robb’s absence, Jeff
Norton will be the Camp Director. Jeff is a Kindergarten
Teacher at the Rouses Point Elementary school and will be
returning to camp for his 11th year.
• All 5 yr. olds must have completed kindergarten.
• All children need a bathing suit and towel,
labeled with the camper’s name.
• Children are required to wear socks and sneakers.
• Appropriate clothing should be worn for camp activities
and the varying weather conditions. Camp Jericho is held
rain or shine.
• All campers need to bring a lunch, drink and two snacks each day.
• Transportation to Camp Jericho is by bus, leaving the YMCA
at exactly 8:30 AM and returning at 4:30 PM.
• The YMCA is not responsible for items lost.
• Any medications that children are to receive at camp must be
in its original container stating dosage and time. Medications
must be given directly to the Camp Director or Camp Health
Designee for dispensing.
• Camp Jericho is inspected and receives its permit through the
Clinton County Health Department.
CAMP JERICHO SCHEDULE
Session 1 – June 27 - July 8
Session 2 – July 11 - July 22
Session 3 – July 25 - Aug. 5
Session 4 – Aug. 8 - Aug. 19
Session 5 – Aug. 22 - Sept. 2
Members $225 per session.
* Session 1: $205 for members, no camp on July 4th
Non-Members $280 per session.
* Session 1: $255 for non-members, no camp on July 4th
REGISTRATION INFO
REGISTRATION FORMS ON-LINE OR AT THE YMCA
The registration forms as well as this brochure
can be downloaded from the YMCA’s website
www.plattsburghymca.com or picked up at the YMCA
welcome desk.
DEPOSIT
A nonrefundable $75 deposit is required for each session
and each child registering. The deposit is applied to the
balance due. Full payment is due the Thursday before the
start of each session. A $10 late fee will be applied after
the deadline.
TEEN DISCOVERY
DISCOVERY CAMP
TEEN
CAMP
(Ages 12-15yrs)
GENERAL INFORMATION
The camp will utilize the Plattsburgh YMCA, held at both the
First Presbyterian Church & YMCA, using its amenities such
as the pool, gym, racquet ball, and rock wall throughout
the sessions. Teen Discovery is a field trip based program
focused on getting teens involved in the community and
outdoors. Throughout the camps four sessions, teens will
particpate in hiking, fishing, swimming, kayaking, science
activities, frisbee golf, sports, and much more. Campers will
also be doing community service projects with the Adirondack
Humane Society, food shelf, and Reality Check. Campers will
also act as mentors to younger campers at the YMCA’s other
summer camps.
FEES:
Members (annual): $225 per session.
Non-members:
$280 per session.
*There is a 15% reduction for 2nd and 3rd sibling.
FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE
Assistance applications must be filled out and approved
prior to registration. YMCA uses a sliding fee scale based on
income and number of dependents. There is a two session
limit. Applications are available at the front desk of the
YMCA or online at www.plattsburghymca.com.
MISSION STATEMENT
To help each person reach his or her highest potential
through programs that build healthy spirit, mind and body.
WEEKEND TRIPS
Once again we have the popular weekend excursion trips for
the older campers (ages 9-13).
All weekend trips will begin with an overnight at Camp
Jericho on the Friday before. The campers will arrive
back to the YMCA Saturday evening for pick up by
parent. Campers must be registered for the session
of the trip to participate. The trips will be limited to
the first 18 and will have additional costs. You must
sign up separately for the trips. The registration fee
is non-refundable.
ACTIVITIES
During each session campers will attend one larger trip which
will have an additional charge. For example Great Escape,
Pizza Put, Ausable Chasm, ECHO museum, or High Falls Gorge.
Camp runs Mon. - Fri. 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM. Held at both the
First Presbyterian Church & YMCA. Directors: Haley Feazelle
and Kyle LaBrock.
FEES:
Members (annual): $225 per session.
Non-members:
$280 per session.
*There is a 15% reduction for 2nd and 3rd sibling.
TEEN DISCOVERY CAMP SCHEDULE
Session 1 – June 27 - July 8
Session 2 – July 11 - July 22
Session 3 – July 25 - Aug. 5
Session 4 – Aug. 8 - Aug. 19
Members – $225 per session.
* Session 1: $205 for members, no camp on July 4th
Non-Members – $280 per session.
* Session 1: $255 for non-members, no camp on July 4th