REGISTRATION DATES:

Registration begins April 2, 2010

Camp begins June 14, 2010

PROGRAM INFORMATION:

Your child can escape an ordinary summer and venture into a world specially designed to help kids grow in spirit, mind and body! The program allows an opportunity of learning new skills, meeting new friends and having fun in a Christian environment. Daily devotions and values education are key components to our camp’s spiritual emphasis. Our staff encourages respect for others, trust, honesty and self-confidence.

AGE:

Rising kindergartners through 5th grade

WHAT TO BRING:

Write your child’s name on all belongings (this includes towels, etc.) Make sure your child dresses appropriately for outdoor activities. We recommend tennis shoes, cotton socks and light, cotton clothing. They will get dirty!!! Each day your child needs to bring: YMCA membership card, sunscreen, paper bag lunch (microwave not available), swimsuit and towel (check group schedule). The YMCA is not responsible for lost or stolen possessions. Money brought to the Y should be put in a Ziploc baggie, with child’s name on it, and given to the counselor.

Radios, CD players and other toys are not permitted at camp unless requested by the camp director.

SNACK:

Each morning and afternoon the YMCA provides a light snack and a drink at lunch. Your child may bring his/her own drink, if you prefer.

REGISTRATION:

All paperwork must be received before your child may begin the program. Anyone registering for camp on Monday, Tuesday or Wednesday may attend the following Monday. Anyone registering on Thursday or Friday may attend on the 2nd Monday after registering. A one-time, non-refundable registration fee of $15.00 is due upon registration, unless your child is currently enrolled in the YMCA After-School Program or was in Summer Camp 2009.

PROGRAM FEE: (Based on Program Availability)

$60.00 per week. A $4.00 a week discount is allowed for an additional child from the same family. Fees are due the Friday before the session begins or a $10.00 late fee will be added. Weekly fees are due whether attending one day or five days. Exception: doctor’s excuse submitted.

Financial Assistance: available, based on need. The YMCA actively seeks to identify and involve those in need.

DAILY SCHEDULE:

6:00 a.m. - 8:30 a.m. Supervised games and playground time

8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Various supervised activities including:

4:30 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.** Supervised games and playground time

* Only children 48” and over will be allowed to swim in the YMCA indoor pool. A swimming ability test will be administered on the first day of camp. Children who cannot swim the length of the pool (25 yards) without stopping or touching the bottom, will be classified as a non-swimmer.

** All children must be picked up by 6:00 p.m. or a $5.00 late fee will be added for each 15 minutes thereafter.

THEME WEEKS:

Each week of Summer Fun Camp has a different theme with special activities related to the theme. Each week you will receive a newsletter telling you that week’s theme and special activities. Some weeks your child may need to bring a water toy, while others he/she may need to come dressed-up relating to the events of that week!

Join us for Family Night on July 24th at 6:00 p.m. for an evening of fun, fellowship and performances by our staff and your children.

Important Notice: The YMCA will be closed for July 4th holiday.

C.I.A. (Campers In Action) PROGRAM

Selected campers will be involved in a Campers In Action Program for Summer Fun Camp. (Youth in grades 5 and up will be used in this program.) Candidates and their parents must attend an interview and orientation program in May. Selected participants will also attend a weekend training session.