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UNLOCKING POTENTIAL Programs for Scouts FROST VALLEY YMCA
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EMPOWERING GIRLS, UNLOCKING POTENTIAL: Programs for Scouts
BRING YOUR TROOP
TO FROST VALLEY YMCA When a child becomes a scout, they make a commitment to themselves, their community, their world, and their fellow scouts. Here at Frost Valley YMCA, we want to help your troop pave the way for a multi-faceted journey infused with leadership, personal growth, and the formation of strong, lifelong bonds. Our eight core values—Caring, Community, Diversity, Honesty, Inclusiveness, Respect, Responsibility, and Stewardship—are the foundation of the comprehensive programming we offer scout troops. Our Main Camp easily accommodates large councils while still providing a personalized experience for individual troops. We take care of the meals (Saturday breakfast through Sunday breakfast) and programming so you can focus on the girls. East Valley Ranch, just 14 miles from Main Camp, offers both a bed-and-breakfast style lodge that sleeps up to 35 guests, as well as Mongolian yurts that sleep an additional 60 guests. This secluded location allows for programs to be tailored specifically for your troop’s needs and goals. East Valley ranch offers a more private and personalized experience. All meals are included and served in our lodge’s charming dining room. FOR MORE INFORMATION ON OUR PROGRAMS*: Main Camp: CALL: 845-985-2291 ext 450 EMAIL: reservations@frostvalley.org East Valley Ranch: CALL: 845-985-2291 ext 348 EMAIL: info@eastvalleyranch.org
*Frost Valley YMCA is not affiliated with or endorsed by any scouting association.
For dates and rates visit www.frostvalley.org/scouts
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MAIN CAMP
PROGRAMS FOR SCOUTS To register for programs at Main Camp: CALL: 845-985-2291 ext. 450 EMAIL: reservations@frostvalley.org ECO ADVENTURERS Explore the wonders of nature and learn to be a good steward of the Earth. ACTIVITIES OFFERED: Eco Programming includes: Fire Building, Shelter Building, GPS Scavenger Hunt, Map and Compass, Bug Hunt, Flower Exploration, Apple Cidering, Observatory, Naturalist Art OUTDOOR ADVENTURE & WILDLIFE Challenge yourself with thrilling ropes elements, outdoor sports, and more. Join us for our Haunted Trail and Halloween Party! ACTIVITIES OFFERED: Catskill Critters Presentation, Outdoor Living Skills, Wildlife Ecology, Night Hike, CSI: Frost Valley, Teambuilding, Rowing/Canoeing, Archery, Hikes, Low Ropes, Flying Fish, Zipline, Haunted Trail, Halloween Party EXPLORE THE SOLAR SYSTEM & CHANGE THE EARTH Learn all about our solar system and how you can become a good steward of the Earth. ACTIVITIES OFFERED: Observatory, Space Science, Low Ropes, Flying Fish, Leap of Faith, Fire Building, Shelter Building, GPS Scavenger Hunt, Map and Compass, Solar Panel Hike, Naked Eye Astronomy, Invasive Species Removal Project
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ADVANCED ART & ADVENTURE Older girls will especially enjoy participating in advanced art classes such as Paint and Cocoa, String Art, Needle Felting, Creative Book Folding, and much more! Be daring and try our most popular high elements – The Leap of Faith, Glider, and the Zipline. WINTER EXPLORATION Explore the wonders of winter while hiking our trails, examining animal tracks and habitats, and learning outdoor preparedness skills. ACTIVITIES OFFERED: Observatory, Night Hike, Teambuilding, Low Ropes, Wildlife Ecology, Winter Survival Skills, Tracking Hike, Snowshoeing FIRST AID & STEWARDSHIP Learn basic to advanced first aid, plus explore the outdoors and learn about being a good environmental steward. ACTIVITIES OFFERED: First Aid (classroom-style) and Eco Programming, Cross-Country Skiing, Guided Snowshoe Hike, Broomball, Indoor Archery, Compost and Recycling Center Tour
For dates and rates visit www.frostvalley.org/scouts
GET CREATIVE & CHANGE THE WORLD Get creative working on art projects while discovering new ways that you can make a difference for your community and the planet. ACTIVITIES OFFERED: Art classes for all skill levels, Ice Fishing, Ice Cutting, Cross-Country Skiing, Guided Snowshoe Hike, Broomball, Indoor Climbing, Service Learning project, Energy Bike GET CREATIVE! Discover new ways to express yourself and learn new skills while enjoying all of your Frost Valley favorites– climbing, archery, hikes, candle making, arts and crafts, and more! ACTIVITIES OFFERED: Fire Building, Shelter Building, Map and Compass, Hikes, Arts and Crafts, Candle Making, Indoor Archery, Climbing
OUTDOOR ART & NATURALIST WEEKEND Get outside and enjoy the spring weather! Get creative with art on the trails. ACTIVITIES OFFERED: Outdoor Art Programming (for varying skill levels), Fire Building, Shelter Building, GPS Scavenger Hunt, Map and Compass, Bug Hunt, Flower Exploration, Maple Sugar Hike, Observatory SPACE & ECOLOGY Learn how you can be a better environmental steward of our planet. When the sun goes down, study the stars at our Observatory. ACTIVITIES OFFERED: Observatory, Eco and Space Science Time, Night Hike, Low Ropes, Flying Fish, Leap of Faith, Fire Building, Shelter Building, Pond Exploration
MAKING FRIENDS & WILDLIFE ECOLOGY Explore the wildlife of the Catskills. Meet other scouts and build friendships through teambuilding activities. ACTIVITIES OFFERED: GPS Scavenger Hunt, Nature Scavenger Hunt, Greenhouse Gardening, Teambuilding, Low Ropes, Raptor Center Tour, Song and Skit Campfire
After completing a weekend, you’ll receive a Frost Valley patch!
For dates and rates visit www.frostvalley.org/scouts
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EAST VALLEY RANCH PROGRAMS FOR SCOUTS
To register for programs at East Valley Ranch: CALL: 845-985-2291 ext. 348 EMAIL: info@eastvalleyranch.org ADVENTURES IN CAMPING
MOTHER’S DAY WEEKEND
Develop camping skills such as knot tying, fire building, ropes activities, and campfire cooking, as well as learning about wildlife during both day and night hikes. Winter weekends may include cross-country skiing and other snow activities, weather permitting.
This is a perfect opportunity for scouts to treat their moms to a relaxing getaway at East Valley Ranch! We take care of everything so moms can rest, relax, and rejuvenate. Highlights include conquering our ropes elements as a team and enjoying horseback riding through the Catskill Mountains. Enjoy guided nature hikes, arts and crafts, delicious freshly-cooked meals, and so much more!
DOWN ON THE FARM Visit our working farm and visit the animals that live there! Learn about animals and their care, and discover how produce is grown, harvested, and prepared to make delicious, garden-fresh meals. HORSEMANSHIP WEEKENDS Get to know our horses! Learn about veterinary care, herd behavior, grooming, and nutrition. Enjoy a lesson and trail ride, as well as numerous non-equestrian activities.
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BUILD YOUR OWN WEEKEND Choose activities that suit your troops wants and needs! Build your own weekends allow troops to tailor programming to accommodate their goals while also providing opportunities for outdoor recreation and teambuilding activities. Choose activities such as: candle making, arts and crafts, farm tours, snowshoe hikes, ropes courses, outdoor living skills, and more.
For dates and rates visit www.frostvalley.org/scouts
SEPTEMBER 2021 - MAY 2022 CALENDAR DATE
WEEKEND
LOCATION
Sept 10-12, 2021
Horsemanship
East Valley Ranch
Sept 24-26, 2021
Explore the Solar System & Change the Earth
Main Camp
Oct 1-3, 2021
Eco-Adventurers
Main Camp
Oct 15-17, 2021
Horsemanship
East Valley Ranch
Oct 22-24, 2021
Outdoor Adventure & Wildlife
Main Camp
Nov 5-7, 2021
Build Your Own Weekend
East Valley Ranch
Nov 5-7, 2021
Advanced Art & Adventure
Main Camp
Dec 3-4, 2021
Adventures in Camping/Build Your Own
East Valley Ranch
Jan 7-9, 2022
Winter Exploration
Main Camp
Jan 7-9, 2022
Adventures in Camping/Build Your Own
East Valley Ranch
Jan 21-23, 2022
First Aid & Stewardship
Main Camp
Jan 28-30, 2022
Get Creative & Change the World
Main Camp
Feb 4-6, 2022
Adventures in Camping/Build Your Own
East Valley Ranch
Mar 4-6, 2022
Get Creative
Main Camp
Mar 4-6, 2022
Adventures in Camping/Build Your Own
East Valley Ranch
Mar 25-27, 2022
Adventures in Camping/Build Your Own
East Valley Ranch
Apr 1-3, 2022
Making Friends & Wildlife Ecology
Main Camp
Apr 15-17, 2022
Adventures in Camping/Build Your Own
East Valley Ranch
Apr 22-24, 2022
Outdoor Art & Naturalist
Main Camp
Apr 22-24, 2022
Down on the Farm
East Valley Ranch
Apr 29-May 1, 2022 Down on the Farm
East Valley Ranch
May 6-8, 2022
Horsemanship
East Valley Ranch
May 13-15, 2022
Space and Ecology
Main Camp
May 13-15, 2022
Horsemanship
East Valley Ranch
May 20-22, 2022
Space and Ecology
Main Camp
May 20-22, 2022
Horsemanship
East Valley Ranch
Our Main Camp easily accommodates large councils while still providing a personalized experience for individual troops. $175 per person for camp style accommodations on select weekends includes programs, lodging for 2 nights, and Saturday breakfast through Sunday breakfast. East Valley Ranch, just 14 miles from Main Camp, offers an inn-style lodge that sleeps up to 35 guests, as well as seasonal Mongolian yurts that sleep an additional 60 guests. East Valley Ranch offers a more private and personalized experience, and weekend per-person rates start at $219 for yurts and $274 for rooms in the lodge. All meals are included and served in our lodge’s charming dining room. EMPOWERING GIRLS, UNLOCKING POTENTIAL: PROGRAMS FOR SCOUTS
For more information visit www.frostvalley.org/scouts
TEL: 845-985-2291 ext. 450 EMAIL: info@frostvalley.org WEB: www.frostvalley.org
REGISTER YOUR TROOP TODAY!
2000 Frost Valley Road Claryville, NY 12725 TEL: (845) 985-2291 EMAIL: info@frostvalley.org WEB: www.frostvalley.org facebook.com/frostvalleyymca
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