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FROST VALLEY YMCA SUMMER DAY CAMPS
2021
Last updated 2-11-21. Please check: www.frostvalley.org/day-camp-brochure for the latest updates.
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Open Houses & Session Dates About Summer Day Camps Contact Information How to Register Traditional Day Camps & Farm Camp ’Tween & Teen Programs Specialty Day Camps Horse Day Camps Transportation
VIRTUAL OPEN HOUSES April 25 • May 23 • June 6 Join us for a Virtual Open House to learn more about our Summer Day Camp Programs. There will be a presentation and Q&A. If you cannot make it, contact us to arrange an alternative option. Call (845) 985-2291 ext. 305 or email daycamp@frostvalley.org for information and reservations.
Mission Statement: Frost Valley YMCA is a values-driven organization that fosters youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility through outdoor educational and recreational programs for all.
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SESSION DATES SESSION 1
JUN 28 - JUL 2
SESSION 2
JUL 5 - 9
SESSION 3
JUL 12 - 16
SESSION 4
JUL 19 - 23
SESSION 5
JUL 26 - 30
SESSION 6
AUG 2 - 6
SESSION 7
AUG 9 - 13
SESSION 8
AUG 16 - 20
FARM CAMP
AUG 23-27
ABOUT SUMMER DAY CAMPS Frost Valley YMCA Day Camp Frost Valley YMCA offers a safe, fun, affordable Day Camp for children living in our local communities as well as families staying in the area for the summer. Our Day Camp activities are based on healthy, hands-on activities that help children grow in spirit, mind and body, as well as embrace the 8 core values of Frost Valley YMCA: caring, community, diversity, honesty, inclusiveness, respect, responsibility, and stewardship. Frost Valley YMCA’s programs focus on building and maintaining healthy lifestyles that reflect the interests and needs of a dynamic community. We offer a range of options for children in pre-K through grade 10. We ensure enjoyable camping and recreational experiences for each child. Camp groups are coed and are divided into groups by age and grade. We offer snack options daily at no extra charge. Parents will be responsible for providing a bagged lunch for their camper. Frost Valley is a nut-free facility. Our counselors, who provide constant supervision and positive role modeling, are what make Frost Valley’s summer camp meaningful. Many are former campers who know our camp culture and are excited to share its traditions. Counselors complete extensive training in our policies and procedures, which stress health and safety first, in a fun environment. All Frost Valley staff and volunteers undergo criminal background checks and are scanned against the National Sex Offender Registry. In compliance with NY State Health Department and ACA regulations, we maintain an impressive staff-to-camper ratio of an average of 1:5 for our explorers program, 1:8 for day campers and 1:4 for our horse programs.
COVID-19: As you know, our priority is always the health and safety of all campers and staff. As such, we will keep parents informed about Covid-19 health and safety protocols as they evolve in the coming months. The Frost Valley staff collaborates on a regular basis and partners with local, state, national, and international agencies to remain informed and proactive as new information develops.
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CONTACT INFO Day Camp Contact Info DAY CAMP INQUIRIES: Marina Esteve Wagstaff, Day Camp Director 845-985-2291, ext 410 daycamp@frostvalley.org Jessie Emmons, Youth Development and Innovation Director 845-985-2291, ext 305 jemmons@frostvalley.org REGISTRATION & FINANCIAL INFO: Day Camp Registrar 845-985-2291, ext 306 daycamp@frostvalley.org HEALTH CENTER: Dawn D’Auria, Health Care Administrator 845-985-2291, ext 225 ddauria@frostvalley.org
Financial Aid Our goal is to make Frost Valley YMCA Day Camp affordable for everyone through camperships. Please visit www.frostvalley.org/day-camp-forms to download a Financial Assistance Application or email daycamp@frostvalley.org for more information. As a 501(c)3 charitable organization we rely on the support of our donor community to help to provide this crucial financial assistance and to continue to advance our programs and services. For more information or to make a gift, please visit www.frostvalley.org/donate Find information on New York State charities by calling the Attorney General’s Office at 1-800-771-7755 or visit www.CharitiesNYS.com
CALL US ABOUT PAYMENT PLANS
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HOW TO REGISTER How To Register
Medical Forms Online
1. REGISTER ONLINE www.frostvalley.org /summer-day-camps
For your convenience, Frost Valley uses Camp Docs (www.campdoc.com) for all camper medical forms. Once your camper is registered, you will receive an email from Camp Docs with a link to submit your medical forms. Please check your email for this link, as Camp Docs applies a late charge for all forms not submitted two weeks prior to your camper’s session.
2. REGISTER BY PHONE Call us at (845) 985-2291, ext 306. 3. EMAIL US Email daycamp@frostvalley.org with questions or to receive registration forms by mail. 4. REGISTER BY MAIL You can mail your deposits and camp forms. Download our brochure and registration forms from our website: www.frostvalley.org/day-camp-forms. 5. FAX FORMS to (845) 985-7925
“My daughter loves going to Frost Valley!” - CAMPER PARENT
Please make sure to complete all the required health documents through Camp Docs. If you have already filled it out for a prior program you will simply need to verify and update the information you have previously provided. It is incredibly important that Frost Valley has the most accurate emergency contact information should we need to contact a parent or guardian in the event of a Covid-19 exposure or if your camper tests positive. It’s also important that we have an up-to-date vaccination record for your camper. Day Camp will run similarly to last summer with health and safety protocols for COVID-19. We have prepared a list of questions and answers, which can be found on our Day Camp 2021 COVID-19 FAQ page. We will be periodically updating this page as planning and new information unfolds in the coming months. If you have any questions regarding Camp Docs, please contact our healthcare administrator at 845-985-2291 ext. 232.
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DAY CAMPS Explorers* GRADES: Entering Pre-K & K (min. age 4) DATES: Available Sessions 1-8 PROGRAM FEE: $225 The Explorers program is Day Camp for our youngest campers. Campers will participate in small hikes, games, and camp crafts, as well as spend time at our supervised waterfront. Explorers get to experience all that camp has to offer at a fun but relaxing pace! *Children must be toilet trained.
Pathfinders GRADES: Entering Grades 1-5 DATES: Available Sessions 1-8 PROGRAM FEE: $225 Campers in our Pathfinder program get the opportunity to experience camp with others similar in age. Pathfinders get to participate in a camper’s choice specialty program, sports or physical activity, hikes, camp crafts, ropes elements, archery, Healthy Teaching Kitchen, trips to our waterfront and more. Pathfinders, with the guidance of our Day Camp staff, will get the opportunity to make and foster new friendships, learn new skills, explore the outdoors, and so much more.
Farm Day Camp GRADES: Entering Grades K-6 DATES: Aug. 23-27 PROGRAM FEE: $260 Enjoy a week on Frost Valley’s 515 acre working farm tending to our barn full of animals, harvesting crops from our bountiful garden, enjoying a wide array of traditional camp activities and gaining a stronger appreciation for what it means to be a steward of the earth.
“My child really enjoyed being outdoors, hiking, climbing, and swimming.” - CAMPER PARENT
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’TWEEN & TEEN PROGRAMS ’Tween Leadership
Counselor in Training
GRADES: Entering Grades 6-7 DATES: Available Sessions 1-8 PROGRAM FEE: $225 Tween Leaders will get the opportunity to participate in regular camp activities, as well as in leadership development. Campers can participate in community service initiatives around Frost Valley. Tweens will develop social-emotional skills, work on different ways to express themselves, participate in general camp activities and so much more. Campers will spend time learning about Diversity and Inclusion practices, while helping to build and give back to a community within Frost Valley.
Teen Leadership GRADES: Entering Grades 8-9 DATES: Available Sessions 1-8 PROGRAM FEE: $225
GRADES: Entering Grade 10 DATES: Available Sessions 1-8 PROGRAM FEE: $415 (fee includes transportation) CiTs get to work alongside our Day Camp staff and leadership to learn the basics of becoming a Youth Development Professional at Frost Valley. CiTs are given camper groups to spend their days with where they will help plan and lead activities while learning about safety and risk management, creativity, and organization. This is a great program to get an idea of what it is like to be a camp counselor at Frost Valley.
Teens in our leadership program will spend time making friends, while also learning about themselves through programs that promote diversity, inclusion, stewardship and community. Campers will participate in teambuilding activities, mindfulness, general camp fun and so much more. Campers will get to spend time fostering strong relationships, while also giving back to their Frost Valley Community.
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SPECIALTY CAMPS* All Specialty Camps: GRADES: Entering Grades 3-5, PROGRAM FEE: $235
Specialty Session 1 SPORTS OF ALL SORTS Lace up your sneakers and come enjoy all the great sports that camp has to offer! Dodgeball, Gaga Ball, Soccer, Alaskan Baseball, Volleyball and even Cricket are just a few of the exciting games your camper will enjoy! With all the great sports and games Frost Valley has to offer, your camper will be active all day long.
Specialty Session 2 ULTIMATE SURVIVOR If your child is a natural adventurer who loves to explore and try new things, then Ultimate Survivor is perfect for them! Campers will learn basic survival skills in the rugged terrain as well as shelter building, orienteering, fire building, fishing, and outdoor cooking.
Specialty Session 3 CENTER STAGE Whether your camper has an interest in acting, learning the ins and outs of set design, or costume designing, Center Stage will give them the chance to explore their creativity. Campers will choose a short play, set the stage, design the costumes, and perform live for other campers! Future Oscar winners are sure to enjoy themselves.
Specialty Session 4 ARTIST’S SHOWCASE Roll up your sleeves and let your imagination soar! Campers will enjoy watercolors, nature collages, beginner pottery, paper mache and even origami. All our creative activities will be hands on as campers learn new art mediums and fun techniques every day!
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Specialty Session 5 FUN WITH FOOD Does your child dream of opening a Michelin star restaurant? All our budding chefs will get to try their hand at a number of recipes in our teaching kitchen, as well as cooking over an open fire and discovering how food can be for more than just eating! They may even get to plant some seeds to bring home to their own kitchen!
Specialty Session 6 INVENTOR’S WORKSHOP Create, Build and Discover! Campers will embrace their curiosity as they tackle a number of hands-on, STEM-based activities including building challenges, making slime, creating an egg drop project and even a visit to our Makers Lab. All mad scientists welcome!
Specialty Session 7 ECO WARRIORS Is your camper passionate about the environment? Help them to prepare for the future of the planet! This week they will upcycle old materials, plant seeds for their garden and spend plenty of time learning about the world around them and how to protect it.
Specialty Session 8 GLOBAL CITIZEN Do you have a curious traveler on your hands? Each day this week we will “travel” to a new destination and learn about different customs, traditions and games. Activities will range from crafts to sports, celebrations, language learning and more depending on the day. Experience the world in just one week!
*PLEASE NOTE: In addition to time spent working on their specialty, campers will spend a portion of their day participating in traditional camp activities.
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“Getting my kids out of their comfort zones, adventuring into new things with new friends was great!” - CAMPER PARENT
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HORSE CAMPS Hoof-Beats GRADES: Entering Grades 3-5 DATES (2-WEEK PROGRAM): Sessions 1 & 2: June 28-July 9 Sessions 3 & 4: July 12-23 Sessions 5 & 6: July 26-Aug 6 Sessions 7 & 8: Aug 9-20 PROGRAM FEE: $525 Hoof-Beats is a two-week specialty day camp program for youth who want to spend time with horses. Campers will spend half of each day at the barn riding and learning all about horse health and care. They will have the chance to truly connect with a horse and gain a sense of ownership throughout the session. The remainder of the day will be spent doing other traditional camp activities including: arts & crafts, swimming, boating, and games. Designed for campers of all skill levels.
Saddle-Up GRADES: Entering Grades 6-10 DATES (2-WEEK PROGRAM): Sessions 1 & 2: June 28-July 9 Sessions 3 & 4: July 12-23 Sessions 5 & 6: July 26-Aug 6 Sessions 7 & 8: Aug 9-20 PROGRAM FEE: $525 Saddle Up is a two-week horse day camp program for campers that are looking to progress with their riding skills. Campers will spend half the day riding horses in the arena, on trails and caring for them. Saddle Up campers will also get the chance to experience more of our high ropes elements! Designed for campers of all skill levels.
“My kids are happy and learned new things while making new friends.” - CAMPER PARENT
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TRANSPORTATION Transportation Schedule & Fees Transportation Fee: $100/week Campers utilizing this service should be at their pick-up point 5-10 minutes before schedule. Parents must wait with their children and must be at return points when the bus arrives. A Frost Valley YMCA staff member will supervise the release of all campers. If you miss the return, please proceed to the next stop. If you missed us altogether, please proceed to the Rolling V Bus Garage in Neversink on Route 55. For Bus 3 and 4, your child will be returned to the Frost Valley YMCA Welcome Center. Campers will wait with a staff member until they are picked up. For the safety of all concerned, discipline problems on any vehicle will not be tolerated and may result in termination from using the bus or the program.
PLEASE NOTE: Due to COVID-19 restrictions transportation spots are VERY limited.
Personal Vehicle LOCATION Day Camp Tent
Drop-Off / Pick-Up 9:00am / 4:00pm
Bus Routes BUS 1
Pick-Up / Return
Ellenville Elementary School 7:45am / 5:30pm Woodbourne Church 8:05am / 5:10pm Neversink Town Hall, Grahamsville 8:25am / 4:50pm BUS 2 Liberty Elementary School Rolling V Bus Garage Claryville Church
8:00am / 5:00pm 8:20am / 4:40pm 8:40am / 4:30pm
BUS 3 Big Indian Park
8:30am / 4:50pm
“My son is always engaged and excited to go to camp because Frost Valley offers a wide variety of activities for him to enjoy. Never a dull moment and he gets to meet kids and people from different walks of life, different areas and different interests.” - CAMPER PARENT
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FROST VALLEY YMCA 2000 Frost Valley Road, Claryville, NY 12725 TEL 845-985-2291 EMAIL info@frostvalley.org WEB www.frostvalley.org