SUMMER OF A LIFETIME... 2014
HAVE THE
FROST VALLEY YMCA
SUMMER CAMPS & ADVENTURE TRIPS
DE SCAN THE CO R U O W TO VIE EO ID V ER M M SU
BUILD A LIFETIME
OF VALUES. Here at Frost Valley YM CA, a summer spent in na ture—surrounded by new friends, positive rol e models, and engaging act ivities—is so much more than a few weeks away from home. Nestled in the heart of the Catskill Mountains, sum mer camp at Frost Valley is a priceless experience for your child to build the values that will guide the m through life. This “screen-free zone” provides endless opportu nities for campers to explore the natural world around them. Whether the y’re hiking our trails, horseback riding at East Valley Ranch, cultivating produce at the Farm, or exploring the Maine Co ast, Frost Valley campers are given endless opportunities for growt h and discovery. Better than sending a frie nd request, friendships are formed while paddling a canoe togeth er. Conversations take pla ce around a campfire, as opposed to via text me ssages. And rather than sharing photos online, memories are formed as images imprinted in youn g minds for life. Summer 2014 can be yo ur child’s time to shine. Each day is filled with engaging pastimes, includ ing arts and crafts, hiking , sports, archery, climbing, boating, and sw imming. Frost Valley sum mer camp is rich with time-honored camp favori tes, such as singing and storytelling around the campfire, cheers at every meal, and evenings cappe d off with a dazzling display of stars. The expe rience of a summer at Fro st Valley is filled with a whole new type of wir eless entertainment. We invite you and your children to have the sum mer of a lifetime that wil build a lifetime of values. l Join us for Frost Valley Summer Camp 2014.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS 4-5
Staff • Giving Introduction • Mission •
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Henry Hird Camp Wawayanda • Camp nts
Eve 8-9 Daily Schedule • All Camp How to Register 10-11 FAQ • Camp Dates •
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Registration Form
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• Adventure Village Participation Agreement
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Horse Programs
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Adventure Trips
Farm Camp Other Programs
My daughter came home taller, confident, with many new friends, and so happy, with lots of new, exciting experiences. She will remember this for life. LISA - Parent of a Wawayanda Camper
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RESIDENT SLEEPAWAY CAMP Imagine you are he re: It’s a hot summ er day. You hike up the trail toward s the cool spray of High Falls. Later, there’s a wicked ga me of gaga ball on Big Tree Field. Or, you can choose to climb up the 40 -foot Y Tower, soar down the zip -line, join the chor eographed dance routine or go for a horseback ride on the trails. Then you can plunge into the refreshing wate rs of Lake Cole! Day turns to night. It’s a hot summer night. There’s a crackling campfir e. You’re making S’m ores and story-telling bene ath a blanket of st ars. New friends fe as comfortable as el family. Counselors lead the sing-along Cicadas provide th . e background mus ic. The summer seems perfectly en dless. The night do es, too. But soon dawn breaks . There’s the flagraising ceremony, pancakes in the di ning hall, the sleep y, smiling faces of all your friends, an d you get to do it all over again! Come join us: Fros t Valley YMCA— Where Summer Ha ppens.
ANNUAL GIVING PROJECT 332
Every child deserves the opportunity to have the summer of a lifetime. Enrolling in a Frost Valley camp program opens up a world of opportunities in leadership, skill building, and appreciation for the natural world.
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With the generous support of our donor community, over 500 children received the gift of Frost Valley Summer Camp in 2013. Right now, a child who would not otherwise be able to join us is waiting for the opportunity gain the values that will shape his or her character for life. Will you help us build a lifetime of values for campers this summer?
DONATE ONLINE TODAY: project332.org
OUR MISSION
hy spirit, programs that build healt gh ou thr ce cti pra o int s nciple lowing core values: To put Judeo/Christian pri strive to embody the fol we n, sio mis s thi of it pursu and Stewardship. mind and body for all. In Respect, Responsibility, ss, ne ive lus Inc , sty ne Ho ity, Caring, Community, Divers
F F A T S Y E L L A V T S O FR
our campers. st counselors to care for be y ver the ly on ing hir dicated to -to-counselor. Frost Valley YMCA is de ying from camper-to-CIT rne jou g, un yo re we y g since the have Frost Valley runnin Many have been with us s, and terrain as if they ion dit sive tra ten e, ex tur rgo cul de y, un tor ors his erseas. Counsel They know our ov ies ntr cou m fro us to lley rs come d safety. And all Frost Va through their DNA. Othe s, which stress health an ure ced . pro cks d an che y es lici tor po his training in our round and criminal subject to in-depth backg YMCA staff members are
CARING: We go beyond ourselves to do what we can for all.
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CAMP WAWAYANDA
It was so important for our daughters to have a positive first sleep-away camp experience ... and that’s exactly what Frost Valley delivered. VIRGINIA - Parent of a Wawayanda Camper
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(GRADES 2-7)
Camp Wawayanda is a tra ditional overnight camp where, in two-week ses children reach new heigh sions, ts of independence, cho osing from a wide range activities based on age, of interest, and ability. Camp ers gain confidence, skills good friends as they clim and b the Y-tower, hike to Hig h Falls, kayak across Lak Cole, and meet others fro e m many different cultur es. Campers are placed in vill ages according to age an d gender. For more inform about Camp Wawayanda ation , please email campdirecto r@frostvalley.org, or cal (845) 985-2291 ext. 30 l 1.
POKEY/TOTEM
(girls/boys, grades 2-4)
SUSKY/FOREST
(girls/boys, grades 5-6)
LAKOTA/OUTPOST
(girls/boys, grade 6-7)
My son told me he felt he was a “totally different person� after spending two weeks at FV. He felt happy, connected to new friends and a greater sense of himself. As a mom, what more could I hope for?! Thank you! KERRY - Parent of a Hird Camper
CAMP HENRY HIRD (GRADES 8-10)
range of camp two weeks at a time to enjoy a wide for ther toge e com s teen , Hird ry At Camp Hen enture course, big the trail, sleeping under the stars, adv on hts rnig ove d nde exte ding inclu offerings, ess the transformation ate sicko ball. On a daily basis, we witn brother/big sister events, and ultim become confident, socially and s their own expectation ed exce s teen as er, lead ng you to from camper world. responsible stewards of the natural rding to age and gender. Campers are placed in villages acco ry Hird, please email For more information about Camp Hen (845) 985-2291 ext. 271. campdirector@frostvalley.org, or call
SACKY/HEMLOCK (girls/boys, grade 8)
TACOMA/LENAPE (girls/boys, grade 9)
WINDSONG/PAC
(girls/boys, grade 10)
SUNBURST
(girls only, grade 10)
COMMUNITY: We work together to create shared connections.
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SAMPLE DAILY SCHEDULE
ys an group and village. Every camper enjo Schedule content will vary with age y activities. dail in beg pers cam is complete before overnight experience. Cabin cleanup
7:45ayaAM for Waw nda AM 30 8:for Hird 9:30AM
FLAGRAISING & BREAKFAST A great time for announcements, recognitions and skits.
FEELING GOOD
and Activities for campers vary by age ing include arts & crafts, hikes, tub adventure, gardening, yoga.
SPORTS & GAMES
10:40AM 0AM 11:5aya for Waw nda 0PM :5Hird 12for
Basketball, soccer, dodge ball, e geronimo, capture the flag, ultimat a gag g, rdin boa sicko ball, mountain ball and more!
LUNCH & REST HOUR WATERFRONT
2:00PM
A certified aquatic staff leads this instructional and recreational program on our own Lake Cole. Progressive swim lessons are ing, available as well as canoeing, row rts! spo er wat of ch bun a and kayaking
SPECIALTIES
3:10PM 5:30ayaPM for Waw nda PM 30 6:for Hird 7:30PM
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9:30ayaPM for Waw nda 0PM :0Hird 10for
s These popular skill building session s per Cam are taught in 5-day blocks. . choose 4 specialties each session ety vari a ude Choices vary and may incl , ure nat io, rad of sports, photography, and ng, arts, high adventure, hiki swimming. Note: Horseback Riding Lessons run during specialty.
DINNER EVENING PROGRAMS
Campfires, overnights, hayrides, few dances, and astronomy are just a do. to get s things camper
GOODNIGHT! LIGHTS OUT
ALL CAMP EVENTS
FOURTH OF JULY
(1ST SESSION)
The Fourth of July begin s, like all other days, wit h a flag raising ceremony. But for our Ind ependence Day celebrat ion, the entire camp joins together aro und the flagpole to sing a rousing happy birthday to America. Du ring the day, we host a car nival to celebrate our great country. Later, we invite our internation al summer staff to participate in a small wo rld fair where all cultures share their history and traditions. The day culminates with an evenin g of fireworks over Lake Cole.
OLYMPIX
(2ND SESSION)
Every summer, the Olymp ix spirit sweeps through camp when Frost Valley YMCA hosts our annual Olympix champion shi p. Competing countries vary from yea r to year and are repres ented by groups of campers. The opening cer emony commences the nig ht before with dances, skits, and songs representing the cultural traditions of each country. Team unity and pride are on full display, but it’s the spirit of Frost Valley that rises strong and pure. Let the games begin!
BATTLE OF THE THEMES
(3RD SESSION)
Hasn’t every kid wanted to be a superhero, a wiz ard, or a princess? Enter battle of the theme s day. Campers bring fan tasy to life dressing up in costumes based on a theme of the ir choice. Themes vary from wizards and sup erheroes to pirates and pri ncesses. Campers compete in game s based on the themes cho sen Imagination becomes rea . lity!
HIRDSTOCK
(4TH SESSION)
HORSEBACK S ON RIDING LESS NS ILABLE ALL SESSIO
Hirdstock, a camp-wide music festival inspired by the original Woodstock, takes place during the fourth sessio n. Campers participate in arts and cra fts, games, an air guitar competition, and other activities on Hir dstock Field. But, the ma in attraction is always the music. Perfo rmances by campers, cou nselors, and other professional bands draw the positive vibes of all present.
(GRADES 2-9) AVA
structors for join our qualified in s er mp ca , es ag skills in the ing riders of all tern horsemanship es W sic Designed for beginn ba on g nting, starting, g blocks, focusin mounting, dismou er op pr four one-hour ridin on rk wo ting in Farm the trail. Riders r campers participa fo le arena and out on lab ai av t No ring the horse. y Ranch. stopping and stee Trips, or East Valle e ur nt ve Ad , ge lla Vi Camp, Adventure
DIVERSITY: We promote a culture of respect and value diversity.
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS WHO SUPERVISES MY CHILD? were campers at one Many of our summer staff members nselors, and they cou time. They became CITs and then anyone. Others are know Frost Valley YMCA better than r year, giving Frost afte internationals. Many return year culture and tradition. of e Valley a family feel and a real sens in our policies and ing Counselors undergo extensive train ty first. In-depth safe procedures which stress health and performed on all are ks chec background and criminal history is 1 to 4. ratio per of our employees. Our staff to cam
WHAT IF MY CHILD GETS SICK? ted on camp, is staffed Guenther Family Wellness Center, loca rs a day. If your child by registered nurses and EMTs 24 hou tely while your child gets sick, you will be notified immedia n more, email: nurse@ receives the care they need. To lear frostvalley.org
WHAT WILL MY CHILD EAT? ed daily. Our dining Three hot, wholesome meals are serv the typical kid fare hall offers a vast array of options from and vegan options. Care to organic, gluten-free, dairy-free, all of our campers. is taken to meet the dietary needs of all day long. Chartwells Fresh fruit is available for snacking menus, ensuring that Educational Dining Service creates the Candy and soda are not each meal is nutritionally balanced. served or sold in the Camp Store.
WHERE WILL MY CHILD SLEEP? le cabins, yurts, Camp accommodations vary from sing -to-four male or and tents to lodges which house two ments all promise the female cabin groups. These arrange naturally and with opportunity for friendships to flourish per camper. est ease. We honor one mutual bunk requ
? IS FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE AVAILABLE paign, Project 332, Frost Valley YMCA’s Annual Giving Cam over 500 children w allo to ” raises money for “camperships otherwise be able not ld wou to experience Frost Valley who hips and to start pers cam our to. For more information about ector@frostvalley.org. the application process email: campdir
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$50 Store
Credit
Pay in full and return al l completed camp & med ical forms to us by March 31 to receive a $50 non refund able credit at the Camp Stor e!
2014CAMP
DATES OPEN HOUSES: FEB 9, MAR 9, APR 6
SESSION 1:
JUNE 29 - JULY 11
SESSION 2: JULY 13 - 25
SESSION 3:
JULY 27 - AUGUST 8
SESSION 4:
AUGUST 10 - 22
HOLDOVERS
OFFERED BETWEEN SESSIONS FOR $250 PER CAMPER.
HOLDOVER A: JULY 11 - 13
HOLDOVER B: JULY 25 - 27
HOLDOVER C: AUGUST 8 - 10
3REGISTER: WAYS TO
1. Register Online at www.frostvalley.org 2. Fill out the Registration Form in the center spread of this brochure and
send it to:
Camp Registrar Frost Valley YMCA 2000 Frost Valley Road Claryville, NY 12725
3. Fax the Registration Form to: 845-985-7925
TRANSPORTATION We offer bus transportation to and from camp in these Frost Valley neighborhoods: Bro oklyn NY, Montclair NJ, and Manhattan! The cos t is $80.00 per camper one way. For more information , please feel free to contact us at: campregistration@ frostvalley.org.
CANCELLATION POLICY:
• All cancellations must be received in writing • Full refund if cancelled by March 31 • Full refund minus $100 deposit (per camper, per session) if cancelled by June 1
• NO REFUNDS AFTER JUNE 1
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2014 FROST VALLEY YMCA SUMMER CAMP REGISTRATION FORM * Please print legibly and complete ALL boxes on pages 12-14 YOUR CAMPER’S INFORMATION HERE Camper Information: rMale rFemale Check this box if address and home phone are the same as Account Holder r First Name: __________________________________________________________________________ Last Name: ____________________________________________________________________________________________ Email Address: ___________________________________________________________________________________ How many years has camper attended camp at Frost Valley? ________________ *Please be sure that your email address is valid. You will receive all correspondence to this email. Add “campregistration@frostvalley.org” to your address book to ensure delivery. Your email is confidential information.
Street Address: _____________________________________________________________________ City: ____________________________________________________________________________________________________ State: _________________ Zip/Postal Code: _________________County _____________________________ Country (if outside USA):______________________________________________________________ Home Phone: _______________________________________________Birth Date: ________________________ Age at time of camp: ________________________ Grade Entering Fall ‘14: ____________ Cabinmate request: (Limited to one child. Request must be in same grade and must be mutual)___________________________________________________________________________
YOUR INFORMATION HERE Account Holder/Parent/Guardian #1 Information: (all information, correspondence and invoices will be sent to the “Account Holder” name) First Name: _________________________________________________Last Name: ________________________________________________ Occupation: ____________________________________________________ Email Address: _________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ *Please be sure that your email address is valid. You will receive all correspondence to this email. Add “campregistration@frostvalley.org” to your address book to ensure delivery. Your email is confidential information.
Street Address: _____________________________________________________________________ City: ____________________________________________________________________________________________________ State: _________________ Zip/Postal Code: _________________Country (if outside USA): _________________________________________________________ County _________________________________ Home Phone: _______________________________________________Work Phone:_______________________________________________ Cell Phone: ______________________________________________________ Relationship to Camper: rMother rFather rGuardian rOther: __________________ Custodial Parent?
rYes rNo
Date Of Birth_______________________________
Parent/Guardian #2/Non-Custodial Parent (Note: all information, correspondence and invoices will be sent to the “Account Holder” named above) Check this box if address and home phone are the same as Account Holder r First Name: _________________________________________________Last Name: ________________________________________________ Occupation: ____________________________________________________ Email Address: _________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ *Please be sure that your email address is valid. You will receive all correspondence to this email. Add “campregistration@frostvalley.org” to your address book to ensure delivery. Your email is confidential information.
Street Address: _____________________________________________________________________ City: ____________________________________________________________________________________________________ State: _________________ Zip/Postal Code: _________________Country (if outside USA): _________________________________________________________ County _________________________________ Home Phone: _______________________________________________Work Phone:_______________________________________________ Cell Phone: ______________________________________________________ Relationship to Camper: rMother rFather rGuardian rOther: __________________ Custodial Parent?
rYes rNo
Date Of Birth_______________________________
Non-Custodial Parent: rShould be contacted in case of emergency and has permission to pick up camper
Emergency Contacts and Authorized Pick Up Persons: (In addition to parents/guardians) *Use this area to list the individual(s) we may contact in an emergency and you authorize to pick up your camper from camp or bus location at the end of a session in the event that you are unable to do so. 1. Name: ____________________________________________________2. Name: ___________________________________________________ 3. Name: ________________________________________________________ Relationship to Camper: _________________________________Relationship to Camper: ________________________________ Relationship to Camper: ____________________________________ Home Phone: _______________________________________________Home Phone: ______________________________________________ Home Phone: __________________________________________________ Cell/Work Phone: __________________________________________Cell/Work Phone: _________________________________________ Cell/Work Phone: ______________________________________________
How did you hear about Frost Valley? Please check one and use the line below to write the name/place if applicable. r Friend, Who? r Alumni, Who? r Internet, Where? r Magazine, Which? r School, Which? r Brochure
r Camp Fair, Where? r TV r Other
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4 Check box(es) of session(s) you would like to attend (white boxes indicate available sessions): 1 2 3 4 SESSIONS
4 Check the tuition level you are choosing: TUITION
Level A
Level B
Level C
Traditional Resident Camp
Traditional Resident Camp
r $1880
r $1730
r $1630
Traditional Resident Camp One Week Try-It AUGUST 10-15
Traditional Resident Camp One Week Try-It
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r $1000
Adventure Village
Adventure Village
r $1995
r $1845
r $1745
Adventure Village One Week Try-It AUGUST 10-15
Adventure Village One Week Try-It
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r $1050
Farm Camp
Farm Camp
r $2040
r $1890
r $1790
Mustang Village
Mustang Village
r $2240
r $2090
r $1990
East Valley Ranch (Regular 2 week)
East Valley Ranch (2 wk)
r $2355
r $2205
r $2105
East Valley Ranch (Advanced 4 week)
East Valley Ranch (4 wk)
r $4380
r $4230
r $4130
June 29-July 11
July 13-25
July 27-Aug 8
Aug 10-22
Horseback Riding Lessons ($120 EXTRA)
(Not Available for Farm, Adventure Village, Adventure Trips, or East Valley Ranch Camps)
WHY 3 TUITION FEES?
ADVENTURE TRIPS
Frost Valley serves families with different abilities to pay.
separate pricing
Adirondack Mountain Summit Multipitch
$4000
Adirondack Rambler minimum age 12
$1785
Boots and Boats
$1785
Habitat for Humanity - Catskills minimum age 14
$1935
Maine Coast
$1935
Maine Trail Builders
$1935
Vermont Voyager
$1945
West Virginia White Water
$2035
White Mountain Kayak & Climb
$2035
Tuition A reflects the true cost of camp. Tuitions B & C have been created to help families that require some financial assistance to send their child to summer camp. In the event that you cannot afford Tuition A, B, or C, please contact us about our financial assistance program. We believe every child should have a camp experience. Regardless of the tuition paid there is no difference in the camp experience for your child!
PAYMENT INFORMATION Enclosed please find: $100 Deposit per session x ___________________ sessions = $ _____________________________ PAYMENT METHOD: o Check Enclosed (Made payable to Frost Valley YMCA) o Charge To: o Visa o MasterCard o Discover o American Express
USE THIS TO CALCULATE YOUR FEE Total price of camp session(s), and/or Adventure Trip(s) Horseback Riding Lessons $120 Holdover Weekend A: Jul 11-13 for sessions 1&2 $250 Holdover Weekend B: Jul 25-27 for sessions 2&3 $250
Account Number: ________________________________________________________________________ Exp. Date: ____________/_________
Holdover Weekend C: Aug 8-10 for sessions 3&4 $250
Signature: _______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Camp Store $50 per session suggested
o I, __________________________________________________________________ , authorize Frost Valley YMCA to charge the outstanding balance on my family’s Frost Valley YMCA Summer Camp invoice to the credit card listed above on March 31, 2014.
Laundry $15 for unlimited loads for campers staying 2 or more consecutive sessions
*If registering after March 31, Frost Valley will charge the full amount due upon receipt of this registration to credit card listed above. PROJECT 332 ANNUAL CAMPAIGN FOR CAMPERSHIPS
TRANSPORTATION - please check appropriate box
Brooklyn Bus TO Camp
session: r1 r2 r3 r4
Brooklyn Bus FROM Camp
session: r1 r2 r3 r4
NYC Bus TO Camp
session: r1 r2 r3 r4
Frost Valley YMCA is a 501(c)3 charitable organization. 100% of your tax-deductible contribution NYC Bus FROM Camp goes directly to support our Annual Campaign for Camperships, which offers opportunities for all Montclair Bus TO Camp children to attend summer camp regardless of their ability to pay. Will you consider lending your Montclair Bus FROM Camp support with a gift? o Yes, I/we would like to help send a child to camp. Gift amount: o $500 o $250 o $100 o $50 o Other: $ _____________________________ Thank You!
FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE Our goal is to make Frost Valley YMCA Summer Camp affordable for everyone through camperships. Please visit FrostValley.org or email campdirector@frostvalley.org for more information.
session: r1 r2 r3 r4 session: r1 r2 r3 r4 session: r1 r2 r3 r4
I will drive my child to camp
session: r1 r2 r3 r4
I will drive my child home
session: r1 r2 r3 r4
Bus Fee: $80 each way Campership Gift (Optional) SUBTOTAL Less $100 deposit per session BALANCE DUE MAR 31 , 2014
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PARTICIPATION AGREEMENT & REFUND POLICY: PLEASE READ & SIGN THIS STATEMENT I hereby enroll my child in Frost Valley YMCA Summer Camp. In signing this application, I certify that he/she is healthy and free of problems that could adversely affect his/her stay or that of other campers at Frost Valley YMCA. I agree to pay the balance of camp fees on or before March 31, 2014. I understand that reserved space may not be held past March 31, 2014 without full payment. I understand that on or after September 1, 2014 any outstanding balances are subject to a 1.5% monthly finance charge. REFUND/CANCELLATION POLICY: A full refund is available if cancelled by March 31, 2014. A full refund less a $100 deposit (per session, per camper) is available if cancelled from April 1 - June 1, 2014. No refunds if cancelled after June 1, 2014. ALL CANCELLATIONS MUST BE RECEIVED IN WRITING. I grant permission for the applicant to participate in all planned camp activities. I hereby grant Frost Valley YMCA and its agents full authority to take whatever actions they deem necessary regarding my child’s health and safety, and I fully release Frost Valley YMCA from any liability in connection there within. In the event of an emergency, I understand that prudent attempts will be made to contact the undersigned immediately. I understand that I will be responsible for payment of all medical and medication bills. I understand that my child must comply with the camp’s rules and standards of conduct and that the organization may terminate my child’s participation in the camp program if he/she does not maintain these standards. Occasionally Frost Valley YMCA transports campers out of camp to participate in activities. Camp participants may be transported over to the East Valley of Frost Valley’s property and other areas within the Catskill region to enjoy programs. By signing below, I hereby give my permission for my child to be taken off site, supervised, and to take part in programs with the Frost Valley YMCA. If my child is enrolled for Horseback Riding Lessons or registered for any of the Equestrian Camps, I understand that as with any sport there are inherent risks that can be minimized through preparation and training. Each rider will be required to wear protective attire. This includes long pants to protect the legs, socks, hard smooth-soled shoes with heels (preferably boots), and a properly fitted and secured helmet, provided by the camp. I understand these risks and release Frost Valley YMCA, and the directors, trustees, officers, volunteers and employees of Frost Valley YMCA, from all liability for damages or injuries resulting from equine activity, negligence or defects in the preparation, instruction, or equipment involved in horseback riding in or around Frost Valley YMCA. Frost Valley YMCA is not responsible for lost, stolen, or damaged personal articles. I authorize Frost Valley YMCA to have and use photographs, slides, videotapes and comments of the person named on this application as needed in promotional materials and public relations programming. I individually and corporately agree to hold harmless Frost Valley YMCA, its volunteers, agents, employees and officers irrespective of any negligent act or omission by Frost Valley YMCA and/or those individuals arising from or related in any way to this Frost Valley YMCA program.
Signature of Parent or Guardian: ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Print name of Parent or Guardian: ________________________________________________________________________________ Date: ___________________________ Camper Name(s): ___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
MAIL QUESTIONS? SCAN
your completed form with deposit or full payment if after March 31, 2014 to: Camp Registrar, Frost Valley YMCA, 2000 Frost Valley Road, Claryville, NY 12725
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the QR code on the left to go to online registration.
Call the Camp Registrar: 845-985-2291, ext. 203 or email: campregistration@frostvalley.org
ADVENTURE VILLAGE
AVAILABLE ALL SESSIO NS
This specialty co-ed villag e is for the adventurous at heart! Combining the Trips, campers will form best of traditional Resid a tight community focuse ent Camp and Adventur d on positive character de Village offers campers a e velopment and having fun safe environment to cha in the woods. Adventure llen ge themselves and grow From exploring the creeks as individuals and, most of the Catskills and zip-lin importantly, as a team. ing the canopies to tradit waterfront, campers are ional favorites like Ultima guaranteed an adventur te Sicko Ball and ous thrill every day. In addition, Adventure Vil lage Campers go on an ex tended 4 day 3 night cam trips when they get to cam ping trip. Campers get to p. Campers can choose choose their adventure from trips at their age lev el and down. Campers age 12-13 (7t h grade) go backpackin g in Frost Valley YMCA ’s backyard and the su rrounding Catskills Mo Campers age 13-14 (8t untains. h grade) will either go canoeing on the Delaw around the Catskill Sta are River, climb the Sh te Park. awangunks, or backpac k Campers age 14-15 (9t h & 10th Grade) can ch oose to explore the Ad go backpacking in the irondacks by canoe at high peaks or head to the Follensby Pond are the Shawangunks and a and go rock climbing.
It was a real camp experience: traditional, goofy fun, outdoorsy, lots of enthusiasm. He loved it. PHYLLIS - Parent of an Adventure Village Camper
HONESTY: Being true to yourself and others
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S P I R T E R U T ADVEN EXPLORER TRIP (basic)
ADIRONDACK RAMBLER ) 12 (GRADES 7-9 MIN. AGE 4 & 2 AVAILABLE SESSIONS
SERVICE TRIPS HABITAT FOR HUMANITY - CATSKILLS (GRADES 9-12, MIN. AGE 14) AVAILABLE SESSIONS 1, 3 & 4 Campers work with Habitat for Humanity Catskills to gain community service hours, make new friends, acquire new skills, and “give back.” Helping to rebuild the Catskills from the devastating effects of Hurricane Irene, campers earn up to 35 volunteer service hours. They will also enjoy the beauty of the Catskill Mountains by climbing in the nearby Mohonk Preserve and biking in the esteemed Minnewaska State Park.
the Adventure Just getting started in real challenge? World, but ready for a ty of Come join us for a varie wilderness activities and figure out what you love! The Adirondacks are the perfect place to meet WEST VIRGINIA WHITE new friends and WATER (G RADES 8-10) AVAILABL at nd try your ha E SESSIONS 1 & 3 canoeing, hiking, Spend two weeks rock rock climbing climbing, caving, moun tain biking, an ter d (of course) whitewater and whitewa rafting in the world-re nowned Ne w River Gorge. With ov rafting. er 25 years experience running this trip, West Virginia is a great introduction to what adventure can offer. *Pa rticipants must be comf ortable in water and know how to swim.
PATHFINDER TRIPS
(introductory)
VERMONT VOYAGER (GRADES 8-10) AVAILABL E SESSION 1 Learn to sail with us on Lake Champlain in beau tiful Burlington, Vermont. In addition to learning to sail, we’ll climb the rock fac es nearby, bike the Burlin gton Bike Path, and pick up a snack as we tour the Ben & Jerry’s ice cream fac tor y for a true taste of Vermont! *Participants must be comfortable in water and know how to swim.
MAINE COAST (GRADES 8-11) AVAILABL E SESSIONS 2 & 4
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Acadia National Park, here we come! From roc k climbing on Otter Cliffs to biking on the carriag e roads, Mount Desert Island ha s a lot to offer. After 5 days of land-based adventu res, we will join certified Maine kayak guides for 4 days of island camping and exploring Maine’s coastal islands in tandem sea kayaks.
INCLUSIVENESS: We open hearts and minds to all people.
ADVENTURE VILLAGE
EXPLORERS (BASIC)
MAINE TRAIL BUILDERS (GRADES 9-12) AVAILABLE SESSION 2 Campers explore the beautiful area of Acadia, Maine, as they help maintain trails and complete service work with the National Park Service. Digging in the dirt, trimming trees and doing various other projects around the park, they will earn up to 35 hours of community service. On days off, they’ll climb cliffs above the ocean and bike the carriage roads.
My son gave service to a good cause, met and worked with different kinds of people, broadened his horizons, had an adventure in the beautiful outdoors, and had fun through it all. MICHAEL - Parent of an Adventure Trip Camper
PIONEER TRIPS (intermediate) WHITE MOUNTAIN KAYAK & CLIMB (GRADES 9-12) AVAILABLE SESSIONS 1&
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Travel to the beautiful White Mou ntains of New Hampshire and lear n technical kayaking skills with exp erienced instructors. We will also climb some of the best cliffs on the east coast at North Conway. This trip, outfitted with the well-known Eastern Mountain Sports Outdoor School, is for the budding outdoo r enthusiast who wants to take their love of the outdoors and take it to the next level. *Participants must be comfortable in water and know how to swim.
BOOTS AND BOATS (GRADES 9-12) AVAILABLE SESSION 2
Boots and Boats is a longstanding tradition. With both canoeing and backpacking enthusiasts in tow, cam pers explore some of the more remote areas of the Adirondack wild erness. Warning, there will be mindblowing vistas.
ADVANCED TRIP ADIRONDACK MOUNTAIN SUMMIT MULTIPITCH (GRADES 10-12) AVAILABLE JUNE 29-JULY 25 The most advanced wilderness trip, Adirondack Mountain Summit Multipitch is nothing short of amazing. Campers summit the most beautiful and highest peaks in the Adirondacks and climb the highest cliff-face on the east coast. They spend eleven days backpacking before spending seven days climbing. The climbing section will provide hands-on learning for setting up gear, scouting and climbing safely, and learning to become responsible outdoor enthusiasts for life.
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ADVENTURE VILLAGE STAFF
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HORSE PROGRAMS MUSTANG VILLAGE 0) GIRLS ONLY (GRADES 2-5, AGES 7-1 AVAILABLE ALL SESSIONS
Frost Valley YMCA’s Horse Programs are dedicated to providing the opportunity for girls to develop confidence and leadership skills while learning the fundamentals of riding and horse care. All of Frost Valley’s equestrian programs are designed to give girls with all levels of horse experience the chance to become more than confident in their abilities . Our horse programs feature outstanding staff from all over the world, over eighty exceptional horses, and two incredible equestrian facilities. Our programs are accredited by the Certified Horsemanship Association (CHA) and uphold the highest of safety standards.
who want to live the life of an Mustang Village is designed for girls itional camp activities. Half equestrian, but also participate in trad the basics of horsemanship and of each day is dedicated to learning which is spent in the saddle, the developing riding skills, one hour of es on the ground. The rest remainder is spent learning about hors of Frost Valley’s summer camp: of the day, girls enjoy the pleasures ing arts and crafts, playing swimming, hiking, rock climbing, mak a lodge with counselors selected sports, and much more. Girls live in horses and campers. for their exceptional skills with both for first time campers, and Mustang Village is a great experience nce, however all riding levels are those with little or no riding experie g to skill and assigned a horse accepted. Riders are grouped accordin for the whole session. horse programs, please email: For more information on any of our ) 985-2291 ext. 240. horses@frostvalley.org, or call (845
My daughter’s experience learning horsemanship and feeling a part of the Frost Valley family was especially great in building her confidence. She sailed into her first day of middle school with self esteem that I know came from having this special camp experience. JILL Parent of an EVR Camper
EAST VALLEY RANCH
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Located just one mile from Farm Cam p, East Valley Ranch is set in a pictures que location dedicated to providing girls with an exceptional exp erience working with horses and enjo ying summer camp. This program is designed for girls with all levels of horse experience and our highly kno wled gea ble and passionate staff are eager to help them develop con fidence in their abilities. East Valley Ranch campers sleep in rustic yurts arranged by age, and enjoy their own private dining hall, and a variety of program areas.
2 WEEK EAST VALLEY RANCH PROG RAM
GIRLS ONLY (GRADES 5 & UP, MIN. AGE 10) AVAILABLE ALL SESSIONS
East Valley Ranch campers learn wra ngling, feeding, grooming, tacking, and cleaning as they have personal responsibility for their hors e for the session. Each day, they spen d one and a half to two hours in the saddle, focusing on their ridin g technique during ring lessons and trail rides. In addition they learn about veterinary care, proper nutrition , and horse training skills. Part of each day is spent hiking, playing sports or games, and making arts and crafts. Campers will enjoy swimming several times each week, and a special EVR All Camp designed just for them! Girls grow leaps and bounds during this program, gaining confidence, centeredness, and a grow ing respect and compassion for othe r beings.
4 WEEK EAST VALLEY RANCH PROG RAM
GIRLS ONLY (GRADES 7 & UP, MIN. AGE 12) AVAILABLE JUNE 29-JULY 25 & JUL Y 27-AUG 22
For experienced riders, this month-l ong adventure provides new challeng es and opportunities to perfect your riding technique. Girls spend two to three hours each day in the saddle, and have the opportunity to really achieve new milestones with their riding abilities. Throughout the month they will design and practice their own drill team, which is performed for the 2 week campers . In addition they will learn how to assist an instructor, as well as how to school a horse, and will enjoy in-d epth classes on horse health and care. This unique program helps to build outstanding and experienced young women. For more information on our horse programs, or to find out which prog ram would be the best match for your child please email horses@fros tvalley.org or call 845-985-2291 ext 240.
RESPECT: We listen to each other.
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FARM CAMP SIONS (GRADES 2-10) AVAILABLE ALL SES farm set y from East Valley Ranch, is a working Farm Camp, located just a hayride awa tended to are h whic of als and a large garden, both on 515 acres, with a barn full of anim ivate cult and als anim learn to care for all kinds of daily by our campers. Here, children to ns mea it t wha l leve p, children learn on a deep and harvest the garden. At farm cam h. eart it is to take good care of the live a healthy life and how important the rest s are arranged by age and gender, with Frost Valley Farm Camp’s rustic yurt s the age all of p. This gives campers and staff of the day integrated as a whole grou pace. own r thei tor others, and develop skills at chance to learn from one another, men , playing s of summer camp: swimming, boating Campers also enjoy the simple pleasure r the campfire. crafts, and bonding with friends ove games and sports, making arts and ardship. ibility, respect, community and stew Farm Camp sews the seeds of respons ext. 323. ostvalley.org or call (845) 985-2291 For more information, email farm@fr
TRADITIONAL CAMP ACTIVITIES
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boating on the pond, Swimming in the river, sports and games, arts and crafts, archery, , ing, outdoor living skills yoga, hiking, dam build int pa , es fir mp ca singing, tetherball, carpet ball, , overnight camp outs, sic mu ke ma , murals, skits uilding, ecology and capture the flag, teamb days, campers choice, nature, all camp activity v games, librar y and creative writing, impro astronomy, and more! reading, values, dance,
FARM ACTIVIT IES
Learn about th e care of a va riety of livestock in cluding goats, sheep, alpaca s, chicken, pigs , cows, a llama, and rabbits. Pi ck berries, learn where your fo od comes from, ha rvest, prepare, cook and eat, pickle, make ja ms, compost, plan t, save seeds, be a steward of our 3 acre garden space. Collect eggs, milk goats, muc k stalls, harves t veggies, enjoy family style m ea ls. Blacksmithing , wool arts, sh eep shearing, cand le making, soap making, yogurt and cheese making, cookin g in the kitche n.
Sending our daughter to camp for 2 weeks is the best thing we could do for her. I think the chance for these kids to disconnect from TV, Internet, and their phones and engage their brains in other activities is priceless these days. She seems so happy and relaxed and told us stories from all her camp experiences the whole ride home and into the night. KATHLEEN - Parent of a Farm Camper
RESPONSIBILITY: We hold ourselves accountable for what we do.
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OTHER PROGRAMS
RUTH GOTTSCHO DIALYSIS & CHILDREN’S KIDNEY PROGRAM In partnership with the Ruth Gottsch o Kidney Foundation and Children’s Hospital at Montefiore, campers with chronic kidn ey disease benefit from the solace of nature and the carefree pleasures of summer camp alongside the wider Frost Vall ey YMCA community. Supported by experienced staff and the encouragement of other healthy campers, kidney campers do things they neve r thought possible. They conquer the giant swing, row boats across Lake Cole, scale the climbing tower, build the very best S’more, make new friends, laugh and be silly, and sleep beneath a canopy of stars. Frost Valley YMCA provides unparal leled service and medical attention to these young campers. Dialysis treatments take place in the state-of-the-art Gue nther Family Wellness Center. For more information, please visit www .frostvalley.org/kidney.
MAINSTREAMING AT CAMP (MAC) In partnership with the Young Adult s Institute, Frost Valley YMCA welcome ies bilit disa l children with developmenta to join the wider camp community during supervised daily activities. In integrated groups, children experience of the joys of play and the abundance gs thin two no the natural world where each ate reci are alike. They come to app other and all of creation. The MAC Program fosters development, independence, and joy t in all of the children who attend Fros Valley. Success guaranteed. For more information, visit www.yai.org/camping.
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STEWARDSHIP: We strive to be caretakers and not just takers.
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It was a well-balanced, inclusive, community-based experience that allowed my daughter to make friends and memories she’ll have forever. EILEEN - Parent of a Hird Camper
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SUMMER CAMP OPEN HOUSES
Join us for a weekend tour during our Open House Sundays listed above or call to book a time that’s better for you. There will be a slide show, Q&A, lunch and a walking tour. Call (845)985-2291 ext. 203 or email campregistration@frostvalley.org for information and reservations.
Albany & Mass. Tpk.
Phoenicia FROST VALLEY YMCA MAIN CAMP Ashokan FROST VALLEY ROAD Claryville
EAST VALLEY RANCH FARM CAMP
Kingston
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Grahamsville Neversink
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Liberty
New Paltz NY State Thruway
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Bethel
February 9 March 9 April 6 11:30 A.M. - 3 P.M.
CATSKILL STATE PARK Big Indian
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