YMCA CAMP U-NAH-LI-YA camp programs since 1937 SUMMER 2016 | Overnight for boys and girls ages 7-17
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CAMP U-NAH-LI-YA A PLACE OF FRIENDS
WELCOME Every parent shares some of the same fundamental hopes for their child. They want them to grow in confidence, character, skills, leadership, and developing positive social relationships. At Camp U-Nah-Li-Ya, our summer camps are specifically designed to contribute to those goals. Through our intentional programming and dynamic staff, we’ve been building strong kids for over 75 years. Once your child returns home from a Camp Unie summer camp experience, we are certain that you will notice positive changes in your child as they tell you of their adventures, counselors, cabin mates, newfound hobbies, and having experienced cherished camp traditions that have lived on for many decades. Your investment in a summer camp experience is just that: an investment. It’s one that will pay dividends in your child’s development into a well-rounded, healthy person for many years to come. We look forward to meeting your camper this summer - or welcoming them back! Ken Losinski Executive Director of Camping Services
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Sean Quinlan Summer Camp ProgramDirector
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ABOUT CAMP U-NAH-LI-YA Owned and operated by the Greater Green Bay YMCA, Camp U-Nah-Li-Ya is located near Suring, Wisconsin about 65 miles north of Green Bay. Nestled in the Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest, camp is situated on 140 wooded acres with three bodies of water, newly-renovated facilities, and an abundance of nature.
ABOUT OUR STAFF At the heart of the Camp U-Nah-Li-Ya experience is our team of enthusiastic and dedicated staff. Summer staff members are selected based on their proven abilities working with children and desire to support our mission of building strong kids of solid character. All staff members are at least 18 years old and undergo extensive interviewing, reference checks, and background checks. Pre-camp training includes outdoor skills, activity planning, managing group dynamics, safety training, and child development.
ACTIVITIES Your camper will grow in independence as they create their very own morning schedule for Monday through Thursday. They will individually choose the activities they are interested in and will attend a session that is specifically programmed for their age group and ability level. In addition, their cabin will choose more activities throughout the week to participate in as a whole group with their counselor. Finally, rounding out the week are many all-camp games, songs, themed events, Thursday skit night, campfire ceremonies, and much more!
ACTIVITY OPTIONS FOR AGES 7-14: Arts & Crafts Canoeing, Kayaking, Paddle Boating Performing Arts Nature Exploration Outdoor Living Skills Sailing Team Sports
Archery Swimming and Waterslide “The Rave” Water Trampoline Fishing Hiking Disc Golf
SPECIAL OPTIONS FOR AGES 11+ BB Range Low Ropes Challenge Course Teen Night (Dance Party)
Paddle Boarding Mountain Biking Junior Lifeguarding
All campers enjoy Open Recreation time each day when they can choose between several options including visiting the Camp Store, swimming, boating, fishing, playing GaGa, or even catching frogs and turtles! Open Recreation times are supervised by staff members. Campers age 11 and up will embark on an overnight camp out with their counselor and cabin group. After choosing their menu and destination (camp and nearby land have several scenic overnight spots), they will pitch their tents, cook over the campfire, and enjoy a fun evening under the star-filled sky!
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DAILY CAMP SCHEDULE 7:15 Wake-Up Bell & Optional Polar Bear Swim 8:00 Waiter Bell 8:15 Breakfast 9:00 Thought for the Day – YMCA Character Value Activity 9:15 Cabin Clean-up 9:30 Program Area Session 1 10:30 Program Area Session 2 11:30 Cabin H.U.G. Service Project 12:00 Waiter Bell 12:15 Lunch 1:15 Rest Hour 2:15 Cabin Group Activity Time 4:15 Open Recreation Time 5:00 Waiter Bell 5:15 Dinner 6:15 Open Recreation Time 7:30 Evening Activity: Camp Game or Campfire Program 9:00 Taps – Daily Reflections 9:15 Back to Cabins
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YMCA MISSION: We put Christian principles into practice through programs that build healthy spirit, mind, and body for all.
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FACILITIES AND SERVICES COMMUNITY LIVING
Campers live in cozy cabins situated along the shores of Chute Pond with their counselor. Each cabin has hardwood floors, bunk beds with safety rails, and an outdoor fire circle. Cabins are fully insulated and offer a clean living space full of camp charm for summer campers. Modern restrooms and showers are centrally located near the cabins. Boys and girls live on opposite sides of camp.
SUNDAY CHECK-IN
All camp programs begin on Sunday. Arrive for check-in between 1:30 3:00pm to move your camper into their cabin, meet the staff, and turn in any medications. Parents and guests are also welcome to tour camp and stay for our Opening Ceremony at 3:30pm.
HEALTH AND SAFETY
At Camp U-Nah-Li-Ya, the safety of your camper is our #1 priority. All camp staff members are certified in First Aid and CPR. Waterfront activities are FAMILY-STYLE MEALS Camp serves all-you-can-eat, family- closely supervised by certified lifestyle meals that are healthy and tasty. guards and our Waterfront Director. All Sample menus can be viewed online at boaters wear lifejackets at all times. www.campunahliya.org. If your camper Campers who wish to swim without a has special dietary requirements, please lifejacket will be tested for their swimnote these on their Health Form and feel ming abilities on Sunday afternoon by free to contact the camp office at certified lifeguards. (The swim test is 715.276.7116 to discuss how we can optional – campers who choose not to attempt the swim test may still use all swim accommodate those needs.
CAMP STORE
The Camp Store sells souvenirs, t-shirts, novelties, healthy snacks, and beverages. Your camp fee includes a $5 camp store credit for your child to use during their session. You may add more money into your child’s account at the time of registration or at camp during Sunday check-in. Any balances in your child’s camp store account at the end of their week will be contributed to the YMCA’s Annual Campaign, a fund which provides financial assistance for our summer camp families.
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sections, including the waterslide, as long as they wear a lifejacket.) All of our medical
RETURN TRANSPORTATION TO GREEN BAY
Camp provides return transportation to Green Bay on the last day of each camp session. The bus arrives at the West Side YMCA, 601 Cardinal Lane, at 4:30PM. You can choose to pick up your camper right at camp at 2:45pm on the last day of their session, if you prefer. (Most sessions end on Fridays, but some special programs such as adventure trips end on a different day.)
WEEKEND STAY-OVER - $85
If your camper is registered for two consecutive weeks of camp, you can enroll in our convenient weekend stay-over option. Campers who stay at camp between their sessions are supervised by our camp counselors and enjoy camp activities, meals, and fun throughout the weekend. Campers will also have the opportunity to do their laundry.
CIT-1, CIT-2, Assistant Counselor (AC), procedures are overseen by a physician, and some adventure trips are already and a registered nurse is on-site daily two weeks long and automatically for medication distribution and first aid. include a weekend stay-over in the All campers must have a completed camp fee. The weekend stay-over Health Form submitted to camp at least option is available to all other campers two (2) weeks prior to their arrival (the following weeks 2, 5, and 8. form is provided with your confirmation materials). Campers must have had a *Note: Our session numbers are the physical examination within one (1) year same as other Green Bay YMCA summer of their camp attendance and their programs including day camp, SchoolHealth Form must be reviewed and Age Child Care (SACC), and the Teen signed by a physician each year even if Adventure Program (TAP). they’ve attended camp before.
LEARN MORE SCHEDULE A TOUR
We encourage a visit to camp for first time families to see the cabins, view the activity areas, and have an opportunity to ask questions. Simply call the camp office at 715.276.7116 to arrange for a staff member to take you on a personal tour at a time that is convenient for you. We are here all year long!
MAPLE SUGAR OPEN HOUSE
April 2, 2016 10 am - 1 pm Welcome the spring with this Northwoods tradition of tapping trees and making maple syrup. Enjoy demonstrations, activities, camp tours, and pancakes and sausage with “the real thing!” This family event is free. Please RSVP online or by contacting camp.
CONNECT WITH US
We’re camp. We’re social! News, photos, and videos can be found on our website, Facebook page, and YouTube channel. Get started at www.campunahliya.org!
ACCREDITED CAMP
Camp U-Nah-Li-Ya is accredited by the American Camp Association. This endorsement is your assurance that our camp’s procedures and protocol are reviewed regularly by industry professionals, and that we have s atisfied over 280 safety and program quality standards to make your camper’s experience a positive o ne in every way possible. 7
CHOOSE THE PRICE THAT FITS
YOUR FAMILY
We understand that our camp families have differing abilities to pay, so we offer a tiered pricing system to better accommodate all financial situations. Your choice does not influence the quality of the camp experience that your child will receive. Please consider selecting the highest tier that your family can afford. The tier that you choose is confidential and completely up to you.
TIER A Most accurately reflects the true and actual cost of camp.
TIER B A partially subsidized rate, but more closely reflects the actual cost of camp.
TIER C Our historically standard program rate, which does not represent the true cost of camp. This rate is subsidized through fundraising, special events, and sustaining contributions.
CAMP FOR ALL: FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE
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Financial assistance is available for camp through the YMCA’s Annual Campaign. Please contact us at 715.276.7116 for more information or download an application from www.campunahliya.org.
OVERNIGHT CAMPS FOUR DAY OVERNIGHT CAMP For ages 7-10
Designed for the younger camper, this introductory program allows beginners to experience the excitement of summer camp from Sunday through Wednesday (three nights). Campers will choose their morning activities, play all-camp games, spend time with their cabin group, visit the Camp Store, and enjoy open recreation times under the supervision of camp staff. This program is a wonderful bridge from day camp to overnight camp. Week 2, June 19 - 22 Week 3, June 26 - 29 Week 10, August 14 - 17
Tier A: $400 Tier B: $385 Tier C: $370
SIX DAY OVERNIGHT CAMP For ages 8-14
Our classic camp experience, six-day overnight camp is full of traditions, activities, and adventure. Campers individually choose eight activities, based on their own interests, to participate in throughout the week during morning activity times. The rest of the day is spent hanging out with their cabin group, visiting the Camp Store, enjoying open recreation times, and participating in our theme of the week. Evening activities include all-camp games like Capture the Flag, skits, s’mores around the campfire, and even a tent camping experience for our older campers. Week 2, June 19 - 24 (discounted rate)
Week 3, June 26 – July 1 Week 4, July 3 - 8 (no camp, Isle Royale trip only)
Week 5, July 10 - 15 Week 6, July 17 - 22 Week 7, July 24 - 29 Week 8, July 31 - Aug 5 Week 9, Aug 7 - 12 Week 10, Aug 14 - 19
Week 2 Special Discounted Rate: Tier A: $500 Tier B: $470 Tier C: $425 Weeks 3-10 Rates: Tier A: $550 Tier B: $520 Tier C: $495
*Note: To assist families in their summer activity planning, the numbers of our camp weeks are the same as other Green Bay YMCA summer programs including day camp, School-Age Child Care (SACC), and the Teen Adventure Program (TAP).
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SPECIALTY CAMPS
Specialty Camps provide opportunities for campers to experience traditional camp activities and extra adventuresboth in and out of camp. All required instruction and equipment is provided by camp and/or experienced professionals. Previous experience in specialty areas is not required to participate.
ADVENTURE TREKKERS
FISHING CAMP
Designed especially for the experienced camper, this six-day program includes time for favorite traditional camp activities as well as lots of added excitement and excursions. Campers will trek through the forest on horseback on a walk/trot trail ride, conquer our 40-foot climbing tower, enjoy some mountain biking on nearby trails, kayak down the Oconto River to their overnight campout site, and top off the week with a cruise down the zipline!
Fishing fans of all experience levels will enjoy visiting local lakes and streams to fish for bass, northern pike, trout, and pan fish during their six-day session. They’ll travel with their fellow anglers and counselors to central Wisconsin for a rustic campout followed by a morning fishing charter on the calm and clear waters of Green Lake, one of the state’s largest fishing hotspots. Of course, there’s also plenty of time built in to enjoy traditional camp activities. Camp provides all the equipment you need, but feel free to bring your own.
For ages 12-14
Week 3: June 26-July 1 Week 6: July 17-22 Week 8: July 31-Aug 5 Tier A: $625 Tier B: $575 Tier C: $525
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For ages 11-13
Week 7: July 24-29 Week 8: July 31-Aug 5 Tier A: $625 Tier B: $575 Tier C: $525
TEEN LEADERSHIP
Build leadership skills, grow in knowledge, and learn what being a positive role model is all about! Teen Leadership programs also count for community service hours toward high school graduation.
COUNSELOR-IN-TRAINING I For ages 15-17
The first week of the CIT-1 session focuses on learning effective leadership, teamwork, communication, problem solving, and how to be a positive role model to youth. CIT-1’s spend the second week of their session shadowing a camp counselor and working directly with a group of campers to assist in activities. No experience required. The weekend stay-over is included with the camp fee. Weeks 2-3: June 19-July 1 Week 5-6: July 10-22 Week 8-9: Jul 31 - Aug 12 Tier A: $660 Tier B: $620 Tier C: $580
COUNSELOR-IN-TRAINING II For ages 16-17
The first week of CIT-2 is spent engaging in a combination of counselor shadowing and leadership sessions. Over the weekend, teen leaders will have camp all to themselves as they engage in a leadership retreat with their Teen Leadership Director to plan for their second week, when they will partner with a camp counselor for hands-on experience managing a cabin group! Previous experience in CIT-1 is recommended, but not mandatory. The weekend stay-over is included with the camp fee. Weeks 6-7: July 17-29 Week 9-10: Aug 7-19 Tier A: $670 Tier B: $635 Tier C: $595
ASSISTANT COUNSELOR For age 17
The final step in our leadership program, Assistant Counselors will partner with a different cabin group each week to develop group management strategies, assist in running large and small group activities, and learn what it truly takes to become a well-rounded counselor. They will also experience how camp operates behind the scenes as they work in the Camp Store, participate in staff meetings, and learn the in’s and out’s of scheduling a full camp! AC sessions are two (2) weeks in duration and participants may sign up for one or more two-week sessions. Weeks 2-3: June 19 - July 1 Weeks 5-6: July 10-22 Weeks 7-8: July 24 - Aug 5 Weeks 9-10: Aug 7-19
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ADVENTURE TRIPS
Trips are a rich part of Camp U-Nah-Li-Ya’s history. Our trip counselors are specially trained and certified to lead safe and adventure-filled experiences for campers. Camp Unie’s Trail Department provides camping gear, and detailed itineraries with packing lists are sent to all participants upon registration.
SYLVANIA CANOE TRIP
ISLE ROYALE BACKPACKING TRIP
This three-day canoe trip is perfect for the beginning tripper. After planning menus, learning how to pack their gear, and perfecting their canoeing strokes, campers will travel to the pristine Sylvania Wilderness Area in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula to enjoy quiet water canoeing, portaging, swimming, fishing, and exploring.
Nine days and eight nights of hiking and camping along the trails of Isle Royale National Park in Lake Superior await our backpackers! They’ll take a ride on the ferry and explore the amazing trails on these wilderness islands in Lake Superior to view abundant wildlife, historic shipwrecks, and lighthouses.
For ages 14-16
For ages 11-13
Week 6, July 17-22 Week 10, Aug 14-19 Tier A: $650 Tier B: $600 Tier C: $550
PACK & PADDLE COMBO TRIP
NOR’WESTER CANOE TRIP
For ages 13-15
For ages 15-17
Trippers will take their place in Camp U-Nah-Li-Ya history when they return from this celebrated trip to northern Minnesota’s Boundary Waters Canoe Area. This ten-day experience includes eight days of canoeing in one of the most beautiful and pristine wilderness areas of the country. It is sure to live up to that reputation with outstanding fishing, abundant wildlife, crystal clear nights, and breathtaking scenery. Weeks 7-8, July 24 - Aug 5 Tier A: $1175 Tier B: $1115
Tier C: $1000
OUTPOST LEADERS For ages 15-17
Teens will unlock their leadership potential as they plan and lead an overnight campout for younger campers under the guidance of their trip counselors. Next, they will test their skills in camping, communication, teamwork, and leadership as they create menus, itineraries, and routes for their very own three-day wilderness trip. Weeks 2-3, June 19 - July 1 Tier A: $910 Tier B: $860
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Weeks 3-4, Sunday, June 26 - Thursday, July 7 Tier A: $1200 Tier B: $1150 Tier C: $1100
Tier C: $810
This canoeing and backpacking adventure will take trippers to explore two of the Midwest’s most beautiful treasures. Trippers will paddle, portage, swim, and fish through the Sylvania Wilderness Area. Next, they’ll gear up for a scenic backpacking trip through the calm and pure wilderness of the Porcupine Mountains along Lake Superior. Weeks 5-6, July 10-22 Tier A: $1000 Tier B: $950
Tier C: $900
ROCKS & RAPIDS COMBO TRIP For ages 12-14
This excursion to Michigan’s Upper Peninsula features a canoe trip to the Big Island Lakes where trippers will paddle through rolling hills and beautiful wildlife areas. Then, they’ll load up their packs for a hiking trip along the shores of Lake Superior through Pictured Rocks - known for its magnificent cliffs, sand dunes, and waterfalls. So much scenery in one trip – some might call it epic! Weeks 9-10, August 7-19 Tier A: $1000 Tier B: $950
Tier C: $900
CUSTOM GROUP TRIPS For ages 11-17
If one of our adventure trips looks like it would be the experience of the lifetime, but the dates offered don’t work with your summer schedule, give us a call! We may be able to schedule a custom canoe trip for your group of at least five (5) campers using camp’s equipment, staff, and expertise. We’ll have a conversation about the length of the trip desired, destination (we can also consider destinations that aren’t part of our traditional lineup), and ability levels of your group. Then we will look into equipment needs, campsite reservations, transportation, and all the other details to see if we can accommodate your group. Please call us at 715.276.7116 by April 15, 2016 to explore the possibilities. 13
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REGISTRATION TO REGISTER
Register online at www.campunahliya.org or call 715.276.7116. After you register your camper, you will receive a confirmation packet including a receipt, parent handbook with packing list, health form, and any special itineraries for your camper’s program.
REGISTRATION PAYMENT
A deposit of $100 for each camper is required at the time of registration. The balance of the program fee is due on June 1st and must be arranged at the time of registration. Camp registrations taken on or following June 1st must have payment made in full at the time of registration.
CUSTOM PAYMENT PLAN OPTION
Please call us at 715.276.7116 if you’d like to arrange a customized payment plan. Sometimes it’s more manageable for families to pay smaller monthly increments, or even bi-weekly payments. As long as the camp fee is fully paid before your camper arrives, we are happy to work with you to make sure they can join us this summer.
CANCELLATIONS AND REFUNDS
A two-week notice is required to withdraw a camper from a program to receive any refund. If appropriate notice is provided, you will receive your camp fees back minus your $100 deposit (per camper/per program). No refunds will be given with less than a two-week notice unless: • A medical condition prevents camper from participating • The YMCA cancels the program • The participant transfers to a different camp program with a lower price
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GREATER GREEN BAY YMCA YMCA CAMP U-NAH-LI-YA 12101 Y Camp Road Suring, WI 54174 www.campunahliya.org
YMCA CAMP U-NAH-LI-YA Summer 2016