THE BEST SUMMER EVER! Day Camp 2015
NEW L PROSPEOCCATION T LAKE!
NOW REGISTERING Ages 5-12
Join us for one week or all summer long! Financial Assistance Available • CCCAP Accepted
YMCA of the Pikes Peak Region
TRADITIONAL DAY CAMP TWELVE WEEKS SIX LOCATIONS YMCA Day Camp offers children a chance to learn, grow and thrive at six YMCA Family Centers in the Pikes Peak region. Choose one center or have your kids visit all six throughout the summer. Join us for one week or twelve weeks. No matter what your family’s needs are, the Y will give your kids a great summer experience with a focus on character development and skills building in a safe and fun environment.
WELCOME WEEK Campers will have the opportunity to meet Y staff, make new friends and participate in a variety of activities to kick off their summer break. ARTRAGEOUS Campers will spend the week discovering art by participating in many hands-on activities. Artists from Studio 101 will visit camp and inspire new art techniques. SPORTS ARE GREAT Have fun this week playing relays, obstacles courses, sports and more. Test your strength and push yourself to the limit. Campers will enjoy an outing to the bowling alley. EXPLORE THE OUTDOORS Campers will explore the great outdoors and natural habitats that surround them in beautiful Colorado. We will enjoy a day of outdoor fun and camp activities at Camp Shady Brook. MAD SCIENCE Ooey-gooey and messy experiments are all a part of this hands-on summer experience. Camp games and sciencethemed crafts are a part of this weeklong adventure. Campers will go on a hike through Garden of the Gods and learn about the scientific history of this beautiful park. BACKYARD BASH Campers will enjoy the summer sun by having a cookout at Memorial Park and participating in a variety of fun outdoor games and events! WATERMANIA Splash into a week of water play and messy games. Campers will learn basic water safety and enjoy a day of water fun at an outdoor pool.
WILD KINGDOM Escape to the world of the wild. Explore amazing animals through crafts and activities. The National Mill Dog Rescue will visit camp and teach basic pet care. ALL STAR ATHLETES We will give campers an opportunity to learn about different athletes, what it means to be an athlete and participate in athletic events. Campers will visit the Olympic Training Center and tour the facilities. DINOSAURS & THINGS THAT ROAR T-Rex, Brontosaurus, Stegosaurus, Oh my! We will explore the stomping grounds of the great prehistoric animals through fun games and activities. Campers will take an interactive trip to the Rocky Mountain Dinosaur Resource Center in Woodland Park. KEEPING IT GREEN Reduce, Reuse and Recycle. This week is all about the environment. Campers will participate in environmental friendly crafts and projects. Our quest to go green will take us to Bestway Recycling. WACKY WATER WEEK Celebrate friendships and make camp memories by getting messy and playing water games. We will revisit our favorite activities from this summer.
Field trips are subject to change based on weather and availability.
CAMP ADD-ONS Enhance your child’s Day Camp experience with Youth Sports Camp Add-Ons. This is a great opportunity for campers to explore the basics or sharpen their skills in Basketball, Flag Football, Soccer, Volleyball and Lacrosse. Y Members $30 per week Non-members $30 per week
PROSPECT LAKE BEACH SPECIALTY TWEEN DAY CAMP Being a tween during the summer is a super special time for kids to expand their interests, make new friends and create memories to last a lifetime. Join us for a summer to remember at our camp designed just for Tweens. Campers will have many opportunities to nurture their potential while participating in indoor, outdoor and lake activities every week. SPORTSMANSHIP Campers will have the chance to participate in a variety of individual and team sport activities. We will talk about teamwork, leadership, and team building. We will race our way over to the Olympic Training Center to see how and where our Olympic Athletes train. HERO AND LEADERSHIP Get ready for an adventure of heroic events as we salute our heroes. We will learn about and meet real life super heroes and show them our appreciation for keeping us safe. This will take us on a field trip to the United States Air Force Academy to see where some of our heroes train. LOVING THE GREAT OUTDOORS Campers will enjoy the great outdoors by participating in outdoor activities, team building and leadership games. We will even get the opportunity to have a First Aid training. Everyone will get to venture on a day hike and picnic at Garden of the Gods.
PROSPECT LAKE BEACH DAY CAMP Ages 10-12 9:00 am – 3:00 pm
ARTS OF THE WORLD Campers will learn about artists, art techniques and photography. Artists from Studio 101 will visit camp and inspire new art techniques. WILD ABOUT ANIMALS Campers will learn about all types of animals and their habitats. We will visit the Cheyenne Mountain Zoo to explore all the animals. SPACED OUT Campers will learn about rockets, planes, astronomy, space and technology. We will take a field trip to learn more about space. AWESOME SCIENCE Campers will participate in a variety of science experiments and learn about the field of science. Put your hard hat on as we learn how the caves were formed at Cave of the Winds. END OF THE SUMMER SPLASH OFF Since we are saying farewell to the summer, campers will participate in fun water games at the Lake and spend time with friends. Campers will take a trip to a local pool.
WEEKLY SCHEDULE Jun 8-12
Sportsmanship
Jun 15-19
Hero and Leadership
Jun 22-26
Loving the Great Outdoors
Y Member $150 per week Non Member $175 per week
Jun 29-Jul 3
Arts of the World
Jul 6-10
Wild About Animals
Jul 13-17
Spaced Out
*Before & After Care not provided. *Day Camp will not be offered on July 3rd due to the holiday.
Jul 20-24
Awesome Science
Jul 27-31
End of the Summer Splash Off
DAY CAMP WEEKLY SCHEDULE May 26-29 Jun 1-5
Jun 8-12 Jun 15-19 Jun 22-26 Jun 29-Jul 3 Jul 6-10 Jul 13-17 Jul 20-24 Jul 27-31
Aug 3-7
Aug 10-14
May 26-29 Jun 1-5 Jun 8-12 Jun 15-19
Jun 22-26
Jun 29-Jul 3 Jul 6-10 Jul 13-17 Jul 20-24 Jul 27-31 Aug 3-7 Aug 10-14
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Briargate
Downtown
Garden Ranch
Welcome Week
Welcome Week
Welcome Week
Add-on
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Artrageous
Keeping it Green
Dinosaurs & Things That Roar
Add-on
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Sports are Great
Artrageous
Keeping it Green
Add-on
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Explore the Outdoors
Sports are Great
Artrageous
Add-on
Soccer
Volleyball
Lacrosse Sports are Great
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Mad Science
Explore the Outdoors
Add-on
Basketball
Soccer
Volleyball
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Backyard Bash
Backyard Bash
Backyard Bash
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n/a
n/a
n/a
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Watermania
Mad Science
Explore the Outdoors
Add-on
Volleyball
Basketball
Flag Football
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Wild Kingdom
Watermania
Mad Science
Add-on
Flag Football
Lacrosse
Basketball Watermania
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All Star Athletes
Wild Kingdom
Add-on
Lacrosse
Flag Football
Soccer
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Dinosaurs & Things That Roar
All Star Athletes
Wild Kingdom
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n/a
n/a
n/a
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Keeping it Green
Dinosaurs & Things That Roar
All Star Athletes
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n/a
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Wacky Water Week
Wacky Water Week
Wacky Water Week
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Southeast
Tri-Lakes
Meridian Ranch
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Welcome Week
Welcome Week
Welcome Week
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Wild Kingdom
Watermania
Artrageous
Add-on
n/a
n/a
n/a Sports are Great
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All Star Athletes
Wild Kingdom
Add-on
n/a
n/a
n/a
Theme
Dinosaurs & Things That Roar
All Star Athletes
Explore the Outdoors
Add-on
Basketball
Flag Football
n/a
Theme
Keeping it Green
Dinosaurs & Things That Roar
Mad Science
Add-on
Flag Football
Lacrosse
n/a
Theme
Backyard Bash
Backyard Bash
Backyard Bash
Add-on
n/a
n/a
n/a Watermania
Theme
Artrageous
Keeping it Green
Add-on
Soccer
Soccer
n/a
Theme
Sports are Great
Artrageous
Wild Kingdom
Add-on
Volleyball
Basketball
n/a
Theme
Explore the Outdoors
Sports are Great
All Star Athletes
Add-on
Basketball
Volleyball
n/a
Theme
Mad Science
Explore the Outdoors
Wacky Water Week
Add-on
n/a
n/a
n/a
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Watermania
Mad Science
n/a
Add-on
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Wacky Water Week
Wacky Water Week
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BUILDING HEALTHY
Y Day Camp is one of the oldest and most trusted camping programs in the country. Our Day Camps provide fun, child-centered activities and opportunities for learning through discovery. Y Day Camps challenge children to grow in imagination, creativity, selfdirected initiative, and leadership.
Our activities are designed to give children opportunities for personal growth, increased self-esteem and character development. We reinforce good values and promote relationships, leadership and support of others through the embracement of healthy options in a diverse group setting.
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all summer long or during the weeks of your choice. HOURS
Day Camp Hours 8:30 am – 4:30 pm Before Camp 6:30 am – 8:30 am After Camp 4:30 pm – 6:00 pm Camp Add-Ons 9:00 am – 11:30 am Mon, Tues, Thur, Fri
DAY CAMP Ages 5-12
Y Members $175 per week Non member $205 per week
*Price includes Before & After Care.
SAVE 25% ON DAY CAMP FAMILY PROGRAM PACKAGE
The best way to experience the Y is by enjoying programs year-round. Our Income-Based Rate System, comprehensive Healthy Living programs, multiple locations and learning options make the Y a great resource for families. Save 25% off Traditional Day Camp and 50% off qualifying programs now with the Family Program Package. Visit your local Y for details.
ADVENTURE LEARN DISCOVER
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REGISTRATION
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Visit any of our YMCA Family Centers or the Meridian Ranch Recreation Center to register for Day Camp. The registration packet is available online and at your local Y. Please bring the following items for registration:
• Deposit or Full Payment • Insurance Policy Info • Parent/Guardian Info • Physician Contact Info • Immunization Records • Emergency Contact Info
Payment Due
May 26-29
May 18
Jun 1-5
May 26
Jun 8-12
June 1
Jun 15-19
June 8
Jun 22-26
June 15
Jun 29-Jul 3
June 22
Jul 6-10
June 29
Jul 13-17
July 6
Jul 20-24
July 13
Jul 27-31
July 20
Aug 3-7
July 27
Aug 10-14
August 3
*Day Camp will not be offered on July 3rd due to the holiday.
DEPOSITS & PAYMENTS 1. Deposits and Late Fees A deposit is required for each session that your child will attend. Each Day Camp session requires a $20 per child deposit. A late fee of $10 will be charged for all camps not registered one week in advance and paid in-full. Deposits and late fees are non-refundable. 2. Remaining Balances Remaining balances are due one week prior to the start of each session. If full payment is not received by the appropriate due date your child’s enrollment may be cancelled. 3. Financial Assistance: The Y’s Annual Community Support Campaign raises money to assist parents who want their children to participate in Day Camp yet cannot afford the fee. Funds are allocated on a
1. Tri-Lakes Family Center 17250 Jackson Creek Parkway Monument, CO 80132 719.481.8728 2. Briargate Family Center 4025 Family Place Colorado Springs, CO 80920 719.282.9622 3. Garden Ranch Family Center 2380 Montebello Drive West Colorado Springs, CO 80918 719.593.9622 4. Downtown Family Center 207 North Nevada Avenue Colorado Springs, CO 80903 719.473.9622 5. Southeast Family Center 2190 Jet Wing Drive Colorado Springs, CO 80916 719.622.9622 6. Meridian Ranch Recreation Center 10301 Angeles Road Falcon, CO 80831 719.495.7119 7. Prospect Lake Beach 619 Prospect Lake Drive Colorado Springs, CO 80910 719.227.1796
first-come-first-served basis. CCCAP is accepted for Traditional Day Camps only at approved sites. Please provide your CCCAP Child Care certificate letter at time of registration. 4. Refunds: Camp Cancellations must be received one week prior to the Camp start date. To cancel your registration for any session, complete a Camp Cancellation / Change Form and submit to your local Y. Vouchers will be given for refunds, less original deposit amount and a $10 processing fee. Deposits are non-refundable and non-transferable. For those paying in-full at the time of registration, your paid in-full amount includes the deposit required for that particular camp. When requesting a refund, the deposit is non-refundable.
WESTSIDE COMMUNITY CENTER DAY CAMP YMCA Day Camp offers children a chance to learn, grow and thrive. Join us for one week or twelve weeks. No matter what your family’s needs are, the Y will give your kids a great summer experience with a focus on character development and skills building in a safe and fun environment.
WELCOME WEEK Campers will have the opportunity to meet Y staff, make new friends and participate in a variety of activities to kick off the summer break.
WATER MANIA Campers will participate in a variety of water games, make water crafts and will take a trip to an outdoor pool to get completely drenched!
AGRICULTURE GALORE Campers will discover new ideas about plants, gardening and the science behind agriculture. We will work in the community garden and plant our own plants. We will venture to Garden of the Gods to explore native plant life in the beautiful park.
COLORADO THE BEAUTIFUL Campers will explore the great outdoors and natural habitats that surround them in beautiful Colorado. We will enjoy a day of outdoor fun and camp activities at Camp Shady Brook.
GREAT ADVENTURES IN ART Children will be encouraged to embrace their creativity through numerous artistic outlets. Artists from Studio 101 will visit camp and inspire new art techniques. ALL ANIMALS Campers will explore amazing animals through crafts and activities. The National Mill Dog Rescue will visit camp and teach basic pet care. OLYMPIC GAMES Campers will work together as teams to participate in different games and activities. We will race to the Olympic Training Center to learn about the Olympic Athletes and tour the facility where they train. THE GREAT AMERICAN COOK OFF Let’s cook and eat! Campers will learn how to cook a variety of foods, how to use healthy ingredients when preparing to cook and different styles of cooking. We will have a picnic to celebrate!
SAVING PLANET EARTH Taking care of planet Earth is very important! This week campers will help keep their planet clean and practice recycling. We will head to Bestway Recycling to see how this process works in everyday life. WILD ABOUT SCIENCE Put your thinking cap on as we explore the wonderful world of experiments and games. This will be a messy and fun week all around. Campers will go to Bear Creek Nature Center to explore different plants and animals. SAYING GOODBYE TO SUMMER As summer comes to an end, campers will say their goodbyes to staff and the new friendships they have gained throughout the summer. We will play our favorite games and have an end of the summer picnic.
DINOSAURS & THINGS THAT ROAR T-Rex, Brontosaurus, Stegosaurus, Oh my! We will explore the stomping grounds of the great prehistoric animals through fun games and activities. Campers will take an interactive trip to the Rocky Mountain Dinosaur Resource Center in Woodland Park.
DAY CAMP
Ages 5-12 7:30 am – 5:30 pm
Rate $175 per week
WEEKLY SCHEDULE
May 26-29
Welcome Week
Jul 6-10
Dinosaurs & Things that Roar
Jun 1-5
Agricultural Week
Jul 13-17
Water Mania
Jun 8-12
Great Adventures in Art
Jul 20-24
Colorado the Beautiful
Jun 15-19
All Animals
Jul 27-31
Saving Planet Earth
Jun 22-26
Olympic Games
Aug 3-7
Wild About Science
Jun 29-Jul 3
The Great American Cook Off
Aug 10-14
Saying Goodbye to Summer
*Day Camp will not be offered on July 3 due to the holiday. rd
YMCA of the Pikes Peak Region Po w er s
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Union Blvd
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Centennial Blvd
Financial Assistance Available • CCCAP Accepted
Westside Community Center 1628 West Bijou Street Colorado Springs, CO 80904 719.385.7920 Platte
REGISTRATION S Nevada
Visit any of our YMCA Family Centers to register for Day Camp. The registration packet is available online and at your local Y. Please bring the following items for registration:
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• Deposit or Full Payment • Insurance Policy Info • Parent/Guardian Info • Physician Contact Info • Immunization Records • Emergency Contact Info
Camp Week
Payment Due
May 26-29
May 18
Jun 1-5
May 26
Jun 8-12
June 1
Jun 15-19
June 8
Jun 22-26
June 15
Jun 29-Jul 3
June 22
Jul 6-10
June 29
Jul 13-17
July 6
Jul 20-24
July 13
Jul 27-31 Aug 3-7
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Aug 10-14
July 20 July 27 August 3
*Day Camp will not be offered on July 3rd due to the holiday.
DEPOSITS & PAYMENTS 1. Deposits and Late Fees A deposit is required for each session that your child will attend. Each Day Camp session requires a $20 per child deposit. A late fee of $10 will be charged for all camps not registered one week in advance and paid in-full. Deposits and late fees are non-refundable. 2. Remaining Balances Remaining balances are due one week prior to the start of each session. If full payment is not received by the appropriate due date your child’s enrollment may be cancelled. 3. Financial Assistance: The Y’s Annual Community Support Campaign raises money to assist parents who want their children to participate in Day Camp yet cannot afford the fee. Funds are allocated on a first-come-first-served
basis. CCCAP is accepted for Traditional Day Camps only at approved sites. Please provide your CCCAP Child Care certificate letter at time of registration. 4. Refunds: Camp Cancellations must be received one week prior to the Camp start date. To cancel your registration for any session, complete a Camp Cancellation / Change Form and submit to your local Y. Vouchers will be given for refunds, less original deposit amount and a $10 processing fee. Deposits are non-refundable and non-transferable. For those paying in-full at the time of registration, your paid in-full amount includes the deposit required for that particular camp. When requesting a refund, the deposit is non-refundable.
SAVE 25% ON DAY CAMP FAMILY PROGRAM PACKAGE
The best way to experience the Y is by enjoying programs year-round. Our Income-Based Rate System, comprehensive Healthy Living programs, multiple locations and learning options make the Y a great resource for families. Save 25% off Traditional Day Camp and 50% off qualifying programs now with the Family Program Package. Visit your local Y for details.