BEST SUMMER EVER! Friendship, Accomplishment, Belonging
RIDGEWOOD YMCA Summer DAY CAMPS 2015
ridgewoodymca.org/camp
WELCOME TO RIDGEWOOD YMCA SUMMER CAMP 2015! Thank you for choosing the Ridgewood Y for your summer day camp! We believe the values and skills learned early on are vital building blocks for quality of life, and we are dedicated to providing a safe, nurturing environment where your kids can learn, grow and discover. At Ridgewood Y Day Camps, your child will develop friendships, learn skills in a new environment, and make memories that will last a lifetime!
DISCOVER VALUES HONESTY, CARING, RESPECT AND RESPONSIBILITY
Our Cause We are a powerful association of men, women and children, joined together by a shared commitment to nurturing the potential of kids, promoting healthy living and fostering a sense of social responsibility. We believe that lasting personal and social change can only come about when we all work together to invest in our kids, our health and our neighbors. That’s why, at the Y, strengthening community is our cause. Every day, we work side-by-side with our neighbors to make sure that everyone, regardless of age, income or background, has the opportunity to learn, grow and thrive.
Our Areas of Focus Youth Development: Nurturing the potential of every child and teen
Healthy Living: Improving the nation’s health and well-being
Social Responsibility: Giving back and providing support to our neighbors
We believe that all children deserve the opportunity to discover who they are and what they can achieve. That’s why, through the Y, millions of youth today are cultivating the values, skills and relationships that lead to positive behaviors, better health and educational achievement.
In communities across the nation, the Y is a leading voice on health and well-being. With a mission centered on balance,the Y brings families closer together, encourages good health and fosters connections through fitness, sports, fun and shared interests. As a result, millions of youth, adults and families are receiving the support, guidance and resources needed to achieve greater health and well-being for their spirit, mind and body.
The Y has been listening and responding to our communities’ most critical social needs for more than 150 years. Whether developing skills or emotional well-being through education and training, welcoming and connecting diverse demographic populations through global services, or preventing chronic disease and building healthier communities through collaborations with policy makers, the Y fosters the care and respect all people need and deserve.
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Ridgewood YMCA / 112 Oak St, Ridgewood, NJ 07450 / Phone: 201.444.5600 / Fax: 201.493.0606 / www.ridgewoodymca.org
Why choose the YMCA for your child’s summer? The YMCA knows children. We know they need to spend time outdoors practicing social and decision making skills that are new to them. We know they need to be inspired and mentored by the adults in their lives. Our camps offer all of these things and so much more! Ridgewood YMCA camps are safe, fun, educational and include value-based programming focused on honesty, caring, respect and responsibility. We look forward to getting to know your children and helping them discover all the magic and wonder the summer of 2015 has to offer.
Outstanding Value!
• Safety is always our top priority at camp. We offer exceptional counselor to camper ratios so you can rest assured that your child will receive the best care and attention • Amazing staff with more than 25 hours of pre-summer training. • Structured days filled with creative activities and fun • First rate swim instruction under the supervision of the YMCA Aquatic Directors • Weekly speciality camps • We are peanut free for those with allergies • Before and After Care available • All campers receive 2015 summer camp T-shirt
Join us for a summer of fun at the Ridgewood YMCA!
Become a Member of the Ridgewood YMCA We know firsthand how difficult it can be to find balance in life. That’s why we’re here with you every day, making sure that you, your family, and your community have the resources and support needed to learn, grow and thrive. With the Y you’re not just a member of a facility; you’re part of a cause, with a shared commitment to nurturing the potential of kids, improving health and well-being, and giving back and supporting your neighbors. Our goal is that no one is turned away from a YMCA program because they can’t afford it. Join our cause and become a member today! Visit www.ridgewoodymca.org or call 201.444.5600, ext 500 for more information.
SUMMER CAMP OPEN HOUSE DATES To learn more about the Ridgewood Y Day Camp program and activities, join us for one of the upcoming Open House events. Camp Directors and staff will be on hand to answer all questions and we’ll also have games and arts and crafts for the kids!
Saturday, February 21 at 4:00pm Saturday, March 28 at 4:30pm Saturday, April 25 from 10:00am to 2:00pm (HEALTHY KIDS DAY at the Y!) Interested in camp but unavailable to attend Open House dates? Please contact John Duke or Mike Rainere at 201.444.5600 to schedule a conference.
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DISCOVER FRIENDS AGES
3 to 6 years old
Y’S KIDZ Your child’s first camp experience is a special one. Our Y’s Kidz day camp has been specially designed with our youngest campers in mind to provide a safe and nurturing environment for children to play, grow and make friends. Days are filled with fun and stimulating activities including swim lessons, sports and games, theme days, art projects, songs, and much more! All swim lessons are taught under the direction of our certified YMCA Aquatic Directors.
HOURS
Monday to Friday - 9:00am to 2:00pm Pre-Care: 8:00 to 9:00am Post-Care: 2:00 to 6:00pm
LOCATION
Ridgewood YMCA
STAFF RATIO
7 Campers to 1 YMCA Counselor
FEES
$280 per one-week session Pre-care: $65 per week Post-care: $130 per week To attend Y’s Kidz, children must be toilet trained.
Register for Y’s Kidz online at www.ridgewoodymca.org/camp or call 201.444.5600 x500 and we will be happy to mail you a registration form. 4
Ridgewood YMCA / 112 Oak St, Ridgewood, NJ 07450 / Phone: 201.444.5600 / Fax: 201.493.0606 / www.ridgewoodymca.org
Y’S KIDZ WEEKLY THEMES AND SPECIALTY OPTIONS Session Number
Dates
Theme
Specialty Option
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9
June 22 - 26 June 29 - July 3 July 6 - 10 July 13 - 17 July 20 - 24 July 27 - 31 August 3 - 7 August 10 - 14 August 17 - 21
Dino Dig America The Beautiful Under The Big Top Down on the Farm Ahoy Matey Winter in July Once Upon a Time Space Y’s Kidz Olympics
Soccer Chess (5 and 6 year olds) Soccer Chess (5 and 6 year olds) Soccer Chess (5 and 6 year olds) Soccer
“We were worried about sending our daughter to camp for most of the summer thinking it was too much. When she was not in camp she would ask “When am I going back to camp”? Thank you very much for providing my child with a safe and happy summer she will remember for years to come.” - Parent of Summer 2014 camper
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CAMP PAMACKA For over 35 years, Camp Pamacka has offered children ages 6-13 the opportunity to expand their talents and interests, build self confidence, and create lasting memories and friendships. Pamacka days are packed with swim lessons (taught under the direction of our certified YMCA Aquatic Directors.), sports, camp songs, games, field trips, theme days and of course, loads of fun! This summer, we’re also pleased to offer one week sessions! And don’t forget to check out our exciting Specialty options, sure to satisfy all campers! See next page for our full list of Specialty options and weekly field trips.
Comments from 2014 Summer Camp parents:
“I can have peace of mind knowing my daughter is safe and learning and participating and using her wonderful creative energy, and it is worth every penny. Thank you.” “My boys had an awesome summer! The staff was great and there was tons of stuff to do!” “My daughter had an awesome time and the counselors were wonderful with her. She is already asking to come back to the Ridgewood Y next year!”
AGES 6 to 13 years old HOURS Monday to Friday - 9:00am to 5:00pm Pre-Care: 8:00 to 9:00am Post-Care: 5:00-6:00pm LOCATION A local public school & Ridgewood YMCA STAFF RATIO 10 Campers to 1 YMCA Counselor FEES $620 per two-week session Pre-care: $65 per week Post-care: $65 per week One week sessions are also available at a cost of $335* per week. Speciality options are $30 per week. *One week fees are not upgradable to two week prices. If you book a one week session and then book a second consecutive week, second week will be billed at $335 rate.
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DISCOVER FUN!
Ridgewood YMCA / 112 Oak St, Ridgewood, NJ 07450 / Phone: 201.444.5600 / Fax: 201.493.0606 / www.ridgewoodymca.org
PAMACKA SPECIALTY OPTIONS AND FIELD TRIPS
Does your child have a specific interest or hobby? Pamacka Specialty options give campers the opportunity to spend more time this summer doing what they love. Campers will spend 4 hours each week focusing on their specialty and the rest of the week enjoying their regular Pamacka activities like swimming, arts and crafts, games, and songs. Specialty options are available at a cost of $30 per week. Weekly field trips are included in regular Camp Pamacka fees.
ART
KARATE
Campers, get your creative thinking cap on! Design and create your own unique works of art using a variety of techniques and materials including clay, paints and more!
Learn the fundamentals of karate in a non-competitive environment. Our karate speciality emphasizes selfesteem, the development of spirit, mind and body, and is also loads of fun!
Basketball For the basketball lover, this camp will strengthen key basketball skills including passing, shooting, dribbling, team play and good sportsmanship.
DANCE
LegO An exciting introduction to LEGO creation! Campers will learn about construction, design and teamwork skills. This is a hands-on camp for LEGO novices to enthusiasts.
Love to sing and dance? This specialty is for you! Explore different styles of dance and song. Learn basic moves, fun choreography, sing your favorite songs, and put it all together into a routine. No prior dance or music experience needed.
Soccer
HOCKEY
This speciality has it all for your all around sports fan! Each day will feature a new sport including soccer, basketball, wiffle ball, and more!
The perfect way to introduce your child to the wonderful world of hockey. A safe and fun way for your hockey star to learn the skills of the game including puck and stick handling, shooting, passing, team play and good sportsmanship.
Love soccer? This speciality will teach soccer fundamentals including dribbling, shooting, passing, trapping, game play and good sportsmanship!
Sportacular
All trips are subject to change or cancellation due to inclement weather or conditions beyond our control.
Week Number
Dates
Session Specialty Number Option 1
Specialty Option 2
Field Trip
1 2 3 4
June 22 - 26 June 29 - July 3 July 6 - 10 July 13 - 17
1 1 2 2
Sportacular Lego Art Lego
None Karate Basketball Dance
5 6 7
July 20 - 24 July 27 - 31 August 3 - 7
3 3 4
Lego Karate Lego
Sportacular Soccer Basketball
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August 10 - 14 August 17 - 21
4 5
Dance Lego
Hockey Sportacular
Graydon Pool NY Hall of Science Graydon Pool Rockland Boulders Baseball Game Graydon Pool Bronx Zoo Wild West City / Keansburg Amusement Park Graydon Pool Graydon Pool / Camp Bernie Experience
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TEEN TRIP CAMP Ages: 11 to 15 years old Hours: 8:30am - 5:30pm (determined by destination) Location: Meets at the Ridgewood YMCA Staff Ratio: 10 campers to 1 YMCA Counselor Limited to 30 campers per session. Fees: $570 per one week session
Pre-teens and teens expand their horizons on day trips to area tri-state hot spots such as water parks, ball games, NYC attractions, and the Jersey Shore. Each morning, YMCA team building exercises start the day ensuring a fun and fulfilling experience for each participant. Whether you sign up with a friend or on your own, every week there’s the opportunity to make new friends!
TEEN TRIP 2015 SESSION SCHEDULE* 1.
June 29-July 3
Mountain Creek NBC Studio Tour West Point Tour / Bear Mountain Dorney Park Delaware River Rafting
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July 6-July 10
Movies / Space Odyssey Entertainment Center Hurricane Harbor Jenkinson Beach Maritime Aquarium Delaware River Rafting
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July 13-July 17
Intrepid Museum/Chelsea Piers Bowling Rockland Boulders Baseball Game Casino Pier Beach and Amusement Park Camp Bernie Experience Jenkinson Beach
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July 20-July 24
Tomahawk Lake and Water Slides Splashdown Water Park Rockland Boulders Baseball Game NY Yankees vs. Baltimore Orioles Baseball Game Camp Bernie Experience
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July 27-31
Jenkinson Beach Dorney Park Casino Pier and Amusement Park NY Mets vs SD Padres Baseball Game Delaware River Rafting
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August 3-August 7
Mountain Creek Madame Tussauds Wax Museum and NYC Sites Casino Pier Beach and Amusement Park Indoor Rock Climbing / Bowling / Movies Monster Mini Golf and Movies
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August 10-August 14
Camp Bernie Experience Hurricane Harbor Tomahawk Lake and Water Slides NY Mets vs Colorado Rockies Baseball Game Delaware River Rafting
*trip itinerary subject to change
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Ridgewood YMCA / 112 Oak St, Ridgewood, NJ 07450 / Phone: 201.444.5600 / Fax: 201.493.0606 / www.ridgewoodymca.org
RIDGEWOOD YMCA 2015 INTERNATIONAL CAMP PROGRAM Each year, the Ridgewood YMCA introduces teens to life in other cultures through its International Camp Program (ICP). The ICP provides life changing cultural experiences and the opportunity for personal growth, greater selfconfidence and independence for youths ages 15-18. Throughout the program, participants will interact with our international YMCA counterparts while performing much needed community service projects abroad. This summer’s participants in ICP will travel to the Dominican Republic from July 6 to 15, where they will build and repair homes for families in need and also complete important reforestation work. For further details, please visit www.ridgewoodymca.org/icp or call 201.444.5600 x500.
YMCA CAMP BERNIE 327 Turkey Top Road, Port Murray, NJ 07865 Phone: 908.832.5315 • www.campbernieymca.com
YMCA Camp Bernie is your local Overnight Camp; close to home, but a world away! An overnight camp experience is a unique opportunity for children to gain a sense of independence with the freedom to be themselves. Campers discover new skills through adventurous programs like mountain biking, canoeing, archery, rock climbing, zip-lining, horseback riding, and dirt biking. YMCA Camp Bernie provides campers entering grades 2-10 with a safe community to enjoy the outdoors and build lifelong memories and friendships. Now introducing “Try It Out” Overnight Camp, a one-week session (June 21-27) designed especially for the first-time overnight camper. Try a wide variety of our exciting activities and ease into the wonderful world of sleepaway camp. Learn the ropes from our seasoned staff and meet counselors from all over the world! Come see what it’s all about! Open Houses monthly from February through June. Contact us at 908.823.5315 or visit www.campbernieymca.org.
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CAMP INFO AND POLICIES COMING AND GOING
Drop off times begin 5 minutes before scheduled camp start time. Every day, your child must be signed in and out by an adult listed on the registration form. Please contact us to add an adult to your child’s pick up list (a written form must be completed).
REFUNDS AND CANCELLATION POLICY
All deposits and membership fees are non-refundable. Camp fees may be refunded as follows: • Cancellations more than 30 days before your session start date will receive 100% refund (minus deposit and membership fees) • Cancellations within 15-30 days before your session starts will receive a 50% refund (minus deposit and membership fees) • No refunds will be allowed within 2 weeks of start of your camper’s session. If your child is absent from camp for medical reasons (a physicians’s note will be required) for five consecutive days, we will attempt to place your child in another session or will issue a credit voucher. There will be no credits issued for vacations, incidental absences, transportation delays or dismissals from camp. Above cancellation policy does not apply to Camp Bernie. Please contact Camp Bernie directly for refund and cancellation policy. One week Camp Pamacka fees are not upgradable to two week prices. If you book a one week session of Camp Pamacka and then book a second consecutive week, the second week will be billed at $335 rate.
YMCA CAMP STAFF
CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS
Camp Scholarships are available based on camp capacity, demonstrated need and the YMCA’s ability to fund the assistance. To apply for a camp scholarship, please contact Megan Heller at 201.444.5600 x375 or email mheller@ridgewoodymca.org. All requests for camp scholarships are confidential. Completed camp scholarship applications must be submitted by April 10, 2015
WHAT TO BRING/WEAR
Every day, campers should bring a backpack, a healthy lunch and afternoon snack, a water bottle, sunscreen, sneakers, a swim suit and towel. Please label all of your child’s belongings. All left items will be donated at the end of summer.
DO NOT BRING
We are a nut free camp so please do not send your child to camp with any products containing nuts. Also, please do not send your child to camp with electronics (iPods, Nintendo DS, etc.). The Y is not responsible if items are lost or stolen.
MEDICATIONS
Please note on your child’s medical form any special medication (prescription or non) that he/she needs.
CAMP CONTACT INFORMATION
Camp Pamacka: Michael Rainere mrainere@ridgewoodymca.org Tel: 201.444.5600 x339 Y’s Kidz or Teen Trip: John Duke duke@ridgewoodymca.org. Tel: 201.444.5600 x337
Our counselors complete at least 25 hours of YMCA training including child abuse prevention, risk management, youth development and more. Prior to hiring, all staff over the age of 18 undergo a thorough background check.
“I thought this program was excellent. The trips were age appropriate , well supervised, and most important, fun. My son and his friend had the best time and the staff was fabulous. Thank you again. We will see you next year!” - Parent of 2014 Teen Trip camper 10 Ridgewood YMCA / 112 Oak St, Ridgewood, NJ 07450 / Phone: 201.444.5600 / Fax: 201.493.0606 / www.ridgewoodymca.org
REGISTRATION INFORMATION Thank you for choosing Ridgewood YMCA Day Camps! Please know that campers must have a Ridgewood YMCA membership valid through the entire camp session for which they are registering. To purchase a YMCA membership for your child (starting at $50 per year), please call 201.444.5600 x500 or stop by the Y! A per-child, per-week deposit of $50 for Y’s Kidz and Camp Pamacka or $100 for Teen Trip is due at time of registration in order to secure your camper’s spot in camp. Deposits and membership fees are non-refundable. Register for camp in one of the following ways: • Register online or download a registration form at www.ridgewoodymca.org/camp. • Email: Request a registration form by emailing Joyce Piantedosi at jpiantedosi@ridgewoodymca.org. • Call 201.444.5600 x500 to request a registration form and we’ll be happy to mail one to you! • Mail your completed registration form and deposit to Ridgewood YMCA Day Camps, 112 Oak Street, Ridgewood, NJ 07450. • Fax your completed registration form to 201.493.0606. • Bring your completed registration form to the YMCA Welcome Desk.
Join us for Post Summer Fun Camp! August 24-28 • Ages 5-11 • 9am to 5pm
(extended hours available )
Days are filled with sports, swimming, arts & crafts, special projects, fun activities and more!
Register by the day or for the entire week! $60 per day for members $75 per day for non-members Contact John Duke at 201.444.5600x 337
11 Ridgewood YMCA / Oak St, Ridgewood, NJ / Phone: 201.444.5600 / Fax: 201.493.0606 / www.ridgewoodymca.org
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