2021 Summer Camps Program Guide

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S P M A C R E M SUM

RECREATION PROGRAM GUIDE

Squamish Recreation Services summer camps are finally here! Our much-loved summer camps offer action-packed activities for campers of all ages, interests and abilities.

We continue to operate our programs in line with our detailed COVID-19 safety plan in order to keep our community safe and active. We have adjusted our programs according to public health orders, so that campers will benefit from the friendships, memories and experiences that a summer camp can create.

I hope you all create safe and enjoyable ways to stay connected and engaged, whether through Squamish Recreation Services, a neighbourhood walk or a virtual meet-up.

I look forward to the day when we can make a full and safe return to our regular programming.

Karen Elliott Mayor

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Registration begins Wednesday, April 28, 8 a.m.

Contact customer service with any questions 604.898.3604 squamish.ca/rec

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COVID-19 INFORMATION Brennan Park Recreation Centre continues to operate with modified activities in response to the extended Order from the Provincial Health Officer (PHO) to reduce the spread of COVID-19.

WHAT TO EXPECT...

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Pre-registration is required; Drop-In visits are not permitted; Online payment and registration is preferred; Registrations are non-transferable; Program offerings are updated based on current Public Health Orders; All of our programs are operating with Safety Plans that are reviewed and updated with each new Public Health Order.

CUSTOMER SERVICE The Squamish Recreation Customer Service team is here to support you with online registration and account inquiries. We can help you set up an online account and help you through your first online registration.

CUSTOMER SERVICE CONTACT

IN-PERSON OFFICE HOURS

604.898.3604 Monday - Sunday, 9 a.m. to 7 p.m.* *Except Statutory Holidays

In-person service between 10 a.m. and 3 p.m. Monday to Sunday. Evening front counter service times are posted at squamish.ca/pool.

Please come to the Pool entrance (south side of the building). The door greeter will help you line up safely for the front desk.

For a step-by-step guide to online registration visit squamish.ca/programs-and-activities.

To check the status of your favourite program or activity visit squamish.ca/rec.

REGISTRATION INFORMATION

MEMBERSHIPS

REGISTRATION BEGINS APRIL 28

During our modified COVID-19 operations, new multi-visit memberships are not available for purchase. This includes 10 and 20 visit cards, monthly and yearly passes.

How to Register: • Visit squamishlive.ca • Log in to your account with your login ID and PIN. You can retrieve a forgotten PIN using an email address linked to your account. If you do not have an account with us, or if you have questions about your login information, please call 604.898.3604.

CREDIT & REFUND POLICY Credits will be valid for 12 months (one year) from the date of issue. No refunds or credits will be issued after the 12 month period. An administrative fee of $10 will be charged for refund cheques requested by client.

“Household” programs (ie. Household Swims) are nonrefundable. We will help you rebook an alternate time if one is available. Call 604.898.3604.

A full explanation of when fees can be credited or refunded is available at squamish.ca/recreation-credit-and-refund-policy.

Customers with 10 and 20 visit cards purchased before March 2020 may use them to book spots for swimming or skating.

To do this, please call us at 604.898.3604. As long as a spot is available, we will book you into the time you’d like and remove the value from your card in the same way we would do if you had forgotten your swipe card in the past. These visit cards do not expire.

All monthly and yearly memberships that were current in March 2020 remain on hold. Please visit squamish.ca/fees-and-memberships for details.

RECREATION ACCESS PROGRAM The Recreation Access Pass (RAP) program allows Squamish residents who are in financial need to access Recreation Services programs at a discounted rate. Visit squamish.ca/programs-and-activities for eligibility and application details.

SUMMER CAMP INFORMATION REGISTRATION INFORMATION

DROP OFF & PICK UP

Register your child in summer camps just like you would any other programs. Single-day options available; pre-registration required.

The location of your camp will be communicated to you in the welcome email sent out the Friday prior to the start of camp (Monday).

WITHDRAWING FROM A DAY/WEEK CAMP

Please be on time to pick up your child from camp. There is a $5 charge for the first 15 minutes, the charge is $1 per minute after that.

If you choose to withdraw your child from camp, you must notify us five days (Tuesday) prior to the first day of camp (Monday). If you choose to withdraw with less than the required notice or after the camp begins, no refund will be given.

CAMP CANCELLATIONS In the event of a camp cancellation, you will be notified by phone at least 48 hours prior to the start of the camp. Please ensure we have your correct home and cell phone number on file.

MEDICAL FORMS & WAIVERS We require a medical form for each summer camp participant.

Please arrive 15 minutes early on the first day of camp to fill out medical and waiver forms. These forms are required to ensure the safe participation of your children and are kept with the camp group throughout the week. Forms can be found online, and can be printed and completed prior to the first day of camp.

WHAT TO BRING TO CAMP A Camp Weekly Notice will be emailed to parents on the Friday prior to the start of camp. Please ensure we have your current email address by calling the customer service desk at 604.898.3604. Please read the Camp Weekly Notice and send any specific gear required each day.

Camps will be held outside. Please ensure your camper is prepared for all types of weather (rain, sun and wind). Please send your child with sunscreen applied, with extra sunscreen, hat, jacket, warm long sleeve, running shoes. We will not apply sunscreen to your child and remind your child to re-apply it.

For mountain biking camps please read the rider/parent handbook that will get emailed one week before camp.

Adventure Camps with the bike icon require participants to bring a bike.

ADVENTURE CAMP SUMMARY DATE

AGE

CAMP NAME

COST

CODE

SESSIONS

Adventure Camps Full day camps from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday to Friday, excluding holidays.

July 5 - 9

5.5-8y

Into the Woods

$250

52612

5

July 5 - 9

8-12y

Into the Woods

$312

52613

5

July 12 - 16

6-8y

Little Dribblers Basketball

$150

52655

5

July 12 - 16

5.5-8y

Adventure Seekers

$250

52614

5

July 12 - 16

8-12y

Adventure Seekers

$277

52615

5

July 19 - 23

5.5-8y

Let’s Get Messy: Arts and Science!

$250

52616

5

July 19 - 23

8-12y

Let’s Get Messy: Arts and Science!

$250

52617

5

July 26 - 30

5.5-8y

Hunting Treasure

$285

52618

5

July 26 - 30

8-12y

Hunting Treasure

$250

52619

5

August 3 - 6

5.5-8y

Active Adventures

$200

52620

4

August 3 - 6

8-12y

Active Adventures

$227

52621

4

August 9 - 13

6-8y

Little Dribblers Basketball

$150

52656

5

August 9 - 13

5.5-8y

All About Animals

$250

52623

5

August 9 - 13

8-12y

All About Animals

$250

52627

5

August 16 - 20

5.5-8y

Sun, Sand, and Science

$285

52629

5

August 16 - 20

8-12y

Sun, Sand, and Science

$250

52631

5

August 23 - 27

5.5-8y

Chasing Nature

$250

52632

5

August 23 - 27

8-12y

Chasing Nature

$250

52634

5

August 30 - September 3

5.5-8y

Eco Rangers

$250

52636

5

August 30 - September 3

8-12y

Eco Rangers

$312

52637

5

SINGLE-DAY OPTIONs AVAILABLE! Age 5.5 - 12y Pre-registration is required. $55, does not include out trips.

Adventure Camps

ADVENTURE CAMPS

Withdrawal policy: Withdrawal must happen by end of day, five days prior to the first day of camp in order to be eligible for a refund/credit.

LITTLE DRIBBLERS BASKETBALL CAMP NEW! ADVENTURE SEEKERS

Learn how to dribble, shoot, and play a variety of fun games to leave your future basketball superstar engaged, happy, and tired at the end of each session – a slam dunk! Campers will spend the first hour in the gym and the second outside on the field. Please bring a water bottle and a snack. Campers will receive a tee shirt and other fun prizes.

Coach Yoni 6-8y Monday - Friday July 12 - 16 $150 (5 sessions) 52655 1 - 3 p.m.

Monday - Friday August 9 - 13 $150 (5 sessions) 52656 1 - 3 p.m.

INTO THE WOODS

Join us for a week of forest-themed adventure and learning as you take part in a variety of outdoor games and art projects while safely exploring our local trails, topped with water games to cool off after a day of exploration and fun.

Squamish Recreation Services Staff 5.5 - 8y Monday - Friday July 5 -9 $250 (5 sessions) 52612 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.

8 - 12y This camp includes an outdoor rock climbing session with Squamish Rock Guides.

Monday - Friday July 5 -9 $312 (5 sessions) 52613 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Let’s go on a bike ride together! We’ll ride a local trail, explore the forest and spend an afternoon along the river. All campers must be able to ride without training wheels; bikes must be in good working condition and properly fitted helmets are required.

Squamish Recreation Services Staff 5.5 - 8y Monday - Friday July 12 - 16 $250 (5 sessions) 52614 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.

8 - 12y This camp includes a trip to Rope Runner Aerial Adventure Park.

Monday - Friday July 12 - 16 $277 (5 sessions) 52615 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.

LET’S GET MESSY: ARTS AND SCIENCE!

This week is all about the wild and wacky world of art and science! We will be doing a variety of fun experiments, art projects and other activities! Come prepared to get messy.

Don’t forget your running shoes for active fun as well.

Squamish Recreation Services Staff 5.5 - 8y Monday - Friday July 19 - 23 $250 (5 sessions) 52616 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.

8 - 12y Monday - Friday July 19 - 23 $250 (5 sessions) 52617 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Adventure Camps HUNTING TREASURE

We are searching for buried treasure! Come and discover how to use a treasure map and follow clues to find the reward.

Campers will have the opportunity to try geocaching for nearby hidden treasure!

Squamish Recreation Services Staff 5.5 - 8y This camp includes a trip to Ground Up Climbing Centre.

Monday - Friday July 26 - 30 $285 (5 sessions) 52618 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.

8 - 12y Monday - Friday July 26 - 30 $250 (5 sessions) 52619 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.

ALL ABOUT ANIMALS

Did you know bears can smell food from over a kilometre away? This week is full of fun with stories, art and science that are all about...you guessed it: animals! Campers will take part in a variety of art projects and active games each day while learning about nature and wildlife living in Squamish and beyond.

Squamish Recreation Services Staff 5.5 - 8y Monday - Friday August 9 - 13 $250 (5 sessions) 52623 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.

8 - 12y Monday - Friday August 9 - 13 $250 (5 sessions) 52627 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.

ACTIVE ADVENTURES

This camp is all about movement! Campers will go for bike rides, play a ton of fun games, and explore nearby trails.

All campers must be able to ride without training wheels; bikes must be in good working condition and properly fitted helmets are required. No camp on Monday, August 2 due to B.C. Day. Squamish Recreation Services Staff 5.5 - 8y Tuesday - Friday August 3- 6 $200 (4 sessions) 52620 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.

8 - 12y This camp includes a trip to Rope Runner Aerial Adventure Park.

Tuesday - Friday August 3- 6 $227 (4 sessions) 52621 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.

SAND, SUN, AND SCIENCE

This week campers will put nature to the test through interactive science experiments, take part in outdoor river exploration and learn how to tell time using sunlight by making a Sun Dial! Campers will meet new friends, play games and gain a ton of cool new skills at the same time!

Squamish Recreation Services Staff 5.5 - 8y This camp includes a trip to Ground Up Climbing Centre.

Monday - Friday August 16 - 20 $285 (5 sessions) 52629 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.

8 - 12y Monday - Friday August 16 - 20 $250 (5 sessions) 52631 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Youth leadership courses are returning this summer!

There will be a variety of programs and courses to guide youth and set them up for success.

Adventure Camps CHASING NATURE

Join us to explore a local trail by bike, identify the many trees and plants that live amongst us, and cool down at the end of the day with some water games and activities. All campers must be able to ride without training wheels; bikes that are in good working condition and properly fitted helmets are required.

Squamish Recreation Services Staff 5.5 - 8y Monday - Friday August 23 - 27 $250 (5 sessions) 52632 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.

ECO RANGERS

Let’s go green together! Campers will have fun learning about plants in the garden, playing ‘green’ themed games and making natural art projects! By the end of the week campers will leave with many ideas and resources on how they can reduce their eco footprint at home and beyond.

Squamish Recreation Services Staff 5.5 - 8y Monday - Friday August 30 - September 3 52636

$250 (5 sessions) 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.

8 - 12y This camp includes an outdoor rock climbing session with Squamish Rock Guides.

Monday - Friday August 30 - September 3 $312 (5 sessions) 52637 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.

8 - 12y Monday - Friday August 23 - 27 $250 (5 sessions) 52634 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Squamish Bike Camps SUMMARY DATE

AGE

CAMP NAME

COST

CODE

SESSIONS

Squamish Bike Camps Full day camps from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday to Friday, excluding holidays.

July 5 - 9

7-10y

Bike Camp Co-ed

$315

52639

5

July 5 - 9

7-10y

NEW Bike Camp Beginner

$315

52640

5

July 12 - 16

7-10y

Girls Ride

$315

52642

5

July 12 - 16

9-13y

Bike Camp Co-ed

$315

52641

5

July 19 - 23

7-10y

Bike Camp Co-ed

$315

52643

5

July 26 - 30

7-10y

Bike Camp Co-ed

$315

52645

5

July 26 - 30

9-13y

Girls Ride

$315

52644

5

August 3 - 6

7-10y

NEW Bike Camp Beginner

$255

52646

4

August 3 - 6

7-10y

Bike Camp Co-ed

$255

52647

4

August 9 - 13

7-10y

Girls Ride

$315

52649

5

August 9 - 13

9-13y

Bike Camp Co-ed

$315

52648

5

August 16 - 20

7-10y

Bike Camp Co-ed

$315

52650

5

August 23 - 27

7-10y

Bike Camp Co-ed

$315

52652

5

August 23 - 27

9-13y

Girls Ride

$315

52651

5

August 30 - September 3

7-10y

Girls Ride

$315

52654

5

August 30 - September 3

9-13y

Bike Camp Co-ed

$315

52653

5

Squamish Bike Camps

SQUAMISH BIKE CAMPS

Through quality coaching and instruction, with a focus on safety and fun, riders aged 7 to13 years will develop their mountain bike skills, confidence, and love of the sport.

Basic biking skills are required as this program takes riding ‘off-road’ and onto the trails where we’ll find rocks, roots, loose gravel, dirt, and other obstacles. Competency riding ‘green’ level trails and riding uphill and downhill are required. Riders will be grouped according to ability and will explore off-road trails specific to their level of riding.

BEGINNERS PROGRAM

NEW!

Learn the fundamentals of mountain biking with Squamish Bike Camps! This camp is perfect for riders who are comfortable pedalling on two wheels and who are transitioning from riding on gravel to trail. Build confidence, practice new skills and have fun in a small group setting with an instructor to child ratio of 1:5. We will explore trails appropriate for the groups’ overall riding ability.

All riders require a helmet and fully functioning, proper fitting mountain bike.

Squamish Recreation Services Staff 7 - 10y Monday - Friday July 5 - 9 $315 (5 sessions) 52640 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Tuesday - Friday August 3 - 6 $255 (4 sessions) 52646 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.

No camp Monday, August 2

CO-ED PROGRAM

Riders will develop their mountain biking skills in a fun and safe environment while being supported by their coaches and peers. We will explore a variety of trails that are appropriate for the groups’ overall riding ability.

This program may not take place at Brennan Park - you may be asked to meet our staff at a different location which will be communicated via email.

Squamish Recreation Services Staff 7 - 10y Monday - Friday July 5 - 9 $315 (5 sessions) 52639 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.

CO-ED PROGRAM

7 - 10y Monday - Friday July 19 - 23 $315 (5 sessions) 52643 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.

July 26 - 30 52645

$315 (5 sessions) 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Tuesday - Friday August 3 - 6 $255 (4 sessions) 52647 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Monday - Friday August 16 - 20 $315 (5 sessions) 52650 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.

August 23 - 27 52652

$315 (5 sessions) 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.

9 - 13y Monday - Friday July 12 - 16 $315 (5 sessions) 52641 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.

August 9 - 13 52648

$315 (5 sessions) 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.

August 30 - September 3 52653

$315 (5 sessions) 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Squamish Bikes Camps is brought to you by Recreation Services in Association with SORCA Squamish Off-Road Cycling Association.

Squamish Bike Camps GIRLS RIDE PROGRAM

This program encourages young female riders to build their self-confidence and skills while challenging themselves through mountain biking in a fun, supportive, and safe environment. We will explore a variety of trails that are appropriate for the groups’ overall riding ability.

This program may not take place at Brennan Park and participants may be asked to meet our staff at a specified location which will be communicated via email. First day attendance is mandatory in order for our coaches to conduct a skills assessment.

Squamish Recreation Services Staff 7 - 10y Monday - Friday July 12 - 16 $315 (5 sessions) 52642 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.

9 - 13y Monday - Friday July 26 - 30 $315 (5 sessions) 52644 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.

August 9 - 13 52649

August 23 - 27 52651

$315 (5 sessions) 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.

August 30 - September 3 52654

$315 (5 sessions) 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.

$315 (5 sessions) 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.

GENDER EQUITY GRANT For 2021, female and female-identifying riders are eligible to receive a 50% discount on all Squamish Bike Camp programs as part of the Gender Equity in Recreational Sport Grant, offered in part through the Canadian Parks and Recreation Association and the Government of Canada. Please contact us at bikecamps@squamish.ca or call 604.898.3604 for details.

PROGRAMS:

Are you 12 to 18 years old?

Tuesday: Virtual Art Club 4-5:30 p.m., on Zoom – Explore a variety of art mediums from home with free supply delivery and zoom meetings!

Wednesday: Virtual Dinner Club Zoom Call 4:30-6:30 p.m. - Make dinner for your family and learn a new recipe together on zoom with ingredients delivered to your door.

First Thursday of the Month: Out Trip Committee 4-5 p.m. – Have your say and assist with planning future Youth Services out trips.

Develop your leadership skills and have fun doing it!

Friday: Games with Friends 4-5:30 p.m., on Zoom – Relax after a long week and join us for a variety of games on zoom like Among Us, JackBox and Houseparty apps!

A Little Bit About Youth Services: Programs and activities are for youth ages 12-18.

Youth can reach out to us for information on mental health and primary care resources.

We can provide bus tickets! Ask us about it.

All programs are supervised by experienced youth workers.

All programs adhere to provincial COVID-19 regulations as well as Sea to Sky Community Services agency COVID-19 protocols.

All participants must sign our Consent and Liability form and Youth Services COVID-19 Protocols in order to partipate in programs.

Saturday Everything from workshop opportunities to out trips and more! Upcoming program options will be announced soon.

Coffee with a Youth Worker – Meet ups with experienced Youth Workers to chat!

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