2017 SUMMER CAMP GUIDE YMCA OF CATAWBA VALLEY
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WELCOME TO SUMMER CAMP Parents and kids agree: when it comes to summer time fun, nobody offers an experience like the Y. The YMCA of Catawba Valley’s summer camp program is all about adventure, healthy fun, personal growth, friendships and lasting memories. During the summer children can enjoy activities like swimming, arts and crafts, sports and field trips, and learn new life long skills. Kids love the Y’s summer camp because it’s a lot of fun. Parents love camp because the Y provides a safe, educational environment where kids grow, build character and form friendships that last a lifetime.
SUMMER CAMP STAFF
The Y offers summer adventures for youth and teens of all ages. To ensure that everyone has the chance to experience a healthy summer filled with fun, lifelong memories, the Y offers financial assistance for those in need.
REGISTRATION INFORMATION
Heather Garvey - Senior Camp Director P (828) 324-2858 | E heatherg@ymcacv.org Shuford & Hickory Branches Katie Mathis - Camp Director P (828) 464-6130 | E katiem@ymcacv.org Shuford Branch Anquinette Griffith - Camp Coordinator P (828) 324-2858 | E anquinetteg@ymcacv.org Hickory Branch Thelma Harold - LIT Camp Director P (828) 578-6993 | E thelmah@ymcacv.org C.O. Miller Teen Center
REGISTRATION FEE WAIVER
Registration Fees $35 per camper (non-refundable & non-transferrable)
Day Camp Fees Special: $25 off all camp weeks if registered by May 28th YMCA Members: $125 per week Community Participants: $150 per week
LIT (Leaders in Training) Camp Fees Special: $25 off each week if registered by May 28th All Campers: $150 per week
All Other Camp Fees Squirt Camp: YMCA Members: $45 per week Community Participants: $65 per week Sports Camp: See pages 9 & 10 for details
How to Register
Open Registration Dates March 25th | 8:00am - 5:00pm April 29th | 8:00am - 5:00pm May 27th | 8:00am - 5:00pm Come register your child(ren) for Summer Camp on these select days to have your
registration fee waived!
To register for 2017 Summer Camps, please visit Member Services at your branch or go online:
www.camp.ymcacv.org
What you need to bring when registering for camp: • Completed Registration Form • For your health and the safety of others, immunization records are needed at the time of registration • Either payment in full or a deposit for each week/child • Registration Fee
“YMCA Summer Camp has been one of the best summer experiances that our kids have had. They have learned new skills, met new life long friends, and developed valuable character traits”
- George Rami
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CHARACTER COUNTS!
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The YMCA of Catawba Valley helps to build strong character YMCA Summer Day Camps focus on building the confidence of each child through character challenges that encourage personal growth and the development of strong values. Each week this summer, campers will build character as they focus on one of the core values below... It’s the Character Challenge.
“Character development is a crucial part of growing up... and our child has gotten that and much more at the Y summer camp!”
- Albert Jones THE CHARACTER CHALLENGE CARING Be kind and show concern for others. Express gratitude. Forgive others. Help those in need. Be compassionate.
HONESTY Don’t cheat, steal, or deceive. Keep your promises. Be reliable. Have the courage to do the right thing. Build a good reputation. Be loyal to your family, friends, and country.
RESPECT Live by the Golden Rule. Value the abilities and characteristics of others.
Use good manners. Be considerate of another’s feelings. Honor everyone’s dignity, privacy, and freedom. Be courteous and polite.
RESPONSIBILITY Do what you are supposed to do. Finish what you start. Always do your best. Exercise selfcontrol. Be accountable for your choices.
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COMMUNICATION
YOUR CONNECTION TO CAMP Dedicated Camp Cell Phone Lines
HICKORY CAMP (828) 455-1946 SHUFORD CAMP (828) 455-1703 SQUIRT CAMP (828) 455-1517 LIT CAMP (828) 466-1711
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DAY CAMP
CAMPERS AGES 5 - 12 YRS.* *5 year olds must have completed kindergarten
The YMCA of Catawba Valley’s Day Camp is centered around improving the well-being of children. We believe in each child’s individuality and intentionally focus on three areas of development: friendships, accomplishment and belonging. We work to create a safe and vibrant environment that allows children to:
• Learn and master skills that nurture their passions, talents and potential. • Bond with new friends and positive staff role models to create lasting memories. • Know they belong so they feel welcome and free to express who they are. • Be Active, be themselves, and belong! • Swimming lessons included - Once per week. Daily adventures include field trips, character development, devotions, outdoor activities, swimming, silly songs and arts and crafts. Each day brings a new and exciting activity for your child to enjoy.
Afternoon snacks provided for all full day campers.
EXPRESS DROP-OFF Express drop-off is provided for your convenience at both the Hickory and Shuford locations. Each day you will drop your children off to our welcoming counselors and camp directors. The drop-off times are: Hickory & Shuford Branches: 6:30am - 8:30am
WEEKLY CAMP THEMES Each week of camp has been built around fun and exciting themes. Children will experience a diverse and unique way to enjoy their summer break while staying active and continuing their education.**
WEEK 1: Catch the Spirit! WEEK 2: Backyard Bash WEEK 3: To Infinity and Beyond WEEK 4: Holidaze WEEK 5: Life on the High Seas WEEK 6: Water, Water, Everywhere WEEK 7: Once Upon a Y WEEK 8: Look for the Hero Inside Yourself WEEK 9: Survive It WEEK 10: Camper Skills WEEK 11: Peace Out!
“Being a single parent, the YMCA summer camp program has been a life-saver! I know that while I’m at work, my kids are with qualified care takers that have a vested interest in their development and well-being.” - Amy Scruper 5
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DAY CAMP (CONT.) WEEKLY THEME DETAILS Week 6: Water, Water, Everywhere (July 17-21)
Week 1: Catch the Spirit! (June 12-16)
Show us your camp spirit through team banners, goofy hats, crazy socks, minute to win it games, Jell-O contests, friendship circles, trail mix, wacky relays, sports clinics, color wars, and more! Field Trip: No field trip Character Challenge: Caring Wacky Wednesday: Crazy sock day
Join us for our rockin’ beach party with hula hoop games, water balloon pinata, duck duck splash, water slides, water gun wars and a watermelon contest with a Luau on Friday. Field Trip: Kool Park Character Challenge: Caring Wacky Wednesday: Luau gear
Week 7: Once Upon a Y (July 24-28)
Week 2: Backyard Bash (June 19-23)
Enjoy the great outdoors as we partake in summertime classic games like tug-of-war, kickball, foursquare, hopscotch, lawn games, nature crafts, picnics, recycling projects, s’mores, and a BBQ bash to end the week. (Parents invited to BBQ bash). Field Trip: Pin Station Character Challenge: Responsibility Wacky Wednesday: Crazy hat
Week 3: To Infinity and Beyond (June 26-30)
3,2,1... Blast-off as campers learn about the solar system through hands-on activities involving the planets, stars, and moon. Make and eat moon rocks, create rockets, go on an alien hunt, and practice some jedi training through obstacles. Field Trip: Millholland Planetarium Character Challenge: Responsibility Wacky Wednesday: Star wars day
Week 4: Holidaze (July 3-7 – No Camp July 4th)
Christmas in July! 4th of July? Halloween in the summer... You may have to come to camp and find out about all of our summer celebrations. Camp will provide the fun and you bring the energy and we will all have an amazing time. Field Trip: No field trip Character Challenge: Respect Wacky Wednesday: Halloween costume
Week 5: Life on the High Seas (July 10-14)
Have some swashbuckling pirate fun! Use maps to find lost treasure, pirate hats/eyepatches/sand art, try shipwreck stew, capture the pirate flag, and survive the cannonball attacks through the obstacle course to find your way safely home. Field Trip: Emerald Hollow Mine Character Challenge: Respect Wacky Wednesday: Pirate/princess day
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If you can dream it... You can do it! This week we are incorporating fan favorite Disney movies and characters into camp activities and games. Field Trip: Carolina Theater Character Challenge: Respect Wacky Wednesday: Favorite Disney character day
Week 8: Look for the Hero Inside Yourself (July 31 - Aug 4)
Meet and salute real life superheroes, take the superhero character challenge, dress up as favorite superhero, play games/make crafts and lend a hand as we pay it forward through community service and create the hero in all of us. Field Trip: Skateland Character Challenge: Respect Wacky Wednesday: Dress-up as a superhero
Week 9: Survive It (August 7-11)
Can your team survive it? Create team flags, decipher codes, scavenger hunts, noodle tag, got it, ultimate frisbee, tie dye bandanas, tug of war, tribal team competitions and immunity challenges, color wars. Field Trip: Laser Tag- Bo’s Character Challenge: Honesty Wacky Wednesday: Favorite sports team day
Week 10: Camper Skills (August 14-18)
Calling all superstars to step into the spotlight and showcase your talents through skits, games, dance, music and creative arts, as well learn about sounds and circuits. Enter the talent show and show us the next big thing. (Parents are welcome to attend talent show). Field Trip: No field trip Character Challenge: Responsibility Wacky Wednesday: Moustache day
Week 11: Peace Out! (August 21-24)†
Time to say “peace out” to summer. Travel back with us to days of root beer floats, the wild west gold rush, explore caveman drawings as you hunt for dinosaur eggs, relive the hippie days and disco, and more. Field Trip: No field trip Character Challenge: Caring Wacky Wednesday: Cowboy/cowgirl day
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No camp Friday, August 25th
HICKORY & SHUFORD BRANCHES: 6:30am - 6:00pm AGES 5 - 12 Year olds June 12th - August 24th DATES Monday - Friday (full-day) DAYS RATES YMCA Members: $125 Community Participants: $150 **All activities including field trips are subject to change due to any unforeseen circumstances.
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SPECIAL OFFER! th
Register by May 28 and enjoy a special discount rate of $25 off per camper, per week. Offer valid for YMCA members and community participants.†† ††
Cannot be combined with any other offer.
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PRESCHOOL (SQUIRT) CAMP
CAMPERS AGES 3 - 5 YRS. HICKORY BRANCH
At the YMCA of Catawba Valley’s preschool camp, children will experience the best of both worlds: learning and play. They will have structure in their day that includes a time to learn and a time to play. Sometimes both learning and fun happen all at the same time-which is most of the time here at the Y! Morning snacks provided for all campers.
CAMP DATES & RATES HICKORY BRANCH: 8:30am - 12:30pm AGES 3 - 5 Year olds DATES June 26th - August 11th Monday - Friday (half-day) DAYS RATES YMCA Members: $45 Community Participants: $65
GENERAL INFORMATION SWIMMING Swim lessons will be provided once a week with age appropriate staffing ratios (1:6) from one of our trained swimming instructors. Campers should bring a towel, bathing suit, and water bottle.
BELONGINGS Please label all of your child’s belongings. If you send sunscreen with your child, please make certain it is labeled with their name.
POTTY TRAINING All campers must be potty trained to participate in our preschool camp program.
WEEKLY CAMP THEMES WEEK 1: No Camp (June 12 - 16) WEEK 2: No Camp (June 19 - 23) WEEK 3: Catch the Spirit! (June 26 - 30) WEEK 4: No Camp (July 3 - 7) WEEK 5: To Infinity and Beyond (July 17 - 21) WEEK 6: Life on the High Seas (July 24 - 28) WEEK 7: Water, Water, Everywhere (July 31 - Aug 4) WEEK 8: Once Upon a Y (August 7 - 11) WEEK 9: No Camp (August 7 - 11) WEEK 10: No Camp (August 14 - 18) WEEK 11: No Camp (August 21 - 24)
“My kids can’t stop talking about how much they love all the fun games and activities at summer camp!”
- David Lee
*All activities are subject to change due to any unforeseen circumstances.
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TEEN (LIT) CAMP
CAMPERS IN GRADES 7 - 10
HICKORY BRANCH Recognizing that middle school and high school students can get more out of a summer camp program, our LIT (Leaders in Training) participants learn teamwork oriented leadership. Working together on a variety of projects, our staff and LITs form a mentoring relationship. We coach our LITs, providing feedback and insight into their efforts on the different tasks they take on. Local field trips, leadership workshops and service projects are just a few of the important tools our staff use to teach teens what it means to be a leader.
Afternoon snacks provided for all full day campers.
CAMP DATES & RATES HICKORY BRANCH: 6:30am - 6:00pm AGES Grades 7th thru 10th DATES June 12th - August 24th Monday - Friday (full-day) DAYS RATES All Campers: $150
WEEKLY THEME DETAILS Week 1: Citizenship in the Community (June 12-16) | $150
Let’s get creative and create a service-learning project to complete over the course of the summer. This week you’ll learn about sacrifice and how no matter how big or small your sacrifice may be, it has a larger impact on those whom you’re sacrificing to help.
Week 2: Becoming a Strong Leader (June 19-23) | $150
Challenge yourself during a week of competitions. Battle it out in a community-wide scavenger hunt, food tournament, and blind water balloon volleyball.
Week 3: Developing Personal Values (June 26-30) | $150
WEEKLY CAMP THEMES WEEK 1: Citizenship in the Community WEEK 2: Becoming a Strong Leader WEEK 3: Developing Personal Values WEEK 4: Cultural Competence WEEK 5: Being a Strong Role Model WEEK 6: Building a Postive Reputation WEEK 7: Developing Goal and Priorites WEEK 8: Positive Communication Skills WEEK 9: Managing Anger & Aggression WEEK 10: Showing Respect to Others WEEK 11: Employability & Workplace Skills
Week 4: Cultural Competence (July 3-7 – No Camp July 4th) | $150 Show your bravery when eating mysterious foods, diving into a slimy slip and slide, traveling through a minefield while blindfolded.
Week 5: Being a Strong Role Model (July 10-14) | $150
Learn how to fend for yourself if you’re lost in the woods. Participate in survival scenarios where you will find your way in the woods, build a shelter, and cook a delicious meal over a fire at the Hickory Parks & Rec.
Week 6: Building a Positive Reputation (July 17-21) | $150
Learn how your reputation can affect the opportunities you may or may not have in the future. Not only will you see how quickly a reputation can be changed, but you will also learn how to build and maintain a solid positive reputation.
Week 7: Developing Goal and Priorites (July 24-28) | $150
EXPRESS DROP-OFF Express drop-off is provided for your convenience at the Hickory Branch. Each day you will drop your children off to our welcoming counselors and camp directors. The drop-off times are: Hickory Branch: 6:30am - 8:30am
SPECIAL OFFER! Register by May 28 and enjoy a special discount of $25 off each week. Offer valid for YMCA members and community participants.†† th
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Let your creativity shine. Discover your inner artist while creating duct tape and milk art. Dodge your way through a paint run. Enjoy target practice before running through a field during paintball at Command Decisions.
Learn CPR and First Aid along with some rescue techniques to recover a drowning victim. Then not only discover some of the hazards you may encounter at water parks and pools, but also experience the fun at Wet ‘n Wild Emerald Pointe.
Week 8: Positive Communication Skills (Jul 31 - Aug 4) | $150 Learn the proper safety techniques of belaying and rappelling. Take what you’ve learned to Beanstalk Journey for an aerial adventure of a lifetime.
Week 9: Managing Anger & Aggression (August 7-11) | $150
On your mark, get set, GO!!! Race through this week of obstacle courses, mazes, and relay races. For our field trip this week, we will be racing gokarts at one of the available local tracks.
Week 10: Showing Respect to Others (August 14-18) | $150
One must always be respectful first before receiving respect. Learn how to show respect in friendships and in our community. Explore new ways to impact your community in a positive and respectful manner.
Week 11: Employability & Workplace Skills (August 21-24)† | $150
Explore different career opportunities while giving back to your community. Not only will you have the chance to tour a college and a corporation, but you will also volunteer with different local organizations such as the Humane Society.
*All activities including field trips are subject to change due to any unforeseen circumstances.
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BASEBALL CAMP
CAMPERS AGES 5 - 12 YRS. HICKORY BRANCH
Sports programs are a large part of the YMCA of Catawba Valley. The same holds true for camp as well. Our comprehensive summer sports camps focus on skill development and excitement of participation through a combination of dynamic drills and games. This year, we’ll be taking our baseball camp to the next level with the help of the Rembert Brothers. Through our partnership, we’ll helping your child excel in all aspects of the game while having a fun filled and engaging summer. At the Y, sports aren’t about competition, their about fun, friendship and skill development through teamwork.
THE REMBERT BROTHERS
GRANT REMBERT
FORE REMBERT
AARON REMBERT
The Rembert brothers are well known for their expertise in baseball. Grant, Fore, and Aaron Rembert collectively have over 35 years coaching experience at the high school and college level. With the Rembert brothers coaching our YMCA of Catawba Valley Baseball Camp, your child will experience the highest level of coaching and training the Catawba Valley has to offer.
GENERAL INFORMATION SWIMMING Each day, we’ll have pool time after baseball camp to wind down for the day so be sure to pack a swim suit and towel.
ITEMS NEEDED You will need a baseball mitt, baseball socks and pants, and a water bottle. Baseball bats and cleats are optional.†
FUN ACTIVITIES AND SKILLS Your child will learn all the fundamental elements of baseball. Hitting, throwing, pitching, and teamwork. Fun activities include a throwing competition and the Home Run Derby!
CAMP DATES & RATES HICKORY BRANCH: 9:00am - 4:00pm AGES 5 - 12 Year olds DATES June 26th - June 30th* Monday - Friday (full-day) DAYS RATES YMCA Members: $125 Community Participants: $150
SPECIAL OFFER! “My boys love baseball, and now they love it even more with great coaching crom the Rembert brothers. Summer camp at the Y is hands down the best there is.” - Judith Grimes *All activities are subject to change due to any unforeseen circumstances.
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Register by May 28th and enjoy $25 off per camper, per week. Offer valid for YMCA members and community participants.†† ††
Cannot be combined with any other offer. Participants must bring their own lunch.
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TENNIS CAMP
CAMPERS AGES 5 - 12 YRS.
HICKORY BRANCH
Campers will be instructed by Cy Smith, Tennis Director and USPTA Teaching Professional at the YMCA of Catawba Valley. They will be immersed into a unique atmosphere where they will learn the forehand, the backhand, and tennis skills that will build a solid foundation to the game of tennis. Cy will focus on basic skills and incorporate fun games to teach all tennis techniques, including positioning strategies. Campers will receive two hours of instruction each day followed by an hour of swim time.
Cy Smith - Tennis Instructor
CAMP DATES & RATES HICKORY BRANCH: 6:30am - 6:00pm (full-day) 8:30am - 12:00pm (half-day) AGES 5 - 12 Year olds DATES June 19th - June 24th* July 10th - July 14th July 31st - August 4th Monday - Friday (full-day) DAYS Monday - Friday (half-day) RATES
Half-Day | YMCA Members: $70 Half-Day | Community Participants: $90 Full-Day | YMCA Members: $125 Full-Day | Community Participants: $150
SPECIAL OFFER! Register by May 28th and enjoy $25 off per camper, per week. Offer valid for YMCA members and community participants.†† ††
Cannot be combined with any other offer.
GENERAL INFORMATION SWIMMING Each day, we’ll have pool time after tennis camp to wind down for the day so be sure to pack a swim suit and towel.
FUN ACTIVITIES AND SKILLS Your child will learn all the fundamental elements of tennis. Forehand, backhand, serving, and teamwork. Fun activities will keep campers engaged and entertained while increasing their skill levels!
“Tennis with Mr. Cy has been a great experiance for our daughter. She was able to learn the fundamentals of tennis while staying active and having fun during summer break” - Josh Crump *All activities are subject to change due to any unforeseen circumstances.
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MAILING PANEL
Open Registration Dates March 25th | 8:00am - 5:00pm April 29th | 8:00am - 5:00pm May 27th | 8:00am - 5:00pm Come register your child(ren) for Summer Camp on these select days to have your
registration fee waived!
BE ACTIVE,BE YOURSELF
BELONG!
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SPECIAL OFFER!
Register by May 28th and get $25 off per week. Offer valid for YMCA members and community participants.* *Cannot be combined with any other offer.