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KIDS’ SUMMER CAMPS

with the City of Longmont

Longmont Recreation Services

Sandstone Exploration Camps (ages 4 to 8) Skyhawks Sports Camps (ages 4 to 13) Mad Science Camps (ages 4 to 12) Engineering with LEGO® (ages 5 to 10) Crackpots Camps ( ages 6 to 12) Bits, Bytes, & Bots (ages 8 to 14) Horse Camp (ages 8 to 14) Outdoor Adventure Camp (ages 12 to 16)

Longmont Museum

June 6 – July 29 Camps start from $135/week

Art-Rageous Animals (ages 8-12) Beading & Jewelry Making of the Sea (ages 7-10) Skateboard Deck Painting 2 day class (ages 9-13) Hunters, Artists, and Tipi Makers (ages 7-10) Searchers, Seekers, and Settlers (ages 7-10)

Summer Day Camp (ages 6 to 12) May 31-Aug 12 • 8wk/10wk/Weekly Full Time & Part Time

Longmont Recreation Services

JSE Ocean Discovery (ages 4-6) Life in Ponds & Streams (ages 6-8) Science Magic (ages 6-8) Super Duper Science (ages 4-6)

Longmont Museum

St Vrain Memorial Building 700 Longs Peak Avenue 303-651-8404

www.ci.longmont.co.us/museum 400 Quail Road Longmont CO 80501 303-651-8374

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Junior Golf Camps

2 days of 2-hour lessons • Camps begin in May $40 per session, repeatable • Various dates at Sunset, Twin Peaks, and Ute Creek Golf Courses • Encouraged prior to Jr Golf League

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2 hrs of instruction • Optional play of 9-holes Tues, 9am, begins June 7 $20/week + $7 green fee

Junior Golf League Ages 5 to 17

Sunset Golf Course 303-651-8466 1900 Longs Peak Ave

Twin Peaks Golf Course

303-651-8401 1200 Cornell Drive

Ute Creek Golf Course

303-774-4342 2000 Ute Creek Drive

Every Monday starting June 13-Aug 8 League registration begins March 31 www.ci.longmont.co.us/golf

City of Longmont — Recreation Golf Museum www.ci.longmont.co.us

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Kids, horses saddle up for camp Experience camp close to home Special needs teen camp full of opportunities Learn leadership skills Specialized camps cater to kids’ interests Five reasons your kid needs camp Deal with homesickness before it begins Kristi Ritter Summer Stair Contributing Writers

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Developing a Bond

The Longmont area offers numerous horse camp options for kids to learn about caring for the animals, as well as develop their riding skills. Here’s a glimpse at a few local camps.

Kid and horses saddle up for camp full of learning By Kristi Ritter

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During any week this summer, mornings at Sun Pony Ranch near Berthoud will find kids scurrying about the barn gathering food for their horses, grooming the animals and grabbing tack to saddle up for a ride. “The first day is spent teaching them about horse nutrition so they know what their horse eats,” says Ginger Fedak, ranch co-owner and summer camp manager. “We talk to them a lot about responsible horse ownership.” Camp at Sun Pony Ranch gives kids the opportunity to have their own horse to care for during their week-long camp adventure. Not only will they learn about nutrition and grooming, some campers may see horses get their shoes replaced or even experience a visit from a local veterinarian caring for the horses. In addition to caring for horses, kids will get a lot of riding time with saddle riding and bareback, which shows them a different experience where they have to put their trust in the horse. “Most kids come in with expectations that riding is easy, but they have no idea of the amount of expertise going into that partnership,” Fedak says. Many local horse camps offer different levels based on ages and abilities, but depending on the comfort of the camper, directors and counselors can help place each one with a horse they feel more comfortable with. In most cases, the kids will become more comfortable around the horses as the week progresses, which can help boost the confidence that a kid has both on and off the horse. Jen Shannon, owner of Cornerstone Farm in Longmont, says campers learn a lot about the horses and their behaviors, including learning to watch the horses’ body language to discover what the horse is trying to communicate. “Their ears are very expressive and give insight into the animal’s behavior or mood,” she says. “I’ve discovered that in many cases our riding can improve if we understand the animal

A kid canters on a horse at Sun Pony Ranch. (Courtesy Sun Pony Ranch)

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Colorado Mountain Ranch

10063 Gold Hill Road, Boulder, 303-442-4557, www.coloradomountainranch.com

A camper and counselor ride at the Colorado Therapeutic Riding Center. (Courtesy Colorado Therapeutic Riding Center)

better.” In addition to caring and feeding the animal, kids will learn a lot from horse camp about being responsible for a living thing. “By teaching them other skills, it gives them a sense of ownership,” Shannon says. Kids have found a lot of reward in working and caring for horses at summer camps whether it was taking responsibility for the animal, working as a team or developing their riding skills. In addition to that, the bond that develops between horse and child is sometimes the strongest element that kids take away from the experience. “Kids are kids, and they’ll fall in love with a fuzzy face on the first day,” Shannon says. “But what’s interesting is being able to teach the kids that not only are these fuzzy and cute animals, they have their own personalities that the kids fall in love with.”

Colorado Mountain Ranch is gearing up for a busy summer this year, despite having the Four Mile Canyon fire go right through their property in September Courtesy Colorado Mountain Ranch 2010. With the barn being rebuilt and many other projects in the works, owners Mike and Lynn Walker are excited for the summer camp season. “Horses are a big part of all of our programs,” Lynn says. “And we have great horses that are trained specifically for being good kid horses. The horses really mirror how a person is feeling, so it helps the child to get a sense of who they are.” Open to all types of riders, Colorado Mountain Ranch offers weekly camps for 7- to 16-year-olds where groups of eight to 12 kids will be paired with a counselor to embark in numerous activities throughout the week. Lynn says horse focus camps will spend about half the day riding, while the Mountain Adventure program will get kids riding about three times during the week. Horse programs focus on partnership, balance and relationship. “We want to help the child build the bond with animals and learn more about themselves in the process,” Lynn says.

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Cornerstone Farm

Located at Triple Creek Ranch, 4255 Nelson Road, Longmont, 303-828-9040, www.cornerstonefarminc.com

Designed for kids ages 8 and older, summer horse camps at Cornerstone Farms are week-long opportunities for kids to learn about horses, have plenty of riding time and have fun. Owner Jen Shannon says they teach everything from proper handling and grooming, to saddling, bridling, equipment and learning the parts of the animals. “We also learn about the horses and their behaviors by watching their body language to learn what the horse is telling us,” she says. “We really try to teach them horsemanship skills, and while riding is a part of that it’s not all.” Cornerstone Farms offers three different levels of summer camps: introductory, beginner two and advanced. Safety is a big emphasis in every camp at Cornerstone Farm, and kids will learn about the responsibility involved in caring

Photos courtesy Jen Shannon and riding horses. Teamwork is also a big part. “Even though riding is done as an individual, to get things done around the farm it takes a group working together,” Shannon says.

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Colorado Therapeutic Riding Center

11968 Mineral Road, Longmont, 303-652-9132, www.ctrcinc.org

With camps for kids of all abilities, the Colorado Therapeutic Riding Center offers both week and two-week camps throughout the summer. Kids will get a lot of riding experience, but will also learn about the preparation before and after the ride. Penelope C. Powell, program coordinator, says about 16 kids attend the camp during each session, which allows them to separate kids into two groups. And while half of the kids are riding, the other half are working on equine education, arts and crafts, activities and self development with a focus on developing inner strength. “We use the power of the horse as the common denominator to create understanding and relationship between the two,” Powell says. Campers will work with volunteers, typically teenagers, throughout the program, giving them an opportunity to look up to someone as they learn riding skills. Powell says the center’s approach to activities and training with horses have really given kids a boost of confidence in life.

Sun Pony Ranch

18490 County Road 1, Berthoud, 970-532-4040, www.sunponyranch.com

In a five-hour day, kids will get paired with a horse for the week that he or she will be responsible for, including feeding, grooming, riding and overall ownership on a daily basis. Camp manager and ranch co-owner Ginger Fedak says kids will get plenty of riding time

Photos courtesy Ginger Fedak with saddle riding in the morning and a time to ride bareback in the afternoon. “The bareback riding instills not only greater riding skills, but boosts their confidence,” she says. Kids are matched with a partner who is either typically younger or older depending on riding abilities, and camp counselors help kids learn the skills they need to develop

their riding. Fedak says kids will not only bond with the horses throughout the week, but also with other kids, which shows in the cheering they do for each other, especially from the horse show every Friday at the conclusion off camp that allows them to show of the skills they have learned throughout the week.

Unicorn Ranch Horses

Diamond View Ranch, 2400 Blue Mountain Ave., Berthoud, 720-270-5553, www.unicornranchhorses.com

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Weekly camps throughout the summer at Unicorn Ranch Horses offer full days from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. for kids to get the full experience of learning about and caring for horses. Owner Pam Blignaut says kids are assigned a horse to care for during the week, which allows for them to not only learn riding skills, but also connect with an animal. While most kids will learn the daily care required for horses, Blignaut says there are some kids who are exploring veterinary school as a career so come to the camp wanting to learn all the details of the horse. Camps are directed around age, while riding groups are determined by skill level. Blignaut says horse camp can be completely

Photos courtesy Pam Blignaut life changing for some kids because they are allowed to connect with the animals. “And when you work with horses you have to be able to work, so these kids develop a strong work ethic,” she says.

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A camp experience is beneficial on many levels as kids learn social skills, develop selfesteem and discover hobbies and interests within a safe, healthy environment. While there are several camp options available to families, many turn toward day camps which offer kids great camp experiences with the comfort of home close by. Giselle Lehmann, child care director at the Ed & Ruth Lehman YMCA in Longmont, says day camps are a great experience especially for those kids who are not ready for an overnight camp or for teens who need to get out of the house for a couple of hours. Many day camps offer families the chance to customize their camp experience as far as the weeks, days and hours spent at the camp. The versatility offered by day camps is also appealing to families and kids. Suellen Dabney, recreation program supervisor for Longmont Recreation Services, says from sports to science to the arts, day camps offer kids the chance to participate in what interests them. “It helps kids connect with things outside the realm of their every day life,” Dabney says. “They can find renewed passions or discover new things they might enjoy. It really helps broaden their horizons.” While day camps offer kids the chance to exercise their body and brain, Lehmann says it is important for families to sit down and discuss what kids are hoping to get out of a day camp and what interests them the most. This discussion can help parents choose a camp that will benefit their child. Once parents and kids know what each one expects out of a day camp experience and how spare time should be spent choos-

Preparing for Day Camp Preparing for a day camp can be just as important as going away to a an overnight camp. Supplies are needed and certain rules must be followed. Giselle Lehmann provided the following tips for families using local day camps. • Parents must read the parent handbook or information packet provided. This will allow parents to understand what is expected of them and their kids during their time at the camp. These rules are important to discuss with the whole family. • Provide kids with a healthy, well-balanced breakfast. While some camps provide snacks, sending your kids with a full stomach is important. Lehmann says most day camps are filled with activities from beginning to end. A good breakfast will provide kids with much-needed energy. • When packing a lunch, pack more than you think your child will need. • Always provide a water bottle, sunscreen and bug spray. Many events could occur outside. • Make sure your child is well-rested and gets plenty of sleep at night. • Lehmann says day camps rely on parent feedback, so never be shy to let the camp know what you think.

ing a camp should be easy. Camps provided by Longmont Recreation Services and the Ed & Ruth Lehman YMCA offer families customized camps in a safe environment close to home. For information on the different camps, fees and scholarships available visit, www.ci.longmont.co.us /rec/childrens/summercamp or www.longmont ymca.org/en/childcare.

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Special Needs Teen Camp offers unique experiences By Kendra Walker

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The Special Needs Teen Camp, part of Longmont Recreation Services’ SCOPE program, provides the opportunity for teenagers with disabilities to participate in summer recreational activities. The summer camp, running for more than 15 years, is an eight-week program at the St. Vrain Memorial Building for kids with disabilities, ages 13 to 25. The camp raised its age limit from the original cut-off at age 21. “This is our first year making it a teen/young adult camp,” says recreation supervisor Debbie MacDonald. Many of the campers have grown up with the camp and find they don’t want to leave once they’ve graduated from the teen years, she says. She jokes that the camp will someday have an infinite age limit. “You get attached,” she

says. “They’re thrilled to continue.” The camp’s staff involves a director, a personal care attendant and several leaders interacting with the kids each day. Justin Bechard, a leader involved with the program for five years feels fortunate to play a role in the program. “We get to form mutual bonds of friendship that can never be replaced,” he says. Weekly activities include swimming, outdoor sports, games and crafts. One of Bechard’s favorite parts of the summer camp is the talent show. The camp also goes on field trips to various locations in Longmont. Memorable trips have included safety demonstrations at the police department, a performance at the Longmont Theatre and boat fishing with the Hopes Float organization. One unique quality of the camp is that the kids are often integrated with the other summer day camp in the same building. “The regular day camp feels the special needs kids are a part of the camp,” MacDonald says. “It’s a great way for the other camp to be exposed to the kids with special needs.” Karen De Herrera, mother of autistic twins who have participated in the camp for more than 13 years, appreciates that the two camps can combine. “I never felt like they were made to feel different,” she says about her sons. “I felt like it was a chance for them to be independent and learn to accept others.” Her sons, Nick and Sean, 23, are enrolled in this summer’s upcoming session. “They are excited to see their peers that they don’t get a chance to see all year,” she says. “The

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camp has helped them to maintain those social skills.” The Special Needs Teen Camp exposes the participating youth to experiences they usually wouldn’t find themselves having, helping them feel comfortable and independent in the community. “It’s a great opportunity for kids with special needs to meet new people, maintain skills and get the chance to feel like a regu-

lar kid,” De Herrera says. Bechard looks forward to another year as a camp leader and getting to spend time with his friends. “If you show them love, they’ll love you in return.” The Special Needs Teen Camp runs June 6 to July 29. The camp is located at the St. Vrain Memorial Building, 700 Longs Peak Ave., Longmont. The session runs Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. For more information, email Debbie.MacDonald @ci.longmont.co.us.

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Learning to Lead Local camps offer leadership skills through experience By Esteban L. Hernandez

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Kyle Littman knows how important it is to keep teenagers interested in things other than watching TV, playing video games and putting aside time for cell phone use. Littman is the director of operations for Boulder-based Avid4 Adventure, an outdoor activities camp specializing in outdoor education. This camp offers several two-week overnight camps for adolescents, as well as family expeditions throughout Colorado and Utah. A similar program in Boulder has helped develop leadership skills for girls ages 15 to 18. It’s called the Leadership Course and is offered by The Women’s Wilderness Institute. Both camps encapsulate the outdoor spirit of the summer months in Colorado. “Within 15 miles of any of us – Longmont, Boulder, Highlands Ranch – there are amazing outdoor opportunities,” Littman says. “There are reservoirs, hiking and biking, there are just amazing opportunities in our backyard because we live in the Front Range of Colorado. It is a special place.” Shari Leach, executive director of The Women’s Wilderness Institute in Boulder, says the wilderness experience in the Leadership Course helps girls view their bodies

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in terms of what they are able to do, as opposed to comparing themselves to images in magazines. “That helps them learn to appreciate and respect and discover their own strengths instead of feeling disappointed that they don’t look like an airbrushed woman,” Leach says. Avid4 Adventure Outdoor Camp Leadership’s Teen Leaders in Training Program is similar to the Leadership Course. Teen Leaders in Training helps eight program participants develop skills that extend beyond the outdoor world. “It is the longest program that we have,” Littman says of the Avid4 Adventure

MooreLand Farm is a quality hunter-jumper training facility which offers a comprehensive equestrian training program for all levels. Trainer Cynthia Moore brings with her almost 20 years experience as a professional and strives to bring out the best in riders of all ages.

MooreLand Farm offers quality lease horses for the rider with serious intentions 303-579-6885 * 9143 Valmont Rd., Boulder www.MoorelandFarm.com

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leadership camp. “It is focused on leadership. Most of our focus is on the outdoors. This one is specifically designed for teenagers who have a desire to work with kids in the outdoors.” The central focus of the program is to teach teens how to work with children in outdoor environment. During the three weeks, teenagers participate in various activities and special training sessions. One of the camps biggest draws for parents is the safety training campers receive. The teens earn CPR and first aid certification with the help of a certified nurse. The training takes a full day, from six to eight hours, depending on the number of teens in a class. “Whether the emergency is at home, school or on the campsite, we want them to know how to handle themselves in case an emergency arises.” Campers also receive American Red Cross small crafts certification for canoeing and kayaking. Littman says this certification notes that the teenagers have learned about operating these vessels and can safely instruct children on their use. Another special focus the camp boasts is it constructs a unique experience for each camper. This is one of the reasons why the total number of campers allowed is so small. “We personalize the program for each kid so that the leadership can be transferred not just in the summer, but in their home and social life,” Littman says.

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The Womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Wilderness Institute Leadership Course is no different in helping to nurture a young personâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s skill set. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We are working to develop the self-confidence and leadership capacity of authentic relationships that help support and protect girls throughout their lives,â&#x20AC;? Leach says. She says the program supports this development by providing an experienced, all-female staff that helps girls learn valuable skills. The Leadership Course lasts 12 days, but it involves many of the same outdoor activities offered by Avid4 Adventure. â&#x20AC;&#x153;They learn to do all of the things when camping, from sharing their own shelter, taking care of themselves, cooking in the back country with a stove,â&#x20AC;? Leach says, adding that some courses even offer technical rock climbing. Leach says full or partial scholarships are available for prospective female campers. While enrollment at the Leadership Course suggests some backpacking experience, enrollment in the Avid4 Adventure program is not as simple. Those interested in participating in the program must

demonstrate a sincere motivation to learn outdoor education, while keeping a strong sense of commitment. The acceptance process involves what Littman referred to as an â&#x20AC;&#x153;informal interviewâ&#x20AC;? that he says allows him to ensure teens know what the program is about and understand what their involvement in the program will include. However, Littman makes it clear that every teenager shares an equal opportunity to participate in the program. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We firmly believe that all kids can be leaders, so we are not looking for certain things. All kids have the potential to be leaders, so therefore we wouldnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t turn someone away unless they werenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t fully committed to being in this program for three weeks.â&#x20AC;? Registration for both programs is ongoing and only eight teens between the ages of 13 to 17 will be participating in the Avid4 Adventure camp, www.avid4.com, which runs from July 11 to 30. The Leadership Course at the Womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Wilderness Institute, www.womenswilderness.org, runs from July 31 to Aug. 11 for nine to 11 girls, with an additional day on Aug. 12 reserved for a special leadership project.

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Specialized camps cater to unique interests By Laurel Toney

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Kids participate in the 2010 summer camp workshop at Longmont Theater Co. (Courtesy Chris Parr)

For kids with dramatic flair or an interest in the performing arts, the Longmont Theater Co. offers teen and elementary programs in the summer from June 13 through July 16, and parents are treated to final performances that showcase the campers’ hard work.

During the program, campers explore different facets of theater, such as theatre technology, set construction, make up and costume design. The elementary program introduces kids to the world of community theater and also involves crafts, games and learning social skills, while the teen program instills teamwork, responsibility and creativity. “We encourage them to think outside the

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Traditional camps filled with crafts, horseback riding and hiking are a great way to spend a summer, but a onesize-fits-most camp might not be the best option for your unique child with individual interests and talents. Luckily, there are day and overnight camps that celebrate and enhance specific passions and pastimes. Camps such as intensive wilderness programs for kids who love scientific exploration and musical programs for teens who want to release their inner rock star ensure that kids find ways to pursue their interests during the summer months.

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At Colorado State University and at the University of Denver, kids and teens can attend week-long technology-based camps focused on different areas of interest. iD Tech hosts camps at 60 universities nation-wide where campers ages 7 to 17 can learn skills such as video game programming, smart phone app development, film making and 3D modeling and animation. With classes that range from beginning to advanced, this camp is a perfect outlet for a kid with an avid interest in technology, gaming or film. iD Tech offers both overnight and day camp options and guarantees small class sizes with fun, vivacious instructors who give your child one-on-one instruction. “We’re taking a hobby, like video gaming,

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Reasons your child needs camp

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There’s no doubt that summer camp is fun. Kids get to sing songs, play fun games, swim in lakes and tell spooky stories around a campfire. This is the image of camp that has been captured and memorialized in films, books and television programs for the past 50 years. But there’s more to camp than just a good time. In addition to fun, parents should be aware of these five reasons their child needs camp. 1. Camp forever changes your child for the better. American Camp Association research has confirmed that camps build skills necessary to prepare campers to assume roles as successful adults. Campers said that camp helped them make new friends (96 percent), get to know kids who are different from them (93 percent), feel good about themselves (92 percent), and try things they were afraid to do at first (74 percent). 2. Camp teaches your child to “move it, move it.” Camp provides children the opportunity to try new things and participate in human-powered activities. According to surveys by both the Kaiser Family Foundation and the Center for Disease Control and Prevention, an American child is six times more likely to play a videogame on any given day than to ride a bike. An estimated 22 million of the world’s children under the age of five are already considered obese. According to research conducted by ACA, 63 percent of children who learn new activities at camp tend to continue engaging in these activities after they return home. This leads to physical exercise habits that last a lifetime.

3. Camp keeps kids’ hard work from going to waste. Camps understand the critical role they play in helping young people learn and grow. Many offer programs that help reduce summer learning loss, bolster academic enrichment and socialization, provide opportunities for leadership development and ensure that campers achieve their full potential. 4. Camp allows kids to take a deep breath and feel the nature. Camp is a great way for your child to unplug from the iPod and plug into the world around them. According to a study by two Cornell University environmental psychologists, being close to nature can help boost a child’s attention span. Additionally, a study conducted by the University of Essex in England concluded that nature can help people recover from pre-existing stresses or problems, has an immunizing effect that can protect from future stresses and helps people to concentrate and think more clearly. In some instances, camp may be the only time a child is in contact with the natural world. 5. Camp is fun. It’s true; kids do sing songs and play fun games at camp. Children are allowed to play in a safe and nurturing environment, and are allowed to just be kids. Play is a powerful form of learning that contributes mightily to the child’s healthy physical, emotional, social and intellectual development. According to an American Academy of Pediatrics report, creative free-play protects a child’s emotional development and reduces a child’s risk of stress, anxiety and depression.

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Be prepared to deal with homesickness American Camp Association

your childâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s adjustment. â&#x20AC;˘ Do discuss what camp will be like before your child leaves. Consider role-playing anticipated situations, such as using a flashlight to find the bathroom. â&#x20AC;˘ Do reach an agreement ahead of time on calling each other. If your childâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s camp has a no-phone-calls policy, honor it. â&#x20AC;˘ Do send a note or care package ahead of time to arrive the first day of camp. Acknowledge, in a positive way, that you will miss your child. For example, you can say, â&#x20AC;&#x153;I am going to miss you, but I know that you will have a good time at camp.â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;˘ Do pack a personal item from home, such as a stuffed animal. â&#x20AC;˘ Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t bribe. Linking a successful stay at camp to a material object sends the wrong message. The reward should be your childâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s new found confidence and independence. â&#x20AC;˘ Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t plan an exit strategy. If a â&#x20AC;&#x153;rescue callâ&#x20AC;? comes from the child, offer calm reassurance and put the time frame into perspective. â&#x20AC;˘ Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t feel guilty about encouraging your child to stay at camp. For many children, camp is a first step toward independence and plays an important role in their growth and development.

For millions of children, youth and adults, summer camp is right around the corner. Camp is a unique environment that promotes growth and independence. For many families in todayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s plugged-in society, camp is the first real separation they experience â&#x20AC;&#x201C; and many parents may be worried about homesickness â&#x20AC;&#x201C; both for their happy camper and for themselves. Research indicates that homesickness is normal. It is common for campers and parents to feel a tinge of homesickness at some point during the camp session. So how can parents help? The American Camp Association recommends the following doâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s and donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ts families can use to help deal with homesickness: â&#x20AC;˘ Do encourage independence throughout the year. Practice separations, such as sleepovers at a friendâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s house, can simulate the camp environment. â&#x20AC;˘ Do involve your child in the process of choosing a camp. The more that the child owns the decision, the more comfortable the child will feel being at camp. â&#x20AC;˘ Do understand the campâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s philosophy on how issues, like homesickness, are addressed. Talk candidly with the camp director to understand his/her perspective on

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