WHY PARENTS LOVE OUR CAMPS! “Camp Spindrift Staff are excellent role models for my child and the do a great job of having all the children in the different groups get along. These young people have seemingly endless energy and patience!” “He went to camp half of the summer and he is on the bigger size for a kid he came home sweating happy and by the end of the summer lost 7 pounds... He loved telling everyone what he learned and did even if they didn't ask.. He was upset when the weeks came that he wasn't at camp he told me next year he wants to go every week . Thank you for all that your camp and your staff did for my son”
“The mixed group at Camp Windward of kids including special needs has further developed his patience and compassion. Over the course of the summer, his ability to focus on the task at hand has improved, his communication with adults, and his overall comfort in a variety of situations.” “I could not have been happier with our Camp Windward experience. Your staff is excellent! We will definitely be back next year.”
“I feel as if this camp offers such a great opportunity for my sons, to be able to do things I can't do with them on a normal every day basis. They allow them to try different things such as Archery, or go on hikes, stuff I have no access to. We are all very grateful.”
www.northshoreymca.org
CAPE ANN YMCA
SUMMER CAMPS AND PROGRAMS
SUMMER OF ADVENTURE A LIFETIME OF MEMORIES
WELCOME TO Y CAMP! For many generations, YMCA Camp Spindrift and the Cape Ann Y has been a magical part of summer for thousands of local children. It’s a place where kids try new activities, learn skills and develop cherished memories that last a lifetime. We’re a tight knit family of staff, alumni and campers dedicated to bringing out the best in each child. We work hard to create a setting where all children feel safe exploring the world around them. Making new friendships and renewing the old is what keeps all of us coming back year after year! Please take a moment and read over information regarding registration brief policies and procedures and payment information. Detailed camp descriptions and fees can be found on our website, but please do not hesitate to give us a call or send us an e-mail if you have any questions—we’re here to help! Thank you for considering Cape Ann YMCA Camp for your child. We can’t wait to see you this summer!
Rick Doucette & Brian Flynn, Camp Spindrift and Cape Ann Y Camp Director Team We are super-excited that, once again, KESTREL EDUCATIONAL ADVENTURES will be with us all summer long at Y Camp Spindrift!
Our experienced and trained staff are dedicated to helping your child achieve great things in a safe and fun environment this summer. Counselors undergo extensive training in our policies and procedures which always puts the health and safety of your child first. Every staff member participates in local trainings which cover topics like behavior management, child abuse prevention, basic child psychology, First Aid and CPR. In addition, all staff attend YMCA training events led by nationally respected camp staff training facilitators. In depth background and criminal history checks are performed on ALL YMCA staff. Y summer camps are for everyone – regardless of income. The Y provides financial assistance for families who are unable to pay the full camp fee. Subsidies are available thanks to the generous support of YMCA Annual Campaign donors. Contact your local Y or visit our website at www.northshoreymca.org for a confidential financial assistance application or to make a donation. Applications should be submitted at least two weeks prior to the start of the camp session to allow for processing.
WE ARE TACKLING SUMMER LEARNING LOSS
During the summer children experience “summer learning loss” when they are not involved in high quality programs with opportunities for skill building. As a result, children can forget up to 2 months of academic instruction, particularly in the areas of reading and math when they are not in school. Camps provide the opportunity to reduce summer learning loss in an expanded learning environment where children are engaged and have an opportunity for enrichment. At the Y we are committed to helping prevent summer learning loss. All of our camps have activities that focus on reading comprehension, progressive skill building and problem-solving. Research has shown that kids who are involved in camps over the summer are more prepared for the next school year.
Camper Ages: Junior Program, co-ed (Ages 4-7) Senior Program for Boys (Ages 8-13) Senior Program for Girls (Ages 8-13) YMCA Camp Spindrift provides quality traditional day camping experiences help children grow in spirit, mind and body. All programs are designed to teach the positive values of caring, honesty, respect and responsibility. Each Camp Unit has a section of Spindrift to call their own. Camper groups participate throughout the day in regularly scheduled activities and regularly interact with other camp groups. The quality of your child’s experience is our top priority. Generations of campers have grown up through the varied and enriching programs of Camp Spindrift. Your child will cherish lifelong memories of swimming, kayaking, archery, games, sports, campfires, crafts, themed weeks and more. Our staff are carefully chosen and trained to provide your child with a safe, fun and rewarding summer. All camp trips and events are included in the camp tuition. Location: Camp Spindrift, 57 Atlantic Street, Gloucester, MA Session Length: One week Sessions: 01-11 Fee: Y Family Members: $200 Youth Members: $215 Community: $230
SPINDRIFT LEADER IN TRAINING (L.I.T.)
Camper Ages: 14-15 This program is a great opportunity for our older campers to continue summer fun while gaining valuable skills and confidence along the way. LITs participate together in a variety of fun and educational activities, develop specific camp projects and assist with the younger camper groups under the skillful guidance of our counselors. For your convenience, extended day, transportation options and a fresh lunch option are available. Location: Camp Spindrift, 57 Atlantic Street, Gloucester, MA Session Length: One week Sessions: 01-11 Fee: Y Family Members: $150 Youth Members: $165 Community: $180
SPINDRIFT ADVENTURE
OUR AWESOME YMCA CAMP STAFF IS HERE FOR YOU!
FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE
SPINDRIFT DAY CAMP
SESSION DATES SESSION 01: June 20-June 24 SESSION 02: June 27-July1 SESSION 03: July 4-July 8 SESSION 04: July 11-July 15 SESSION 05: July 18-July 22 SESSION 06: July 25-July 29 SESSION 07: August 1-August 5 SESSION 08: August 8-August 12 SESSION 09: August 15-August 19 SESSION 10: August 22-August 26 SESSION 11: August 29-September 2 Summer camp balances are due 7 days prior to the start of the session. Families on e-pay will be drafted at that time.
Camper Ages: 8-15 Get ready for action-packed days at Spindrift Adventure Camps! From whitewater rafting and hiking to trapeze school and zip lines, our camps offer something for all thrill-seekers! Adventure camps challenge campers to improve peer-leadership skills, self-reliance, confidence and teamwork. Campers tackle our awesome challenges each day and participate in numerous team building activities that help build self-esteem and develop communication and leadership skills. Get in on the fun! Spindrift Adventure Camps: Fun 101, Chills and Thrills, Sky High, Wilderness Warrior, Adrenaline Rush Location: Camp Spindrift, 57 Atlantic Street, Gloucester, MA Session Length: One week Sessions: 04-09 Find out more: contact Chelsea Hale for details at halec@northshoreymca.org.
CAMP WINDWARD
Camper Ages: Junior Program, co-ed (Ages 3-6) Senior Program for Boys (Ages 7-12) Senior Program for Girls (Ages 7-12) Camp Windward is a great way for kids to spend their summer enjoying all the Y has to offer! Children who participate in Camp Windward will spend the day touring the City of Gloucester and learning about it’s history. The kids will also have the opportunity to use the gymnastics center, the gym, and our pool. Kids will also spend part of the day creating fun crafts that go along with our weekly themes! Science projects will be a new addition to our Camp this summer. We will have projects such as solar ovens, trips to the Gloucester Maritime Museum, and more fun activities on a daily basis. Our goal for this summer is to be outside in our beautiful city as much as possible as well as incorporating curriculum with art and science projects! Camp Windward is the perfect blend of indoor and outdoor activities! Location: Cape Ann YMCA Session Length: One week Sessions: 02-11 Fee: Y Family Members: $200 Youth Members: $215 Community: $230 Find out more: contact Sarah Casey for details at caseys@northshoreymca.org.
CAPE ANN YMCA SUMMER LEARNING
Camper Grades: 2-3 The Cape Ann Y offers a 6 week Summer Learning program for kids in second and third grade. This targeted program focuses on building literacy skills in children who would normally slide back during the summer. Our program balances fun and learning, kids spend the morning in a classroom setting for 2.5 hours and then spend the rest of the day swimming, exploring the community and making lasting friendships! This program is fully funded from the North Shore United Way and other private donors which provides this program at no cost to families! For more information or to qualify please contact: Brian Flynn, Associate Executive Director flynnb@northshoreymca.org or 978-559-3004 Location: Temple Ahvat Achim Sessions: 03-08
SUMMER RECREATION
Gloucester Summer Recreation Programs are “Working Together for a Stronger Community”. We are excited to once again be working collaboratively with the City of Gloucester to offer a wide-array of Summer Recreational programs and events for our community. Included in the Summer Recreation programs is our popular Summer Sailing programs and camps. We have revamped our Sailing curriculum to align with USA Sailing, so young sailors will learn the basics of being safe on the water. In addition we offer basketball camps, gymnastics camps, art based programs and many more! Please note most specialty camps are half days. Summer Recreation Programs: Basketball Camp (Ages 5+ years, co-ed) Junior NBA Skills Camp (Ages 6-8 years & 9-12 years, co-ed) Theater Arts Camp: Summer Musical Spectacle (Grades 1-5, co-ed) Sailing Camp (Ages 7-16 years, co-ed) Mountain Biking Camp (Ages 9-13 years, co-ed) Find out more: contact Brian Flynn for details at flynnb@northshoreymca.org.
For full descriptions of our programs, please visit our camp page at www.northshoreymca.org.
WELCOME TO Y CAMP! For many generations, YMCA Camp Spindrift and the Cape Ann Y has been a magical part of summer for thousands of local children. It’s a place where kids try new activities, learn skills and develop cherished memories that last a lifetime. We’re a tight knit family of staff, alumni and campers dedicated to bringing out the best in each child. We work hard to create a setting where all children feel safe exploring the world around them. Making new friendships and renewing the old is what keeps all of us coming back year after year! Please take a moment and read over information regarding registration brief policies and procedures and payment information. Detailed camp descriptions and fees can be found on our website, but please do not hesitate to give us a call or send us an e-mail if you have any questions—we’re here to help! Thank you for considering Cape Ann YMCA Camp for your child. We can’t wait to see you this summer!
Rick Doucette & Brian Flynn, Camp Spindrift and Cape Ann Y Camp Director Team We are super-excited that, once again, KESTREL EDUCATIONAL ADVENTURES will be with us all summer long at Y Camp Spindrift!
Our experienced and trained staff are dedicated to helping your child achieve great things in a safe and fun environment this summer. Counselors undergo extensive training in our policies and procedures which always puts the health and safety of your child first. Every staff member participates in local trainings which cover topics like behavior management, child abuse prevention, basic child psychology, First Aid and CPR. In addition, all staff attend YMCA training events led by nationally respected camp staff training facilitators. In depth background and criminal history checks are performed on ALL YMCA staff. Y summer camps are for everyone – regardless of income. The Y provides financial assistance for families who are unable to pay the full camp fee. Subsidies are available thanks to the generous support of YMCA Annual Campaign donors. Contact your local Y or visit our website at www.northshoreymca.org for a confidential financial assistance application or to make a donation. Applications should be submitted at least two weeks prior to the start of the camp session to allow for processing.
WE ARE TACKLING SUMMER LEARNING LOSS
During the summer children experience “summer learning loss” when they are not involved in high quality programs with opportunities for skill building. As a result, children can forget up to 2 months of academic instruction, particularly in the areas of reading and math when they are not in school. Camps provide the opportunity to reduce summer learning loss in an expanded learning environment where children are engaged and have an opportunity for enrichment. At the Y we are committed to helping prevent summer learning loss. All of our camps have activities that focus on reading comprehension, progressive skill building and problem-solving. Research has shown that kids who are involved in camps over the summer are more prepared for the next school year.
Camper Ages: Junior Program, co-ed (Ages 4-7) Senior Program for Boys (Ages 8-13) Senior Program for Girls (Ages 8-13) YMCA Camp Spindrift provides quality traditional day camping experiences help children grow in spirit, mind and body. All programs are designed to teach the positive values of caring, honesty, respect and responsibility. Each Camp Unit has a section of Spindrift to call their own. Camper groups participate throughout the day in regularly scheduled activities and regularly interact with other camp groups. The quality of your child’s experience is our top priority. Generations of campers have grown up through the varied and enriching programs of Camp Spindrift. Your child will cherish lifelong memories of swimming, kayaking, archery, games, sports, campfires, crafts, themed weeks and more. Our staff are carefully chosen and trained to provide your child with a safe, fun and rewarding summer. All camp trips and events are included in the camp tuition. Location: Camp Spindrift, 57 Atlantic Street, Gloucester, MA Session Length: One week Sessions: 01-11 Fee: Y Family Members: $200 Youth Members: $215 Community: $230
SPINDRIFT LEADER IN TRAINING (L.I.T.)
Camper Ages: 14-15 This program is a great opportunity for our older campers to continue summer fun while gaining valuable skills and confidence along the way. LITs participate together in a variety of fun and educational activities, develop specific camp projects and assist with the younger camper groups under the skillful guidance of our counselors. For your convenience, extended day, transportation options and a fresh lunch option are available. Location: Camp Spindrift, 57 Atlantic Street, Gloucester, MA Session Length: One week Sessions: 01-11 Fee: Y Family Members: $150 Youth Members: $165 Community: $180
SPINDRIFT ADVENTURE
OUR AWESOME YMCA CAMP STAFF IS HERE FOR YOU!
FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE
SPINDRIFT DAY CAMP
SESSION DATES SESSION 01: June 20-June 24 SESSION 02: June 27-July1 SESSION 03: July 4-July 8 SESSION 04: July 11-July 15 SESSION 05: July 18-July 22 SESSION 06: July 25-July 29 SESSION 07: August 1-August 5 SESSION 08: August 8-August 12 SESSION 09: August 15-August 19 SESSION 10: August 22-August 26 SESSION 11: August 29-September 2 Summer camp balances are due 7 days prior to the start of the session. Families on e-pay will be drafted at that time.
Camper Ages: 8-15 Get ready for action-packed days at Spindrift Adventure Camps! From whitewater rafting and hiking to trapeze school and zip lines, our camps offer something for all thrill-seekers! Adventure camps challenge campers to improve peer-leadership skills, self-reliance, confidence and teamwork. Campers tackle our awesome challenges each day and participate in numerous team building activities that help build self-esteem and develop communication and leadership skills. Get in on the fun! Spindrift Adventure Camps: Fun 101, Chills and Thrills, Sky High, Wilderness Warrior, Adrenaline Rush Location: Camp Spindrift, 57 Atlantic Street, Gloucester, MA Session Length: One week Sessions: 04-09 Find out more: contact Chelsea Hale for details at halec@northshoreymca.org.
CAMP WINDWARD
Camper Ages: Junior Program, co-ed (Ages 3-6) Senior Program for Boys (Ages 7-12) Senior Program for Girls (Ages 7-12) Camp Windward is a great way for kids to spend their summer enjoying all the Y has to offer! Children who participate in Camp Windward will spend the day touring the City of Gloucester and learning about it’s history. The kids will also have the opportunity to use the gymnastics center, the gym, and our pool. Kids will also spend part of the day creating fun crafts that go along with our weekly themes! Science projects will be a new addition to our Camp this summer. We will have projects such as solar ovens, trips to the Gloucester Maritime Museum, and more fun activities on a daily basis. Our goal for this summer is to be outside in our beautiful city as much as possible as well as incorporating curriculum with art and science projects! Camp Windward is the perfect blend of indoor and outdoor activities! Location: Cape Ann YMCA Session Length: One week Sessions: 02-11 Fee: Y Family Members: $200 Youth Members: $215 Community: $230 Find out more: contact Sarah Casey for details at caseys@northshoreymca.org.
CAPE ANN YMCA SUMMER LEARNING
Camper Grades: 2-3 The Cape Ann Y offers a 6 week Summer Learning program for kids in second and third grade. This targeted program focuses on building literacy skills in children who would normally slide back during the summer. Our program balances fun and learning, kids spend the morning in a classroom setting for 2.5 hours and then spend the rest of the day swimming, exploring the community and making lasting friendships! This program is fully funded from the North Shore United Way and other private donors which provides this program at no cost to families! For more information or to qualify please contact: Brian Flynn, Associate Executive Director flynnb@northshoreymca.org or 978-559-3004 Location: Temple Ahvat Achim Sessions: 03-08
SUMMER RECREATION
Gloucester Summer Recreation Programs are “Working Together for a Stronger Community”. We are excited to once again be working collaboratively with the City of Gloucester to offer a wide-array of Summer Recreational programs and events for our community. Included in the Summer Recreation programs is our popular Summer Sailing programs and camps. We have revamped our Sailing curriculum to align with USA Sailing, so young sailors will learn the basics of being safe on the water. In addition we offer basketball camps, gymnastics camps, art based programs and many more! Please note most specialty camps are half days. Summer Recreation Programs: Basketball Camp (Ages 5+ years, co-ed) Junior NBA Skills Camp (Ages 6-8 years & 9-12 years, co-ed) Theater Arts Camp: Summer Musical Spectacle (Grades 1-5, co-ed) Sailing Camp (Ages 7-16 years, co-ed) Mountain Biking Camp (Ages 9-13 years, co-ed) Find out more: contact Brian Flynn for details at flynnb@northshoreymca.org.
For full descriptions of our programs, please visit our camp page at www.northshoreymca.org.
WHY PARENTS LOVE OUR CAMPS! “Camp Spindrift Staff are excellent role models for my child and the do a great job of having all the children in the different groups get along. These young people have seemingly endless energy and patience!” “He went to camp half of the summer and he is on the bigger size for a kid he came home sweating happy and by the end of the summer lost 7 pounds... He loved telling everyone what he learned and did even if they didn't ask.. He was upset when the weeks came that he wasn't at camp he told me next year he wants to go every week . Thank you for all that your camp and your staff did for my son”
“The mixed group at Camp Windward of kids including special needs has further developed his patience and compassion. Over the course of the summer, his ability to focus on the task at hand has improved, his communication with adults, and his overall comfort in a variety of situations.” “I could not have been happier with our Camp Windward experience. Your staff is excellent! We will definitely be back next year.”
“I feel as if this camp offers such a great opportunity for my sons, to be able to do things I can't do with them on a normal every day basis. They allow them to try different things such as Archery, or go on hikes, stuff I have no access to. We are all very grateful.”
www.northshoreymca.org
CAPE ANN YMCA
SUMMER CAMPS AND PROGRAMS
SUMMER OF ADVENTURE A LIFETIME OF MEMORIES