CAY camp guide 2014 by YMCA of the North Shore

FRIENDS, FUN AND SUMMER SUN CAPE ANN YMCA SUMMER PROGRAMS & CAMPS 2014 www.northshoreymca.org

A NEVER ENDING SUMMER EXPERIENCE Camp Information for Parents YMCA Camp Spindrift 978-281-CAMP (2267) 57 Atlantic Street Gloucester, MA 01930

YMCA Camp Windward 978-283-0470 x 1704 71 Middle Street Gloucester, MA 01930

Cape Ann YMCA 978-283-0470 71 Middle Street Gloucester, MA 01930

Session Dates Session 01

June 23 – June 27

Session 02

June 30 – July 4*

Session 03

July 7 - July 11

Session 04

July 14 - July 18

Session 05

July 21 - July 25

Session 06

July 28 - August 1

Session 07

August 4 - August 8

Session 08

August 11 - August 15

Session 09

August 18 - August 22

Session 10

August 25 - August 29

* There will be no camp on July 4 during Session 2.

FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE

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 “Y For All” annual donors and United Way contributions. Contact your local Y or visit our website at www.northshoreymca.org for a confidential financial assistance application or to make a contribution. Applications should be submitted at least two weeks prior to the start of the camp session to allow for processing.

Registration

The YMCA of the North Shore makes registering and paying for camp easy and convenient. Parents can register in person at the front desk or online and can choose from one of the three following payment methods: • Pay in full at the time of registration. • Use our convenient E-pay system and we’ll automatically draft either a credit/debit card or checking account 7 days prior to the start of your camp session. Never worry about remembering to pay! Secure your spot with a $25 deposit which can be credited for other camps or programs up until 7 days prior to the start of the camp session. • Pay a $25 non-refundable deposit at time of registration and then pay the balance at least 7 days prior to the start of camp. An emergency phone number and email contact are required at time of registration.

CANCELLATION & REFUND POLICY

Prior to the start of camp, registration cancellations will receive a refund minus the $25 deposit fee. Exceptions made only if accompanied by a doctor’s note. Families on E-pay may make changes up to 7 days prior to the start of camp without penalty. Once a camp session has commenced, to receive a refund, cancellation requests must be accompanied with a doctor’s note. Refunds will be granted for the days remaining in the session only.

Camp Change Policy

All camp changes must be done in writing and submitted to the camp registrar. • Families on E-Pay will receive free changes as needed throughout the camp season. • Families not on E-Pay receive one free change and will be charged a fee of $15 per change per camper after that.

Spindrift Day Camp Programs Established in 1963, YMCA Camp Spindrift is a 48-acre camp facility off of Atlantic Street in West Gloucester, located less than one mile from Wingaersheek Beach. With two picnic pavilions, sand-pit volleyball, a performance stage, full-court basketball, jumbo sun deck, 4 poolside waterslides, archery range, ball field, arts cabin, full aquatic complex and numerous cabins and nature trails, this “jewel of the North Shore” offers the perfect setting for a summer of fun and a lifetime of memories.

SPINDRIFT BASIC INFO (Applied Once Per Summer Per Camper): Registration Fee: $25/members $75/community* (*Community rate includes 3 month YMCA membership) Location: 57 Atlantic Street, Gloucester Extended Day Option: Morning and afternoon available

SPINDRIFT EXTENDED DAY OPTION

For your convenience, you have the option of dropping your camper off at Spindrift as early as 7:30am and/or picking them up by 5:30pm. “Early Bird” and “Late Bird” activities will be conducted by members of our staff. Fee: $30/week (includes AM & PM)

SPINDRIFT TRANSPORTATION OPTION

We offer bus transportation through the Gloucester Public School Transportation Department. With routes throughout Gloucester & Rockport, leave the driving to us! Camp staff serve as Bus Monitors to help insure camper safety. Fee: $30/ week (includes AM & PM)

SPINDRIFT FRESH-LUNCH OPTION

We have, once-again, partnered with the fine folks at ANNIE’S VARIETY to make fresh, high-quality lunches available daily to campers. Choices will vary and may be ordered weekly or “by the day”. Lunch includes deli sandwich, chips, handheld fruit, dessert snack and beverage. Fee: $6 (sm) or $8 (lg) daily

Ages: 4 – 13 years Session length: One Week, Monday – Friday Sessions Offered: All Time: Full-Day, 9:00am – 4:00pm Junior Program, co-ed Small Fry ages 4 & 5 years of age Sioux age 6 years of age Navajo ages 7 years of age Senior Program for Boys Blackfoot ages 8 & 9 years of age Comanche ages 10 & 11 years of age Apache ages 12 & 13 years of age Senior Program for Girls Iroquois ages 8 & 9 years of age Cherokee ages 10 & 11 years of age Seminole ages 12 & 13 years of age YMCA Camp Spindrift provides quality traditional day camping experiences that aim to help children grow in spirit, mind and body. All programs are designed to teach the positive values of caring, honesty, respect & responsibility. Each Camp Unit has a section of Spindrift to call their own. Camper groups participate though out the day in regularly scheduled activities, as well as interacting frequently 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. 3-Day Week Fee: $165 4-Day Week Fee: $180 5-Day Week Fee: $195

Deposit: $25/session Deposit: $25/session Deposit: $25/session

Spindrift L.I.T. (Leader In Training) Camp

Ages: 14-16 years, co-ed Session length: One week, Monday-Friday Sessions Offered: 00-09 Time: Full Day, 9:00am-4:00pm This program is a fine opportunity for our older campers to continue the great summer fun. LITs will not only together participate in a variety of fun and educational activities, develop specific camp projects, but will be skillfully guided as they assist with-in younger camper groups. One Week Fee: $140 Deposit: $25/session

“It has given my child a greater sense of self-confidence as well as the opportunity to make new friends he wouldn’t normally have.”

YMCA CAMP SPINDRIFT A NOTE FROM THE DIRECTOR Rick Doucette Executive Director, Teen & Camp Services YMCA Rick Doucette, a native of Gloucester, has literally grown up at the Y and at Camp Spindrift. Entering his 31st year as part of the Spindrift Staff team, Rick has been a part of the camp experience for literally thousands and thousands of children. Whether leading a camp song, flipping pancakes over the grill after a sleepover or performing his famous official-endof-the-summer one annual cartwheel – Rick’s infectious enthusiasm, zest for the camp life and keen sense of humor has set a lasting tone.

100% SATISFACTION GUARANTEE

We want you to be completely satisfied. My staff and I strive to provide the best quality summer camp experience you and your family desire. Please contact me directly if your experience does not meet or exceed your expectations.

Since 1963, YMCA Camp Spindrift has been a magical part of the summer for literally thousands and thousands of local children; and before that, at the Y’s Camp LN Earl, also in West Gloucester. Summer camp can be so much more than a few weeks of fun while school is out; it’s the opportunity to try new activities, learn skills and develop lifelong friendships and cherished memories. Thank you for your interest in our Y Camp Spindrift. We strive daily to ensure Spindrift is recognized as one of the finest camps you will find anywhere. The Spindrift Family is tight knit and to our philosophy. It is this strong dedication among campers, alumni and staff that produces a strong return rate year after year. I hope you and your family will choose Camp Spindrift this year and share in “A Summer of Fun – A Lifetime of Memories”. Camp Spindrift programs foster cooperation rather than competition as a means of growth. At Camp Spindrift we place a very strong emphasis on creating a setting where all children feel safe exploring new ideas and learning about their world. Making new friendships and renewing the old is an integral component of our collective success…it’s what keep all of us coming back year after year. I thank you for considering YMCA Camp Spindrift and fully appreciate the trust you have that we will provide a safe and fun experience for your child; that is our first and foremost goal. We strive for excellence daily to provide our campers and families with the best care possible. I hope you’ll choose us to provide the Spindrift Experience for your family this summer. Health & prosperity, Rick Doucette

We are super-excited to announce that KESTREL EDUCATIONAL ADVENTURES will be with us all summer long at Y Camp Spindrift! With two professional Naturalists on-site with us for two days each and every week, we very much look forward to this dynamic expansion of our Spindrift Curriculum as we learn more about the rich natural surroundings at Spindrift! Based out of Gloucester, Massachusetts, Kestrel Educational Adventures is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization serving primarily communities within Eastern Essex County. Originally founded as an all-volunteer nature program for Gloucester school groups, Kestrel has grown dramatically in our reach, services, and partnerships over the last 12 years. We have built partnerships with every public elementary school on Cape Ann and Beverly, along with some middle schools and private schools throughout the North Shore.

We aim to improve science education by helping schools link their curriculum to the natural world around them. Kestrel works directly with our partner schools to customize our programs to each individual class. Our staff spends extensive time meeting with school administrators and classroom teachers to develop custom plans that fit the culture and academics of the schools, as well as local land reservations. www.kestreleducation.org

CAMP SPINDRIFT WEEKLY THEMES Session 01: June 23- June 27

Session 06: July 28 – August 1

Session 02: June 30 – July 4*

Session 07: August 4-August 8

Super Hero Week Super Hero fun! Counselors and campers participate together in a fun Super Hero pageant, play together for prizes, celebrate the existing Super Heroes and help create new ones!

Weird Science! & Gloucester Horribles Parade From microbes to robotics and from plants to planets, we’ll be exploring the world around us and together learn through our shared experiences. You’ll have the option to join our float for an appearance in the parade! (*No camp Friday July 4)

Session 03: July 7– July 11

Trip to CANOBIE LAKE PARK & Wild Wild West! Turkish Twist or Teacups – your call! (Trip on Thursday). Howdy Pardner! Mosey on over for a spell, ya-hear? We’ll be ropin’ cattle, square-dancing and keepin’ on the lookout for Stinky Pete, the grumpiest hombre’ to ever step foot in the Okee Dokee Corral. Campfire cooking, s’mores and stories!

Session 04: July 14– July 18

Carnival / Circus & Medieval Days and Family Night Fun, food, prizes, inflatable moon bounce, giant inflatable obstacle course, dunk tank, games galore and more fun than you can shake a stick at! Back again this year, our world-famous GIANT ICE SLIDE! THURSAY FAMILY NIGHT

Session 05: July 21– July 25

Olympics Week, Watermelon Fest & Family Overnight A traditional Spindrift favorite…Let the games begin!…What “country” will take the gold this year?... and the option for your family to “rough it” in the deep woods & wilderness of West Gloucester. FRIDAY FAMILY OVERNIGHT (optional).

Trip to WATER COUNTRY & Water World Aqua Fun for all! (Trip on Thursday). We’ll transform to “Splashdown Splashtown” this week with all the water- and-mud-fun anyone can handle.

Harry Potter Week & Camper Overnights Love the world of Harry Potter? Who doesn’t?! We’ll be crushing it this week with all sorts of Hogwarts Hoopla! Quidditch, Spells (like our traditional “No Bones” and “Cheese Touch”) and costumes! Also, we’ll be having our camper overnights! WED/THU/ OR FRI CAMPER OVERNIGHTS

Session 08: August 11– August 15

Pirate Week & Family Night & Spindrift Idol Arrrgghhh Matey! A full-week of treasures! Groups will make-up their own sea-chantys, follow the map for hidden treasure, learn the lore, develop pirate-skills and more – the week ends with our traditional Pirate Ship Regatta! We’ll have our Spindrift Idol talent show on Thursday with a handful of the “Top Acts” invited to perform at our Family Night that evening! THU FAMILY NIGHT.

Session 09: August 18– August 22

Trip to CANOBIE LAKE PARK and Tales, Fables & Myths! A trip so good – we’re taking it twice this year! Turkish Twist or Teacups – your call! (Trip on Thursday). We’ll fill out the week with tall tales, local legends & lore, a little cryptozoology and a perhaps even a visit from Bigfoot himself!

Session 10: August 25– August 29

Color Games / Goldfish Swim / S’morefest High energy fun and frivolity, our annual goldfish swim contest, all-camp soccer, S’More experimentation, Rick’s Annual Cartwheel and more!

SAVE THE DATE!

Sunday, June 15 It’s our traditional Father’s Day Celebration/Open House

YMCA CAMP SPINDRIFT ADVENTURE Spindrift Adventure-Fun 101

Spindrift Adventure-Wilderness Warrior

Spindrift Adventure-Chills and Thrills

Spindrift Adventure-Adrenaline Rush

Ages: 8-15 years, co-ed Session length: One week, Monday-Friday Session Offered: 03 Time: Full Day, 9:00am- 4:00pm Max Enrollment: 18 Campers Ready for adventure that is pure fun? Join us at Sky-Zone where you’ll bounce off the walls in a room full of trampolines and even play trampoline dodgeball! Boost your confidence at the Metro Rock Climbing Gym in Newburyport the Beverly Y Challenge and High Ropes Course! We’ll also go to Amesbury Sports Park; where you’ll get a chance to summer-tube down the slopes and go “zorbing” in an OGO ball (check it out on YouTube!). As if that’s not enough, we’ll also join the rest of Spindrift at Canobie Lake Park. One Week Fee: $295 Ages: 8-15 years, co-ed Session length: One week, Monday-Friday Session Offered: 04 & 08 Time: Full Day 9:00am-4:00pm, plus extended rafting day Max Enrollment: 18 Campers We’ve jam-packed a week of water fun and adventure challenges. Whitewater Raft 10 miles of the Deerfield River on Class I-III rapids, excellent for first-time rafters or returning rafters. Have the time of your life Stand Up Paddle-boarding with Cape Ann SUP, Sea Kayaking the ocean, and practicing archery. Climb at the Metro Rock Climbing Gym in Newburyport and challenge yourself at the Beverly Y’s Challenge Course and High Ropes Course. One Week Fee: $295

Spindrift Adventure-Sky High

Ages: 8-15 years, co-ed Session length: One week, Monday-Friday Session Offered: 05 Time: Full Day, 9:00am-4:00pm Max Enrollment: 18 Campers Here’s your chance to try Trapeze at the New York Trapeze School in Boston - swing through the air, hang off the bar from your knees, fly to the hands of a catcher and flip to dismount. Also challenge yourself at the Beverly Y’s Challenge Course and High Ropes Course. Climb to new heights while rock climbing at the Metro Rock Climbing Gym in Newburyport and ascending the 55’ high Vertical Playground at Camp Tricklin’ Falls in New Hampshire. You will also get a chance to push yourself at group trust games, practice your archery skills and see breath taking views of Boston after a hike of the Blue Hills. One Week Fee: $295

Nikki Klink-Adventure Camp Director Nikki has been the Director of the Y Rockport Teen Center since 2008. She graduated Gordon with a degree in Psychology and has spent many, many years as a Camp Counselor and outdoors enthusiast. Nikki LOVES Camp and can’t wait for the fourth year of Adventure Camp!

Ages: 8-15 years, co-ed Session length: One week, Monday-Friday Session Offered: 06 Time: Full Day, 9:00am- 4:00pm, plus extended day for hike and overnight Max Enrollment: 18 Campers Do you have what it takes for this week-long wilderness challenge? Hike one of New Hampshire’s beautiful White Mountains and stay overnight at an AMC Lodge. Rock climb at the Metro Rock Climbing Gym in Newburyport. Challenge yourself on the Challenge Course and High Ropes Course at the Beverly Y. Sharpen your archery skills at the Spindrift Archery Course. We’ll also join the rest of Spindrift on a special trip to Water Country! One Week Fee: $295 Ages: 8-15 years, co-ed Session length: One week, Monday-Friday Session Offered: 07 Time: Full Day 9:00am-4:00pm, plus an extended day for zip line tour Max Enrollment: 18 Campers Can’t get enough of heart-pumping, adrenaline racing adventure? Take the Treetop Canopy Zip Line Tour with Alpine Adventures. Zip on 6 separate ziplines ranging from 150 - 1,000 feet long and traverse 3 suspension bridges, including a 60’ high, 75’ long burma bridge spanning “Barron Gorge” and the new suspended Log Bridge. You’ll also push your limits rock climbing at the Metro Rock Climbing Gym in Newburyport, canoeing the Ipswich River, practicing Archery, playing group trust games, balancing on the Beverly Y’s Challenge Course and High Ropes Course and ascending the 55’ high vertical playground at YMCA Camp Tricklin’ Falls in New Hampshire. Participants must be at least 70lbs to go on the zip line tour. One Week Fee: $295

ymca caMP WINDWARD Camp Windward

Camp Windward is a great way for kids to spend their summer enjoying all the Y has to offer! Kids will spend the day tumbling in gymnastics, running in the gym, swimming in our pool and creating fun crafts! In addition to our traditional day camp programs, we offer a number of specialty camp options from Fencing to Stand Up Paddle Boarding. Your child can take part in any of these half-day programs. To help make our camp programs convenient for your family, we’re offering Camp Windward Complete Day. If your child is taking one of our half-day specialty camps) add Camp Windward Complete Day to round out the entire day. We’ll transport your child to and from their specialty camp at no charge! Our schedule is flexible to meet the needs of working families.

Camp Windward Junior

Ages: 3-6 years, co-ed Sessions Offered: 01-10 Session Length: One week, Monday-Friday Location: Cape Ann YMCA Half-Day: 9:00am – 12:00pm Full-Day: 9:00am – 4:00pm Camp Windward Junior is a great way to introduce your child to their first camp experience. Campers will experience all the Y has to offer including gymnastics, gym, swim and crafts! Our weekly themes are woven throughout the activities at Camp Windward. Flexible schedule with 2, 3 and 4 days per week available. Half-Day Fee: $125 Full-Day Fee: $185 Extended Day (7:00am – 6:00pm): $215 (includes full day fee) Deposit: $25/session Contact: Brian Flynn, School Age Director, at 978-283-0470 x 1704 or flynnb@northshoreymca.org

Camp Windward Senior

Ages: 7-12 years, co-ed Sessions Offered: 01-10 Session Length: One week, Monday-Friday Location: Cape Ann YMCA Full-Day: 9:00am – 4:00pm This camp will keep kids active throughout the summer! With days filled with fun activities, gym games and gymnastics! Kids will get to enjoy all the Y has to offer each day. Full-Day Fee: $185 Extended Day (7:00am – 6:00pm): $215 (includes full day fee) Deposit: $25/session Contact: Brian Flynn, School Age Director, at 978-283-0470 x 1704 or flynnb@northshoreymca.org

SESSION

DATES

01 02 03 04 05 06 07 08 09 10

6/23-27 6/30-7/4 7/7-11 7/14-18 7/21-25 7/28-8/1 8/4-8 8/11-15 8/18-22 8/25-29

CAMP WINDWARD THEME WEEKS A Bug’s Life Party in the USA Dinosaur Week Camp Windward’s Got Talent Pirate Week Fun & Fitness Under the Sea Fairy Tales Carnival Week Go Green Arts Week

Brian Flynn-Senior Program Director Brian is our Senior Program Director at the Cape Ann Y, he leads Camp Windward as well as our Summer Recreation camps. Brian has been with the Y of the North Shore for the last twelve years in a variety of roles. Brian is a graduate of Salem State College with a degree in Social Work. Brian has a passion for developing high quality youth programs and is excited for this summer!

Camp Windward Mini Sports Mania

Ages: 4-6 years, co-ed Sessions: 03, 05, 07 Location: Cape Ann YMCA Time: 9:00am-12:00pm This camp is for kids ages 4-6 to give them a chance to be active over the summer, learn new sports and play some fun games in the gym! Kids will also swim in the morning. Half-Day Fee: $125

Camp Windward Mini Chefs

Ages: 4-6 years Sessions: 06, 08 Time: 9:00am-12:00pm Location: Cape Ann YMCA In this interactive kids will create delicious dishes, learn the basics of cooking including measuring and mixing, this Camp will be instructor lead and they will handle anything hot; kids will help with prep and of course sample their creations! Half-Day Fee: $125

SUMMER RECREATION Gloucester Summer Rec Programs

“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.

Junior High Girls Basketball Camp

Ages: Entering Grades 6-8, Girls Only Sessions Offered: 01 Session Length: One week, Monday-Friday Location: Cape Ann YMCA Time: 9:00am – 12:00pm Led by Coach Joe Billante, these girls will have a great basketball camp! Each camper will work on individual skills as well as team components. Add CAMP WINDWARD COMPLETE DAY and let your child play at camp until 4:00pm (Extended Day until 6:00pm). We’ll transport your child to join Camp Windward Junior or Senior, where they will swim, play sports, do arts and have a blast! Half-Day Fee: $150 Camp Windward Complete Day (12:00pm – 4:00pm): $40 Afternoon Extended Day (4:00pm – 6:00pm): $25 Deposit: $25/session

Senior High Girls Basketball

Ages: Entering Grades 9-12, Girls Only Sessions Offered: 03 Session Length: One week, Monday-Friday Location: Cape Ann YMCA Time: 9:00am – 12:00pm Led by Coach Joe Billante, our players will strengthen and develop all aspects of their game. Joe bring with him more than 40 years’ experience and is widely-recognized as one of the premiere basketball leaders in the region. Daily work will focus on skills and game play. Half-Day Fee: $150 Deposit: $25/session

Basketball Camp - Boys

Ages: 06-10 Sessions: 07,08 Time: 9:00am-12:00pm Location: Cape Ann YMCA Step your game up! Our Boys Basketball Camp will challenge players of all levels; campers will engage in skill development drills and have some fun too! With daily contests and fun scrimmages campers will surely develop their skills! Half-Day Fee: $150 Deposit: $25/session

Lacrosse Camp

Session: 06,09 Time: 9:00am-12:00pm Location: Cape Ann YMCA Our Lacrosse Camp is instructed by John Pynchon; Coach Pynchon has experience coaching at all levels of lacrosse, kids will develop their skills in cradling, passing and shooting. Half-Day Fee: $150 Deposit: $25/session Camp Windward Complete Day (12:00pm – 4:00pm): $40 Afternoon Extended Day (4:00pm – 6:00pm): $25

Tennis

Jason Moore Soccer Academy

Ages: 8-12 years, co-ed Sessions Offered: 04 Location: Stage Fort Park Time: 9:00am-12:00pm The YMCA is Partnering up with Former MLS soccer Player Jason Moore to offer a top notch soccer camp. Jason played professionally for 5 years for teams such as New England Revolution and DC United. Campers will be coached in the fundamentals of ball handling and pushed to bring their game to the next level. Emphasis will be placed on individual skill development and core techniques through drills, small group participation and games. Campers will receive a soccer ball, camp tee shirt and maybe even an autograph! Fee: $200 Deposit: $25/session

Gymnastics Camp

Session: 06,08 Time: 9:00am-12:00pm Location: Cape Ann YMCA This fun and engaging gymnastics camp is for kids who are starting out in gymnastics, Children will work on basic gymnastics positions such as tuck, pike, straddle, squat and lunge. They will also work on skills such as handstands, cartwheels, round-offs, forward rolls and backward rolls. The children learn how to work well with others and improve their fine and gross motor skills, such as hand-eye coordination and readiness while learning gymnastics. Half-Day Fee: $125 Deposit: $25/session

Ages: 5 years & up, co-ed Sessions Offered: 03-09 Session Length: One week, Monday-Friday Location: Municipal Tennis Court at Gloucester High School Ages 6-9 years Time: 9:30am – 10:30am Ages 10 years & up Time: 10:30am – 11:30am Certified by the USTA and Junior Team Tennis, this top-notch program will introduce the game of tennis to beginners and reinforce strong skill-development for returning players. Through a series of games and fun activities, your child will make new friends and learn the basics of tennis in this fun and recreational setting. Program T-shirts included. Kids must be registered a week prior to their lesson. Each lesson must have a minimum of 3 kids to run. Fee: $55/week 8 Week Fee: $350 Deposit: $25/session

3MB Fencing Class

Ages: 7-12 years, co-ed Sessions Offered: 03-10 Session Length: Tuesdays for 8 weeks Location: Stage Fort Park Tennis Court Time: 4:00pm – 5:00pm Now in its 6th year, this popular program is great fun. Jack Mullarkey of 3MB FENCING CLUB brings more than 45 years of fencing and coaching experience. All equipment provided. Please wear sneakers and gloves and bring water and snacks. Fee: $100 Deposit: No deposit Contact: Brian Flynn, School Age Director, at 978-283-0470 x 1704 or flynnb@northshoreymca.org

Windward H20

Ages: 10 years & up, co-ed Sessions Offered: 05 Location: Drop Off: Cape Ann YMCA; Pick Up: Harbor Loop Time: 9:00am – 4:00pm Introducing a camp for the ocean enthusiast! This camp will have it all! Mornings will travel around Cape Ann and activities will include; swimming, kayaking, paddle boarding, snorkeling and will include elements of safety and water rescue. After lunch campers will head to Harbor Loop for 3 hours of Sailing in beautiful Gloucester Harbor. Campers will need; a PFD/lifejacket, Snorkel, Mask and fins, lunch & snacks, plenty of sunscreen, two bathing suits & towel. Campers must be able to pass the YMCA swim test prior to camp. Camp will feature a whale watch field trip! Fee: $300 Deposit: $25/session Contact: Katy Coffey, Aquatics Director, at 978-283-0470 x 1714 or coffeyk@northshoreymca.org

Camp Windward Paddle Board Adventure

Ages: 10 and up, co-ed Sessions Offered: 01, 04, 08 Session Length: One week, Monday-Friday Location: Pavilion Beach, Gloucester Time: 9:00am – 12:00pm Are you ready to “Take A Stand”? Join us this summer as we partner with Cape Ann SUP. The SUP Lifeguard Certified Instructors have taught people of all ages and abilities this wonderful sport. In just a few minutes they will have you up and paddling and enjoying the coast of Cape Ann in a brand new way. Camp will meet at Pavilion Beach, but take adventures all around Cape Ann. Registration includes Life preserver and Paddling equipment. Wetsuit Rentals available for additional cost. Must pass YMCA swim test. Fee: $200 Optional Wetsuit Rental: $25 per week Camp Windward Complete Day (12:00pm – 4:00pm): $40 Afternoon Extended Day (4:00pm – 6:00pm): $25 Deposit: $25/session Contact: Katy Coffey, Aquatics Director, at 978-283-0470 x 1714 or coffeyk@northshoreymca.org

Camp Swim Test

Fee: YMCA Campers: FREE Community: $5 Some Camps will require a swim test. Swim tests are available at the Cape Ann YMCA. There will be scheduled open times to take tests, or can be scheduled for an appointment through the Aquatics Office. Swim Test includes: Jumping into deep end of pool, Swimming 25 yards, showing the ability to swim underwater and strength to pull yourself out of the pool without the assistance of a ladder or steps. Swim test not required for those in the Cape Ann YMCA Green Monster Club. For camps outside of the YMCA that require addition yardage- please make an appointment with the aquatics office. Open times (no appointment needed- check in with the lifeguard) Sundays: 2:00pm-3:00pm Mondays: 8:00am-9:00am Fridays: 5:00pm-7:00pm Saturdays: 3:00pm-4:00pm

Katy Coffey-Aquatics Director Katy Coffey has been working for the YMCA of the North Shore Since 2007. Currently she is the Cape Ann YMCA Aquatics Director. Before her time with the Y she worked 9 years in the camping industry. Katy holds a degree in Elementary Education from Gordon College. She feels that at Camp, Children and Adults alike, all get to be children at heart!

Youth Sailing

Ages: 7 years & up, co-ed Sessions Offered: 01-09 Session Length: One week, Monday-Friday Location: Harbor Loop, Gloucester Morning Half-Day: 8:00am – 11:30am Generations of sailors have gotten their start and honed their skills in this educational and recreational program. Your child can safely explore our beautiful waterways in this fully certified and licensed camp program. Life Jackets provided. Program sails from Harbormaster’s Office at Harbor Loop. Must be able to pass YMCA swim test. Half-Day Fee: $160 Contact: Katy Coffey, Aquatics Director, at 978-283-0470 x 1714 or coffeyk@northshoreymca.org

Teen Sailing

Ages: Grades 6 & up, co-ed Sessions Offered: 01-09 Session Length: One week, Monday-Friday Location: Harbor Loop, Gloucester Time: 12:30pm-4:00pm Our Recreation Sailing camp has been a hit for years! Now it’s time to take the lessons we learned and kick it up a notch. Campers will not only go over the basics of sailing, but also be introduced to racing, aquatic safety & rescue. Campers must be able to pass the YMCA swim test. Open to all levels of sailing. Life Jackets provided. Fee: $160 Deposit: $25/session Contact: Katy Coffey, Aquatics Director, at 978-283-0470 x 1714 or coffeyk@northshoreymca.org

Adult Sailing

Ages: 16 years & up, co-ed Sessions Offered: 02-05 and 06-09 Session Length: Four weeks, Monday/Tuesday/Thursday Location: Harbor Loop, Gloucester Time: 5:30pm – 7:30pm Treat yourself for a series of great evenings on the water of beautiful Gloucester harbor. Our certified and experienced instructors will teach and guide you. All levels of experience welcome. Life Jackets provided. Program sails from Harbormaster’s Office at Harbor Loop. 4 lessons per session. Mondays: Beginners Tuesdays: Intermediate Thursdays: Intermediate 1 Night per Week Fee: $80 Deposit: $25/session Contact: Katy Coffey, Aquatics Director, at 978-283-0470 x 1714 or coffeyk@northshoreymca.org

Family Sailing

Ages: 5 years & up with parent, co-ed Sessions Offered: 02-05 and 06-09 Session Length: Four weeks, Wednesday Location: Harbor Loop, Gloucester Time: 5:30pm – 7:30pm You asked and we heard. Wednesday nights are now available for Family sailing. We welcome a family of all ages to come and enjoy our beautiful harbor has for sailors. We ask that all members of the family are proficient swimmers. Fee: $160 (2 Family Members) Additional Family Member: $50 per person Deposit: $25/session Contact: Katy Coffey, Aquatics Director, at 978-283-0470 x 1714 or coffeyk@northshoreymca.org

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SESSION #

6/23-6/27

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6/30 - 7/3*

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7/7 - 7/11

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YES

7/14 - 7/18

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YES

7/21 - 7/25

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7/28 - 8/1

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8/4 - 8/8

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8/11 - 8/15

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8/18 - 8/22

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8/25 - 8/29

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YES

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CAMP DEPOSIT

Our Y Summer Camps meet and exceed all summer camp regulations as required by the Massachusetts Department of Public Health.

Registration Fee

$25 Member, $75 Community

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NEW THIS YEAR! PARENT CHECK LIST

Completed Camper Reservation Form with deposit

For your convenience, online registration forms are now available for the 2014 camp season. Simply find your camp at www.northshoreymca. org to start the seemless process.

Complete Registration Packet with Medical Forms Parent handbook received Camp Balance Choose one: - Balance due 2 weeks prior to camp - E-Pay form completed and on file

Cape Ann YMCA 71 Middle Street Gloucester, MA 01930

Non Profit Org. US Postage PAID YMCA of the North Shore

YMCAs of the North Shore: Greater Beverly YMCA • Cape Ann YMCA • Haverhill YMCA Ipswich Family YMCA • Lynch/van Otterloo YMCA Plaistow Community YMCA • Salem YMCA

SUMMER LEARNING LOSS In Haverhill, where almost 15% of children live below the poverty line, our YMCA launched the Summer Learning pilot program in 2013 to keep children academically engaged all summer long. Free of charge to incoming third graders, the program is taught by certified teachers. In addition to grade-appropriate curricula, the Y provides opportunities to play and be active in our facilities as well as a free snack and lunch. Learning in a fun, hands-on enrichment program moves these kids forward in learning and decreases the ever-growing gap between low-and middle-income children.