SUMMER FUN STARTS HERE 2015 HAVERHILL YMCA PLAISTOW COMMUNITY YMCA CAMP TRICKLIN’ FALLS REGISTER ONLINE: www.northshoreymca.org
WELCOME TO Y CAMP!
We’d like to collectively welcome you to Y Summer Camp 2015! Over the course of this summer we look forward to providing each child with a safe, fun and educational experience that will create memories that will last a lifetime. We pride ourselves on offering a camp for any interest your child may have, and we hope you find the information enclosed in this guide helpful in highlighting our wide variety of options. Please take a moment and read over the key information regarding registration (new and improved for Summer 2015), brief policies and procedures and payment information. As you explore all the exciting programs and activities in this guide, you will find contact information for each of us. Please do not hesitate to give us a call or send us an e-mail if you have any questions; we’re more than happy to help. Can’t wait to see you this summer! Your HAVERHILL AND PLAISTOW COMMUNITY Y Camp Director Team
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Summer fun starts at the Y!
A NEVER ENDING SUMMER EXPERIENCE CAMP INFORMATION FOR PARENTS
Camp Tricklin’ Falls 978.374.0506 140 Haverhill Rd. (Rt. 108) East Kingston, NH 03827 Summer Office: 603.642.9622
Plaistow Community YMCA 603.382.0641 175 Plaistow Road Plaistow, NH 03865
Haverhill YMCA 978.374.0506 81 Winter Street Haverhill, MA 01830 During School Year
CAMPs and DIRECTORS Camp Tricklin’ Falls Kat Moser 978.374.0506 x 1622 moserk@northshoreymca.org
Trips Camp Amy Hanagan 978.374.0506 x 1617 hanagana@northshoreymca.org
Plaistow Community YMCA Camps Adventure Camp Matt Chmielewski 603.382.0641 chmielewskim@northshoreymca.org
Sports Camp Clint Clay 978.374.0506 x 1618 clayc@northshoreymca.org
Gymnastics Camp Judy Dugar 978.374.0506 x 1605 dugarj@northshoreymca.org
Camp Registrar Billing & Registration 978.374.0506 x 2605 havcamper@northshoreymca.org
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 our Annual Campaign donors and United Way contributions. Contact your local Y or visit www.northshoreymca.org for a confidential financial assistance application or to make a contribution. Applications must be submitted at least two weeks prior to signing up for the camp session to allow for processing.
Registration CHECK LIST
Once you have reserved the weeks that your camper will be coming to camp you still have a few things to do; 1. Parent Packet—found online at www.northshoreymca.org 2. Automatic Payment; enroll in Flex Pay through Active Net, an easy way to manage your camper’s camp fees. 3. Immunizations and physical forms to Camp Director or Registrar 4. Transportation form and payment. For all camps located at CTF you will need to sign up for a bus and pay the associated amount, new this year.
GENERAL INFORMATION Deposit: $25 per session Time: 9:00am – 4:00pm
Extended Day: Choose from any combination 7:00-9:00am & 4:00-6:00pm Detailed camp information can be found in the parent handbook and online at www.northshoreymca.org.
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Welcome to Y Summer Camp 2015! Over the course of this summer we look forward to providing each child with a safe, fun and educational experience that will create memories that will last a lifetime. We pride ourselves on offering a camp for any interest your child may have, and we hope you find the information enclosed in this guide helpful in highlighting our wide variety of options. Please take a moment and read over key information regarding registration (new and improved for Summer 2015), brief policies and procedure and payment information. Camp Director team
For camp details including dates, times, fees and special options, visit www.northshoreymca.org/camp.
A NEVER ENDING SUMMER EXPERIENCE CAMP INFORMATION FOR PARENTS
TRANSPORTATION SCHEDULE
Session Dates Session 00
June 15 – June 19
Session 01
June 22 – June 26
Session 02
June 29 - July 3
Session 03
July 6 - July 10
Session 04
July 13 - July 17
Session 05
July 20 - July 24
Session 06
July 27 - July 31
Session 07
August 3 - August 7
Session 08
August 10 - August 14
Session 09
August 17 - August 21
Session 10
August 24 - August 28
Session 11
August 31 - September 4
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Haverhill
YMCA
7:45am/5:35pm
Haverhill
YMCA
8:25am/4:40pm
Merrimac
Sweetsir Elementary, 140 Church St.
8:35am/4:25pm
Haverhill
Trinity EMS Stadium
8:00am/5:15pm
W. Newbury
Page School, RT.113
8:15am/5:00pm
Salisbury/ Newburyport
Port Plaza, RT. 113 at McDonalds
8:30am/4:40pm
Amesbury
Amesbury Elementary School, RT. 107A
8:45am/4:20pm
Haverhill
Walnut Sq., RT. 125
8:00am/5:00pm
Bradford
Academy Lanes, RT.125
8:15am/4:40pm
Haverhill HS, RT. 97
8:25am/4:30pm
YMCA
8:00am/5:15pm
Haverhill
Tilton Parking Lot
8:15am/4:45pm
Haverhill
Market Basket Westgate Plaza
8:20am/4:30pm
Haverhill
YMCA
7:50am/5:35pm
Plaistow/ Atkinson
Shaw’s Supermarket Parking Lot
8:15am/5:00pm
Haverhill
Haverhill 5
Plaistow *6
Plaistow Community YMCA 8:30am/4:45pm *(This bus travels from Haverhill Y to Plaistow Y)
Newton
Newton Elementary School
8:40am/4:30pm
Plaistow/ Newton
RT.108 Northland Variety Plaza
8:50am/4:15pm
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Camp Tricklin’ Falls
Ages: Entering Grades 1-5th, co-ed (grouped by grade) With 14 acres of land, adventures at CTF are endless! CTF provides campers with new opportunities while honoring traditions and experiencing new things while gaining confidence and friendships. Weekly activities include rock climbing, archery, swimming, boating, arts and nature, sports, nature hikes, ga-ga dodgeball, and so much more! Grades 1st–5th. One week sessions. Session Length: One Week Weekly Fee: Members $175 Community $195 Transportation Fee: $50/weekly Director: Kat Moser, 978-374-0506 x1622 or moserk@northshoreymca.org
Weekly Themes:
Week 00: June 15-19 *Sports Pride Week – Wear your colors proudly! Football, baseball, basketball, hockey and your choice sport will be represented this week with themed days and activities. Week 01: June 22-26 *Game Show - Activities this week will be centered around Jeopardy, Legend of the Hidden Temple, Price is Right, Minute to Win it and Family Feud, are you ready for the challenge? Week 02: June 29-July 3 *Circus - Come one, come all to CTF for a week full of silly circus shenanigans, balloons, and happy clowns! Don’t forget about our Circus themed family night on Wednesday, July 1st! Week 03: July 6-July 10 *Disney/Pixar - Whether you are a fan of Finding Nemo, Cars, Frozen, or How to Train Your Dragon this will be a fun filled week full of movie based activities and skits. Activities this week may include a Nemo scavenger hunt, hunt for Elsa, Dragon taming and so much more! Week 04: July 13—July 17 *Holiday - Back by popular demand! We will celebrate Halloween, Valentine’s Day, St. Patrick’s Day, Cinco de Mayo and of course everyone's birthday all in one week. Costumes and holiday themed dress is more than encouraged for this week. The wackier the better! Week 05: July 20—July 24 *Olympic - Another week back by popular demand. Cabins will come up with their own tribe name, theme song or chant and will have friendly competitions with other tribes. This week will end with an Olympic ceremony and a camp wide game!
ACA ACCREDITED
YMCA Camp Tricklin’ Falls is accredited by the American Camp Association. ACA sets the highest standard requirements for camping.
Camp Tricklin’ Falls Open Houses
*Saturday, April 18th 11:00am-1:00pm *Sunday, May 17th 11:00am-1:00pm *Saturday, June 6th 11:00am-1:00pm Check out what is new and exciting this summer at Camp Tricklin’ Falls! Meet our great staff and take a tour of camp. Come to an open house and receive no registration fee when you register the same day. For more information contact Kat Moser at moserk@northshoreymca.org.
Week 06: July 27– July 31 *Fear Factor – Be ready to face all sorts of fears this week including pushing your limits on the climbing tower, low ropes course and even the water. This week will end with inter camp Fear Factor Challenge. Week 07: August 3–August 7 *Amazing Race - This week will be all about “traveling” to 5 different countries and accomplishing tasks as a team but watch out for road blocks! Week 08: August 10—August 14 *Time Travel - Come experience life like we think it would have been like in the Wild West, Medieval/renaissance period, Egyptian period, revolutionary era and even dream about what it will be like in the future! The sky is the limit this week and will include experiences like no other. Week 09: August 17—August 21 *Mystery - This week will be full of mystery and wonder. Scavenger hunts, camp wide game of Clue and riddles will be present this week. Be ready to help solve a camp wide mystery throughout the week. Week 10: August 24– August 28 *Superhero - A CTF tradition. Wonderwoman, Superman, Hulk….all are invited this week! Campers and counselors will be faced with challenges that will put your superpowers to the test. Feel free to dress as your favorite superhero all week! Week 11: August 31—September 4 * Water Wars - Back by popular demand! Campers and counselors will have fun this week watching their back to make sure they are able to stay in the all camp water wars game. Activities this week will be centered around water whether it be from a sponge, water bottle, balloon or the pond. Sure to be a great way to end summer camp 2015.
Camp Tricklin’ Falls Little Pine Cones
Ages: Entering Pre-K and Kindergarten, co-ed This is the perfect camp for campers going into Pre-K and Kindergarten. LPC counselors have specialized experience to work with this age group. Weekly activities include; swimming, boating, archery, rock climbing, arts and nature, sports, reaching, nature hikes, songs and various activities that will help prepare them for school. LPC follows traditional camp theme weeks and participates in weekly all camp games. This camp has a counselor to camper ratio of 1:5. Session Length: One Week (You pick the days) 3 Day Option Members $132 Community $150 4 Day Option Members $156 Community $180 5 Day Option Members $170 Community $200 Transportation Fee: $50/weekly Director: Kat Moser, moserk@northshoreymca.org
Camp IRBC (I’d Rather Be Camping)
Ages: Entering 6-9 Grades, co-ed Camp Tricklin’ Falls traditional camp with a twist! Spend the week doing the weeks favorite activities while working with your group to create a week’s experience that you will never forget. The cabin group will work with the counselors to design the activities to fit the needs and wants of the group members. Maybe go for a day long camping trip, trip to the ocean, hiking trip or maybe bring something new to the table. The sky is the limit for this camp that allows older campers to enjoy their camping experience too! Session: One week sessions offered weeks 00-11. Members $175 Community $190 Transportation Fee: $50/weekly
See the “Leadership” section on the YMCA Day Camps insert for more information concerning all Leadership
LEADERSHIP For campers that are looking for a little more out of their summer. These are great experiences that will help your camper gain self confidence, learn leaderships skills and gain the knowledge that they will need to know in order to be a better citizen, positive role model and work towards the opportunity to become a Haverhill Camp counselor. Leadership campers may choose to attend CTF, Gymnastics or Trips Camp.
Leader-In-Training
Session Length: One Week Session; offered Sessions 01-10 only LIT’s will spend half of their day enjoying traditional camp activities while the other part of the day will be spent learning how to be a leader in their school, community and camp. This is a one week session for campers entering grades 6th-8th. Members $190 Community $210 Transportation Fee: $50/weekly
Counselor-In-Training Jr.
Session Length: 4 Week Sessions 01 June 22-July 17th 02 July 27th-August 21st Campers 9-11th grade are invited to be part of this program that will enhance what they have learned in LIT while still being able to enjoy being a camper. This program will touch on CPR/ AED, leadership, being a positive role model, planning programs for campers and how to have a positive impact in their community. CIT’s who excel during their session will be offered the opportunity to volunteer during the following week after session conclusion. Members $275 Community $285 Transportation Fee: $50/weekly
Counselor-In-Training Sr.
Session Length: 4 Week Sessions 01 June 22-July 17th 02 July 27th-August 21st Campers 10-11th grade. New this year, teens that have successfully completed a session of CIT will have the opportunity to take part in this program. This program will dive deeper into programming, supervision, leading others and camp traditions. Participants will be chosen based on an interview
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process, along with review of past CIT evaluations. This program is limited to 8 participants. Members $275 Community $285 Transportation Fee: $50/weekly
Trips Camp
Ages: Entering Grades 1-6, Co-ed Join us in Trips Camp this summer for awesome adventures. Each week your child will enjoy weekly themes, two field trips, visits to the library, swimming, gymnastics, group initiatives, camp songs and more! Our camp staff are trained to provide your child with a safe and fun summer. Your child will develop many skills, as well as memories to last a lifetime! Sessions Offered: 01-10 Session Options: 2, 3, 4, and 5 Day Options Location: Haverhill YMCA Time: 9:00am – 4:00pm
Weekly Themes: 01 02 03 04 05 06 07 08 09 10
June 22-June 26 Super Hero June 29-July 3 Stars & Stripes July 6-July 10 Community Helpers July 13-July 17 Mad Science July 20-July 24 Sports July 27-July 31 Artful Antics August 3-August 7 Gold Rush August 10-August14 Mighty Jungle August 17-August 21 Knights, Princesses & Wizards August 24-August 28 Celebration of Nations
2 Days: Member: 3 Days: Member: 4 Days: Member: 5 Days: Member:
$100 $135 $160 $175
Community: $108 Community: $147 Community: $176 Community: $195
$50 Transportation Fee Per Week for field trips. Program Director: Amy Hanagan, 978-374-0506 x 1617, hanagana@northshoreymca.org See the “Leadership” section on the YMCA Day Camps insert for more information concerning all Leadership camps being offered this summer for children grades 6 and up.
Nanny Camp
Ages: Entering Grades 5-8, co-ed Nanny camp was created to help youth learn the skills necessary to be a great babysitter. In addition to fun traditional camp activities, counselors will provide lessons on child safety, planning fun crafts & games, behavior management techniques, and resume building. All participants will receive Basic First Aid & CPR, Child Abuse Prevention training, and practical experience working with our younger campers. Contact Matt Chmielewski for details at chmielewskim@northshoreymca.org Session Length: Monday – Friday, 9:00am-4:00pm Session Dates: 04 July 13-July 17 Camp Location: Camp Tricklin’ Falls Price: Members $170 Community $210
Camp Curiosity
Ages: 4-5 years old, Co-ed Camp Curiosity is a summer camp option for those children entering Kindergarten or have not yet turned 6 years old. Camp Curiosity counselors have specialized experience in early childhood education. Campers will participate in all of the fun and exciting experiences that the camp has to offer. Daily activities include, arts and crafts, outdoor adventures, songs and story times as well as activities that will ensure their Kindergarten readiness. For more information contact Courtney Allen, Early Education Director at allenc@northshoreymca.org or Julie Grundy Senior Early Education Director at grundyj@northshoreymca.org. 978-478-5022 Session length one week Session Dates: 3 Full Days members $168 Community $178 4 Full Days members $215 Community $225 5 Full Days members $240 Community $260
Camp Tricklin’ Falls Specialty Camps
Ages: Entering Grades 1-8 unless otherwise noted. These camps are designed to focus on a specialized theme while still receiving traditional activities during the week. What a great way to keep summer interesting and creative! Session: One week sessions Full 5 day option only:$195 Members $220 Community Deposit : $25/session Transportation Fee: $50/weekly Location: Camp Tricklin’ Falls Contact: Kat Moser, moserk@northshoreymca.org
Week 03: July 6-July 10 *Harry Potter - Learn spells, master CTF quidditch, battle dementors and defeat he-who-shall-notbe-named. Week 04: July 13-July 17 *Pokeman/Gaming - Bring your cards and characters and be ready to battle. Experience of all levels are welcome to participate this week. Campers will also be able to make their own trading cards and playing pieces! Week 05: July 20-July 24 *Mad Science - During the week campers will be able to dissect further into a nature and science curriculum. Explore the swamp, study fish and participate in science experiments. Week 06: July 27– July 31 *2 options this week!* #1 Fish Camp - Bring a fishing pole, and be ready to fish! Learn about different species of fish, pond ecology and use an underwater camera to see what else is at the bottom of the Powwow River. #2 NH Parks Exploration - Everyday will be a different NH park. Come ready to swim, hike, explore and discover. Week 07: August 3– August 7 * Mad Science Camp— Come and join Nettle Middle School Science Teacher Michelle Joubert for a week full of cool experiments, myths to bust and messes to be made! Campers this week will spend the first half of the day doing mad science curriculum and will then enjoy traditional camp activities after lunch. Every camper will do at least 5 projects per day that are hands on and fun! This camp has a limited enrollment, so don’t delay, register today! Week 08: August 10-August 14 * Exploring Farms and Gardening. This week will be full of outdoor excitement and discovery. We will be traveling to local farms and gardens to help with their crops along with maintaining our gardens at camp. Learn about farm animals, vegetables, berries and flowers this week. Week 09: August 17-August 21 * Jedi Training * Channel your inner Jedi during this week. Accomplish missions, find the wookies and bring you light saber on Friday for fun Jedi tournaments.
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Speciality Weekly Themes:
Week 01: June 22-26 *Fish Camp - Bring a fishing pole, and be ready to fish! Learn about different species of fish, pond ecology and use an underwater camera to see what else is at the bottom of the Powwow River. Week 02: June 29-July 3 *2 options this week* #1 Joes Volleyball Grades 6-10 - Learn from Joe how to be a good sport, be a team player and practice good sportsmanship while learning the basics behind volleyball. #2 Jr. Archeologists 1st-5th grade - Follow clues and help your group find remains and hidden treasures. This camp will scratch the surface of what it is like to be a real archeologist.
Week 10: August 24-August 28 * Myth Busters—This camp will challenge myths that we have been told, have seen or make up during the week. Can you really pull a table cloth out from under a table setting? Why does a balloon fly when you let the air out while blowing it up? The possibilities are endless during this week!
Theatre Arts Camp: Summer Musical Spectacle!
Ages: Entering Grades 1-5, co-ed Sing, dance, and act on stage with new friends this summer! Show off all your hard work with a performance for your friends and family on the last day of camp on our outdoor stage! Our highly trained theatre artists are excited to help you explore your interests in the performing arts, discover unknown skills, and have a ball! Come play with us this summer! Sessions: July 20-24 August 17-21 Hours: 9:00am-4:00pm Extended care available 5 Days: Members $235 Community $275 Deposit: $25/session Transportation Fee: $50/weekly Location: Camp Tricklin’ Falls Contact: Carissa Gerber, (630) 391-1782 or gerberc@northshoreymca.org
Theatre Arts Camp: Beauty and the Beast!
Ages: Entering Grades 2-8, co-ed Traditional day camp with an artistic flare! Take the things you love about summer camp in our fantastic nature setting at Camp Tricklin’ Falls and enjoy an element of creativity. Campers will swim and play games, then rehearse for their production of Beauty and the Beast! This camp gives young stars an opportunity to experience the progression of a full scale show culminating in a final performance to “show off” for friends and family. Our highly trained theatre artists are excited to help you explore your interests in the performing arts, discover unknown skills, and have a ball! Come play with us this summer! Session: August 3-14 Hours: 9:00am-4:00pm 5 Days: Members $420 Community $470 Deposit: $25/session Transportation Fee: $50/weekly Location: Camp Tricklin’ Falls Contact: Carissa Gerber, (630) 391-1782 or gerberc@northshoreymca.org
Pee Wee Sports Camp
Ages: 3-5, co-ed Session Length: Two, three, and five day options available Session Dates: 01 June 22-June 26 02 June 29-July 3 03 July 6-July 10 04 July 13-July 17 05 July 20-July 24 06 July 27-July 31 07 August 3-August 7 08 August 10-August14 09 August 17-August21 10 August 24-August 28 Times: Full Day: 9:00am-4:00pm; Half Day AM: 9:00am12:30pm Camp Location: Plaistow Community YMCA Let your child Jump, Run, and Play at our Pee Wee Sports Camp. Our Pee Wee Sports Camp Counselors will introduce your little one to baseball, basketball, soccer, and floor hockey and other sports activities through fun and age appropriate skills and games. Children will also participate in other traditional camp activities including arts & crafts, play time, story time and more. Register now and let your child discover their love for sports! Contact Matt Chmielewski for details at chmielewskim@northshoreymca.org. Must be potty trained.
Catapult Camp
Ages: Entering Grades1-6, co-ed Session Length: Monday–Friday, 9:00am4:00pm Session Dates: 08 August 10-August14 Camp Location: Plaistow Community YMCA It’s time to get Medieval at our Catapult Camp. Campers will build mini-siege machines, create castles, design their own armor and participate in in fun Medieval Themed activities and events. Archery, gym games, cool crafts, and other traditional camp activities included. Contact Matt Chmielewski for details at chmielewskim@northshoreymca.org. Fee: Members $190 Community $210
Pee Wee Sports Day Options and Fees: 2 Days: Half Day - Member: $68 3 Days: Half Day - Member: $85 5 Days: Half Day - Member: $125 2 Days: Full Day - Member: $118 3 Days: Full Day - Member: $171 5 Days: Full Day - Member: $240
Community: $78 Community: $95 Community: $135 Community: $128 Community: $181 Community: $250
Nerf Camp - Healthy Living through FUN!
Ages: Entering Grades1-6, co-ed Session Length: Monday–Friday, 9:00am4:00pm Session Dates: 03 July 6-July 10 07 August 3-August 7 Camp Location: Plaistow Community YMCA Run, Duck, Dodge, and have a blast at our Plaistow Nerf Adventures Camp. YMCA counselors will lead your child through dozens of amazing and active Nerf blaster activities including castle siege, zombie attack, "Crawl" of Duty, and many more. Register now to get your child off the couch and away from the TV this summer! Equipment included, or bring your own! Contact Matt Chmielewski for details at chmielewskim@northshoreymca.org. Fee: Members $190 Community $210
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Kinder Gymnastics Camps
Ages: 3-6 years, co-ed Session Length: One Week Session Dates: 6/22-6/26; 6/29-7/3; 7/6-7/10; 7/13-7/17; 7/20-7/24; 7/27-7/31; 8/3-8/7; 8/10-8/14; 8/17-8/21; 8/24-8/28 Time: 9:00am-12:00pm or 9:00am-4:00pm The children have the option of attending full or half day camps. 2 Days: Half Day and Full Day 3 Days: Half Day and Full Day 5 Days: Half Day and Full Day
Junior Youth Gymnastics Camps
Ages: Entering 1st grade-4th grade, co-ed Session Length: One Week Session Dates: 6/22-6/26; 6/29-7/3; 7/6-7/10; 7/13-7/17; 7/20-7/24; 7/27-7/31; 8/3-8/7; 8/10-8/14; 8/17-8/21; 8/24-8/28 Jr. Youth Gymnastics Camps run every week. 2 Days: Full Day 3 Days: Full Day 5 Days: Full Day
Senior Youth Gymnastics Camps
Ages: Entering 5th grade-7th grade, co-ed Session Length: One Week Session Dates: 6/22-6/26; 6/29-7/3; 7/6-7/10; 7/13-7/17; 7/20-7/24; 7/27-7/31; 8/3-8/7; 8/10-8/14; 8/17-8/21; 8/24-8/28 Sr. Youth Gymnastics Camps run every week 2 Days: Full Day 3 Days: Full Day 5 Days: Full Day
Cheer Camp
Ages: 5 years & up, co-ed Session Length: One Week Session Dates: 7/20-7/24; 8/3-8/7 For children age 5 and up. If you love to cheer, you’re just the person we’re looking for! At Cheer Camp you’ll learn stunts, cheers, chants, jumps and other fun cheerleading activities! 2 Days: Full Day 3 Days: Full Day 5 Days: Full Day
The Haverhill YMCA offers many kinds of gymnastics camps for girls and boys ages 3 and up. The experienced and highly energetic staff are excited to give your child a summer they won’t forget! Each child’s day will consist of using all the gymnastics equipment. Vaulting, swinging on the bars, learning new skills on the floor exercise and balance beam, and of course jumping and tumbling on the tumble track. Their day will also include lunch and snack times, arts & crafts, games and swimming in our indoor pool. The campers will be evaluated their first day of camp. Our experienced, highly qualified staff works with each group to identify individual strengths and helps gymnasts reach their highest potential. Teamwork and goal setting are emphasized. Game time and open workouts are incorporated daily as well. Campers have the choice of: co-ed Kinder Gymnastics Camps for children ages 3 to 6; co-ed Youth Gymnastics Camp for children ages 6 and up; Cheer Camp for children ages 5 & up or co-ed Gymnastics Leaders Camp for children in 6th grade and up. The camps have a showcase every Friday at 11:30am for the half day campers and at 3:30pm for the full day campers. This is the time for the campers to show off their skills they have been working on so hard during the week! Family and friends are invited to watch. All campers receive a daily camper card to inform you of their day and a weekly report card to show you their skills. Please pack snacks, drinks, lunch, bathing suit, towel and an extra change of clothes labeled with their name. Families have the flexibility to choose between 2, 3 or 5 days of gymnastics per week.
Day options and Fees:
2 Days: Half Day - Member: $68 Community: $80 3 Days: Half Day - Member: $96Community: $105 5 Days: Half Day - Member: $125 Community: $137 2 Days: Full Day - Member: $118 Community: $130 3 Days: Full Day - Member: $171 Community: $191 5 Days: Full Day - Member: $240 Community: $260
See the “Leadership” section on the YMCA Day Camps insert for more information concerning all Leadership camps being offered this summer for children grades 6 and up.
Preschool Ballet Camp
Ages: 3-5 years, co-ed Session Length: One Week Session Dates: 6/29-7/3 Time: 9:00am-12:00pm or 9:00am-4:00pm Twirl on in to a fun introductory dance experience! Children learn the basics of ballet, gain balance and coordination, play lots of fun dance games, and get to show off their skills with a mini recital at 11:30am for Half Day campers and 3:30pm for Full Day campers on Friday! Ballet slippers are encouraged but not required. In place of dance shoes, children should bring clean, indoor sneakers. The full day option will also include lunch time, arts & crafts & swimming. Campers have the flexibility to choose either Full or Half Day options and 2, 3 or 5 days per week. 2 Days: Half Day and Full Day 3 Days: Half Day and Full Day 5 Days: Half Day and Full Day
Jazz Dance Camp
Ages: 6-9 years old co-ed
Session Length: One Week Session Dates: 7/13-7/17 Campers will learn to leap, jump, and turn among many other exciting jazz skills! Move and groove to current musical hits! Campers will also perform at a mini recital at 3:30pm on Friday to showcase their new skills! The dancers day will also include lunch & snack time, arts and crafts & swimming. Campers have the flexibility to choose between 2, 3 or 5 days per week. 2 Days: Full Day 3 Days: Full Day 5 Days: Full Day
Hip Hop Dance Camp
Ages: 7-10 years old, co-ed Session Length: One Week Session Dates: 7/27-7/31, 8/10-8/14
Come learn the most exciting form of dance today! Hip Hop camp will teach you how to do combinations, isolations, and how to move like a mega star! Campers will perform their new choreography skills at a recital on Friday at 3:30pm! The dancers day will also include lunch & snack time, arts and crafts & swimming. On Friday we’ll have a Dance presentation at 3:30pm. Campers have the flexibility to choose between 2, 3 or 5 days per week. 2 Days: Full Day 3 Days: Full Day 5 Days: Full Day
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Adventure Camps
Pee Wee Sports Camp
Adventure Overnight Camp
Pee Wee Sports Day options and Fees:
Ages: Entering Grades1-6, co-ed Session Length: Monday–Friday, 9:00am-4:00pm Session Dates: 01 June 22-June 26 State Park Scavenger Hunt Trip 02 June 29-July 3 High Ropes Course Trip 03 July 6-July 10 Indoor Climbing Trip 04 July 13-July 17 Lazer Craze Trip 05 July 20-July 24 High Ropes Course Trip 06 July 27-July 31 Indoor Climbing Trip 07 August 3-August 7 Lazer Craze Trip 08 August 10-August14 High Ropes Course Trip 09 August 17-August21 Indoor Climbing Trip 10 August 24-August 28 Zoo Field Trip Camp Location: Camp Tricklin’ Falls Adventure campers will participate in awesome activities that help them communicate, build trust, and problem solve as a team. Our YMCA Adventure Camp counselors will lead campers through initiative games, archery, climbing and rappelling on our 50’ tower, low ropes course elements, wilderness skills, canoeing and kayaking trips, hiking, orienteering, off-site field trips, along with traditional day camp activities. Register now and help provide your child the opportunity to improve selfconfidence, discover hidden talents, build character, improve teamwork skills and have tons of FUN! Contact Matt Chmielewski for details at chmielewskim@northshoreymca.org. Fee: Members $190 Community $210
Ages: Entering Grades 4-8, co-ed Session Length: Monday–Friday, 9:00am-4:00pm (plus overnights) Session Dates: 05 July 20-July 24 Camp Location: Camp Tricklin’ Falls In addition to traditional camp activities, your child will hike, boat, swim, and climb their way to a fun summer experience at our Adventure Overnight Camp. Trained YMCA adventure counselors will be guides as your camper participates in daily trips to local outdoor attractions, learns basic outdoor skills, and participates in overnight camping experiences at Camp Tricklin’ Falls and at the Sterling Woods Camp in Beverly. Day trips will include high ropes adventure course, local rock climbing venue, Maudslay State Park, and the two overnights. Limited enrollment - Register now and don't miss the fun. Contact Matt Chmielewski for details at chmielewskim@northshoreymca.org. Fee: Members $300 Community $320
Ages: 3-5, co-ed Session Length: Monday–Friday Session Dates: 01 June 22-June 26 02 June 29-July 3 03 July 6-July 10 04 July 13-July 17 05 July 20-July 24 06 July 27-July 31 07 August 3-August 7 08 August 10-August14 09 August 17-August21 10 August 24-August 28 Times: Full Day: 9:00am-4:00pm Half Day AM: 9:00am-12:30pm Camp Location: Haverhill YMCA Let your child jump, run, and play at our Pee Wee Sports Camp. Our Pee Wee Sports Camp counselors will introduce your little one to baseball, basketball, soccer, floor hockey and other sports activities through fun and age appropriate skills and games. Children will also participate in other traditional camp activities including arts & crafts, play time, story time and more. Register now and let your child discover their love for sports! Contact Clint Clay for details. Must be potty trained. Contact Clint Clay for details at clayc@northshoreymca.org.
2 Days: Half Day - Member $68 3 Days: Half Day - Member $85 5 Days: Half Day - Member $125 2 Days: Full Day - Member $118 3 Days: Full Day - Member $171 5 Days: Full Day - Member $240
Community $78 Community $95 Community $135 Community $128 Community $181 Community $250
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Intro to Archery & Adventure Camp
Ages: Entering Grades1-6, co-ed Session Length: Monday–Friday, 9:00am4:00pm Session Dates: 02 June 29-July 3 06 July 27-July 31 Camp Location: Plaistow Community YMCA Help keep your child's summer fun, and on target with our Intro to Archery & Adventure Camp. Certified YMCA Archery Instructors will lead your camper through the basics of archery and adventure activities. Camp will include daily archery lessons, fun archery games, adventure activities, and traditional camp activities. Archery equipment included. Contact Matt Chmielewski for details at chmielewskim@northshoreymca.org. Fee: Members $190 Community $210
Youth Basketball Camp
Session Length: Monday-Friday Camp Location: Plaistow Community YMCA Session Dates For Ages Groups: 1-2 Grades Session Dates: 01 June 22-June 26 08 August 10-August14 3-4 Grades Session Dates: 02 June 29-July 3 07 August 3-August 7 5-8 Grades Session Dates: 03 July 6-July 10 08 August 10-August14 This is an ideal option for child who loves the game basketball. This camp will help your child stay on top of their basketball game and develop new skill to excel in the game of basketball. YMCA coaches will help lead fun drill, games and fun activities keep your basketball superstar on the move. Fee: Members $120 Community $150
Youth Floor Hockey Camp Ages: Entering Grades1-4 & 5-8, co-ed Session Length: Monday–Friday Session Dates For Age Groups: 1-4 Grades Session Dates: 07 August 3-August 7
Girls Basketball Camp
Session Length: Monday–Friday Session Dates: 07 August 3-August 7 Camp Location: Plaistow Community YMCA The Girl’s basketball camp is a great option for all the girls who love the game of basketball or who are interested in getting involved in the game. Local girls basketball coaches will instruct participants in the fundaments of basketball; dribbling, shooting and passing along with providing the players with a solid understanding of the game. This camp is a great way to get ready for the Haverhill YMCA’s Girls Basketball League this fall as well as develop your skills for your school’s team. Do you want you child to stay for a full day of girls basketball camp? The Plaistow Y offers a extended day option from 12:00-4:00pm for a additional fee Camper will continue their basketball camp with more drills and games. *Fee: Members $120 Community $150 *$60 for extended care.
5-8 Grades Session Dates: 09 August 17-August 21 Camp Location: Plaistow Community YMCA This is an ideal option for child who loves the game floor hockey. This camp will help your child stay on top of their basketball game and develop new skill to excel in the game of basketball. YMCA coaches will help lead fun drill, games and fun activities keep your basketball superstar on the move. Fee: Members $120 Community $150
NEW!!! All Sports Camp
Grades: Entering grades 1-8th Session Length: Monday–Friday Session Dates: 01 June 22-June 26 02 June 29-July 3 03 July 6-July 10 04 July 13-July 17 05 July 20-July 24 06 July 27-July 31 07 August 3-August 7 08 August 10-August14 09 August 17-August21 10 August 24-August 28 Camp Location: Plaistow Community YMCA This sports camp is a great opportunity for children who love sports in general. Our sports camp will not just focus on one sport but a wide variety of sports each week. Campers will be instructed by our qualified YMCA Camp staff on rules and skills of each game daily so that campers are able to be successful and have fun while enjoying different sports throughout the day and week. The benefits of playing sports are that children are active, learning sportsmanship, team work and most of all enjoying and having fun while doing so. Fee: Members $120 Community $150
Girls Volleyball Camp
Grades: Entering grades 5th-8th Session Length: Monday–Friday Session Dates: 04 July 13-July 17 09 August 17-August21 Camp Location: Plaistow Community YMCA The Girl’s volley camp is a great option for all the girls who are interested in learning the game or may love the game of volley ball. YMCA Volley Ball coaches will instruct participants in the fundaments of volley ball; setting, bumping, volleying and spiking along with providing the players with a solid understanding of the game. This camp is a great way to get ready for the fall volley ball season. Fee: Members $120 Community $150
Youth Flag Football Camp
Ages: Entering Grades1-4 Session Length: Monday–Friday Camp Location: Plaistow Community YMCA Session Dates: 06 July 27-July 31 This is an ideal option for child who loves the game Flag football. Camper will be outside having full learning routes and special moves to improve their flag football game. This camp will help your child get ready for the fall flag football games and you will see a improvement in your child skill and game play. YMCA coaches will help lead fun drill, games and fun activities keep your football superstar on the move. Fee: Members $120 Community $150
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OPEN HOUSE Join us for an Open House and check out what’s new and exciting this summer at Camp! Meet our AWESOME staff and take a tour of camp. Come to ANY open house and there will be a $0 registration fee when you register that day. Camp Tricklin’ Falls: Saturday, April 18, 11:00am-1:00pm Sunday, May 17, 11:00am-1:00pm Saturday, June 6, 11:00am-1:00pm Haverhill ymca and plaistowcommunity ymca: Sunday, May 17, 11:00am-1:00pm For more information contact, Kat Moser at moserk@northshoreymca.org.
100% SATISFACTION GURANTEED!
My goal for all Haverhill and Plaistow Community YMCA Camps is for your child to have the best experience possible. I have been involved in YMCA Camping for 27 years, and have seen the impact a quality camp program has on a child, and it’s lasting effects. Please contact me directly if our camp program does not meet or exceed your expectations. We are proud of achieving ACA (American Camping Association) accreditation which is the highest standard in the camping industry. Our goal is to create satisfied “owners” of the Haverhill and Plaistow Community YMCA. - Tracy Fuller, Regional Executive Director