What Should I Bring to Camp Each Day? Your child should bring the following: • Backpack for belongings • Water bottle • Hat • Sunscreen • Closed toe shoes
Our Summer Day Camp Staff
Our staff go through extensive training for this position before camp starts. Each staff member will be chosen based on their experience, their passion to help children develop into young adults and strong leaders, and their commitment to the mission of the YMCA. Safety is our top priority here at the YMCA and all of our staff will be trained with CPR Level C and First Aid.
YMCA Summer Day Camp Community YMCA July 3 - August 24, 2018
• Bathing suit and towel • Healthy lunch and snacks (nut-free please) • Suitable clothing for weather conditions (raincoat, sweater, etc.) Lunch and snacks may be had at different locations each day. Please make sure their belongings all fit into one bag.
A Typical Day at Camp 7:30-8:45am
Drop off & free play
8:45-9:15am Morning Circle & Group Game 9:15-9:30 am
Snack and Sunscreen
9:30-12:00pm Outdoor Events and Excursions
Registration
• There is a first come, first serve basis for registering your child, so don’t delay! • A full payment plan is required upon registration, along with a $30 deposit for each additional week your child is signed up. • Payment in full for all July camps must be received on or before Thursday, June 28th. • Payment in full for all August camps must be received on or before Thursday, July 26th. • Register by calling 902-422-9622; Mail in registrations to YMCA Day Camps, 2269 Gottingen Street, Halifax, NS, B3K 3B7. In person at the Community YMCA, 2269 Gottingen Street, Halifax.
12:00-12:45pm Lunch 12:45-2:45pm Outdoor Adventure or Swimming 2:45-3:00pm
Snack and Water Break
3:00-4:30pm
Game Time!
4:30-5:30pm
Free Time & Pickups
Refund Policy
• Cancellations received 14 days prior to each registration week will be fully refunded excluding a $25 administration fee Cancellations requested after this time will not be refunded. • Cancellations due to medical reasons will be fully refunded when accompanied with a doctor’s note. • No refunds will be issued to children asked to leave camp due to behavioural issues.
YMCA Mission Statement
The YMCA is a charity dedicated to the growth of all persons in spirit, mind and body and to their sense of responsibility to each other and the global community.
s t r a t S n u F Summer Here!
Welcome to the YMCA's Summer Day Camps We provide a fun, yet challenging program for children between the ages of five and 12. Our goal is to intrigue and inspire the minds of every child who participates. We hope your child leaves the YMCA's Summer Day Camp with the knowledge, skills and attitudes to achieve excellence in their everyday life. Give your child that opportunity and sign them up for the YMCA Summer Day Camp program today!
Camp Fees/Important Dates & Times $60/week for 5 day weeks (Prices include tax) 2018 YPHD Summer Camp runs Monday to Friday from July 3 - August 24. (Excluding holiday week)
Age Groups
PARKLAND EXPLORERS
SPLASH-TACTIC
TREASURE SEEKERS
July 3-6
August 13-17
August 20-24
We're off to explore the best parks in the city! Whether you like climbing, swinging, or splashing best, there'll be something for everyone!
Get ready to get wet! We are off on an aquatic adventure to all of the best splash pads around. Here’s your chance to get outside, get wet and enjoy the summer sun. Don’t forget your towels.
We're heading off on an adventure to find hidden treasure! You'll need to be able to hike, climb, and dig your way through this week of fun.
GET OUT & GET ACTIVE July 9-13 Why stay in when we can go outside?!? We’ll explore Halifax as we run, skate, and hop our way around town.
WET & WILD July 16-20 The dog days of summer have arrived so we're staying cool. Make sure you come to camp with a towel and get ready to get wet! Look out for water balloons, swimming, splash pads, and a lot more!
MOVIN' & GROOVIN' July 23-27
Campers are grouped together with children of a similar age in order to ensure the best possible atmosphere for growth and development.
Get ready to get movin' as we kick off the summer in style. We'll race, swim, play and more as we set the rhythm for fun!
Camp Location
July 30-August 3
• I will make honesty the basis of all interactions and relationships.
Are you ready for gold at the Olympic Games? Join the YMCA in celebrating the spirit of the games with relay races, outdoor events, and athletic challenges. Represent your team in capturing the gold in events like running, diving, frisbee, and more.
• I will care for and have respect for myself, those around me and the environment.
Community YMCA 2269 Gottingen Street Halifax, NS
OLYMPIC MANIA
All campers agree with the following:
ULTIMATE SURVIVOR August 7-10 Here’ s your chance to be part of a tribe and work towards the ultimate prize… immunity! In teams you will test your mental and physical abilities while participating in a variety of wacky and fun challenges!
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Camper Code of Conduct
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• I will accept all campers and staff members and promote inclusion and equal opportunity. • I will be responsible for my own actions, attitudes and behaviours. Please ensure you have reviewed this pledge with your camper. Failure to follow these guidelines may result in suspension from the Summer Day Camp Program.