Jackie Robinson Family YMCA Summer Camp Guide 2020

2020 Summer Camp Guide JACKIE ROBINSON FAMILY YMCA ymcasd.org/RobinsonCamp

ABOVE AND BEYOND We take pride in hiring the best people to fill our camp staff. Each camp leader was hand selected through an extensive hiring process to ensure the safest environment for everyone.

Our training program includes: • CPR and First Aid certification • Transportation safety • Behavior management and bully prevention • Child protection and abuse prevention • Field trip and off-site safety procedures • General risk management and prevention • Work effectively with children with special needs

HERE’S WHAT PARENTS HAVE TO SAY....

“My son attended four camps this year and he was excited to get up and go every time. Thanks for having enthusiastic counselors and phenomenal leaders. Keep up the great work.”

• Pool and beach safety • Heat and sun protection safety

Our camps are ACA Accredited The American Camp Association is the only nationwide organization that accredits children’s camps. The ACA Accreditation process is a commitment by camps to the highest standards of health, safety and program quality. Accreditation requirements include a focus on staff qualifications, training, supervision ratios and procedures, as well as operational management including safety regulations and emergency procedures and communications.

“The counselor made my daughter feel very comfortable on her first day, her first time at a day camp. The counselors seemed well trained, coordinated and focused on keeping the kids engaged to have a positive experience. We will be back. She told me she is excited for her sister to be with her next year. Thanks!”

Camp Ratios: Age 5 - 1 staff to 6 children Ages 6 to 8 - 1 staff to 8 children Ages 9 to 14 - 1 staff to 10 children Ages 15 to18 - 1 staff to 12 teens

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IMPORTANT CAMP INFORMATION PRIORITY MEMBER REGISTRATION Saturday, February 29

CONTACT INFORMATION CAMP DIRECTOR Esme Pena cpena@ymca.org | 619-264-0144 ext. 13914

GENERAL REGISTRATION Saturday, March 7

CAMP ADMIN Tiffany Smith tsmith1@ymca.org | 619-264-0144 ext. 13907

CAMP LOCATION

CAMP FAX 619-264-7356 Attention: Camp

JACKIE ROBINSON FAMILY YMCA 151 YMCA Way, San Diego, CA 92102 619-264-0144 | ymcasd.org/JackieRobinson

Y members save an average of 15% on camp pricing!

An active Y membership is required at the time of the program start date to receive the member discount.

CAMP HOURS We have several camp options available for you to choose from. From single-day and full-day camps, your camper will have an unforgettable experience.

Full-day and single-day camp hours: 8:30 am-4:30 pm

EXTENDED CAMP HOURS If you need care outside of the regular camp hours, the Y offers extended hours through our Extended Day program. Extended Day program is included in camp pricing and is available in the morning and late afternoon.

Morning hours: 7:00 am-8:30 am Afternoon hours: 4:30 pm-6:00 pm

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EASY WAYS TO REGISTER REGISTER ONLINE

Visit us online at ymcasd.org/RobinsonCamp

REGISTER IN PERSON

Walk in to the Welcome Center at your branch.

ONLINE CATALOG TAGS

Looking for more information on one of our Camps? Use our Online Catalog Tags!

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Find the Online Catalog Tag located on the camp matrix to see a full description of the camp you are interested in.

Use our Camp Catalog Tag Toolbar on ymcasd.org/RobinsonCamp or our YMCA Program Finder.

All enrollments are subject to availability, and registrations are not guaranteed.

Download the full version of this guide with complete camp descriptions online

ymcasd.org/JRcampguide 2020 CAMP THEMES

What are TRADITIONAL

CAMPS?

Traditional camps are ultra-spirited, fun-filled camps with weekly themes that guide activities and trips for the week. Your camper will be traveling on special adventures throughout San Diego: visiting theme parks, going to local parks and beaches, or simply having a great time on-site at the YMCA!

What are SPECIALTY

CAMPS?

Does your child have a specific interest or hobby? Or looking for a camp that specializes in sports or STEM? Browse through the specialty camps section for camps that combine the traditional fun of YMCA day camps with the more specialized skills by providers or YMCA experts.

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Dress up to the weekly theme every WEDNESDAY! JUNE 15-19: Holidays JUNE 22-26: Harry Potter JULY 6-10: Party in the U.S.A. JULY 13-17: Superheroes Unite JULY 20-24: Under the Sea JULY 27-31: Disney JULY 30-AUG 3: Summer Olympics AUG 3-7: Steam Overload AUG 10-14: Around the World AUG 17-21: Going Green AUG 24-28: Through the Decades

= Camp will travel offsite

JUNE 29-JULY 3

JULY 6-10

JULY 13-17

JULY 20-24

JULY 27-31

AUGUST 3-7

AUGUST 10-14

AUGUST 17-21

AUGUST 24-28

AGES

JUNE 22-26

Member Price/ Participant Price

JUNE 15-19

Daily Day

CAMP FEES

JUNE 10-12

TRADITIONAL CAMPS

= Camp includes STEM activities

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ONLINE CATALOG TAG 39CPDAY

$59/$69

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Vacation Fun Days

$120/$141

5-12

Funtastic

$199/$235

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Voyagers

$199/$235

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Navigators

$199/$235

9-10

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Adventure

$199/$235

11-12

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SPECIALTY CAMPS Basketball

$210/$245

6-12

Cooking

$210/$245

6-12

L.I.T. (Leader in Training)

$154/$175

13-15

STEAM Camp

$235/$270

7-12

Soccer

$210/$245

6-12

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Funtastic Camp (age 5) Take camper adventures to the next level this summer! Build self-confidence, meet new friends and have a blast during summer camp.

Get a thrill from activities at the camp facility such as sports clinics, science experiments, and arts and crafts. Catalog Tag: 39CPFUN

Traditional Camps - Voyagers (ages 6-8) , Navigators (ages 9-10), Adventure (ages 11-12) Campers enjoying our Traditional Camp experience will build self-confidence, meet new friends and have a blast while exploring San Diego! Your camper will get their thrills having fun on-site at the Y participating in sports clinics, science experiments and arts and crafts! Each week there is an exciting weekly theme and campers will take two field trips to some of San Diego’s best attractions! Highlighted weekly field trips are listed below: Voyagers Catalog Tag: 39CPVOY June 15-19: Birch Aquarium July 13-17: Summer Beach Program August 10-14: USS Midway Navigators Catalog Tag: 39CPNAV June 22-26: Ice Skate SD July 20-24: Pump-it-UP August 17-21: Association Beach Program Adventure Catalog Tag: 39CPADV June 29-July 3: Camp Surf July 27-31: Laser Tag August 24-28: Chuck-E-Cheese July 6-10: Chuck-E-Cheese

August 3-7: Camp Surf

Basketball (ages 6-12)

Cooking (ages 6-12)

Your camper could learn to be the next big NBA star with this fundamental sports week. Daily activities include instruction in dribbling, passing, shooting and positioning. YMCA Basketball Camp is for young athletes looking for a strong summer building fundamental skills!

Catalog Tag: 39CPBAS

L.I.T. Camp (ages 13-15)

Cooking camps with the YMCA are designed with your little chef in mind! Young culinary artists will learn to create tasty treats and eats in a fun and encouraging environment. Campers will learn helpful tips and tricks as well as the importance of kitchen safety.

Catalog Tag: 39CPCOO

Soccer Camp (ages 6-12)

The YMCA’s Leader in Training (L.I.T.) program is an excellent opportunity for teens to learn hands-on job experience and responsibilities, while still under the supervision of our camp staff team. Additionally, all hours completed within L.I.T. Placement can be recorded as community service hours!

Catalog Tag: 39CPLIT

Your young soccer fan will get a kick out of this camp!

The YMCA will provide instruction featuring daily clinics, scrimmages and tournament play. Drills will focus on dribbling, passing, shooting and position techniques.

Catalog Tag: 39CPSOC

Daily Day Camp (ages 5-12) We have the perfect solution for families who only need a partial week of camp or just a single day. Daily campers join our exciting part-time traveling camps. Daily Day gives you the flexibility of having camp when you want it.

Enjoy the spirit and excitement of camp, with the option of signing up for any single day of camp - minus worrying at all about any late fees or a full-week commitment!

Catalog Tag: 39CPDAY

STEAM Camp (ages 7-12) A super rotation of our favorite STEAM projects all in one camp! Campers experience Robotics,Game Design, Circuits, SnapRovers & more as we rotate tech toys and tech topics throughout an exciting, fast-paced week of camp.

Catalog Tag: 39CPSTE

THIRD PARTY PAYMENT: We accept third party payments from agencies such as CDA, CRS, KINSHIP, and Cal-Works.

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IMPORTANT CAMP INFORMATION PAYMENT METHOD Paying for camp is easy! Log online to pay your camp balance or stop by at our front desk.

Two payment options are available for your convenience: 1. Pay now: Pay your full balance including a $25 nonrefundable deposit per camp week.

2. Pay later: Pay an upfront $25 nonrefundable deposit per camp week. The remainder of the balance will be due seven days before the first day of camp. Please note you will not be mailed an invoice. A balance due email will be sent to the email address you provide in your registration application.

It saves to pay early!

Full camp balances are due one week prior to the start of each camp. An additional $25 will be added to unpaid balances starting the Tuesday before camp.

Your camper may lose their place in our roster if the balance isn’t paid.

DROP-OFF/ SIGN-OUT PROCEDURES To ensure an efficient drop-off process, please make sure you follow all posted drop-off instructions. A signature from a parent, guardian or authorized adult is required in our daily sign-in sheet for your child to participate in camp activities. For late arrivals, it will be the responsibility of the parent or guardian to sign-in and ensure your child gets to their designated camp area.

Only parents and/or guardians are authorized to sign a child out of our camp programs.

If you need to add another person to your authorized pick-up list, please make sure this is documented with our camp staff. All adults picking up a camper are required to present a photo ID.

A medical release/liability waiver must be submitted during the registration process.

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IMPORTANT CAMP INFORMATION CANCELLATION POLICY We understand circumstances change and that you may need to revisit your camp options.

Cancellation: Cancellation requests received prior to the start of the camp week will receive a 100 percent refund or Y-voucher minus the deposit. Requests received the first day of camp will receive a 75 percent refund or Y-voucher minus the deposit and camp vendor fees*. Additional service fees may be applied to credit card refunds. Refunds and Y-vouchers are not given if the cancellation request is received after the first day of camp. Missed camp and/or sick days are not eligible to receive refunds or Y-vouchers. *Certain branches and camps may have specific cancellation requirements outside of our general policy. Please check with your camp director to confirm a specific camp’s cancellation requirement.

MEDICATION Should your camper need to take medication during the program, we will administer as directed. The following items are essential for us to dispense any medication: • The medication will need to be checked in with a Day Camp Staff. Please do not leave the medication with your camper, including over the counter medication, epi-pens, inhalers, creams, eye drops, etc.

• Medication must be in its original container with labeled prescription instructions.

• A completed Medication Release form must be signed and submitted.

Y-Vouchers: Y-vouchers do not expire and are valid for any program at all YMCA locations in San Diego County. Y-vouchers can be transferred to another member of your family or friend.

Transfer Request: Transfer requests are accepted through the Tuesday of the camp week. Camp fee differences must be paid at the time of transfer. All transfers are subject to availability.

A full list of our guidelines and policies can be found on our Day Camp Parent Manual. The Day Camp Parent Manual will be emailed to all participants. A copy can be obtained at our front-desk.

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FAQS Do you offer financial assistance?

We offer financial assistance through our Access Scholarship Program to qualified applicants ensuring everyone has the opportunity to learn, grow and thrive.

Apply at ymcasd.org/access or pick up a confidential application at our front desk. We also accept third party payments from agencies such as CDA, CRS, KINSHIP, and Cal-Work.

What are the hours of camp?

Our camp day runs from 9am-4pm Monday-Friday. We also offer extended care before and after camp each day for your convenience.

How will my camper be transported to field trips?

Transportation is provided through our buses. All vehicles are inspected and checked by licensed mechanics as well as the California Highway Patrol.

What do I need to send my camper with each day?

We will supply the atmosphere for a great camp experience and ask that you send your camper with a lunch, at least 2 snacks, a water bottle and closed-toe shoes.

We recommend applying sunscreen before you get to camp and our camp staff will supply sunscreen to campers regularly throughout the day. During our afternoon extended care, we will provide a healthy snack for your kids after a long day of fun at camp!

Can you tell me more about camp fees and deposits?

A $25 deposit is required for each week of camp.

Deposits are non-refundable, non-transferable and are not subject to any discounts, promotions or financial assistance. Deposits are applied to the camp fee. Camp fees are the published rates in this brochure and are good up to the Monday before camp begins. Camp fees will increase $25 for registrations received Tuesday or later for the following week.

To discuss payment options, please contact the Camp Director.

Visit us online for more FAQs.

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WE ALSO OFFER THREE

OVERNIGHT CAMPS!

What does a typical camp day look like?* 7:00-8:30 am

AM Extended Care

8:30-9:00 am

Daily Drop Off

9:00-9:30 am

Daily Orientation

9:30-10:35 am

Activity Rotation 1

10:45-11:50 am

Activity Rotation 2

11:50am-12:30 pm Lunch 12:30-1:15 pm

Squad Time

1:25-2:30 pm

Activity Rotation 3

2:40-3:45 pm

Activity Rotation 4

3:45-4:30 pm

Closing and Camp Pick Up

4:30-6:00 pm

PM Extended Care

*Times are subject to change Most camps will spend 2 rotations focusing on their specialty activity. The additional 2 rotations that occur throughout the day are spent at our Activity Stations which include activities like arts and crafts, STEAM, songs, games and more!

1 & 2 We ek Overnigh t Sessions

CAMP MARSTON | Grades 2-11

Camp Marston is San Diego’s oldest overnight camp.

Located on over two hundred acres of pristine mountain land next to Lake Jessop, Camp Marston offers traditional overnight camps year round. With a variety of activities ranging from archery to arts and crafts, your child will have the ultimate camping experience.

RAINTREE RANCH | Grades 4-12

Tucked away in the forest outside of Julian, our westernthemed camp focuses on horseback riding, caring for horses and traditional camp fun! Guided by highly trained staff, campers learn responsibility and build confidence through fun-filled adventures with new friends and progressively structured horsemanship programs.

A significant portion of the day is spent playing outside. Please make sure you apply sunscreen to your kids before dropping them off.

For more information about camp activities, visit our website for the online camp calendars.

CAMP SURF | Grades 3-11

This spectacular, 45-acre facility, right on the Pacific Ocean near San Diego is one of a kind! The oceanfront environment, filled with surfing, bodyboarding, and traditional camp activities, is the perfect setting for children and teens to develop the skills and relationships they’ll need to be confident, healthy, and connected.

Group Retreat & Family Camp info available online!

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Sign Up For Summer Camp!

JACKIE ROBINSON FAMILY YMCA 151 YMCA Way San Diego, CA 92102 Phone: (619) 264-0144 ymcasd.org/JackieRobinson

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