2018 YMCA Summer Day Camp Brochure

YMCA OF SOUTHWESTERN INDIANA

2018 Summer Day Camp Guide

REGIS TER ONLINE AT WWW. YMCASWIN.ORG/SUMMERDAYCAMP

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW YOU BELONG AT THE Y Thank you for your interest in the Y’s Summer Day Camp programs! We strive to provide a safe and happy day camp experience for you and your child.

This booklet is designed to provide your family with the information needed to make the best choice for your child’s valuable time while out of school.

Remember that YMCA members enjoy early access to registration on February 19th as well as discounted Summer Day Camp fees. These rates are noted throughout the guide as (YM).

If you’re not currently a Y member, consider an official membership. The member discount for one month of camp would pay for a family membership so the whole family can stay active this summer.

A family membership is only $69 per month and includes access to both the Downtown and Dunigan facilities for the whole family.

YOUR CHILD BELONGS AT DAY CAMP YMCA Day Camp programs provide kids ages 4-12 with supervised activities that teach core values and leadership skills. Kids have fun while making new friends, building self-confidence, and using teamwork. The Y offers a place for kids to play, create arts and crafts, swim, participate in field trips, appreciate nature, and discover our many cultures.

SUMMER DAY CAMP CONTACT INFO Brandi Kuhlenschmidt, Child Care Branch Director kuhlenschmidt@ymcaswin.org 812.492.6718 Ashley Hansen, Assistant Child Care Director hansen@ymcaswin.org 812.491.7715 Kathryn Johnson, Child Care Coordinator johnson@ymcaswin.org 812.492.6719 Amy Book, Child Care Coordinator book@ymcaswin.org 812.492.6717 Hannah Bedwell, Child Care Coordinator bedwell@ymcaswin.org 812.491.7710

BILLING & ONLINE ACCOUNT INFO Kyle Schneider schneider@ymcaswin.org 812.492.6728

For families focused on more specific interests such as sports, cooking, science, VBS, art, and more, we offer a large variety of specialty camps for ages 5-11.

With our caring and competent staff, a safe environment, and Christian values, the Y’s Day Camp provides a place for your child to become the best that he/she can be!

Email address and cell phone number are required with registration so parents can be contacted with any changes to the activity schedule.

Please note that occasionally, camp scheduling and content are subject to change.

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WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW Visit ymcaswin.org/summerdaycamp to register.

ONLINE REGISTRATION INSTRUCTIONS Click camp of your choice in our camp guide or click Register Today. These diagrams and steps outline the online registration process.

1. If you’re an active member with an email on file, simply enter your email and password in the Log Into My Account section to the left.

2. If you’re a member but don’t remember your account email, click Search for My Account.

3. If you are not a Y member, click Create New to the right. NOTE: An email address is required to create an online account.

4. Once signed into your account, complete your account setup with your and your child’s information. Click Shopping For on the left and choose your child’s name. Click Shop by Type in the upper left and choose Day Camp to see weeks your child is eligible and begin adding summer day camp for that child to your cart. When all camps have been added to your cart, click the Shopping Cart icon in the upper right. NOTE: When registering more than one child, be sure to change the Shopping For menu to change children. Add all camps for all your children to your cart before proceeding to check out to ensure that you receive the sibling discount.

5. In the cart, complete the required registration forms; if you are registering for more than one child, you must complete this form for each individual child. You will not be able to check out until the registration form is complete. A one-time $60 registration fee will be applied per camper.

6. Weekly camp fees are due the Monday before the camper attends camp. Your Cart defaults to a payment plan based on this weekly schedule.

To pay in full, click View Payment Plan in Cart and click Remove Payment Plan. Then click Proceed to Checkout to finish registration.

We want your registration to be simple and easy. If you have questions or need assistance, please visit or call either the Downtown YMCA at 423-9622 or the Dunigan YMCA at 401-9622.

PARENT/GUARDIAN CAMP AGREEMENT To complete online registration, the parent will need to read, acknowledge, and agree to the Parent/Guardian Camp Agreement during checkout to consider their registration complete. By doing so, they agree to all policies and procedures of day camp.

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE

CANCELLATIONS & REFUNDS

In an effort to make our fees affordable for all, the YMCA provides financial assistance using a sliding fee scale based on annual gross household income and family size. The YMCA of Southwestern Indiana makes every effort to ensure that no person, especially youth, will be denied access to programs and membership because of financial hardship. The YMCA’s Financial Assistance Program is supported by contributions to our Annual Campaign.

Registration fees are non-refundable under any circumstance. To cancel a registered week, you must complete an online cancellation form two weeks in advance. A digital cancellation form is available on our website at www.ymcaswin.org/summerdaycamp.

Otherwise you will be responsible for the weekly fee.

Financial Assistance applications are available at either of our Y locations or for download online at ymcaswin.org/summerdaycamp/financialassistance.

To be considered for financial assistance your application and registration form must be filled out completely and turned into either YMCA location.

Financial assistance will be awarded on a first-come, first-serve basis until all available spaces are filled so submit your request as early as possible.

FULL DAY - DAY CAMP TIME & LOCATIONS All sites are for Ages 5-9 Bethel UCC 3029 N. Green River Rd. 6:30 am - 5:30 pm

First Christian Church 2845 Beaumont Dr. 6:30 am - 5:30 pm

Burdette Park 5301 Nurrenbern Rd. 6:30 am - 5:30 pm

Warrick Co. Ed. Center 3199 SR 261 (Newburgh) 6:30 am - 6:00 pm

Downtown YMCA 222 NW Sixth St. 6:30 am - 5:30 pm Dunigan Family YMCA 6846 Oak Grove Rd. 6:30 am - 5:30 pm

FEES: Registration Fee: $60 One Time Program Fees: $99 (Y Member) / $119 (Non-Member)

Payment is due the Monday BEFORE the week of service.

REGISTRATION MUST BE COMPLETED ONLINE AT WWW.YMCASWIN.ORG/SUMMERDAYCAMP

NEW LOCATION

St. Luke Lutheran Church 4200 Epworth Rd. (Newburgh) 6:30 am - 5:30 pm

Our Mission: The YMCA of Southwestern Indiana, Inc., following the example of Jesus Christ, responds to community needs by serving all people especially youth, through relationships and activities that promote healthy spirit, mind, and body.

DAY CAMP ACTIVITIES

BEHAVIOR POLICY

At the YMCA Summer Day Camp your child will go on a field trip four days a week! Field Trips include: swimming, roller skating, putt-putt, parks, bowling, and much more! In addition to the numerous field trips camp programs include: arts and crafts, physical activities, songs, and story time.

YMCA Day Camps focus on providing great experiences for our campers. Participants who display behavior that is inconsistent with the core values of the Y will be dismissed without refund.

SWIMMING Each camp goes swimming once a week at New Harmony State Park. Each camp will attend each pool an equal number of times (weather permitting). Campers’ swim levels are tested and non-swimmers are identified.

STAFF LEADERSHIP

All YMCA day camp staff are selected for their maturity, dedication, enthusiasm, and desire to work with kids. Staff are CPR and First Aid certified and participate in an intensive training program that covers safety, supervision, counseling, and camp procedures. Our staff to camper ratio is 1:10, under the state recommendation.

LATE ARRIVALS Camp starts at a designated time each day. In the event that you attempt to drop off a camper after the stated start time and the camp has left the building, it will be your responsibility to locate and drop off the camper with the group. Camp staff will leave notification of their whereabouts and contact information before leaving their regular location.

MEDICATION All camper prescriptions are to be turned into camp staff at check-in on the first day of camp in the original container with written directions for delivery. Medications will be distributed at required times during the day. Campers should NEVER carry medications on their person including, but not limited to, over the counter medications such as Tylenol and Aspirin. Failure to abide by this policy will result in dismissal.

Emergency medicine such as inhalers and epipens should be given to camp staff upon arrival.

AGES 4-12 At the YMCA, we provide a safe, affordable, and fun day camp for pre-school ages 4-5, elementary school children ages 5-9, and Movin’ On camp for pre-teens ages 10-12, from May 29 to August 3.

Our summer program provides a range of activities, to entice everyone’s interest, in an atmosphere that reinforces the values of caring, honesty, respect, responsibility, and faith. Kids will enjoy a summer full of nature, water fun, games, field trips, sports, arts & crafts, and new friendships. Weekly themes allow your child to make new discoveries and explore activities of interest such as a variety of sports, art, theater, music, science and more.

WHAT TO BRING* • Healthy Lunch and Snack • Towel • Swimsuit • Socks • Sunscreen • Comfortable Play Clothes • Closed Toed Athletic Shoes • Good Attitude *All necessary personal items that come to camp should be clearly labeled with the campers name. Items that are lost will be placed in a lost and found area.

WHAT NOT TO BRING • Cell Phones • Electronic Devices • Toys/Stuffed Animals • Trading Cards • Jewelry Please remember the Y is NOT responsible for lost or stolen items.

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FULL DAY - PRE-SCHOOL CAMP LOCATION

A variety of fun activities: Swimming Splash Park Field Trip Fridays Art Projects Games

Dunigan Family YMCA 6846 Oak Grove Rd Evansville, IN 47715

PROGRAM FEES: $99 (YM) / $119 (NM)

TIME:

7:00 am - 5:30 pm

AGES 4-5 (Must be fully potty trained) YMCA Preschool Programs help children at a young age begin to develop to their fullest potential. At Preschool Summer Day Camp, preschoolers have the opportunity to meet new friends while having fun!

FULL DAY - MOVIN’ ON CAMP LOCATIONS CK Newsome Center 100 Walnut Street Evansville, IN 47713 6:30AM - 5:30PM Warrick Co. Ed. Center 3199 SR 261 Newburgh, IN 47630 6:30AM - 6:00PM

PROGRAM FEES: $109 (YM) / $129 (NM)

AGES 10-12 This new ultimate camp adventure is filled with theme weeks, adventurous activities such as swimming, putt-putting, a summer celebration trip, sports, sand volleyball, and creative arts just to mention a few. It is a custom designed camp program to fit the interests, needs and wants of the participants. These activities are carefully selected to keep the creative energy flowing while emphasizing communication, leadership and team building.

SPECIALTY CAMP - DOWNTOWN Program Fees: $114 (YM) / $134 (NM) ›› Program hours are 8:00 am - 4:00 pm Early drop off is available at 6:30 am, and late pick-up is available until 5:30 pm.

TIME WARP CAMP

GLITTER & GLAM CAMP

Time Hop with us as we travel throughout history and into the future. We’ll discover different places and cultures while playing games, making art, and exploring with themed activities. This week is going to be filled with excitement and fun. Join us if you dare to take a look into the past, present and future.

Sparkle and shine at Glitter and Glam camp! Campers will have an opportunity to go on some exciting fieldtrips, have their hair done, nails painted and make a variety of fun and beautiful crafts! No one will be able to dull your camper’s sparkle after they have attended this spectacular camp!

Age: 5-8 When: June 4 - 8 Where: Downtown YMCA

CREATION STATION Age: 5-8 When: June 18 - 22 Where: Downtown YMCA

Let your minds run wild and unleash the artist in you. Show up ready to get messy as we dive into a world of color and paint. Draw and mold some pieces of art guaranteed to make you feel like Picasso.

Age: 5 - 8 When: June 11 -15 Where: Downtown YMCA

SPECIALTY CAMP - DOWNTOWN “FUN”GINEER CAMP

HOLIDAY PALOOZA CAMP

Explore and engage in Science with us for a week full of STEM projects to engage your mind and excite your senses! From exciting experiments, making elephant toothpaste to building skyscrapers out of marshmallows, this week is going to blow you away!

Get ready to celebrate! During this week campers will celebrate a new holiday each day. This fun filled week will include a trip to Holiday World, an Easter “Egg”travaganza, and other holiday adventures. No camp on Wednesday, July 4th.

ONCE UPON A “Y” CAMP

IN A GALAXY FAR FAR AWAY CAMP

This camp is all about fables, fantasies, and fairy tales! Myths, legends, and all other stories will spark wonder and amazement in our campers. Join us for a week of storytelling where each day will be based on a classic childhood story.

From our Earth’s atmosphere to the outer reaches of our solar system, comets, planets, stars and more are all waiting to be discovered. Learn about the night sky, the challenges of space travel, and participate in a rocket launch!

Age: 8-11 When: June 25 - 29 Where: Downtown YMCA

Age: 5 - 8 When: July 9 - 13 Where: Downtown YMCA

Age: 8-11 When: July 2 - 6 Where: Downtown YMCA

Age: 8 - 11 When: July 16 - 20 Where: Downtown YMCA

SPECIALTY CAMP - DOWNTOWN “ZOO”FARI CAMP

SPORTS OF ALL SORTS CAMP

Explore habitats from all over the world and discover the animals that live there. Unleash your wild side for a week filled with fun and games as we learn about animals from the jungle, the arctic, and the ocean while having the fun of traditional camp.

How many sports can we fit into a week? Find out as we wear ourselves silly with as many games, matches, and tournaments as we can. We’ll include skills and drills and assorted activities to improve balance and focus while building strength and motor skills. Your team is counting on you! Come join in the fun.

Age: 5 -8 When: July 23 -27 Where: Downtown YMCA

Age: 8 - 11 When: July 30 - Aug 3 Where: Downtown YMCA

SPECIALTY CAMP - DUNIGAN Program Fees: $114 (YM) / $134 (NM) ›› Program hours are 8:00 am - 4:00 pm Early drop off is available at 6:30 am, and late pick-up is available until 5:30 pm.

DISCOVERING THE OUTDOORS CAMP Age: 8-11 When: May 29 - June 1 Where: Dunigan YMCA

Does your child love nature and outdoors? This camp is for them! Come spend a week with us outside as we discover, learn, and experience the outdoors. Activities will include hiking, nature sightings, and exploration.

Join us for an outdoor adventure! No camp on Monday, May 28th.

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SPECIALTY CAMP - DUNIGAN VBS CAMP

Age: 5-9 When: June 4 - 8 Where: Dunigan YMCA

The YMCA is partnering with Crossroads Christian Church to offer Vacation Bible School (VBS).

Campers will start their day at the Dunigan YMCA where they will play games and have fun interacting with other children. At 8:30am, we will travel to Crossroads to participate in their Camp Alive program from 9am-12pm. When Camp Alive ends, the bus will either transport campers to another fieldtrip or back to the Dunigan YMCA for a fun filled afternoon of camp activities.

ANIMAL ENCOUNTERS CAMP Age: 8 - 11 When: June 11 - 15 Where: Dunigan YMCA

Animal lovers come join us in this weeklong camp as we discover the animals all around us! We will have hands on experience learning to care for pets, learn from animal care specialist, and how we can help animals at risk of being extinct. Come take an animal adventure with us!

GROSSOLOGY CAMP

GLOBETROTTING CAMP

If your camper likes being disgusted, then they’ve come to the right place! They’ll learn about some of the grossest things in nature and make their own nauseating discoveries! This week is guaranteed to make them say “yuuuck”! When not being grossed out, the campers will participate in regular camp day activities and fieldtrips.

Travel around the world with us as we learn about a different culture and land every day! Campers will be immersed in the culture, traditions, songs, cuisine, animals, and games from each of the countries we visit. Get ready to stamp your passport and climb aboard our guided tour as we spin the globe and see where our adventures will take us!

Age: 5-8 When: June 18 - 22 Where: Dunigan YMCA

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Age: 8 -11 When: June 25 - 29 Where: Dunigan YMCA

SPECIALTY CAMP - DUNIGAN SPLASHTASTIC WATER CAMP

BUILDING A CITY CAMP

Slip, slide and splash your way through this week of action-packed, water fun! We will visit local water parks, play with water balloons, have water relays and make water related crafts and science experiments. Come join us for a wet and wild good time! No camp on Wednesday, July 4th.

Come learn all about how our city works. We will visit the city garage, a recycle center, fire station, and learn how to build a house. When we are not out in the city, we will be building of course! We will build with wood, Legos, toothpicks, blocks, cards and even food. Come explore the city and build with us!

GLITTER & GLAM CAMP

INCREDIBLE EDIBLES CAMP

Age: 8 -11 When: July 2 -6 Where: Dunigan YMCA

Age: 5 - 8 When: July 16 - 20 Where: Dunigan YMCA

Sparkle and shine at Glitter and Glam camp! Campers will have an opportunity to go on some exciting fieldtrips, have their hair done, nails painted and make a variety of fun and beautiful crafts! No one will be able to dull your camper’s sparkle after they have attended this spectacular camp!

Age: 5 - 8 When: July 9-13 Where: Dunigan YMCA

Age: 8-11 When: July 23 - 27 Where: Dunigan YMCA

Get cooking with us in this introduction to culinary arts! Campers will make a snack or edible craft each day and have an opportunity to prepare, cook and eat a full meal! We will visit local restaurants and bakeries to learn about where and what we ate. From chopping up to cleaning up, it’s all food for thought!

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PLAN YOUR SUMMER

Week 1 5/29 6/1

Week 2 Week 3 Week 4 6/4 6/11 6/18 6/8 6/15 6/22

Week 5 Week 6 Week 7 Week 8 Week 9 Week 10 Week 11 6/25 7/2 7/9 7/16 7/23 7/30 7/31 6/29 7/6 7/13 7/20 7/27 8/3 8/4

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