SUMMER TO SHINE Youth Day Camp Canandaigua YMCA June 30 - August 29, 2014

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1 SUMMER TO SHINE Youth Day Camp Canandaigua YMCA June 30 - August 29,

2 WHIRLWIND OF SUMMER FUN & FRIENDS STARTS HERE Welcome to Summer Camp 2014 at the Y Summer Camp at the Canandaigua YMCA is a time for amazing experiences, new memories and days filled with lots of fun and laughter. Through interactions with other children and leadership development within our program, your children have the opportunity to develop many skills that will help them successfully tackle the future. Every day is an adventure! Kids will enjoy a summer full of nature, water fun, games, field trips, sports, arts, crafts, science and more. Every week there is a different theme and field trip to keep things fresh. We look forward to welcoming your child to camp this summer for a memorable & magical experience. Sincerely, Todd Freelove Youth & Family Director Preschool Summer Camp Don t forget about the little ones! Sign up for Summer Preschool. Help your 3-5 year old hold onto the important concepts learned throughout the school year, while having a TON of fun! Exciting themes, walking field trips and visits from fun community organizations like the Wildlife Defenders and others will make this a summer to remember! Contact MShaver@Canandaigua-YMCA.org for more information! The whole way home (my daughter) sang and shared about her week at camp. - Mother of a 2013 camper

3 A DAY IN THE LIFE... ly Themes: 1, June 30 July 3: We are Family - (Closed Fri. July 4 th ) Onanda Park (July 2) Don t miss this first week of summer camp as we get to know everyone through team building activities, crafts and more. Our first field trip will be to Onanda Park for swimming, field games and hiking. 2, July 7-11: Down the Rabbit Hole Corning Museum of Glass (July 9) Like Alice entering the Rabbit Hole, we will enter a topsy, turvy land where anything can happen. Our balance will be tested, dream journals will be started, and Salivador Dali's melting clocks will influence drawings. Finally we will adventure to The Corning Museum of Glass where we will see all things glass and experience it firsthand. (And a stop for ice cream on the way back.) 3, July 14-18: Planes, Trains & Automobiles - Minnehans Go-Carts (July 16) Our need for speed in go-carts will be a safe one as we meet with local emergency service agencies. Fire department, police and rescue personnel will host demonstrations and teach the meaning of being a true leader. Then we ll enjoy a safe ride around the track at Minnehans. 4, July 21-25: Fairy Tales & Super Heros - Seabreeze Park (July 23) The kids will use their imagination and creativity to learn and tell stories through writing, acting and developing comics. We will have our own real life adventure to Seabreeze Amusement Park. 5, July 28 August 1: Expedition to the Unknown - Seneca Park Zoo (July 30) We'll spend the week in uncharted waters by creating treasure maps, learning about some of the great travelers of history and doing exciting science experiments. The children's senses and endurance will be tested by obstacle courses and blindfolded competitions. This will culminate with an expedition to the Seneca Park Zoo where we will take time to draw and learn about the animals like explorers before us. 6, August 4 August 8: Wet n Wild - Roseland Water Park (Aug. 6) Surf s up Campers! Join our wave that will cause one bodacious splash! With a week full of wacky water games and radical activities there is no way you will escape dry. We will travel down the street and make a real splash at the waterpark. 7, August 11 - August 15: Rock, Paper, Scissor s Jungle Jolt (Aug 13) Learn how to problem solve the old fashion way. You ll get crafty this week with rocks, paper and scissors. Enjoy lots of paper crafts and rock out with our in house DJ. 8, August 18 - August 22: I Love the 90 s - Bowling (Aug 20) Kicking it old school with a week of celebrating the 90 s in style with music, game shows, break dancing competitions and more! For our field trip campers will enjoy a day at the lanes. 9, August 25 - August 29: Adventure land - Baker Park (August 27) Our camp will become an Adventure Land by creating unique activities and races in different areas of camp - Tomorrow Land, Frontier Land, Fantasy Land, etc To wrap up camp and a fantastic summer, we ll celebrate at Baker Park; parents are invited to join. * Note: All field trips are subject to change.

4 ENROLL TODAY REGISTER EARLY AND SAVE! Register before or by April 1, 2014 and the registration fee is WAIVED. ($10 deposit, for each week, is required to reserve your child s spot. 5 weeks = $50; 9 weeks = $90, etc...) To ensure that each camper receives the highest quality experience possible, we limit enrollment for each session. Prevent your child from being put on the waiting list by registering early. Registration Fee after April 1 $25 per child ($35 per family) BIG FAMILY, BIG DISCOUNT! A $15 discount is given to all younger sibling s for full day camp session enrollment. PARENT PACKET: A signed parent packet is required for all campers. The parent packet is a detailed information guide on everything to do with camp. HOW TO REGISTER? Register online or in person at the Welcome Desk. Financial Assistance We believe that all kids deserve the opportunity to discover who they are and what they can achieve. Our Summer Camp programs are open to all. We provide assistance to all who qualify. If you are looking for assistance, apply for FA Today! Forms are online at Canandaigua-YMCA.org or stop into the YMCA. For more information contact or TFreelove@Canandaigua-YMCA.org Camp Dates: June 30 - August 29, 2014 Camp Hours: Camp Hours: 7:00 am - 6:00 pm Program Time: 9:00 am - 4:00 pm Extended Morning Hours: 7:00-9:00 am Extended Afternoon Hours: 4:00-6:00 pm (Extended hours are included in the price. During these times staff will provide supervised activities kick start and unwind the day.) Drop Off/Pick Up at Camp: Camp is located in the Y s SACC room (bottom of old post office.) Please enter through the main entrance & follow the signs for summer camp. Parents or approved adult must have photo ID to sign child in and out. Camper Survival Guide: Campers should bring: non-perishable lunch, towel, sneakers, sunscreen, bathing suit and water bottle. (Please label everything.) We will provide a nutritious breakfast to early birds and a healthy snack to all campers. Field Trips: We will have the opportunity to explore and experience our community with a weekly field trip. Campers must wear their Y-designated field trip shirt! Here for you! Summer Camp Contact Information Todd Freelove Youth & Family Director TFreelove@Canandaigua-ymca.org Sandi Heacock Administrator SHeacock@Canandaigua-ymca.org Camp Phone Number: Camp Address: SACC@Canandaigua-YMCA.org

5 SOMETHING FOR EVERYONE YMCA Youth Day Camp Kindergarten - 5 th Grade Traditional camp is about learning skills, developing character and making friends. Few environments are as special as camp, where kids become a community as they learn both how to be more independent and how to contribute to a group as they engage in physical, social and educational activities. Our camper to counselor ratio is as follows for the appropriate age group: (Kids are placed into the group of the grade they are entering. Ages 5-12) Grade K 1: 8 campers to1 counselor Grades 2-3: 10 campers to 1 counselor Grades 4-5: 10 campers to 1 counselor Cost: $170 Member/$215 Non-member Teen Trackers: 6 th -UP (11yr & up) This summer teens will be able to experience an unforgettable summer filled with fun and learning, while making new friends. Each week is jammed packed with activities to stimulate their minds and offer opportunities to grow as an individual. They will participate in team building workshops to build self-esteem, learn to overcome peer pressure, gain decision making skills and more. Teens: 12 campers to 1 counselor Cost: $120 member/$165 non-member Counselor in Training (CIT): Grades 9 th -12 th (14yr 17yr) We provide teens an opportunity for real life job training by participating in four 2-week CIT sessions. Teens will need to interview, provide references and fill out a job application along with a completed camp registration to be hired as a CIT. Through the summer, CIT s will participate in many trainings including, but not limited to: basic first aid, CPR, Team building and C.A.T.C.H. This program gives kids challenges that build their skills, confidence and capacity for working with people of all ages. * 9th graders must have been a previous camper COST: $130/2 weeks (CIT is bi-weekly) Our Staff You are leaving your kids with individuals who are dedicated to nurturing the potential of youth and teens. Most of our staff were campers at one time, so they have the enthusiasm and knowledge to build the best summer camp environment! All summer camp staff go through extensive background checks, and are certified in CPR/AED and First Aid. Check out our parent packet for more information on the staff.

6 FUN FOR THEM. PEACE OF MIND FOR YOU. Register for SACC Locations: Canandaigua Elementary Canandaigua YMCA - Youth University Livonia Bloomfield Naples (PM Only) SACC 411 Activities: Games, arts, crafts, homework, character development, exercise & fun Healthy breakfast & healthy snacks are provided. Registration opens April 1, Family discount - $15 off siblings Part-time as low as $75/month Full-time morning & afternoon $345/month Hours: AM program 7 am to school; PM Program end of school - 6 pm Half days are included for PM program participants. Financial Assistance is available. We believe all kids deserve a safe, warm & fun environment before and after school. For more information contact Mary Shaver at MShaver@Canandaigua-YMCA.org or call her at Have a stress free summer and sign up for SACC Early!

7 Canandaigua YMCA Summer Camp 2014 PROGRAM REGISTRATION (To be completed by Parent/Guardian) Please complete and return with registration fee ($25/1child or $35/family and $10 deposit for each week. CHILD/FAMILY INFORMATION YMCA Member Yes No T-shirt Size: Grade: PLEASE PRINT CLEARLY (Child or adult please circle one)) (Entering) Child s Name Male Female Birth date / / Home Address Home Phone ( ) - City State Zip Address: EMERGENCY INFORMATION (Other than Parent) Parent/Guardian 1 Information Relation to Child: First Name: Last Name: Occupation: Address: City: State: Zip: Phone 1: Phone 2: Parent/Guardian 1 Information Relation to Child: First Name: Last Name: Occupation: Address: City: State: Zip: Phone 1: Phone 2: In case of emergency, and the YMCA staff is unable to reach the parent/guardian listed above, the following individual has permission to make decisions regarding the care of my child, including permission to pick up my child from the YMCA in case of an emergency or dismissal from the YMCA. Name Name Name Relationship Phone: Relationship Phone: Relationship Phone: CHILD PICK-UP AUTHORIZATION (Use an additional Child Pick-Up Authorization form if needed) I give permission for my child to be released from the YMCA program to the people listed below at any time. I understand YMCA staff require people listed below to furnish Photo Identification before releasing my child. Name Name Name Address Address Address Work Phone Work Phone Work Phone Home Phone Home Phone Home Phone Cell Phone Cell Phone Cell Phone Relationship Relationship Relationship HEALTH INFORMATION Asthma Convulsions Emotional/Psychological Diabetes Hay Fever Special Diet Vision Hearing ADD/ADHD Poison Ivy Learning Disabilities Illness Operations Medication Insect Physical Restraints Injury Food Other * Please use the space provided to explain all of your yes answers Is this child currently taking prescribed or over-the-counter medication? Yes No My child will be required to take medication during camp hours. Yes No If yes, complete a Written Medication Consent Form and attach. For children with asthma please complete a Special Health Care Plan Form and attach with Written Medication Consent Form.

8 HEALTH INFORMATION (ctd.) Are you covered by any hospitalization/medical care policy? Yes No Name of Insurance Company Phone ( ) - Address City State Zip Policy Holder s Name Policy Holder s Date of Birth / / Policy # (include 3-letters) Name of Physician Phone ( ) - Name of Dentist Phone ( ) /30-7/3 7/7-7/11 7/14-7/18 7/21-7/25 7/28-8/1 8/4-8/8 8/11-8/15 8/18-8/22 8/25-8/29 School Age K-5th Attend Attend Attend Attend Attend Attend Attend Attend Attend Attend Teen Camp 6th-7th Attend Attend Attend Attend Attend Attend Attend Attend Attend Attend CIT Please call Todd Freelove at or TFreelove@canandaigua-ymca.org to set up an interview for the CIT program. Parent/Guardian Agreement: I hereby register my child for the designated week(s) of the Canandaigua Family YMCA Summer Camp. I have received and read the Parent Packet and fully understand the camp policies including but not limited to: payment procedures and deadlines, refund policy, camper release policy, camp hours of operation, and behavior guidelines. It is understood that the YMCA will make every reasonable effort to contact the persons listed should any type of emergency arise. In the event I cannot be reached, I authorize the YMCA staff to act for me according to his/her best judgment in any emergency requiring medical or surgical care. I authorize the physician selected to hospitalize, secure proper treatment for, and to order injection, anesthesia, or surgery for my child named above. I expect the YMCA to attempt to contact me immediately. I further understand that I am responsible for the cost of all medical care. This health form is correct, as far as I know, and the person described has permission to engage in all camp activities except as noted by me and his/her physician. I have provided the staff with any pertinent information which may assist the YMCA in caring for my child, including but not limited to, allergies, previous or existing illness or condition, sunburn sensitivity, diet requirements, long term medications, disability or limiting conditions, or emotional developmental or behavioral challenges. I agree to notify the YMCA staff immediately, in writing, of any changes in address, phone numbers, place of employment, emergency contacts, etc. I understand that not fully disclosing the above may put my child s health and safety at risk. I give consent for my child to take part in field trips or excursions off camp property under proper supervision. Finally, I give consent that the YMCA may use photographs, slides or video tapes of my child, as may be needed for its records or promotional purposes. ie. Facebook etc. School Age K - 5 Members $170 Non-Members $215 Teens 6th & 8th Members $130 Members Only $130 CIT s (2-weeks) Non-Members $165 I understand that my child s spot is reserved only upon receipt by the YMCA of fully completed registration packet, all registration fees and deposits, and that failure to pay any balances due by the published due date will forfeit my child s spot. Signature Parent/Guardian Date