IT S THE SUMMER TO DISCOVER LAFAYETTE FAMILY YMCA SUMMER 2015 STRAIGHT ARROW DAY CAMP & SUMMER SCHOOL AGE CHILDCARE

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1 IT S THE SUMMER TO DISCOVER LAFAYETTE FAMILY YMCA SUMMER 2015 STRAIGHT ARROW DAY CAMP & SUMMER SCHOOL AGE CHILDCARE

2 Nationwide no one cares for more children than the YMCA. At the Y, we believe all kids deserve the opportunity to discover who they are and what they can achieve. Our programs provide an exciting, safe community for young people to explore the outdoors, build selfesteem, develop interpersonal skills and make lasting friendships and memories. They also help reinforce the YMCA s four core values of caring, respect, responsibility, and honesty. The key to your child s experience is our talented and dedicated staff team. Our staff is comprised of mature adults who are creative, energetic, and experienced with children. They are the key leadership and heart of our programs. They work very hard to help each child feel successful and to know they are cared about. We hope that you give the staff at Straight Arrow Day Camp and Summer School Age Childcare the opportunity to share what we feel is a great experience with your child this summer. We look forward to meeting your child personally. If you have any questions, feel free to us. Claire Marshall Childcare Director claire@lafayettefamilyymca.org Sharon Thompson Operations/Camp Director sharon@lafayettefamilyymca.org Sarah Glenn School-Age Child Care Coordinator sglenn@lafayettefamilyymca.org 2 Welcome

3 Welcome to Straight Arrow Day Camp Back in 1969 the Treece family had dreams of children swimming, boating, sleeping under the stars, fishing, riding horses, experiencing nature, and enjoying the outdoors. The Treece family graciously donated 40 beautiful acres to the Lafayette Family YMCA and it was named Camp Treece. The YMCA also had the same vision for children. YMCA Camp Treece is the home of Straight Arrow Day Camp. Located just 15 miles southeast of Lafayette on 40 beautiful wooded acres along Wildcat Creek, this is the perfect location for a tremendous camp experience in a secure environment. Straight Arrow Day Camp was started and those first children left greatly enriched. They made memories, built lasting friendships, gained independence and self-confidence. They left camp feeling good about themselves and thankful for the friends they made. For the past 43 years, Straight Arrow Day Camp has become a tradition that has given children the opportunity to make their own special memories. The facilities and programs have changed over time, but our mission has remained the same. At the YMCA, character development and values are more than just buzz words, they are part of who we are. Straight Arrow Day Camp reinforces the values you teach at home. All programs and activities incorporate the values of caring, honesty, respect and responsibility. Lafayette Family YMCA 3

4 Regular Camp For children who have completed K-4th grade. Hours: 8:30 a.m. - 4:15 p.m. All pickup and drop-off is at the YMCA (except Friday PM). Daily Activities Include Horseback riding Canoeing Team Building Course Arts & Crafts Swimming Fishing Archery Obstacle Course Gaga Gold Rush Human Foosball Slingshots Straight Arrow Day Camp stresses safety first in every situation. All camp staff are CPR and First Aid certified. Medical help is available if needed. The staff at Straight Arrow is second to none. Our summer counselors are carefully chosen for their maturity, skills, genuine caring for children and their experience. They go through a vigorous selection process, as well as camp training. DID YOU KNOW... Guests and family can come experience Family Night at Straight Arrow. On Friday, the campers stay out at camp and wait for the arrival of family and friends to share their camp experience. You will meet our great counselors, participate in camp activities with your camper, and hear the children sing songs and perform skits. 4 Straight Arrow Day Camp

5 2015 Camp Themes Every week your child will experience a fun camp theme! Campers will participate in all of our traditional camp activities, while incorporating the theme in our games, crafts, skits and songs. The grand finale of our week will be a themed dress up day on Friday! Zoofari Week (June 1-5) All of your favorite exotic zoo animal friends will be along for the ride on our exciting zoo fari! We will be exploring the wonderful world of zoo animals through our crafts and activities this week. If you love a trip to the zoo, this is the week for you! Crazy Creative Creations Week (June 8-12) Calling all mini-picasso s! Are you a creative camper who loves arts and crafts?join us for a week of artcistic fun! We will be letting our crazy creativity fly this week with crafts, projects, and games that are bound to get your artistic juices flowing. Rodeo Round Up Week (June 15-19) Ye Haw! It s time for some fun at the ranch. This week we will learn all about horses, while also having fun with rodeo skills and games. So grab your lasso, hat, and boots, and come along for the ride! Sports Relay Week (June 22-June 26) Do you love sports? Do you love relay races? Then come on down to Sports Relay Week! We will be working on our athletic skills this week. Dribbling, shooting, throwing, and catching. At the end of the week we will combine these skills into a fun and competitive relay race, which all of our campers will enjoy. Disney Week (July 6-10) A Straight Arrow Day Camp favorite! Come join us as we transofrm camp into the Magical World of Disney! All of your favorite characters will join us for a week full of animated fun. Jam packed with magical crafts, games, and your favorite Disney Songs, this will be a week you don t want to miss! Start planning your costumes now, because the week will end with a magical dress up day! Wet, Wild, and Wacky Week! (July 13-17) Throw on your water wings and your swim suit; its time to get wet, wild, and wacky at camp! Do you love to swim and lounge on the beach? Then this is the week for you. This week we will play tons of water games and spend extra time creeking at the beach! Down on the Farm Week (July 20-July 24) It s fair week, so let s have some fun down on the farm! We will be learning all about farm animals this week, with crafts and games that get everyone excited to see the animals at the fair. Who knows? Dance Party Week (July 27-July 31) BUST A MOVE! Do you love to dance? Then shake your groove thing down to camp! We will be dancing to all your favorite songs this week. If you love making up moves at home, or if you just love wiggling your sillies out, join us for a fun dance filled week. Carnival Week (August 3-August 7) It s time to celebrate the end of a wonderful summer! This week will be filled with carnival fun and flair. We will play all of your favorite carnival games and there might even be some carnival prizes. If you love a fun day at the fair, you will love this week at camp! Lafayette Family YMCA 5

6 Trailblazer Camp For children who have completed 5th-10th grade. Hours: 8:30 AM - 4:15 PM Trailblazer Camp is a two-week program that teaches leadership skills through various activities and challenges. Each camper will work to earn a bead for each skill accomplished in Safety, Nature Education, Cooperation, Patience, Responsibility, Honesty, Respect and Caring. Campers will also participate in a service project to benefit the camp or local community organizations. Preschool Camp For children ages 4-5 Hours: 9:30 AM - 3:15 PM This camp is a wonderful way to introduce your youngsters to some new experiences. These campers will participate in horseback riding, canoeing, fishing, archery, swimming, fun group games and so much more! Our small tribe numbers and experienced staff help keep the children safe and encourage them to participate. Parents will still pick up their children at the YMCA on Friday and then return to camp for a Family Night ceremony so parents can see camp and participate in some of the activities your child has experienced. 6 Straight Arrow Day Camp

7 Leadership Camp June 8-June 12 Hours: 8:30 AM - 4:15 PM Leadership camp is for teens that have successfully completed the Trailblazer program. This is an extended experience for people who love camp and want to gain or improve leadership skills. Building the skills and foundations for tomorrow, our program focuses on leadership through hands-on learning experiences. This is a week long camp filled with activities that challenge new skills and build and renew old friendships. It is also required for all returning Junior Counselors and Counselors in Training. Mini Pathfinder Camp For children ages 7 & up 3 days & 2 nights Mini Pathfinder Camp is an exciting camp that allows children to spend the night at Camp Straight Arrow. During these three days, campers will participate in all of the regular day camp activities and get to go swimming daily. We will also get to play some fun group games like flashlight tag, watch movies under the stars, and make s mores. Lafayette Family YMCA 7

8 Lafayette Family YMCA STRAIGHT ARROW DAY CAMP REGISTRATION INFORMATION Registration forms are available at the front desk of the YMCA or online at They need to be filled out and brought to the front desk or mailed to the YMCA. $25 deposits are required to hold your child s spot for day camp. Place your deposit as soon as possible to ensure that we will have space for your child this summer. All deposits are non-refundable. Registration begins March 1st! Preschool Camp Weekly Fees #1 May 25- May 29 $120 Mem $140 Non No bus transportation provided to YMCA Regular Day Camp #2 June 1-5 Weekly Fees #3 June 8-12 $150 Mem #4 June $170 Non #5 June #6 July 6-10 #7 July #8 July #9 July #10 August 3-7 Trailblazer Camp Session Fees #1 June 1-12 $300 Mem #2 June $340 Non #3 July 6-17 #4 July Leadership Camp June 8-12 $150 Mem $170 Non Pick Up and Drop Off Sites $10 Per Week Site Pick Up Time Drop Off Time McCaw Park (Fire Station) 7:45 AM 4:35 PM Cumberland Elementary 8:00 AM 4:50 PM Happy Hollow Elementary 8:15 AM 5:05 PM When registering, please specify what days you will need transportation. Extended Care (Regular & Preschool Camps Only) $5/ day per child Mini-Pathfinder Camp $90 Mem June 29-July 1 $110 Non 8 Straight Arrow Day Camp Lafayette Family YMCA 1950 South 18th Street Lafayette, IN

9 Financial Assistance The YMCA believes every child in our community deserves access to the services we provide. That s why we offer our Open Door Scholarship Program. We hope to create an environment where all people feel welcomed and valued. Applications for assistance are available at the front desk at the YMCA. Earn Your Way to Camp Earn your way to camp with our annual Cookie Dough Sale! You can pick up information about the cookie dough sale and order forms starting on Saturday, April 11 at the front desk of the YMCA. You can stop by anytime on or after April 11 to pick up your fundraising packet. Remember, you must be registered for camp in order to participate in the cookie dough sale. No Camper Left Behind The No Camper Left Behind Scholarship Fund is a financial assistance program established in honor of former Straight Arrow Director Harry Linback. Its purpose is to provide funding for those who may be unable to afford some or all of the cost to attend YMCA Straight Arrow Day Camp. Harry wanted every child to have a camp experience regardless of their financial situation. Priority will be given to those campers who participate in the Earn Your Way to Camp cookie dough sale. Applications are available at the YMCA on sale kick off day and at the Y front desk. Application is not a guarantee of funding. Acceptance may be dependent on financial need. The Linback Family will be at the YMCA on Saturday, April 11 from 10am to Noon to answer any questions about No Camper Left Behind Scholarships. Lafayette Family YMCA 9

10 Summer School-Age Childcare This is an all-day, M-F childcare program housed at the YMCA. This program offers a combination of free-choice and structured activities for children ages Curricular activities include arts and crafts, academics, sports & recreation and personal development. We provide the opportunity for children to discover who they are and who they have the potential to become. Activities include: Swim Lessons Assorted arts & crafts Various sports and games Daily reading time Learning activities Visit from the Bookmobile Fun weekly field trips Tending our YMCA vegetable garden Last Summer s Highlights: Traveled back in time at Connor Prarie Visited Fair Oaks Farm to see the pig exhibit Visited Propetstown State Park and learned about animal habitats and Indiana wildlife. Spent the day at Natural Valley Ranch, took a hayride and made a lunch for the horses. What to Bring Swimsuit & towel A sack lunch A positive attitude 10 Kids Construction Co.

11 Schedule Monday Friday 6:00am 6:00pm Children ages 5-12 may begin the first day school is out for the summer. Closed Memorial Day & 4th of July! Pricing Registration Fee: $40-individual child/ $60-family *$15 Early Bird Registration available April 1-30th 4-5 days a week - $130/members $165/non-members 3 days a week - $95/members $115/non-members 2 days a week - $65/members $80/non-members Parent Meeting A parent or guardian is required to attend a parent meeting before summer care begins. Please sign up at the front desk for the meeting you wish to attend. Registration begins April 1st Lafayette Family YMCA 11

12 Lafayette Family YMCA 1950 South 18th Street Lafayette, IN Non-profit organization U.S. Postage PAID Lafayette, IN Permit #222