JOURNEY N! MADISON AREA YMCA SUMMER DAY CAMPS Entering Kindergarten - Grade 11 madisonareaymca.org/camp

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1 JOURNEY N! MADISON AREA YMCA SUMMER DAY CAMPS 2017 Entering Kindergarten - Grade 11 madisonareaymca.org/camp

2 GREETINGS FROM SUMMER CAMP 2017! The Madison Area YMCA has a rich history of providing the best possible summer camp experience for children. Summer is the time of year for going on adventures, making new friends and creating memories that last a lifetime. At the Madison Area YMCA Summer Day Camps, we believe in the magic of summer and the depth of opportunities it offers. We provide a safe, energizing and fun environment where children and teens can be themselves and enjoy the journey of summer. Parents can expect their campers to grow, learn and be engaged all summer long. Campers will build character and independence through a variety of age-appropriate activities led by thoughtful, caring staff. Each day at camp is filled with new experiences and old traditions. Whether campers are exploring the Liberty Science Center, hiking Mount Tammany or volunteering at America s Grow-A-Row, one thing is certain: Madison Area YMCA Summer Day Camps provide a memorable experience for all families. Please join us this summer and JOURNEY ON! Rosemary Adamo F.M. Kirby Children s Center Camp Director Camp Wantago radamo@madisonymca.org x3302 Allison Bardon Family Center Camp Director Quest Camps and L.I.T. abardon@madisonymca.org x2265 SAVE THE DATE! Summer Camp Kickoff is Thursday, June 1, at 6PM in the Kirby gym. Campers and their parents are invited to meet the directors and learn about all the fun things we will do this summer. 1

3 WHAT S INSIDE Page 3: Page 5: Page 7: Page 9: Page 11: Page 12: Page 13: Page 14: Things to Know Camp Wantago Entering Kindergarten - Grade 2 Camp KidsQuest Entering Grade 3-5 Camp SummerQuest Entering Grade 6-10 L.I.T. Program Entering Grade 9-11 Plan your Summer Camp For One, Camp For All: Financial Assistance Registration Guide 2

4 THINGS TO KNOW Two Locations Camp Wantago is held at the F.M. Kirby Children s Center at 54 East Street in Madison. KidsQuest, SummerQuest and Leader in Training camps are held at the Madison Area YMCA s Family Center at 111 Kings Road in Madison. Camp SummerQuest, a teen travel camp, is off-site daily. The Best Staff Ever The safety and care of your child is at the forefront of our minds as we carefully select our camp staff. Many of our camp counselors have grown up at the Y, so they know the program, traditions and values that our camps offer. At the Madison Area YMCA, our camp staff attends 40 hours of training and must successfully complete a rigorous background check and interview process. Training includes CPR, First Aid, AED, bullying prevention, child abuse prevention and bus safety. To supplement our highly-trained aquatics staff, many camp counselors are also American Red Cross certified lifeguards. Our counselors are dedicated to making this summer the best ever! Field Trips Each camp at the Madison Area YMCA will go on a variety of field trips throughout the course of the summer. Examples include Liberty Science Center, Funplex and the Turtleback Zoo. For camp weeks that include a field trip, the registration fee cannot be prorated if a camper chooses not to participate in the field trip. Registration Process Complete the registration forms located on the Madison Area YMCA s website and available at either Center. Return in person to either the F.M. Kirby Children s Center or the Family Center of the Madison Area YMCA. A non-refundable $50 down payment per child per camp week is due at time of registration. The first half of camp balance is due on or before March 6, The remaining balance must be paid in full by May 5, Please see page 14 for more registration information. The Madison Area YMCA is a 501(c)(3) charitable organization. The Y is the nation s leading nonprofit committed to strengthening the community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. At the Madison Area YMCA, we nurture the potential of every youth and teen, improve the community s health and wellbeing, and provide opportunities to give back and support neighbors. We believe everyone, regardless of age, income or background, should have the opportunity to learn, grow and thrive. Visit our website for more information about financial assistance or to make a donation: 3

5 Camp Lunch and Snack A nutritious and nut-free lunch and snack is provided from the F.M. Kirby Children s Center daily for Wantago, KidsQuest and Leader in Training camps. Breakfast is offered to Wantago Campers arriving before 8:30 a.m. Before and After Care We offer before care beginning at 7-9 a.m. and after care from 4-6 p.m. every day, at no extra charge. For Camp Wantago families, extended after care is available from 6-6:45 p.m. for an additional fee. When registering, please indicate if you will be utilizing before and/or after care. Health and Immunization Information All campers must have completed forms for emergency contacts and medical information (such as allergies or medications that may need to be administered during the camp day). All campers must also have a copy of their immunization records, even if this is not their first summer at a Madison Area YMCA camp. These forms can be found on our website and must be completed and submitted via fax, or in person BEFORE June 1, This information is vital to our staff to ensure the safest summer camp experience for your child. Overnight Information: Camp SummerQuest Overnights are every three weeks this summer. Campers and staff participate in an overnight at a NJ State Park or at the Family Center. Campers sleep in tents based on gender and age, weather permitting. Dinner, breakfast and lunch is provided on overnights. Tents and cooking utensils are provided. Overnights are held indoors at the Madison Area YMCA s Family Center during inclement weather. If a camper chooses not to participate in an overnight, parents must provide transportation to and from the campsite or Y. Camp fees are not prorated or refunded if a camper chooses not to participate. Look for these symbols throughout this guide! Para descripción o información en Español favor de comunicarse con Maggie Claudio al (973) , extensión 2311, o a su correo electrónico mclaudio@madisonymca.org. 4

6 CAMP The F.M. Kirby Children s Center FULL DAY: 9AM 4PM Monday - Friday; Lunch & Snack Included. Entering K - Grade 2 JOURNEY ON! With field trips twice per week, fun activities, games, time for learning and building friendships, these 10 weeks are filled with excitement! Campers also head over to the Family Center twice per week* for instructional swim lessons supervised by trained and certified lifeguards. Every week has a new and exciting theme and our emphasis on S.T.E.A.M. (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math) activities ensures that children stay sharp and keep learning right through the summer. *There is no instructional swim during weeks 9 &10 due to annual pool maintenance. Other activities are substituted. 5

7 WEEKLY THEMES June 26-30: Welcome Summer This week is about enjoying the best that summer has to offer! School s out and summer is in as we play games and celebrate the best time of year! July 3-7: Party in the USA This week is all about red, white and blue! We will sing patriotic songs, learn about our nation s history and celebrate Independence Day. (No Camp July 4) July 10-14: Wet and Wild H20 GO! We will splish-splash our way through a variety of water games and water play. July 17-21: Full S.T.E.A.M. Ahead! Science, technology, engineering, art and math all come into play this week! We build with LEGO, make ooey gooey slime and launch rockets as we discover all that the wonderful world of science has to offer! July 24-28: Around the World in 5 Days This week, voyage around the world and experience different cultures through games, songs and activities. Campers learn about the world and celebrate our differences! July 31-August 4: Rock of Ages Calling all rock stars! Jam out to different types of music and make some instruments of our own this week. Campers rehearse and perform at our Lip Sync Competition! August 7-11: It s All Fun and Games This week is all about sports and being active. We go back to basics with camp classics like Capture the Flag, Camouflage and all of the other games that make summer so much fun! August 14-18: The Great Outdoors Go on a hike, play in a stream and celebrate being outside! This week is about getting back to nature. August 21-25: Camp Wantago Holidays Tis the season for every Holiday in August. Live a year s worth of major holidays all in one week from New Years to Christmas. Make sure to bring your holiday cheer this week. August 28-31: Buggin Out Nurture your child s love of bugs. Spend some time collecting and identifying common insects in our area. Learn what insects eat and do to survive. (No camp September 1) No field trip this week. SAMPLE DAILY SCHEDULE 7-8:30AM Breakfast / Free Play / Quiet Activities 8:30-9AM Outside / Gym 9AM-12PM Organized Camp Group Activities 12-12:30PM Lunch 12:30-1PM D.E.A.R. (Drop Everything And Read) 1-3:30PM Swimming, Water Play, Organized Activities 4-6PM Choices 6

8 CAMP The Family Center FULL DAY: 9AM 4PM Monday - Friday; Lunch & Snack Included. Entering Grade 3-5 JOURNEY ON! Camp KidsQuest gives campers the opportunity to build lasting friendships, try new things and just be themselves this summer. Campers gain independence by choosing their own activities and learning about the Y s four Core Values of Caring, Honesty, Respect and Responsibility in smaller age-based groups every day. They participate in activities led by Y sports and gymnastics instructors, and build their day around games they love. Campers choose from activities like gymnastics, sports, arts & crafts and cooking every day. Instructional and recreational swim, a campfire, camp-wide games and field trips complete our week. This summer offers campers the most well-rounded day camp experience yet! *There is no instructional swim during week 9 & Mini Camp due to annual pool maintenance. Other activities are substituted. 7

9 WEEKLY THEMES June 26-30: Welcome Summer This week is about enjoying the best that summer has to offer! School s out and summer is in as we play games and celebrate the best time of year! July 3-7: Party in the USA This week is all about red, white and blue! We will sing patriotic songs, learn about our nation s history and celebrate Independence Day. (No Camp July 4) July 10-14: Wet and Wild H20 GO! We will splish-splash our way through a variety of water games and water play. July 17-21: Full S.T.E.A.M. Ahead! Science, technology, engineering, art and math all come into play this week! We build with LEGO, make ooey gooey slime and launch rockets as we discover all that the wonderful world of science has to offer! July 24-28: Around the World in 5 Days This week, voyage around the world and experience different cultures through games, songs and activities. Campers learn about the world and celebrate our differences! July 31-August 4: Rock of Ages Calling all rock stars! Jam out to different types of music and make some instruments of our own this week. Campers rehearse and perform at the 5 th Annual Lip Sync Competition a KidsQuest tradition! August 7-11: It s All Fun and Games This week is all about sports and being active. We go back to basics with camp classics like Capture the Flag, Camouflage and all of the other games that make summer so much fun! August 14-18: The Great Outdoors Go on a hike, play in a stream and celebrate being outside! This week is about getting back to nature. August 21-25: Ook s Mini Color Challenge KidsQuest campers have the opportunity to learn what all the Color Challenge hype is about! This week is about teamwork and the Y s Core Values of Honesty, Caring, Respect and Responsibility! August 28-31: Last Taste of Summer: Mini Camp New! Join us for one Last Taste of Summer before school starts. A wide range of activities include cooking, soccer and science with water play and a campfire in between. Campers get to do the things they love most about summer one last time! (No Camp Sept. 1) There is no field trip this week. Please pack a lunch! SAMPLE DAILY SCHEDULE 7-9AM 9:15AM 9:30AM 10:30AM 12:15PM 1PM 2:15PM 3:45PM 4-6PM Before Care Morning Meeting Theme Week Activity Choice Actvities Lunch & Open Play* Summer Readers & Values Swim** Closing Circle After Care *Afternoons at camp include a weekly trip to the Madison Public Library, a camp fire, and CAMP-WIDE games. Each Friday we go on an ALL DAY field trip to a NJ attraction. Field trips are announced in June. There is no alternative or proration available for campers who choose not to participate in a field trip. **If the pool is unavailable, water games and other fun activities are substituted. 8

10 CAMP SUMMERQUEST Teen Travel Camp FULL DAY: 8:30AM 5:30PM Monday - Friday; Please pack a lunch! Entering Grade 6-10 Camp SummerQuest continues its tradition of providing teens with memorable experiences and important life skills this summer. Designed to expose teens to positive developmental growth, we encourage decisionmaking, social responsibility and independence all summer long! Each themed week offers campers the opportunity to develop character and confidence while making new friends and having fun. Campers can expect to relax on the beach, climb a mountain and explore the great outdoors. We incorporate three overnight camping trips throughout the summer where campers learn team-building skills, practice independence and explore many unique outdoor camping activities. Join us this summer and JOURNEY ON! 9

11 WEEKLY THEMES June 26-30: Team Work Makes the Dream Work Start the summer off on the right foot and get to know one another and traditions of Camp SummerQuest. Develop character, leadership, and team-building skills. This week includes a high ropes course, a day at the lake and a guided hike. July 3-7: It s All Fun and Games Get ready for big fun! Ride coasters at Dorney Park, slip and slide at Mountain Creek Waterpark and go back to basics with old camp classics like Capture the Flag and miniature golf. (No Camp July 4) July 10-14: White Water Journeys The first of two paddle weeks includes floating, swimming and kayaking our way to adventure. This action packed week includes water sports on the Delaware and Lehigh Rivers. Overnight at a NJ State Park. July 17-21: It s a Shore Thing This first of two beach weeks includes visiting the beautiful Jersey Shore, heading to a water park and trying out Stand Up Paddle lessons. July 24-28: Big River Adventures In the second of two paddle weeks, float, swim and kayak to adventure. This action packed week includes kayaking, rafting and other water sports on the Delaware and Lehigh Rivers. July 31-August 4: Hometown Heroes This week is about being active! Go to a sporting event or two, crown a winner in our first ever SummerQuest Mini Golf Tournament and play outdoor laser tag. Sports are the star this week. Overnight at a NJ State Park. August 7-11: The Great Garden State Our beautiful state has a lot to offer! The Sussex County Fair, beautiful mountains and the Jersey Shore are just some of the fun things to experience this week. August 14-18: See you at the Beach In the second of two beach weeks, we visit the beautiful Jersey Shore, head to a water park and try our hand at Stand Up Paddle lessons. August 21-25: Ook s Color Challenge* Get ready for a week-long COLOR WAR! Teamwork and the Y s Core Values of Honesty, Caring, Respect and Responsibility bring you and your team to victory in a week of awesome games, challenges and adventures. Double overnight (Tuesday, Wednesday overnight, returning Thursday). *Campers must be registered for one other week of camp to sign up for this week. SUMMERQUEST EXTENDED DAY New! SummerQuest campers enjoy a Wednesday campfire and dinner back at the Madison Area YMCA s camp area on weeks that do not include an overnight. Help prepare dinner, play games and learn about camping basics. There is a later pickup time on these days. Camp fees are not prorated or refunded if a camper chooses not to participate in the extended day. 10

12 LEADER IN TRAINING The Family Center SAMPLE SERVICE PROJECTS Clean-up at the Madison Community Garden Organizing and executing a donation drive Technology assistance for senior citizens within the community Grounds clean-up at the Madison Area YMCA FULL DAY: 9AM 4PM Entering Grade 9-11 Monday - Friday; Lunch & Snack Included. 4 Two-Week Sessions. Through leadership-oriented teambuilding, meaningful community service projects and staff-led mentoring, our new Leader in Training program will leave teens feeling fulfilled and confident by the end of this summer. Splitting their time between volunteering in the community and assisting on site with KidsQuest campers and counselors, teens enjoy experiences designed to teach more about important life skills including communication, decision making and conflict resolution. With guidance from counselors and coordinators, LITs learn responsibility and gain independence this summer. They receive weekly leadership/staff training and valuable feedback and evaluations. All LITs who participate in a session this summer receive a certificate of completion. LITs are provided with lunch from the F.M. Kirby Children s Center daily and are invited to accompany KidsQuest campers on their field trips on Fridays.* These leaders are the role models that campers look up to all summer long. *There is no alternative or proration available for LITs who choose not to participate in a field trip. 11

13 MY CAMP PLANNER BY WEEK AND LOCATION WELCOME SUMMER WEEK 1 WEEK 2 WEEK 3 WEEK 4 WEEK 5 WEEK 6 WEEK 7 WEEK 8 WEEK 9 WEEK 10 June 26-June 30 July 3-July 7* July 10-July 14 July 17-July 21 July 24-July 28 July 31-Aug 4 Aug 7-Aug 11 Aug 14-Aug 18 Aug 21-Aug 25 Aug 28-Aug 31* CAMP WANTAGO AT THE F.M. KIRBY CHILDREN S CENTER: ENTERING K-GRADE 2 ($375 member/$395 non-member). *No camp July 4 & September 1 ($315 member/$335 non-member) BEFORE & AFTER CARE IS AVAILABLE AT NO ADDITIONAL CHARGE BEFORE CARE AFTER CARE 7-9AM 4-6PM EXTENDED CARE* 6-6:45PM *Additional Fee PARTY IN THE USA* WET AND WILD FULL S.T.E.A.M. AHEAD! AROUND THE WORLD IN 5 DAYS ROCK OF AGES IT'S ALL FUN AND GAMES THE GREAT OUTDOORS CAMP WANTAGO HOLIDAYS BUGGIN' OUT* CAMP KIDSQUEST AT THE FAMILY CENTER: ENTERING GRADE 3-5 ($385 member/$405 non-member). *No camp July 4 ($310 member/$330 non-member) & September 1 WELCOME SUMMER PARTY IN THE USA* WET AND WILD FULL S.T.E.A.M. AHEAD! AROUND THE WORLD IN 5 DAYS ROCK OF AGES IT'S ALL FUN AND GAMES THE GREAT OUTDOORS OOK'S MINI COLOR CHALLENGE LAST TASTE OF SUMMER MINI CAMP CAMP SUMMERQUEST AT THE FAMILY CENTER: ENTERING GRADE 6-10 ($480 member/$500 non-member). *No camp July 4 ($385 member/$405 non-member) TEAM WORK MAKES THE DREAM WORK Extra Week! $285: Member $305: Non-Member IT'S ALL FUN AND GAMES* WHITE WATER JOURNEYS IT'S A SHORE THING BIG RIVER ADVENTURES HOMETOWN HEROES THE GREAT GARDEN STATE SEE YOU AT THE BEACH OOK'S COLOR CHALLENGE LEADER IN TRAINING (L.I.T.): ENTERING GRADE Session 1 ($315 member/$335 non-member) *No camp July 4. Session 2, 3, 4 ($350 member/$370 non-member) Session 1 (June 26-July 7*) Session 2 (July 10-July 21) Session 3 (July 24-Aug 4) Session 4 (Aug 7-Aug 18) MADISON AREA YMCA

14 CAMP FOR ONE, CAMP FOR The Madison Area YMCA The Madison Area YMCA can only provide this help through generous donations and special events such as our Annual Charity Golf Classic. This event, held in June each year, helps to make our financial assistance program a reality offering assistance to everyone in need. For more information on the Charity Golf Classic and other ways to give, please visit: The Madison Area YMCA is a cause-driven charitable organization, committed to providing help to families who may not be able to afford the full price of camp. At the Y, we believe that every child should be able to enjoy the best summer camp experience possible. Financial assistance is available to families who qualify. However, spaces are limited. To be considered, families must submit required paperwork before completing camp registration. Assistance is available to anyone who resides or works within the Madison Area YMCA s service area that can provide proof of financial need whether it is due to low income, recent unemployment or downsizing, disability, divorce, etc. Special circumstances and expenses may also be taken into consideration when determining an award. We ask that everyone pay a percentage of the total cost. Applicants who live outside our service area must first apply for camp assistance at the YMCA that serves their area. If denied, then the Madison Area YMCA will consider your application. (Proof of prior denial is required.) Families interested in Camp Wantago should apply for financial assistance directly at the F.M. Kirby Children s Center. Families who are interested in Camp KidsQuest, Camp SummerQuest or L.I.T. should apply for financial assistance at the Family Center. 13

15 REGISTRATION FORM: 2017 MADISON AREA YMCA DAY CAMPS ONE PER CAMPER Additional forms available online and at both Centers. Please bring completed form to registration. CAMPER NAME GENDER M F CAMP WANTAGO ENTERING K - GRADE 2 *No Camp July 4 & Sept.1 Member Week 1 Week 2 Week 3 Week 4 Week 5 Week 6 Week 7 Week 8 Week 9 Week 10 June July 3-7* July July July July 31-Aug 4 Aug 7-11 Aug Aug Aug 28-31* $375 $315 $375 $375 $375 $375 $375 $375 $375 $315 FREE BEFORE & AFTER CARE BEFORE CARE 7-9AM AFTER CARE 4-6PM EXTENDED CARE* 6-6:45PM *Additional Fee TOTAL Non-member $395 $335 $395 $395 $395 $395 $395 $395 $395 $335 CAMP KIDSQUEST GRADE 3-5 *No Camp July 4 & Sept.1 Extra Week! Member $385 $310 $385 $385 $385 $385 $385 $385 $385 $285 Non-member $405 $330 $405 $405 $405 $405 $405 $405 $405 $305 CAMP SUMMERQUEST GRADE 6-10 *No Camp July 4 Member $480 $385 $480 $480 $480 $480 $480 $480 $480 Non-member $500 $405 $500 $500 $500 $500 $500 $500 $500 LEADER IN TRAINING (L.I.T.) GRADE 9-11 *No Camp July 4 SESSION 1 SESSION 2 SESSION 3 SESSION 4 Member $315 $350 $350 $350 Non-member $335 $370 $370 $370 HOW TO REGISTER REGISTER EARLY, SPACE IS LIMITED! IN-PERSON REGISTRATION ONLY. REGISTERING FOR CAMP IS EASY: Pick up CAMP REGISTRATION FORMS from the F.M. KIRBY CHILDREN S CENTER, FAMILY CENTER or print them from our website! Fill out the registration packet in its entirety. Incomplete forms cannot be accepted. Complete one form per child registering. Register in person at the Family Center or Kirby Center. If registering at the Kirby Center, please provide a check. The Family Center accepts all payment methods. For your convenience, registration for camps may be completed at either facility until June 1, After this date, you must register at the home location of each camp. Registration must be paid in full. All outstanding Madison Area YMCA membership, program, tuition, childcare and all other fees must be paid in full to register for camp. At the time of registration, a $50 non-refundable down payment is required for each week of camp enrolled per child. Space at camp is limited and processed in a first come, first served basis. PAYMENT SCHEDULE For information on dress code, financial assistance & other camp policies, please visit: madisonareaymca.org/camp Please make note of the following payment schedule. A delay in payment may result in forfeiture of spot in the camp program. Please contact the camp director if a third party (NJDCF or other) will be making payments. FIRST HALF OF CAMP BALANCE: Due on or before March 6, Slot subject to forfeiture if payment is not received by March 6. Payments made to date will not be refunded. If canceling after March 6, first half of camp payment is required. REMAINING CAMP BALANCE: Due on or before May 5, Slot is forfeited if full payment is not received by May 5. Payments made to date will not be refunded. If canceling after May 5, payments and balance are required. For your convenience, automatic installment payments are processed through credit or debit cards. For more information, please see the Welcome Center at the Family Center or the Kirby Center s main office. Down payment is due at registration. Staff Name: Staff Initials: madisonareaymca.org/camp Date:

16 ALL CAMPS START JUNE PRIORITY REGISTRATION BEGINS JANUARY 9, 2017 FOR MEMBERS AND RETURNING CAMPERS OPEN REGISTRATION BEGINS JANUARY 11, 2017 REGISTRATION STARTS EARLY THIS YEAR! JOURNEY N! MADISON AREA YMCA madisonareaymca.org/camp Family Center 111 Kings Road Madison, NJ YMCA (9622) F.M. Kirby Children s Center 54 East Street Madison, NJ Project Community Pride