YMCA Camp MacLean 2016 Summer Camp Burlington, WI VISIT CAMP MACLEAN INFORMATION NIGHTS ONLINE WEBINARS. Making Friends. Making Memories.

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1 VISIT CAMP MACLEAN Spring Open House Sunday April 10th 12:30-5:00p.m. Meet the staff, learn about summer camp programs, enjoy camp activities and a sampling of camp food will be available. Tour Camp Weekend June 18-19, 2016 Tours will run on the hour from 10a.m. -4p.m. Please RSVP to INFORMATION NIGHTS High Ridge YMCA 2424 W Touhy Ave Chciago, IL March 4 7p.m. Indian Boundary YMCA th Street Downers Grove, IL March 22 7p.m. Buehler YMCA 1400 W Northwest Hwy Palatine, IL March 16 7p.m. Fry Family YMCA 2120 W. 95th Street April 6 7p.m. ONLINE WEBINARS In these webinars you will learn more about the YMCA Camp MacLean experience, hear our staff talk about the benefits of a resident camp experience, and have the opportunity to ask any questions you may have. February 23 at 7 p.m. March 15 at 7 p.m. April 12 at 7 p.m. May 11 at 7 p.m. WE RE SOCIAL! Find us on Facebook! If you have any questions about YMCA Camp MacLean or our programs please contact us. We d love to hear from you! YMCA Camp MacLean Making Friends. Making Memories. YMCA Camp MacLean 2016 Summer Camp Burlington, WI Durand Avenue, Burlington, WI Phone: Fax: ymcacampmaclean.com /YMCACampMacLean ymcacampmaclean.com

2 Welcome to YMCA CAMP MACLEAN! A Summer of a Lifetime Starts Here Since 1941, children and teens have been spending their summers at YMCA Camp MacLean to learn new skills, build lasting friendships, and to have the summer of their lives in a safe and caring environment. We are committed to providing campers with a small group living experience, increasing self-esteem, teaching life skills through activities, and ensuring every camper has a fun-filled summer! Nothing impacts kids and teens quite like the overnight summer camp experience! Our staff are dedicated to working with youth. Each counselor is carefully selected knowing that they are not only camp counselors, but also mentors. Nearly 75% of our staff members attended Camp MacLean when they were younger. They re passionate about providing children the same memorable times they experienced. The health and safety of each and every camper is our first priority. We provide a staff to camper ratio of 1:5 and operate under strict policies and procedures. All staff are trained in health and safety procedures. Every staff member is trained in CPR, certified lifeguards are on duty during water front activities and a registered nurse lives on site the entire summer. Our location and facilities are just 20 minutes northeast of Lake Geneva. Nestled along the shores of Rockland Lake, our camp is easily accessible yet worlds away from the everyday grind. Here you ll find a peaceful pine forest, a 40-acre lake, and open fields. Amongst the scenery are 21 cabins, William L. Rust Lodge, campfire areas, an outdoor chapel and two multi-purpose lodges. Camp MacLean is accredited by the American Camp Association.

3 PROGRAMS FOR YOUTH Explorer Program Ages 7-12, one or two week sessions Our popular Explorer Program has been growing great kids for decades! Whether your child is a first time camper or a returning camper, the Explorer Program is a great experience. Children are placed in cabins by age and gender. A counselor, junior counselor, and ten campers live in each cabin. In this structured program, campers participate in two skill activities in the morning and two skill activities in the afternoon. Evenings are spent enjoying games, campfires, sing-a-longs, campouts and Mt. MacLean Skyway! Session 5 has a special Hogwarts theme for campers looking for additional excitement in their camp experience. Explorer Mini Camp Ages 7-12, three or four day sessions This program is ideal for campers wanting to stay at camp for less than a week. Just like our explorer program, children are placed in cabins by age and gender. A counselor, junior counselor, and up to ten campers live in each cabin. Camp is structured to allow campers to choose four class activities. Evening activities include campfires, Mt. Maclean Skyway, sing-a-longs, boating, fishing, games and other fun activities. Campers are given the opportunity to extend their stay to a one week session. Explorer campers tailor their own camp experience by choosing various skill activities to participate in throughout the session! Through these activities we coach new skills, independence, goal setting, responsibility, and sportsmanship. We strive to help each camper reach his or her own potential! Archery Arts and Crafts Athletics Drama Discovering Nature Kayaking Mask, Fin, Snorkel Sailing Soccer Softball Swimming Team Building Windsurfing ymcacampmaclean.com

4 PROGRAMS FOR OLDER YOUTH AND TEENS High Adventure Camp Ages 12-16, one week sessions High Adventure Camp is designed specifically for those teens ready to reach their full potential. Through a combination of high ropes courses, team adventure programs, problem solving, camping and recreation, teens will develop confidence, selfesteem and build trust. The weeklong experience challenges campers with 26 unique activities including multiple ziplines, a climb up Mt. MacLean Skyway, and our forest ropes courses. All of our high ropes activities are operated under strict guidelines and include state-of-the-art safety systems. Our well trained staff provides an environment of challenge by choice. Check out our Hogwarts Weeks for campers looking for an exciting twist on the camp experience! Explorer/ Pioneer and High Adventure Camp Ages 12-16, two week sessions This exciting option offers a week of traditional Explorer or Pioneer program for one week and then transition into the High Adventure Camp Program for a week of pushing your camper to new limits. Please see the Explorer/Pioneer program pages for a further description of the Explorer or Pioneer Programs. Devil s Lake Rock Climbing Trip Ages 13-16, July 17-July 23 Pioneer and Devil s Lake Rock Climbing Trip Ages 13-16, July 11-July 23 This exciting option offers a week of traditional Pioneer program and then transition into the Devils Lake Rock Climbing Trip for a week of pushing your camper to new limits on High Adventure Elements and Climbing at Devils Lake State Park. Please see the Pioneer program description for a further explanation of the Pioneer Program. Is your teen ready for the ultimate outdoor climbing and camping adventure? This weeklong experience includes the challenging activities found in our High Adventure Camp program combined with an unforgettable three-day trip to Devil s Lake State Park. This program includes tent camping, rock climbing, outdoor cooking, ropes courses, and hiking. Our staff will teach all the necessary camping and climbing techniques needed for the week. Previous camping experience is not required, but a sense of adventure is!

5 JUST PROGRAMS FOR TEENS FOR OLDER YOUTH AND TEENS Aquatics Camp Ages 11-13, July 11-July 23 SPECIALTY CAMPS Our Aquatics Camp is a two-week program designed for campers who love the water. Our certified lifeguards coach a variety of water-related skills and activities all while developing character, confidence and teamwork. Aquatics Campers share a cabin and meals with other aquatics campers and participate in all of the traditional camp activities such as archery, the Mt. MacLean Skyway and campouts. Campers will spend more than five hours daily in lakefront activities, including snorkeling, sailing, kayaking, windsurfing, canoeing, distance swimming and so much more! Due to the nature of the program, enrolled campers must be proficient in front crawl, breaststroke, elementary backstroke and sidestroke and display endurance in the water. ymcacampduncan.org ymcacampmaclean.com

6 PROGRAMS FOR INFO MEETINGS TEENS REGISTRATION INFORMATION Pioneer Program Ages 13-16, one or two week sessions Our popular Pioneer mainstay program is designed with teens in mind. It is the perfect program for teens that enjoy their independence but still want to enjoy the excitement of camp! Activities include a mix of water sports, climbing Mt. MacLean Skyway, team-building, athletics, archery, and unforgettable overnight canoeing and camping trips! Hogwarts Theme week is also available! Leader-In-Training We take great pride in our two year Leader-InTraining program for teens going into high school. Our program develops leadership skills important for teenagers today to find success in and out of school. Most of our counselors graduated from our LeaderIn-Training program themselves! Contact the camp office for more information about this program

7 HORSEBACK ELECTIVE Enjoy the beauty of Wisconsin s rolling hillside while gaining the love of horses on a trail ride. Campers age nine and up can come enjoy this wonderful experience at the stables of Grand Geneva Resort in Lake Geneva, WI. Under the supervision of our staff, campers are transported to the ranch for a horseback riding experience. ymcacampmaclean.com

8 HOGWARTS WEEK Session #5: August 1-6, 2016 Wizardry fans team up with muggles in all of our fun camp activities - with a special week of Hogwarts fun! Campers can share their love for the wizardry world through Harry Potter-themed activities including a house sorting ceremony, exciting games of quidditch and a search for the sorcerer s stone! A DAY AT CAMP ** 8 a.m. Breakfast 8:50 a.m. Password* 9 a.m. Cabin Fun 10 a.m. 1st Activity 11 a.m. 2nd Activity 12:15 p.m. Lunch 1 p.m. Rest Time 2:15 p.m. Waterfront Swim 3:15 p.m. 3rd Activity 4:15 p.m. 4th Activity 5:00 p.m. Recess 5:45 p.m. Supper 7 p.m. Early Evening Program 8 p.m. Late Evening Program 9:15 p.m. Lights Out *We start each day with an inspirational thought of the day. **Teens schedule may vary

9 ADDITIONAL INFORMATION To enroll your child, simply select the camp session on the registration form, fill it in, mail or fax it with a non-refundable deposit of $175 (included in total camp fee) for each session selected. Online registration is also available at ymcacampmaclean.com. In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, The YMCA of Metropolitan Chicago does not discriminate against persons with disabilities. The YMCA will make every effort to include members with disabilities in its programs, and will work together with the parent or caregiver to determine what reasonable modifications will be effective for the member with a disability. OUR PARENT GUIDE Our Parent Guide contains essential information to prepare you and your child for camp. The guide contains detailed information regarding our facilities and camp procedures. Find a copy online at ymcachicago.org/maclean/pages/parentguide. FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE It is the goal of the YMCA of Metropolitan Chicago to provide services to people regardless of their ability to pay. Waiver or reduction of fees is available, subject to program capacity and demonstrated need, without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, or physical or mental handicap. For more information, contact For more information about the YMCA Inclusion process, contact YMCA Camp MacLean. TRANSPORTATION Supervised, chartered bus service is available at no extra charge. Please see the registration form for when the bus is scheduled to bring campers to and from camp. Buses pick-up and drop-off in Chicago, Naperville, Downers Grove, Glen Ellyn, Elmhurst, Palatine, Lake Zurich and LaGrange, IL. FOOD SERVICE Meals are an important part of camp. Our food is always rated very highly by our campers. Our dedicated kitchen staff provides meals that are kidfriendly and offer a wide range of options. Menus are available upon request. All meals are included in the fee.

10 YMCA Camp MacLean 2016 SUMMER CAMP REGISTRATION FORM Durand Ave, Burlington, WI Phone: Fax: ymcacampmaclean.com CAMPER INFORMATION SPECIAL OFFER Register your camper for more than one session of camp and receive 20% OFF the additional session! Register online at register.campmaclean.com Last Name: First Name: M.I.: Gender (circle one): M F Age at Camp: Birthdate: Home Address: City: State: Zip: Phone: Phone 2: I would like to be in a cabin with This will be my summer at Camp MacLean. I am a member of YMCA. PARENT/GUARDIAN INFORMATION Parent s Name: Work: Cell: Parent s Name: Work: Cell: Emergency Name: Phone: Insurance Carrier and Policy #: My child needs a modification because of a disability to enjoy this program. Yes No How did you hear about Camp MacLean? PARTICIPANT AGREEMENT/REFUND POLICY THIS SECTION MUST BE SIGNED BY PARENT AND/OR GUARDIAN BEFORE REGISTRATION IS ACCEPTED. I hereby give permission to YMCA Camp MacLean to transport the child named above off the camp property for the purpose of medical care or program activities as deemed appropriate by the Camp Director. I hereby authorize the camp RN to provide for and secure treatment of all health issues that arise at camp for child named above. In the event I cannot be reached in an emergency, I give permission to the physician selected by the camp director to hospitalize, secure proper treatment for, and to order injection, anesthetic or surgery for the child named above. I understand that the YMCA does not provide accident/medical insurance for the child named above. Medical bills, including prescription drugs, will be the responsibility of the parent or guardian named below. If applicable, I authorize YMCA Camp MacLean to use my credit cards on file to pay for medical bills and/or prescription drugs. Rules for campers are the same for everyone without regard to race, color, national origin, gender or disability. I understand that all campers will be treated as individuals and respect will be shown for a range of abilities and behaviors. I agree that Camp MacLean reserves the right to dismiss a child from camp whose needs they are not able to provide for or whose conduct is not in the best interest of the camp community, without refund. I will notify the director if my child has any serious restrictions related to his/her participation in the camp program. The YMCA of Metropolitan Chicago has my permission to use photographs taken of my child while at camp for promotional purposes. I agree to the following procedures regarding camp fees: A $175 Deposit must be paid for each camp session at the time of enrolling. Camp operates on a first come-first served system. To secure your child s choice of camp session(s), early enrollment is encouraged. Deposits are non-refundable and non-transferable. Balance of camp fees are due four weeks prior to the start of your child s session(s). Campers who enroll within four weeks of the start of a camp session must pay in full at the time of registering. No refunds or transfers will be given for canceling within 10 days of the start of a session, being dismissed from camp due to disciplinary action, leaving early due to homesickness or personal commitments. I authorize the YMCA to charge fees and amenities to any credit card I submit. We or I (Parents/Guardians) have read and agree to all the conditions of this registration. Parent/Guardian Signature: Date:

11 2016 YMCA CAMP MACLEAN SUMMER SESSION DATES 2016 Program Session 1 6/20-25 Session 2 6/27-7/9 Session 3 7/11-23 Session 4 7/25-30 Session 5 Hogwarts Week 8/1-6 Session 6 8/8-20 Explorer Program 1 Week 7-12 yrs Pioneer Program 1 Week 13-16yrs 6/20-25 $815* 6/27-7/1 $725** 7/5-9 $725**** 7/11-16 $815** 7/25-30 $815* 8/1-6 $815* 8/8-13 $815** Explorer Program 2 Weeks 7-12yrs Pioneer Program 2 Weeks 13-16yrs 6/27-7/9 4th of July Field Trip $1315* 7/11-23 $1290* 8/8-20 $1290* Explorer Mini Camp 3 or 4 Days 7-12yrs 6/20-22 $445** 6/27-29 $445** 7/11-13 $445** 7/25-27 $445** 8/1-3 $445** 8/8-10 $445** 8/14-17 $500***** Horseback Riding Elective 9-16yrs Specialty Camps Aquatics Camp 2 Weeks 11-13yrs $50 $50 $50 $50 $50 $50 7/11-23 $1310* High Adventure Camp 1 Week 12-16yrs 6/20-25 $880* 6/27-7/1 $790** 7/5-9 $790**** 7/11-16 $880** 7/25-30 $880* 8/1-6 $880* 8/8-13 $880** 8/14-20 $880*** Exp/ Pio 1 Wk & High Adventure Camp 1 Wk 2 weeks 12-16yrs 6/27-7/9 4th of July Field Trip $1550* 7/11-7/23 PIO/Devils Lake 13 years and up $1580* 8/8-20 $1525* Devils Lake Climbing Trip 1 Week 13-16yrs 7/17-23 $935*** Register online at register.campmaclean.com PAYMENT DETAILS Fee for Camp Session(s) $ Horseback Riding Elective 9+ Yrs - Add $50 $ YMCA Fee for Non Members - Add $25 $ Total Camp Fee $ Deposit - Add $175 per camp session $ Balance Due $ Card Holder Card # Exp. Date Amount To Charge Signature We accept Visa, Master Card, Discover & American Express. Checks or money orders should be made payable to: YMCA Camp MacLean. A $175 non-refundable and non transferable deposit must accompany this registration form and is applied toward the total camp fee. * Bus available to and from camp ** Bus available to camp only *** Bus available from camp only **** Bus available to camp at select bus stops, all bus stops available from camp ***** No bus available Motor Coach Transport to and from YMCA Camp MacLean at NO Additional Charge: Bus Pickup and Drop off in Chicago, Naperville, Downers Grove, Glen Ellyn, Elmhurst, Palatine, Lake Zurich and LaGrange, IL. Please Note: Transportation Locations Subject to Change

12 "She came back smiling and very happy. She had a very good time and that is exactly what I was looking for in a camp." He came home with some good insights and a more mature attitude and behavior. We loved what it did for him. He had a wonderful time at camp and definitely wants to go again next year. This was our first experience with a sleepaway camp and we are all very pleased with the experience