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Day Camp

Camp Director

Greg Church, Youth Director, heads our day camp program. This is Greg's eighth year in YMCA camping, including three years as a director. For more information regarding camp, please call Greg at (570) 752-5981, or churchgd7@gmail.com

Ages

Day camp is for children going into grades 1-8 in the upcoming school year.

Camp T-Shirts

For safety and identification purposes, each camper must purchase and wear this summer's camp t-shirt for Wednesday field trips. Shirts are $8 each and will be given to campers upon registration.

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Welcome to YMCA Camping

This year the YMCA celebrates 125 years of camping! The Berwick Area YMCA continues its long tradition of camping this summer. With a variety of programs we have something for everyone. In all camp activities, staff the the core character values that serve as the basis for YMCA programs: Caring, Honesty, Respect and Responsibility. Values like these will help kids of all ages make good life choices no matter what the challenges lie ahead all the while taking experiences with them to last a lifetime.

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Camp Lunches Provided through Summer Feeding Program
This summer the YMCA will offer the opportunity for campers to have lunch provided through the Summer Feeding Program on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday at no additional cost. This program will provide cold, fresh and nutritious lunches for our campers. Participation in this program is optional, all parents are welcome to still pack their child's own lunch. All children will still need a packed lunch for our Wednesday field trips.

YMCA Camp Philosophy

The Berwick Area YMCA is a non-profit, membership organization dedicated to improving the quality of life and meeting human needs in our community. The YMCA 's programs, service and leadership build healthy spirit, mind and body by putting Christian principles into practice. We develop, and conduct programs which foster personal growth, responsible citizenship, healthy lifestyles, environmental stewardship, and the personal rewards of service to others. Supported by volunteers, the YMCA is open to all; financial assistance is available based on need.

Alternate Drop-off Locations

In addition to the YMCA our camp offers two aternative drop-off locations for families farther outside our service area. Children are dropped off at these sites in the morning and are transported by bus to the YMCA to join the rest of the camp. After camp children will be bused back to these locations once again for pick up.

Huntington Mills Elementary in Shickshinny:
Bus Departs 8:30 a.m.
Bus Arrives 4:30 p.m.

Central Elementary in Bloomsburg:
Bus Departs 8:45 a.m.
Bus Arrives 4:15 p.m.

*Extended care hours offered; see camp hours section for cost.

Dedicated and Caring Staff

Our leadership staff have many years of experience directing YMCA camping programs to literally thousands of children. Counselors are chosen for their maturity, desire and ability to be good role models for campers, educational background and ability to interact with and create a fun environment for kids. Our staff are trained in CPR, First Aid, behavior and conflict management, risk management, leadership, and thorough emergency procedures. We maintain a staff-camper ratio of at least 1:10. Your child's safety is our first priority.

Fun Activities

YMCA day camp offers a wide array of activities including field trips, swimming, arts and crafts, games, sports, nature activities, special events, songs and skits and more. Even rainy days are fun!

This year we will have "Fear Factor Friday" where the campers will be taking part in various gross, messy, fun and challenging activities!

Many of our activities include getting wet, dirty and very messy! Please make sure your child is wearing appropriate clothes to take part in such activities.

Age Groups

Pioneers (Entering 1st and 2nd Grade) - The pioneer age group places a special emphasis on helping our young campers become accustomed to the long and exciting camp day. Extra supervision, including our Head Counselor's presence are maintained to provide the extra help this groups needs.

Adventurers (Entering 3rd and 4th Grade) - Our Adventurers have the opportunity to enjoy a higher level of competition and games. Special emphasis on team-work and building friendships are cultivated within this group.

Challengers (Entering 5th and 6th Grade) - The Challengers enjoy a much higher freedom of challenges and explorations. They are given the opportunities to take on helpful and special tasks and to be role models for our younger campers.

Sequoias (Entering 7th and 8th Grade) - Our Sequoias are provided a greater and unique camp experience. They will have multiple chances to take part in extra activities and off-site trips that our younger groups do not. A great amount of emphasis is placed on leadership development, especially amongst younger campers.

Day Camp 2010

It's not too early to plan how your child will spend the summer vacation from school. YMCA day camp offers a wide array of activities including swimming, arts & crafts, games, sports, nature activities, songs, skits, special events and more. Each week features a different field trip to an amusement park or other fun place. Our trained, certified staff has many years experience directing YMCA camping programs to literally thousands of children.

Day-Camp: June 14 - August 20
Pre-camp: June 9-11 (tentative based on current school schedule)
Post-camp: August 23-24 (tentative based on current school schedule)

Camp Hours

Camps run daily from 8:45 am - 4:15 pm. Children should be dropped off and picked up at the Berwick Area YMCA. Alternate drop-off sites available at Huntington Mills Elementary and Central Elementary.

For your convenience, we offer extended care:

6:30 am - 8:45 am and 4:15 - 5:30 pm

Cost: $15 am care and $10 pm care

*Please note that some trips have earlier drop off times and later return times. Exact times will be announced in the weekly newsletters.

Daily Schedule

Campers are transported daily by bus to the following sites:

Monday:	Ber-Vaughn Park
Tuesday:	Ber-Vaughn Park
Wednesday:	Field Trip Day ( See Weekly Schedule)
Thursday:	Ber-Vaughn Park
Friday:	Ber-Vaughn Park

In the event of inclement weather, campers will return to the YMCA. We reserve the right to reschedule major field trips for weather concerns.

Day Camp Rates

A $25 deposit is required at the time of registration per child per week for camp. The balance of fees are due on the Friday before each week of camp. All deposits are non-refundable and non transferable.

YMCA Members: $105/week
Each Adfditional Child: $95/week
Non-Members: $126/week
Each Additional Child: $116/week

If your child is a non-member and is attending camp for longer than 6 weeks, it is to your advantage to purchase a membership. You'll save money, and your child can enjoy the benefits of a YMCA membership for an entire year.

The YMCA believes that every child should have the opportunity to attend camp and make great summer memories. Finacial support from the United Way, as well as Child Care Information Services of Columbia and Luzerne Counties help make YMCA camp possible for all. Ask about the types of support that can be provided.