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1 2015 Lake View YMCA SUMMER DAY CAMP JOIN THE FUN! lakeviewymca.org/camp

2 Camp is Y. Remember the fun of summer when you were a kid? Exploring the outdoors, spending time with friends, playing games and splashing in the pool? At Y camp, we create an exciting, safe environment for kids to have an unforgettable summer of fun. And while they re taking part in unique experiences and adventures, they re also building self-esteem, developing interpersonal skills and making lasting friendships and memories. Summer is just around the corner, so sign up at the membership desk today!

3 Lake View YMCA 3333 North Marshfield, Chicago, IL Professionally Trained Staff Our caring counselors are professional role models Financial Assistance Available We believe every child should have the opportunity to experience Y camp ACA Accredited We maintain the highest standards regarding program safety and quality Swimming Kids cool off in the pool under the close watch of lifeguards Healthy Kids Focus Dedicated to building healthy, confident, connected and secure children REGISTRATION DATES/ INFORMATION YMCA Members: Begins Monday, March 2nd Non-members: Begins Monday, March 9th Registration: Registration can be done on-line or in person. One emergency packet is required for each child and must be completed and turned in by Monday, May 4th. If you register after this date the Emergency Packet is due at the time of registration. A nonrefundable, non-transferable deposit is due for each week of camp you are reserving at the time of registration. Camp Payments: Payments must be made in full 7 days prior to the start of each camp week. If payment is not made in full 7 days prior to the start of each camp week, you will be charged a $10 late fee. EARLY BIRD RATE SAVE 10% PER WEEK for registrations received prior to April 26, 2015 Extended Care Available Extended Care is available before and after hours to accommodate working parents, and is included in the price. Field Trips Unique opportunities to explore nature and experience new places 22 Locations in Chicagoland Close to where you live and work ACA STAFF RATIOS Camper Age Staff to Campers to to to 10 CAMP SESSION DATES Session Dates Weekly Themes 1 Jun Camp Kickoff 2 Jun 29-Jul 2* Stars & Stripes 3 Jul 6-10** Olympics 4 Jul Wacky & Wonderful 5 Jul Splish Splash 6 Jul Superheros 7 Aug 3-7 Animal Planet 8 Aug 10-14** YMCA's Got Talent 9 Aug Spirit Week 10 Aug Out of this World 11 Aug 31-Sep 4 Peace Out *No Camp Friday July 3rd **Parent s Night Cookout will be held at the Lake View YMCA July 10th at 6pm ***YMCA s Got Talent Variety Show will be held at the Lake View YMCA August 13th 6:30pm 3

4 KIDDIE KAMP KIDDIE KAMP PERKS! Included in the price of Kiddie Kamp camp is: FREE YMCA T-shirt Swim and recreational time KIDDIE KAMP Dates: June 22- Aug 14 Age: 3-5 Camp Hours: 9am-12pm or 1-4pm Location: Lake View YMCA Is your 3- to 5-year-old ready to try new things? Kiddie Kampers try new things every day thanks to our amazing learning experiences, designed to keep your child engaged and excited in camp. We have three different programs to choose from: M/W/F mornings or afternoons Tu/Th mornings ONLY A great introduction to summer camp packed into a fun-filled three hours a day. They will participate in arts and crafts, stories, songs, weekly swim time, group games and a trip to the park each week. See the growth in your child in one short summer as they encounter new people and experiences with the YMCA! Fees: Days Early Bird (M) Early Bird (NM) M/W/F $90 $150 T/Th $60 $100 Parent Orientation: Tuesday, June 9th at 6:30pm - Lake View Y Gym WHAT TO BRING Kiddie Kamp: Backpack with 2 straps Snack (No peanuts) Water bottle Sunscreen (Spray only please) Gym shoes Change of clothing Emergency medication One comfort item On swim days include: Swimsuit Towel Swim cap (If hair is longer than your ears) 4

5 DAY CAMP DAY CAMP PERKS! Included in the price of Lil' Explorers, Junior Adventure, Adventure, Specialty, and Teen Camp is: FREE YMCA T-shirt Swim and recreational time Field trips Extended care program for working parents DAY CAMP INFORMATION All camps run from 9am-4pm, with included extended hours from 7-9am and 4-6pm. Summer Day Camp is a super-lively, full-day enrichment program focused on quality, age-appropriate activities, safety and fun! Campers will experience new discoveries, develop new skills, and make new friends along the way. Kids stay motivated and are encouraged to make good choices by exercising independent thinking. Kids will learn new things while they make friends and have fun along the way. Each week is packed with an amazing variety of activities including field trips, swimming, themed special events, playing at local parks, creating crafts, exploring through science and nature activities, nutritional and fitness education, and more! WHAT TO BRING All Day Camps: Backpack Water bottle (please no soft drinks) Lunch Two snacks (No peanuts) Emergency medication Sunscreen Socks Gym shoes On swim days include: Swimsuit Swim cap Towel 5 LIL' EXPLORERS Dates: Jun 22-Sep 4 Age: 5 Camp Hours: Pre-Camp: 7-9am, Camp: 9am-4pm Post-Camp: 4-6pm Location: Lake View YMCA/Hamilton Elementary Field Trips: Wednesday We have several group activities planned each day, so kids learn to work and play together. With kindergarten right around the corner, Lil' Explorers work to develop social skills and learn how to work as a group. Fees: Early Bird (M) Early Bird (NM) $225 $275 Parent Orientation: Wednesday, June 10th at 6:30pm - Lake View Y Gym JUNIOR ADVENTURE Dates: Jun 22-Sep 4 Age: 6-8 Camp Hours: Pre-Camp: 7-9am Camp: 9am-4pm Post-Camp: 4-6pm Location: Lake View YMCA/Hamilton Elementary Field Trips: Wednesday We believe the values and skills learned early on are vital building blocks for quality of life. Because of Junior Adventure Camp, kids are taking more interest in learning and making smarter life choices. During camp, kids learn to share, work as a team and most importantly learn how to be themselves. That makes for confident kids today and contributing and engaged adults tomorrow. Fees: Early Bird (M) Early Bird (NM) $200 $250 Parent Orientation: Wednesday, June 10th at 6:30pm - Lake View Y Gym

6 N Paulina St DAY CAMP ADVENTURE CAMP Dates: Jun 22-Sep 4 Age: 9-11 Camp Hours: Pre-Camp: 7-9am Camp: 9am-4pm Post-Camp: 4-6pm Location: Lake View YMCA/Hamilton Elementary Field Trips: Wednesday The Y works every day to make sure that everyone has the opportunity to learn, grow and thrive. Parents desire a safe environment in which children can learn practical and social skills and develop positive values. Kids want to exert energy, discover who they are and what they can achieve and be accepted among one another. At Adventure Camp, we nurture life lessons in kids and work to develop character and leadership skills. Fees: Early Bird (M) Early Bird (NM) $200 $250 Parent Orientation: Wednesday, June 10th at 6:30pm - Lake View Y Gym TEEN CAMP Dates: Jun 22-Sep 4 Age: Camp Hours: Pre-Camp: 7-9am Camp: 9am-4pm Post-Camp: 4-6pm Location: Lake View YMCA/Hamilton Elementary Field Trips: Wednesday We believe that all kids deserve the opportunity to discover who they are and what they can achieve. That's why, through Teen Camp, youth today are cultivating the values, skills and relationships that lead to positive behaviors, better health and educational achievement. Our activities, which range from leadership development to sports and arts give you the opportunity to become a confident kid today and a healthier, happier grown-up tomorrow. Fees: Early Bird (M) Early Bird (NM) $200 $250 Parent Orientation: Wednesday, June 10th at 6:30pm - Lake View Y Gym Addison-Brown W Addison St 3 1 N Ashland Ave W Cornelia Ave ROSCOE VILLAGE N Damen Ave W Roscoe St W Belmont Ave N Ravenswood Ave Paulina W Barry Ave N Paulina St 4 2 Southport W School St W Melrose St N Lincoln Ave LAKE VIEW W Roscoe St W Barry Ave N Racine Ave 6 1) Hamilton Elementary 2) Burley Elementary 3) Lincoln/Addison Park 4) Library 5) Chi Che Wang Park 6) Hawthorn School W Wellington Ave N Ashland Ave N Damen Ave W Diversey Pkwy 5 W Diversey Pkwy 6

7 DAY CAMP Date Sport Misc. Art Sport Art (6-8yrs) (6-8yrs) (6-8yrs) (9-11yrs) (9-11yrs) Jun 22 Soccer LEGO Mania Theatre Basketball Jewelry Jun 29 Basketball We Dig Dinosaurs Painting Soccer Theatre Jul 6 Floor Hockey Wacky Science Jewelry Flag Football My Scrap Life Jul 13 Flag Football Where in the World? Dance Floor Hockey Babysitting Jul 20 Soccer Harry Potter Camp My Scrap Life Basketball Painting Jul 27 Dodgeball LEGO Mania Cheer Camp Baseball Cheer Aug 3 Baseball Space Camp Princess Academy Dodgeball Glee Aug 10 Basketball Under the Big Top Glee Soccer Dance SPECIALTY CAMPS Dates: Jun 22-Aug 14 Age: 6-8 & 9-11 Camp Hours: Pre-Camp: 7-9am Camp: 9am-4pm Post-Camp: 4-6pm Location: Lake View YMCA/Hamilton Elementary Field Trip: Wednesday Your child can choose one of our three options each week to try their hand at a new interest or adventure. Specialty activities will run from 9am-12pm with traditional camp activities after lunch. Specialty groups are limited in size, so be sure to register for your adventure early. Fees: Early Bird (M) Early Bird (NM) $225 $275 Parent Orientation: Thursday, June 11th at 6:30pm - Lake View Y Gym SPORTS SPECIALTY CAMP We are very excited to again offer Sports Specialty Camps. These camps are for campers looking for a stronger emphasis in a specific sport. All aspects of the game will be taught, with plenty of practice time as well as scrimmages and lots of action. Campers will learn good sportsmanship and teamwork, while strengthening their skills. Beginning players as well as experienced players will have a great time in camp. SPECIALTY CAMP OPTIONS Theater: Take your act to the stage. Campers will be introduced to the fine art of acting by participating in improv games, rehearsing scenes and conquering their stage fright. Lights, camera, action. Painting: Have you always wanted to paint but did not know the first thing about it? In this class you will learn everything to get started in the wonderful world of fine arts! You will learn to express yourself with colors and learn basic painting techniques. Jewelry Making: Accessories make an outfit! In this camp, you make the jewelry to jazz up any outfit. Learn to make bracelets, anklets, necklaces, earrings and more. Create for yourself or give as gifts. Dance: 5, 6, 7, 8... Dance! Throughout the week your child will be introduced to a variety of dance styles. They will learn the basics of each category and culminate the week with a choreographed routine. My Scrap Life: Bring your pictures, ideas and a smile for a week-long scrap-mania party! We will create a scrapbook of your choice from baby pictures, vacations or your best friend. With a variety of paper, stickers, buttons, ribbon and more, you won't want to leave the room. Cheerleading: For girls interested in developing cheer and tumbling skills. Campers will learn cheers, tumbling, and dance routines. No experience necessary! 7

8 DAY CAMP Princess Academy: During this magical week each camper seeks to earn the title of True Princess. We will use drama, dancing, and lots of arts and crafts as we explore several fairy tales as well as proper princess etiquette. Our week will culminate with a Royal Tea and Crowning Ceremony where our happy campers will dress and dine as true royalty. Glee: Join us for a week of singing and dancing to your favorite Glee songs! Learn to perform show-stopping numbers and discover what it takes to put together the type of performances you see each week on Glee! There will be dancing, acting and singing all wrapped up in a fun packed week. Babysitting: Learn all you need to know to be a family s dream babysitter. Babysitting is a great way to earn money and it s important to be prepared for all the adventures you may encounter. You will get to learn age appropriate cooking skills, games, activities, and arts-n-crafts to do when you supervise children. LegoMania: We love Legos! Campers will spend at least three hours a day building towers, mazes, bridges and testing their minds and imaginations with each new adventure. There will also be free-play time each day. We Dig Dinosaurs: Campers will jump into a time machine to experience all things Jurassic. From fossil hunting to matching dinosaur bones, children will have a dino-riffic week! Wacky Science: This camp is designed for exciting fun hands-on science activities. Your child will become a junior scientist for the week, having the opportunity to experience a variety of science adventures. Children will design, create, build and assemble a variety of interesting projects. Where in the World...: Get ready for adventure! Children will soak up the cultures of different areas without even leaving camp. Explore values and lifestyles through art, music, dance, games and cooking. Harry Potter: Dive in to the imaginative world of Harry Potter at the Lake View Y. Activities will be derived from your favorite Harry Potter scenes. Join us in our version of Quidditch, mix brews and potions (edible ones of course), dress up as their favorite character, and participate in our version of the Tri-Wizard Tournament. Space Camp: If you are an outer space fan this camp is for you. We will be exploring our galaxy as well as imagining other galaxies. Activities will vary, but may include special space games, launching rockets, designing solar systems, mapping our solar system, etc. Under the Big Top: Come one, come all to the greatest camp on earth! Join this wild and wacky circus troupe. Learn magic, funny tricks, learn about circus animals, arts & crafts and the science of what makes the circus fun. 8

9 POLICIES BEFORE/AFTER SCHOOL CARE REGISTRATION DATES/INFO Children participate in a balanced program of open play and structured activities while being supervised by well-trained and caring staff. Children get involved in a variety of learning activities in addition to program components such as, recreation, health enhancement, arts and humanities, nutritional snacks, character development, and homework assistance. YMCA School Age programs ensure that children are given a unique mix of activities that focus on developmental assets, the building blocks that teach children how to make positive and intelligent decisions throughout life. Registration begins May 18th for members, and June 1st for non-members. Registration must be done in person at the Lake View YMCA. Kiddie Kollege Time 1, 2, or 3 day option 9am-12pm Before School Care Burley (5-day) Chappell (5-day) Peirce (5-day) After School Care Audubon (5-day or 3-day) Burley (5-day or 3-day) Hamilton (5-day or 3-day) Peirce (5-day or 3-day) Time 7-8am 7-8:30am 7-8am Time 3-6pm 3-6pm 2:45-6pm 3-6pm FEES, TRANSFERS, CANCELLATIONS, REFUNDS For all camps, a non-refundable, nontransferable deposit per week must be paid for each week you register your child(ren). This is credited toward your camp fees. The balance of your fee is due 7 days prior to each scheduled week of camp. If payment in full is not made 7 days prior to the start of each camp week, you will be charged a $10 late fee. Transfers will be accommodated only if there is space available in the week you would like to transfer to. Cancellations will forfeit the non-refundable, non-transferable deposit. Refunds will be issued with a doctor's note. Refunds will not be issued for individual days missed. 9 SCHOLARSHIPS With the YMCA, everyone can afford to keep their kids healthy and safe this summer! Scholarships are available for those needing help to pay for camp through Action for Children. If you qualify, Action for Children assistance can be applied for all weeks of summer camp. Applications for assistance through Action for Children may be picked up at the Member Service Desk. You may also contact Action for Children directly at or by visiting Action For Children is state provided assistance. You do not have to be a YMCA member to qualify. If you do not qualify or were denied funds through Action for Children, you may apply for funds through the Lake View YMCA. Lake View has scholarships available through our Annual Campaign, which is supported by donations and gifts from staff, members and the community. YMCA Scholarship forms are available at the Member Services Desk. Assistance is based on annual income, family size, and supporting documentation. A non-refundable, non-transferable deposit per week is required to hold your child's spot in camp, even if you have applied for Action for Children or a YMCA Scholarship. This deposit may be applied to your co-pay. For more information on financial assistance or scholarships, contact us at THIRD PARTY PAYMENTS When Action for Children or Y scholarships are utilized for third party payments by camp families, approval must be received PRIOR to a camper's starting the program or the family will have to pay the camp fee in full. LIABILITY STATEMENT The YMCA of Metropolitan Chicago does not carry medical, accident, or loss of personal property insurance for any program participants, due to the fact that it would drastically increase the cost of our program fees. Please review the insurance policies that protect you and your family to be certain that proper coverage is in place.

10 2015 YMCA Summer Overnight Camp FUN & ADVENTURE START HERE Looking for an overnight, resident camp experience for your child or your family this summer? The YMCA of Metro Chicago has five resident camp options in beautiful pristine areas sure to provide special memories that last a lifetime. YMCA Camp Duncan Since 1921, Camp Duncan has provided safe, quality camping programs for boys and girls ages seven to 15 and Teen Adventure Camps for 15 to 17 year olds. All activities are geared to the developmental level of the campers. Camp Duncan is a co-ed, summer resident camp located near Fox Lake, Illinois, on 278 acres. YMCA Camp MacLean Camp MacLean is located just two miles east of Burlington, Wisconsin, just 20 minutes from Lake Geneva, on 247 acres of woods and grassland property. The camp offers fun and challenging activities such as swimming, climbing, boating, kayaking, archery, hiking, and much more. We also leave room for plenty of traditional programs, including sing-alongs, campfires and campouts. YMCA Camp Pinewood Traditional but up-to-date, Camp Pinewood features 16 cabins on a private, spring-fed lake, with every activity from sailing to horseback riding. The camp is nestled in the heart of the Manistee National Forest near Muskegon, Michigan. It s convenient but remote enough to ensure that everyone enjoys the natural beauty of the camp s 200-acre facility. YMCA Family Camp Nawakwa Family Camp Nawakwa offers a unique experience- an opportunity to bring together whole families, not just children, through camping. The camp sits on 180 acres of pristine forest lands, and includes wetlands and lakes with abundant wildlife. The camp is nestled in Lac du Flambeau, Wisconsin, which is home to the Band of Lake Superior Chippewa Indians. YMCA Camp Independence Camp Independence is a special place for campers age seven and up with spina bifida and other neurological disabilities. At camp kids become a community as they learn both how to be more independent and how to contribute to a group. At camp, we teach self-reliance, a love for nature, and the development of attitudes and practices that build character. Our counselors are dedicated to making sure camp is an amazing experience for every camper.

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2017 SUMMER DAY CAMP. IRVING PARK YMCA irvingparkymca.org 2017 SUMMER DAY CAMP IRVING PARK YMCA irvingparkymca.org IRVING PARK YMCA 4251 W. Irving Park Road, Chicago, IL 60641 773.777.7500 irvingparkymca.org Professionally Trained Staff Our caring counselors