WHERE ADVENTURE BEGINS Overnight Camp YMCA CAMP SILVER BEACH

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1 WHERE ADVENTURE BEGINS Overnight Camp YMCA CAMP SILVER BEACH

2 YMCA CAMP SILVER BEACH DREAM DESTINATION ON VIRGINIA S EASTERN SHORE At YMCA Camp Silver Beach, everything s included all your favorite foods, all your favorite sports and even all your favorite colors (if you like green trees, blue water and golden sunsets, that is). Located on Virginia s Eastern Shore, YMCA Camp Silver Beach is 151 amazing acres filled with forests, trees and wetlands and is surrounded by the seriously beautiful Chesapeake Bay. This is true paradise and best of all, it s just for kids and teens (and, okay, some pretty awesome counselors, lifeguards and instructors too). CSB is the place to be! Counselors and campers from all over journey to YMCA Camp Silver Beach each summer to make memories and friendships that last a lifetime. Set on 151 acres on the scenic Chesapeake Bay, you will experience water and land activities that will encourage and challenge you along the way. These include swimming, sailing, boating, climbing, zipping, skating, arts, science, drama and more. What dog tag awards will you earn? Campers enjoy fun-filled events including cabin nights, talent shows, ice cream socials, camp fires, House days and more. Will you be in House Fire Fly, Blue Crab, Pine or Osprey? As the summer season approaches the staff and I are working to enrich your Chesapeake Bay adventure by providing several new specialty camps. These programs were piloted in 2017 and are intended to provide a new experience for our tenured campers in grade 6 and up. These specialty camps will allow campers to gain a greater focus and knowledge base in programs like sailing, motor boating, lifeguarding and culinary arts. If it s an entirely new experience you re after try one of our Expedition camps. Does your camper like to go hiking and participate in white water rafting, paddle boarding or kayaking and sleeping in tents? Then our expedition camps are the programs for them. What adventure will your camper choose? Where will it lead them? I can t wait to welcome you to camp! Danny Vestal, Executive Director

3 WATER WATER EVERYWHERE You name the water sport, we ll name you ten more: paddle boarding, sailing, water skiing, banana boating, kneeboarding, wakeboard ing hey, we could keep this up all day. Speaking of all day, you ll find eagle-eyed CSB lifeguards on duty at all times. They know how to make it fun and keep it safe. After all, each one undergoes hours of training and practice with the nation s premiere water safety organization that s right: the Y. After enjoying all the Chesapeake Bay has to offer will you be looking for a nice, lazy day by the pool? Okay, but good luck just lounging around when there s a big water volleyball game going on and they re yelling for you to join in, or your friend s knees are knocking as she gets ready for her first 90-foot slide down Wet Willie, or the spray park is calling your name under the sultry summer sun. You can relax later. For now, you ve got two magnificent pools and a heart-thumping water slide calling your name. Camp Silver Beach to me is like a whole new world. A world where all you re concerned about is staying on the banana boat and what s for lunch. It s an escape. Sarah, age 14

4 REACH NEW HEIGHTS You re always up for a challenge, right? Imagine a climb straight up to the sky and then soaring across the heart of camp. That s our Alpine Tower adventure with giant swing and zip line! Not to worry, our counselors have their feet on the ground and know just what to do to encourage you and keep you safe. Safety always comes first you ll be outfitted in safety gear by our certified guides and instructed on basics from helmet to harness. At YMCA Camp Silver Beach, you ll develop trust and discover just how easy it is to handle life s little ups and downs when we re all in it together. DISCOVER We re wild about wildlife at YMCA Camp Silver Beach. You ll love discovering nature s hidden treasures in the water and woods. In fact, everything at camp is about discovery. Picture yourself tie-dying a tee. Taking up karate. Trying your hand at a new skill like archery. And, of course, talking about your awesome day over s mores around the campfire. Show off your kick flips and learn some new tricks at Olliewood Skate Park.

5 TAKE ADVENTURE TO THE NEXT LEVEL CSB Expedition Camps give rising 8th 11th graders the opportunity to find new adventures. Campers will spend most of their week off site hiking, camping, and building relationships through outdoor adventures. All gear will be provided. ROCK & RAFT The New River Gorge in West Virginia provides many opportunities for outdoor adventure including hiking, climbing and white water rafting. Each day will be a different adventure as campers get to sample much of what the area has to offer. This is a great trip for campers who want to push themselves and want to try several different activities. COASTAL TREK Campers will travel to North Carolina, an area with lots of flat easy trails, allowing campers to focus on using their skills and spend a day kayaking on the back bays. Campers looking to learn outdoor skills or get an introduction to outdoor adventure will enjoy this trip. BLUE RIDGE HIKE After leaving CSB, campers will be in the back country testing their skills at primitive sites for the week. Under the guidance of our staff, campers will push themselves and, in the process, gain a new appreciation for the natural beauty surrounding their excursion.

6 SPECIALIZE YOUR EXPERIENCE SKI SCHOOL Spend half a day learning to knee board, wake board or water ski. This is a great introduction to water sports. SAILING Sailing lessons in the classroom and on the water will prepare you to sail your own boat. WATER SPORTS Enjoy a week of water-skiing, knee boarding and wakeboarding. This is a great option for campers to build on their ski school experience. BOATING After learning the rules of the waterway, get behind the wheel and earn a Virginia Boaters License! SPECIALIZE YOUR EXPERIENCE Rising 6th to 11th grade spend four half days of your camp session learning and growing in your chosen activity. CULINARY From chopping and measuring to sautéing and serving, learn to create impressive meals! LIFEGUARD Learn rescue techniques and earn your certification in First Aid and CPR. Campers 14+ will earn the Y-Aquatic Safety Assistant certification!

7 GET MORE OUT OF CSB TWO WEEK CAMP Rising 6th 9th Graders stay with the same counselors and cottage mates for a deeper camp experience. There are more sunsets, more activities and more skill development during our two-week sessions. Most importantly, you ll have more time to forge bonds of friendship that are the heart of YMCA Camp Silver Beach. TEENS LEADERSHIP EXPERIENCES TEEN ADVENTURE CAMP Rising 9th 11th graders come together for three weeks of adventure and fun, while forming their own community here at camp. Teen Adventure Camp combines elements of leadership training, community service and personal growth. LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT Rising Juniors spend three weeks developing leadership skills through handson workshops, a hiking trip and working alongside counselors. This is a great program for campers wanting to one day work as a counselor at CSB. TRADITION Our House Tradition gives the campers, new or returning, young or old, a sense of belonging here at CSB that will continue throughout their camping years. Our houses, Osprey, Firefly, Pine and Blue Crab, all have their own spirit. This unique set-up provides leadership opportunities for the older kids, and a chance for children of all ages and backgrounds to build relationships that can last a lifetime. After my experience at Camp Silver Beach, I plan on finding a Food Bank near my home so I can get a chance to give back to the needy. Josh, age 11

8 A SNAPSHOT OF YOUR DAY 7:30am Rise and Shine 8:00am Breakfast 8:45am 2:30 5:30pm More Fun Land & Water Activities Raise the Flag; Pledge of Allegiance & Morning Assembly 6:00pm Supper 6:45 7:45pm An Incredibly Cool Activity 9:00am Noon Fun Land & Water Activities 7:45 8:45pm Let the Show Begin! 8:50 9:30pm 12:30pm Lunch Cabin Chatter and Devotions 1:30 2:30pm Chillin 9:30pm Sweet Dreams FOLLOW THE LEADER That s easy when they re the well-trained, well-traveled YMCA Camp Silver Beach counselors. Our energetic staff includes Coast Guard and US Sailingtrained counselors, international counselors and college students. Thanks to our 4 to 1 camper to staff ratio, there s always someone there to lend a hand or an ear. STAY SAFE Have no fear, mom and dad; the CSB Health Center is on call 24/7. Fully licensed nurses and doctors are always on hand to mend the bumps and bruises. SIGN ON Friends, fun activities, waterfront dining, air-conditioned cottages, an evening by the bonfire right about now you re asking yourself, Where do I sign up? Visit CampSilverBeach.org to learn more about YMCA Camp Silver Beach and meet the directors. View camp through our eyes and watch our video. Registration is easy. Camp application, session dates, medical forms, directions, a list of what to bring and more are all at your fingertips. Space is limited; register today! PROJECT 365 Project 365 is YMCA Camp Silver Beach s mission to ensure no child is ever denied the golden experience of a fun-filled week of summer camp due to his or her financial situation. To apply for assistance, or help give a child a summer to remember, visit campsilverbeach.org and click the Financial Assistance link in the Overnight Summer Camp tab.

9 MARYLAND Baltimore Washington 66 VIRGINIA 95 DELA Salisbury Charlottesville Pocomoke Sound Onancock 295 Richmond West Point CSB Exmore Jamesville Williamsburg 64 Chesapeake Bay Cape Charles Newport News Norfolk 13 Chesapeake Bay Bridge-Tunnel Virginia Beach 85 Suffolk Chesapeake 264 YMCA CAMP SILVER BEACH 6272 YMCA Lane, PO Box 69, Jamesville, VA P TF W CampSilverBeach.org YMCA Camp Silver Beach is part of the YMCA of South Hampton Roads, whose mission is to put Judeo- Christian principles into practice through programs that build healthy spirit, mind and body for all.

10 YMCA CAMP SILVER BEACH 2018 Summer Camp Registration Form Camper Information: Camper name: Name called: Sex: Home address: City: State: Zip: Male Female Home phone: Age at camp: Birth date: mm/dd/yyyy Rising grade level: (Fall 2018) Name of school: Has this camper attended CSB before? no How did you hear about CSB? School Family Friend Radio TV Mail Website YMCA Camp Fair (which?) Other If you are a YMCA member, to which Y do you belong? Were you referred by a friend or sibling? Let us know who, and we ll give you both a $50 discount:* **If possible, my camper would like to have the following cottage mate: (Cottages are assigned by age and grade level. Cottage requests must be mutual.) Would you like more information about hosting a home show? yes no *I understand that in order to qualify for the referral discount, the name of the referring friend must be included on the original application above. A one-time $50 discount applies to both referred and referring camper. **Camp Silver Beach administration believes meeting new friends and experiencing diversity is an integral part of the camp experience and reserves the right to determine cottage placement. I would like to register for the YMCA Camp Silver Beach sessions checked below: ONE-WEEK CAMPS Session 1 6/10 6/16 Session 2 6/17 6/23 Session 3 6/24 6/30 Session 4 7/1 7/7 Session 5 7/8 7/14 Session 6 7/15 7/21 Session 7 7/22 7/28 Session 8 7/29 8/4 Session 9 8/5 8/11 Session 10 8/12 8/18 Traditional Camp (ages 8 16) $870 Not Available $870 $870 $870 $870 $870 $870 Not Available $870 Expedition Camp (ages 13 16) Not Available Not Available MULTI-WEEK CAMPS Traditional Two-Week Camp (rising 6th 8th graders) Not Available Teen Adventure Camp (rising 9 11th graders) Leadership Development (rising 11th graders) Not Available Not Available $1,020 Rock & Raft $1,020 Coastal Trek $1,020 Blue Ridge Hike Not Available Not Available Not Available Not Available Not Available $1,700 TW1 $1,700 TW2 $1,700 TW3 Enrollment opens 8/28/2017 Enrollment opens 8/28/2017 Enrollment opens 8/28/2017 Not Available $2,625 TAC1 $2,625 TAC2 6/24 7/14. Enrollment opens 8/28/2017 7/15 8/4. Enrollment opens 8/28/2017 Not Available $2,625 LDP1 $2,625 LDP 2 6/24 7/14. Enrollment opens 8/28/2017 7/15 8/4. Enrollment opens 8/28/2017 Not Available OPTIONAL CAMP ADD-ONS Can be added on to traditional one-week or two-week camps. Ski School (ages 8 16) $100 Not Available $100 $100 $100 $100 $100 $100 Not Available $100 Specialty Camp (ages 11 16) Please circle one specialty topic for each session. Water Sports Not Available Water Sports, Boating or Lifeguard Water Sports, Culinary or Sailing Water Sports, Boating or Lifeguard Water Sports, Culinary or Sailing Water Sports, Boating or Lifeguard Water Sports or Sailing Water Sports Total Camp & Add-On Fees $ Minus YMCA Member Discount ($100/session) $ Early Bird Savings. Register by 12/15/17 and lock in 2017 prices. Sibling/Friend s Name Minus Sibling/Friend Discount ($50/one-time) $ YMCA CAMP SILVER BEACH PO Box 69, Jamesville, VA P F Register online! W campsilverbeach.org E info@campsilverbeach.org Total Amount Due $ Page 1 of 3

11 Transportation: Offered only to campers arriving by plane or bus. Transportation fees are due at the time of registration and are nonrefundable. Norfolk International Airport to Camp Silver Beach - $100 Camp Silver Beach to Norfolk International Airport - $100 Parent/Guardian Information: Mother/Guardian Name: Responsible Party? Yes No Primary Guardian? Yes No Address: City: State: Zip: Home phone: Work phone: Cell phone: Father/Guardian Name: Responsible Party? Yes No Primary Guardian? Yes No Address: City: State: Zip: Home phone: Work phone: Cell phone: In event of an emergency, contact (other than parent): Home phone: Work phone: Cell phone: Other addresses wishing to receive updates: Every child or teen deserves to go to camp! When you give to YMCA Camp Silver Beach, you are ensuring that children have the opportunity to develop confidence, make friends and discover their potential. As the nation s leading nonprofit for youth development, healthy living and social responsibility, the Y uses your gift to make a meaningful, enduring impact on the lives of 200 campers each year. Your tax-deductible contribution can be made as a one-time gift or be drafted monthly from your checking account or credit card. Yes, I will help send a child to YMCA Camp Silver Beach, with my gift of: $1,000 (Banner level: Put your child s name on the wall and show everyone your support.) $500 $250 $100 $50 Other $ Page 2 of 3

12 Fees Worksheet: Please total the amount due. Registration total from page 1: $ Transportation Fees from page 2: $ Tax-Deductible Contribution from page 2: $ Total Amount Due: $ All Camp Silver Beach fees must be paid in full by May 15, Ski School/Transportation Fees are due at time of registration. Step 1: Payment Method Check enclosed Mastercard Step 2: Payment Plans Payment in full Deposit only ($200/session and ski school fees) with balance due by May 15, 2018 and I authorize CSB to charge/draft my camper s balance on May 15, Deposit only ($200/session and ski school fees) with balance due by May 15, I will provide payment of balance by May 15, Monthly Payment Plan: # monthly payments of $ automatically drafted on the 15th of each month with final payment drafting no later than May 15, First month s draft will be on date of registration. Step 3: Account Details Cardholder/Accountholder Name: Credit Card Number: Bank Draft American Express Visa Discover Expiration Date: Bank Draft Routing #: Account #: Security Code: Step 4: Payment Authorization I authorize my bank (or credit card institution) to honor preauthorized Electronic Funds Transfer drawn by the YMCA of South Hampton Roads on my account for payments as indicated on page 3 of this application. When the bank honors the EFT by charging my account, such transfer shall constitute notice of payment due and my receipt for the payment. Should any preauthorized EFT not be honored by said bank when received by them, then it is understood that payment is to be made by me in the amount of said payment plus service charge. It is further understood that if such payment is not honored by the bank or credit card institution, then the YMCA of South Hampton Roads, at its discretion, may resubmit the amount due for payment on a future date. Accountholder/cardholder signature... Date (mm/dd/yyyy)... Please read and complete the following: Application MUST be signed for camper to be enrolled. I hereby request that my child (child s name) be accepted to attend YMCA Camp Silver Beach. I understand and am aware that my child will be participating in many physical activities and that the potential for accidents does occur. In consideration of acceptance to YMCA Camp Silver Beach, I indemnify and hold harmless Camp Silver Beach, the YMCA of South Hampton Roads, and/ or its staff, directors and officers from any and all liability, claims, damage, injury or illness sustained by my child, and I grant permission for Camp Silver Beach to provide or obtain medical attention for my child in the event of sickness or injury, and I understand accident insurance is not included in the camp fee. Should a camper require special medical treatment, prescriptions, or hospital care during the camp session, parent(s)/guardian(s) shall bear the expenses. I understand that a current CSB Health & Medication Form, found at CampSilverBeach.org, must be submitted to the camp office prior to my camper s participation. The form must include a physical exam date within 12 MONTHS of his/her time at camp and be signed by the examining medical professional. I agree that Camp Silver Beach may photograph and/or film my child for use in promotional and communication materials. I understand that as a registered Ski School, Teen Camp or Leadership Development Program participant, my child will be leaving Camp Silver Beach property in CSB/YMCA approved vehicles to area destinations for specialized programs. I understand that my child may participate in these activities: archery; riflery; skateboarding; roller blading; basketball; roller hockey; flag football; arts & crafts; paddleboarding; motor boating; swimming; sailing; kayaking, field sports; soccer; softball; volleyball; tennis; martial arts; dance; drama; music; waterskiing; Environmental Discoveries; and Alpine Tower. If choosing a monthly payment plan, no deposit is necessary to secure your camper s spot. Monthly payments are made using automatic credit card or checking account draft beginning in the month of registration; please include credit card or checking account information above. If choosing to pay the balance by May 15, 2018, a $200 deposit per session is required to secure your camper s spot. All camp fees are due and must be postmarked by May 15, You will receive periodic billings for your balance. If Camp Silver Beach is notified of cancellation prior to May 15, 2018, a $100 cancellation fee per session applies. If Camp Silver Beach is notified of cancellation after May 15, 2018, a $200 cancellation fee per session applies. If you register your camper after May 15, 2018, you are required to pay the full amount at the time of application. All returned checks are subject to a $25 service charge. Cash, personal checks, Visa, Mastercard, American Express or Discover are accepted for payments and deposits. Applicants who cannot be accepted due to a full session are notified and advised to select another session or join a waiting list. Cancellations do occur, and waiting list campers advance in the order applications are received. Additional information regarding transportation, what to bring, camper health forms, etc. will be made available online. A Parent Guide to help you prepare more effectively for your child s camp experience will also be available at Admission as a Camp Silver Beach camper carries many privileges and responsibilities. We expect campers to participate in the total life of camp to work, play and live together. We do not allow the use of tobacco, alcohol, illegal drugs, or weapons (other than arrows and rifles provided for camp activities under staff supervision). Application signifies understanding and acceptance of these responsibilities; violators will be dismissed without a refund. In addition, should a behavior or discipline problem affect our work with other campers or their enjoyment of Camp Silver Beach, we reserve the right to dismiss those campers responsible, without refund. The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), a contributor to YMCA Camp Silver Beach, prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability and sex in all of its programs and activities. Parent/guardian signature... Date (mm/dd/yyyy)... Page 3 of 3