CAMP CASSEY SUMMER CAMP GUIDE BEAR-GLASGOW FAMILY YMCA

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2 About Our Camp OUR CAMP PHILOSOPHY The Bear-Glasgow YMCA believes in providing comprehensive camp programs, which foster the social, cultural, physical and emotional development of children. Activities reflect the character values of caring, honesty, respect and responsibility. We create opportunities for children to enhance their self-esteem, build friendships, develop greater independence and give them a sense of their creative potential in a safe, fun and nurturing environment. CAMP STRUCTURE 6 locations: same great offerings! New in 2018, all YMCA of Delaware Camps will now be structured the same way. Whether you are spending time at home or down at the beach, your child will be in the same unit. EXPLORERS CAMP: Completed K-1 st Grades ADVENTURERS CAMP: Completed 2 nd -3 rd Grades VOYAGERS CAMP: Completed 4 th -5 th Grades PIONEERS CAMP: Completed 6 th -8 th Grades LEADER IN TRAINING (LIT) PROGRAM: Completed 9 th and10 th Grades TEXT ALERTS To receive text alerts with important camp information, to (302) MAIN PHONE (302) CAMP OFFICE (302) ONLINE 2 (302) 836-YMCA

3 WHAT WILL YOU DO AT Camp Cassey? CONNECT. Build lasting friendships and lifelong memories. CELEBRATE. Start each day at 9 a.m. with a fun-filled, high energy meeting. Every Friday, celebrate with an awards ceremony and spirit stick presentation. SWIM. Get your goggles ready! Each group will visit the outdoor pool at least once per day. 8 9 GO ON FIELD TRIPS. Take a trip to the movies, a bowling ally or even Sahara Sams! Field trips vary by group. See pages 8-12 for a full listing. HAVE THE BEST SUMMER EVER! Every day at Camp Cassey is full of fun filled activities with good friends LITERACY, MUSIC, SCIENCE AND NATURE. Visit learning stations each day where you will participate in fun, enriching activities using hands-on materials. PLAY GAMES. Shoot some hoops on the court with a game of Knockout, get sandy playing Gaga, or connect with a game of Connect 4. TEAM BUILDING. Visit the Team Building station which is designed to bring campers together to achieve a common goal. There will be a focus on emphasizing communication, listening and cooperative skills. NEW FOR 2018 ARCHERY & LOW ROPES COURSE! 7 ARTS AND CRAFTS. Explore your creativity at the art station each week. BEAR-GLASGOW FAMILY YMCA CAMP CASSEY

4 2017 Camp Cassey Staff At Camp Cassey, we believe that staff is our greatest resource. Each staff member undergoes a series of interviews, reference checks, and a complete background/criminal history check. Our Unit Directors are college students/ graduates who are working professionals in the fields of education and child development. All camp staff are at least 18 years of age with prior experience working with children. We provide each staff member with a minimum of 24 hours pre-camp training and ALL staff are certified in First Aid and CPR. CAMP PROGRAMING JOHN GILROY Camp Director jgilroy@ymcade.org COURTNEY HOY Senior Child Development Director choy@ymcade.org REGISTRATION & BILLING ANITA STEWARD asteward@ymcade.org ANTONIO THORNTON Assistant Camp and Teen Director athornton@ymcade.org BEN KETTNER bkettner@ymcade.org 4 (302) 836-YMCA

5 Welcome I am so excited that you have chosen Camp Cassey for your child this summer! Although this will be my first year as Camp Director at this location, I have experienced, worked with and coordinated camps for many years. Since my first camp experience with the Cub Scouts in Manchester England, I knew camp was a very special place. As I got older, I decided I wanted to experience a camp in America. In 2005, I went to work for Camp Arrowhead in Lewes, Delaware. Of course, I did not know where DE was exactly, but I packed my bags and was off! I enjoyed it so much that I came back the next two summers. I also met my now wife, the first summer. In January of 2012, I moved to Delaware full time and went to work for Soccer Shots as the Assistant Director and Lead Coach. There, I assisted with programming at the day care centers, schools, park programs and summer camps. Most recently, I was the Sports Director at the Dover Y. While at Camp Cassey, I plan to focus on staff training and quality programming, making sure all children have a positive experience at camp while making memories that last a life time (just like I did). Please feel free to contact me with any questions. Cheers, John Gilroy I am so excited to be returning to Camp Cassey for my 2nd year as the Assistant Camp Director. Although I am still fairly new to the Bear-Glasgow Family YMCA, I am no stranger to the camp environment. I started my camp experience after graduating college in May 2005 when I joined the Rocky Run YMCA summer camp team as a camp counselor. The following summers, I had great opportunities to be a Unit Director and to become the Camp Director of a satellite site in the Chester Community. In addition, I served as Camp Director at the West Chester YMCA and the Claymont Boys & Girls Club. This summer at Camp Cassey I will be focusing on day-to-day operations, parent communications and providing a safe and fun environment for the children. Please feel free to reach out to me at any time with any questions or concerns you may have. I look forward seeing you and your campers this summer. Sincerely, Antonio Thornton BEAR-GLASGOW FAMILY YMCA CAMP CASSEY

6 2018 Camp Cassey D A T E S CAMP REGISTRATION AND BEACH PARTY JANUARY P.M. Join us Friday, January 26th from 6-8 p.m. for our Camp Registration Kick-Off and Beach Party. There will be games, open swim and camp registration staff on-site to get you signed up for the BEST SUMMER EVER! REGISTRATION NIGHTS: Tuesdays, 5-7 p.m. January 30th - June 5th Camp Registrar s will be available at the Front Desk to answer questions and take registration paperwork. 100 DAYS TIL CAMP OPEN HOUSE MARCH P.M. HEALTHY KIDS DAY CAMP OPEN HOUSE APRIL P.M. Join us as we celebrate Healthy Kids Day, our national initiative to improve the health and wellbeing of kids. This event is open to the community and is a great opportunity to learn about our camp. CAMP ORIENTATION MAY P.M. Camp orientation will take place at the Bear-Glasgow Family YMCA s campsite, located behind the YMCA. You will have the opportunity to meet our camp director and ask questions regarding summer camp. An overview of camp will be given and information will be provided on daily schedules, newsletters, field trips, staff, and much more. MEET YOUR COUNSELOR NIGHT: JUNE P.M. Meet your counselor night will take place at the Bear-Glasgow Family YMCA s campsite, located behind the YMCA. You will have the opportunity to meet your children s counselors as well as all our activity specialists. ALL CAMP CELEBRATION WEEK 5: JULY 11 On this special day, all YMCA of Delaware campers join together to participate in camp games, sing-offs, inflatable bounces and water slides! Please be sure to send campers in their bathing suits with a labeled lunch. COLOR WARS WEEK WEEK 6: JULY During color wars week, we divide the entire camp into two teams; Red vs. Blue. Throughout the whole week, the camp will participate in fun competitions leading up to Friday s final performances of songs, dances and skits. Our kids and counselors always look forward to this exciting week of camp. COLOR WARS FAMILY NIGHT JULY 19 Join us at Camp Cassey, located behind the Bear-Glasgow Family YMCA. Come out and meet your children s friends while earning points for your camper s team. The YMCA will provide light refreshments and entertainment. 6 (302) 836-YMCA

7 FUN FRIDAY Each Friday campers are asked to join in the fun by dressing up for the Fun Friday theme of the week. This awesome camp tradition will encourage your child to get creative and be silly! WEEK 1: Superheros WEEK 2: Crazy Hair WEEK 3: TV/Movie Characters WEEK 4: Stars + Stripes WEEK 5: Camouflage WEEK 6: Color Wars Team WEEK 7: Crazy Hat WEEK 8: Mix Match WEEK 9: Summer Luau WEEK 10: Sports Teams WEEK 11: Camp Shirt for Autographs 2018 SUMMER CAMP SESSIONS Week 1: June Week 2: June Week 3: June Week 4: July 2-6 (no camp July 4th) Week 5: July 9-13 Week 6: July Week 7: July Week 8: July 30 - Aug 3 Week 9: Aug 6-10 Week 10: Aug Week 11: Aug BEAR-GLASGOW FAMILY YMCA CAMP CASSEY

8 TRADITIONAL CAMPS Full Member: $210 per week Program/ Non-Member: $265 per week EXPLORERS CAMP COMPLETED K - 1ST GRADE Explorers camp is for the younger campers who are ready for a full-day camp experience. Campers will be outdoors, experiencing a wide variety of hands-on fun. Daily activities include arts and crafts, swimming, reading, singing, sports, games and visits to our activity specialists. Campers in Explorers will have on-site field trips most weeks. STAFF TO CAMPER RATIO - 1:6 WEEKLY TRIPS (THURSDAYS): Week 1 (June 11-15): Dance Party Week 2 (June 18-22): Wet-n-Wild Week 3 (June 25-29): Wild West Week 4 (July 2-6): Jungle John Week 5 (July 9-13): Camp Celebration Week 6 (July 16-20): Lums Pond Week 7 (July 23-27): Moon Bounce Mania Week 8 (July 30- Aug 3): Mad Science Week 9 (Aug 6-10): Camp Carnival Week 10 (Aug 13-17): Magician Week 11 (Aug 20-24): Movies ADVENTURERS CAMP COMPLETED 2ND - 3RD The Adventurers group is for the slightly older camper who is ready to explore a bit more of our camp area! These campers will participate in hands-on activities including art, science exploration, sports and games, and will regularly visit our activity specialist. Adventurers will also go on an off-site trip each week. STAFF TO CAMPER RATIO - 1:8 WEEKLY TRIPS (THURSDAYS): Week 1 (June 11-15): Betty s Bounces Week 2 (June 18-22): Sahara Sam s Week 3 (June 25-29): Bowling Week 4 (July 2-6): Franklin Institute Week 5 (July 9-13): Camp Celebration Week 6 (July 16-20): Lums Pond Week 7 (July 23-27): Camp Tockwogh Week 8 (July 30- Aug 3): Family Fun Galaxy Week 9 (Aug 6-10): Linvilla Orchards Week 10 (Aug 13-17): Movies Week 11 (Aug 20-24): Dutch Wonderland 8 (302) 836-YMCA

9 VOYAGERS CAMP COMPLETED GRADES 4TH -5TH Voyager campers will participate in hands-on activities including art, science exploration, sports, and games and will regularly visit our activity specialists. They will learn to work cooperatively as a group and develop new skills through trying new things. Campers will go on an off-site trip each week. STAFF TO CAMPER RATIO -1:10 PIONEERS CAMP COMPLETED GRADES 6TH -8TH Pioneer campers will participate in hands-on activities including art, science exploration, sports and games and will regularly visit our activity specialists. Our Pioneer campers are given the opportunity to lead and complete more challenging activities and are given time to hang out with their friends. Campers will go on an off-site trip each week. STAFF TO CAMPER RATIO -1:10 WEEKLY TRIPS (WEDNESDAYS): Week 1 (June 11-15): Family Fun Galaxy Week 2 (June 18-22): Camp Tockwogh Week 3 (June 25-29): Jungle Jim s Week 4 (July 2-6): Movies Week 5 (July 9-13): Camp Celebration Week 6 (July 16-20): Lums Pond Week 7 (July 23-27): Funplex Week 8 (July 30- Aug 3): Roller Skating Week 9 (Aug 6-10): Bowling Week 10 (Aug 13-17): Splash World Week 11 (Aug 20-24): Laser Dome WEEKLY TRIPS (TUESDAYS): Week 1 (June 11-15): Laser Dome Week 2 (June 18-22): Franklin Institute Week 3 (June 25-29): Camp Tockwogh Week 4 (July 2-6): Camden Aquarium Week 5 (July 9-13): Camp Celebration Week 6 (July 16-20): Lums Pond Week 7 (July 23-27): Sahara Sam s Week 8 (July 30- Aug 3): Arnold s Week 9 (Aug 6-10): Bowling Week 10 (Aug 13-17): Splash World Week 11 (Aug 20-24): Funplex NOTE: ALL TRIPS ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE BEAR-GLASGOW FAMILY YMCA CAMP CASSEY

10 SPECIALTY CAMPS Full Member: $260 per week Program/ Non-Member: $335 per week COMPLETED GRADES 2ND THROUGH 4TH Week 7 (July 23-27): PLANES, TRAINS & AUTOMOBILES Get into high gear as we tour Dover Downs Speedway and take flight at the helicopter museum. We will also climb aboard the Wilmington Western Railroad for an adventure on the rails. Week 2 (June 18-22): DEEP SEA ADVENTURE Find out what lurks deep below the waters in this deep sea adventure. First, travel to the Adventure Aquarium in Camden and enjoy their 4D theater. Next, experts from the Museum of Natural History will present their Under the Sea program. Finally, travel to the National Aquarium in Baltimore to enjoy their Dolphin Show. Week 3 (June 25-29): TECH STARS CODING WITH SCRATCH JR Campers will program their own interactive stories and games. They will learn to solve problems, design projects and express themselves creatively on the ipad. Creating Animal races, spooky forests, dance parties and basketball games are just some of the projects we will explore. Week 4 (July 2-6): ZOO MANIA If you love unique animals, this is the camp for you! We will visit the Philadelphia Zoo and the Brandywine Zoo. Week 5 (July 9-13): AHOY, PIRATES! Ahoy Matey! Take off on a deep sea adventure this week disguised as a pirate. Search for buried treasure but be on your guard for a few surprise appearances. This camp will travel to the Pirates of Lewes and the Urban Pirates of Baltimore. Yo Ho, Yo Ho, a pirate s life for me! Week 6 (July 16-20): TECH STARS WE DO 2.0 ENGINEERING This next level camp will use the brand new LEGO WeDo2.0 Kits and Software. Our LEGO builds are connected via Bluetooth so your Mars Rovers, Bulldozers and Frogs have new found mobility. Week 8 (July 30 - Aug 3): FOOD FEST Travel to Grotto s Pizza and make your own pizza lunch, learn how potato chips are made at the Herr s Factory and visit Half Baked to decorate cupcakes for dessert. Week 9 (Aug 6-10): CREATION STATION Get ready to let your imagination run wild at our creation station. Join fellow artists as you work on fun projects throughout the week. Projects will include pottery making, painting, and t-shirt tie-dying. Week 10 (Aug 13-17): DREAM VACATION Do you wish you could go on all the best trips in one week? Now you can! Travel to the most popular places of the summer for bowling and laser tag at Family Fun Galaxy, and Waterpark fun at Sahara Sam s. To top off this dream, you will take a limo ride to the movies on Friday! 10 (302) 836-YMCA

11 COMPLETED GRADES 5TH THROUGH 7TH Week 2 (June 18-22): TECH STARS MINECRAFT MODS & REDSTONE This camp is for serious Minecrafters only. We will experiment and critically evaluate mods, shaders and resource packs as a way to alter the appearance and physics of the game. Each student will go home with a copy of their own custom resource pack and a new appreciation of what goes into the Minecraft experience. Week 3 (June 25-29): WATER X-TREME Experience X-Treme camp on the water! Travel to Wilderness Canoes for tubing on the Brandywine River, to Jungle Jim s Water Park, and to YMCA Camp Tockwogh for water fun on the Chesapeake. Are you ready for Water X-Treme? Week 4 (July 2-6): GREAT ESCAPE Break out of your comfort zone as we take on the ropes course at Camp Tockwogh and break out of an escape room. Week 5 (July 9-13): X-TREME Have a new adventure as you participate in extreme obstacle courses at the Hanby Outdoor Center, laser tag at Laserdome and rock climbing at the Delaware Rock Gym. Plus, get ready for some friendly competition! Week 6 (July 16-20): CREATION STATION Get ready to let your imagination run wild at our creation station. Join fellow artists as you work on fun projects throughout the week. Projects will include pottery making, painting, and t-shirt tie-dying. Week 7 (July 23-27): FOOD FEST Travel to Grotto s Pizza to make your own pizza lunch, learn how potato chips are made at the Herr s Factory and make your own cupcakes for dessert at Half Baked! Week 8 (July 30 - Aug 3): TECH STARS STEM ADVENTURES IN BUILDING & PROGRAMMING This hands-on exploration of engineering and coding combines building with LEGOs and programing with Pico Blocks created in the MIT Media Lab. Campers will be exposed to a variety of technologies building dragons, carnivals rides and more! Week 9 (Aug 6-10): DREAM VACATION Do you wish you could go on all the best trips in one week? Now you can! Travel to the most popular places of the summer for bowling and laser tag at Family Fun Galaxy, and waterpark fun at Sahara Sam s. To top off this dream, you will take a limo ride to the movies on Friday! Week 10 (Aug 13-17): NIGHT AT THE MUSEUM Tour the areas coolest museums. Trips to the Franklin Institute, Academy of Natural Sciences and the Hagley Museum are just the start of this adventure. BEAR-GLASGOW FAMILY YMCA CAMP CASSEY

12 SPORTS CAMP Full Member: $260 per week Program/ Non-Member: $335 per week Sports camps teach children the basic skills to succeed in their favorite sport. They will learn the fundamentals of the game and the various positions, rules, and regulations. Campers will participate in daily warm-ups, practice skills, learn new drills, play scrimmages, and enjoy friendly games. They will also have a weekly field trip and swim times. AGES: Completed grades 2nd - 8th STAFF TO CAMPER RATIO: Approximately 1:8 WEEK SPORTS CAMP FIELD TRIP (Tuesdays) Y OF DE PLAYDAY (Thursdays) SPECIAL EVENT (Friday) Week 2 (June 18-22) Flag Football Lincoln Financial Field Week 3 (July 25-29) Soccer Foot Golf Week 4 (July 2-6) Swimming Splash World Brandywine YMCA Bear-Glasgow Family YMCA Western Family YMCA Punt, Pass, Kick PK Shootout Swim Meet Week 5 (July 9-13) Basketball Wells Fargo Center Dover YMCA Skills Challenge Week 6 (July 16-20) Baseball/ Softball Baseball Game Middletown Family YMCA Home Run Derby Week 7 (July 23-27) Dodgeball Impact Sports Brandywine YMCA Dodgeball Tournament Week 8 (July 30-Aug 3) Basketball Camp Tockwogh Dover YMCA 3 Point Contest Week 9 (Aug 6-10) Volleyball Camp Tockwogh Week 10 (Aug 13-17) All Sports TBD Bear- Glasgow Family YMCA Western Family YMCA Skills Challenge Multi-Sport Challenge Week 11 (Aug 20-24) Basketball TBD TBD 3 Point Contest 12 (302) 836-YMCA (302) YMCA

13 ALL SPORTS Can t decide which sport you want to play? No problem. Join us this week as we play as many sports as we possibly can. Plus, enjoy a field trip to Putters Paradise for a round of miniature golf! Equipment needed: None BASEBALL/SOFTBALL Come on out and enjoy America s favorite pastime. Learn the basic fundamentals of this great game. Our special event for this camp will be a home run derby! Equipment needed: Baseball/Softball Glove BASKETBALL This camp is a perfect introduction to the game of basketball. It will focus on ball handling, passing, shooting, and much more. Along with learning the fundamentals, get ready for fun tournaments and games. The fun won t stop there because this camp will be participating in a play day with the other YMCA of Delaware camps. Equipment needed: None DODGEBALL/AGILITY Learn the many variations of this very popular camp game from Doctor Dodgeball to Gaga. Plus, campers will participate in a Dodgeball tournament at the end of the week. This camp is designed for fun while working on speed and agility skills. Equipment needed: None. FLAG FOOTBALL Be prepared to show off your skills with this fast paced non-contact sport. During the week, we will have our own punt, pass, and kick competition as well as participate in a play day with the other YMCA of Delaware camps. Equipment needed: None SOCCER Kick off the summer with our soccer camp. Learn the game of soccer and the basic skills and fundamentals needed to help improve your game. From passing to shooting, this week will be filled with excitement. Equipment needed: Shin Guards SWIMMING Swimmers, take you mark; GO! This exciting camp is designed for kids who want to improve their swimming stroke. Campers will learn proper swimming techniques and also participate in fun pool games. Requirements: Camper must be able to swim and be at a Green Band Swimmer level. VOLLEYBALL Volleyball camp will teach the fundamentals of the game to help improve campers overall skill levels. Throughout the week campers will participate in drills, fun mini-games, and real volleyball matches. This camp will take a field trip to YMCA Camp Tockwogh to play on their beach volleyball court! Equipment needed: Knee Pads BEAR-GLASGOW BEAR-GLASGOW FAMILY YMCA FAMILY SUMMER YMCA DAY CAMP CAMP CASSEY

14 TEEN PROGRAMS Full Member: $230 Program/ Non-Member: $275 DATES: Session 1: June 18 July 13 (No camp July 4th) Session 2: July 16 August 10 Teen programs at Camp Cassey give high school students the chance to have fun while learning real interpersonal skills that will serve them for the rest of their lives. Participants will be able to highlight their experience and service hours in college essays and interviews. LIT (LEADER IN TRAINING) PROGRAM AGES: Completed 9th and 10th Grade Our LIT participants will learn teamwork oriented leadership through a variety of hands-on workshops and volunteer projects. They will work closely with younger campers and will go on weekly field trips with the Explorers group. In addition to day camp, the LIT s will enjoy an overnight stay at Camp Tockwogh where they can celebrate as a group! Staff will mentor and coach each LIT. They will work closely with each camper and provide feedback and insight into their efforts. Through daily leadership workshops and working with our younger campers, teens will soon discover what it means to be a leader. 14 (302) 836-YMCA

15 Maryland YMCA OF DELAWARE MEMBERS SAVE $100 OFF ONE AND TWO WEEK SESSIONS! ADVENTURE AWAITS AT CAMP TOCKWOGH! Overnight camp on the beautiful Cheasapeake Bay OVERNIGHT SUMMER CAMP Sessions Start June 20, 2018 Mini Camp: COMPLETED GRADES K-5 Traditional Camp: COMPLETED GRADES 2-9 At Camp Tockwogh, we work hard to create a positive experience full of friends, the great outdoors and new adventures. Campers will enjoy tons of activities including SAILING, WATERSKIING, HORSEBACK RIDING, ARTS & CRAFTS, ROPE COURSES, SWIMMING, CAMPFIRES AND MORE! With multiple options to choose from, including one or two week Overnight Camp, three day Mini Camp, or Tickwogh Sail and Ski, we have something for everyone! TICKWOGH SAILING CAMP COMPLETED GRADES 7-10 Tickwogh is perfect for campers who want to hone their sailing skills. Our experienced instructors work with each camper to meet individualized goals through small group instruction, interactive lessons, hands-on drills and water games in the beautiful Chesapeake Bay. RETREATS Camp Tockwogh is the perfect venue for weddings, educational field trips, family reunions, church groups, scouting groups and corporate events. We offer dozens of reasonably priced rustic cabins, year round meeting spaces and tons of facilitator led programs that everyone will be sure to enjoy! TEEN LEADERSHIP PROGRAMS COMPLETED 10TH AND 11TH GRADE Our CIT (Counselor-In- Training) and LIT (Leader -in-training) programs are focused on helping youth develop valuable life skills while creating friendships and memories that will last a lifetime. Teens will participate in daily leadership workshops, service learning opportunities and enjoy an off-site one night trip. Chesapeake Bay FAMILY CAMP Memorial Day Weekend: May Summer s End: August Join us for a family vacation that everyone will love! Together you will enjoy all the Tockwogh activities including sailing, waterskiing, horseback riding, arts & crafts, ropes courses and more! We ll bring the food, lodging, activities and FUNyou bring the family. Middletown For more information and to register for the best summer yet, visit Dover YMCA CAMP TOCKWOGH Still Pond Neck Rd., Worton, MD (410) BEAR-GLASGOW FAMILY YMCA CAMP CASSEY

16 EMPOWERING FAMILIES TO LIVE HEALTHIER Healthy Weight and Your Child Program Healthy Weight and Your Child is a four month evidence-based program for children with obesity. This program empowers 7-13 year olds, with the support of their families, to reach a healthy weight and live a healthier lifestyle. Pre-registration and healthcare provider approval are required. TO QUALIFY FOR PARTICIPATION IN THIS PROGRAM: Child must be 7-13 years old Child must carry excess weight with a body mass index of the 95th percentile or higher Child must receive medical clearance from a healthcare provider or school nurse Parent/Caregiver MUST attend all sessions For details and fee information, contact the Healthy Living Department at (302) or healthyliving@ymcade.org (302) 836-YMCA

17 BE A HERO DONATE TODAY ymcade.org Every day, we work side-by-side with our neighbors to make sure that everyone, regardless of age, income or background, has the opportunity to learn, grow and thrive. When you give to the Y, you strengthen our community. Your contribution opens doors not only for kids, but also for families, adults and senior citizens alike. Your gift is used to provide financial assistance to those in our community who are unable to afford the cost of membership, summer camp and other YMCA programs. How do I get financial assistance? Contact the nearest YMCA branch and request an Open Doors financial assistance application or download it at BEAR-GLASGOW FAMILY YMCA CAMP CASSEY

18 FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS WHERE IS THE CAMP LOCATED? Camp Cassey is a predominately outdoor day camp that rotates through stations behind the Bear-Glasgow Family YMCA. WHAT ARE THE CAMP HOURS? Monday - Friday from 9 a.m.- 4 p.m. with extended care available from 7 a.m.- 6 p.m. at no additional charge. Camp begins on June 11th and ends on August 24th. HOW OLD DO YOU HAVE TO BE TO ATTEND CAMP? Completed Kindergarten - 10th grade You must have completed the required grade for each camp prior to the camp week you wish to attend. WHY DO YOU NEED MY ? You will receive the following information through your account: Confirmation/billing schedule Receipts Camp updates HOW DOES THE WAIT-LIST WORK? You are placed on the wait-list if the camp is sold out. There is no charge to be on the wait list, but your camp paperwork must be turned into the office. The YMCA registrar office will contact you if a spot opens, and at that time, you can either accept or decline. If you accept, then your payment is due. If you decline, the YMCA will move to the next person on the wait list. WHAT SHOULD MY CHILD WEAR? Comfortable, lightweight clothing and sneakers should be worn each day. A towel and bathing suit need to be packed daily. Old clothes and shoes are recommended. Please be sure everything is labeled with your child s name. WHAT TO BRING TO CAMP? Lunch in a small cooler Large drink/water bottle Bathing suit and towel Sunscreen and sneakers WHAT NOT TO BRING TO CAMP? Children should not bring money, toys, hand-held games, electronic devices, headsets, pets, weapons of any kind including knives and aerosol cans. HOW TO PREVENT SUNBURN? Please send your camper with non-medicated, waterproof sunscreen which should be applied before and during camp. Our Camp Staff is NOT permitted to provide, share or apply sunscreen on any camper unless a parent/guardian has signed the release. Parents are encouraged to show their camper how to apply the sunscreen on areas that may be exposed to the sun. All sunscreen must be clearly marked with your camper s name and in the original container. Parents should also consider hats, short and/or long sleeve shirts, and an extra shirt for swimming for children who are sensitive to the sun. In addition to campers using their own sunscreen, we have a sunscreen station available for campers during afternoon swim. Counselors may apply with parent consent. HOW DO CAMPERS STAY HYDRATED? We encourage everyone to bring a water bottle daily. Campers will move around outside during the day and having a water bottle to stay hydrated is very important. There are plenty of water refill stations and water fountains at our camp. Please remember to label your child s water bottle. 18 (302) 836-YMCA

19 IS CAMP OPEN ON RAINY DAYS? Yes! Activities are scheduled in case of inclement weather. Camp has use of the gym or classroom space if needed. When choosing clothing, please consider that Camp Cassey is an outdoor camp and campers will most likely come home dirtier than usual on rainy days. HOW ARE CAMPERS GROUPED FOR TRADITIONAL CAMP? Campers are separated into groups by grade level. If you have a special request to group two children together who are close in age, please indicate it on your registration form. Not all requests will be guaranteed. WHY IS YOUR CAMP CALLED CAMP CASSEY? Our Summer Day Camp is named after John Cassey who was the Executive Director at the Western Family YMCA and the Vice President of Operations for the YMCA of Delaware in the nineties. John Cassey played an integral role in starting the Bear- Glasgow Family YMCA. We were honored to name our camp after such a caring and respectable man after his passing away in the late nineties. Today, we carry on the name and the character values set forth by John Cassey. BEAR-GLASGOW FAMILY YMCA CAMP CASSEY

20 CAMP PROCEDURES SIGN-IN & SIGN-OUT For the safety of every child, parents are required to sign their child in and out of camp every day. Curbside drop-off is available from 7 a.m. to 9 a.m. EARLY DISMISSAL The early dismissal book must be completed for any children who are leaving camp prior to 4 p.m. Children will be ready for pick-up at the stated time. Arrangements must be made for early dismissals that occur during field trip hours. LATE PICK-UP POLICIES & FEES Camp ends at 6 p.m. Anyone who arrives late will be charged a late pick-up fee. There is a $15 fee for arrivals between 6-6:15 p.m. and an additional $15 fee for each consecutive15 minutes. Parents who arrive late will be asked to sign a late pick-up form. AMERICAN CAMPING ASSOCIATION All camps run at the Bear-Glasgow Family YMCA are proud to be accredited by the American Camp Association. Developed exclusively for the camp industry, this nationally recognized program focuses on quality, health and safety issues, and requires us to review every facet of our operation. Camp Cassey has voluntarily submitted to this independent appraisal, conducted by camp experts, and has earned this mark of distinction. FIELD TRIPS All campers are expected to attend all off-site trips as they are scheduled. On field trip days, please encourage your child to wear their camp t-shirt. A weekly newsletter will be provided each Monday of camp, listing the weekly field trips. Due to travel time, the camp day may be extended beyond 4 p.m. Please do not send money with your child on field trips. MEDICATION If your child needs medication during the camp day, please bring the medication in its original container with your child s name. You will be asked to complete a medical form on the first day you drop the medication off at camp. Please do not leave the medication with your child. All medication is kept in the medical box located by the sign-in/out area. SICKNESS OR INJURY PROCEDURES 1. Sick children are not permitted to attend camp. 2. Whenever it is necessary to contact you due to sickness or emergency, we will first contact the numbers provided and then proceed to the emergency numbers listed on the child s enrollment forms. 3. If a minor injury (i.e. small cut or bruise) occurs during the day, an injury report will be filled out and the parent/guardian will be notified during pick-up. If a more severe injury occurs during the camp day, parents will be immediately contacted about the situation. BEHAVIOR MANAGEMENT It is the goal of our YMCA to provide a healthy, safe, and secure environment for all day camp participants. The YMCA teaches the core values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility. Children who attend the program are expected to follow the behavior guidelines and interact appropriately in a group setting. TERMINATION A child s participation in the program may be terminated if: His/her behavior is chronically disruptive or poses a danger to him/ herself, others, or the program. He/she is picked up late (after 6 p.m.) excessively. His/her tuition is not paid by the appropriate due date. 20 (302) 836-YMCA

21 LOST & FOUND Lost and found items will be displayed each morning at the Camp Office. All lost articles will be put in containers at the end of each day. Items that are not claimed will be donated or thrown away. PARENTS, PLEASE LABEL EVERYTHING THAT COMES TO CAMP WITH YOUR CHILD. LUNCH PACKING DAILY There are no refrigerators or microwaves available. Packing a lunch in an insulated bag is recommended. FREE SNACK Afternoon snack will be available this summer. Families should pack a snack if your child has the following: Food Allergies Child does not like the snack being offered Snack being offered is not enough for your child The following is a sample menu of snacks that will be provided during the summer: Juice: 100% juice, 6oz Snack: Cereal Bar, Cheese Crackers, Pretzels, or Goldfish. SWIM TESTING PROCEDURES All children ages 14 and under are required to take a swim test and wear the appropriate band color associated with their swimming ability. The swim test is one length of the pool, swimming on their stomach, followed by a 30 second tread. Swimmers will be accompanied by lifeguards during this test and will not be forced to take the test if they are uncomfortable. They may retest at any time, but are limited to one test per day. YELLOW - Any swimmer able to swim half a length, but not a full length, and tread water for 30 seconds. These campers will only be permitted to swim in the Red and Yellow sections, should wear a life jacket anywhere they cannot stand comfortably, and may use the slide if over 48 tall. GREEN - Any swimmer able to swim a full length and tread water for 30 seconds. Green banded campers may swim in any pool section and use the slide at the complex. BEAR-GLASGOW FAMILY YMCA CAMP CASSEY

22 GENERAL INFORMATION CAMP AGES AND FEES CAMP GRADE COMPLETED FULL MEMBER PROGRAM/ NON MEMBER EXPLORERS K - 1ST GRADE $210 $265 ADVENTURERS 2ND-3RD GRADE $210 $265 VOYAGERS 4TH-5TH GRADE $210 $265 PIONEERS 6TH-8TH GRADE $210 $265 SPORTS CAMP 2ND-8TH GRADE $260 $335 SPECIALTY CAMP 2ND-7TH GRADE $260 $335 LEADERS IN TRAINING 9TH & 10TH GRADE $500 (per session) $700 (per session) PAYMENT SCHEDULE CAMP SESSIONS BANK DRAFT Week 1: June May 15 Week 2: June June 1 Week 3: June June 1 Week 4: July 2-6 June 15 Week 5: July 9-13 June 15 Week 6: July July 1 Week 7: July July 1 Week 8: July 30 - Aug 3 July 15 Week 9: Aug 6-10 July 15 Week 10: Aug August 1 Week 11: Aug August 1 DEPOSITS: A $40 deposit is due per child, per week, to reserve your spot. ALL DEPOSITS ARE NON-REFUNDABLE and cannot be APPLIED to additional weeks. ANNUAL CAMPAIGN Each branch of the YMCA of Delaware sponsors an annual giving campaign known as the Annual Campaign. With your help, kids and families in need have the opportunity to participate in nurturing and value-based programs, such as Summer Day Camp. If you would like to make a gift, please call our office at (302) All contributions are tax deductible. Thank you for investing in the future of Delaware s children. 22 (302) 836-YMCA

23 OPEN DOORS FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE PROGRAM Thanks to our Annual Campaign contributing donors, financial assistance is available. Scholarship forms are available at the Member Service desk or online. Assistance is given on a first-come, first-serve basis and is determined by financial need. Financial documents requested on the forms must accompany your Financial Assistance application in order to be processed. Applications must be received prior to camp registration. PURCHASE OF CARE Purchase of Care is accepted on a first come, first serve basis for Traditional Camp only. POC Registration Criteria: All past due balances must be paid prior to registration. Current authorization form from the State of Delaware must be provided at the time of registration. Completed registration forms must be submitted. POC Contract must be signed with the YMCA prior to starting. A non-refundable field trip fee of $20 per week, per child, must be provided. CANCELLATION POLICY: Any cancellation or change must be submitted in writing one week prior to the change or cancellation date. All changes are subject to space availability and are not guaranteed. All deposits are non-refundable. Without proper notification, all money paid will not be refunded. See cancellation and change form online. REGISTRATION REGISTRATION BEGINS Friday, January 26 HOW DO I REGISTER? Register online at or at the Member Services Desk. REGISTRATION CHECK LIST: All past due balances must be paid prior to registration. Register online at or in person at the Member Services Desk. Provide a non-refundable deposit of $40 per week, per child. Cash, check, credit and debit cards are accepted. NOTE: All deposits and field trips are non refundable. Camp must be paid in full two weeks prior to the start of the registered week. Payment option must be selected on registration form. PAYMENT OPTION #1 - Automatic Deduction (Payments taken from checking, savings, credit or debit card supplied) PAYMENT OPTION #2 - Pay in Full Provide child s current shot record prior to camp beginning. Be sure we have a valid address on file. REGISTRATION DEADLINES: Camp registrations are due two weeks prior to the Monday of the desired week. AFTER THE REGISTRATION REQUIREMENTS ARE MET: You will receive an indicating registration confirmation, additional information needed or wait listing options if space is full. PAYMENT PROCEDURE: The remainder of each week s fee is due two weeks prior to the beginning of the session. If the entire weekly fee is not paid off in full 2 weeks prior, your camp will be canceled and the next person on the wait list will be added. If there is no wait list and there is still a spot available, a $25 late fee per child will be assessed. BANK DRAFT: All camp balances can be set up for automatic withdrawal from your bank s checking, savings, and debit/credit card account. If you register online, you will automatically be setup for Bank Draft. For any automatic withdrawals that are returned, those camp weeks will be canceled. If there is no wait list and there is still a spot available, a $25 late fee per child will be assessed. CANCELLATION & CHANGE REQUIREMENTS: Any cancellation or change must be submitted in writing two weeks prior to the change or cancellation date. For example, cancellation for week three would need to be received in writing by the Monday of week one. All changes are subject to space availability and are not guaranteed. Please remember, when canceling, all deposits are non-refundable. If we do not receive proper notification, all money paid will not be refunded for that week. See cancellation and change form online. BEAR-GLASGOW FAMILY YMCA CAMP CASSEY

24 . It Senior Child Development Director 24 (302) 836-YMCA

25 YMCA OF DELAWARE CAMP ENROLLMENT FORM CAMPER INFORMATION for Camp Information for Membership Member # Child s Full Name Birthdate Grade Completed Gender Child s preferred nickname Home phone # School Street City State Zip PARENT/GUARDIAN Parent/Guardian #1 Birthdate Authorized to pick up: YES NO Primary Phone # (circle cell, home, work) Alternate Phone # (circle cell, home, work) Parent/Guardian #2 Birthdate Authorized to pick up: YES NO Primary Phone # (circle cell, home, work) Alternate Phone # (circle cell, home, work) Is Parent a staff member of the YMCA of Delaware? YES NO Do the child s parents live together? YES NO Is there a current custody agreement: YES NO If yes, please attach supporting documentation. AUTHORIZED PICKUP LIST In the event of an emergency, parent/guardian cannot be reached, the following individuals (listed as emergency contact) can be reached. In addition to the Parent/Guardian, all individuals listed below are authorized to pick my child up from camp. Name Phone # Relationship to child 1 Emergency Contact 2 Emergency Contact Are you concerned about a specific individual who may attempt to pick up your child that we should be aware of? I give the YMCA permission to release my child as indicated. I understand any changes to this information must be submitted in writing to the camp office. In the event there is a question about who my child is to go home with, my child will be kept at camp, and I will be responsible for picking him/her up at camp. Signature of PARENT/GUARDIAN BEAR-GLASGOW FAMILY YMCA CAMP CASSEY

26 YMCA OF DELAWARE - CAMP HEALTH/CONSENT INFORMATION Child s Name Medications (prescription and over the counter) your child currently takes. A medication administration form is required for our staff to administer medication while at camp. Please include description of why the medication is needed. Child s Physician Phone # Child s Dentist Phone # Insurance Policy # Group # Carrier DATE OF LAST Tetanus Shot MMR Diphtheria Please initial indicating that all immunizations, as required by the local school district, are up to date (parent initials) GENERAL HEALTH QUESTIONS: (Explain yes answers below) Had recent injury, illness or Diabetes Y N Emotional Difficulty infectious disease Y N Dietary Restrictions Y N (sought medical assistance) Y N Had Chronic or recurring illness/condition Y N Seizures Y N Eating Disorder Y N Ever been hospitalized? Y N Skin problems? (rash, itchy) Y N Mononucleosis Y N Ever had surgery? Y N ADHD Y N Wears Glasses / Vision Issues Y N Have frequent headaches/head injury Y N Asthma Y N Allergies Y N Been knocked unconscious? Y N Orthopedic Issues Y N Other Passed out during or after exercise? Y N Heart Murmur Y N CONCERNS AND SPECIAL NEEDS: Please explain any yes answers, noting the number of the question. Also, indicate any activities your camper would not be able to participate in while at camp and/or any other health issues we should be aware of. CAMPER REQUEST: (1 request/child request must be mutual) Please group my child with: Treatment/Emergency Care - I hereby grant permission to the emergency care physician and/or YMCA director to order X- ray, routine tests, treatment; to release any records necessary for insurance purposes; and to provide or arrange necessary related transportation for my child. In the event I cannot be reached in an emergency, I hereby give permission to the physician selected by the YMCA supervisor to secure and administer treatment, including hospitalization, for the person named above. Signature Date Field Trip/Transportation - The Y has permission to take my child on all pre- arranged field trips indicated as part of the Y program my child is registered for. This includes off site outings due to extreme weather conditions as part of summer programs. Signature Date Photo/Video Release - I grant permission for my child to be photographed and/or interviewed for promotional purposes. I also grant permission for my child to view age appropriate movies as part of the Y camp program activity. Signature Date Sunscreen Release - I grant permission to the Y to apply sunscreen provided by me or from the sunscreen machine during summer programs. Signature Date Informed Consent - I understand that the YMCA activities have inherent risks and I hereby assume all risks and hazards incident to my family's participation in YMCA activities. I further waive, release, absolve, indemnify and agree to hold harmless the YMCA, the organizers, volunteers, supervisors, officers, directors, participants, coaches, referees, as well as persons or parents transporting participants to and from activities from any claims or injury sustained during my use of YMCA property. Signature Date Behavioral Policy - I certify that my child is in good health and is amiable to normal discipline necessary for the success of the group experience. I have reviewed and discussed with my camper the YMCA character values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility. We agree to honor the behavior policies of the YMCA day camps and understand that it is at the discretion of the camp director to suspend or dismiss campers from the program due to inappropriate behavior. Signature Date Billing/Payment Understanding - I understand that the deposits are non- refundable and will hold my child's spot until the balance is due. Registration is not guaranteed until the balance is paid two weeks prior to the first day of the session. Failure to pay the balance, when due, could result in cancellation of my registration. I also understand if I do not give proper notification of cancellation, all money paid will not be refunded for the week. Signature 26 (302) 836-YMCA Date

27 YMCA OF DELAWARE CAMP PAYMENT FORM Child s Name: Member # Birth Date: Age: PROGRAM NAME (1st choice) PROGRAM NAME (2nd choice) PROGRAM NAME (3rd choice) Deposit Example for one week Dream Vacation Voyagers Baseball $40.00 Week1 (June 11-15) Week2 (June 18-22) Week3 (June 25-29) Week4 (July 2-6) Week5 (July 9-13) Week6 (July16-20)_ Week7 (July 23-27) Week8 (July 30 - Aug. 3) Week9 (August 6-10) Week10 (August 13-17) Week11 (August 20-22) TOTAL: $ DEPOSIT PAYMENT: ALL DEPOSITS ARE NON-REFUNDABLE and NON-TRANSFERABLE Enclosed is my $40 per week deposit for weeks totaling $ VISA MASTERCARD AMERICAN EXPRESS DISCOVER CARD NUMBER EXPIRATION DATE Billing Zip Code *PRINT NAME AS IT APPEARS ON CARD PARENT/LEGAL GUARDIAN SIGNATURE DATE REMAINING BALANCE FOR SUMMER CAMP Checking account-please attach avoided check. Savings Account-Please attach statement with routing and account numbers. VISA MASTERCARD AMERICAN EXPRESS DISCOVER CARD NUMBER EXPIRATION DATE Billing Zip Code Print Name as it appears on card Parent Guardian Legal Signature Date OFFICE USE ONLY/TIME STAMP Staff Inputting name: Check off list completed: Yes or No Date/Time Stamp: Registrar checking initials: BEAR-GLASGOW FAMILY YMCA CAMP CASSEY

28 YMCA OF DELAWARE LOCATIONS BEAR-GLASGOW FAMILY YMCA 351 George Williams Way Newark, DE (302) BRANDYWINE YMCA 3 Mt. Lebanon Road Wilmington, DE (302) 478-YMCA CENTRAL YMCA 501 West Eleventh Street Wilmington, DE (302) DOVER YMCA 1137 South State Street Dover, DE (302) SUSSEX FAMILY YMCA Church Street Rehoboth Beach, DE (302) WESTERN FAMILY YMCA 2600 Kirkwood Highway Newark, DE (302) MIDDLETOWN FAMILY YMCA 404 N. Cass Street Middletown, DE (302) WALNUT ST. YMCA 1000 N. Walnut Street Wilmington, DE (302) 472-YMCA CAMP TOCKWOGH Still Pond Neck Road Worton, MD (800) 331-CAMP ASSOCIATION OFFICE 100 West 10th Street Suite 1100 Wilmington, DE (302) 221-YMCA OUR MISSION The YMCA is an association of people of all ages, ethnic groups and religious affiliations that strives to cultivate the human potential, self-esteem, and dignity of all people. Our organization exists to develop and practice the Christian principles of love, caring, inclusiveness, justice and peace and to enrich the emotional, physical and social life of all individuals, families and our community. CONNECT WITH US!