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WELCOME TO CAMP there s TONS TO LEARN, PLAY & EXPLORE at YMCA SUMMER CAMPS! Kids grow, build skills and gain self-confidence in a safe, values-based environment.

2 WELCOME TO CAMP there s TONS TO LEARN, PLAY & EXPLORE at YMCA SUMMER CAMPS! Kids grow, build skills and gain self-confidence in a safe, values-based environment. Our YMCA Summer Camp has such much to offer youth from preschool through 10th grade. What makes us the best choice for your child? FEATURING... A SAFE, ENJOYABLE and AFFORDABLE option for families Weekly pricing options Flexible scheduling with weekly half-day, full-day and extended care options A great mix of college-age and adult staff Varied programming to allow kids to experience something different each week Indoor play options for inclement weather Weekly communication and text notification Camp Facebook group providing photos and important information about the week Weekly trip options Financial Assistance available Held on the beautiful grounds of St. Frances Cabrini church Swimming at Fairless Hills indoor pool enables kids to get out of the sun

REGISTER at lbfymca.org or at the Welcome Center!

Valley Rd Fairless Hills, PA 19030 FAMILY NIGHTS

SITE JOIN JUST FOR SUMMER JUNE 11-SEPT 9 YOUTH $50

ADULTS+DEPENDENTS $240 Adventure Camp Pages 3-4

org Sports Camps Pages 5 Specialty Camps Pages 6-7

3 REGISTER at lbfymca.org or at the Welcome Center! CAMPS HELD AT: Saint Francis Cabrini 325 S Oxford Valley Rd Fairless Hills, PA FAMILY NIGHTS DATES: JULY 12 TALENT SHOW JULY 26 HAUNTED CAMP SITE JOIN JUST FOR SUMMER JUNE 11-SEPT 9 YOUTH $50 Purchase a Y Summer Membership and receive member pricing for camp and programs. TEEN $80 1 ADULT+DEPENDENTS $205 2 ADULTS+DEPENDENTS $240 Adventure Camp Pages 3-4 ASHLEY ANDERSON Camp Specialist aanderson@lbfymca.org Sports Camps Pages 5 Specialty Camps Pages 6-7 Teen Camp Page 7 Field Trips Page 9 Financial Assistance Page 9 Pricing & Availability Page 10 32

4 ADVENTURE CAMP 10 WEEKS OF ADVENTURE! WEEK 1 BEACH BASH 6/18-6/22 EMPHASIS: Cultural Competence SPIRIT TUESDAY: Inside out/backwards Day BIG EVENT: Luau FRIDAY TRIP**: Adventure Aquarium WEEK 2 STARS & STRIPES 6/25-6/29 EMPHASIS: Peaceful Conflict Resolution SPIRIT TUESDAY: Crazy Sock Day BIG EVENT: July 4th Parade & Sing Along FRIDAY TRIP**: Constitution Center WEEK 3 TREASURE ISLAND 7/2-7/6* EMPHASIS: Positive View of Personal Future SPIRIT TUESDAY: Pirate Day BIG EVENT: Treasure Hunt FRIDAY TRIP**: Independence Seaport Museum *No camp WED JULY 4 WEEK 4 Y s GOT TALENT 7/9-7/13 EMPHASIS: Integrity SPIRIT TUESDAY: Crazy Hair Day BIG EVENT: Family Night Talent Show FRIDAY TRIP**: Legoland WEEK 5 OLYMPIC WEEK 7/16-7/20 EMPHASIS: Equality and Social Justice SPIRIT TUESDAY: School Spirit BIG EVENT: Camp Wars - Wear your team color FRIDAY TRIP**: Cherry Crest Farm WEEK 6 HOLIDAY WEEK 7/23-7/27 EMPHASIS: Responsibility SPIRIT TUESDAY: Pajama Day BIG EVENT: Winter Holiday Party FRIDAY TRIP**: Diggerland WEEK 7 WILD WEST 7/30-8/3 EMPHASIS: Honesty SPIRIT TUESDAY: Twin Day BIG EVENT: Gold Rush FRIDAY TRIP**: Crystal Cave WEEK 8 CARNIVAL 8/6-8/10 EMPHASIS: Caring SPIRIT TUESDAY: Crazy Hat Day BIG EVENT: Penny Carnival FRIDAY TRIP**: Sesame Place WEEK 9 DECADES OF FUN 8/13-8/17 EMPHASIS: Personal Power SPIRIT TUESDAY: Tie Dye Day BIG EVENT: Time Machines FRIDAY TRIP**: Philly Scavenger Hunt WEEK 10 WELCOME TO THE JUNGLE 8/20-8/24 EMPHASIS: Self-Esteem SPIRIT TUESDAY: Group Color BIG EVENT: Safari FRIDAY TRIP**: The Philadelphia Zoo **Trip Option for Fridays. Registration required. See page 8 for more information. 3 FOR AGE REQUIREMENTS, PRICING AND AVAILABILITY, PLEASE SEE PAGE 11

Your camper will be placed according to grade going into September 2018 for the 2018/2019 school year CUBS GRADES K-1 Come out of hibernation for a summer filled with excitement.

5 Your camper will be placed according to grade going into September 2018 for the 2018/2019 school year CUBS GRADES K-1 Come out of hibernation for a summer filled with excitement. Your Cub will build meaningful friendships through exciting activities and play. LIONS GRADES 4-5 You ll have a roarin good time at camp this summer. Your Lion will gain a sense of empowerment. Leave your paw print on Camp at the Y. SAMPLE ADVENTURE CAMP SCHEDULE WOLVES GRADE 2 Be a part of our brand new group! Your child will have a howlin good time participating in a wide variety of activities while making new friends and memories. TIGERS GRADE 3 Earn your stripes! Tigers will express their creativity throughout all of the thrilling experiences camp has to offer. EAGLES GRADES 6-7 As our eldest Adventure group, Eagles will take a different approach to daily activities throughout the camp day. Your PreTeen will enjoy the fun environment of camp while serving as a role model for younger campers. 9:00 AM - 9:15 AM* SIGN-IN 9:15 AM - 9:30 AM OPENING CEREMONIES 9:30 AM -10:00 AM DRAMA 10:00 AM -10:30 AM MUSIC 10:30 AM -11:00 AM SNACK/WATER/SUNCREEN 11:00 AM -11:30 AM CAMPER CHOICE & PLAY 11:30 AM - 12:00 PM SPORTS 12:00 PM -12:30 PM LUNCH 12:30 PM -1:00 PM CAMPER CHOICE & PLAY 1:00 PM -1:15 PM CHANGE 1:15 PM -1:45 PM SWIMMING 1:45 PM -2:00 PM CHANGE 2:00 PM - 2:30 PM SNACK/WATER/SUNCREEN 2:30 PM - 3:00 PM NATURE 3:00 PM - 3:30 PM ART 3:30 PM - 3:45 PM CLOSING CEREMONIES SWIMMING Adventure campers will be transported to the Fairless Hills YMCA for a half hour of swimming. As safety is our top priority, all campers are swim tested before entering the water. Each child wears a bracelet of swim level through our Swim, Mark, Protect program, specifically modified for camp. For this reason, your child s swim level during camp may differ from their level in typical rec swim To ensure your child s safety, the pool is supervised by Red Cross certified lifeguards in addition to all camp staff being present in the water. 3:45 PM - 4:00 PM* SIGN-OUT *Early and Late Care Available. See page 11 for details. FOR AGE REQUIREMENTS, PRICING AND AVAILABILITY, PLEASE SEE PAGE 11 4

SPORTS CAMPS BASKETBALL K-7 th GRADE Players are divided into teams by age and participate in four skill stations each day. Stations help develop dribbling, shooting, passing and defensive skills.

6 SPORTS CAMPS BASKETBALL K-7 th GRADE Players are divided into teams by age and participate in four skill stations each day. Stations help develop dribbling, shooting, passing and defensive skills. Players take part in game play each day as well. The week concludes with our Final Four and NBA Finals games. FLAG FOOTBALL K-7 th GRADE Players are divided into teams by age and participate in four skill stations each day. Stations help develop passing, running, route running and defensive skills. Players compete each day in games and learn to call their own plays. Week concludes with the Y Super Bowl. SUPER SPORTS 3 RD -7 th GRADE Campers are split into two groups by age. The Rookies consist of ages 5 to 8 and the Veterans are ages 9 to 12. Particpants stay active by playing a variety of sports and cooperative games throughout the week. HOCKEY 3 RD -7 th GRADE Learn the basics of hockey at our Y. Participants will learn stick handling, passing, shooting, and terminology. Campers will take part in game play each day. The week will conclude with a final game that will be open to parents that will feature music and player announcements. SOCCER K-7 th GRADE Players are divided into teams by age and participate in four skill stations each day. Stations help develop dribbling, shooting, passing and defensive skills. Players take part in game play each day as well. Players show off their country pride at our World Cup on Friday. CHEERLEADING RUGBY 3 rd -7 3 th RD GRADE -7 th GRADE Cheerleaders are split into two age-appropriate groups. Campers learn cheers, techniques and gain practical experience at the sports camp games during that week. Each week campers perofrm in a cheer show for their families. MAKE IT A FULL DAY OF FUN by registering for afternoon sports camp - includes swimming! 5 FOR AGE REQUIREMENTS, PRICING AND AVAILABILITY, PLEASE SEE PAGE 11

SPECIALTY CAMPS BABYSITTER TRAINING 6 TH -7 th RUGBY 3 rd -7 th GRADE Campers develop skills in leadership and professionalism; safety and safe play; and first aid.

7 SPECIALTY CAMPS BABYSITTER TRAINING 6 TH -7 th RUGBY 3 rd -7 th GRADE Campers develop skills in leadership and professionalism; safety and safe play; and first aid. Develop the knowledge, skills and confidence to care for infants and schoolage children. Video, activities, hands-on skills training and discussion are combined for a complete learning experience. DANCE 1 ST -7 th GRADE Dance Camp integrates technique with creativity to cultivate a holistic understanding of dance. Classes in modern, ballet and hip hop all enhance students coordination, alignment, musicality and compositional skills. FISHING 1 ST -7 th GRADE In addition to fishing, campers enjoy new outdoor elements such as orienteering, knot tying, wilderness, and more! Travel off-site each day to different parks throughout Bucks County. All campers must provide their own fishing rod. Bait is provided by the camp. DRAMA 3 RD -7 th GRADE Does your camper have burning passion or a slight curosity for singing, acting, and moving? Campers participate in lessons, games and activites to enhance their performance skills as they prepare for their final performance. INTRO TO ART 3 RD -7 th GRADE Introduces children to beginning skills and art tools. Includes basic art vocabulary, and new skills through an activity-based studio. Introduced to charcoal drawing, painting, design, watercolors, sculpture, pastel and more. Art Show on the last day of the week for recognition. JEDI VOLLEYBALL TRAINING K-7 3 RD -7 th th GRADE 6

SPECIALTY CAMPS MUSIC CAMP K-7 th GRADE Campers will spend the week learning about

They will have fun playing games and actives as the explore the different music genres.

SCIENCE 3 RD -7 th GRADE Campers will transform into scientists as they experience a

Each day will be a new journey through hands on, interactive and educational

Campers can expect to do experiements such as: creating their own lave lamp, changning

TEEN CAMP COUNSELOR IN TRAINING 8 TH -10 TH Our widely popular teen camp that is

an environment where he/she will begin to develop into a young leader.

CITs can begin their summer on any week of their choice.

PRESCHOOL CAMPS Summer Enrichment Program at Fairless Hills Youth Education Center

8 SPECIALTY CAMPS MUSIC CAMP K-7 th GRADE Campers will spend the week learning about different music styles. They will have fun playing games and actives as the explore the different music genres. Each camper will receive their own recorder. SCIENCE 3 RD -7 th GRADE Campers will transform into scientists as they experience a week in science camp. Each day will be a new journey through hands on, interactive and educational experiements. Most of all, each activity will be absolutely awesome and tons of fun. Campers can expect to do experiements such as: creating their own lave lamp, changning the color of flowers and building a tornado in a jar, along with so much more! TEEN CAMP COUNSELOR IN TRAINING 8 TH -10 TH Our widely popular teen camp that is offered at all of our camp sites in Central and Lower Bucks County puts your teen into an environment where he/she will begin to develop into a young leader. CITs have the opportunity to be a part of sports, specialty and Adventure camps. CITs can begin their summer on any week of their choice. A minimum of 4 weeks is required, however attending at least 5 weeks is recommended. PRESCHOOL CAMPS Summer Enrichment Program at Fairless Hills Youth Education Center Growing up Join us for a summer of EXPLORATION and WONDER as your child experiences wildlife & the world around them. 7 WILD JUN 18-AUG 24 Ages 3-5 Full Day, Half Day & Small group time Individualized attention Rest time Relaxed environment A blend of indoor & outdoor time Hands on learning experiences Educational supplemental programming QUESTIONS? Contact Angela Cloak Weekly Options Available at acloak@lbfymca.org or FOR AGE REQUIREMENTS, PRICING AND AVAILABILITY, x60please SEE PAGE 11

Week 1 FRI 6/22 $25 ADVENTURE AQUARIUM NATIONAL CONSTITUTION CENTER A new trip every week! Register for trips at least one week in advance to ensure your spot. Spaces fill up quickly.

9 TRIP ADD-ONS Enhance an already wonderful summer by adding on a trip to your camp week. In order to register for a trip, you must already be registered for that full-day of camp (see Parent Handbook for details). Week 1 FRI 6/22 $25 ADVENTURE AQUARIUM NATIONAL CONSTITUTION CENTER A new trip every week! Register for trips at least one week in advance to ensure your spot. Spaces fill up quickly. Campers must wear their 2018 summer camp t-shirts. Transportation for all trips is provided by First Student. Week 6 FRI 7/27 $40 DIGGERLAND CRYSTAL CAVE Week 2 FRI 6/29 $25 Week 7 FRI 8/3 $25 CRYSTAL CAVE INDEPENDANCE SEAPORT MUSEUM Week 3 FRI 7/6 $25 Week 4 FRI 7/13 $25 Week 5 FRI 7/20 $25 LEGOLAND CHERRY CREST FARM Week 8 FRI 8/10 $40 PHILADELPHIA SCAVENGER HUNT Week 9 FRI 8/17 $25 Week 10 FRI 8/24 $25 SESAME PLACE PHILADELPHIA ZOO *TRAFFIC AND OTHER FACTORS MAY AFFECT RETURN TIME. FOR AGE REQUIREMENTS, PRICING AND AVAILABILITY, PLEASE SEE PAGE 11 8

10 FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE THANK YOU to our 2018 Camp Sponsor! CAMP FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE INFORMATION 1. Submit the completed Financial Assistance Application with all required paperwork (2017 tax return and current financial information pay, support, welfare, social security, unemployment, etc.) to the Welcome Center. 2. Allow at least 3 weeks for processing of the financial assistance application. DEADLINES: June camp requests must be submitted by June 1 July camp requests must be submitted by June 15 August camp requests must be submitted by July 1 3. After receiving your qualification for financial assistance, if you decide to register for camp, please do so at the Welcome Center. CAMP FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE GUIDELINES Percent shown equals discount off program fee. Extenuating circumstances are considered including: change in family status diagnosis of long-term medical condition recently unemployed # INDIVIDUALS IN THE FAMILY Gross Annual Income $15,000-$19,000 80% 80% 80% 80% 80% 80% $20,000-$24,000 65% 80% 80% 80% 80% 80% $25,000-$29,000 50% 80% 80% 80% 80% 80% $30,000-$34,000 35% 65% 80% 80% 80% 80% $35,000-$39,000 20% 50% 65% 80% 80% 80% $40,000-$44,000 5% 35% 50% 65% 80% 80% $45,000-$49,000 0% 20% 35% 50% 80% 80% $50,000-$54,000 0% 5% 20% 35% 65% 80% 10 Everyone deserves the Y! FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE & APPLE FUNDING is available for all camps to those who qualify. FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE Megan Peck mpeck@lbfymca.org x65 APPLE FUNDING Alan Chrzanowski achrzanowksi@lbfymca.org x21

11 PRICING & AVAILABILITY REGISTER ONLINE AT LBFYMCA.ORG OR AT THE WELCOME CENTER GRADE IN SEPT 2018 TIME MEMBER PRICE NON MEMBER PRICE WEEK 1 JUNE 18- JUNE 22 WEEK 2 JUNE 25- JUNE 29 WEEK 3* JULY 2- JULY 6 WEEK 4 JULY 9- JULY 13 WEEK 5 JULY 16- JULY 20 WEEK 6 JULY 23- JULY 27 WEEK 7 JULY 30- AUG 3 WEEK 8 AUG 6- AUG 10 WEEK 9 AUG 13- AUG 17 WEEK 10 AUG 20- AUG 24 ADVENTURE CAMPS ADVENTURE 5-DAY FULL DAY K-7 TH 9AM-4PM $190 $260 9AM-4PM 9AM-4PM 9AM-4PM 9AM-4PM 9AM-4PM 9AM-4PM 9AM-4PM 9AM-4PM 9AM-4PM 9AM-4PM ADVENTURE 5-DAY AM DAY K-7 TH 9AM-12PM $89 $115 9AM-12PM 9AM-12PM 9AM-12PM 9AM-12PM 9AM-12PM 9AM-12PM 9AM-12PM 9AM-12PM 9AM-12PM 9AM-12PM ADVENTURE 5-DAY PM DAY K-7 TH 12-4PM $104 $ PM 12-4PM 12-4PM 12-4PM 12-4PM 12-4PM 12-4PM 12-4PM 12-4PM 12-4PM ADVENTURE 3-DAY FULL DAY K-7 TH 9AM-4PM $151 $215 9AM-4PM 9AM-4PM 9AM-4PM 9AM-4PM 9AM-4PM 9AM-4PM 9AM-4PM 9AM-4PM 9AM-4PM 9AM-4PM TEEN CAMP COUNSELOR IN TRAINING 8 TH -10 TH 9AM-4PM $108 $139 9AM-4PM 9AM-4PM 9AM-4PM 9AM-4PM 9AM-4PM 9AM-4PM 9AM-4PM 9AM-4PM 9AM-4PM 9AM-4PM SPORTS & SPECIALTY CAMPS AFTERNOON SPORTS K-7 TH 12-4PM $101 $ PM 12-4PM 12-4PM 12-4PM 12-4PM 12-4PM 12-4PM 12-4PM 12-4PM 12-4PM FOOTBALL K-7 TH 9AM-12PM $89 $119 N/A N/A 9AM-12PM N/A N/A 9AM-12PM N/A N/A 9AM-12PM 9AM-12PM HOCKEY K-7 TH 9AM-12PM $89 $119 N/A N/A N/A N/A 9AM-12PM 9AM-12PM N/A 9AM-12PM 9AM-12PM 9AM-12PM CHEERLEADING K-7 TH 9AM-12PM $89 $119 9AM-12PM 9AM-12PM N/A 9AM-12PM 9AM-12PM 9AM-12PM 9AM-12PM 9AM-12PM 9AM-12PM 9AM-12PM DRAMA K-7 TH 9AM-12PM $138 $186 N/A 9AM-12PM N/A 9AM-12PM 9AM-12PM N/A N/A 9AM-12PM 9AM-12PM 9AM-12PM SCIENCE 3 RD -7 TH 9AM-12PM $89 $119 N/A N/A N/A 9AM-12PM N/A 9AM-12PM 9AM-12PM N/A N/A N/A SOCCER K-7 TH 9AM-12PM $89 $119 N/A 9AM-12PM N/A N/A 9AM-12PM N/A N/A 9AM-12PM N/A 9AM-12PM BASKETBALL K-7 TH 9AM-12PM $89 $119 9AM-12PM N/A N/A 9AM-12PM N/A N/A 9AM-12PM N/A N/A 9AM-12PM ART K-7 TH 9AM-12PM $138 $186 9AM-12PM N/A 9AM-12PM N/A 9AM-12PM N/A 9AM-12PM N/A 9AM-12PM N/A FISHING 3 RD -7 TH 9AM-12PM $138 $186 9AM-12PM N/A 9AM-12PM N/A 9AM-12PM N/A 9AM-12PM N/A 9AM-12PM N/A BABY SITTER TRAINING K-7 TH 9AM-12PM $138 $186 N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A 9AM-12PM N/A MUSIC CAMP K-7 TH 9AM-12PM $138 $186 9AM-12PM N/A 9AM-12PM N/A 9AM-12PM N/A 9AM-12PM N/A 9AM-12PM N/A SUPER SPORTS 1 ST -7 TH 9AM-12PM $89 $119 N/A N/A 9AM-12PM 9AM-12PM 9AM-12PM N/A 9AM-12PM 9AM-12PM 9AM-12PM 9AM-12PM EARLY & LATE CARE EARLY CARE 5-DAY K-7 TH 7AM-9AM $37 $49 7AM-9AM 7AM-9AM 7AM-9AM 7AM-9AM 7AM-9AM 7AM-9AM 7AM-9AM 7AM-9AM 7AM-9AM 7AM-9AM EARLY CARE 3-DAY K-7 TH 7AM-9AM $32 $42 7AM-9AM 7AM-9AM 7AM-9AM 7AM-9AM 7AM-9AM 7AM-9AM 7AM-9AM 7AM-9AM 7AM-9AM 7AM-9AM LATE CARE 5-DAY K-7 TH 4PM-6PM $37 $49 4PM-6PM 4PM-6PM 4PM-6PM 4PM-6PM 4PM-6PM 4PM-6PM 4PM-6PM 4PM-6PM 4PM-6PM 4PM-6PM LATE CARE 3-DAY K-7 TH 4PM-6PM $37 $49 4PM-6PM 4PM-6PM 4PM-6PM 4PM-6PM 4PM-6PM 4PM-6PM 4PM-6PM 4PM-6PM 4PM-6PM 4PM-6PM *PRO-RATED PRICES-NO CAMP JULY 4TH. PLEASE NOTE: Required Immunization Forms must be turned into camp staff prior to first week of camp. 10

LOWER BUCKS FAMILY YMCA FAIRLESS HILLS 601 S.

org Y CAMP held at SAINT FRANCIS CABRINI Kick Off Summer With Healthy

FAMILY NIGHTS: 7/12 TALENT SHOW 7/26 HAUNTED CAMP SITE APRIL 21

REGISTER at our Open House Events: SAT APR 21, 10AM-1 PM Healthy Kids

12 LOWER BUCKS FAMILY YMCA FAIRLESS HILLS 601 S. Oxford Valley Road Fairless Hills, PA lbfymca.org Y CAMP held at SAINT FRANCIS CABRINI Kick Off Summer With Healthy Kids Day! FREE! FAMILY NIGHTS: 7/12 TALENT SHOW 7/26 HAUNTED CAMP SITE APRIL 21 10AM-1PM Fairless Hills Branch ASK QUESTIONS, MEET CAMP STAFF & REGISTER at our Open House Events: SAT APR 21, 10AM-1 PM Healthy Kids Day TUES APR 24, 4-6PM Fairless Hills Y Main Lobby TUES MAY 15, 4-6PM Fairless Hills Y Main Lobby SAINT FRANCES CABRINI 325 S Oxford Valley Rd, Fairless Hills, PA 19030

SUMMER CAMP 2019 YMCA OF BUCKS COUNTY Warminster. this is me.

SUMMER CAMP 2019 YMCA OF BUCKS COUNTY Warminster this is me. WELCOME TO CAMP As a mom of two and your Chief Operations Officer, I am proud to share with you our 2019 Summer Camp Theme: THIS IS ME. Celebrating