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1 ADVENTURE AWAITS YMCA OF COLUMBIA-WILLAMETTE Summer Day Camps 2018 ymcacw.org facebook.com/ymcaschoolenrichment

2 Adventure Awaits YMCA of Columbia-Willamette Day Camps provide children with new experiences, skill building, a sense of community and lasting friendships. Our day camps, for children entering first through eighth grade, are available at locations throughout the Portland and Vancouver regional area. STEM YMCA Day Camps are uniquely designed around specific themed activities, which include Clay and Art, Sports, Lego, Adventure and Breakaway camps. Campers learn to work and play together, and are mentored by experienced camp staff. All summer long campers have new adventures in a safe, welcoming environment. We intentionally foster achievement, relationships and belonging, which we cultivate throughout the summer months. Day Camp Upgrade We know with the right building blocks for healthy development, children gain the skills they need to be active, thriving and contributing members of society. We strive to nurture campers in a challenging and supportive environment, where their safety and well-being are our priority. Areas of Focus Hands-on exploration Build skills Self-paced environment Develop friendships Online registration starts April 23. Early Bird registration goes through May 18. I I Visit our website to register as early as April 23. Register online and have your summer registration fee waived. For more information contact us at or. Participating in Day Camps helps kids be better together. The YMCA does not discriminate against any child on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, marital status of the parent, or because of a need for special care. Our goal is to meet the individual needs of each child within the structure of our program while maintaining a safe and healthy environment for all children and staff. For additional information on accommodating participants with diverse needs within the summer day camp program, please refer to the general camp information. The school district does not sponsor or endorse the activities and/or information contained in this pamphlet. The YMCA is a nonprofit organization.

3 Specialty Day Camps YMCA specialty camps provide a range of positive day camp experiences for your child. The camps include Sports, Lego, Clay and Art, and each week offers a different theme. By the end of each week, kids develop a better understanding of a specialty area and learn new skills while developing their abilities. To Register or for More Information Specialty Day Camps are not included in the year-round package. Part-time options not available. Sports Camp YMCA Sports Camps focus on individual skill development as well as the team ideals of sportsmanship and camaraderie. These week long sessions are designed to accommodate both playful and serious young sports fans. As campers grow and learn each activity, they can increase their skill level. We give them incentives to continue to achieve throughout their camp experience, gaining more advanced skills, and having a ball along the way. Week Dates theme laurelhurst School 1 June Baseball 2 June Soccer 3 June Basketball 4 July 2 6* Baseball 5 July 9 13 Soccer 6 July Basketball 7 July Baseball 8 July 30 Aug. 3 Soccer *Sports Camp is closed July 4 weekly rate Sports Day Camp Before & After Day Camp

4 Specialty Day Camps Lego Camp Calling all future architects and engineers! Lego camp provides curious campers the opportunity to build Lego creations and test their skills. We use Lego Education Kits that promote teamwork and problem solving as well as our own Lego curriculum. weekly rate Llewellyn school Week 3 June 25 29, Level 1 Week 5 July 9 13, Level 2 Week 7 July 23 29, Level 1 Week 8 July 30 Aug. 3, Level 2 Lego Day Camp Before & After Day Camp To Register or for More Information Specialty Day Camps are not included in the year-round package. Part-time options not available. Clay and art Camp YMCA Clay and Art Camp offers a fun environment for young artists grades 2 5 to explore new techniques and express their artistic talents. Campers will have the opportunity to participate in a variety of different art mediums during these week long sessions. Clay and Art Day Camp Before & After Day Camps Week Dates Clay Studio Art Studio Southeast YMCA Art Center 1 June Kids-n-Clay 2 June Spin It 3-D / Multi Media 3 June Monster Art 4 July 2 6* Hand Building Paint, Splatter & Splash 5 July 9 13 Spin It 6 July Amazing Pinch Pots 7 July Slab & Coil Fossil Fun, Plaster & Paint 8 June 30 Aug. 3 Sculpture Fun 9 Aug Castles, Caves & Fairy Houses Nature Art Rocks! 10 Aug Mandala Mania 11 Aug * Monster Art 2 *Clay and Art Day Camp is closed July 4 and Aug. 24.

5 Adventure Day Camp Entering Grades 1 5 A dventure Day Camp is a combination of weekly field trips and a range of fun-filled themes. Our locations vary by week, time and cost. Children should be at site from 9 AM to 4 PM daily in order to participate in all of the activities. Departure and arrival times occasionally change for specific trips and activities, so we encourage families to check the daily itinerary. Children must be at least six years of age to be in the pool on swimming field trips in Oregon. Participants under six will be provided with an alternate activity. Week Dates Theme Field Trip 1 June Nature Explorers Wildwood Recreation Site 2 June Hook, Line and Sinker Indian Springs 3 June Robo Revolution omsi 4 July 2 6* A Trek Around the Globe Oregon Zoo 5 July 9 13 Summer Free-for-All Jamboree 6 July Amped Out Energy Week Bonneville Dam 7 July Blue Ribbon Rowdiness Washington County Fair 8 July 30 Aug. 3 An Enchanted Storybook Week Enchanted Forest 9 Aug. 6 10* Ready, Set, Grill! BBQ 10 Aug Thespians and Theatrics Broadway Rose Aladdin 11 Aug. 20 Aug. 24* Goofy Gamer Takeover Jon s Incredible Pizza 12 Aug. 27 Aug. 31* Last Shot at Summer Mini Golf *Adventure Camp locations are closed on July 4. Week nine, Portland Public School locations will only be held Aug Programs will be closed on either Aug. 24 or Aug. 31, please check with your desired locations for exact dates. Before May 18: $210 per week After May 18: $220 per week To Register or for More Information Breakaway Camp Entering Grades 6 8 After studying all year it is now time for more adventure. Based on YMCA values, activities are developed to meet the needs of this age group. Let s Break Away! This group is out and about the Portland Metropolitan area. Leaving about 9 AM,* they return around 4 PM after a day of exciting adventures. *Arrival and departures times vary by location. Week Dates theme Field Trip 1 June All Fun and Games Wunderland Nickle Arcade 2 June Off the Hook Indian Springs Trout Farm 3 June It s Just Rocket Science Evergreen Space Museum 4 July 2 6* The Old Ballgame Portland Pickles 5 July 9 13 Tuned into Summer Jamboree at Blue Lake Park 6 July Lazer Crazer Ultrazone Laser Tag 7 July Fabulous Fair Fun Washington County Fair 8 July 30 Aug. 3 Just Add Water North Clackamas Aquatic Park 9 Aug. 6 10* Chillin and Grillin BBQ at Cook Park 10 Aug Ride On! Oaks Amusement Park 11 Aug * A Walk on the Wild Side Oregon Zoo 12 Aug Keep the Ball Rolling Big Al s *Breakaway Camp locations are closed on July 4. Week nine, Portland Public School locations will only be held Aug Programs will be closed on either Aug. 24 or Aug. 31, please check with your desired locations for exact dates.