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1 1 Camp Chief hector YMCA Summer camp weekend programs outdoor schools 1

2 2 YMCA Calgary Table of Contents Winter Camp Weekend (10 13Y)... 3 Spring Break Overnight Camp (8 12Y)... 3 Spring Family Weekends (All Ages)... 3 Chiniquay Camps (7 9Y) programs Winter Camp Weekend Jan Spring Break Overnight Camp Mar Family Weekends May June 7 9 Residential Summer Camps Jul 7 Aug 30 Summer Day Camps Jul 8 Aug 2 Outdoor Schools Feb June Sep Dec Mistaya Camps (10 11Y)... 5 Junior Shotungwa Camps (12 13Y)... 6 Kananaskin Camps (12 12Y)... 6 Pioneer Camps (14 15Y)... 8 Senior Shotungwa Camps (14 15Y)... 9 Leadership 1 (16Y)... 9 Leadership in Training (17Y) Sac Dene (17Y) Summer Family Camps (All Ages) Summer Weekly Day Camps (7 11Y) Weekend Facility Rentals Outdoor School (Grades 5 12) Registration dates Summer 2013 Returning Campers Leadership 1 Nov 8, 2012 August Camps Nov 13, 2012 July Camps Nov 15, 2012 Family Camp & Day Camps Nov 27, 2012 CCHY New Camper Registration YMCA Members: Nov 27, 2012 Non-members: Dec 4, 2012 Winter/Spring Winter Camp Weekend Nov 27, 2013 Spring Break Overnight Camp Jan 2, 2013 Family Weekends Feb 1, 2013 For more information please visit or contact our office. Calgary City Office Street SW, Calgary, AB T2P 4G6 Direct: (403) Toll Free: (866) (YMCA) Fax: (403) cchy@ymcacalgary.org Site Office 2

3 3 Winter Programs Winter Camp Weekend Age:10 13Y Come to camp in the winter! Skate on Dew Drop Pond, carve ice from Lake Chilver and discover your camp during the winter. Play outside in the snow and on the ice - skate, hike and build snow forts - then, come inside to a warm and satisfying supper! Bring warm clothes, skates, bedding, toiletries and pyjamas. Return transportation is available from the Crowfoot YMCA in Calgary for an additional fee of $20. To register, call or Jan 25 27, 2013 $185 + GST (10 11Y) Jan 25 27, 2013 $185 + GST (12 13Y) Barcode Barcode F 7pm Su 2pm Females F 7pm Su 2pm Females F 7pm Su 2pm Males F 7pm Su 2pm Males Spring Break Overnight Camp Age: 8 12Y A week of winter fun at Camp Chief Hector YMCA. This overnight camp during CBE and CRPS March break runs Monday thru Friday. Activities include arts & crafts, music, drama, drumming, high and low ropes, climbing, challenge course, hiking and exploring, winter cookout and more! Transportation available from Crowfoot or Shawnessy YMCA. Registration begins Jan 2, Phone our city registration office to register at or YMCA(9622). Mar 25 29, 2013 $325 + GST mar 25 29, 2013 $325 + GST (8 10Y) (11 12Y) Barcode Barcode M 9am F 3pm Females M 9am F 3pm Females M 9am F 3pm Males M 9am F 3pm Males Spring Programs Family Weekends Bring the whole family to the Camp Chief Hector YMCA for a weekend get-away! There are a variety of activities to choose from to create a unique holiday weekend. Family campers can try things like horseback riding, hikes, high and low ropes courses, group games, arts and crafts, a climbing wall and evening campfires. Our daily child care program enables parents to leave children ages three to five with us when taking part in some activities. Accommodations, activities and meals are included. Phone our city registration office to register at or May 10 12, 2013 June 7 9, 2013 F 7pm Su 2pm F 7pm Su 2pm Adults $180 12Y 17Y $125 6Y 11Y $105 3Y 5Y $80 0Y 2Y free Registration begins Feb 1, 2013 Pre-registration is required for the following activities: Adventure Seekers ages: 3Y 5Y This program is offered for children 3-5 years of age. YMCA Staff will run appropriate activities for these children while parents and older siblings are participating in their activities. Canoeing age: 6Y and up or closely supervised by parent Participants will enjoy paddling on Chilver Lake in tandem or voyageur canoes. All levels welcome. Shoes/sandals with a heel strap are recommended. PFD s and life jackets are mandatory at the waterfront area and will be provided. Climbing ToweR age: 5Y and up Camp Chief Hector YMCA boasts a 4-sided climbing wall on which participants of all levels can challenge themselves. Ages 5 and are welcome but participants must fit into a harness or bodyharness. Closed-toe shoes are mandatory for this activity. Climbing harnesses and helmets will be provided. Participants will be able to use the traverse wall while waiting or when finished at the climbing tower. 3

4 4 YMCA Calgary Saturday Saturday Sunday 9:45am 12noon 1:45pm 4pm 9:45am 12noon 6Y 11Y Horseback riding arena ride Horseback riding arena ride Horseback riding arena ride 10Y and up Horseback riding trail ride Horseback riding trail ride Horseback riding trail ride 6Y+ or closely supervised by a parent Canoeing Canoeing 5Y and up Climbing Tower Climbing Tower Climbing Tower 10Y and up Team Swing Team Swing 10Y and up High Ropes High Ropes 8Y 9Y Explorers Explorers Explorers 6Y 7Y Discoverers Discoverers Discoverers 3Y 5Y Adventure Seekers Adventure Seekers Adventure Seekers Explorers age: 8Y 9Y A variety of activities will be led by YMCA staff such as Voyageur canoeing, fort-building, low ropes. Discoverers age: 6Y 7Y This program is offered for children 6-7 years of age. YMCA Staff will run appropriate activities such as a scavenger hunt and low ropes for these children while parents and older siblings are participating in their activities. High Ropes age: 10Y and up The high ropes course is a series of poles and wires which form an aerial obstacle course. High ropes elements provide a wide range of challenges. Closed-toe shoes are mandatory for this activity. Climbing harnesses and helmets will be provided. Horseback Riding trail ride age: 10Y and Up Participants will start in a corral learning how to mount their horses. The group will continue to the arena for a short lesson in basic riding skills. When participants are comfortable the group will head out on a trail ride of approximately 45 minutes. Boots with a 1 heel are required (rubber boots work well) and will be provided if needed. Riders will be required to show control of their horse BEFORE going on the trail ride. Participants that have balance and/or coordination concerns due to previous injuries, arthritis or excessive weight may be deemed unfit to ride by the Horse Director. Team Swing age: 10Y and up The Team Swing is an activity at our Higher Ground area. Participants are harnessed and attached to aerial cables for a wonderful swing experience. Closed-toe shoes are mandatory for this activity. Climbing harnesses and helmets will be provided. Horseback Riding Arena Ride age: 6Y 11Y During an arena ride, children 6-11 years old will be given the opportunity to ride in one of our arenas. They will learn some basic riding skills, but the emphasis is placed on learning to ride through playing games. Participants will also learn about brushing and working around the horses. Boots with a 1 heel are required (rubber boots work well) and will be provided if needed. Parents are welcome to watch their children ride from outside the arena. Parental supervision may be required for participants under 10 years. The descriptions in this program guide are only a synopsis. Please review our Camp Descriptions and Risk Awareness documents at for a full description. 4

5 5 Summer CHINIQUAY CABIN (6 Days) Age: 7 9Y Bowfort lodge Chiniquay campers who are 7 9 years old come to camp for a 6-day session and stay in cabins. They will experience many camp activities, including canoeing, climbing, arts and crafts, horseback riding, archery, and lots of games! Chiniquay campers who stay in a cabin will participate in an introduction to overnight camping and spend a night in a tipi. Female (7 9Y) $500 + GST Male (7 9Y) $500 + GST A Jul A Jul B Jul B Jul C Jul C Jul D Jul 28 Aug D Jul 28 Aug E Aug E Aug F Aug F Aug CHINIQUAY TIPI (6 Days) Age: 8 9Y Bowfort lodge Chiniquay campers who are 8 and 9 years old come to camp for a 6-day session and stay in tipis. They will experience many camp activities, including canoeing, climbing, arts and crafts, horseback riding, archery, and lots of games! These Chiniquay campers will participate in an introduction to overnight camping and spend a night in a tent a short hike away from their tipis. Female (8Y 9Y) $500 + GST Male (8Y 9Y) $500 + GST A Jul A Jul B Jul B Jul C Jul C Jul D Jul 28 Aug D Jul 28 Aug E Aug E Aug F Aug F Aug C Jul D Jul 28 Aug E Aug F Aug MISTAYA (6 Days) Horse Day Experience Program Age: 10 11Y Bowfort or hector Lodge Campers in the Mistaya section can anticipate a camp session full of playing and many adventures outside with new friends and counsellors! The Mistaya 6-day horse option includes a day with horses learning about grooming, saddling and riding. Mistaya campers participate in many camp activities including archery, climbing tower, challenge course, arts and crafts and canoeing. This camp option is based from Hector Lodge at Camp Chief Hector. Campers must be the correct age by Nov 15, Female (10 11Y) $585 + GST Male (10 11Y) $585 + GST A (Bowfort) Jul B (Bowfort) Jul C (Bowfort) Jul D (Bowfort) Jul 28 Aug E (Bowfort) Aug F (Bowfort) Aug G (Hector) Aug G (Hector) Aug H (Hector) Aug G (Hector) Aug CHINIQUAY YURT (6 Days) Age: 8Y - 9Y bowfort lodge (Males Only) Chiniquay campers who are 8 and 9 years old come to camp for a 6-day session and can choose to stay in a Yurt. They will experience many camp activities, including canoeing, climbing, arts and crafts, horseback riding, archery, and lots of games! These Chiniquay campers will participate in an introduction to overnight camping and spend a night in a tent a short hike from their yurt. Male (8Y 9Y) $500 + GST Barcode Session Dates A Jul B Jul The descriptions in this program guide are only a synopsis. Please review our Camp Descriptions and Risk Awareness documents at for a full description. 5

6 6 YMCA Calgary MISTAYA(6 Days) Overnight Hike Program AGE: 10 11Y hector or Bowfort Lodge Campers in the Mistaya section can anticipate a camp session full of playing and many adventures outside with new friends and counsellors! The Mistaya 6-day overnight option includes an introduction to camping experience tenting overnight on Hector s large main-site. Mistaya campers participate in camp activities including archery, climbing tower, challenge course, arts and crafts and canoeing. This program does not include horseback riding. This program is based from either Bowfort Lodge or Hector Lodge at Camp Chief Hector, depending on session dates. Please ensure you know at which lodge your camper is based. Campers must be the correct age by Nov 15, Female (10 11Y) $585 + GST male (10 11Y) $585 + GST A (Bowfort) Jul A (Bowfort) Jul B (Bowfort) Jul A (Hector) Jul B (Hector) Jul B (Bowfort) Jul C (Bowfort) Jul C (Bowfort) Jul D (Bowfort) Jul 28 Aug C (Hector) Jul D (Hector) Jul 28 Aug D (Bowfort) Jul 28 Aug E (Bowfort) Aug E (Bowfort) Aug F (Bowfort) Aug E (Hector) Aug F (Hector) Aug F (Bowfort) Aug G (Hector) Aug G (Hector) Aug H (Hector) Aug H (Hector) Aug MISTAYA Traditional Program (13 Days) Age: 10 11Y Hector Lodge Campers in the Mistaya section can anticipate a camp session full of playing and many adventures outside with new friends and counsellors! The Traditional program includes a 3-day overnight hike in the Bow Valley Provincial Park as well as a day of learning about horsemanship and riding. Mistaya campers participate in many camp activities including archery, climbing tower, challenge course, arts and crafts and canoeing. Campers must be the correct age by Nov 15, Female (10Y) $1105+ GST Male (10Y) $ GST Jul Jul Jul 21 Aug Jul 21 Aug Aug Aug 4 16 Female (11Y) $1105+ GST Male (11Y) $ GST Jul Jul Jul 21 Aug Jul 21 Aug Aug Aug 4 16 MISTAYA Trip to Gray Jay Site (13 Days) Age: 10 11Y Campers in the Mistaya section can anticipate a camp session full of playing and many adventures outside with new friends and counsellors! The Gray Jay option includes a 3-day stay at our Gray Jay site west of Sundre, AB. There, Mistaya campers will be able to explore the local area on foot and experience the smaller camp community. Back at mainsite, campers will participate in a day learning about horsemanship and riding. Mistaya campers participate in camp activities including archery, climbing tower, challenge course, arts and crafts and canoeing. These Mistaya campers begin and end their camp at our Mainsite. Campers will be transported to and from the Gray Jay site by Camp Chief Hector. Campers must be the correct age by Nov 15, Female (10Y 11Y) $ GST Male (10Y 11Y) $ GST Jul Jul Jul 21 Aug Jul 21 Aug Aug Aug 4 16 JUNIOR SHOTUNGWA (6 Days) AGE: 12 13Y Hector lodge Jr. Shotungwa campers will stay in Midcamp tipis at Camp Chief Hector, which are a short walk from the horse corrals. During their time at camp, they will develop personal strengths and learn new skills as they experience working as a team with their group as well as with their horse. The Jr. Shotungwa program includes arena riding and trail riding, as well as learning about horse grooming and saddling, general care and first aid. Jr. Shotungwa campers will also participate in other camp activities, including climbing or ropes courses, arts and crafts, and group games. Campers must be the correct age by Nov 15, Female (12 13Y) $665 + GST Male (12 13Y) $665 + GST A Jul C Jul B Jul D Jul 28 Aug C Jul D Jul 28 Aug E Aug 4 Aug F Aug KANANASKIN (6 Days) Age: 12 13Y HECTOR LODGE Kananaskin camps offer a time for learning, making friends, working as a team, and having fun outdoors! During the 6-day program, campers will participate in a day hike to Barrier Lake or nearby sites in the Bow Valley Provincial Park, canoeing, arts and crafts, and climbing. These 6-day Kananaskin camps will run out of Hector Lodge and campers will stay in tipis around the lodge. Campers must be the correct age by Nov 15, The descriptions in this program guide are only a synopsis. Please review our Camp Descriptions and Risk Awareness documents at for a full description. 6

7 7 Female (12 13Y) $585 + GST Male (12 13Y) $585 + GST A Jul A Jul B Jul B Jul C Jul C Jul D Jul 28 Aug D Jul 28 Aug E Aug E Aug F Aug F Aug G Aug G Aug H Aug H Aug KANANASKIN Traditional Program (13 Days) Age: 12Y Hector lodge Kananaskin campers who are 12 years old and choose a 13-day traditional camp will stay in tipis around Hector Lodge. Campers will experience many camp activities, including climbing, arts and crafts, ropes courses, archery, camp craft and lots of games! Campers will participate in a three- day, overnight hiking trip to a nearby backcountry camping site in Bow Valley Provincial Park. They will also spend a day riding horses and learning about horsemanship, as well as a day canoeing on Chilver Lake or the Bow River. Campers must be the correct age by Nov 15, Female (12Y ) $ GST Male (12Y ) $ GST Jul Jul Jul 21 Aug Jul 21 Aug Aug Aug Aug Aug KANANASKIN Canoe Program (13 Days) Age: 13Y Hector lodge Kananaskin campers who are 13 years old and choose the canoe option will stay in tipis around Hector Lodge. During their time at camp, campers will develop personal strengths and abilities and learn to work as a team through camp activities including climbing and ropes courses, arts and crafts, archery and hiking. Campers will participate in a 4-day canoe trip on the Red Deer River with hiking and exploration of Alberta s badlands. Campers must be the correct age by Nov 15, Female (13Y ) $ GST Male (13Y ) $ GST Jul Jul Jul 21 Aug Jul 21 Aug Aug Aug Aug Aug KANANASKIN Hike Program (13 Days) Age: 13Y Hector lodge Kananaskin campers who are 13 years old and choose the hike option will stay in tipis around Hector Lodge. During their time at camp, these Kananaskin campers will develop strengths and abilities such as teamwork and responsibility. They will participate in a 4-day hiking trip in the Bow Valley Provincial Park as well as many camp activities, including climbing and ropes courses, arts and crafts, archery and canoeing on Chilver Lake. Campers must be the correct age by Nov 15, Female (13Y ) $ GST Male (13Y ) $ GST Jul Jul Jul 21 Aug Jul 21 Aug Aug Aug Aug Aug KANANASKIN Horse (13 Days) Age: 13Y hector lodge Kananaskin campers who are 13 years old and choose the horse option will stay in tipis around Hector Lodge. During their time at camp, they will develop personal strengths and learn new skills as they experience working as a team with their group as well as with their horse. The 4-day horse experience will be based from our Gray Jay site near Sundre, AB. Kananaskin campers who choose the horse option will also participate in many camp activities, including climbing and ropes courses, hiking, arts and crafts, archery and canoeing on Chilver Lake. Campers must be the correct age by Nov 15, Female (13Y ) $ GST Male (13Y ) $ GST Jul Jul Jul 21 Aug Jul 21 Aug Aug Aug Aug Aug The descriptions in this program guide are only a synopsis. Please review our Camp Descriptions and Risk Awareness documents at for a full description. 7

8 8 YMCA Calgary PIONEER Canoe Program (13 Days) Age: 14Y MIDcamp Pioneer campers who are 14 years old and choose the canoe option will stay in Midcamp tipis at Camp Chief Hector. During their time at camp, campers will learn about teamwork, responsibility and develop personal strengths. During the first few days at camp, they will spend time paddling on Chilver Lake, the Bow River and preparing for their canoe outtrip. The group will participate in a 7-day canoe trip on the Red Deer River and explore Alberta s Badlands. Campers will experience other camp activities, including climbing and ropes courses, arts and crafts, archery and hiking. Campers must be the correct age by Nov 15, Female (14Y ) $ GST Male (14Y ) $ GST Jul Jul Jul 21 Aug Jul 21 Aug 2 PIONEER Mainsite Hike Program (13 Days) Age: 14Y midcamp Pioneer campers who are 14 years old and choose the hike option will stay in tipis in Midcamp at Camp Chief Hector. During their time at camp, campers will learn about teamwork, responsibility and develop personal strengths while participating in a 6-day hiking trip in a nearby provincial park. They will also experience many other camp activities, including climbing and ropes courses, arts and crafts, archery and canoeing on Chilver Lake. Campers must be the correct age by Nov 15, Female (14Y ) $ GST Male (14Y ) $ GST Jul Jul Jul 21 Aug Jul 21 Aug Aug Aug Aug Aug PIONEER Mainsite Canoe Program (13 Days) Age: 15Y Midcamp Pioneer campers who are 15 years old and choose the canoe option will stay in Midcamp tipis at Camp Chief Hector. During their time at camp, campers will learn about teamwork, responsibility and develop personal strengths. During the first few days at camp, they will canoe on local lakes and rivers learneing and practicing skills. Then, the group will prepare for and participate in a 5-day canoe trip on an appropriate river, such as the North Saskatchewan. Campers will also experience other camp activities, including climbing and ropes courses, arts and crafts, archery and hiking. Campers must be the correct age by Nov 15, Female (15Y ) $ GST Male (15Y ) $ GST Jul Jul 21 Aug Aug Aug PIONEER Mainsite Hike Program (13 Days) Age: 15Y MIdcamp Pioneer campers who are 15 years old and choose the hike option will stay in Midcamp tipis at Camp Chief Hector. During their time at camp, campers will learn about teamwork, responsibility and develop personal strengths while participating in a 7-day hiking trip in Banff National Park, the Bow Valley or Kananaskis Provincial Parks. Campers will also experience many other camp activities, including ropes courses, arts and crafts, archery and canoeing on Chilver Lake. Campers must be the correct age by Nov 15, Female (15Y ) $ GST Male (15Y ) $ GST Jul Jul 21 Aug Aug Aug PIONEER Gray Jay Hike Program (13 Days) Age: 15Y Gray jay site Pioneer campers who are 15 years old and choose the Gray Jay hike option will be based from our Gray Jay site near Sundre, AB. During their time at camp, these Pioneer campers will learn to work as a team and develop personal strengths and abilities while participating in a 7-day hiking trip. Their focus at camp will be on learning outtripping skills and developing leadership abilities. Gray Jay campers spend their last night at our Mainsite. Campers must be the correct age by Nov 15, Female (15Y ) $ GST Male (15Y ) $ GST Jul Jul Aug Aug 4 16 PIONEER Hike/Horse Program (13 Days) Age: 14 15Y (Males ONLY) Gray jay site Pioneer campers who are 15 years old and choose the hike/horse option will be based from our Gray Jay site near Sundre, AB. During their time at camp, these Pioneer campers will learn to work as a team and develop personal strengths and abilities while participating in a 3-day horse experience and a 6-day hiking trip. Their focus at camp will be on learning outtripping skills, The descriptions in this program guide are only a synopsis. Please review our Camp Descriptions and Risk Awareness documents at for a full description. 8

9 9 horsemanship, and developing leadership abilities. Gray Jay campers spend their last night at our Mainsite. Campers must be the correct age by Nov 15, Male (14 15Y ) $ GST Barcode Session Dates Jul 21 Aug Aug SENIOR SHOTUNGWA (13 Days) Age: 14 15Y (Females only) Gray jay site Sr. Shotungwa campers will be based from our Gray Jay site near Sundre, AB. During their time at camp, campers will develop personal strengths and abilities while experience working as a team with their group as well as with their horse. The Sr. Shotungwa program includes arena riding and trail riding, as well as learning about horse grooming and saddling, training and first aid. Sr. Shotungwa campers will also participate in a 4-day backpacking trip in the Yaha Tinda area. An important focus at camp will be on learning new skills and developing leadership abilities. Sr. Shotungwa campers spend their last night at our Mainsite. Campers must be the correct age by Nov 15, Female (14 15Y ) $ GST Barcode Session Dates Jul Jul 21 Aug Aug Aug LEADERSHIP I Canoe Program (27 Days) Age: 16Y midcamp Leadership I campers who are 16 years old and choose the Canoe option will participate in a 16 day canoe trip on the Churchill River in northern Saskatchewan. During their first week at camp, these Leadership I campers will plan and prepare for their trip and learn to work as a team. Throughout their month-long experience, they will develop personal strengths and new abilities. Their focus at camp will be on learning and developing outtripping skills and leadership abilities in the backcountry. Campers must be the correct age by Nov 15, Female (16Y ) $ GST Male (16Y ) $ GST Jul 7 Aug Jul 7 Aug Aug Aug 4 30 LEADERSHIP i Hike Program (27 Days) Age: 16Y midcamp Leadership I campers who are 16 years old and choose the Hike option will participate in a 19-day hiking trip in the front ranges of the Rocky Mountains. During their first week at camp, these Leadership I campers will prepare by going on a stout day-hike, packing personal items and food for their hiking expedition and pre-packaging the food drop they will pick up midhike. Throughout their month-long experience, they will develop personal strengths and new abilities. Their focus at camp will be on learning and developing outtripping skills and leadership abilities in the backcountry. Campers must be the correct age by Nov 15, Female (16Y ) $ GST Male (16Y ) $ GST Jul 7 Aug Jul 7 Aug Aug Aug 4 30 LEADERSHIP i Hike/Horse Program (27 Days) Age: 16Y gray jay site Leadership I campers who are 16 years old and choose the Hike/Horse option will be based from our Gray Jay site near Sundre, AB. During their time at camp, these Leadership I campers will learn to work as a team and develop personal strengths and new abilities. They will participate in a 4-day and a 10-day backpacking trip, as well as a 4-day horse experience. Their focus at camp will be on learning and developing outtripping skills, horsemanship and leadership abilities in the backcountry. Gray Jay campers spend their last night at our Mainsite. Campers must be the correct age by Nov 15, Female (16Y ) $ GST Male (16Y ) $ GST Jul 7 Aug Jul 7 Aug Aug Aug 4 30 The descriptions in this program guide are only a synopsis. Please review our Camp Descriptions and Risk Awareness documents at for a full description. 9

10 10 YMCA Calgary LEADERSHIP IN TRAINING Traditional Program (20 Days) Age: 17Y Leadership in Training registration is by interview and selection process and is open to past Leadership I participants. Information and applications will be ed out in December. Contact our registration office at or for an application if you have not received one by early December. The 20-day Leadership in Training program is an opportunity for young adults to learn and experience the responsibilities, challenges, and rewards involved in camp counselling. Campers may also apply to do the Leadership in Training Hike program. Campers must be the correct age by Nov 15, Female (17Y ) $500 + GST Male (17Y ) $500 + GST Barcode Dates Barcode Dates Jun 30 Jul Jun 30 Jul Jul 14 Aug Jul 14 Aug Jul 28 Aug Jul 28 Aug 16 LEADERSHIP IN TRAINING Hike Program (13 Days) Age: 17Y Leadership in Training registration is by interview and selection process and is open to past Leadership I participants. Application and information will be ed out in December. Contact our registration office at or for an application if you have not received one by early December. The Leadership in Training Hike program is an opportunity for young adults to learn and experience the responsibility of trip leading, map reading, camp site set-up and cook-site rules. A pre-requisite to the LIT Hike program is the 20-day Leadership in Training program. Campers must be the correct age by Nov 15, Female (17Y ) $ GST Male (17Y ) $ GST Barcode Dates Barcode Dates Aug Aug SAC DENE (56 Days) Age: 17Y Leadership in Training registration is by interview and selection process and is open to past Leadership I participants. Applications and information will be ed out in December. Contact our registration office at or for an application if you have not received one by early December. Participants who are chosen for the Sac Dene canoe trip will come to camp from July 7 to August 30. During their time at camp and in canoes, these LIT campers will learn to work as a team and develop personal strengths and new abilities in a remote setting. Their two-month long camp experience will include driving to and flying from the river, many days of paddling and stops along the Mackenzie river in small communities, and becoming a co-counsellor for their last week at camp. Their focus at camp will be on learning and developing peer and group leadership abilities. Campers must be the correct age by Nov 15, Female (17Y ) $ GST Male (17Y ) $ GST Jul 7 Aug Jul 7 Aug 30 SUMMER FAMILY CAMP All Ages Our Family Camp program features all of our regular summer activities for family members of all ages. Participants will have the opportunity to canoe or swim in the lake, sing songs at campfires, shoot arrows, make crafts and explore our hiking trails. Older kids and adults may have the chance to go horseback riding and try our high ropes course. Please see our camp description on the website or call our office for age limitations for these activities. *Family camp participants are responsible for their own transportation to and from camp. Indicate your preference for accommodations - room assignments will confirmed by our office. Cluster rooms sleep 14 in bunk beds, tipis sleep 10 in bunks beds, the yurt sleeps 10 on cots, Longhouse rooms sleep 4 in bunk beds. Accommodation requests will be honoured in the order in which the registrations are received. On-line registration is not available for Family Camp due to booking accommodations. Please call us at or to register. Campers must be the correct age by Nov 15, Y & up: $445 + GST 10 16Y: $310 + GST 4 9Y: $260 + GST 3Y & under: Free Barcode Session Dates G Aug H Aug SUMMER WEEKLY DAY CAMPS Koska Age: 7Y - 9Y Koska campers come to day camp for a five day, Monday to Friday session. They will experience many camp activities, including canoeing, climbing, arts and crafts, hiking, archery, and lots of games! These Koska campers will learn to work as a team and experience new activities and challenges with the guidance of their counsellor. Please note: Camping overnights are offered with residential camp options only. Bussing is available from Canmore and Exshaw at an additional cost. On-line registration is not available for day camps due to bus options. Please call us at or to register. Campers must be the correct age by Nov 15, Co-ed (7Y 9Y) Camp Fee: $190 Bus Fee: $45 + GST Barcode Session Dates A Jul B Jul C Jul D Jul 29 Aug 2 The descriptions in this program guide are only a synopsis. Please review our Camp Descriptions and Risk Awareness documents at for a full description. 10

11 11 Eshguin Age: 10Y - 11Y Eshguin campers come to day camp for a five day, Monday to Friday session. They will experience many camp activities, including canoeing, arts and crafts, hiking, archery, and lots of games! Eshguin campers make new friends, reunite with old friends and create adventures with the guidance of their counsellor. Please note: Camping overnights are offered with residential camp options only. Bussing is available from Canmore and Exshaw at an additional cost. On-line registration is not available for day camps due to bus options. Please call us at or to register. Campers must be the correct age by Nov 15, Co-ed (10Y 11Y) Camp Fee: $190 Bus Fee: $45 + GST Barcode Session Dates A Jul B Jul C Jul D Jul 29 Aug 2 The descriptions in this program guide are only a synopsis. Please review our Camp Descriptions and Risk Awareness documents at for a full description. 11

12 12 YMCA Calgary Weekend facility Rentals Camp Chief Hector has the amenities, activities and friendly welcoming staff to make a safe, adventurous and fun weekend for groups of people. For sports teams, clubs and other groups we offer a wide range of activities suited for youth and adults from ropes courses to archery, hiking, canoeing and much more. We have indoor bunk-bed accommodations yearround as well as tipis in the spring and fall. Break-out spaces are available for activities or conference- style meetings. Also available: portable projector/screen, whiteboard and markers, stereo equipment, full coffee and tea service and much more. Shared indoor accommodations are a great way for teams, clubs or other groups to spend a fun weekend together in the mountains. Our food services team is able to accommodate special dietary restrictions and food allergies including vegetarian, no pork/seafood, dairy and/or gluten free and is happy to discuss menu requests with you. Our Hector Health Centre is a great space for weekends together with friends and family. With two spacious living rooms, a full kitchen, large deck, four washrooms and enough beds to sleep 16 the Health Centre is the perfect space to have a family reunion, or to host a games or craft retreat. We also do weddings! For more information or to inquire about booking availability, please contact Steve MacDonald at smacdona@calgary.ymca.ca or at (403) (ext. 202) 12

13 13 outdoor school ALL ABOUT OUTDOOR SCHOOLS For more than 30 years, Camp Chief Hector YMCA has hosted groups of grade 5 to 12 students at our Outdoor Schools programs. These unique opportunities enhance school learning, build communication and cooperative skills and provide a shared experience for students of different backgrounds. Financial assistance is available. All Outdoor Schools programs are centered on the four YMCA core values: Caring, Honesty, Respect and Responsibility. By blending the skills of dynamic staff and carefully selected learning activities, we have built a legacy of building strong kids who become community leaders in years to come. Hector Spring School All Ages Hector Spring School is a program designed to meet various learning objectives from the Grades 4-6 Science and Social Studies program of studies. Students will learn about the food chain as they play the Predator Prey game and revisit the past through exploring our Voyageur heritage in big canoes. During their day hike they will adventure around the foothills and learn to identify different tree species as they explore the forest and wetlands. Students will learn about the stories of early Canadians as they participate in cultural activities such as tipi living and animal tracking. Cost $205/student plus GST and transportation. Outdoor Experiential School All Ages The Outdoor Experiential School program is designed for students in Grades 7-12 and aims to foster positive social growth, group awareness, and leadership development. Students participate in a number of activities designed to develop teamwork and outdoor living skills such as hiking, canoeing, high ropes, the challenge course, initiative tasks, fire-building, camp craft, and archery. Cost $255/student plus GST and transportation. Ecoschool Age:10Y and up ECO School is geared towards students in Grades 4-6 and aims to develop environmental awareness and community-building in an outdoor setting. Student learning is fun, active and experiential. In this Outdoor School program, counsellors help students explore the Bow Valley, examine various tree species, play the Predator Prey game, and build teamwork through the low ropes and challenge courses. It is possible to adapt the traditional program in order to meet the unique learning goals of your students. Cost $205/student plus GST and transportation. custom bookings Custom group programs are available for school groups who want to work together to build community and develop their leadership skills. With the guidance of YMCA staff members, students are able to participate in activities such as initiative games, low ropes, archery, hiking, the challenge course, the Predator/Prey game and the high ropes area. It is also possible to book our site for teacher-facilitated programs such as a leadership development program or band camp. Costs vary depending on program length, meal requirements and activity selection. For more information or to inquire about booking availability, please contact Nikki Thomson at nthomson@calgary.ymca.ca or at (403) (ext. 201) Sunship EartH All Ages Sunship Earth is designed for students in Grades 4-6 and encourages students to reconnect with the earth and reflect upon their ecological practices. Students learn about energy flow, cycling, diversity, community, interrelationships, change, and adaptations. Activities such as helping a giant leaf photosynthesize, building soil from rocks, and playing a squirrel as its food resources change, help students to understand these concepts. Cost is $210/student plus GST and transportation. 13