THEME: Welcome to the Jungle SESSION 1: June 12, 2017 June 16, 2017 GRADES: 2-5 Objectives: Let s set out on this summers adventures by investigating animal habitats, exploring conservation efforts and blossoming new friendships June 12, 2017 June 13, 2017 June 14, 2017 June 15, 2017 June 16, 2017 FIRST DAY OF CAMP! FIELD TRIP DAY! ICE CREAM SOCIAL! POOL DAY! Leaping Lizard Party Blowers Jungle Guide Vests & Binoculars Jungle Yoga Stances Jungle Camouflage Scavenger Hunt Tribal Council: Group Names & Banners Welcome Challenge: Soda Free Summer 3D Jungle Animals Mosquitos v. Monkeys Tag STEM: Animal Sorting & Classification Pipe Cleaner Animals Jungle Maze Challenge! STEM: Elephant Toothpaste Scooter s Jungle Indoor Gymnasium & Bounce House Arena Time: 9:30am-4:00pm 2250 Union Pl B, Simi Valley, CA 93065 (805) 203-9200 Jumpers & Bounce Houses Giant Inflatables Jungle Gym Animal Yoga Jungle Chalk Mazes STEM: Pop Bottle Terrariums Changing Chameleon Activity Global Deforestation and Conservation Ice Cream Social Optional: Extra spending money (staff not permitted to hold money; child responsible) Optional: Bring a pre-packaged, brand new (unopened) ice cream topping to share. Homemade toppings not permitted. :
THEME: Get Your Kicks on Route 66 SESSION 2: June 19, 2017 June 23, 2017 GRADES: 2-5 Objectives: All aboard, as we set out on a journey along America s highways and byways to explore famous places and roadside attractions around the country. June 19, 2017 June 20, 2017 June 21, 2017 June 22, 2017 June 23, 2017 Team Name Bumper Stickers Rustlers and Settlers Tag Landmark #1: Chicago, Illinois Pave The Way Team Challenge! STEM: Rubber Band Racers Chicago Skyline Water Painting Run Around Town Kickball Post Card Decoders Perla Bead Traffic Signs Travel Cases Craft STEM: Exploding Bridges FIELD TRIP DAY! BACK IN TIME REWIND! POOL DAY! Landmark #2: McClean, Texas Cardboard Challenge! El Capitan Movie Theater Feature Film by Walt Disney Pictures Time: 9:00am-3:00pm (subject to change) 6838 Hollywood Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90028 (818) 845-3110 Movie: TBA Departure Time Subject to Change as film schedule was not posted at the time of print. Landmark #3: Clinton, Oklahoma Dust In the Wind- Investigating Droughts Specialty: Old Fashioned Style Milkshakes America the Beautiful Wreaths Petroglyphs Optional: Extra spending money (staff not permitted to hold money; child responsible) :
THEME: Anchors Aweigh SESSION 3: June 26, 2017 June 30, 2017 GRADES: 2-5 Objectives: Ships Ahoy! Come to port for a great Y adventure, as we meet new friends and have new experiences, anchored in character values and teamwork. June 26, 2017 June 27, 2017 June 28, 2017 June 29, 2017 June 30, 2017 Team Name & Pirate Name Decoders Perla Bead Underwater Seascapes Battleship! Treasure Chest Making STEM: Exploding Treasure Chest Water Balloon Launching Eye Patch & Hook Craft 3D Pirate Ships Pirate s Cove Kickball STEM: Bombs Away! Catapult Construction FIELD TRIP DAY! Seaside Lagoon Waterpark Saltwater Aquatic Park Time: 9:00am-6:00pm 200 Portofino Way, Redondo Beach, CA 90277 (310) 318-0681 Waterslides and Fountains Splash Pads Sand Activities & Swimming Treasure Map Making Gold Doubloons Scavenger Hunt Felt Parrot Plushy Shipwrecked! Simon Says STEM: Origami Pirate Ships POOL DAY! Fantastic Pirate Songs Treasure Chest Pockets Where s The Treasure Buried? :
THEME: Holiday Jamboree SESSION 4: July 3, 2017 -July 7, 2017 GRADES: 2-5 Objectives: Why only celebrate one holiday when we can celebrate four! This week will have a whole years worth of fun in one week! July 03, 2017 July 04, 2017 July 05, 2017 July 06, 2017 July 07, 2017 PARTY IN THE USA YMCA CLOSED SUMMER-WEEN VERY HAPPY UN-BIRTHDAY POOL DAY! ALOHA SUMMER Mr. Frankenstein Activity Witches Brew Patriotic Wind Chimes 4 th of July Part Poppers Capture the American Flag Patriotic Parfaits STEM: Fireworks in a Jar All About Me Personalized Flags YMCA DAY CAMP CLOSED. Happy Independence (4 th of July) Day! Mummy Wrap Group Contest Pumpkin Tissue Bowls STEM: Mummy Math Wrap Game On: Video Game Truck! Mobile Game Truck. Rated E Games! Time: To be Announced Birthday Banners Decorate Your Own Birthday Cupcake STEM: Straw Rockets! Sand Art Beach Ball Volleyball Paper Plate Sugar Skull Well Wishes Cards WHAT TO BRING WHAT TO BRING WHAT TO BRING WHAT TO BRING :
THEME: Space Race SESSION 5: July 10, 2017 -July 14, 2017 GRADES: 2-5 Objectives: Let s take a trip to outer space with these fun activities that are out of this world. We will have fun learning about constellations, planets and how to protect planet earth. July 10, 2017 July 11, 2017 July 12, 2017 July 13, 2017 July 14, 2017 The Milky Way Solar System Paper Plate UFOs UFO Tag (Hula Hoop Tag) Space School Musical Jams! STEM: Fizzing Jupiter Balls Moonwalk Tag Aluminum Comet Steal the Planet (Steal the Bacon) Make a Telescope STEM: Space Landing Mission FIELD TRIP DAY! California Science Center Museum, 3D IMAX Movie & Space Shuttle Time: 9:30am-5:00pm 700 Exposition Park Dr, Los Angeles, CA 90037 (323) 724-3623 Space Shuttle Endeavor A Beautiful Planet 3D Hands-On Science Papier mâché Planet OREO Cookie Moon Phases Outer Space Slime Alien Hats STEM: Marshmallow Constellations POOL DAY! Constellation Project Design my own Planet Shaving Cream Planet Art Making Moonrocks Protecting Our Planet Bring an empty Paper towel roll Bring an old CD that you no longer need and an empty toilet paper roll :
THEME: Pass it On! SESSION 6: July 17, 2017 -July 21, 2017 GRADES: 2-5 Objectives: Teamwork! Sportsmanship! Skill Building! Campers will leave this session with higher self-esteem and more self-confidence! We are ready to Pass it On! July 17, 2017 July 18, 2017 July 19, 2017 July 20, 2017 July 21, 2017 Pre-Game: Who am I? (Sports Edition) Make a Soccer Ball with Fuse Beads Sport of the Day: Soccer Crab Soccer STEM: What Does Water Do To Your Body? JERSEY DAY! FIELD TRIP DAY! POOL DAY! Overtime: Scream Off Relay Race Pass it On Mad-Libs Half Time: Healthy Trail Mix Project Make Banners and Signs for the Game Sport of the Day: Basketball Learn to Spin a Basket Ball on Your Finger STEM: Basketball Tower My Sports Hero Sports Pennants STEM: Freebie Aerodynamics Sparks Game @ Staples Center LIVE WNBA Basketball Game Time: 10:00am-5:00pm 1111 S. Figueroa Street Los Angeles, CA 90015 (213) 742-7100 Section R108 (courtside) Live WNBA Game Fun at the Staples Center Polling our Favorite Sport Sports Visors Create your own Jersey Basket Ball Washer Necklace Special Olympics Wear your favorite sports jersey or sports shirt! :
THEME: Up, Up and Away We Go! SESSION 7: July 24, 2017 July 28, 2017 GRADES: 2-5 Objectives: Superheroes in training, welcome to the Y Superhero Academy! This week, campers will explore super science, discover their super selves and form super teams with friends! July 24, 2017 July 25, 2017 July 26, 2017 July 27, 2017 July 28, 2017 Superhero Door Decorating Contest Superhero Team Names & Theme Jingles Academy Lesson 1: Toilet Paper Mummies Superhero Boot Camp Obstacle Course STEM: Hula Hoop Challenges WEAR A WIG AND/OR TIE (ANY STYLE)! NEWSPAPER FASHION SHOW! SPECIAL VISITOR! POOL DAY! Academy Lesson 2: Super Suit Silhouettes Academy Lesson 4: Comic Book Creations Spider Web Maze Challenge NEWSPAPER FASHION SHOW! Academy Lesson 3: Amazing Race Hunt Cityscapes and Skylines! STEM: Super Slime from Borax Academy Lesson 5: Who is your Hero? Superhero Super Smoothies STEM: Super Brick Walls Challenge Mad Science Presentation Up, Up and Away Assembly 10:30am-11:30am Academy Lesson 6: The Cape Pass the Wet Cape Relay Race STEM: Special Effects Flying Photo Shoot Service Learning/Social Responsibility Superhero Camouflage Mask Thank You Cards to Local Heroes International Superheroes! Superhero Cape Autograph Signing Optional: Wear a fun wig, style your hair in a crazy or fun way or wear a tie (any style) Empty Tissue box (any size or variant) :
THEME: Full STEAM Ahead! SESSION 8: July 31, 2017 August 4, 2017 GRADES: 2-5 Objectives: What happens when you STEAM up the week with Science Technology Engineering Art and Math? You explore the depths of creativity and exploration with friends! July 31, 2017 August 1, 2017 August 2, 2017 August 3, 2017 August 4, 2017 Straw Rockets Hula Hoop Challenge S: Color Mixing Tops Floating Ball Activity STEM: Aerodynamics of Paper Airplanes JEAN FLING! WEAR DENIM ANYTHING! FIELD TRIP DAY! WET N WILD! POOL DAY! T: Digital Footprint Computer Safety A: Nature Montages Obstacle Course WET N WILD! E: Catapult Challenge Leaky Bucket Races STEM: Nature Walk & Collection (for Wed.) LA Natural History Museum And Exposition Park 10:00am-5:00pm 900 Exposition Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90007 (213) 763-3466 Discovery Center Dinosaur Hall Gems and Minerals M: Symmetric Art Homemade Playdough STEM: Whirlwind in a bottle Time: Service Learning/Social Responsibility Stick, Stem and Vine Art Is it biodegradable? STEM Scientist of the World Optional: Wear some denim! Optional: Extra spending money (staff not permitted to hold money; child responsible) Two empty bottles that (same size) Wet n Wild Thursday: Light Water Games :
THEME: Camp Rewind! SESSION 9: August 7, 2017 August 11, 2017 GRADES: 2-5 Objectives: Superheroes in training, welcome to the Y Superhero Academy! This week, campers will explore super science, discover their super selves and form super teams with friends! August 7, 2017 August 8, 2017 August 9, 2017 August 10, 2017 August 11, 2017 Group Votes: Favorite Camp Rewind Activity Soda Free Summer Group Skits & Awards Camper s Got Talent! Camp Talent Show! MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS DAY! WET N WILD! SOCK HOP! WEAR FUN SOCKS! LAST DAY OF CAMP LAUSD Choice Favorite Art Projects Choice Favorite Outdoor Game Choice Favorite Group Project Musical Instruments Designs & Creation WET N WILD! Thank You Cards to Counselors Camp Rock Concert! Musical Instrument Day! Are You Smarter than a Camp Counselor? So You Think You Can Dance? Sock Hop Dance Party! END OF SUMMER BASH! Camp Party & Celebration! Music Games Dancing - Pizza Please send $5.00 (Cash) for Lunch. We will serve pizza. Pizza Options: Cheese or Pepperoni Daily Specials Autograph and Endorsement Books Choice Favorite Craft Project Pizza is optional. Campers may bring their own lunch. Please alert staff of any allergies or objections to pork. Daily Specials Rewind Running Man/Mannequin Challenge Choice Favorite Camp Songs Daily Specials Friendship Cereal Jewelry Choice Favorite STEM Activity Daily Specials Scream! Back to School Relay Race! Choice Favorite Sports Game Optional: Bring a Musical Instrument from home to share (at own risk). All campers will also make instruments for concert. Wet n Wild Wednesday: Light Water Games Optional: Campers can wear clean socks. Children may be shoeless during specific indoor activities. Being shoeless is optional. Please send $5.00 (Cash) for Lunch. END OF SUMMER REMINDERS & INFORMATION THANK YOU! Thank you for joining us for our 2017 Summer Day Camp program! We hope that your child had the best summer ever! The fun doesn t have to stop! We will be open again for fall, winter and spring break day camp. Also, if you are looking for before and/or after school programs, we provide those too! If we are not at your child s school and your school is in need of high quality before and after school programs, please let us know so we can contact them! Don t forget to complete the End of Summer Parent Survey! We need your feedback! Still need day camp next week? Our Bay Laurel location is open for one more week! Inquire with your Camp Director for more details. LAUSD starts back next week, but if your school district has one more week of summer, we have you covered!