BEST SUMMER EVER! FRIENDSHIP, ACCOMPLISHMENT, BELONGING SUMMER CAMPS 2016 OAK SQUARE OF GREATER BOSTON ymcaboston.org SUMMER CAMP BEGINS JUNE 27 REGISTRATION BEGINS JANUARY 30
MORE FUN THIS SUMMER The Y s Child Development Programs inspire achievement at every age. We provide a caring and engaging experience for all children that promotes a love of learning, healthy habits and positive relationships. Center Harbor Tuftonboro Reading MASSACHUSETTS Wakefield Burbank North Suburban Stoneham Meredith Pleasant Valley Camp North Woods Camp Sandy Island Family Camp Lake Winnipesaukee Lynn Saugus Laconia Woburn Wolfeboro NEW HAMPSHIRE Melrose Winchester Lexington Malden Medford Arlington Revere Everett Belmont Waltham Cambridge Watertown Huntington Oak Square Avenue South Wellesley Brookline Winthrop East Boston Wang of Chinatown Allston/ Brighton Newton Chelsea Somerville Charlestown North Jamaica Plain South Boston Dorchester Charles RiverReading West Roslindale Mattapan Wakefield Burbank Needham Hale Hyde Park Milton Reservation North Suburban Stoneham Lynn Dover Camp Dedham Saugus Ponkapoag Woburn Camp Melrose Center Harbor Tuftonboro SSACHUSETTS Meredith Medford Wolfeboro Braintree Norwood Malden Canton Arlington Laconia NEW HAMPSHIRE Westwood Winchester Lexington Pleasant Valley Camp North Woods Camp Sandy Island Family Camp Lake Winnipesaukee Quincy Revere Everett Belmont altham MCA Cambridge Charlestown North Watertown Allston/ Brighton Newton sley Chelsea Somerville Huntington Oak Square Avenue South Brookline South Boston Jamaica Plain Dorchester West Roslindale arles River Mattapan ham Hale Hyde Park Milton Reservation Camp Dedham Ponkapoag Camp DAY CAMP Westwood Winthrop East Boston Wang of Chinatown Quincy Y Day Camp keeps kids engaged, Braintree Norwood safe, healthycanton and learning. At the Y, we focus on your child as a whole, including top-notch sports and swimming instruction, exploration of the community, and developing life-long friendships. We emphasize seamlessly weaving literacy, math, and science lessons into our curriculum, preventing summer learning loss and making sure our camp kids are ready to return to school in the fall. Above all, we focus on making summer fun! OVERNIGHT CAMPS Two weeks at an amazing overnight camp can change a child s perspective, if not their life. On the shores of Lake Winnipesaukee in Tuftonboro, NH, of Greater Boston s Pleasant Valley Camp for Girls and North Woods Camp for Boys bring children from all over the world together for fun and adventure. With activities like zip lining, kayaking, sports, games and nature hikes, kids jump out of their bunks ready for action every day. FAMILY CAMP Spend an unforgettable week with your loved ones at Sandy Island Family Camp in New Hampshire. Located on 66 acres on the shores of Lake Winnipesaukee, Sandy Island offers lakefront cabins, organized family activities, fishing, boating, swimming and so much more! For more information about overnight and family camps, call 603-569-2725 or email campingservices@ymcaboston.org.
OAK SQUARE DAY CAMPS SCAMPER CAMP AGES 3-4 Sessions 1-10 This camp offers quality care in a safe and supportive environment that fosters the emotional, physical, social development of each camper. Campers will have exposure to the arts, STEM, literacy, free swim, swim lessons, sports and participation in weekly camp events. In addition, your child will develop skills to build character values, self-esteem and friendships. Campers must be potty trained to attend this program. Family Member $277 Youth/Kids Pass $296 Non-Member $332 SCOUT CAMP AGES 5-6 Sessions 1-10 Scout campers participate in specialty blocks in STEM, the Arts and Health & Wellness. In addition, your child will develop skills to build character values, self-esteem and friendships through open circle and team building activities. Family Member $277 Youth/Kids Pass $296 Non-Member $332 Before going to the, my son didn t really like to play with other kids and was very shy. He was also scared of the water. I can t believe it, but now he knows how to swim! And he s more social! I noticed a big difference. My daughter just loved the experience, she loved everything about the program and the activities. REGISTER ONLINE AT BOSTON.ORG/CAMPS
SPORTS CAMP AGES 7-12 Sessions 1-9 Campers will learn the fundamental tools of each sport to successfully engage in healthy completive scrimmages. Through drills, partner work, and open circle our instructors teach campers the importance of teamwork. Family Member $215 Youth/Kids Pass $235 Non-Member $260 My kids made new friends, gained confidence and learned the meaning of teamwork. We can t wait for next summer! SPORTS MANIA CAMP Sessions 1,2,5,6,9 All sports, all the time! This exciting camp featuring fundamentals, drills and skills for many different sports features healthy competition to help kids learn how to be a team player. BASKETBALL CAMP Sessions 4 & 8 Shoot like a pro! Learn the fundamentals, rules and strategies of basketball. Campers focus on building sport skills with an emphasis on teamwork. SOCCER CAMP Sessions 3 & 7 Develop passing, shooting, goalkeeping and dribbling skills. Each day includes competitive scrimmages and fun drills where campers learn the rules and strategies of soccer.
VOYAGER CAMP AGES 7-12 Sessions 1-10 Voyager campers participate in specialty blocks in STEM, the Arts and Health & Wellness. Your child will develop skills to build character values, selfesteem and friendships through open circle and team building activities. Family Member $190 Youth/Kids Pass $210 Non-Member $225 COUNSELORS IN TRAINING AGES 13-14 Start Dates of each Two Week Session fall on the FIRST DAY of Sessions 1,3,5,7,9 As our oldest campers, our teens will be role models for our younger campers while gaining the tools for leadership. CITs will spend a great deal of time with our Scamper & Scout campers to push themselves to new heights. Through hands on work with our youngest campers, CITs will learn the tools they need to be future counselors. CITs will work together and participate in fieldtrips, community service projects and leadership development. Our teens won t feel like they are campers in a day camp, but more like they are counselors at camp while hanging out with friends in a supportive, safe and positive atmosphere! CITs must be 13 the first day of the session to attend. TWO WEEK SESSION FEES Family Member $253 Youth/Kids Pass $276 Non-Member $300
EMAIL OAKSQUARECAMPS@BOSTON.ORG TO LEARN MORE ABOUT SUMMER CAMPS! REGISTRATION REGISTER ONLINE at ymcaboston.org/camps Online registration is not available for those who receive financial aid. Please register in your local Branch. ENROLLMENT FORMS Once registration is complete, please submit your child s enrollment forms, most recent physical, immunization records, and any other necessary medical documentation. Enrollment and Medical forms are due no later than June 1st. All forms must be completed by that date to secure your child s space at camp. Visit ymcaboston.org/camps for forms or visit your local Welcome Center. LUNCH & SNACK Daily & afternoon snack are provided by the Massachusetts Department of Education Summer Food Program at no cost to families. Participation in this program is optional. When packing lunch for your camper, keep in mind we are a Nut Free Camp. FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE The serves people of all ages, backgrounds, abilities and incomes and strives to make camp fees affordable for families in need. Pick up a financial assistance application at your Welcome Center. The accepts vouchers. MEMBERSHIP Y membership is a great way to spend quality time with your kids. Visit our Welcome Center or call us to join. Bonus - you ll save on Camp Fees! This camp must comply with regulations of the Massachusetts Department of Public Health and be licensed by the local board of health. The is an equal opportunity employer and service provider. Oak Square Camps are an early adopter of the of the USA s Camp Upgrade Program. CAMP POLICIES For information about group ratios, schedules, group breakups, lunch procedures, etc., please find a copy of our Summer Camp Handbook at the Oak Square front desk or call the camp office to request one. REGISTER ONLINE AT BOSTON.ORG/CAMPS
OF GREATER BOSTON SUMMER CAMPS Y CAMPS. SO MUCH MORE. Just a few reasons... Hands-on exploration & skill building Exposure to the arts Team building Focus on wellbeing Building life skills Active play Social and emotional growth CAMP SESSION DATES SESSION 1 June 27 - July 1 SESSION 2 July 4 - July 8 - closed july 4. SESSION 3 July 11 - July 15 SESSION 4 July 18 - July 22 SESSION 5 July 25 - July 29 SESSION 6 August 1 - August 5 SESSION 7 August 8 - August 12 SESSION 8 August 15 - August 19 SESSION 9 August 22 - August 26 SESSION 10 August 29 - September 2 Quality, experienced staff Memories to cherish Strong role models Emphasis on positive relationships Lifelong friendships A strong community of the best campers and staff around! LOCATION: Oak Square CAMP HOURS: 9:00am - 4:00pm EXTENDED DAY: 8:00am - 9:00am AND 4:00pm - 6:00pm EXTENDED DAY OPTION Just $50 for early drop off and late pickup!