BOSTON URBAN CAMPS SUMMER CAMP 2018 YMCA OF GREATER BOSTON ymcaboston.org
YMCA OF GREATER BOSTON DAY CAMPS Y CAMPS. SO MUCH MORE. Y Day Camp keeps kids engaged, safe, healthy, and learning. Above all, we focus on making summer fun! JOIN US FOR THE BEST SUMMER EVER! Hands-on exploration and skill building Exposure to the arts Team building Focus on wellbeing Building life skills Active play Social and emotional growth 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! CAMP SESSION DATES SESSION 1 June 25 - June 29 SESSION 2 July 2 - July 6 (CLOSED JULY 4) SESSION 3 July 9 - July 13 SESSION 4 July 16 - July 20 SESSION 5 July 23 - July 27 SESSION 6 July 30 - August 3 SESSION 7 August 6 - August 10 SESSION 8 August 13 - August 17 SESSION 9 August 20 - August 24 SESSION 10 August 27 - August 31 CAMP HOURS: 8:00am - 6:00pm UNLESS OTHERWISE NOTED
WHERE SUMMER MEANS MORE YMCA OF GREATER BOSTON OVERNIGHT CAMPS On the shores of Lake Winnipesaukee, our New Hampshire Overnight Camps are inclusive, traditional summer camps, focused on personal growth, YMCA values, and providing an unforgettable summer experience! PLEASANT VALLEY CAMP FOR GIRLS & NORTH WOODS CAMP FOR BOYS Our camps bring together children ages 8 to 15 to partake in fun-filled summer activities while learning about themselves, their environment, and each other. Campers at each camp are divided into 3 sections based on age and grade. The enjoyment, friendships, and excitement that come from being a part of our overnight camps are memories that last a lifetime! SANDY ISLAND 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, scrumptious healthy meals, organized activities, fishing, boating, swimming and so much more! NEW CAMPER COUPON $100 OFF YOUR 2018 SUMMER REGISTRATION to North Woods YMCA Camp for Boys or Pleasant Valley YMCA Camp for Girls. Must be a member in good standing of the YMCA of Greater Boston. Coupon only valid for firsttime campers to North Woods or Pleasant Valley. For more information about overnight and family camps, call 603-569-2725 or email campingservices@ymcaboston.org. ymcaboston.org/overnightcamps Need based scholarships are also available, please call us at 603-569-2725 for an application.
ROXBURY NEW EXPLORERS CAMP PIONEERS AGES 5-6 EXPLORERS AGES 7-9 TRAILBLAZERS AGES 10-13 Location: Roxbury YMCA EMAIL: roxburycamps@ymcaboston.org Explore the world through fun and play! Build friendships in an active and engaging environment. Exciting and creative activities are inspired by the Y's three focus areas: youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. Designed to spark each child's interest in the world around them, participants have a blast exploring their local community, sharing new experiences and building self-confidence.
At camp, I made new friends and was able to swim and go on fun field trips! DORCHESTER SUMMER CAMP EXPLORERS AGES 5-11 LEADERS IN TRAINING AGES 12-13 Location: Dorchester YMCA EMAIL: dorchestercamps@ymcaboston.org As an outdoor and field trip based camp, Dorchester Summer Explorers seeks to spark each child's interest and curiosity in exploring the world around them. With a focus on achievement, friendships, belonging, and outside play, Summer Explorers camp will offer a weekly schedule of hands-on activities such as swimming, art, dance, science, literacy, teambuilding, healthy living, and character education. Breakfast and lunch are provided daily. GOLDEN MOUNTAIN CAMP AGES 5-6 & 7-13 Location: Wang YMCA of Chinatown EMAIL: wangcamps@ymcaboston.org Encourage life-long learning with literacy, creative arts, field trips, sports, games, swimming, and community exploration. Your child will build positive relationships, enhance social and leadership skills, and strengthen self-esteem and confidence in a positive, caring and safe environment. Family Member $206 Youth/Kids Pass $220 Community $246 REGISTER ONLINE AT YMCABOSTON.ORG/CAMPS
URBAN ADVENTURE CAMP AGES 5-13 Location: Huntington Avenue YMCA EMAIL: huntingtoncamps@ymcaboston.org Urban Adventure Camp discover with us! Encourage independence, leadership, and build autonomy through fun, supervised activities in the city. Kids will improve sports skills, explore new talents and learn the Y's character values. With outdoor adventures, swimming, weekly field trips and more, your child is sure to build lasting friendships and memories! WANT TO GET OUT OF THE CITY? PONKAPOAG OUTDOOR CENTER AGES 7-12 Location: Canton, MA HOURS: 9:30am-4:30pm DROP-OFF 8:00-9:30am PICKUP 4:30-6:00pm EMAIL: meninoymcacamps@ymcaboston.org Located at the beautiful Ponkapoag Outdoor Center, this camp offers an enriching outdoor experience featuring swim lessons, sports, archery, crafts, a ropes course, nature activities and hiking. Join the fun and build character, self-confidence and responsibility. Drop-off/Pickup at Ponkapoag ONLY. Transportation is provided from the Roxbury, Dorchester, and Huntington YMCAs! TRANSPORTATION $45
REGISTER ONLINE AT YMCABOSTON.ORG/CAMPS REGISTRATION Register for camp online or at your local YMCA branch. Online registration is not available for those who receive financial aid. Please register in your local YMCA 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. For forms, visit ymcaboston.org/camps or visit your local YMCA Welcome Center. FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE The YMCA 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 YMCA Welcome Center. The YMCA accepts vouchers. MEMBERSHIP A YMCA 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 Rates! This camp must comply with regulations of the Massachusetts Department of Public Health and be licensed by the local board of health. The YMCA is an equal opportunity employer and service provider. To learn more about summer camps, email your local branch! ALL KIDS HAVE POTENTIAL. That's why we support their academic, physical, and social-emotional development from cradle to career with holistic programs that eliminate the opportunity gap they help kids realize who they are and all they can achieve. EXPLORATION & PLAY SERVICE LEARNING FAMILY INVOLVEMENT LITERACY COMMUNITY EXPLORATION RELATIONSHIPS ARTS SELF CONFIDENCE STEM HEALTH & WELLNESS