Yellowstone Alliance Adventures Bozeman s Finest Youth Camp senior high rafting trip
About YAA Camp Yellowstone Alliance Adventures is a Christian-based camp that focuses on the whole person, more than your average skill-based programs. This summer camp delivers value-based character formation in the midst of wild, crazy, and fun activities that capture student s imagination and interests. Our focus at YAA is on the person rather than their performance. Through well-planned programs, dynamic speakers, cabin times and individual time spent with counselors, campers are enriched, encouraged and introduced to Jesus Christ in a personal way. Our summer camps are run by a trained staff of Christian leaders who love and care for kids. We guarantee a maximum staff-to-camper ratio of 1:6 in each cabin. Our state licensed kitchen always gets high marks for quality meals and puts out more than just camp food. You can be assured that time spent at YAA is a great investment and well worth the cost. qualified to win To qualify for the Olympics, an athlete devotes his or her entire life to training. Everything they do revolves around being the best in their sport. Those who are truly committed don t let anything get in the way. They are laser focused on the prize the Gold Medal. Join YAA on the medal platform as we zero in on becoming qualified, living a life of laser focus, keeping our eyes on the goal and laying aside everything that keeps us from running to win! Giving thanks to the Father, who has qualified you! Colossians 1:12
Overnight Residential Camp Whether you ve been to YAA before, or this is your first week, you are in for a real adventure! You will stay in a cabin on YAA grounds with a counselor and other campers close to your age. Your days will be filled with activities like archery, water games, crafts, zip line, climbing wall, mountain boarding, all-camp games, chapels and cabin devotions. This will truly be a life changing experience! $280/$260 before April 15 Camp dates June 22-27 5th-6th Grade June 29-July 4 7th-9th Grade July 8-12 Sr High Camp July 13-18 3rd-5th Grade July 20-25 6th-8th Grade Skill builders and Activities At YAA our goal is to provide hands-on activities that are not only fun but educational. Not all activities are available for all ages. Skill Builders: Hiking/Camping Skills, Geocaching/ Orienteering, Archery, *Riflery, Climbing, Crafts, FOLF, Field Games, *Mountain Boarding Activities/Team Building: Challenge Course, Zipline, **Canoeing, Water Pit, *Paintball, Hiking, Volleyball, Soccer, Basketball * Not available to 3rd - 4th graders ** Not available every week for more info or to register online go to our website at www.yaacamp.org Overnight Camp Info Registration will be held in the camp store from 3-3:30pm on the first day of each camp. What to Bring Sleeping bag, pillow, towel, toiletries, Bible, notebook, pens and pencils, musical instruments, flashlight, swimsuit (no two-piece), hiking and running shoes, sweatshirt, warm jacket, pants, extra socks, and extra money for the store and making crafts. (A list of required items for specialty camps will be sent upon receiving your camper s registration.) What Not to Bring IPods/radios, cell phones, valuables, bad attitudes, guns, knives, fireworks, non-prescription drugs, alcohol and tobacco. Phone calls to and from campers are reserved for emergencies only. Please don t send a cell phone with your child. See General Info
Day Camp 1st-5th Grades June 16-20 and/or June 23-27 Back by popular demand with two weeks to choose from. Kids will get a full dose of camp life and be able to return home to your care each night. Days will be full of field activities, crafts, flying high on the zip line and much more. Kids will also engage in worship and lessons from the Bible. We expect that at the end of the day, kids will be wanting more, so we plan to provide it. On Thursday, day campers will have the option to spend the night in a cabin. (Offering dependent upon number of overnight campers.) Price includes lunch. $150/wk $40/day Day campers will get to experience a wide variety of skill builders and activities. There will be no sign up for specific activities. Transportation to and from Bozeman is available for an additional fee (except on Monday). Please call the camp office at 406-763-4727 for more information and to sign up your camper for YAA pick up and drop off. Day Camp Info Registration will begin Monday at 8:30am in the camp store. Drop off for the remainder of the week is 9am and pick up is at 4pm. What to Bring A light jacket, sturdy shoes, back pack and a water bottle. Special instructions will be given the day before if they need something for a specific activity. See General Info General Info When you bring your child to check in, please bring any medication they will need for the week and any money they would like to spend in the store. We recommend $30 for the week. At the end of camp, you will be given the option to donat the unused store money to a camp project or have it refunded. Registration All registrations must be accompanied by a $50 non-refundable deposit. Full payment is due 2 weeks prior to the camp start date to ensure your child s spot. To qualify for overnight camp Early Bird Discount, full fees must be paid and postmarked by April 15. Store Credit $5 for each friend you bring who is a first time camper Store credits are non-refundable and will be used before money put on a store account. Discounts $20 off for regular attendees of a contributing church (churches who give financially to YAA) Scholarships are available, but please check with your home church first. Lost & Found A minimum of $15 plus shipping will be charged for any lost items returned to you after camp. Due to space limitations we will only keep lost & found items for three weeks. Camper Mail We strongly encourage a hand written note to your child. Be sure to allow yourself enough time for mail to be received before camp is over. Emails will be delivered at a charge of 25 per page. Send your email to campermail@yaacamp.org Family Camp July 4-7 and Aug 29-Sept 1 Call 406.763-4727 or visit www.yaacamp.org for more information
Adventure Camps Wilderness Adventure Camp 6th-8th Grades June 29-July 4 Ready for a little twist on our residential camp program? Wilderness Base Camp will take you deep into the Gallatin National Forest and exchange: cabins for tents; dining hall meals for campfire cooking; field games for day hike expeditions, paintball for nature photography, and skill builders for back country survival skills! What won t change is the quality staff, the fun and excitement, the instruction and the spiritual guidance that you have come to expect in all of our camps. $280/$260 before April 15 Wilderness Backpacking Camp 9th-12th Grades July 13-18 Take your adventures to new heights as this overnight camp will have you summiting some of the Gallatin Mountains most beautiful peaks. During this 5 night backpacking trip we will hike and explore waterfalls, search for mountain goats and big horn sheep and learn the skills of minimum impact and no trace camping. All the camping and orienteering skills you ve learned will be tested and refined as you use them for day to day survival. This is one of the crowning experiences you ll have with YAA. $325/$300 before April 15 YAA is permitted for outfitting and guiding in the Gallatin National Forest. Leadership Training Timothy Program 9th-12th Grade June 12-July 26 With character formation at the forefront of YAA ministries, the Timothy Program provides a community-based, training environment that focuses on the whole person. It is our goal at YAA to reach out to teens in a way that brings their faith alive, helps them take steps in their spiritual growth and challenges them to live out their faith when they leave. Students will also learn different skills and have many chances to serve. Using all aspects of camp with daily Bible studies and powerful mentoring relationships, these students are given a strong foundation to become reliable men and women who will make a positive impact on others. For information and an application visit our website (www.yaacamp.org) or call YAA at 406.763.4727.
Youth Camp Registration One camper per form Please complete all applicable parts on both sides of form, use pen and send to: Yellowstone Alliance Adventures; 13707 Cottonwood Canyon Rd; Bozeman, MT 59718 Name Nickname m Male m Female Address Email Grade entering Fall 2014 Date of birth Prior years at camp Parent /Guardian 1 Relationship Address (mailing) Email (for confirmation) Parent /Guardian 2 Relationship Address (if different) Email (for confirmation) Emergency Contact (if parent/guardian not available) Relationship Address Authorized Pickup m Yes m_no Person NOT Authorized to Pickup Contact Notes Church Name Address Siblings attending in 2014 I m a first-timer, the friend who brought me is I m bringing the following friend(s) who is a first-timer at YAA Cabin Buddy choices: #1 #2 We will try to put you with at least one buddy, although not guaranteed. YAA uses photos and video clips of each camp for promotional purposes, please sign if you DO NOT want your child to appear in our material. m Yes m No How did you hear about YAA? m Radio m Magazine m Church m Friend m School m Website m Other Skill Builder #1 Skill Builder # 2 You will be able to be in at least one of your chosen skill builders, although not guaranteed for both. Choose from: Hiking/Camping Skills, Geo Caching/ Orienteering, Archery, Riflery, Climbing, Mountain Boarding, Crafts, FOLF or Field Games. Not all activities are available for all ages or every week.
Medical Form Must be completed for child to be registered in a camp. Health/Accident Insurance Co. Policy # Policyholder s Name Physician Name Phone Medical allergies Medications Food allergies Other allergies Over-the-counter medications camper should NOT receive: Special information/restrictions I hereby verify that all immunizations are up to date and the above information is complete and accurate to my knowledge. I hereby grant permission for my child to receive first aid and emergency treatment by the camp nurse and/or staff in the event of illness or injury, or by the hospital emergency room in case I cannot be reached immediately. I voluntarily waive any claims against Yellowstone Alliance Adventures, camp personnel, or other person(s) transporting my child, against all liability, claims, damages, attorney fees and expenses arising out of any loss, personal injury, accident, misfortune, or damage to the named camper or his/her property, with the understanding that reasonable precautions shall be taken to ensure the health and safety of the named camper. I agree to notify the camp of any changes prior to the start of the camp session. Signature of parent/guardian Date Youth Camp Fee Worksheet * Full payment is due 2 weeks prior to the camp start date to ensure your child s spot. Overnight Camps m5th-6th Grade June 22-27 msenior High July 8-12 m6th-8th Grade July 20-25 m7th-9th Grade June 29-July4 m3rd-5th Grade July 13-18 Wilderness Adventure Camps m6th-8th Grade June 29-July 4 m9th-12th Grade July 13-18 Day Camps m1st-5th Grade June 16-20 m1st -5th Grade June 23-27 All registrations must be accompanied by a $50 non-refundable deposit. Only registrations postmarked accordingly are eligible for our discounts. Please circle applicable fee. Overnight Camp Full Fee - $280 Before April 15th - $260 (paid in full) Adventure Camp 6th-8th Grade Full Fee - $280 Before April 15th - $260 (paid in full) Adventure Camp 9th-12th Grade Full Fee - $325 Before April 15th - $300 (paid in full) Day Camp full week $150 or $40/day Days attending: mmon mtues mwed mthurs mfri Subtotal (from above) Store/Craft Money suggested $30 Discount - $20 qualified Church Scholarship (indicate church name on pg. 1) I would like to make a donation to the camp scholarship fund Total Amount Paid *In order to offer the lowest possible rate to attend YAA, we underwrite 20%-25% (depending upon when you register) of the actual $350 cost for our camps. This is possible because of generous donations to our scholarship program and general fund. For Office Use Only Store Credits $5 for each first-time friend Scholarship Check # Date Rec d Amt. Rec d Amt.Due Sent Ack Final Pmt Date Check No