YMCA Camp 2016 Queen Elizabeth A tradition of Caring, Growing and Belonging since 1953
General Camp Information Located on the rocky shores of Beausoleil Island in Georgian Bay Islands National Park, YMCA Camp Queen Elizabeth continues to be a leader in providing quality camping experiences for youth in a positive, supportive environment. Central to our program philosophy is the belief that living in a group in an outdoor community creates an environment that allows youth to develop the four core values: Respect, Responsibility, Caring and Honesty. Through a wide range of activities we encourage campers to challenge themselves and develop friendships that will last a lifetime. A Place of Caring, Belonging and Responsibility At YMCA Camp Queen Elizabeth, we create a welcoming environment where every camper can belong. This starts with the cabin group, which most of our program revolves around. Within the cabin, campers develop close friendships and learn to live and share as a group. A Safe Place for Your Child Our full-time management team select camp staff for their skills, leadership abilities and commitment to children s growth and development. Our staff are dedicated to making sure that all campers are both physically and emotionally safe during their stay at CQE. All of our staff are trained in First Aid and CPR and receive ongoing training through the YMCA s Healthy Child Development program. All of our counsellors and program staff are certified lifeguards and our extended trip leaders have Wilderness First Aid training. We are also fortunate to have a volunteer physician or nurse join us each week and provide support and healthcare expertise to our camp population. A Healthy Environment YMCA Camp Queen Elizabeth offers an active outdoor program that promotes a healthy lifestyle. Our food services team delivers a delicious menu full of homemade meals that meet campers dietary needs. Our staff role model healthy living to ensure that campers take good care of themselves while they are away from home and promote a respect for the natural environment through conservation and education. FINANCIAL ACCESSIBILITY AND ASSISTANCE Every child deserves to go to camp, regardless of economic circumstance. Through the YMCA Strong Kids program, CQE provides assisted spaces for children who would not otherwise have the opportunity to attend camp. Please contact the Camp Director directly for more details or to make a donation to this important fund.
Summer Camps TRADITIONAL SUMMER CAMPS 2 Weeks - Sessions A, B, C 10 Nights - Session D 1 Week - Horizons From swimming and sailing to crafts and camping, our traditional camps are the perfect blend of group development and individual choice. The focus of CQE s program is the cabin group, where campers learn to live, share and play in a small group setting. Campers spend their mornings participating in activities of their choice, while afternoons and evenings are spent with the cabin in fun, age-appropriate activities. Stay for two weeks or ten nights and campers get to experience a camping trip to a local wilderness area with their cabin. Visit our website for more details. LITTLE DIPPERS Our Little Dippers camp is specially designed for campers ages 6 8. Only 5 days long, this is the perfect introduction to summer camp! Each day, campers will participate in fun and creative cabin programs that allow them to try a little bit of everything from canoeing to campfires. After dinner, campers can choose to participate in boating, arts and crafts, or cabin time, before settling into their bedtime routine. Visit our website for more details. LEADERSHIP PROGRAMS Leadership: Temagami Our two week Leadership: Temagami trip is exclusively for 14 and 15 year olds, and focuses on developing the skills, attitudes, and behaviours needed to be an effective leader both on trip and in the community. This program is aimed at 14 year olds who are looking for a leadership experience prior to the Delaware program, or as an alternative to the Delaware program for 15 year olds who want an intensive two week tripping experience. Prerequisite: 14 years old by December 31, 2016; Bronze Star or Bronze Medallion recommended. Leadership: Introduction to Whitewater Paddling This two-week leadership program focuses on grasping the basics of moving water paddling. Participants will learn river theory and become familiar with whitewater paddling techniques, and will venture to a classic Ontario river for a multi-day whitewater canoe trip. This program is suited for adventurous young people who want to develop their leadership skills and technical paddling ability. Prerequisite: 14 years old by December 31, 2016; Bronze Star or Bronze Medallion recommended. VOYAGEUR TRIPS Our voyageur trips are extended canoe trips to some of the beautiful wilderness locations in Ontario. Campers spend the first night at CQE, packing and preparing for their trip. The next morning they begin their one or two-week trip into the backcountry. Our ten night and two week trips go to Algonquin Provincial Park and Killarney Provincial Park respectively. The trips focus on developing camper s wilderness skills and appreciation for nature. Our one-week trips are a great introduction to wilderness camping for less experienced paddlers. Visit our website for more details.
(Summer Camps cont d) Leadership 1: The Delaware Program The Delaware program is the first step in our month long Leadership training programs at CQE. The focus of the program is on the development of outdoors and camper skills in a close-knit group environment. The program consists of a two week outtrip in the Temagami region and two weeks at CQE developing leadership skills. Prerequisite for Leadership 1 program: 15 years old by December 31, 2016; Bronze Medallion recommended. Leadership 2 Option 1: LIT (Leader-In-Training) Program The LIT program is for youth interested in furthering their leadership skills through hands-on training working with children. The program offers a mix of training and soft-skill development as well as opportunities to take on a leadership role within the camp environment. Participants spend two weeks in a cabin placement and two weeks in program-focused placement to develop instructional skills for camp activities. Option 2: Venture LIT Program The Venture LIT program is an alternate second step in CQE s leadership program. At the core of this four week program is an extended canoe trip on the Missinaibi River or Wabakimi Provincial Park. This program offers participants a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to develop their leadership skills in a unique and challenging environment. Participants in this program must be competent swimmers, as there is a whitewater component on this trip. There will be a whitewater training clinic offered for all participants June 3-5, 2016. Prerequisite for Leadership 2 programs: 16 years old by December 31, 2016 and completion of the Delaware program and/or similar leadership experience; Bronze Cross recommended. High School Credit Program YMCA Camp Queen Elizabeth is thrilled to partner with the YMCA Academy www.ymcaacademy.org to offer an accredited Ontario high school credit within our Delaware, LIT, and Venture LIT programs. The majority of the credit requirements will be completed by everyone in the Delaware, LIT, and Venture LIT programs, but will only be graded for credit participants. Participants in the high school credit program must also be registered in either our Leadership 1: Delaware Program or one of our Leadership 2 programs. This is not a stand alone program. Course outlines can be found on our website, and Strong Kids Financial Assistance is available to families who qualify. For more information, contact the Camp Director Nancy Knyf at nknyf@ymcawo.ca. ADULT & FAMILY PROGRAMS (For Adult & Family registration, please visit us at www.campqueenelizabeth.com) Wellness + Wilderness Weekend (June 10-12, 2016) Whether coming with friends, family, or by yourself, our Wellness + Wilderness Weekend is an excellent getaway for adults of all ages to come and enjoy the beauty of Beausoleil Island. Throughout the weekend traditional camp activities will be offered such as canoeing, kayaking, hiking and crafts, however, you are also welcome to make your own plans for the day. An experienced yoga instructor will be joining us to offer some basic yoga and meditation classes; and stay tuned for details about other workshops and opportunities! Family Camp (May 26-29, 2016; September 9-11, 2016) We welcome you and your family to come enjoy the first and last days of summer with us this year during our Spring and Fall Family Camps. There will be activities running for kids, adults, and families varying from campfires and arts and crafts, to canoeing and kayaking. Whether you choose to participate in the activities or just spend some time with your family, it is sure to be a weekend full of fun! Please note that our Spring camp starts on Thursday evening, and Friday is not a holiday families are welcome to join us Friday evening if this better suits your schedule. Yoga Weekend (June 17-19, 2016; September 16-18, 2016) Join us for this restful and rejuvenating weekend. Throughout the weekend, there will be a number of yoga and meditation workshops run by a professional instructor. CQE staff will also be leading a selection of our traditional camp activities such as hiking, paddling, crafts, and swimming. Whether doing yoga or going for a paddle, you will enjoy being relaxed and immersed in the beauty of the Georgian Bay landscape! Alumni Family Weekend (September 23-25, 2016) We welcome back all CQE alumni and their families to join us for a weekend full of traditional camp fun and sharing memories! We will be running classic camp programs for kids, adults, and families like boating, swimming, games, arts and crafts, hikes, and campfires as well as some new favorites such as Ninja school and archery. Join us for this weekend of old friends, fun, sharing memories, and creating new memories at your home away from home. CQE Outdoor Centre Programs During the months of May, June, and September, YMCA Camp Queen Elizabeth operates as an outdoor centre. We host a diverse range of groups, including schools, corporate groups, and private bookings such as weddings and family retreats. Our custom designed programs, beautiful facility, top notch staff, and unique location in a National Park will ensure that your group has a meaningful and memorable experience in the outdoors. For more information, please visit the Outdoor Education section at www. campqueenelizabeth.com or call us at 519-453-8858.
Online Registration To register online, go to www.campqueenelizabeth.com and click the Register Now! button. You will need to login to register. If you have registered for a YMCA of Western Ontario program before, you can login to your existing account. If you have forgotten your User ID and PIN and need to obtain it, or if you want to add another family member to your account, please call the camp office at 519-453-8858. If you are a new registrant, you can create an account online. After you have logged in, you can view all CQE programs or search for programs by entering the corresponding barcode listed below into the barcode search bar. Once you have located the program, click the REGISTER button to proceed with your registration. The extended payment option can be selected on the payment page. A receipt will become available to print after payment is processed; online registrants will not receive a receipt or confirmation via mail. For support, contact us at 519-453-8858 during regular business hours. PROGRAM BARCODE Session A Boys 126394 Session A Girls 126495 Session B Boys 126395 Session B Girls 126496 Session C Boys 126396 Session C Girls 126497 Session D Boys 126397 Session D Girls 126498 Horizons Boys 126398 Horizons Girls 126499 Little Dippers Boys 125522 Little Dippers Girls 125521 Session B Killarney Voyageurs (Co-ed) 126500 Horizons Georgian Bay Voyageurs (Co-ed) 126502 Horizons Killarney Voyageurs (Co-ed) 126501 Session D Algonquin Voyageurs (Co-ed) 126503 Leadership: Intro to Whitewater (Co-ed) 126515 Leadership: Temagami (Co-ed) 126514 Leadership 1: Delaware Boys July 126506 Leadership 1: Delaware Girls July 126504 Leadership 1: Delaware Boys August 126507 Leadership 1: Delaware Girls August 126505 Leadership 2: LIT Boys July 126511 Leadership 2: LIT Girls July 126508 Leadership 2: LIT Boys August 126512 Leadership 2: LIT Girls August 126509 Leadership 2: Venture LIT July (Co-ed) 126510 Leadership 2: Venture LIT August (Co-ed) 126513 Spring Family Camp 126519 Spring Wellness + Wilderness 126518 Spring Yoga Weekend 126516 Fall Family Camp 126520 Fall Yoga Weekend 126517 Fall Alumni Weekend 126521
Rates & Dates Program Dates Cost Two Week Summer Camp Session A (ages 7-14) July 3-July 16 $1,610 Session B (ages 7-14) July 17-July 30 $1,610 Session C (ages 7-14) August 7 - August 20 $1,610 10 Night Summer Camp Session D (ages 7-14) August 21 - August 31 $1,265 One Week Summer Camp Horizons (ages 6-14) July 31 - August 6 $910 Little Dippers Little Dippers (ages 6-8) July 1 2 - July 16 $660 Voyageur Trips Session B - Killarney (ages 12-14) July 17- July 30 $1,610 Horizons 1 - Killarney (ages 12-14) July 31 - August 6 $910 Horizons 1 - Georgian Bay (ages 10-12) July 31 - August 6 $910 Session D - Algonquin (ages 12-14) August 21 - August 31 $1,265 Leadership Programs Leadership: Intro to Whitewater (ages 14-15) July 3 - July 16 $1,610 Leadership Temagami (ages 14-15) August 7 - August 20 $1,610 Leadership 1: Delaware July (age 15) July 3 - July 30 $2,815 August (age 15) August 7 - August 31 $2,525 Leadership 2: LIT July (age 16) July 3 - July 30 $2,815 August (age 16) August 4-August 31 $2,815 Leadership 2: Venture LIT July - Missinaibi (age 16) July 3 - July 30 $3,660 August - Wabakimi (age 16) August 4 - August 31 $3,660 High School Credit Leadership 1: Delaware $250 Leadership 2: LIT and Venture LIT $250 *Please note that the dates of the credit correspond with the month long leadership program you are also signed up for. Camp fees listed do not include 13% HST. Program Dates Cost Family & Adult Weekends Wellness + Wilderness Weekend (Spring) June 10-12 $260 Family Weekend (Spring) Family Rate 3 person family (or under) May 26-29 $525 4-6 person family May 26-29 $625 Family Weekend (Fall) Family Rate 3 person family (or under) September 9-11 $450 4-6 person family September 9-11 $525 Yoga Weekend (Spring) June 17-19 $260 Yoga Weekend (Fall) September 16-18 $260 Alumni Weekend Family Rate 3 person family (or under) September 23-25 $450 4-6 person family September 23-25 $525 Registration Details Register online at www.campqueenelizabeth.com. Registration forms are also available for download at our website, or at any YMCA of Western Ontario Branch. Registrations can be mailed, faxed, or delivered to the following address: YMCA Camp Queen Elizabeth 2016 Dundas Street, London, ON, N5V 1R1 Registration for two week, ten night, and one week sessions, Little Dippers, and Voyageur trips starts November 16, 2015. To register for all leadership programs, there is a lottery placement process. The lottery opens November 2 at 9:00 am and closes November 6th at 3:00 pm. Please see the registration form for instructions. Need more information? Visit us at www.campqueenelizabeth.com. At our website, you will find: Detailed program information Information about activity areas, accommodations, and meals Trip destinations and descriptions Photo Galleries Online registration FALL / WINTER: 519-453-8858 SPRING / SUMMER: 705-756-8300 www.campqueenelizabeth.com Charitable Registration # 10764 1649 RR0002 FSC Logo Nancy Knyf, Camp Director (nknyf@ymcawo.ca) Franco Mazza, Director of Programs (fmazza@ymcawo.ca) Registration Inquiries: 519-453-8858, Fax 519-453-5311
YMCA Camp Queen Elizabeth Summer Camp Registration 2016 REGISTRATION PROCEDURES Registrations are processed in the order they are received. This form can be mailed to: YMCA Camp Queen Elizabeth 2016 Dundas Street London, ON, N5V 1R1 519-453-8858 Fax:519-453-5311 Additional registration forms and/or online registration is available online at www.campqueenelizabeth.com, or at any YMCA of Western Ontario Branch. REFUNDS AND CANCELLATIONS Prior to June 1, 2016: A full refund will be granted minus the non-refundable deposit of $300. After June 1, 2016: Refunds will be granted for medical reasons only. Written notice of the cancellation as well as a Medical Certificate must be approved by the Camp Director in order to qualify for a refund. Refunds will not be issued in instances where the camper is removed from the camp program at the choice or request of the camper or camper s parent(s)/guardian(s), or is dismissed from camp for contravention of camp guidelines or the camp code of conduct for behaviour. The code of conduct is available in the 2016 Family Information Guide. A service charge of $30 will apply to payments declined by the chosen financial institution. YMCA Camp Queen Elizabeth reserves the right to cancel programs at any time due to inadequate registration. AUTHORIZATION 1. I permit my child to participate in the full range of activities and authorize the Camp Director or her appointee, in the event of accident or illness affecting my child, to authorize on my behalf all procedures, including admission to hospital and necessary treatment therein, as he/she may deem essential for the care and wellbeing of the participant. Such action is to be taken only when immediate contact with the undersigned cannot be made. 2. I authorize the YMCA of Western Ontario to release information regarding my child to other professionals/agencies when required to assist in the development of my child. 3. I understand that photographs, images or recordings containing my child s picture may be used for promotion by the YMCA of Western Ontario. 4. I understand all the risks involved in my child s participation in YMCA Camp Queen Elizabeth programs, and accept full liability. 5. I have read, understand and accept YMCA Camp Queen Elizabeth s Refund and Cancellation policy. 6. I understand that information collected on this form may be used for YMCA promotions, mailings, newsletters and offerings. We will not collect, use, or disclose your personal information without your consent and will not lend or sell to third parties for any purpose. Check here if you do NOT wish the YMCA of Western Ontario to contact you for any reason other than those reasons relating to this application. Code of Conduct The safety of each individual is of the utmost importance to the YMCA. I and my child recognize a personal responsibility to learn and follow at all times safety and other rules established by YMCA staff. I and my child understand that any behaviour that places my child, or others, at risk may result in immediate dismissal from the program. I agree to assume any expense(s) arising from program dismissal. I understand no refund will be granted for dismissal or removal of my child at my or my child s request before the end of a camp session. In order to ensure the safety and well-being of all participants, the YMCA reserves the right to alter the program at any time without compensation to participants, parents or guardians. I have carefully read, understand, and accept the Refund and Cancellation policy, Authorization, and Code of Conduct information outlined above. I am permitting my child to attend YMCA Camp Queen Elizabeth, operated by the YMCA of Western Ontario. Signature of Parent/Guardian: Date: PAYMENT INFORMATION PLEASE DO NOT DETACH STEP 1: CALCULATE PAYMENT STEP 2: CHOOSE METHOD STEP 3: PAYMENT MODE Are you an employee of the YMCA of Western Ontario? CAMP FEE: PLUS TRANSPORT FEE: PLUS 13% HST: Strong Kids Donation (Send a kid to CQE): TOTAL: YES NO A. FULL PAYMENT B. EXTENDED PAYMENT $300 deposit upon registration: 25% of balance on February 1, 2016: 75% of balance on April 1, 2016: C. APPLYING FOR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE VISA MASTER CARD CHEQUE* CASH CREDIT CARD#: NAME: EXPIRY DATE: *Cheques are to be made payable to the YMCA of Western Ontario, for those paying in full payment only
Camper information YMCA Camp Queen Elizabeth Summer Camp Registration 2016 NAME DOB SEX ADDRESS CITY POSTAL CODE PARENT #1 NAME HOME # WORK# EMAIL PARENT #2 NAME HOME # WORK# LEGAL CUSTODY BOTH PARENT #1 PARENT #2 OTHER AUTHORIZED PERSON(S) FOR PICKUP AND DROP OFF OF PARTICIPANT: ALTERNATE EMERGENCY CONTACT PHONE # RELATIONSHIP DOCTORS NAME PHONE # CABINMATE REQUEST MEDICAL: DIETARY RESTRICTIONS ALLERGY DETAILS: ASTHMA SPECIAL NEEDS REQUIRE CONSULT WITH CAMP DIRECTOR HEALTH CARD # CAMP SELECTION 2 WEEK SUMMER CAMP SESSION A ($1610) July 3-July 16 SESSION B ($1610) July 17-July 30 SESSION C ($1610) August 7 - August 20 10 NIGHT SUMMER CAMP SESSION D ($1265) August 21 - August 31 1 WEEK SUMMER CAMP HORIZONS ($910) July 31 - August 6 5 DAY SUMMER CAMP LITTLE DIPPERS ($660) July 12 - July 16 VOYAGEUR TRIPS SESSION B: KILLARNEY ($1610) July 17- July 30 HORIZONS: KILLARNEY ($910) July 31 - August 6 HORIZONS: GEORGIAN BAY ($910) July 31 - August 6 SESSION D: ALGONQUIN ($1265) August 21 - August 31 **For all Leadership Programs there is a lottery placement process. The lottery opens November 2nd at 9:00am and closes November 6th at 3:00pm. Please prioritize up to three program choices that you would like to be considered for in this lottery. The selection is done randomly based on a number assigned to each registration and applicants will hear confirmation by November 13th, 2015. Applicants who have selected a program which has been filled will be entered in order on the waitlist for the indicated program and then registered for their subsequent choice. Registrations must be done in person or over the phone. Registration is not guaranteed for any program due to limited space. After November 13th registration will be on a first come, first serve basis. Online registration will open December 1st for Leadership Programs. TRANSPORTATION Return Transportation BOTH WAYS LONDON ($130) BOTH WAYS WOODSTOCK ($130) BOTH WAYS MISSISSAUGA ($105) AIRPORT PICKUP/DROPOFF ($150) BOTH WAYS PERSONAL CAR TO HONEY HARBOUR BOTH WAYS PERSONAL BOAT TO CQE LEADERSHIP PROGRAMS** LEADERSHIP: INTRO TO WHITEWATER July 3 - July 16 ($1610) LEADERSHIP: TEMAGAMI August 7 - August 20 ($1610) LEADERSHIP 1: DELAWARE - JULY July 3 - July 30 ($2815) LEADERSHIP 1: DELAWARE - AUGUST August 7 - August 31 ($2525) LEADERSHIP 2: LIT - JULY July 3 - July 30 ($2815) LEADERSHIP 2: LIT - AUGUST August 4 - August 31 ($2815) LEADERSHIP 2: VENTURE LIT - JULY July 3 - July 30 ($3660) LEADERSHIP 2: VENTURE LIT - AUGUST August 4 - August 31 ($3660) Bus To Camp (One Way) FROM LONDON ($65) FROM WOODSTOCK ($65) FROM MISSISSAUGA ($55) AIRPORT PICKUP ($75) PERSONAL CAR TO HONEY HARBOUR PERSONAL BOAT TO CQE HIGH SCHOOL CREDIT LEADERSHIP 1: DELAWARE ($250) LEADERSHIP 2: LIT AND VENTURE LIT ($250) *Please note that the dates of the credit correspond with the month long leadership program you are also signed up for. Bus From Camp (One Way) TO LONDON ($65) TO WOODSTOCK ($65) TO MISSISSAUGA ($55) AIRPORT DROPOFF ($75) PERSONAL CAR FROM HONEY HARBOUR PERSONAL BOAT FROM CQE Please note that the airport pickup option is only for participants arriving by plane to Toronto Pearson International Aiport. Please send all flight details to nknyf@ymcawo.ca RANK FOR IN-DEPTH INFORMATION & TO REGISTER, VISIT US ONLINE AT www.campqueenelizabeth.com