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EAST ORANGE YMCASUMMER DAY CAMPS

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WELCOME

BELONGINGWe’re here to make kids

feel welcome. To help them quickly realize this is a place

where they belong and can be themselves. To try new things. To make new friends. And be a

part of something great.

ACCOMPLISHMENTWe’re here to surround your kids with fantastic chances

to try new experiences. Show them all they can do when they believe in themselves.

FRIENDSHIPSWe’re here to inspire kids to work together and play

together, creating friendships that can last a lifetime.

Camp Program Highlights• BEFORE CAMP CARE included (drop off as early as 7:00am)

• AFTER CAMP CARE included (pick up as late as 6:30pm)

• GARDENING (ages 6 + Up)

• STEM activities (science, technology, engineering and math)2

5 YEARS IN-A-ROWTOP 6% OF NON-PROFITS

The YMCA is a 501(c)3 non-profit

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The East Orange YMCA Camp experience offers a rich, learning environment. New friends, new songs, new achievements, combined with new growth and independence. The essence of YMCA camp is the presence of supportive relationships, meaningful opportunities and challenging activities in a physically and emotionally safe environment. A place designed for children, where they can explore and discover, an important rite of passage especially for today’s children. Children are inherently curious and naturally risk takers. These are both important elements to learning. Our camps give children age appropriate opportunities for safe risks and enable children to challenge their steepest learning curve. Camp nurtures curiosity, inviting creativity which is a precursor to discovery and growth. Give your child the gift of camp and enjoy with your family many treasured memories.

All specific camp information, guidelines and policies, will be posted on the East Orange YMCA Camp Web page.

Safety, Standards and StaffThe East Orange YMCA is committed to providing the safest and most positive summer experience possible for your children. All of our camp programs are licensed by the New Jersey State Department of Health and Safety and voluntarily accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA). We ensure our facilities, program equipment, staff credentials and training meet the highest standards annually.

American Camp Association Accreditation (ACA)As a leading authority in youth development, the American Camp Association works to preserve, promote, and improve the camp experience. In partnership with ACA, the YMCA is committed to ensuring that all YMCA camps provide:• Caring, competent adult role models• Camp communities committed to safe, nurturing

environment• Healthy, developmentally-appropriate experiences• Service to the community and the natural world• Opportunities for leadership and personal growth• Discovery, experiential education and learning

opportunities• Excellence and continuous self-improvement

StaffFull-time professional staff and experienced program directors, make up the management teams at each of our camps. Our camp directors have a combined camp experience of over 100 years!

Our seasonal summer camp staff teams are selected with great care to ensure that each camp has a diverse group of skilled and responsible counselors and specialists who are highly motivated, mature, and care about children. Before the first camper arrives, each staff member goes through an interview process, background check and 30 hours of intensive staff training. Our trainings focus on safety, counseling techniques such as conflict resolution and values education, teaching, along with camp policies and procedures.

THINGS TO KNOW

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What’s Included in Camp CostBefore and After Camp Care Drop your child off as early as 7:00am and pick them up as late as 6:30pm.

MealsBreakfast, Lunch and an afternoon snack will be provided.

Trips and Special Guests All trips and special guests/activities are included. Each child receives a camp t-shirt that must be worn on trip days (additional camp t-shirts may be purchased for $10 each).

Activities Each session of camp will offer activities designed around a theme. Weekly activities include swim lessons, arts and crafts, cooking, sports, CATCH games, academic activities, indoor and outdoor play, learning labs, music and movement, science discovery, story time, and more!

How to RegisterSpace is limited - Register Early!1. Complete the YMCA Camp Registration and Food

Program forms and return the original signed forms to the East Orange YMCA.

2. A current Membership, $25 registration fee and a $10 deposit per week is required at the time of registration. Balances are due at least one week before your child is registered to begin camp. Your child’s spot in camp may be given to another child and deposit lost if balance is not paid in full by that date.

For more information, visit eastorangeymca.org.

Financial AssistanceEvery child deserves a camp experience. Through the ANNUAL CAMPAIGN, the Y raises money for camp scholarships. Please call or visit metroymcas.org/main/financial-assistance/ for more information and an application. The application is due April 15, 2017.

Programs for Parents accepted. Please call 973 673 5588 to request information about payment options.

Camp DatesJune 26 - August 25 No Camp July 4

Camp Hours7:00am-6:30pmIncludes Before and After Camp Care

Camp Cost$164 per week Includes: Before and After Camp Care, field trips,Meals: breakfast, lunch and an afternoon snack.

The Explorers Day Camp provides the perfect place for big imaginations to grow and thrive from natural discovery. Your child will gain valuable social skills and develop self-confidence through safe, fun and educational activities. Created with a sense of fostering independence, our caring staff integrates daily activities with a focus on campers to learn about themselves and the world around them.

Camper Ages 3-5 years oldCamper-to-Staff Ratio 6 to 1Camp Location East Orange YMCA Early Childhood Learning Center 100 North Arlington Avenue East Orange, NJ.

Programs for Parents accepted.

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THE EXPLORERS

Camp DatesJune 26 - August 25 No Camp July 4

Camp Hours7:00am-6:30pmIncludes Before and After Camp Care

Camp Cost$164 per week Includes: Before and After Camp Care, field trips,Meals: breakfast, lunch and an afternoon snack.

The Achievers Day Camp concentrates on building confidence while providing opportunities for exploration during individual and group experiences. All of our weekly themes provide process-based activities that teach team-building, encourage your child to express their creativity, be athletic and active, and gain awareness of their unique talents.

Camper Ages 6-10 years oldCamper-to-Staff Ratio 8 to 1Camp Location East Orange YMCA Turrell Gymnasium and Program Center 159 North Munn Avenue East Orange, NJ.

Programs for Parents accepted.

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The Game in Brief: CAMPOPOLY is a game of sharing stories of camp experiences and using math skills to earn 100 points to win.

Starting from GO CAMP space, move your token around the board according to your roll of the dice. When you land on the camp, you get to earn the points and you collect point to 100.

THE OBJECT: first person with 100 points win.

THE PLAY: Each player in turn throws the dice. The player with the highest total starts. Followed by placing your token on the corner marked “GO CAMP,” throw the dice and move your token in the direction of the arrow the number of spaces indicated by the dice.

PREPARATION: Place the board on a table. Each player will choose one token to represent him or herself while traveling around the board.

INTERACTION SPOTS:

“GO CAMP”: Each time a player’s token lands on or passes over GO, they must tell 2 camp stories.

“?”: Each time a player’s token lands on a question mark they must tell:

• A best camp memory? • Where would you like to go this summer? • One thing you want to try this summer? • What is your favorite book?

“PLAYGROUND”: Swap spaces with someone on the board.

“SWIMBREAK”: Get an extra turn.

“GO TO PLAYGORUND”: Go to the playground and swap spaces with someone on the board.

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PINK – 1 point

LIGHT BLUE – 2 points

PURPLE – 3 points

ORANGE – 4 points

RED – 5 points

YELLOW – 6 points

GREEN – 7 points

DARK BLUE – 8 points

Camp DatesJune 26 - August 25No Camp July 4

Camp Hours7:00am-6:30pmIncludes Before and After Camp Care

Camp Cost$164 per week Includes: Before and After Camp Care, field trips,Meals: breakfast, lunch and an afternoon snack.

The Adventurers Day Camp provides the perfect place for big imaginations to grow and thrive from natural discovery. Your child will gain valuable social skills and develop self-confidence through safe, fun and educational activities. Created with a sense of fostering independence, our caring staff integrates daily activities with a focus on campers to learn about themselves and the world around them.

Camper Ages 11-13 years oldCamper-to-Staff Ratio 10 to 1Camp Location East Orange YMCA Turrell Gymnasium and Program Center 159 North Munn Avenue East Orange, NJ

Programs for Parents accepted.

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THE ADVENTURERS

Camp DatesJune 26 - August 25No Camp July 4

Camp Hours7:00am-6:30pmIncludes Before and After Camp Care

Camp Cost$100 per week Includes: Before and After Camp Care, field trips,Meals: breakfast, lunch and an afternoon snack.

COUNSELOR-IN-TRAINING (CIT)Counselor-In-Training (CIT) is designed for those who have attended camp in the past and/or are interested in learning about the qualities of being a youth development professional. CIT’s will assist in the preparation and planning of camp activities for young campers while working with one group of campers per session, allowing for a bond to be created with campers. CIT’s will be offered the opportunity to attend all staff trainings, join in pre-camp activity planning sessions, and MUST attend a pre-camp child abuse prevention course before camp begins. All CIT’s will be assigned a staff mentor to coach them each session. CIT’s showing great values, hard workmanship and positive leadership traits will be given priority to apply for camp jobs when they turn 16 years old.

Camper Ages 14-15 years oldCamp Location East Orange YMCA Turrell Gymnasium and Program Center 159 North Munn Avenue, East Orange, NJ.

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EAST ORANGE YMCA100 North Arlington AvenueEast Orange, NJ 07017P 973 673 5588F 973 673 6415EastOrangeYMCA.org

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