BEST SUMMER! EVER Camp...tennis, badminton and pickle ball. WATER WORKS Week 8: August 17-August 21 Water, water everywhere! Prepare for a week full of water games. Compete in water

SUMMER CAMP 2020 YMCA of Broome County

BEST SUMMER! EVER

DEAR FAMILY,

Welcome!

This is going to be the best summer ever! At the Y, we play sports, engage in our newly

featured S.T.E.M. activities, swim and build character! The YMCA helps all children reach their

full potential by supporting their unique youth development journeys.

This summer your child can choose a S.T.E.M., Sports or Combo camp. Children who participate

in S.T.E.M. activities learn how to problem solve, work successfully in teams, and develop

self-confidence. Teamwork and sportsmanship are taught while children learn to shoot hoops,

kick, dribble, create art and so much more in our Sports camp! Come and join us on a new,

exciting adventure. We look forward to making this a great summer filled with memories for

your child.

Tania Barnes

Sr. Director of Youth Development

Your kids will experience a summer full of adventure and new friendships. They will explore,

create and have fun. They will try new things, experience science and learn the power of a belly laugh.

They will be surrounded by new experiences, trained camp counselors who will work to make sure the

summer is filled with lasting memories.

OUR PROMISE

S.T.E.M. camp will ignite the scientific potential of every camper

and encourage them to maximize their curiosity with our unique

S.T.E.M. based curriculum. Campers will explore outrageous

science themes and have a summer of awesome exploration.

S.T.E.M.

CAMP

LEGO – MAKE IT MOVE

Week 1: June 29-July 3

Design and build different forms of transportation.

Compete to see who can engineer the fastest form of

Lego travel.

OUT OF THIS WORLD

Week 2: July 6-July 10

Blast off! Explore your world, learn the big and small

of it all. Design, build and launch rockets and create

moon sand.

EDIBLE ENGINEERING


Learning is sweet with science you can eat! Enjoy

creating some tasty treats while learning the science

behind it.

ARTFUL ANTICS


Creativity comes alive! Get your hands messy creating

exploding art, creepy-crawly crafts, ‘oobleck’, play

dough and so much more.

ANIMAL PLANET


Explore some of our planets most interesting

creatures. Meet live animals from Ross Park

Zoo Mobile!

MAD SCIENTIST

Week 6: August 3-August 7

Put on your lab coats and explore a world of

interactive science where camp becomes your

laboratory. Explore science and all its wonder-grow

crystals, make a lava lamp, build a robot and more.

West Family Y

GO GREEN


Save the earth! Create art from recycled materials,

make recycled paper, make a birdhouse and even your

own terrarium.

WATER WORKS


Water, water everywhere, but what can you make it

do? Prepare for a week full of water games! Compete

in water relays, pop goes the water balloon, sponge

toss and more!

BEYOND BOARD GAMES

Week 9: August 24 -August 28

Everyone’s favorite board games come to life when

they are supersized! Human hungry hippos, giant

scrabble and tic-tac-toe will surely keep your

campers entertained.

GRAB BAG

Week 10: August 31-September 4

All your favorites S.T.E.M. activities from the summer all in one week!

Available at the West Family Y

Ages 5-13

SPORTSCAMP

SOCCER SUPERSTARS


Can you bend it like Beckham, score like Ronaldo and

dribble like Messi? Learn the skills to become the

worlds best soccer star!

MARCH MADNESS IN JULY


Can you make it to the sweet 16, the final four, or

even the championship game? Test out your skills and

compete to be the last team standing.

OLYMPIC SUMMER GAMES


Who will make it to the podium? Who will win the

Gold? Represent a country and participate in Olympic

ceremonies and games.

INVENT A SPORT


Basketball, Volleyball and Racquetball were all

created at the Y. Here is your chance to help us

create the next big thing.

Available at the West Family Y

Ages 5-13

FIELD DAYS


Let the games begin! From obstacle courses to potato

sack races to relay races, crab walk your way to the

finish line.

NOTHIN’ BUT NET


Play like the pros and compete with your friends as

you learn some basketball skills. Sharpen those ball

handlings and shooting skills.

WHACK IT WITH A RACQUET

Session 7: August 10-August 14

Grab a racquet, serve it up and have a smashing good

time with your friends as we explore the world of

tennis, badminton and pickle ball.

WATER WORKS


Water, water everywhere! Prepare for a week full of

water games. Compete in water relays, pop goes the

water balloon, sponge toss and more!

INTERNATIONAL SPORTS WEEK


From Cricket to Rugby to European Handball, explore

the sports the rest of the world is passionate about.

GRAB BAG


All the favorite sports activities from the summer all in

one week!

Calling all sports fans! Enjoy learning about

and playing a variety of sports with your friends

this summer.

West Family Y

Enjoy the best of summer with a combination camp of sports

and S.T.E.M. activities. Campers will enjoy sports activities in

the morning, followed by S.T.E.M. activities in the afternoon.

COMBO CAMP

MARCH MADNESS & MAD SCIENTIST


Test your basketball skills and compete to be the last

team standing. Then put on your lab coat and dive

into a world of interactive science where camp

becomes your laboratory.

INVENT A SPORT & LEGO - MAKE IT MOVE


Here is your chance to create your own sport. Balloon

tennis, bean bag basketball, crab soccer and other

silly sports all in one week! Then use math and

science to engineer the fastest form of Lego travel.

SOCCER SUPERSTARS & OUT OF THIS WORLD


Compete with friends during world cup soccer

matches for the right to lift the trophy, then try your

hand at building and launching your own rockets.

OLYMPICS & EDIBLE ENGINEERING


Learning is sweet with science that you can eat! Enjoy

creating some tasty treats while learning the science

behind it. Then represent a country and participate in

Olympic Games.

NOTHIN’ BUT NET & ARTFUL ANTICS


Try your hand at some basketball then get your hands

messy creating exploding art, creepy-crawly crafts,

‘oobleck’, make play dough and so much more!

INTERNATIONAL SPORTS & ANIMAL PLANET


Enjoy playing popular sports from around the world

like cricket, rugby and European handball. Then

explore some of our planets most interesting

creatures and get a visit from the Zoo Mobile.

FIELD DAYS & BEYOND BOARD GAMES


Let the games begin! Life-sized board games and

field days all in one week!

RACQUET SPORTS & GO GREEN


Grab a racquet and have a smashing good time

playing racquet sports. Then save the earth with go

green activities.

SOCCER STARS & WATER WORKS


Bend it like Beckman, dribble like Messi, improve your

soccer skills week while also having a splashing good

time . The fun continues as we explore the power of

water.

GRAB BAG


Enjoy a variety of sports this week while exploring

the world around you.

Available at the Binghamton Y

Ages 5-13

Binghamton Y

CAMPER ESSENTIALS

Backpack

Swimsuit & Towel

A bag for wet swimsuit & towel

Sunscreen Water Bottle

Please add your child’s name to everything they bring to camp. Be sure your campers dress appropriately for the weather.

To help your child take full advantage of all we have to offer, please leave toys, electronic equipment, cell phones and gaming devices,

trading or game cards at home.

Sneakers

Sweatshirt

Complete Change of Clothing

DAILY CAMP SCHEDULE

Daily Schedule Daily Schedule

7:30-9:00am

9:00-9:30am

9:30-11:30am

11:30-12:30pm

12:30-1:00pm

1:00-3:00pm

3:00-4:00pm

4:00-5:00pm

5:00-6:00pm

7:30-9:00am

9:00-9:30am

9:30-11:30am

11:30-12:30pm

12:30-1:00pm

1:00-2:00pm

2:00-4:00pm

4:00-5:00pm

5:00-6:00pm

Before Camp Care

Welcome & Breakfast

Sports

Lunch

Group Games

STEM Activities

Swim

Open Gym

After Camp Care

Before Camp Care

Welcome & Breakfast

Skill (Sports or STEM)

Lunch

Group Games

Swim

Application (Sports or Stem)

Open Gym

After Camp Care

DROP OFF/PICK UP • All campers must be signed in when arriving at

camp and signed out at departure by a parent/guardian.

• Campers must be picked up by a parent/guardian or an authorized pick up person listed on the registration form. Camp staff may ask for identification from any person picking up a child to ensure safety.

• We will post our campers location outside the

game room door as to where your child is within

the building or outdoor areas.

AGE REQUIREMENTS

Campers must be between the ages of 5-13 years

old. Campers must have completed Kindergarten in

order to register.

THINGS TO KNOW!

CAMP TIMES

Camp starts at 9:00am and ends at 5:00pm, Monday

through Friday. There will be no summer camp on

July 4th.

BEFORE & AFTER CAMP CARE

Before and after camp care is available for all

campers between the hours of 7:30am-9:00am and

5:00pm-6:00pm at no additional charge.

CAMP LOCATIONS

Summer Camp is offered at the Binghamton Branch

and also at our West Family Branch.

COMMUNICATION

We like hearing from you! Communication is

important to us. If you have any questions or

concerns, please give us a call at (607) 772-0560

Ext. 140. Parents are responsible for informing the

camp director of all changes to camper registration,

including changes to address and phone numbers.

ABSENCES

Please notify us if your child will be absent. Contact

us at 607-772-0560, Ext. 140.

PHOTOS & VIDEOS

To help share the fun of summer camp, we do use

photographs and videos that feature children from

our camps for promotional material.

LATE PICK UP

A late fee will be charged for each child picked up

after the scheduled closing time of 6:00pm. Please be

considerate and pick up your children on time. We

understand that an emergency may arise, causing a

delay in picking up your child. If your are going to be

late please notify us at 607-772-0560 or

607-770-9622.

A late fee of $5.00 is charged at 6:00pm and an

additional $5.00 is added for every 5 minutes until

pick up.

DAILY LUNCH/SNACK

The Y is committed to healthy living and modeling

healthy eating. A healthy lunch and a snack is

provided to all campers. Children may bring a

bagged lunch if they prefer.

AUTHORIZED PICK UP LIST

Only those people listed under ‘authorized pick up’

on the camper registration will be permitted to

sign-out campers. Written notification is required

to make changes to the authorized pick up list.

REGISTRATION & PAYMENT POLICIES

JOIN THE Y

Benefits include the use of both facilities and a

discounted rate on YMCA programs.

Youth $75/year

Family $70/month

FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE

The Y offers reduced rates for income-eligible

families who wish to participate in camp. Financial

Assistance applications must be completed and

approved prior to enrollment.

PAYMENTS

• Autopay (bank or credit card) is the preferred

method of payment. If you are signed up for

autopay, payment is expected and will be

deducted the Wednesday before each camp week

begins.

• Final cash and check payments for each reserved

camp are due the Wednesday of the week prior to

the start of camp.

• Failure to make a final camp payment by the

deadline may result in disenrollment for that week.

• Camp fees may be paid by cash, check, VISA,

MasterCard, American Express or Discover.

• Payments can be mailed to:

Tania Barnes

61 Susquehanna St

Binghamton, NY 13901

Payment can be made over the phone by calling

770-9622 ext. 101.

DSS SUBSIDY

• We accept DSS for summer camp fees. A DSS

acceptance letter will need to be provided to the

Camp Director prior to the registration.

• Daily attendance is required to keep your child’s

place each week in camp. Missing two or more

days of camp will result in a forfeit of camp

services.

HOW DO I REGISTER?

CAMP FEES

Members $149/week

Non-Members $253/week

Register online at www.ymcabroome.org or stop by the Welcome Center of your nearest

branch!

Registration requires a non-refundable deposit of $30 for each of camp you which you

wish to register for. Deposits are applied to camp fees.

CAMPER SAFETY

SICK CHILD POLICY

Please do not send your child to camp if he/she is

sick and/or running a fever. If a child becomes ill while

at camp, a parent/guardian or person on authorized

to pick up will be contacted to pick up the child.

Children must be symptom free for at least 24 hours

before returning to camp. A doctor’s note may be

required for your child to return to camp.

SWIMMING

Campers who wish to swim in designated deep water

areas must pass the deep end test. The test will be

administered on Monday of each camp session.

Campers who pass the deep end test will be required

to wear a band designating they can swim in deep

water.

PROHIBITED ITEMS

The following items are prohibited at camp and will

be confiscated by YMCA Staff.

• Electronic devices, including cell phones

Camp is a electronic free zone. If they are brought

to camp, the device will be held by camp staff for

safekeeping.

• Personal toys or games

• Tobacco, alcohol, drugs

• Weapons

LOST AND FOUND

You can help limit lost items by:

• Labeling all belongings with campers name

• Remind your child to check for all their belongings

at pick up

• If something is lost, check the lost and found and

notify camp staff regarding lost items

The YMCA is not responsible for lost, stolen, broken

or destroyed items.

YMCA Summer Camps are licensed by NYS Department of Health. Our camps are inspected to ensure our

facilities are in compliance with all safety standards.

Safety comes first at the Y. That’s why we ask all campers to be respectful to themselves, other campers and

staff. To ensure the safety of all those in our care, a camper whose behavior poses a risk to safety may be

removed from campers, and our staff.

EMERGENCIES

Our staff are trained in handling a variety of

emergency situations. In the event of an emergency,

we will notify parents immediately. If necessary,

emergency transportation will be handled by local

emergency services.

IMMUNIZATION HISTORY

NYS Department of health requires each camp to

keep a current copy of all camper’s immunization

history on file. A complete copy of your child’s

immunization history must be submitted with the

enrollment packet. Campers without an immunization

history on file will not be permitted to attend camp.

MEDICATIONS

The YMCA does not administer any medications.

We encourage parents to drop in any time to

administer medications to your child. In case of an

emergency, the YMCA camp staff is allowed to

administer emergency medications such as

epi-pens, or inhalers. Please ensure that any

medications have the original pharmacy label on

them.

BEHAVIOR POLICY Our camp is dedicated to providing campers

with a positive experience. Our goal is to

ensure that campers gain self-confidence,

make new friends and create positive

memories. We have a set of expectations for

behavior which all camp participants must

follow which includes a no bullying policy. All

incidents of bullying are taken seriously and

addressed immediately by camp staff.

Behavior expectations are as follows:

• Be a positive and active participant in all

camp activities.

• Follow the rules that camp leaders set out

for each activity, area or project.

• Use all camp facilities and equipment as

instructed.

• Remain on the YMCA property with their

assigned group until signed out by a

parent/guardian or authorized person

• Use appropriate language and be

respectful to other campers and camp

staff.

• Refrain from fighting, physical or verbal

aggression will not be tolerated.

BEHAVIOR CONSEQUENCES Campers who do not adhere to the camp

behavior policy will be handled on an

individual basis. Frequent or severe

violations may result in suspension or

expulsion from camp.

Behaviors resulting in immediate

dismissal include but are not limited

to:

• Fighting.

• Bullying.

• Any action that could pose a threat to

the physical/emotional safety of campers

or camp staff.

• Possession of weapons of any kind or

any alcohol, drugs or any prescription

drugs.

• Vandalism or destruction of YMCA

property or property of others.

BEHAVIOR EXPECTATIONS

Participant:________________________________________ Sex: M[ ] F[ ] Birthdate:__________________

Address:__________________________________________________________________________________

City:_____________________________________________________ Zip:____________________________

Parent(s):_________________________________________________________________________________

Phone:______________________________Email:________________________________________________

Preferred contact: __________________________________________________________________________

Emergency Contact:_________________________________________________________________________

Relationship:_____________________________________ Phone:_________________________________

BINGHAMTON YMCA

Week of 7/6 7/13 7/20 7/27 8/03 8/10 8/17 8/24 8/31 Total

Weeks 6/29

Combo Camp

WEST FAMILY YMCA

Week of 7/6 7/13 7/20 7/27 8/03 8/10 8/17 8/24 8/31

Total

Weeks 6/29

STEM Camp

Sports Camp

PAYMENT SUMMARY:

Member: # of weeks ________ x $149 / week = $________

OR

Non-Member: # of weeks ________ x $253 / week = $________

Deposit Paid: # of weeks ________ x $30 / week = $________

Outstanding Balance: $________

** Weekly balances must be paid by the Wednesday of the week prior to the start of camp

or your child may be disenrolled from that week of camp.

In consideration of you accepting this entry, I, the undersigned, intending to be legally bound, hereby for myself and my child waive and release any and all rights and claims for damages I may have against the YMCA of Broome County, their representives, successors, and assigns for any injuries suffered by me while at the YMCA. I also give permission for my and/or my child’s picture to be used in marketing materials for the YMCA. By signing below, I agree to the financial terms of this registration and understand that my deposits are NON-REFUNDABLE and that if my balance is not paid on time, I forfeit the reservation I have made.

________________________________________________________ ____________________________________

Signature Date

REGISTER FOR CAMP

SUMMER CAMP 2020 YMCA of Broome County

BEST SUMMER! EVER

Participant:________________________________________ Sex: M[ ] F[ ] Birthdate:__________________

Address:__________________________________________________________________________________

City:_____________________________________________________ Zip:____________________________

Parent(s):_________________________________________________________________________________

Phone:______________________________Email:________________________________________________

Preferred contact: __________________________________________________________________________

Emergency Contact:_________________________________________________________________________

Relationship:_____________________________________ Phone:_________________________________

BINGHAMTON YMCA

Week of 7/6 7/13 7/20 7/27 8/03 8/10 8/17 8/24 8/31 Total

Weeks 6/29

Combo Camp

WEST FAMILY YMCA

Week of 7/6 7/13 7/20 7/27 8/03 8/10 8/17 8/24 8/31

Total

Weeks 6/29

STEM Camp

Sports Camp

PAYMENT SUMMARY:

Member: # of weeks ________ x $149 / week = $________

OR

Non-Member: # of weeks ________ x $253 / week = $________

Deposit Paid: # of weeks ________ x $30 / week = $________

Outstanding Balance: $________

** Weekly balances must be paid by the Wednesday of the week prior to the start of camp

or your child may be disenrolled from that week of camp.

In consideration of you accepting this entry, I, the undersigned, intending to be legally bound, hereby for myself and my child waive and release any and all rights and claims for damages I may have against the YMCA of Broome County, their representives, successors, and assigns for any injuries suffered by me while at the YMCA. I also give permission for my and/or my child’s picture to be used in marketing materials for the YMCA. By signing below, I agree to the financial terms of this registration and understand that my deposits are NON-REFUNDABLE and that if my balance is not paid on time, I forfeit the reservation I have made.

________________________________________________________ ____________________________________

Signature Date

REGISTER FOR CAMP

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BEST SUMMER! EVER Camp...tennis, badminton and pickle ball. WATER WORKS Week 8: August 17-August 21 Water, water everywhere! Prepare for a week full of water games. Compete in water