Broad Meadow Brook

Nature Day Camp 2012

Broad Meadow Brook

Conservation Center and Wildlife Sanctuary 414 Massasoit Road Worcester, MA 01604

Phone: 508-753-6087 Fax: 508-755-0148

Lisa Carlin, Camp Director: x13

www.massaudubon.org/camp

bmbrookcamp@massaudubon.org

Sign up for camp beginning January 10, 2012 For Boys and Girls, 4.5 - 16 years old

EXPLORE ~ QUESTION ~ CONNECT

We offer campers the opportunity to tap into their natural curiosity

to learn about the world around them through hands-on explora-

tion. We will explore different habitats and ecosystems and learn

how to identify a variety of plant and animal species that inhabit

Broad Meadow Brook while developing a respect for nature and

our world. Most of our day is spent outside exploring the world

around us and getting dirty! Our days include interactive play, non-

competitive games, songs, stories, and hands-on investigations

throughout the sanctuary property. All of our programming can be

related to the Massachusetts Curriculum Frameworks.

Bear Cubs For 4.5 – 6 year olds

9 am – 1 pm, 3-day Sessions

Camper to staff ratio is 5:1

This 3-day mini-camp will introduce your child to the wonders

of day camp at Broad Meadow Brook. Each day will have a

theme and we will explore the sanctuary in a safe and fun way.

Arts and crafts, hiking, games, snack and lunch will be a part

of every day.

BC1: June 19 - 21 $100 Members / $175 Nonmembers

BC2: June 26 – 28 $100 Members / $175 Nonmembers

BC3: July 10 - 12 $100 Members / $175 Nonmembers

Pick - A - Day Camp Session

For 5 - 11 year olds

9am - 3:30 pm, One Week Session

Choose the day or days that work the best for you and

your school schedule! Exploration and observation is our

theme for this week. Campers will be placed in age based

groups and we will follow appropriate campers to staff

ratios as outlined by ACA.

PAD: June 18 - 22 $40 a day / $180 week Members

$55 a day / $270 week Nonmembers

Wednesday Aug. 8

6:30 - 8:30 pm

Bring a lawn chair, and your

camp spirit! All Camp families

are welcome!

Discoverers, Adventurers & Explorers For 6 - 11 year olds

9 am – 3:30 pm, Two-Week Sessions

Discoverers will hike to the Enchanted Forest Trail. The Adventurers will hike

to Overlook Rock off the Sagatabscot Ridge Trail. The Explorers will be going

off-site one day to canoe in the Blackstone River Watershed.

Camper to staff ratio

Discoverers 5:1 Adventurers 8:1 Explorers 10:1

Discoverers – 6 & 7 Year Olds Adventurers – 8 & 9 Year Olds

D1: June 25 – July 6* ADV1: June 25 – July 6*

D2: July 9 – July 20 ADV2: July 9 – July 20

D3: July 23 – Aug 3 ADV3: July 23 – Aug 3

Explorers – 10 & 11 Year Olds

EXP1: June 25 – July 6*

EXP2: July 9 – July 20

EXP3: July 23 – Aug 3

Cost for two-week sessions:

$360 Members / $450 Nonmembers

Cost for one-week sessions:

$180 Members / $270 Nonmembers

Grasshoppers, Flickers and Mighty Oaks For 5 – 11 year olds

9 am – 3:30 pm, One Week Sessions

During these one week sessions, we will look at the world around us more closely.

We will focus on adaptations. How do plants and animals adapt to the world? How

do they compare to humans?

Camper to staff ratio

Grasshoppers 5:1 Flickers: 8:1 Mighty Oaks 10:1

Grasshoppers – 5 & 6 Year Olds Flickers – 7 & 8 Year Olds

G1: July 23 – July 27 F1: July 23 – July 27

G2: Aug 6 - 10 F2: Aug 6 - 10

Mighty Oaks – 9 - 11 Year Olds

MO1: July 23 – July 27

MO2: Aug 6 - 10

*There is camp on July 4, 2012.

Code: CIT 1 $ No Charge

Basic CIT Training 14 - 16 Years Old

9 am – 3:30 pm

June 25 - 29

Counselors in Training (CITs) will attend a 5-day training course to learn

about the role of a day camp counselor. CITs will then choose 2 more

weeks to shadow other counselors and have an opportunity to teach a

subject of their choosing during camp.

If you are interested in being a CIT, please contact Lisa Carlin, camp

director for an application.

Code: CIT $250 Members / $325 Nonmembers

Advanced CIT Training 15 – 16 Years Old

9 am – 3:30 pm

You must have already completed the Basic CIT course at Broad

Meadow Brook. You will choose three weeks to assist the staff at camp.

Contact the camp director before signing up for this option.

Teen Adventure Program

9 am – 5 pm

One-week session

Explore the wilds of Worcester County

and beyond! This off-site adventure

week features biking, canoeing on the

Blackstone and hiking Mt. Wachusett. We’ll finish the week by

exploring and camping at Wildwood, Mass Audubon’s residential

camp.

July 9 - 13 12 – 14 years old

Code: TEEN $360 Members / $450 Nonmembers

Painting with Your Digital Camera

9 am – 3:30 pm

One-week session

Explore nature through the lens of a cam-

era. Learn the basics of photography

while learning about nature. We will hike

and explore the sanctuary, all the while

seeking out interesting subjects for our

photo show. Participants will need to

bring their own digital camera for this

week. Price includes materials fee.

June 25 - 29 8 & 9 year olds

Code: DP1 $190 Members / $280 Nonmembers

July 30 - Aug 3 10 – 14 year olds

Code: DP2 $190 Members / $280 Nonmembers

All about Birds

9 am – 3:30 pm

One-week session

This week-long session is all about the birds. Campers

will learn how to identify common birds, use field

guides and binoculars. This session features numerous

field trips in our van to birding areas such as Burncoat

Pond, Drumlin Farm, Great Meadows, Wachusett

Meadow. On Friday, we will extend our day to 5 pm

as we head to the coast to learn about shore birds.

Aug 6 - 10 10 – 14 years old

Code: BIRD $260 Members / $350 Nonmembers

Before Camp Option 8 - 9 am

Drop off is between 8 - 8:15 am Before camp will be offered every day camp is in session*. Campers will spend

their pre-camp morning engaged in quiet games and crafts. Breakfast is not pro-

vided. Parents should ensure that campers have eaten a hearty breakfast or bring a

small snack. *No before camp the week of June 18.

After Camp Option 3:30—5:30 pm

Pick up is between 4:45—5:30 pm This option is available to all campers except Bear Cubs. Campers who sign up for

this option will need to bring a second snack. After our snack, campers will work

on additional crafts, go hiking and play games while being supervised by our ex-

tended day staff. No after camp the week of June 18.

Before Camp Fee: No Before Camp option week of June 18

1 Week: $25 Members / $35 Nonmembers

2 Week: $50 Members / $70 Nonmembers

Bear Cubs Only: $15 Members / $25 Nonmembers per three day session

After Camp Fee: No After Camp option week of June 18

1 Week : $60 Members / $80 Nonmembers

2 Weeks: $120 Members / $160 Nonmembers

Before and After Camp Fee: No Before /After Camp option week of June 18

1 Week: $80 Members / $115 Nonmembers

2 Weeks: $160 Members / $230 Nonmembers

Saturday, March 10, 2012

11:30 am – 3:30 pm

~ Fill out your paperwork ~

~ Bring your current immunization records ~

Register in person at Broad Meadow Brook and

receive a discount on your day camp fee.

RECEIVE $20 OFF A 2-WEEK SESSION

RECEIVE $10 OFF A 1-WEEK SESSION

Wildwood Information Session

Saturday, March 10, 2012

10:30 am —12:30 pm

There's more to explore at Wildwood,

Mass Audubon's only overnight camp, in Rindge, New Hamp-

shire. Choose 1- or 2-week overnight camp sessions for campers

aged 9-14, teen adventure trips for campers aged 14-17, or Leaders-

in-Training programs for campers entering grades 10-12.

Everyone is welcome at our 4-day Family Camp programs. Go wild

this summer!

Call toll free 866-MAS-CAMP for more information, or visit Wild-

wood online at www.massaudubon.org/wildwood.

Meet the camp director!

Make a craft!

All campers will receive a free gift!

There is a sense of caring for the environment and the kids!

We will be back next year. Thank you for all you do.

My son really enjoyed your camp. Staff was great! Thank you very much! I thank you for all you do. Both of my kids

came home happy, stimulated and ready to go back for another fun day!!

Many, many thanks for all that you do!

She laughed, she learned and came home with a smile every day.

What more could parents ask for? We love this camp!

The kids had a blast!!

Continue to make learning about nature fun.

How do I register for day camp?

Send in your registration form and non-refundable deposit, per child.

$50 for three day or one week sessions and $100 for two week sessions.

For Before or After Camp Care, please include an additional non-

refundable deposit of $10 per child

The remaining balance must be received no later than May 31, 2012.

Registrations processed after May 31 must be paid in full at time of regis-

tration.

If payment is not received by May 31, your slot is no longer guaranteed.

Payment plans and Financial Aid “camperships” are available. You may

request an application by calling or stopping by. Applications will be con-

sidered on a first come, first served basis.

All medical forms must be completed and returned to us no later than 2

weeks before the camp session begins. A $20 fee will be incurred if the

forms are late.

No camper is allowed to attend camp unless all forms, waivers and pay-

ments are complete.

If you pay by credit card, your remaining balance will automatically be

charged on May 31st unless you notify us otherwise. Late fees are

charged automatically if payment and health form deadlines are not met.

$20 per camper.

Refund / Cancellation Policy

The deposit will not be refunded, regardless of the withdrawal date or

circumstances.

The camp fee, less the deposit, is refundable only if you notify us in writ-

ing at least four weeks prior to the beginning of the session.

No refunds will be given for incomplete attendance or dismissal from the

program.

We reserve the right to cancel a session due to low enrollment; you will

receive a full refund.

Camper Expectations

Campers must be able to move about on uneven terrain.

Campers are expected to participate meaningfully in age-appropriate ac-

tivities, including nature study.

Campers must follow stated behavior expectations and safety rules.

This camp must comply with regulations of the Massachusetts Department of Public Health and be licensed by the City of Worcester Board of Health.

Parent/guardians may request copies of background check, health care, and/or discipline policies as well as procedures for filing grievances.

Financial Aid “camperships” are available. Funds are limited and are distributed

on a first-come, first-served basis.

Call, e-mail or drop by to request an application form.

508-753-6087 x13

bmbrookcamp@massaudubon.org $ $

Broad Meadow Brook Nature Day Camp

Registration Form

Registrants must be at the family membership level or higher to be eligible for the member rate.

Please use a separate form for each child. This form may be photocopied.

Child’s Name: _____________________________________________________________

Sex: M F Date of Birth: ___________________ Entering grade: _______

Guardian Name(s): ________________________________________________________

Address: ________________________________________________________________

City, State & Zip: _________________________________________________________

Day Phone: _______________________ Cell Phone:___________________________

E-mail: __________________________________________________________________

Session Code(s): ___________________________________________________________ For PAD Session - please include the day or days that you wish to attend camp.

Before / After Camp Care Option: BEFORE AFTER BEFORE & AFTER 3 day 1 wk 2wk 1wk 2 wk 1wk 2wk Circle your choice

Buddy Request (one per camper)______________________________________________

Are you a Mass Audubon Member? YES NO MAS Membership #:______________

I am not a member, but wish to join at this time. Family Membership Fee of $65:_______

Camp Session(s) Fee:_________________

Before/After Care Fee: ________________

“Campership” Fund Donation: _________

Membership fee: _____________________

Total Camp Fee: _____________________

Make checks payable to: Mass Audubon

Discover MasterCard Visa

Card number: ___________________________________ Exp. Date: _____________

Amount to be charged: ____________________________ 3 digit security code: ______ Found on back of card

I agree to allow Mass Audubon to charge my account in the amount specified herein and I understand

that refunds will only be provided in accordance to the refund policy as stated in the camp brochure.

By signing, I agree to have the remaining balance charged to my card charged on May 31, 2012.

Signature: ______________________________________

Please mail your registration form and payment to:

Day Camp Registration, Broad Meadow Brook

414 Massasoit Rd. Worcester, MA 01604

For identity safety assurances, fax and e-mail submissions are not accepted.

Amount you are paying today:

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Date pd: ________________________

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