Sasamat Outdoor Centre - W I N T E R N E W S L E T T E R 2 0 0 9 - … · 2009. 12. 15. · #5 Aug 3-6 (4 day) $315 #6 Aug 9-13 $390 #7 Aug 16-20 $390 #8 Aug 23-27 $390 Resident Camp

Play, learn, grow, lead in the outdoors!

W I N T E R N E W S L E T T E R 2 0 0 9 - 2 0 1 0

S a s a m a t O u t d o o r C e n t r eS a s a m a t O u t d o o r C e n t r e

Play, learn, grow, lead in the outdoors! 3302 Senkler Road Belcarra, BC V3H 4S3 Telephone: 604. 939.2268 Web: www.sasamat.org Email: [email protected] Fax: 604. 939.8522

Play, learn, grow, lead in the outdoors! Vol. 48 Iss. 96

In this issue…

Executive Director’s Note Staff Welcome

New Roofs

Summer Camp 2009 Reflection

2010 Camping Calendar

2010 Winter Programs

NEW Challenge Courses in 2010: The Sky is the Limit

Send a Kid to Camp

Dinner on the Patio

Membership

Donors & Support

Mission Statement We inspire personal growth and leadership

through learning and playing in the outdoors.

Executive Director ’s N ote What an exciting and busy time we have had this year, and next season is shaping up to be even better. We are busy developing new programs and activities and planning for a climbing wall and several high team-challenge activities to be installed over the winter, to bring added adventure and excitement to your days at Sasamat Outdoor Centre. The new climbing wall and challenge course installation is only possible because of a donation from Mr. Rudy North. I would like to extend a personal thanks to Mr. North on behalf of the Community Board and all of our staff and campers for his support of Sasamat Outdoor Centre over many years. We are all very excited by the program opportunities that the new challenge course elements and climbing wall will bring to Sasamat Outdoor Centre. I would also like to thank CKNW Orphans’ Fund, the Vancouver Camping Bureau, the Burnaby Camping Bureau, the United Way of the Lower Mainland, the Government of BC and the Federal Government, and the many individuals who donated to “Send a Kid to Camp”. Your funding helped to support program costs and to make camp possible this year for children from families with limited resources. Without this type of assistance, program fees would rise above a manageable threshold for many families. Thanks as well to all of our staff and volunteers for making Sasamat Outdoor Centre a special place for each of our campers, and making my job so much fun. I look forward to working with each of you again in the coming year. We look forward to seeing all of our campers again next year. Your smiling faces and laughter are our greatest reward.

-- G. Bronco Cathcart



Staff Welcome We wish to welcome Brandon McClounie as our Director of Community Programs. Brandon joins us with a twelve-year background as a staff member and director at camps across British Columbia and Ontario. A recent graduate of the University of Northern British Columbia, where he studied Geography and Resource & Recreational Based Tourism, Brandon and his wife Liz are expecting their first child in December. Brandon is also a board member for the British Columbia Camping Association and has been recognized for his work with in the Canadian Camping Association. We are excited to have Brandon on board and welcome him to the Sasamat family.

New Roofs This fall the Helm Lodge, along with Cottage D and the Maintenance Shop, received a facelift by getting new metal roofs. Placed on by Affiliated Roofers Inc. the finished product looks great. The lodge itself looks spectacular with a dark silver roof reflecting the natural environment. The new additions are another step in the long-term care and development of our site and facilities.

Summer Camp Reflections As the days become shorter, wetter, and colder; I grow fonder of those long hot summer days at Sasamat Outdoor Centre. Sasamat Camp 2009 was a busy 9 week summer filled with excitement. I still remember the campfires, cookouts, swim-times, camp-wide games and canoe races. I want to give a big thank you to all of the staff who worked long hours, making sure campers had a great experience. I am inspired by our staff who are caring and compassionate. The highlight of my summer is when Day Camp and Resident Camp worked together to produce amazing Carnivals (Special Events). In these Special Events, campers had the opportunity to get their face painted, ride the “scream machine” and of course…make ice cream floats. I can’t forget to send a special thanks to the dedicated volunteers for creating fantastic special events and helping new campers get through their first day of camp. Without volunteers, we couldn’t have pulled off such an extraordinary summer. Finally, many of the campers last summer went on wild adventures. I am especially impressed with our wilderness trippers, who spent 5 days on Stave Lake and 4-days on Granite Falls. Many campers experienced adventures in different ways; some campers went on a one night out-trip at Widgeon Creek and some slept away from home for the first time. So, thanks to everyone who made the summer of 2009 a great experience…the best summer yet!

-- Gaelan Connell

Summer Camp Coordinator



2010 Camping Calendar

Spring Break Day Camp (6-12yrs) March 29 –April 1, 2010 $30/day April Day Camp (6-12yrs) April 17 –18, 2010 $20/day Summer Day Camp (6-12yrs) #1 July 5-9 $175 #2 July 12-16 (1 overnight) $200 #3 July 19-23 $175 #4 July 26-30 $175 #5 Aug 3-6 (4 day) $140 #6 Aug 9-13 (1 overnight) $200 #7 Aug 16-20 $175 #8 Aug 23-27 $175 Optional Lunch $25/week Before & After Care $50/week AM & PM $30/week AM or PM Summer Resident Camp (8-12yrs) & Teen Resident Camp (13-15yrs)

#1 July 5-9 $390 #2 July 12-16 $390 #3 July 19-23 $390 #4 July 26-30 $390 #5 Aug 3-6 (4 day) $315 #6 Aug 9-13 $390 #7 Aug 16-20 $390 #8 Aug 23-27 $390 Resident Camp fees are subject to HST

Volunteer Training Program (14-16yrs) July 7-9 $250 Outdoor Skills Camp (13-15yrs) New this year rock climbing, geocache, boat operator cert, canoe cert and much more! Aug 16-20 $240 Stave Lake Canoe Trip (13-16yrs) Aug 7-13 $448 Granite Falls Canoe Trip (13-16yrs) July 25-30 $390 Stave & Granite Canoe Trips are subject to HST Family Camp Weekend July 9-11, 2010 Adult/Children $100/person Under 5 yrs $70/person Under 2yrs (no food) Free Day Visitor/1 meal $27/person “Club Sasamat” Weekends Wkd #1 July 23-25, 2010 Wkd #2 August 6-8, 2010 Wkd #3 August 20-22, 2010 Adult/Children $135/person Under 5 yrs $100/person Under 2yrs (no food) Free Day Visitor/1 meal $27/person Family Canoe & Kayak Days Day #1 Canoe May 16, 2010 Day #2 Kayak June 13, 2010 Day #3 Canoe August 22, 2010 2 People $55 Additional Members $15/person Individual (16 yrs+) $35 Open Houses: Sunday January 17th, 2010 @ 12:30 pm Sunday April 11th, 2010 @ 12:30 pm



2010 Winter Programs

LEADERSHIP 2010 REGISTER ONLINE TODAY!

Leadership 1:�� GRADE 10-11

For youth who have never been to summer camp and for those who just love camp, this is an awesome choice! Attain valuable certificates for your resume while learning about the responsibility of being a leader and keeping yourself safe in the outdoors.

Port Moody - Tuesday evenings starting Jan. 26 Coquitlam - Wednesdays evening starting Jan. 27 Additional programs being run through the following Neighbourhood Houses: Mount Pleasant, South Vancouver, Crescent Beach Community Services & Little Mountain.

Leadership 2:�� GRADE 11-12

For experienced leaders looking for a new challenge, this option is for you! This group has previous training or experience with kids. We build on our strengths and develop our skills and knowledge of wilderness camping and winter activities. You don’t want to miss our 4-day canoe expedition this spring! Participants are encouraged to apply for summer work at Sasamat Outdoor Centre and the Neighbourhood Houses. Monday evenings in East Burnaby at the Cameron Rec Centre starting Jan. 11

Register online at www.sasamat.og

Women’s Weekend March 5th-7th 2010 You won’t be roughing it this weekend. Just think, in less than hour you can be part of a friendly and relaxing environment. Spa services are optional; additional fees payable in advance. Share with friends or we can book you a roommate or two. Then bring a book, start a craft project, go for a walk, or relax in the hot tub…. leave the family chores to the family! This is your weekend treat! Highlights include: Complimentary wine & appetizer social, delicious meals, “girls” movie night, registered massage therapy, manicures, pedicures, facial, lakeshore walking, canoeing, crafts, live music and much more. Visit our website www.sasamat.org for more information and registration for this weekend getaway.

Lunch by the Fireside Series Sasamat Outdoor Centre’s popular Fireside Lunches are a great way to spend an afternoon with friends and family. These adult-only events offer a delicious lunch and a variety of entertainment to warm your body and spirit. Scheduled dates are: January: 18th, 19th & 27th, 2010 February: 9th, 11th & 17th, 2010 Adult groups and individuals wishing to enjoy these special afternoons should call Brandon for details at 604-939-2268 (5).



NEW Challenge Courses in 2010

The Sky is the Limit Sasamat is excited to announce the installation of three high rope challenge courses set to open in summer 2010. The courses will include a climbing wall, vertical playground and six interconnected high rope elements. Campers, school groups and rentals of all ages will have the opportunity to play in this fun and safe climbing environment. Groups will be lead by a certified instructor through the age appropriate elements. All elements are team belayed which will keep non-climbers involved and active. Elements will not only challenge participants at their own accord but foster greater team building, communication and climbing skills. Keep an eye on our website for photos detailing the installation process and the inaugural climb. Starting in summer 2010 the sky is the limit at Sasamat Outdoor Centre.

Pictur es of Prop os ed El ements:

Top Left: A two-routed climbing wall that stands 32 feet high Top Right: Vertical Playground in action Bottom Left: Dangle-a-Maze with four climbers at one time nearly 40 feet high Bottom Right: The Team All Aboard is a two-foot platform a top a 40-foot pole Elements no t Depicted: Flying Squirrel, Aerial Trust Dive, Team Balance & Paired Rickety Bridge



Sasamat Outdoor Centre is a member of the

Association of Neighbourhood Houses

of British Columbia

& We are helped by your support to

Membership Become an active member with Sasamat Outdoor Centre and purchase an annual membership for $5.00 Funders look to the membership roll to determine community involvement and participation in our programs and services. Without funding, programs at Sasamat would be unaffordable for many families. Active membership promotes new and improved programs and services that serve current community needs. Members are eligible for nomination to the Sasamat Outdoor Centre Board of Management. Members are eligible to vote at the Sasamat Outdoor Centre and ANH annual general meetings

Memberships are available on our website.

Send a Kid to Camp Donors Sasamat Outdoor Centre appreciates the generosity of the many people who donate to assist families who are facing difficult times. With the support of individual donors, the CKNW Orphan’s Fund, United Way, the Lower Mainland Camping Bureau, Burnaby Camping Bureau, BC Gaming and Provincial/Federal Funding Sasamat has been able to provide assistance to over 250 families. Dinner on the Patio Friday May 28th, 2010 Join us this spring for our annual fundraising event in support of Send a Kid to Camp. Enjoy dinner, an evening canoe, a silent auction, great company, a live musical act and much more. Tickets will go on sale in the New Year. Watch our website for updates on this wonderful event.

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Sasamat Outdoor Centre - W I N T E R N E W S L E T T E R 2 0 0 9 - … · 2009. 12. 15. · #5 Aug 3-6 (4 day) $315 #6 Aug 9-13 $390 #7 Aug 16-20 $390 #8 Aug 23-27 $390 Resident Camp