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Discovery Camp
Y’s Kids Summer Enrichment
Adventure Camp
Teen Xtreme Camp
BEST SUMMER EVER!
Friendship, Accomplishment, Belonging
BOLD & GOLD Adventures
Girls on the Run Camps
Girls on Track Camps
Trail Blazers Camp
WHATCOM FAMILY YMCA 360 733 8630 www.whatcomymca.org
WHY Choose The Y?
TRADITION The YMCA invented “day camping” to bring the fun experiences
of resident camp to local neighborhoods. For many decades the
Y has developed quality camp programs that enrich your child’s
mind, spirit and body.
SAFETY Our number one goal always has been, and will continue to be,
to provide safe experiences and activities. We care for your
children as though they were our own - because they are!
We are family at the Y.
FLEXIBILITY Why? Because every family has different needs, we strive to
present camp options that fit both busy summer calendars,
those who need camp as a great resource for working moms
and dads, and those who just want to incorporate some fun
into their summer.
HEALTHY LIVING The Y is committed to
developing the whole
child and instilling
healthy habits in our
campers. Camps will
include active play, nutritious meals and snacks including fruits
and vegetables. Water will be the preferred drink served at
meal and snack time and milk will be available.
WE ARE HERE TO HELP KIDS SUCCEED
ACHIEVEMENT Our campers will gain new knowledge, skills and abilities that help them
realize their passions, talents and potential. Progressive skill clinics will
build confidence and assist campers discover who they are.
RELATIONSHIPS Camp is all about developing good relationships. Campers will make new
friends and form positive relationships with adult role models.
BELONGING Our camps create a sense of community where kids feel safe, welcome
and can express their individuality.
Girls on the Run Girls on Track
Summer Camps Summer Camps
Girls entering grades 3-6 are invited to participate in a The Girls on Track curriculum is designed to address the
condensed version of this character-building program. physical and emotional challenges of middle school girls
Girls will learn life skills through dynamic, conversation- by empowering them to make thoughtful and healthy
based lessons and running games. decisions.
The week culminates with a celebratory 5k running Running is incorporated into the curriculum. We use
event. The goal of the program is to unleash confidence physical activity to inspire and motivate girls throughout
through accomplishment while establishing a lifetime the program to encourage lifelong health and fitness
appreciation of health and fitness. and most importantly, to build confidence through
accomplishment. At the end of each session, the girls
and their mentors complete
a 5k running event.
AGES: GOTR = Girls entering grades 3-6 in Fall 2015
GOT = Girls entering grades 6-8 in Fall 2015
DATES: July 13 - 17
TIMES: 9:30am-1:00pm
FEES: $115/week YMCA Members
$125/week Program Members
INCLUDES: T-shirt, water bottle, healthy snacks &
registration into 5k
Trail Blazers Summer Camp
Trail Blazers is open to boys and girls entering grades 3-6. Participants will
be introduced to the sport of trail running in a fun, challenging and rewarding
environment.
Its purpose is to provide a non-competitive, supportive atmosphere while encouraging
youth to use trail running as a fun way to stay fit for life. We will explore five beautiful
Whatcom County trails throughout the course of the camp.
AGES: Boys & Girls entering
grades 3-6 in Fall 2015
DATES: July 13 - 17
TIMES: 10:00am-12:30pm
FEES: $80/week YMCA Members
$90/week Program Members
INCLUDES: T-shirt, water bottle, healthy snacks &
registration into 5k
Discovery Camp
“My daughter talks about the values of communicating, taking care of each other and herself, making
friends, etc. She has grown a lot socially and has learned to adapt to various situations. I feel the
camp has helped to prepare her for school”
Our licensed Discovery Camp offers an ideal transition from preschool into the longer school days of
kindergarten. Located in our Bellingham Program Center, Discovery Camp presents opportunities for
children to participate in a summer program geared towards the specific developmental needs and
interests of children ages 4-5.
Campers will spend time engaged in a variety of activities balancing between traditional camp
experiences (outdoors, art, music and games), activities to build relationships with peers and experiences
to enrich their upcoming kindergarten entrance (journaling, activities encouraging reading, writing and
problem solving skills). Discovery Camp also includes local outdoor field trips three times per week,
swimming and rock climbing!
AGES: Kids entering Kindergarten in Fall 2015
DATES: June 23 - August 28
TIMES: 6:30-8:30am Drop-off
4:30-6:00pm Pick-up
(children need to be signed in by 9am to participate in all programming)
LOCATION Bellingham Program Center A typical day at
MONTHLY FEES: June July August
Discovery Camp:
5 Days/Week: $198 $706 $706
Drop Off/Child Initiated Activities
4 Days/Week: $188 $675 $675 In The Preschool Room
3 Days/Week: $156 $510 $510
2 Days/Week: $117 $353 $353 Breakfast - 9:00-9:30am (provided by the Y)
Group Circle Time
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Music
Games
Camp Activities: Art Projects
Outdoor Activities
Lunch (provided by parents)
Swimming And Rock Climbing (Tues/Thurs)
Field Trips (Mon/Wed/Fri)
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Journaling
Reading Buddies
Enrichment Activities Pre-literacy Activities
Social Skill Building
Afternoon Snack (provided by YMCA)
Sign Out/Child Initiated Activities
In The Preschool Room
Y’s Kids
Summer Enrichment
“My children really enjoyed going to the day camp. The staff kept them
constantly moving and busy. I will definitely be looking into the YMCA summer
camp next year.”
Summer just would not be the same without YMCA programs. Our state licensed
program has been enriching the lives of Whatcom County for over 25 years. This
summer, the YMCA is collaborating with the Bellingham School District to provide
hands on educational enrichment activities during the morning camp hours that will
include fun learning in math, literacy and science. In the afternoon, we will provide
traditional day camp activities to include crafts, swimming and field trips.
Y’s Kids Summer Enrichment gives you the options of a full or part time experience.
Children with be placed into three different age ranges for age appropriate field
trips and enrichment experiences. This summer is bound to be FUN and educational!
AGES: Kids entering grades 1-6 in Fall 2015
A typical day at Y’s Kids Summer Enrichment:
DATES: June 23 - August 21
Drop off/Child Initiated Activities
TIMES: 7:00-8:45am Drop-off
4:45-6:00pm Pick-up
(children need to be signed in by 8:45am to Breakfast (provided by the YMCA)
participate in all programming)
LOCATION: Carl Cozier Elementary Teacher Lead Activities
TWO PAYMENTS REQUIRED:
1st Payment Due June 23: 4-5 days/week $660 Circle Time
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2-3 days/week $446 Nutrition Journaling
Education Science & Math
2 Payment Due July 20:
nd
4-5 days/week $660 A.M. Enrichment Activities: Mentoring Activities
2-3 days/week $446 Reading Program Reading Buddies
Registration fee is $50 (valid Sept 2014-Aug 2015). Lunch (provided by the YMCA)
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Community
Climbing Wall
Service Projects
P.M. Enrichment Activities: Crafts
Swimming Lessons
Field Trips
Gardening
Afternoon Snack (provided by the YMCA)
Sign Out/Child Initiated Activities
1 June 23 - 26
Construct it 4 July 13 - 17
The Mighty Jungle 7 August 3 - 7
Fantasyland
2 June 29 - July 3
Game On! 5 July 20 - 24
Pay It Forward 8 August 10 - 14
Space Invaders
3 July 6 - 10
Stars & Stripes 6 July 27 - 31
Waterworld 9 August 17 - 21
Weird Science
Adventure Camp Information
“My child had a great time at Y Adventure Camp. He was free to explore nature, meet
new and diverse people, and learn some great camp songs. Thanks for loving and
caring for my child!.”
Adventure Camp is a safe, exciting experience in which campers explore the outdoors, build
self-esteem, develop new skills and make life long memories.
Weekly sessions are designed to build community. Kids are divided into trail groups by age
and will have the same counselor throughout the week. This allows the groups to form strong
bonds and the kids lasting friendships. Each day will build on the one previous, and the week
culminates with a special ceremony on Friday celebrating the week of camp.
This year’s weekly themes will be based on popular children’s literature and will promote
learning and variety. Our themes are designed so campers may have experiences beyond the
ordinary and so that each week of camp is fresh. Campers are active all day long and have a
blast while developing the YMCA character values of caring, honesty, respect and responsibility.
AGES: Seekers: Entering grades 1-2 in Fall 2015
Explorers: Entering grades 3-6 in Fall 2015 A typical day at Adventure Camp:
DATES: June 23 – August 21
Drop off/Child Initiated Activities
TIMES: 7:00-8:30am Drop-off Morning Snack (provided by YMCA)
4:30-6:00pm Pick-up
(children need to be signed in by 8:30am to participate in
all programming) All Camp Gathering time
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LOCATION: Sudden Valley Program Center Crafts
Gardening
Sports
WEEKLY FEES: Y Members Program Members Skill Clinics: Archery
Performing Arts
Swimming Lessons
Kayaking
Early Bird (Now-April 30): $170 $190
Regular (May 1-June 15): $185 $205 Lunch (provided by parents)
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In-Season (Jun. 15-Aug. 21): $195 $220 Journaling Reading Buddies
Problem Solving Science &
Deposit is $25 per week. Enrichment Activities: Character Math Activities
Development Summer Reading
CONVENIENT DROP-OFF & PICK-UP LOCATIONS:
All Camp Activities/Free Choice
Drop-off times: Pick-up times:
Bellingham Y: 7-8:30am Bellingham Y: 4:30-6pm Afternoon Snack (provided by YMCA)
Ferndale Y: 7:30-8am Ferndale Y: 5:00-6pm
Sign Out/Child Initiated Activities
Lynden Y: 7-7:30am Lynden Y: 4:30-6pm
Sudden Valley Y: 7-9am Sudden Valley Y: 4-6pm
Adventure Camp Weeks
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June 23-26: Oh the Places You Go! July 27-31: Magic School Bus
Dr. Suess will help us jump into camp and prepare Increase interest in science & the natural world with
campers for an amazing summer! Explorers will visit camp’s own Ms. Frizzle. Explorers will take a trip to
the Zoo and the Seekers will visit a Kangaroo Farm for Pacific Science Center & Seekers will travel to Everett’s
their field trip. Children’s Museum to reinforce what campers learn.
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June 29-July 3: The Rainbow Fish August 3-7: The BFG*
Campers will explore what makes them unique and the Every camper has dreams & aspirations; this week
values that make camp a special place to be. Field trips we will explore ways of making them come true for
include Larrabee St. Park for Explorers and Semiahmoo themselves & others. Each group will have a field trip
Spit for Seekers. to Padilla Bay. *Explorer Overnight & Family Night
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July 6-10: Chronicles of Narnia* August 10-14: Captain Underpants
Expand imaginations & acquire new skills as we The world is full of everyday Super Heroes. We will
explore the camptastic lands of Narnia. Explorers will celebrate these individuals & help campers discover
travel to Mt. Baker & Seekers will travel to Silver Lake. their own inner special power. Both Explorers & Seekers
*Explorer Overnight & Family Night will test their physical strengths with Roller Skating.
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July 13-17: Magic Tree House August 17-21: Never Ending Story
Discover new cultures & environments in camp’s Celebrate the end of summer as we strategize ways to
magical tree house. Explorer field trip will be a whale keep the camp spirit alive throughout the school year.
watching trip and the Seeker field trip will be to Because this week tends to be a lot of reminiscing about
the summer, it is highly encouraged that this is not the
Washington Park. only week you attend.
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July 20-24: Harry Potter**
Come explore the same subjects that Harry studies at Hogwarts: Astronomy,
Care of Magical Creatures, Herbology and Potions. Learn how these subjects
truly connect to our Muggle world! Field Trips include Washington Park and
Fidalgo Pool for the Explorers and the WWU Planetarium for the Seekers.
** Seeker Overnight & Family Night
Junior Counselor Program
The Junior Counselor Program allows teens to develop leadership
skills while they learn how to work with children. Adventure Camp
staff serve as mentors while providing guidance and feedback as
Junior Counselors volunteer to be a positive role model to Adventure
Campers.
Teens must apply and volunteer the entire week. Contact the
Adventure Camp Director at 360-733-8630 to learn about the
application process.
AGES: Teen ages 13-18 years
DATES: June 23 - August 21 (Mandatory Training: June 12)
TIMES: 8:00am-4:30pm
LOCATION: With Adventure Camp
“My kid was always excited to go to teen camp . . he tried a lot
Teen of new activities that he discovered he enjoys . . . his time spent
in front of a TV and computer over the course of the summer was
way down, it was like he found a ‘new normal’ getting back to the
Xtreme activities he used to enjoy (reading, board games, being active)
before he developed some bad habits with media.”
Camp Join Teen Xtreme Camp and have the opportunity to make friends and
see new places, while building confidence and skills. Each week has a
highlighted theme along with a mix of fun and adventurous activities.
We will change it up with city adventure, outdoor activities, skill
building, arts and crafts, play games and of course have a ton of fun.
We will explore throughout our county, visiting local attractions
and discovering the outdoors. We are based out of the Bellingham
Teen Center and will take daily adventures. Make sure to attend our
overnight weeks for campfires, skits, stories and s’mores. Grab a
friend and sign up or make new friends at our camp.
AGES: Teens entering grades 6-8 in Fall 2015
DATES: June 23 – August 25
TIMES: 7:00-8:30am Drop-off
4:30-6:00pm Pick-up
(teens need to be signed in by 8:30am to participate in
all programming)
*Denotes Overnights
LOCATION Bellingham Program Center
WEEKLY FEES: Y Members Program Members
Early Bird (May 1-31): $160 $180
In-Season (Jun. 1 - Aug. 29): $175 $200
Deposit is $25 per week.
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July 27 - 31: Great White North Adventure (Canada)
June 23 - 26: Outdoor Adventure
This week we will experience the Teen Olympics and visit the
Kayaking at Lake Whatcom, an exciting climb at Larrabee State
Winter 2010 host city of Vancouver, BC. We will also splash
Park and a snow search at Mt. Baker.
around in the Newton Wave Pool in Surrey, BC.
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June 29 - July 3: Overnight Fun* August 3 - 7: Mt. Baker Overnight*
We will experience paddle boats and a biking adventure. As well We will cool off from the summer heat with a dip at Sudden
as explore Fort Casey and finish the week with an overnight and Valley and some ice skating. Our Thursday night at Mt. Baker
day at Birch Bay Waterslides. will be filled with snow & s’mores!
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July 6 - 10: Animal Friends August 10 - 14: Saddle Up Cow Poke
The week will begin with hiking Oyster Dome and then jumping Try out your swing at the golf course and then peruse some
in the Kayak for a paddle. We will visit a Kangaroo Farm and beautiful art exhibits at the Seattle Art Museum. We will wrap
wrap up the week on horseback. up the week on horseback exploring the trails.
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July 13 - 17: Deception Pass Camp Out* August 17 - 21: Overnight in the Olympics*
So many adventures await, including swimming at Sudden Valley, Our week will start off touring WWU and then riding the rides at
a trip to the Woodland Park Zoo and biking through the county. the Lynden Fair. We will travel to the Olympic Peninsula for some
Our Thursday overnight at Deception Pass will be so much fun! hiking and an exciting overnight adventure.
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July 20-24: Vertical Extreme
August 24 & 25: Summer Finale
This week you will reach new heights at Sehome Hill and Mt.
Our summer will end with a hike to Heliotrope Ridge and then a
Erie. We will spend time ice skating and take at dip in the tide
nice easy float down the Nooksack River.
pools of Birch Bay State Park.
BOLD/GOLD
Boys & Girls Leadership Development Program
“My son went on the San Juan bike trip this summer. He had a great time
and came home excited about biking and the natural beauty of our home.”
These van supported adventures are an excellent way for teens to get
outdoors this summer and develop their leadership skills and appreciation of
nature, all while having the adventure of a lifetime.
Our wilderness experiences include activities such as backpacking, rock
climbing, surfing, fishing and biking. BOLD & GOLD trips are designed to help
teens build confidence, self-awareness, courage and a tolerance for adversity.
Join us this summer, you don’t need equipment, but you should possess a
thirst for adventure and desire to challenge yourself.
1 COED BIKING:
San Juan Islands 4 COED HANG TEN:
Surfing in Oregon
Jump on your bike and pedal across Orcas, Lopez and San Juan Island. Hang loose down Oregon’s coastline! Catch the waves at some of
Whale watch at Lime Kiln State Park, check out Friday Harbor and Oregon’s best spots and camp out under the coastal stars. Pair up
find out who won the 1859 pig war at British Camp. On Orcas, ride to with a professional surfing company, learn new skills, and make new
Eastsound, camp under the stars at Moran State Park and hike to the friends on this great white adventure.
tallest point on the islands to watch the sunrise over Mt. Baker.
AGES: Boys & Girls Grades 6-9 in Fall 2015 AGES: Boys & Girls Grades 9-12 in Fall 2015
DATES: June 28 - July 3 DATES: August 3 - 7
FEES: $375 YMCA Members FEES: $425 YMCA Members
$425 Program Members (Annual Program Member fee is $20) $475 Program Members (Annual Program Member fee is $20)
Deposit is $50 (applies to fee) Deposit is $50 (applies to fee).
2 COED SK8 TOUR
Skateboarding in Washington & Oregon 5 COED ROCK & RIVER:
Climb & Raft in Canada
Bring your boards, helmets and sleeping bags as we visit skate parks Journey to Squamish, BC for a week of climbing and rafting. Learn
around the Northwest and sleep under the stars. You will get to enjoy techniques like rapelling, belaying, bouldering and more. Sleep under
the concrete and the outdoors. Have fun on your personalized SK8 stars near Shannon Falls. Backpack to the beautiful Joffre Lakes
Tour. Yes, you get to help choose the parks! We will visit locations before navigating your raft down the Thompson River. You will take on
such as Lincoln City, Hood River, Battle Ground, Newberg and more. the Frog, Jaws, The Washboard and more rapids!
AGES: Boys & Girls Grades 6-8 in Fall 2015 AGES: Boys Grades 8-12 in Fall 2015
DATES: July 6 - 10 DATES: August 11 - 18
FEES: $350 YMCA Members FEES: $450 YMCA Members
$400 Program Members (Annual Program Member fee is $20) $500 Program Members (Annual Program Member fee is $20)
Deposit is $50 (applies to fee) Deposit is $50 (applies to fee)
3 GIRLS HORSEBACK ADVENTURE:
Horseback Riding along Oregon Coast
We will travel to the Oregon Coast and ride along the trails and
beaches. No experience necessary. Beach life will be part of every day
activities. Climb the sand dunes and check out the beautiful views.
Bring your camping skills or learn them as we pitch tents and build
campfires nightly. Make new friends and discover your potential
AGES: Girls Grades 6-12 in Fall 2015
DATES: July 20 - 24
FEES: $400 YMCA Members
$450 Program Members (Annual Program Member fee is $20)
Deposit is $50 (applies to fee)
MEMBERSHIP
GIVES YOU MANY
OPPORTUNITIES
Youth Membership: $10/month
Teen Membership: $15/month
The benefits of membership include:
• Use of four YMCA Program Centers: Bellingham, Ferndale, Lynden & Sudden Valley
• Reduced fees on all YMCA classes, including camps
• Programming for all ages
• Many free adult fitness classes
• Open swim, gym, dodgeball, pickleball,
volleyball and basketball
• Free climb time on the Climbing Wall
• Water Fitness classes
Program Membership: $20/year.
Suggested supplies for camp programs:
Backpack
Change of
Clothes Swim Suit
Plastic Bag
What not to for Wet Water Bottle
bring to camp: Swim Suit & with Water
Towel
Money
Personal Electronics
Cell Phones Bug Spray Towel
Toys from home
Candy or Soda Sun Block SPF 30+How to Register
Pick up registration forms from the Bellingham, Ferndale, Lynden or Sudden Valley YMCAs or
download forms at www.whatcomymca.org:
1. Forms Needed:
Registration Form (Front/Back)
Current Immunization Records (For Discovery Camp & Y’s Kids Summer Enrichment Only)
Parent Handbook
2. Bring completed forms to the Business Desk at one of our YMCA Program Centers.
3. Pay deposits/monthly fee, registration fee or membership as applicable.
4. Pay remaining balances due according to financial policies in the parent handbook.
No child will be enrolled without complete forms and proper fees paid in full.
YMCA Financial Assistance is available for all YMCA programs based on financial need.
Applications are available at any YMCA branch or on-line. DSHS payments are only accepted for
Y’s Kids Summer Enrichment and Discovery Camp monthly sign-up.
YOU SPOKE, WE LISTENED
MEMORIES THAT LAST A LIFETIME
NEW THIS SUMMER!
Testimonials from parents of last year’s campers:
• Y’S Kids Enrichment field trip day will be
moved from Friday. • Positive reinforcement and support is provided on a
• Adventure Camp will be providing morning regular basis. You have quality staff that truly care.
snacks.
• She has really enjoyed this summer program and really
• All programs will incorporate community bonded with a lot of the counselors and made a lot of
service projects. new friends.
• He is gaining self-confidence by doing activities that are
new and challenging.
• As a family we know that the environment at day
camp is amazing and we see huge growth and maturity
changes at the end of every summer.
• My daughter loves summer camp. She comes out smiling
every day and has thanked me for signing her up and
paying for camp, she says it was ‘the best summer ever’.WHATCOM FAMILY YMCA NONPROFIT ORG.
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and values, make lifelong friends and be Readers
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Discovery Camp • • •
Y’s Kids Summer Enrichment • • • • • •
Adventure Camp • • • • •
Girls on the Run Camp (grades 3-6) • •
Trail Blazers Summer Camp (grades 3-6) • •
Girls on Track Camp (grades 6-8) • •
Junior Counselor Program (ages 13-18) • • • •
Teen Xtreme Camp • • •
BOLD/GOLD Adventures • • • • •
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