Blaze New Trails This Summer: 2020 Frost Valley YMCA Summer Day Camps

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FROST VALLEY YMCA SUMMER DAY CAMPS

OPEN HOUSES APRIL 26

MAY 17 JUNE 7

Frost Valley YMCA Day Camp Frost Valley YMCA offers a safe, fun, affordable Day Camp for children living in our local communities as well as families staying in the area for the summer. Our Day Camp activities are based on healthy, hands-on activities that help children grow in spirit, mind and body, as well as embrace the 8 core values of Frost Valley YMCA: caring, community, diversity, honesty, inclusiveness, respect, responsibility, and stewardship.

Frost Valley YMCA’s programs focus on building and maintaining healthy lifestyles that reflect the interests and needs of a dynamic community. We offer a range of options for children in pre-school through grade 10. We ensure enjoyable camping and recreational experiences for each child. Camp groups are coed and are divided into groups by age and grade. We offer nutritious lunch and snack options daily at no extra charge.

Our counselors, who provide constant supervision and positive role modeling, are what make Frost Valley’s summer camp meaningful. Many are former campers who know our camp culture and are excited to share its traditions. Counselors complete extensive training in our policies and procedures, which stress health and safety first, in a fun environment. All Frost Valley staff and volunteers undergo criminal background checks and are scanned against the National Sex Offender Registry.

In compliance with NY State Health Department and ACA regulations, we maintain an impressive staff-to-camper ratio of an average of 1:5 for our explorers program, 1:8 for day campers and 1:4 for our horse programs.

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REGISTER FOR A 2-WEEK SESSION AND SAVE!

SESSION DATES SESSION 1 (2 weeks) JUN 29 - JUL 10 SESSION 1a (1 week)

JUN 29 - JUL 3

SESSION 1b (1 week)

JUL 6 - 10

SESSION 2 (2 weeks) JUL 13 - 24 SESSION 2a (1 week)

JUL 13 - 17

SESSION 2b (1 week)

JUL 20 - 24

SESSION 3 (2 weeks) JUL 27 - AUG 7 SESSION 3a (1 week)

JUL 27 - 31

SESSION 3b (1 week)

AUG 3 - 7

SESSION 4 (2 weeks) AUG 10 - 21 SESSION 4a (1 week)

AUG 10 - 14

SESSION 4b (1 week)

AUG 17 - 21

SESSION 5 (1 week)

AUG 24 - 28

How To Register

Day Camp Contact Info

1. REGISTER ONLINE at frostvalley.org

DAY CAMP INQUIRIES: Marina Esteve Wagstaff, Day Camp Director 845-985-2291, ext 323 daycamp@frostvalley.org

2. REGISTER BY PHONE Call us at (845) 985-2291, ext 306.

3. EMAIL US Email daycamp@frostvalley.org with questions or to receive registration forms by mail.

Jessie Emmons, Youth Development and Innovation Director 845-985-2291, ext 305 jemmons@frostvalley.org

4. REGISTER BY MAIL You can mail your deposits and camp forms. Download our brochure and registration forms from our website: frostvalley.org.

REGISTRATION & FINANCIAL INFO: Day Camp Registrar 845-985-2291, ext 306 daycamp@frostvalley.org HEALTH CENTER: Dawn D’Auria, Health Care Administrator 845-985-2291, ext 225 ddauria@frostvalley.org

5. CAMP TOUR Call (845) 985-2291 to schedule a private tour.

6. FAX FORMS to (845) 985-7925

CALL US ABOUT PAYMENT PLANS

Medical Forms Online For your convenience, Frost Valley uses “Camp Docs” for all camper medical forms. Once your camper is registered, you will receive an email from Camp Docs with a link to submit your medical forms. Please check your email for this link, as Camp Docs applies a late charge for all forms not submitted two weeks prior to your camper’s session.

Documentation of two doses of the MMR vaccine or proof of immunity is required (with rare exceptions) by the Department of Health in several counties. This applies to campers, staff, and volunteers. If you have any questions, please contact our healthcare administrator at 845-985-2291 ext. 232

Financial Aid Our goal is to make Frost Valley YMCA Day Camp affordable for everyone through camperships. Please visit frostvalley. org to download a Financial Assistance Application or email daycamp@frostvalley.org for more information.

As a 501(c)3 charitable organization we rely on the support of our donor community to help to provide this crucial financial assistance and to continue to advance our programs and services. For more information or to make a gift, please visit www.frostvalley.org/donate Find information on New York State charities by calling the Attorney General’s Office at 1-800-771-7755 or visit www.CharitiesNYS.com

“My child really enjoyed being outdoors, hiking, climbing, and swimming.” - CAMPER PARENT

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DAY CAMPS Explorers* Entering Pre-K & K (min. age 4) Available Sessions 1-4 Program Fee: 1 Week: $219, 2 Week: $299 The Explorers program is Day Camp for our youngest campers. Campers will participate in small hikes, daily access to our supervised waterfront, games and camp crafts. Explorers get to experience all that camp has to offer at a fun but relaxing pace! *Children must be toilet trained.

Pathfinders Entering Grades 1-5 Available Sessions 1-4 Program Fee: 1 Week: $219, 2 Week: $299 Campers in our Pathfinder program get the opportunity to experience camp with others similar in age.

Pathfinders get to participate in a camper’s choice specialty program, sports or physical activity, hikes, camp crafts, ropes elements, archery, Healthy Teaching Kitchen, daily trips to our waterfront and so much more each day. Pathfinders, with the guidance of our Day Camp staff, will get the opportunity to make and foster new friendships, learn new skills, explore the outdoors, and so much more.

Inclusion Program* Entering Grades 1-5 Available Sessions 1-4 Program Fee: 1 Week: $219, 2 Week: $299 Our Inclusion Program provides children with physical and developmental disabilities the opportunity to experience the outdoors, create long-lasting friendships and participate in our popular Summer Day Camp programs. Our Inclusion Program strives to create awareness about the strengths of individuals with differing abilities and the possibilities that inclusion can bring by celebrating differences. Our dedicated inclusion staff are experienced and responsible individuals committed to providing a unique and positive experience for every child. *Children must be toilet trained.

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“My son is always engaged and excited to go to camp because Frost Valley offers a wide variety of activities for him to enjoy. Never a dull moment and he gets to meet kids and people from different walks of life, different areas and different interests.” - CAMPER PARENT

Build Strong Boys Boys Entering Grades 1-3 Available Sessions 1 & 3 2 Week Program Fee: $299 Build Strong Boys is a program that focuses on our younger male campers who are still developing their individuality. This program provides campers the opportunity to explore their personality, build strong positive friendships, and gain confidence.

This program will include mindfulness practices, teambuilding, exploration, activities and conversation around becoming a well-rounded person.

Growing Strong Girls Girls Entering Grades 1-3 Available Sessions 2 & 4 2 Week Program Fee: $299 This unique female only program provides girls the ideal atmosphere to express themselves free of peer pressure, set and achieve personal goals and explore leadership. With the guidance of a positive role model, campers will have the opportunity to discover new interests, practice mindfulness, and build confidence. This program will include mindfulness practices, teambuilding, exploration, activities and conversation around becoming a well-rounded person.

Farm Day Camp Entering Grades K-7 Available Session 5 1 Week Program Fee: $219 Limited Bus Transportation Enjoy a week on Frost Valley’s 515 acre working farm tending to our barn full of animals, harvesting crops from our bountiful garden, enjoying a wide array of traditional camp activities and gaining a stronger appreciation for what it means to be a steward of the earth.

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’TWEEN & TEEN PROGRAMS ’Tween

NEW: Teen Leadership

Entering Grades 6-7 Available Sessions 1a, 1b, 2a, 2b, 3a, 3b, 4a, 4b 1 Week Program Fee: $236

Entering Grades 8-9 Available Sessions 1, 2, 3, 4 2 Week Program Fee: $415

In addition to all the traditional camp activities, Tweens will have the opportunity to experience our many adventure and ropes courses like the Zipline, the Giant Swing, and Glider.

Teens in our leadership program will spend time making friends, but will also spend time learning about themselves through programs that promote diversity, inclusion, stewardship and community.

Campers will participate in teambuilding activities, mindfulness, general camp fun and so much more. Campers will get to spend time fostering strong relationships, while also giving back to their Frost Valley Community. Campers will participate in two off-site trips and an overnight.

NEW: ’Tween Leadership Entering Grades 6-7 Available Sessions 1, 2, 3, 4 2 Week Program Fee: $350 Tween Leaders will get the opportunity to participate in regular camp activities, but also in leadership development. Campers can participate in community service initiatives around Frost Valley and in the local community. Tweens will develop social-emotional skills, work on different ways to express themselves, participate in general camp activities and so much more. Campers will spend time learning about Diversity and Inclusion practices, while helping to build and give back to a community within Frost Valley. Campers will go on one off-site trip and an overnight.

Counselor in Training Entering Grade 10 Available Sessions 1, 2, 3, 4 2 Week Program Fee: $425 (fee includes transportation) CiTs get to work alongside our Day Camp staff and leadership to learn the basics of becoming a Youth Development Professional at Frost Valley. CiTs are given camper groups to spend their days with where they will help plan and lead activities while learning about safety and risk management, creativity, and organization.

This is a great program to get an idea of what it is like to be a camp counselor at Frost Valley. CiTs are also invited to our week-two overnight with the Teens and Tweens!

If you are interested in our Wrangler in Training program, please email

“My daughter loves going!”

- CAMPER PARENT

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HORSE CAMPS Hoof-Beats

Pony Camp

Entering Grades 2-5 Available Sessions 1, 2, 3, 4 Program Fee: $445

Entering Grades Pre-K-2 (min. age 4) Available Session 5 Program Fee: $295 Limited Bus Transportation

Hoof-Beats is a two-week specialty day camp program for youth who want to spend time with horses. Campers will spend half of each day at the barn riding and learning all about horse health and care. They will have the chance to truly connect with a horse and gain a sense of ownership throughout the session. The remainder of the day will be spent doing other traditional camp activities including: arts & crafts, swimming, boating, and games. Designed for campers of all skill levels.

Saddle Up Entering Grades 6-10 Available Sessions 1, 2, 3, 4 Program Fee: $445

This is a one-week camp designed to give younger campers the chance to spend time with horses. Each day, campers enjoy pony rides and learn about grooming, horse care, and how much fun horses can be. Horsey crafts, treats, and games make this a week to remember. Campers will also go to the waterfront and play games each day. Designed for campers with little or no horse experience.

1-Week Try-It

Saddle Up is a two-week horse day camp program for campers that are looking to progress with their riding skills. Campers will spend half the day riding horses in the arena, on trails and caring for them. Saddle Up campers will also get the chance to experience more of our high ropes elements! Designed for campers of all skill levels.

Western Adventures Entering Grades 7-11 Available July 13 - August 7 (4-week program) Program Fee: $890 Campers who are looking to really progress and improve their riding skills and horsemanship abilities should join us for this program. They will enjoy presentations and guest speakers to give them a more in-depth look at the variety of ways in which horses are used. This is designed as a four-week progression-based program and campers will learn new skills each week. Highlights include: creating, practicing and performing a drill team, a horse trail ride to an overnight site, advanced anatomy lessons, bareback riding, vaulting & driving. Western Adventurers will still enjoy waterfront and a few traditional camp activities, however, the focus of the program will be horses! Previous horse experience required! Campers must have director’s approval prior to registration.

Entering Grades 2-10 Available Session 5 Program Fee: $295 Limited Bus Transportation Designed for campers of all skill levels. This one-week try it horse day camp is a specialty day camp program for campers who want to experience horses this summer!

Campers will spend half of each day at the barn riding and learning all about horse health and care, and the other half of the day participating in other traditional activities including: swimming, boating, hiking, climbing, archery, sports, games and much more!

It’s a great way to ease into horse programs while still participating in traditional camp activities!

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SPECIALTY CAMPS* FOR GRADES 1-2

to time spent working on their specialty, campers will also spend a portion of their day participating in traditional camp activities.

Sports Sampler

NEW: Little Planters

Available Session 1a, Fee: $225

Available Session 3a, Fee: $225

Get ready to run, jump and play! With all the great sports and games Frost Valley has to offer, your camper will be active all day long. Kickball, Kan JamÂŽ, Gaga Ball, Floor Hockey, and Capture the Flag are just the start to what is sure to be an exciting week!

Does your camper have a green thumb?

Campers will learn about where our food comes from by spending a lot of quality time in our Garden. They will also take a trip to our Educational Farm, and start a little garden of their own.

Secret Agents

NEW: Center Stage

Available Session 1b, Fee: $225

Available Session 3b, Fee: $225

Our newest class of Secret Agents will earn their stripes by completing daily missions that can include wilderness survival and awareness, writing and breaking codes and mastering the art of disguise!

Get theatrical with Center Stage! Campers will pick a small play, set the stage, design the costumes, and perform on stage for their fellow campers!

Fun with Food Available Session 2a, Fee: $225 Campers will get to try their hand at a number of basic recipes, learn where their food comes from, and how food can be for more than just eating!

Shoot for the Stars!

Available Session 2b, Fee: $225 Spend the week learning about the stars, the sky, and all things outer space. Build a rocket, spend some time in our observatory, and make your own star chart.

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Fish, Frogs & Amphibians Available Session 4a, Fee: $225 Campers will explore nature, build secret forts, hunt for frogs and other wild amphibians, take a mud hike and learn to fish on Lake Cole!

Mini-Monet Available Session 4b, Fee: $225 Roll up your sleeves and let your imagination soar! Campers will enjoy watercolors, nature collages, beginner pottery, an introduction to acrylic painting and more!

“Getting my kids out of their comfort zones, adventuring into new things with new friends was great!” - CAMPER PARENT

FOR GRADES 3-5 Inventor’s Workshop

Ultimate Survivor

Available Session 1a, Fee: $225

Available Session 3a, Fee: $225

Create, Build and Discover! Campers will embrace their curiosity as they tackle a number of hands-on, STEM-based activities that can include homemade bottle rockets, creating spinning tops, making slime, racing homemade cars and more!

Campers will learn survival skills in the rugged Catskill wilderness including: shelter building, orienteering, fire building, fishing, and outdoor cooking.

Sports of All Sorts Available Session 1b, Fee: $225 Lace up your sneakers and come enjoy all the great sports that camp has to offer! Dodgeball, Gaga Ball, Soccer, Frisbee Golf, Field Hockey and even Cricket are just a few of the exciting games your camper will enjoy!

Picture This!

Available Session 2a, Fee: $225 Campers will get the opportunity to try out Digital Photography!

With a camera in hand, campers will explore camp and document it through their camera lens. Campers will get to learn basic photography while also getting a photo to take home at the end of the week.

NEW: Wilderness Adventure Available Session 3b, Fee: $225 This new program is perfect for the camper who loves to explore and try new things! Campers will be able to test their courage on the climbing wall, work on teamwork at our low ropes course, and learn how to cook over an open fire. They will also explore the beauty of nature hiking on Frost Valley’s many trails and learn basic outdoor living skills.

Artist’s Showcase Available Session 4a, Fee: $225 Calling all budding artists! From screen printing and paper mâché to acrylic painting and pottery, creative activities will be hands-on as campers learn new art mediums and fun techniques every day!

Mountain Toppers Available Session 4b, Fee: $225 Strap on your hiking shoes and get ready to rack up some serious steps! High Falls and Devil’s Hole are just the start of a great week of fun and challenging hikes. Campers will also spend their week trekking through the trails of the Catskills.

Mini Chef Available Session 2b, Fee: $225 Spend the week in our Healthy Teaching Kitchen learning to make new recipes and trying out healthy twists on old favorites!

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TRANSPORTATION Bus Schedule & Fees

Personal Vehicle

1-Week Session: $75 2-Week Session: $110 Campers utilizing this service should be at their pick-up point 5-10 minutes before schedule. Parents must wait with their children and must be at return points when the bus arrives. A Frost Valley YMCA staff member will supervise the release of all campers. If you miss the return, please proceed to the next stop. If you missed us altogether, please proceed to the Rolling V Bus Garage in Neversink on Route 55. For Bus 3 and 4, your child will be returned to the Frost Valley YMCA Welcome Center. Campers will wait with a staff member until they are picked up. For the safety of all concerned, discipline problems on any vehicle will not be tolerated and may result in termination from using the bus or the program.

LOCATION Day Camp Tent

Drop-Off / Pick-Up 9:00am / 4:00pm

Bus Routes for Sessions 1-4b BUS 1

Pick-Up / Return

Kiamesha Lanes Liberty Elementary School Neversink Bus Garage Claryville Church

7:40am / 5:20pm 8:00am / 5:00pm 8:20am / 4:40pm 8:40am / 4:30pm

BUS 2 Ellenville Elementary School 7:45am / 5:30pm Woodbourne Church 8:05am / 5:10pm Neversink Town Hall, Grahamsville 8:25am / 4:50pm BUS 3 Margaretville Elementary School 8:05am / 5:15pm Peabody Pet & Feed, Fleischmanns 8:20am / 5:00pm Big Indian Park 8:30am / 4:50pm BUS 4 St. Frances Church, Phoenicia

8:05am / 5:00pm

Bus Routes for Sessions 5

“My kids are happy and learned new things while making new friends.”

- CAMPER PARENT

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BUS 1

Pick-Up / Return

Monticello Gov’t Center (Back Parking Lot) Liberty Elementary School Neversink Bus Garage Neversink Town Hall Claryville Church

7:45am / 5:15pm 8:00am / 5:00pm 8:20am / 4:45pm 8:35am / 4:30pm 8:50am / 4:15pm

BUS 2 Margaretville Elementary School Big Indian Park

7:50am / 5:10pm 8:10am / 4:50pm

OTHER PROGRAMS Campership Program Join Frost Valley YMCA in providing “camperships” (scholarships) to children who would not otherwise be able to attend. Contact us at (845) 985-2291 or donate online: frostvalley.org/donate Find information on New York State charities by calling the Attorney General’s Office at 1-800-771-7755 or visit www.CharitiesNYS.com

Tokyo Homestay Program For Local Families The Tokyo-Frost Valley YMCA Partnership sponsors a homestay program every year.

Families are needed to host Japanese children August 8 - 9, 2020. Participating families receive a stipend for each child for the weekend for food and provisions. If you are interested in hosting one or more children, or would like more information, please contact tokyopr@frostvalley.org.

USAI Fellowships Cultural Immersion Program for Local Families USAI is a local not-for-profit organization offering fellowships to attend Frost Valley YMCA Day Camp for free to families interested in participating in their international cultural immersion program. Local families benefit from this program as they welcome into their home an international student. In return, both the international students and our local kids benefit from the opportunity to learn about each other’s cultures while attending Day Camp together.

If you would like to find out more about the USAI-Frost Valley YMCA Day Camp Fellowship, please call USAI at (845) 688-2434. You can also contact them at info@usaimmersion.org.

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Frost Valley YMCA is a values-driven organization that fosters youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility through outdoor educational and recreational programs for all.

Mission Statement:

April 26, 2020: 10:30am–1pm May 17, 2020: 12:30pm–3pm June 7, 2020: 12:30pm–3pm Join us for an Open House to learn more about our Summer Day Camp Programs. There will be a presentation, Q&A, lunch and camp crafts. If you cannot make it, contact us to schedule a private tour. Call (845) 985-2291 ext. 306 or email daycamp@frostvalley.org for information and reservations

Open Houses

Join us for a FREE, fun-filled day of activities designed to promote healthy kids and families.

April 26, 2020: 1-4pm, Free for all ages!

Healthy Kids Day

April 6-10, 2020 for kids ages 4-16 4-Days: $165/camper 5-Days: $190/camper Daily activities include hiking, sports, crafts, climbing, a trip to a local pool, and much more. Price includes lunch and snacks. Transportation is available for an additional fee.

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*Frost Valley YMCA won a River Reporter Readers’ Choice Award for Best Kids’ Camp!

FOR THE BEST KIDS’ CAMP*

REGISTER TODAY 2000 Frost Valley Road Claryville, NY 12725 TEL 845-985-2291 EMAIL info@frostvalley.org WEB frostvalley.org

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