2024 Summer Camp Guide

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WELCOME TO YMCA CAMP!

At the MetroWest YMCA summer camp, every day is a new adventure! Our camps offer over 30 programming options, including instructional and recreational swim. We provide a camp experience that encourages our core values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility, all while providing a safe, supportive environment where your child can learn and grow.

OURMISSION

The Y is a charitable organization that nurtures the potential of every youth and teen, improves the health andwell-beingofMetroWestresidents,andgivesbacktothecommunity.Forover50years,theMetroWest YMCAhassupportedcampers’well-beingandprovidedopportunitiesthattheycancarrywiththemforlife. WeserveAshland,Framingham,Holliston,Hopkinton,Natick,Sherborn,Sudbury,Wayland,andbeyond!

Why the Y?

Swim lessons, recreational swim, or water play in each camp.

30+ program options designed to support your child’s growth and development.

Dedicated inclusion staff and enhanced DEI and anti-bullying training.

Flexible one-week camp programs with optional AM/PM care.

Healthy lunch provided or available for purchase.

Transportation available to Hopkinton from 17 bus stops.

A camp experience that encourages our core values of caring, honesty, respect and responsibility.

Activities that highlight physical and social emotional fitness.

Multiple Family Fun Nights and themed weeks all summer.

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Y STEAM CAMP

Entering grades 1-6

Johnson Elementary School

99 South Main Street, Natick, MA 01760

Summer learning camp that focuses on traditional camp activities, plus, Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math. Swim lessons at Clearbrook Swim Club.

STEPPING STONES

PreK (age 4)-entering K (age 5)

Early Learning Center

282 Old Connecticut Path, Framingham, MA 01701

Stepping Stones Camp is a YMCA Early Learning Center program led by EEC Preschool Certified Educators and licensed by the Department of Early Education and Care (EEC).

CAMP CLEARBROOK

Entering grades 1-6

Clearbrook Swim Club

120 Parker Road, Framingham, MA 01702

A flexible program featuring activities such as swim lessons, recreational swim, arts & crafts, social-emotional learning (SEL), traditional camp games, and sports.

HOPKINTON SUMMER CAMP

Ages 3 - entering grade 10

YMCA Outdoor Center

45 East Street, Hopkinton, MA 01748

Traditional and specialty camps offering sports, adventure, nature, instructional and recreational swim and more on a 122-acre campus. Transportation available: 17 bus stops throughout the MetroWest!

CAMP OCP

Entering grades 1-8

Framingham Branch

280 Old Connecticut Path, Framingham, MA 01701

Summer learning camp offering traditional camp activities, STEM, English Language Arts, and 21st Century Skills. Includes swim lessons and field trips.

NINJA SPORTS CAMP

Entering grades 1-6

Framingham Branch

280 Old Connecticut Path, Framingham, MA 01701

Campers will learn teamwork, gain exposure to different sports, and accomplish new things each week. Activities include a NInja Course, swimming, arts & crafts, and gaga ball.

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FIND YOUR SUMMER FUN!

CAMPS PAGE

New to the Y? Start Here.

Welcome! We are so glad you are considering the MetroWest YMCA for your child’s summer adventures. In this guide, you will learn more about our six camps (four in Framingham, one in Natick, and one in Hopkinton).

We encourage you to join as a member, not just for special pricing, but so you and your family can enjoy the YMCA year-round. Learn about member benefits on page 4.

When you are ready, you can register online or inperson at the Framingham Branch or Hopkinton Outdoor Center. If you register online, you will need to create an account with us before you purchase your camp program.

SAVE THE DATE

January 15: Camp Registration for Members

February 1: Camp Registration for Community

January 18: Camp Info Session - Outdoor Center, 6:30 PM - 7:00 PM in the Admin Building

February 3: Camp Info Session - Framingham

June 24: First Day of Camp!

Fun for the whole family!

All camps offer Family Fun Nights so your whole family can experience the fun of camp! These events are offered throughout the summer. Check your specific camp for dates.

Online Parent Resources:

Please visit our website to watch convenient “how to” videos that tell you what to expect and show you how to create an account and register online.

We believe that all kids deserve an opportunity to discover their strengths under the guidance of caring adults who believe in them. Financialassistanceisavailable.

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Join as a Member!

YOU BELONG HERE

At the Y, your family will make new friends and have tons of fun as they learn, play, and grow. With opportunities to connect with neighbors and give back to your community, you may even discover a greater sense of purpose, too.

Become a member and receive special member pricing on summer camps and seasonal programs! Join at the Framingham Branch Family Level and you will get access to both the Framingham Branch and the Hopkinton Outdoor Center.

FRAMINGHAM BRANCH:

Seasonal classes in aquatics, fitness, sports, enrichment for all ages

FREE unlimited Group Exercise classes - 60 per week!

FREE supervised child watch

Family Open Swim and Family Open Gym

Wellness Center, gymnasium, indoor pool, turf space, café, sauna

HOPKINTON OUTDOOR CENTER:

Seasonal classes in outdoor adventure, sports, cooking, art, nature FREE weekly archery, rock climbing, and pickleball

Outdoor pool, hiking trails, sports fields, archery range, cricket pitch, and new pickleball/tennis courts coming this spring!

Special family events

MEMBERSHIPS & CAMP FEES

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Family Members (Best Value!): If you have a family membership through the Framingham Branch, you will receive the family rate on all camps and priority registration dates All MetroWest YMCA Framingham Branch Family Members have full access to the Framingham Branch facility and the Outdoor Center! To see a full list of benefits, including member pricing on seasonal programs, more than 60 free group exercise classes a week, special member events, and facility amenities, visit metrowestymca org/membership

Youth/Teen Memberships: Youth/Teen Memberships will pay the youth rate for summer camps. Your child will also receive youth member rates for all programs at both the Framingham Branch and Outdoor Center OC, Family Swim Club, and OC Member benefits are not included. Please note, Outdoor Center Members will be eligible for the Youth/Teen Rate on camp.

Non-members: You do not need to have a membership to participate in YMCA camps and programs. Non-members are welcome to register for specific programs, like camps or youth sports. There is no monthly fee for this type of account, and you do not have access to any YMCA facility except for during the programs you might register.

Camp Fees: To receive the member rate for camp sessions, your child must have an active membership with the MetroWest YMCA from the time of registration through the end of the month they’re participating in camp. Memberships that are canceled prior to this date will be charged the non-member rate.

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HOPKINTON SUMMER DAY CAMP

The Hopkinton Summer Day Camp offers 122-acres of nature, sports, adventure, swimming, and more! Your child will develop new skills and build confidence through unique activities like the ropes course, all in a safe environment that focuses on our core values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility.

Amenitiesincluded:

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RecreationLodgewithindoor climbingwalls

Outdoorclimbingstructures

High&lowropescourse

Six-cablezip-zapcircuit

Shoreline&boatlaunch ontheAshlandReservoir

Add-ons:

Outdoor pool

Multiple sports fields

New basketball and pickleball courts

Batting cage

Cricket pitch

Onsite garden

Commercial kitchen

Woodland stream and pond

Choice and variety of daily activities, including high ropes, rock climbing, sports, arts & crafts, nature hikes, and boating on the Ashland Reservoir

Gorgeous 122-acre property and amenities, including multiple sports fields, wooded trails, a large Recreation Lodge, and an outdoor swimming pool complex

Transportation available at 17 bus stops throughout the MetroWest

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TRADITION

One-week sessions offered all weeks

Each day campers participate in traditional camp activities that promote physical development, social interaction, and personal growth. All Traditional Camps include daily instructional swim Monday-Thursday and recreational swim throughout the week

MPS

One-week sessions offered per schedule

Ages 3 - entering grade 2

Scamper Camp: Age 3 - entering Kindergarten

Camp Carol: Entering grade 1

Camp Bob O Link: Entering grade 2

JUNIOR UNIT MIDDLER UNIT

Entering grades 3-5

Explorers: Entering grade 3

Bob White: Entering grades 4 & 5

SENIOR UNIT

Entering grades 6-9

Adventure: Entering grades 6 & 7

Adventure Plus: Entering grades 8 & 9

LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT

Leaders-in-Training (LIT) Entering grades 7 & 8

Counselors-in-Training (CIT) Entering grades 9 & 10

Special Fun

Each week, campers will enjoy a large group activity that relates to the weekly theme. For example, during Olympics Sports week, the Middlers may have an Olympic Game Festival. Fridays at camp are themed dress-up days!

Weekly Themes

Week 1: Disney and Dreamworks

Week 2: Holidays, Holidays, Holidays

Week 3: Dinosaurs, Sharks, Dragons & Unicorns

Week 4: Olympics Sports Week

Week 5: Camp Spirit Throwdown

Week 6: Superheroes Villians Academy

Week 7: Beach Bash

Week 8: Wild & Wacky

Closing Week (week 9): Pirates, Princesses, Penguins, Polar Bears, & PJs Adventures

Specialty Camps are designed to give campers a unique experience in a specific area of interest Campers spend 2.5-3 hours involved in projects, hands-on activities, and games that broaden their understanding and knowledge of their specialty camp’s theme They also participate in recreational swim and traditional camp activities, such as archery, boating, or nature.

FOR JUNIOR UNIT

Art Creations (Grades 1 & 2)

Animal Adventures using LEGO® Materials (Grades 1 & 2)

LEGO® Coding (Grades 1 & 2)

Heels Down Horseback Riding Ranch Camp (Grades 2)

Rookies Sports Camp (Grades 1 & 2)

FOR MIDDLER UNIT

Art Explorations

Ceramics

Creative Kitchen

Theater: Improv Acting

Theater: Talent Show

Disney Musical Theater

Champs Sports Camp

Heels Down Horseback Riding & Ranch Camp

Pathfinders Wilderness Survival

Beginner Magic

Advanced Magic

Lego Flix with IncrediFlix

Live Action Flix with IncrediFlix

Special Effect Movie Flix

Minecraft vs Roblox Flix

Pokemon Lego Engineering

Minecraft Lego Engineering

Bash’em Bots

FOR SENIOR UNIT

All-Stars Sports Camp

Wilderness Skills

Heels Down Horseback Riding & Ranch Camp

Theater Talent Show

Disney Musical Theater

Adventure Warriors

Beginner Magic

Advanced Magic

Ceramics

Lego Flix with IncrediFlix

Live Action Flix with IncrediFlix

Special Effect Movie Flix

Minecraft vs Roblox Flix

Creative Kitchen

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JUNIOR UNIT

TRADITIONAL CAMP

8 weeks: June 24 - August 16

One-week sessions all weeks

Closing Week: August 19 - 23

Age 3 - entering grade 2

Our Junior campers enjoy a special camp experience within a close-knit group of children and a staff-to-camper ratio of 1:5.

Junior campers get introduced to the wonders of camp and the outdoors. Their experience will include all the traditional fun of camp, like arts & crafts, outdoor games, and nature walks, along with instructional swim lessons and supervised recreational swim. They will also be introduced to age-appropriate elements of our archery, climbing, and ropes programs

Campers in this program are taught the importance of friendship, teamwork, and community. You will be amazed at your camper’s social, emotional, and physical growth during their time with us

Closing Week:

The Closing Week experience will include all of the traditional fun of camp, like arts & crafts, outdoor games, and nature walks, supervised recreational swim, and age-appropriate adventures on the lower ropes challenge course in the Junior Play Space. Staff develop end-of-summer themed activities to make this week special!

Scamper Camp

Age 3 - entering Kindergarten

Camp Carol

Entering grade 1

CampBob-O-Link

Entering grade 2

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SPECIALTY CAMPS

Rookies Sports Camp

Entering grades 1-2

One-week sessions: Weeks 1-8

Art Creations

Entering grades 1-2

One-week sessions: Weeks 3, 5, 7, 8

Campers will learn the values of teamwork, fair play, respect, and hard work while being exposed to various sports, like soccer, basketball, street hockey, gaga ball, badminton, disc golf, lacrosse, wiffle ball, and more. The focus is on fun, skill development, and playing time They will also participate in traditional camp activities such as high and low ropes, archery, and swimming.

Animal Adventures using LEGO® Materials

Entering grades 1-2 (must also be at least 7 years-old)

One-week sessions: Week 1

Let your imagination run wild with tens of thousands of LEGO® parts as we design and build leaping dolphins, buzzing beehives, and towering giraffes. Play, create, and learn in a world inspired by the animal kingdom. Design and build as never before and explore your craziest ideas

LEGO® Coding

Entering grades 1-2 (must also be at least 7 years-old)

One-week sessions: Week 1

Build and program robots using the LEGO® Spike Prime® system Learn basic programming skills using a simple and visual block coding system that will allow kids to grasp new and diverse coding challenges. Build a variety of different robots using motors, sensors and lights that will make for a fun experience that incorporates both building with LEGO® and coding

In this program, we’ll try out many techniques such as acrylic painting, collaging, drawing, and layering. We’ll work with painting tools and everyday objects to learn how we can make art out of anything!

Heels Down Horseback Riding & Ranch Camp

Entering grades 2-8 (Must be age 7 by camp)

One-week sessions: Weeks 3-8

After a morning of traditional camp activities, campers will board the bus to Willow Brook Farm in Holliston to experience riding and ranch life. On M/W/F, campers will learn to ride on one of Willow Brook’s 30 horses in small group riding lessons with a trained instructor. Additionally, they’ll learn to lead, care for, tack, bathe, groom, and ride bareback. On Tu/Th, campers will learn to handle, feed, and care for goats, sheep, alpacas, donkeys, miniature horses, and more!

Willow Brook will supply a required ASTM riding helmet and riding boots for all campers. Campers must wear long pants/leggings for riding, socks, and closed-toed shoes/sneakers.

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MIDDLER UNIT

TRADITIONAL CAMP

8 weeks, June 24 - August 16

One-week sessions all weeks

Closing Week: August 19 - 23

Entering grades 3-5

Our Middler Unit offers campers the space, support, and opportunity for growth. Middlers are placed in groups with a staff-to-camper ratio of 1:10. Campers will enjoy traditional camp activities, including arts & crafts, nature exploration, sports, and outdoor games, as well as instructional swim lessons and supervised recreational swim They will also enjoy archery and expanded adventures on the high and low ropes course and canoeing on the Ashland Reservoir! We begin to see campers grow in selfconfidence as their independence shines through!

Closing Week:

The Closing Week experience will include all of the traditional fun of camp, like arts & crafts, outdoor games, nature walks, supervised recreational swim, and age-appropriate adventures on site Staff develop end-of-summer themed activities to make this week special!

Explorers

Entering grade 3

Entering Grades 4 & 5

SPECIALTY CAMPS

Champs Sports Camp

One-week sessions: Weeks 1-8

Campers will learn the values of teamwork, fair play, respect, and hard work while being exposed to various sports, like soccer, basketball, pickleball, street hockey, gaga ball, badminton, disc golf, lacrosse, wiffle ball, and cricket! The focus is on skills, drills, playing time, and introducing campers to athletic training concepts in a fun way. Campers will also participate in traditional camp activities such as high and low ropes, archery, and swimming.

Live Action Flix

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One-week sessions: Week 6

From Hopkinton to Hollywood! We are partnering with IncrediFlix to teach campers how to create, direct, film, act in a movie and more. Campers will leave having made an incredible movie and have the skills to make their own movies with friends. Movies will be emailed within a month after program completion.

LEGO® Flix

One-week sessions: Week 6

Work in groups to create a LEGO® set with LEGO® characters for a stop-motion movie! We are partnering with IncrediFlix to teach campers how to storyboard, shoot, and add voice-over. We will provide the LEGO® and movies will be mailed within a month after program completion.

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Creative Kitchen

One-week sessions: Weeks 3, 4, 6, & 8

Your camper will learn new skills and enjoy teamwork, creativity, as they practice STEM in the kitchen! We’ll use fresh produce from our onsite garden to prepare delicious recipes. Campers will learn kitchen safety and how to use equipment Parents with campers who have allergies are strongly encouraged to reach out to Karley, Director of Nutrition Education, at: kdoray@metrowestymca.org before registration.

the magic happen. All magic props will be supplied or constructed at each class Videos of famous magic performances will be shown and discussed as models of techniques and showmanship.

Minecraft Master Engineering Using LEGO® Materials

One-week sessions: Weeks 7 & 8

Bring your favorite Minecraft adventures to life with our enthusiastic Play-Well instructors. In a Minecraft world powered by LEGO® resources, we will build shelters to keep out Creepers, craft mystical items that only true masters can wield, and perfect our crossbow skills to stop the Wither from taking over! If you can imagine it, we can build it.

Pokémon Master Engineering Using LEGO® Materials

One-week sessions: Week 7

LEGO® Master, I choose you! In the race to be crowned the Ultimate Pokémon Champion, we need your help! Learn to build your favorite Pokémon, teach them special moves, and come face to face with the current champion in an epic battle for the title. Learn from our Play-Well Pokémon Masters so you can make it to the top!

Bash’em Bots Using LEGO® Materials

One-week sessions: Week 8

Design your custom LEGO® bot to take on any challenge. Mix and match designs, combine them with tools like drills, hammers, and battering rams, and spar with friends. Apply real-world engineering and physics concepts to help you overcome obstacles and spar your way to victory.

More on next page!

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Entering grades 3-5

SPECIALTY CAMPS (cont.)

Heels Down Horseback Riding & Ranch Camp

Entering grades: 2-8

One-week sessions: Weeks 3-8

Must be age seven by camp start to participate. After a morning of traditional camp activities, campers will board the bus to Willow Brook Farm in Holliston to experience riding and ranch life. On M/W/F, campers will learn to ride on one of Willow Brook’s 30 horses in small group riding lessons with a trained instructor Additionally, they’ll learn to lead, care for, tack, bathe, groom, and ride bareback. On Tu/Th, campers will learn to handle, feed, and care for goats, sheep, alpacas, donkeys, miniature horses, and more!

Willow Brook will supply a required ASTM riding helmet and riding boots for all campers. Campers must wear long pants/leggings for riding, socks, and closed-toed shoes/sneakers

Pathfinders Wilderness Survival

Entering grades: 3-5

One-week sessions: Weeks 3, 4, & 7

Each day will be a new adventure in our camp forest! Campers will learn basic safety and survival skills and will work as a team to practice using tools, gaining a greater understanding of our camp home! They’ll design and build basic shelters and forts such as ground-level forts, lean-toforts, leaf huts, and more! We will partner with Owl Eyes Wilderness Survival to offer this program.

Ceramics*

One-week sessions: Weeks 3 & 7

Campers will learn hand-building, sculpture techniques, and various ways to build structurally sound vessels and small to medium-sized sculptures. They will be able to paint their projects but will have to wait until they are glazed and fired in the kiln to pick up their projects *Wheel throwing won’t be taught.

Improv Acting*

One-week sessions: Week 5

Campers will explore theater through improvisational games and activities to build confidence, voice, and spatial awareness They’ll also gain basic acting skills individually and in a group setting YMCA Camp Staff will create a video of the weeks production for private sharing with the families registered.

Disney Musical Theater*

One-week sessions: Week 8

This fun camp will feature scenes and songs from the most popular Disney Musicals Students and the instructors will collaborate on creating a Disney Magical Revue to perform! YMCA Camp Staff will create a video of the weeks production for private sharing with the families registered

Talent Show Theater*

One-week sessions: Week 3

In the spirit of “America’s Got Talent”, students will explore, hone and select their talent (singing, playing an instrument, magic tricks, etc) to create a memorable talent show! YMCA Camp Staff will create a video of the weeks production for private sharing with the families registered.

Art Explorations*

One-week sessions: Weeks 4 & 6

In this program, we’ll try out many techniques such as acrylic painting, collaging, drawing, and layering. We’ll work with painting tools and everyday objects to learn how we can make art out of anything!

MIDDLER UNIT
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*Campers who attend these camps will board a bus and go to the Hopkinton Center for the Arts during their specialty session.

HOPKINTON SUMMER DAY CAMP SENIOR UNIT

Entering grades 6-9

TRADITIONAL CAMP

8 weeks: June 24 - August 16

Closing Week: August 19 - 23

Our Senior campers enjoy a special camp experience within a close-knit group of children and a staff-to-camper ratio of 1:10 Campers in this unit can take ownership of their camp experience through choice in their daily activities, which may include arts programming, sports, outdoor adventure, instructional swim lessons, and supervised recreational swimming They will have an opportunity to develop skills in archery; utilize all elements of the high and low ropes course, including specialty elements such as the zip-zap circuit and leap of faith; and enjoy canoeing, kayaking, and paddle boarding on the Ashland Reservoir Campers in this unit are taught the importance of friendship, teamwork, and community. You will be amazed at your camper’s social, emotional, and physical growth during their time with us.

Closing Week:

Closing Week will include all of the traditional fun of camp like arts & crafts, outdoor sports and games, nature walks, supervised recreational swim, and age-appropriate adventures around the Senior Unit. Staff develop end-ofsummer themed activities to make this week special!

Adventure

Entering grades 6 & 7

One-week sessions all weeks

Adventure Plus

Entering grades 8 & 9

One-week sessions all weeks

Campers in Adventure Plus will travel off-site for weekly field trips. They will learn valuable leadership skills by helping to run an activity for younger campers.

Leadership Programs: LITs & CITs

Entering grades 7 & 8 (LITs) and 9 & 10 (CITs) The MetroWest YMCA is excited to offer teens a camp experience designed to empower them as leaders, innovators, and changemakers. See page 14 for more information!

SPECIALTY CAMPS

Live Action Flix

One-week sessions: Week 6

Campers will be guided through the Hollywood process to create, direct, film, act, and more. You won’t just make an incredible movie, you’ll have the skills to make your own movies with friends Flix emailed within a month after program completion. We will partner with IncrediFlix to offer this program.

LEGO® Flix

One-week sessions: Week 6

We provide LEGOS®, you provide your imagination Work in groups to create a LEGO® set with LEGO® characters for a stop-motion movie you’ll storyboard, shoot, and add voice-overs. Flix emailed within a month after program completion We will partner with IncrediFlix to offer this program

Minecraft vs. Roblox Flix

One-week sessions: Week 3

We will partner with IncrediFlix so campers can create a Minecraft, Roblox, or mash-up MOVIE! Work in groups to create a stop-motion movie full of games or challenges for your character to overcome Campers will create sets, make Minecraft blocks, film, add cool effects, and do voice-overs! Flix emailed within a month after program completion.

Special Effect Movie Flix

One-week sessions: Week 3

Campers will get to direct, act, and add special effects while working in groups to create a movie that will surprise their friends and family. Flix emailed within a month after program completion We will partner with Incrediflix to offer this program

Wilderness Skills

One-week sessions: Weeks 4, 5, & 7

We’re partnering with Owl Eyes Wilderness Survival to teach campers basic wilderness survival skills. They’ll learn how to build a shelter, tie knots, build and start a fire with one match or flint and steel, purify water, as well as map and compass techniques, proper knot uses, and more.

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HOPKINTON SUMMER DAY CAMP SENIOR UNIT

Entering grades 6-9

SPECIALTY CAMPS (cont.)

Creative Kitchen

One-week sessions: Weeks 5 & 7

Your camper will learn new skills and enjoy teamwork, creativity, as they practice STEM in the kitchen! We’ll use fresh produce from our onsite garden to prepare delicious recipes. Campers will learn kitchen safety and how to use equipment. Parents with campers who have allergies are strongly encouraged to reach out to Karley, Director of Nutrition Education, at: kdoray@metrowestymca.org before registration.

Magic Camp - Beginners

One-week sessions: Week 4

Magician Pat Farenga will teach campers close-up magic using sleight of hand, theatrical skills, and other techniques Whether it’s a card trick, mind reading, or making something disappear, your camper will learn how to keep everyone entertained. At the end of the week, campers will showcase their magical skills for their fellow campers in a performance All magic props will be supplied or constructed at each class

Magic Camp - Advanced

One-week sessions: Week 5

Building on the skills learned in Beginners, this class explores more complex magic sleights and techniques, some of which require memorization and simple math. It also includes how to perform tricks for large audiences, basic stagecraft, and working as a team/assistant to make the magic happen All magic props will be supplied or constructed at each class. Videos of famous magic performances will be shown and discussed as models of techniques and showmanship

One-week sessions: Week 5

This workshop will focus on hand-building and sculpture techniques. Students will learn various ways to build structurally sound vessels and small to medium-sized sculptures Students will be able to paint their projects but will have to wait until they are glazed and fired in a kiln to pick up their projects. *Wheel throwing won’t be taught.

Disney Musical Theater*

One-week sessions: Week 8

This fun camp will feature scenes and songs from the most popular Disney Musicals. Students and the instructors will collaborate on creating a Disney Magical Revue to perform! YMCA Camp Staff will create a video of the weeks production for private sharing with the families registered

Talent Show Theater*

One-week sessions: Week 3

In the spirit of “America’s Got Talent”, students will explore, hone and select their talent (singing, playing an instrument, magic tricks, etc) to create a memorable talent show!

*Campers who attend these camps will board a bus and go to the Hopkinton Center for the Arts during their specialty session

All-Stars Sports Camp

One-week sessions: Weeks 1-8

Campers will learn the values of teamwork, fair play, respect, and hard work while being exposed to various sports. Our YMCA staff will instruct campers in soccer, basketball, pickleball, street hockey, gaga ball, badminton, disc golf, lacrosse, wiffle ball, and cricket! The focus is on fun, skills, drills, and playing time, where campers will be introduced to athletic training concepts in a fun way. They will also participate in traditional camp activities such as high and low ropes, archery, and swimming.

Heels Down Horseback Riding & Ranch Camp

One-week sessions: Weeks 3-8

Must be age seven by camp start to participate. After a morning of traditional camp activities, campers will board the bus to Willow Brook Farm in Holliston to experience riding and ranch life. On M/W/F, campers will learn to ride on one of Willow Brook’s 30 horses in small group riding lessons with a trained instructor Additionally, they’ll learn to lead, care for, tack, bathe, groom, and ride bareback. On Tu/Thu, campers will learn to handle, feed, and care for goats, sheep, alpacas, donkeys, miniature horses, and more!

Willow Brook will supply a required ASTM riding helmet and riding boots for all campers Campers must wear long pants/leggings for riding, socks, and closed-toed shoes/sneakers.

Adventure Warriors

Entering grades: 6-9

One-week sessions: Weeks 5 & 7

This program features day-trip excursions to local hot spots, including College Rock for natural rock-face bouldering and top-roping and Broad Meadow Brook for wildlife exploration

This specialty camp features three to four days (weatherdependent) spent off-site, with a day or two on campus to utilize the ropes course and archery range.

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TEEN CAMP / LEADERSHIP TRAINING

LEADERS IN TRAINING (LIT)

Entering grades 7 & 8

Hopkinton Summer Day Camp

Can only register for ONE 2-week session

The Leaders in Training program welcomes youth entering 7th and 8th grades who are interested in developing leadership skills The program emphasizes volunteerism and service learning, and has a staff-tocamper ratio of 1:10.

Leaders in Training (LITs) learn how to contribute to their camp community and gain skills to become active leaders They participate in team-building activities and develop the talents necessary to work with their peers, community, and younger children

A core feature of this program is a service project dedicated to the camp property. Last year, one of our groups designed and created a new slingshot range

About 30% of the time, LITs participate in traditional camp activities like sports, arts, and swimming. The LIT camp day also includes portions where they may lead a camp activity for our youngest campers or learn from a program specialist how they run their program area.

LIT Experience Highlights:

Being a leader at camp

Volunteering and service learning

Social-emotional learning including skill development in decision making, problem-solving, creating friendships, and team building

Focus on cultural awareness, diversity, equity, inclusion, and justice

Walk away with a strong work ethic that can apply to any leadership experience

Session Dates

Session 1: 7/8 - 7/19

Session 2: 7/22 - 8/2

Session 3: 8/5 - 8/16

LIT Application Process:

Register online for one LIT session

Complete

COUNSELORS IN TRAINING (CIT)

Entering grades 9 & 10

Hopkinton Summer Day Camp

Mandatory training week 1 or 2

Commit to four additional weeks

Counselors in Training (CITs) is for teens who want to be a part of a working team and leadership community CITs will be trained and supported to engage with younger campers, act as role models, and lead others. CITs must participate in a mandatory training week, either week 1 or week 2 Afterwards, CITs will assist counselors in camp groups and lead activities throughout the day. As a workplace readiness program, it does not include traditional camp activities outside of daily swim time.

Through the CIT program, teens develop workplace readiness skills, gain experience working with youth, and learn to become community leaders. CITs are expected to learn and understand Y policies/procedures The Y will consider CITs who display outstanding abilities for employment once they turn 16.

CIT Experience Highlights:

Attend a required one-week training to prepare for a successful summer

Engage as a team member helping out at Family Fun Nights and camp-wide activities

Assist counselors in camper groups, running activities, and leading games

Shadow leadership roles in different departments to learn the ins and outs of camp

Develop strong, meaningful relationships with adult counselors, peers, and campers

Regular meetings with their CIT Director to receive guidance, support, and feedback through a formal coaching card

End-of-Summer field trip to celebrate their hard work

CIT Application Process:

Complete and submit a CIT Program Application

Attend an in-person guardian and teen information session

Formally register online once accepted into the program

Commit to a one-week training (6/24 - 6/28 OR 7/17/5)

Commit to at least four of the remaining eight weeks

and submit LIT program survey
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H O P K I N T O N S U M M E R D A Y C A M P

W E E K L Y O F F E R I N G S

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SUMMER LEARNING CAMPS

Framingham & Natick

Learning Through Play and Fun!

Our Education Branch manages three summer learning camps: Camp OCP and Stepping Stones in Framingham and Y STEAM Camp in Natick.

All three camps offer a refreshing mix of traditional camp experiences as well as engaging activities design to support summer learning, physical health, and social-emotional skill development - all while having fun!

Visit each camp page to learn more.

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Enrichment activities and curriculum that are carefully crafted to prevent summer learning loss

Campers are encouraged to explore different opportunities and participate in hands-on learning Counselors who are experienced and trained in trauma-informed care, socialemotional learning (SEL), and more

The MetroWest YMCA summer learning programs are licensed by the Department of Early Education and Care All other MetroWest YMCA Camp programs comply with the regulations of the MA Department of Public Health and are licensed by the local Board of Health. Parents may call the camp to request copies of policies regarding background checks, health care, and discipline, as well as procedures for filing grievances. All staff and volunteers, ages 17 and older are subject to SORI and CORI checks by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.

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CAMP OCP

8 weeks | Ages: Entering grades 1-8

One-week sessions offered all weeks

Framingham Branch

280 Old Connecticut Path | Framingham, MA 01701

June 24 - August 16

Size: About 120 campers/week

Indoor/outdoor day camp with optional AM/PM care

Camp OCP is a caring, diverse summer day camp that offers a variety of enrichment activities and traditional camp experiences designed to help prevent summer learning loss! Campers are placed into groups based on grade or developmental level and are introduced to ageappropriate curriculum that builds their skills in:

STEM (science, technology, engineering, math)

ELA (English language arts, reading)

Art

Global learning

Social-emotional learning

Campers are physically active and outdoors as much as possible! We spend most of our time our time on the sunny fields or at shaded picnic tables under tents In inclement weather, we can use the indoor gym, classroom, or pool. Our activities teach good sportsmanship, team building, and collaboration among peers. Each week, we will celebrate and design fun activities around a theme.

Included:

Instructional swim lessons three times a week

Weekly recreational swim in our indoor pool

Weekly field trips or special guests to showcase a realworld application of what they might learn that week

Healthy breakfast and lunch included

Family fun nights

Camp Day: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM

AM Care: 7:00 AM - 8:45 AM

PM Care: 4:15 PM - 6:00 PM (snack included)

Camp Day drop-off begins at 8:45 AM

Camp Day pick-up ends at 4:15 PM

WEEKLY THEMES

Week 1: Let the Summer Begin!

Week 2: Enchanted Forest

Week 3: STEAM Week

Week 4: Under the Sea

Week 5: Olympics Week

Week 6: Space is the Place

Week 7: Superhero Week

Week 8: Spirit Week

Contact Emmett Prescott, Out-of-School Time Director: schoolsout@metrowestymca.org or 508-876-6107
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Y STEAM CAMP

8 weeks | Ages: Entering grades 1-6

One-week sessions offered all weeks

Johnson Elementary School

99 South Main Street | Natick, MA 01760

June 24 - August 16

Size: About 60 campers/week

Indoor/outdoor day camp with optional AM/PM care

Calling all curious campers! Y STEAM Camp incorporates traditional camp activities like swimming, camp songs, and team building along with enrichment activities to help prevent summer learning loss and encourage campers develop their love for learning. Our counselors guide campers as they engineer, create, and problem-solve in various science, technology, engineering, art, and math-based exercises and challenges based on weekly themes

Campers will spend about 50% of their day inside working in groups and developing new friendships in a setting that promotes social-emotional learning and hands-on activities. The remaining 50% of the day will be spent outside where campers can participate in swimming, supervised free play, or group activities like launching homemade rockets!

Included:

Instructional and recreational swim (transportation to Clearbrook Family Swim Club provided) - No swim on Mondays; optional swim on Fridays Materials for creative, hands-on experiments and learning

We can’t wait to have you in our camp family!

Camp Day: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM

AM Care: 7:00 AM - 8:45 AM

PM Care: 4:15 PM - 6:00 PM (snack included)

Camp Day drop-off begins at 8:45 AM

Camp Day pick-up ends at 4:15 PM

Lunch is available at $30 per week

Contact Hunter Baynes, Y STEAM Camp Director: hbaynes@metrowestymca.org or 508-876-6069

WEEKLY THEMES

Week 1: “Maker” Week

Week 2: Can You Dig It!?

Week 3: Water World

Week 4: Robotics and Coding*

Week 5: Slimeology

Week 6: Mission Space

Week 7: Lights! Camera! Action!*

Week 8: Welcome to the Jungle

*Includes Family Fun Nights

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STEPPING STONES

8 weeks | Ages: 4-entering K (age 5)

One-week sessions offered all weeks

Early Learning Center at the Framingham Branch 282 Old Connecticut Path | Framingham, MA 01701

June 24 - August 16

Stepping Stones Camp is a YMCA Early Learning Center program led by EEC Preschool certified educators and licensed by the Department of Early Education and Care (EEC). Most of the camp day is spent outdoors. Campers participate in water play, movement songs, nature activities, arts & crafts, story time, and games

Camp Day: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM

AM Care: 7:30 AM - 9:00 AM

PM Care: 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM

Breakfast, lunch, and snack included

Contact Elizabeth DeAlmeida, Director of Early Learning: EDeAlmeida@metrowestymca.org or 508-876-6067

At MetroWest YMCA summer camp, kids make friends, try new things, and learn in a healthy and safe environment. For many youth in our community, camp provides not just fun but also essential support, from healthy meals to connections to others. As experienced camp leaders, we witness the transformative power of camps, in building resilience and creating a sense of belonging.

As a charitable organization committed to making sure these experiences are accessible to all, we have an annual "Camp for All" campaign. Your donation ensures every child, regardless of economic circumstances, can enjoy the joy, friendship, and growth summer camp offers. Together, we can make a difference, building a community where every child can thrive!

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FRAMINGHAM-BASED SPECIALITY CAMPS

Sports. Swim. Friends. Fun.

Looking for a Framingham-based summer camp that will keep your child active, outdoors, and healthy? Look no further! We have two local camps:

Camp Clearbrook is a flexible traditional camp with a strong swimming component that is held at the Clearbrook Swim Club.

Ninja Sports Camp is a full-day, indoor/outdoor traditional camp that incorporates several different sports and a Ninja Course.

Instructional swim and supervised recreational swim included in all camps Opportunities to build diverse physical and social emotional skill sets, and exposure to multiple sports and activities

Opportunities for campers to challenge themselves physically while practicing skills to achieve goals

Small camp sizes that present an opportunity to build relationships with the camp community

Family Fun Nights and events

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CAMP CLEARBROOK

Flexible camp options offered all weeks

Clearbrook Swim Club

120 Parker Road | Framingham, MA 01702

June 24 - August 23

Size: About 45 campers/week

Partial-day camp with 2, 3, or 5 day options

Camp Clearbrook is a part-day, traditional summer camp program at the beautiful Clearbrook Swim Club This program is great for kids who like to do a little of everything! Campers will enjoy arts & crafts, traditional camp games, and an introduction to different sports like tennis, soccer, basketball, and of course, daily instructional and recreational swim! Age-appropriate social-emotional learning activities and frequent visits from the Framingham Library Bookmobile help to round-out this popular summer camp experience!

Amenities:

Large outdoor pool

Splash pad

Grass covered lawn

Tennis court

Raised garden beds

Gaga ball pit

Included:

Daily instructional swim lessons

Breakfast and lunch

Hours: 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM

Families can choose:

• 2 days (Tuesday/Thursday)

• 3 days (Monday/Wednesday/Friday)

• 5 days of camp per week

IMPORTANT DATES

(subject to change)

June 15: Open House, 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM

July 18: Camp Family

Meet & Greet

Week

1: Pirates

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6: Animal Planet

Carnival

Week

9: End of Summer Celebration

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August 8: Family Day Contact Jen Hyman, Camp Director: jhyman@metrowestymca.org or 508-879-4420 x281
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9 weeks | Ages: Entering grades 1-6

NINJA SPORTS CAMP

9 weeks | Ages: Entering grades 1-6

One-week sessions offered all weeks

Framingham Branch

280 Old Connecticut Path | Framingham, MA 01701

June 24 - August 23

Size: 60 campers/week

Full-day camp with optional AM/PM care

Ninja Sports Camp offers the fun of a traditional summer camp with a focus on various sports and a Ninja Course. It presents diverse movement experiences and challenges across nine themed weeks in a high-energy and caring environment! Through activities and games, campers will learn teamwork, build coordination, gain exposure to different sports, and accomplish new things each week. Additionally, they’ll practice on a low-elements, indoor Ninja Course featuring gymnastics mats, balance beams, and more! Ninja Sports Camp is held both inside in our gymnasium and outside on the back field at the Framingham Branch. Campers will also participate in other traditional camp activities such as swimming, arts & crafts, and gaga ball.

Included:

Breakfast, lunch, and snack after swim

Instructional swim M-Th and free swim on Fridays at the Framingham Branch indoor pool

Camp Day: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM

AM Care: 7:30 AM - 9:00 AM

PM Care: 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM

Camper Groups divided by age: Rookies (5-6 years-old)

Junior Varsity (7-8 years-old)

Varsity (9 years-old & up)

IMPORTANT DATES

(subject to change)

June 14: Camp Open House

June 24: First Day of Camp

July 26: Family Event

WEEKLY THEMES

Week 1: Teambuilding Week

Week 2: Beach Bash Week

Week 3: All Ball Week

Week 4: Back in Time Week

Contact Lisa Mandozzi, Executive Director, Framingham lmandozzi@metrowestymca.org or 508-879-4420 x245

Week 5: Game Show Week

Week 6: Sports Camp Cup 2024

Week 7: Performance Week

Week 8: Olympics Week

Week 9: Best of the Best Week

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PRICING INFORMATION PRICING

*If you have a Hopkinton Outdoor Center Membership, you will receive the youth/teen rate for summer camps Your family will also enjoy member benefits at the Hopkinton Outdoor Center, which include access to the facility, participation in free member events, and the member rate for session programs at the Outdoor Center

Plan your summer!

Hopkinton Summer Camp has convenient bus stops in the towns of Ashland, Framingham, Holliston, Hopkinton, Marlborough, Natick, Sherborn, Sudbury, Wayland.

Free meals are provided in the Framingham-based camps: Camp Clearbrook, Camp OCP, Ninja Sports Camp, and Stepping Stones. Lunch may be purchased at Hopkinton Summer Camps and Y STEAM Camp in Natick for $30/week. Need support? See page 25.

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CAMP POLICIES and REGISTRATION

LET’S GET STARTED!

Registration Dates

Members: Monday, January 15, 2024

Non-Members: Thursday, February 1, 2024

REGISTRATION PROCESS

In Person: Visit us at either of our branches in Hopkinton or Framingham.

Online:

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If you have an account with us, you can purchase camp directly from www metrowestymca org/Camp

If you do not have an account with us you can either create one in the process of purchasing a membership or create an account just for purchasing camp, which you will need to do before you purchase camp

PAYMENT OPTIONS

All options require a $50/week non-refundable deposit at time of registration. Extended care and busing are paid in full at time of registration.

Pay in full at time of purchase

1 June camp balances are automatically charged on May 15, July camps are charged June 15 and August camps are charged July 15 – this is the default plan when registering.

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2. Log into your MetroWest Y account at any time to pay on camp balances by accessing the future payments tab – any unpaid balances in accordance with option 2 will be charged on those dates as specified.

PAYMENT AND CANCELLATION POLICIES

Families are charged a non-refundable deposit of $50 per week, per child

1 If applicable, busing and extended care fees are paid at time of registration.

2. Prior to April 1, you may transfer your deposit to other camp programs. After April 1, deposits are non-transferrable.

3. The cancellation deadline is May 31 After May 31, there will be no refunds, credits, or money transfers of any kind for withdrawal, failure to attend registered sessions, or partial attendance. Balances owed on any camp weeks after the cancellation deadline are the responsibility of the billed party. Balances owed for any weeks registered for after the cancellation deadline are the responsibility of the billed party

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5. All requests for changes/transfers or cancellations must be submitted in writing via email to the correct camp office. No changes or cancellations are accepted over the phone

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A Y credit or refund without deposit may be issued if a participant is unable to attend camp due to a prolonged illness/injury lasting 3 days or more This request must be made prior to the end of the camp session and must include a doctor’s note

If an automatic payment is declined or an expected payment is not received, we will reach out to collect payment or develop a payment plan. Failure to respond or make payment will exclude your child from attending unpaid weeks and may lead to unenrollment A late payment fee of $15 is charged when payment is one week late

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All previous Y balances must be paid prior to camp registration. If any past due balance is unpaid, your child will be unenrolled from camp and cannot attend. There will be no refunds, credits, or pro-rating for missed days.

Families registered at a membership rate must keep that membership active from time of registration to the end of the month their children are participating in camp. Memberships may not be placed on hold. Failure to keep membership active will result in a camp price change to reflect the non-member price.

There is a $10 late pick-up fee per child for the first 10 minutes late You will be charged $5 for every 5 minutes after

If your child is waitlisted, we will contact you if an opening is available. Full tuition will be due at time of enrollment. Waitlists are monitored regularly Being on a waitlist for a Hopkinton specialty camp does not mean your child has a spot in a traditional camp. You must register for an available camp for a spot to be held. If a waitlisted spot opens, we will transfer your child to that spot and cancel the other camp with no penalties.

All information collected when registering online is kept securely by the Y Credit/Debit card information is not accessible by Y staff and is kept in a secure system.

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The Y does not automatically send out invoices regarding camp charges. Families can access statements online by logging

VOUCHER AND CONTRACTED SLOTS

If your child receives financial assistance from the Department of Early Education and Care (EEC) with a year-round voucher/ contracted slot at MetroWest YMCA or a School Closure Only voucher you can:

Register online when registration opens to community members in February. If your child attended camp last summer, please contact Kathleen Glennon, kglennon@metrowestymca org or Yanessa Mendez, ymendez@metrowestymca org to activate the voucher code so you can register online. Deposits are not required.

If you have a voucher outside of MetroWest Y, provide documentation before registration for the deposit to be waived or you are responsible for a $50 deposit per session per child Please reach out to Kathleen Glennon, kglennon@metrowestymca.org regarding vouchers.

FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE

We recognize families have different abilities to pay. To keep camps and programs accessible to all, the Y gives families the option to choose a membership that best reflects the rate they wish to pay for camp. If you feel you still need help affording summer camp, the MetroWest YMCA can help. Within its available resources, the MetroWest YMCA will provide camp and membership regardless of a family’s ability to pay. Partial financial assistance through our Y-Assist program will be awarded to those who can demonstrate their inability to pay the full fee. Funds for the Y-Assist program are raised as part of the YMCA’s Annual Campaign. Visit member services or download an application online.

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IMPORTANT INFORMATION

DOCNETWORK: YOUR ONLINE CAMPER PROFILE

DocNetwork is a secure online service used for providing your child’s required information, health records, allergies physicals/immunizations, medication authorizations, and more. You will receive an email from DocNetwork starting in the spring. DocNetwork profiles must be 100% complete at least two weeks before your child’s first week of camp. Registrations will not be considered complete, and children will not be able to attend camp until all forms and documents are provided.

HEALTH AND SAFETY

Massachusetts State Law requires each camper to have a physical examination and current record of immunization signed by his/her physician within 18 months of arrival at camp.

Safety: As leaders and role models, our staff are dedicated to providing a safe and fun-filled experience. There will be at least two people on site at all times who are CPR and first aid certified. Our staff camper ratio is 1:5 (younger campers) and 1:10 (older campers).

SWIM LEVELS AND TESTING

On the first day of each session, children will be tested to determine their swim level for pool access during supervised recreational swim. If the lifeguard decides that your child needs a flotation device, they must wear it in the pool at all times.

The YMCA uses “Test. Mark. Protect.” for pool access testing. These evaluations are held every Monday for new campers. A camper may be retested Friday throughout the summer or upon request.

Campers will be assigned necklaces based on this evaluation.

Green = No life jacket, full range of the pool

Campers must be able to swim one (1) lap on their front and one (1) lap on their back for the length of the pool. Additionally, they must be able to tread water for one minute. They will receive a green necklace during free swim, which gives them access to the entire pool.

Yellow = No life jacket, shallow end of the pool only

If the camper can stand up in the pool, while standing flat footed in the deepest part of the shallow section, float on their front and return to standing, and float on their back and return to standing they will receive a yellow necklace.

Red = Life jacket, shallow end of the pool

If no skills are observed, the camper must wear a red necklace and lifejacket while in the pool.

These access levels are tracked by counselors and the Aquatics Department on a daily roster.

The MetroWest YMCA uses the YUSA V6 Swim Lesson program for our instructional swim classes year round, including summer camp. Students will be evaluated and taught to these standards. Parents will receive progress reports throughout the summer on campers Y swim level.

Please note: We try to provide clear and accurate information, but the MetroWest YMCA does not assume responsibility for any typos or misprints.

OUR COMMITMENT TO INCLUSION

The MetroWest YMCA is an organization which seeks to make our programs and services accessible to all, including those children who may need some accommodations and an extra level of support to be successful. When we know in advance about any challenges a child may have, or any accommodations they may need, we are better able to make a plan for that child and improve their chances of success in our programs. Therefore, we strongly encourage families to be transparent about their child’s needs or challenges. While we do our best to support all children, the MetroWest YMCA is not a therapeutic or a special needs organization and will not be able to provide the level of intervention and support that these specialized programs can offer.

OUR COMMITMENT TO FOOD ACCESS

The MetroWest YMCA provides free meals to campers in the Framingham-based camps: Camp Clearbrook, Ninja Sports Camp, Camp OCP, and the Stepping Stones Camp. Lunch may be purchased at the Hopkinton Summer Camps and the Y STEAM Camp in Natick for a weekly cost of $30. If you are concerned about how your financial situation may impact your children at camp, please contact your camp registrar to have a confidential conversation regarding financial assistance for meals. The MetroWest YMCA believes that fighting food insecurity makes our community stronger.

NUTRITION GUIDANCE

Nutritional well-being is a priority at the MetroWest YMCA. The following procedures and policies have been developed:

All food provided by MetroWest YMCA Summer Camps is prepared, served, and stored in accordance with the US Department of Agriculture (USDA) and Summer Food Service Program (SFSP) guidelines. Additionally, HEPA (Healthy Eating and Physical Activity) guidelines are followed. All provided snacks contain a fruit or vegetable, and another food group component.

The USDA is an equal opportunity provider. Water and low-fat milk are served with every meal. The menu is subject to change based on availability. If you have any questions or concerns, or would like to make us aware of any food allergies, please contact Maggie Lynch, RDN, LDN, at: MLynch2@metrowestymca.org

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METROWEST YMCA

280 Old Connecticut Path

Framingham, MA 01701

JOIN OUR TEAM!

Your

Do you want a cool summer job where you get to work outside with kids? Apply to work at the MetroWest YMCA and discover a renewed sense of positivity, passion, purpose, and belonging!

We’re hiring camp staff at all levels for all six of our camps. This is a great way to polish off your leadership skills, boost your college resume, and earn some money. Learn about all of our open camp positions on our website:

CONTACT INFORMATION

HOPKINTON SUMMER CAMP DIRECTORS

Camp Director: Stephan Lockney slockney@metrowestymca.org

Junior Unit Camp Director: Taylor Keene taylorkeene@metrowestymca.org

Middler Unit Camp Director: Fynn Bailey fbailey@metrowestymca.org

Senior Unit Camp Director: Jesus Addarich jaddarich@metrowestymca.org

Camp Registrar: William Mitchell wmitchel@metrowestymca org

Business Manager: Cori Merchant cmerchant@metrowestymca org

CAMP CLEARBROOK

CampDirector:JenHymanJHyman@metrowestymcaorg

NINJA SPORTS CAMP

Executive Director, Framingham Branch: Lisa Mandozzi LMandozzi@metrowestymca org

Business Manager & Camp Registrar - Camp Clearbrook, Ninja Sports Camp: Arlete Wilson awilson@metrowestymca org

CAMP OCP

Out-of-School-Time Director: Emmett Prescott schoolsout@metrowestymca.org

Y STEAM CAMP

Camp Director: Hunter Baynes hbaynes@metrowestymca org

STEPPING STONES CAMP

Director: Elizabeth DeAlmeida EDeAlmeida@metrowestymca org

Director of Family Services/Camp Registrar - Camp OCP, Y STEAM Camp, Stepping Stones: Kathleen Glennon KGlennon@metrowestymca.org

EXECUTIVE LEADERSHIP

ExecutiveDirector,FraminghamBranch:LisaMandozziLMandozzi@metrowestymca.org

ExecutiveDirector,OutdoorCenter:BarttPinchuckbpinchuck@metrowestymcaorg

ExecutiveDirector,Education:HeidiKaufmanHKaufman@metrowestymca.org

DirectorofInclusion:LainaAbolfazlilabolfazli@metrowestymca.org

SeniorAquaticsDirector:DaveWitkusdwitkus@metrowestymcaorg

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