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JUNE 25 - JULY 1 FOR THE MOST UP-TO-DATE INFORMATION, SEE THE ONLINE ACTIVITY CALENDAR AT WWW.SILVERBAY.ORG/ACTIVITY-CALENDAR OR THE SILVER BAY APP

All Programs And Services May Be Subject To Change Without Notice. SILVER BAY YMCA | 87 SILVER BAY ROAD, SILVER BAY NY, 12874 | 1.888.758.7229 | WWW.SILVERBAY.ORG

GUEST PASSES 2022 Information 2022 GUEST RATES REGISTERED GUESTS Program Pass fees are included for all registered guests staying onsite in one of Silver Bay’s accommodations.

PROGRAM PASS

CHILD 0 TO 17

ADULT

TWO PERSON

FAMILY

$425

$850

$1275

$1500

60 - Day

$330

$660

$990

$1150

30 - Day

$215

$425

$640

$745

$95

$190

$290

$340

$145

$275

$410

$485

$145

$285

$425

$495

$10

$20

$25

Annual (January 1st - December 31st) *Complimentary Guest Passes

7 - Day 10 - Day Flex (Any 10 Days Jan. 1 - Dec. 31) 1 - Day (Non Resident) 1-Day Local Resident ( Jan 1. - Dec. 31) Bolton Landing to Ticonderoga *License required at time of purchase

Program Pass Benefits include: Access to all program and activities. See the program calendar on page 3 for operating hours.

FRIENDS OF SILVER BAY

INDIVIDUAL

FAMILY

Annual $60 $120 Friends of Silver Bay Pass Benefits include: Access to the Gift Shop, Library, Fisher Lounge, the Store, and Hiking Trails; entitles you to receive Silver Bay publications Please Note: Guest Fees do not constitute a charitable gift. *Program Passes are non-refundable for lack of use or due to weather

Welcome to Silver Bay…. As a private organization we require all of our guests to have a badge and display their parking pass in their car. If you are not a registered guest or program pass holder we invite you to join us. Please visit the front desk to learn more. If you are a registered guest or program pass holder and have lost your badge or parking pass we ask that you visit the front desk for a replacement. A fee may apply. While on property we remind you that you are required to wear your badge at all times to have access to the campus and a variety of programs and activities. To purchase and/or pick up your badge and parking pass visit the front desk. Lastly, for everyone’s safety and security, those not displaying valid parking passes are subject to having their vehicles towed and those not wearing valid badges will be asked to leave the property.

OPEN HOURS 2022 Hours

2022

SUNDAY

MONDAY 9:00 a.m. 12:00 p.m.

ARCHERY

1:00 p.m. 5:00 p.m.

TUESDAY

WEDNESDAY

1:00 p.m. 5:00 p.m.

THURSDAY

FRIDAY

9:00 a.m. 12:00 p.m.

1:00 p.m. 5:00 p.m.

SATURDAY

BOATHOUSE

9:00 a.m. 5:00 p.m.

COLLINS EQUIPMENT CENTER

10:00 a.m. 9:00 p.m.

10:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. 9:00 p.m. 9:00 p.m.

9:00 a.m. 12:00 p.m.

1:00 p.m. 4:30 p.m.

Dawn to Dusk

9:00 a.m. 12:00 p.m.

1:00 p.m. 5:00 p.m.

9:00 a.m. 12:00 p.m.

6:00 p.m. 9:00 p.m.

1:00 p.m. 5:00 p.m.

CRAFT SHOP

DISC GOLF

FITNESS CENTER

GYM

Dawn to Dusk

9:00 a.m. 12:00 p.m. 1:00 p.m. 5:00 p.m. 9:00 a.m. 5:00 p.m.

NATURE CENTER

7:00 a.m. 9:00 p.m.

Dawn to Dusk

7:00 a.m. 9:00 p.m.

9:00 a.m. 5:00 p.m.

6:30 a.m. 7:30 a.m.

10:00 a.m. 5:30 p.m.

10:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. 5:30 p.m. 5:30 p.m.

THE GIFT SHOP

8:00 a.m. 4:00 p.m.

8:00 a.m. 8:00 p.m.

THE STORE

4:00 p.m. 10:00 p.m.

SLIM POINT BEACH

4:00 p.m. 10:00 p.m.

D4:00 p.m. -

10:00 p.m.

6:30 a.m. 7:30 a.m.

8:00 a.m. 8:00 p.m.

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SILVER BAY TRAILS WOODSIDE TRAILHEAD (located across Route 9N at south entrance to service road) is the starting point for the following destinations. Inspiration Point. Red markers. Access Inspiration Point from the north. Follow blue trail, an old logging road, until abrupt left turn onto red trail into woods. Steady upward climb. Moderate. 1 mile. 600 ft elevation gain. Inspiration Point. Access Inspiration Point from the south. Start on blue/white trail, left turn onto white Cliffside trail, at junction with orange trail sharp right, follow orange trail to junction with white trail at stream, sharp right onto white trail, white trail to sharp right at junction with red trail, follow red trail to Inspiration Point. Steady upward climb. Moderate. 1.5 miles. 600 ft elevation gain. Ryan's Ridge Lean-tos. Orange markers. Left turn off blue/white trail onto orange trail to Ryan's Ridge Lean-tos. In 2007 two lean-tos were built for children's programs in memory of Ryan Dickson, former Emp. Easy. 0.25 mile. 150 ft. elevation gain. Uncas Cliff. White markers. Follow blue/white trail to left turn onto white Cliffside Trail along base of escarpment marking ancient fault. Continue straight ahead on white trail at junction with orange trail. Steady upward climb, one very steep section. End at legendary cliff with remarkable view of lake. Difficult. 0.75 mile. 400 ft elevation gain. Skipper Mac's Cairn. White markers. Continue from Uncas Cliff on white trail, one short, steep climb, arrive at large cairn with views of the lake to the south and of Catamount Mt. to the west. Moderate from Uncas Cliff to Cairn. 1 mile and 600 ft elevation gain from trailhead. Uncas Waterfall from Cairn. Blue markers. Follow blue trail to small waterfall. Easy from Cairn. 1.25 mile and 600 ft elevation gain from trailhead. Uncas Waterfall from Woodside trailhead. White markers. Follow blue/white trail to left turn onto white Cliffside trail, sharp right turn onto orange trail, sharp left turn onto white trail, then blue trail to Waterfall. Steady upward climb, minor dips. Moderate. 1.25 mile and 450 ft elevation gain from trailhead. Lost Pond from south. Orange markers. Follow blue/white trail, left onto white Cliffside trail, sharp right turn onto orange trail, sharp right turn at stream onto white trail, straight ahead at junction with orange trail, proceed to side trail to a small vernal pond. Steady uphill climb. Moderate. 1.25 mile. 600 ft elevation gain. Lost Pond from north. Orange markers. Follow blue trail past junction to Inspiration Point to junction with trail with only orange markers, sharp left turn onto orange trail, continue to junction with side trail to pond. Mostly uphill. Moderate. 1 mile. 600 ft elevation gain. Hudushone Lean-to. Green markers. Blue trail to sharp left onto trail with only green markers. Steady uphill climb. Stunning views in an unspoiled wilderness setting. Moderate to difficult. 1 mile. 800 ft elevation gain. Jabez Pond from Woodside trailhead. Blue markers. Follow blue trail to junction with another blue trail, bear left, follow that blue trail to Silver Bay property line and then follow state markers to pond. Moderate underfoot but long and all uphill. 2.2 miles. 900 ft elevation gain. ADAMS BROOK TRAILHEAD (located across Route 9N from Hillcrest Cottage) is the starting point for the following destinations. Jabez Pond from Adams Brook trailhead. Blue markers. Follow blue trail to Silver Bay property line and then state markers to pond. Moderate underfoot but long and all uphill. 1.5 miles, 900 ft elevation gain. Sunrise Mountain. Red markers. A difficult trail with rocky terrain and steep inclines; one of Silver Bay's most challenging hikes. 0.75 mile. 800 ft elevation gain. Bob James Trail. White markers. A moderate to difficult trail which connects Sunrise Mountain to the Jabez Pond trail. It offers a more gradual ascent to Sunrise Mt. from the west. 0.75 mile following white markers from the blue Jabez Pond trail to Sunrise Mt. 300 ft total elevation gain. North Jabez Trail. Orange markers. A moderate trail that climbs to state land and the north end of Jabez Pond. Left turn off Sunrise Mt. trail onto orange trail. 1.75 miles from Adams Brook trailhead to pond. 900 ft elevation gain. ON-CAMPUS TRAILS Horn Memorial Nature Trail. White markers. Start at kiosk across from Fisher Gym. Level trail with 30 marked stations noting natural features. Easy. 1.25 mile loop. Lakeshore Trail. White markers. Start at beach on south side of Slim Point. Gorgeous minitrail, the short steep climb is over almost before it starts, views, wildflowers. Easy. 0.5 mile. 100 ft elevation gain.

SILVER BAY YMCA 2022 Volunteer Opportunities FOOD SERVICE

ICE CREAM SCOOPER

Help the amazing staff in the Food Service department serve guests in the dining hall while getting a behindthe-scenes look at the William Boyd Center. Hours: Every day 7:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. 11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. & 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. Responsibilities: Greet and assist guests, fill orders at the buffet line and other tasks as assigned.

Volunteers willing to be part of ICE CREAM SCOOPING FUN at the best place on Lake George. Hours: Tuesday - Friday & Sunday 6:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. Because each shift starts with a 30-minutes training session, we ask that volunteers sign up for the entire four-hour shift. Consider grabbing your family or friends and taking over The Store for a night!

GARDENING

SPIRITUAL LIFE GREETERS

Help to keep Silver Bay’s gardens beautiful! Hours: Thursday and Friday mornings Responsibilities: Weed, water and tend gardens across campus, as designated by Maintenance team.

HOUSEKEEPING Hospitality Services are the backbone of Silver Bay. Give the housekeeping crew some much-needed support. Hours: Mornings starting at 9:30 a.m. Responsibilities: Assist in room turnovers (bed making, cleaning rooms, etc.) and cottage preparation and support sanitation efforts.

Get to know the Silver Bay community by greeting Spiritual Life guests. Hours: Vespers, everyday 6:45 p.m. - 7:15 p.m. Sunday Services, 9:15 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. and Memorial Services, varied times based on need Responsibilities: Greet guests and help them find seating.

TRAIL MAINTENANCE Enjoy a walk in the woods while helping keep Silver Bay’s trails clean! Hours: TBD. Responsibilities: Help to clear and maintain Silver Bay’s network of trails.

Scan the QR code for a Volunteer Application! Register with the Volunteer Program by contacting Kelsey Nobis at knobis@silverbay.org.

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SILVER CAMP ABOUT SILVER CAMP

WEEKS OFFERED

Silver Camp is a Day Camp program for youth and is licensed and inspected annually by the New York State Department of Health. Campers are placed in age appropriate groups and most groups offer both half and full day programs.

Camp is offered in 8, one-week sessions. Weekly sessions for 2022 are: June 27 - July 1 July 26 - July 29 July 4 - July 8 August 1 - August 5 July 11 - July 15 August 8 - August 12 July 18 - July 22 August 15 - August 19

ON-LINE REGISTRATION Visit our on-line registration site at www.silverbay.org/ forms for Silver Camp. Registrations must be made at least one week (7 days) prior to the first camp session you plan to enroll your child in. PLEASE NOTE: Silver bay will no longer be accepting day of registrations for silver camp. The New York State Department of Health requires annual submission of immunizations records from your health care provider. We cannot pull medical forms from previous years. Financial Assistance is available through our Scholarship Program, Open Pathways. Simply fill out the scholarship form and upload a copy of your Federal Income Tax Return when registering on-line.

SIGN IN - SIGN OUT PROCEDURES A parent or guardian must sign each child in and out daily at each group location. Children in Ravens, and Eagles can sign themselves out as long as a parent/ guardian has completed the Self Sign Out form on the Silver Camp registration portal. PLEASE NOTE: Staff will not be available to accept drop-off’s before 8:15 a.m.

HOURS OF OPERATION Full Day Camp Sign-in 8:15-8:30 a.m. Sign-out 3:15-3:30 p.m. (For Wee-Woozles and up)

Half Day Camp Sign-in 8:15-8:30 a.m. Sign-out 11:15-11:30 a.m.

AGE GROUPS

Pre-School Crickets (19 months - 3 years) Turtles (ages 3-4 years)* potty-trained Wee Woozles (5 years) School Age Woozles (6-7 years old) Chippies (8-9 years old) Ravens (10-11 years old) Teens Eagles (12-13 years old)

SILVER CAMP Half Day Camp

Full Day Camp

Regular Early Bird* Multi-Child Discount** Regular

Early Bird* (Includes Swim Lessons) Multi-Child Discount**

Weekly $125 $120 $115 $225 $215 $210

There is a $25 late fee for all camp applications received less then two weeks prior to the session attending. Silver Bay YMCA |

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ARCHERY RANGE

BOATHOUSE

HOURS: Monday, Thursday, Friday

ACCESS TO: Kayaks, Canoes, Paddleboards, &

9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. & 1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. Tuesday & Wednesday 1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Rowboats. *Shoes or sandals recommended on the docks.

LOCATION: The Archery Range is located north of

HOURS: Daily 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Paine Hall on Van Buren (Oneita) Bay. See a campus map for directions.

LOCATION: The Boathouse is located across the road from the INN. See a campus map for directions.

AGE: 6+ Children ages 6 -10 must be accompanied by an adult. First-time archers will receive instruction.

CAPACITY: 12 Archers at a time. Parents are allowed to accompany children.

AGE: All Ages 10+ can take out their own kayak. Children under age 10 must be accompanied by an adult.

CAPACITY: Dependant on watercraft availability.

CLOUT SHOOT Wednesdays 6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. (Sign up in advance at archery - Prior experience required) Ages 13+

COLLINS EQUIPMENT CENTER ACCESS TO: Board games, Puzzles, Shuffleboard,

PICK UP SOCCER

Disc Golf, Softball, Basketball, Horseshoes, Tennis, Volleyballs, Nerf Balls, Frisbees, and more.

HOURS: Daily 10:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m. Fridays starting at 4:00pm.

LOCATION: Collins is located across the road from the

LOCATION: South Field

INN. See a campus map for directions.

AGES: 13+

OTHER SERVICES: Inquire with us about reserving a

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BOAT TOURS

SLIM POINT BEACH

HOURS: See Schedule Below.

HOURS: Daily 6:30 a.m. - 7:30 a.m. & 10:00 a.m. -

Visit the Front Desk in the Inn to book your cruise.

5:30 p.m.

LOCATION: The Boathouse is located across the road from the INN. See a campus map for directions.

LOCATION: Located behind Fisher Gynmasium. See a campus map for directions.

COST:

AGE: All ages

45 minutes: Child (2-17) $10 Adult $20 1 hour: Child (2-17) $11 Adult $22 1.5 hours: Child (2-17) $13 Adult $26

Children under age 10 must be supervised by an adult. Please closely monitor your children in and around the water.

Experience Lake George from its most beautiful vantage point aboard the Silver Spirit. The 30’ pontoon boat is easy to board and provides a comfortable ride with plenty of shade.

Locker rooms and water fountain located at Fisher Gymnasium. Please display your guest badge upon arrival to Slim Point. Swimming is only allowed when lifeguards are on duty, and only in the designated swim area at Slim Point.

BOAT TOUR SCHEDULE SUNDAY 10:00 a.m. – 10:45 a.m. Harbor Islands

MONDAY

TUESDAY

10:00 a.m. 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. – 10:45 a.m. Mother Bunch Harbor Islands

WEDNESDAY

THURSDAY

FRIDAY

SATURDAY

10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Gull Bay

10:00 a.m. 10:00 a.m. 10:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. – 10:45 a.m. – 10:45 a.m. Paradise Bay Harbor Islands Harbor Islands

1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. Explorer

1:00 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. Paradise Bay

1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. Explorer

1:00 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. Rogers Rock

1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. Explorer

3:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. Mother Bunch

3:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. Gull Bay

3:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. Mother Bunch

3:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. Gull Bay

3:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. Mother Bunch

6:45 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. Hulett’s Landing

6:45 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. Burnt Point Scenic

6:45 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. Hulett’s Landing

6:45 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. Burnt Point Scenic

6:45 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. Hulett’s Landing

6:45 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. Burnt Point Scenic

6:45 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. Hulett’s Landing

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SAILING

FIRST AID

SAILBOAT SCREENING TEST

PLEASE NOTE: To use sailboats, guests must demonstrate their sailing skills. See boathouse staff to schedule your screening test.

Silver Bay has on-call first aid certified staff during the summer season. The First Aid Team is available to assist with guest’s first aid concerns, and to respond to oncampus emergencies.

BASIC SAILING LESSONS

HOURS: Open Daily 7:00 a.m. – 11:00 p.m.

Monday - Thursday 9:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. The 4-part course teaches the fundamentals of sailing to guests with little or no previous sailing experience. Each participant must complete 4 total classes.

LOCATION: At the end of the 1st floor guest corridor

Minimum age 12. Sign up in advance, in-person at the boathouse. Space is limited. First come first served.

SUNFISH SAILING RACE

on the northwest corner of the Inn (entrance is outside), or contact the Front Desk located in the lobby of the Inn to page the First Aid Staff. Youth under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a parent/guardian or an adult with signed consent for treatment.

Race begins Friday at 9:00 a.m. sharp. Put your sailing skills to the test in our weekly race. Arrive early to secure your boat.

FITNESS CENTER FISHER GYMNASIUM OPEN HOURS: Monday - Friday 7:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m. Saturday & Sunday 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

LOCATION: Fisher Gymnasium is located in front of Slim point beach

OPEN HOURS: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. 1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. & 6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. Friday, Saturday, Sunday 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. & 1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.

LOCATION: Fisher Gymnasium MINIMUM AGE WEIGHT ROOM: 13. Ages 13-16 must be acompanied by an adult.

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CRAFT SHOP HOURS: Monday - Friday 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. & 1:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.

TENNIS HARD COURTS: Available all day sunrise to 10:00 p.m. (lighted courts)

CLAY COURTS: 10:00 a.m. – Dusk

LOCATION: Squire Craft Shop (Administration Building - access behind Admin.) - Closed toe shoes required. **Additional Fees Apply Explore a vast number of amazing craft stations! Our skilled artisans can guide you through projects in Quilting, Stained Glass, Beading, Silver, Enameling, Basketry, Children’s Crafts, and more! See the schedule at the Craft Shop for schedules and pricing.

Enjoy Silver Bay’s Beautiful lakeside courts. Four groomed Red Clay Courts, and two all-weather hard courts. Reserve your court time at the Collins Equipment Center.

KIDS GROUP LESSONS (ages 6-12) Monday - Friday 8:00 a.m. - 8:30 a.m.

ADULT GROUP LESSONS Monday - Friday 8:30 a.m. - 9:30 a.m.

TINY TENIS (ages 3-5) Wednesday 4:30 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.

YOGA

FITNESS CLASSES

HOURS: Daily 9:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m.

PILATES: Monday & Wednesday 10:10 a.m.

LOCATION: Fisher Gym Dance Studio

HITT: Wednesday & Friday 10:10 a.m.

COST: Free for program pass holders and on-campus

CARDIO KICK BOX: Thursday 10:10 a.m.

guests and open to the public for $5/person. Join instructor Heather York for a relaxing session of stretching and balance.

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BARRE: Friday 10:10 a.m. LOCATION: Fisher Gymnasium

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THE STORE HOURS: Tuesday - Friday & Sunday 4:00 p.m. - 10:00

DODGEBALL LOCATION: Fisher Gymnasium

p.m. Grab a table and enjoy great conversation with friends and family all while enjoying a nice ice cream cone. This airconditioned space is the perfect place to cool down after a long day!

ADULT DODGEBALL Ages: 16+ Wednesday 8:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

YOUTH DODGEBALL Ages: 12-16 Tuesdays & Thursdays 8:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

WATERCOLOR

NIGHT PROGRAMS

HOURS: 8:45 a.m. - 11:45 a.m.

CONCERT SERIES

LOCATION: Watson Arts Center

String Quartet Concert in the Chapel on Sunday 8:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

INSTRUCTOR: Kathy Becker AGES: 13+ COST: $22 to start.

BRIDGE

Anyone from an aspiring artist to an expert is welcome to join in on painting a Silver Bay scene. Artists meet at Watson and walk to different locations around campus each day to choose subjects to paint, dependent upon the weather. Artists can choose to paint on their own in Watson. Work is displayed daily in Watson Arts Center.

FAMILY CAMPFIRE

WATERCOLOR PRESENTATION

OPEN MIC NIGHT

Watson Wednesday 8:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

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Watson Monday 7:00 p.m.

Nature Center Fire Pit Friday 7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

FAMILY MOVIE NIGHT Watson Sunday 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. Movie: Raya and the Last Dragon (PG 2021 1h 54m)

Store Friday 7:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

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DISC GOLF

NATURE CENTER

HOURS: Daily dawn-to-dusk.

HOURS: Monday - Friday 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

KLINE MICRO DISC GOLF COURSE

LOCATION: Behind the Children’s Pavilion.

Play the Kline Micro Disc Golf course! Our nine basket par 2 course is fun for all ages and skill levels. Borrow a disc from Collins during open hours.

THE KAISER FAMILY DISC GOLF COURSE This 18 hole wooded disc golf course is for experienced players, or anyone wanting to try something more challenging than our Micro Disc Golf course. You can find the tee pad for hole #1 by the foot bridge behind Fisher Gym. Tee signs will be added soon.

AGE: All Ages Explore the Paul McCoy Nature Center, check out the displays, exhibits, and live animals.

NATURE SERIES Thursday 7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. in the Watson Arts Center

DISC GOLF DOUBLES Thursdays 3:00 p.m. All are welcome to join a casual doubles round of disc golf on our new 18 hole Kaiser Family Disc Golf Course, located behind the gym. This new disc golf course is more challenging, some playing experience would be helpful. Arrive by 3:00 p.m. to join!

HIKING TRAILS Explore over 20 miles of trails on Silver Bay’s 700+ acres and neighboring State Land.

ENJOY SILVER BAY Please wear your Badge at all times.

SCAVENGER HUNT Find your first clue at Collins in front of the Inn!

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Our trails offer hikes for a wide range of abilities. Bring water and wear trail appropriate attire and footwear. Please bring your badge. Pick up a trails map at the Front Desk. Be sure to bring a water bottle and wear appropriate clothing and footwear. Please carry your badge with you (a Guest Pass is required to be on Silver Bay).

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CLIMBING WALL HOURS: Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 3:00 p.m. - 5:00

LIBRARY HOURS: Open Daily 8:30 a.m. - 11:00 p.m.

p.m.

LOCATION: In Gullen Lounge in the Inn. (Between the

LOCATION: Fisher Gymnasium

front desk and dinning hall.)

AGE: 4+

Please return books via the book drop outside the library Please NO DONATIONS of books, magazines, or movies.

CAPACITY: 3 climbers at a time. Must wear clean, well fitting closed-toe shoes (no sandals, heels, loose slippers, etc.).

SILVER BAY Conference and Family Retreat Center

LECTURE SERIES

PICKLEBALL PICKLEBALL

APRIL 2ND - JUNE 13TH | TUESDAYS, THURSDAYS & SATURDAYS 10:00 A.M. TO 12:00 P.M. | FISHER GYMNASIUM

No cost for program pass holders! Open to the community for a $5/person drop-in fee

HOURS: Tuesday 8:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

HOURS: Anyime dusk to dawn

LOCATION: Watson

LOCATION: Between the sand volleyball court and the

Rob Fischer - Islands of Hawaii Set to music of the islands, this travel documentary visits all eight of the windward islands. Hawaii is well known for its unique culture, rugged landscapes of cliffs, waterfalls, tropical foliage, and beaches. (49 min).

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outdoor basketball court.

CAPACITY: First come first serve MIXED DOUBLES RECREATIONAL PLAY: Tuesday & Thursday 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. All are welcome regardless of playing experience. Please display your program badge.

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GIFT SHOP The Gift Shop is open year round. Bring home a lasting memory of your time at Silver Bay with an array of hats, shirts, jewelry, toys, and home goods. Stop by the kid’s area for fun, wilderness-inspired gifts, books, toys and more. Find greetings and postcards to send to loved ones as well as gifts made by local artists.

LOCATION: William Boyd Center (near the Inn) HOURS: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday & Saturday 8:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m. Sunday 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Shop at home or from your room at

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OUTDOOR LABYRINTH The Silver Bay Outdoor Labyrinth is available to all for reflection and meditation.

HOURS: Daily dawn-to-dusk LOCATION: Between Slim point & Liz Grey Pavilion AGE: All Ages LABYRINTH CLASSES:

Monday & Thursday 10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. Labyrinth Classes and walks will be conducted by Veriditas-trained facilitators. Mondays: Through a short video and an opportunity for discussion, participants will be introduced to the various aspects of this ancient walking meditation tool. “The soul knows exactly the rhythm that a journey should take.” John O’Donahue Thursdays: Please join us for an outdoor Labyrinth Walk which includes inspirational readings before the walk and a time for sharing about the experience afterward. “Uncover what you long for and you will discover who you are.” Phil Couseniau

BOOK TALK HOURS: Thursdays 9:00 a.m. LOCATION: The Boathouse Porch SWEETNESS OF WATER by Nathan Harris Historical Fiction. Post Civil War. Reconstruction. Georgia. Two freed slaves. One old white male farmer. (355 pages)

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OWNING YOUR OWN SHADOW

SPIRITUAL LIFE CENTER SPIRITUAL LIFE CENTER Rev. Dr. Garth Allen and Rev. Bruce Tamlyn are available to meet with people for prayer, pastoral support, spiritual direction, couple’s support, or grief work.

HOURS: Open by appointment LOCATION: Ground floor of Trinity House To make an appointment or if you would like to receive regular email updates from the Spiritual Life Department, email Rev. Dr. Garth Allen (gallen@ silverbay.org) or call (518) 543-8833 ext. 261 To make an appointment with Rev. Bruce Tamlyn call (518) 543-8833 ext. 272 or (btamlyn@silverbay.org)

Wednesday, June 29th 9:00 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. Location: Spiritual Life Tent What is our shadow? Do we all have a shadow side? What do we do about our shadow? What does it mean to integrate our shadow? These questions and others will be discussed during this interactive seminar. The goal of our time together is to understand how integrating our shadow can lead to a more peaceful, joyful, and full life. A book entitled “Owning Your Own Shadow: Understanding the Dark Side of the Psyche” by Robert A. Johnson and handouts will be available. The Silver Bay YMCA Chaplain, Rev. Bruce Tamlyn will lead this seminar.

LOVE, SERVICE, & COMPASSION: PILLARS OF THE SPIRITUAL LIFE Thursday, June 30th 9:00 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. Location: Spiritual Life Tent Join us for an open-minded discussion about these foundational commitments of the spiritual life. Handouts provided by Mike DiMarco who will facilitate this seminar.

MEN’S & WOMEN’S PRAYER BREAKFAST Friday July 1st 8:00 a.m. - 9:30 a.m. Location: Dining Hall in the William Boyd Center Following breakfast, Men and Women will meet separately for a message and prayer in the William Boyd Center Conference rooms at 8:45 a.m. Please email Rev. Dr. Garth Allen (gallen@silverbay.org) one week in advance if you plan to attend.

SILVER BAY SPIRITUAL LIFE READING GROUP

SPIRITUAL LIFE HUGHES FAMILY HISTORY Wednesday, June 29th 8:00 p.m. Location: Chapel Join us as we watch the documentary film, “My Native Air: Charles Evans Hughes and the Adirondacks.” This event is part of our summer-long celebration of the 100th Anniversary of the Helen Hughes Memorial Chapel. Filmmaker Maury Thompson will join us and be available to answer questions afterward.

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Friday, July 1st 10:00 a.m. – 11:30 p.m. via ZOOM Silver Bay Chaplain, Rev. Bruce Tamlyn will lead this discussion-oriented seminar based upon the book entitled “The Hours of the Universe: Reflections on God, Science, and the Human Journey” by Ilia Delio. Please email Rev. Dr. Garth Allen (gallen@silverbay.org) for ZOOM log-in info.

SPIRITUAL LIFE CENTERING PRAYER GROUP Friday, July 8th & July 22nd 10:00 a.m. via ZOOM We will be practicing centering prayer as a group and sharing our reflections with one another. We will meet via ZOOM. Please email Rev. Dr. Garth Allen (gallen@silverbay.org) for ZOOM login info.

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LT WORSHIP Watson Saturdays

9:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.

SUNDAY COMMUNION SERVICE 8:30 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. Location: Chapel All are welcome as we celebrate the Lord’s Supper in the historic chapel.

SILVER BAY COMMUNITY CHOIR 9:00 a.m. – 9:45 a.m., Location: Chapel Each Sunday we have a pick-up choir. Everyone is welcome to come and rehearse in the Chapel. All levels of singers can participate.

SUNDAY WORSHIP SERVICE 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Location: Chapel All are welcome to join our ecumenical worship service. We are open to all guests at Silver Bay and to everyone in the wider community. Mountain casual dress as we celebrate the joy of faith.

HYMN SING Sunday, June 26th 7:15 p.m. Location: Chapel Come sing your favorite hymns of the Christian faith.

VESPERS SERVICES Monday - Saturday 7:15 p.m. – 7:45 p.m. Location: Chapel Vespers is a time of inspirational words from the Spiritual Life Staff and magnificent music by Silver Bay’s String Quartet.

SILVER BAY SEEKERS SUMMER SEMINAR Tuesday, June 28th 9:00 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. Location: Herschleb Board Room (adjacent to the new Dining Hall) in the William Boyd Center We will read and discuss After Jesus Before Christianity: A Historical Exploration of the First Two Centuries of Jesus Movements by Erin Vearncombe, Brandon Scott, & Hal Taussig. Discussion will be led by Kate Berry, Harvey Noordsy, and Carol Witherell.

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GENERAL INFORMATION ALCOHOL & DRUGS

LOST AND FOUND

Silver Bay has a restricted alcohol policy. Please see the Front Desk for a copy of the policy. For conferences and special functions, alcohol may be permitted by special application only. For more information please contact Conference Services. Use of illegal drugs is prohibited.

Lost and found is located at the Front Desk in the Inn lobby. If you misplace an item during your stay, please call us and we will do our best to locate the item and return it to you. Items that are turned in to lost and found are held for a period of two weeks. Please Note: Silver Bay is not responsible for any lost or stolen items.

BADGES Serves as: campus identification, pass to use program

MAIL

areas around campus, and your meal ticket. Please wear your name badge at all times. If you lose your badge, see the Front Desk for a new one. Fees may apply.

Personal mail may be picked up at the Front Desk after 10:00 a.m. If you have overnight mail shipped to Silver Bay, be aware that we only receive one late afternoon shipment per day.

BIKING New York State law requires all bicyclists under the age of 14 to wear approved bicycle helmets when bicycling or riding as passengers on a bicycle.

Small packages, letters, and postcards may be mailed at the Front Desk daily. Out-going mail is picked up at 2:00 p.m.

DRONE/UAS POLICY

MAINTENANCE

The use of Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS), including, but not limited to, drones and radio-controlled aircraft and devices, in airspace above Silver Bay YMCA requires advance written approval. For guest groups holding a contracted event (e.g. conferences, weddings, etc.), the group leader is required to obtain written permission from Silver Bay YMCA prior to their event if they wish to utilize a professional vendor for drone photography and filming. Such permission, when granted, will be limited exclusively to the contracted event venue and time frame.

If something is not functioning in your room or cottage, contact the Front Desk to arrange for maintenance to help resolve the issue.

EMERGENCY SERVICES In the event that an employee is not available: Fire, Police, or Ambulance: Call 911 Poison Control: 1.800.222.1222 Report the specific location of the emergency.

FRONT DESK The Front Desk has the answers for most of your questions regarding your stay. Guest services available at the front desk include guest messages, copy service, special food requests, lost and found, stamps and mail, scan and email, check cashing up to $50.00.

INTERNET ACCESS Free wireless internet is available in most areas of campus.

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PARKING When you arrive on-campus, please proceed to the front desk to check-in and obtain a parking tag. For those staying in cottages, Paine Hall, Trinity House and Brookside Community House, your parking is next to/nearby your accommodation. The remaining guests are invited to unload/load at their accommodation, where designated parking for a maximum of 15 minutes is provided. After unloading, please park in the new main lot located at the end of the service road, near 9N. For our off-campus guests, there are several designated day-use lots located at Archery, the Children’s Pavilion, the Store, behind the William Boyd Center, the Tennis Backboard, and Fisher Gym. If those areas are full, you are invited to utilize our new main lot parking area. Handicap parking spaces are located all around campus, from Slim Point to Archery, and also in the new main parking area. For those who have a physical limitation and/or during inclement weather, a shuttle service will be available for transport. Please let the Front Desk staff know, and they will arrange for a pick-up.

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GENERAL INFORMATION PETS

SMOKING

Pets are not allowed on Silver Bay property except for the hiking trails west of 9N, and the public Silver Bay Road which runs through the property (not the service road). Dogs must be leashed at all times.

Silver Bay YMCA has a restricted smoking policy. Smoking of any kind is not allowed in any buildings, including guest rooms, meeting rooms and/or porches of any buildings. A charge of $300.00 may be charged to the credit card on file to cover damage/cleaning fees if you violate this policy.

QUIET HOURS Quiet hours are 11:00 p.m. until 7:00 a.m. throughout campus. Please be respectful of other guests.

RECYCLING Silver Bay has added zero sort recycling receptacles across campus. No need to separate your paper, glass, and cans; our waste management company allows us to toss all recyclables into one bin.

All public areas including beaches, unless posted otherwise, are deemed a no smoking area. Smoking tobacco is ONLY permitted in the designated smoking area (e.g. near the flagpole). As allowed by law in New York, Silver Bay YMCA has a strict no marijuana policy that forbids the possession, use and/or consumption of marijuana anywhere on our properties, in our facilities, or during participation in our programming.

SECURITY Silver Bay provides round-the-clock guest service personnel. If you have a security issue, please see the Front Desk.

OUR MISSION To foster relationships, strengthen communities and nurture spirit, mind and body for all.

OUR IMPACT Because of Silver Bay YMCA, connections between people and family are stronger. People are more connected, respectful and caring. They have the confidence to develop to their full potential and to positively impact the communities in which they work and live. As a result, communities are more dynamic, inclusive and diverse. As stewards of Lake George, we inspire people to be stewards of the environment while they are visiting our magnificent campus and in their home communities.

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