YMCA WINTER BREAK
Day Camps December 2019 - January 2020
fun . active. unplugged. ymcacalgary.org
Get even more details online! Our camp guide provides and overview of our camps. Full program details can be accessed through YMCA Online, our online program search and registration system. Visit ymcacalgary.org/registration and click on the program tab to search for full camp details.
Get ready now to register your child for a winter day camp.
Get set up on YMCA Online to register online Set up a YMCA Online account to register online (it takes 48 hours to receive your login information)
at ymcacalgary.org/registration. Registration can also be completed in-person or over the phone.
Find the right camp for your child – BEFORE registration day
It’s helpful to take a note of the program (and corresponding code) prior to registration.
SEARCH & REGISTER for camps online CLICK ON ANY OF THE PAGE HEADINGS IN THIS GUIDE
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VISIT YMCACALGARY.ORG/REGISTRATION
SEARCH FIND PROGRAMS DETAILS SUCH AS CAMP NAMES, DATES, TIMES AND CODES
SEARCH BY CAMP TYPE AND AGE
CLICK ON THE PROGRAM TAB
CLICK ON ONE OF THE CATEGORIES BELOW For Camp Chief Hector camps For Camp YMCA and Camp Riveredge camps
SEARCH
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BY CAMP NAME OR KEY WORDS (SUCH AS AGE CATEGORY, “ADVENTURERS,” “CHALLENGERS”, ETC.) BY TYPING INTO THE BLANK FIELD
TIP: Typing the camp names and age categories listed in the charts on this guide's program pages will get you directly to the camp you are looking for
REGISTER ONCE YOU FIND YOUR DESIRED CAMP CLICK ON THE SHOPPING CART SYMBOL TO ADD TO YOUR SELECTION(S).
Registration can also be completed by phone or in person at any YMCA location. Visit ymcacalgary.org/locations for all location contact information.
PLEASE NOTE: YOU MUST HAVE A YMCA ONLINE ACCOUNT TO REGISTER ONLINE. LEARN HOW TO SET UP AN ACCOUNT ON PREVIOUS PAGE.
CHECKLIST FOR BEFORE YOUR CHILD ARRIVES AT CAMP Complete your child’s medical form and waivers online - before you arrive • Every camper must have a completed medical form before they can attend camp. Our online medical form system is easy, secure and allows you to update information at any time. • To access online forms, visit http://yycymca.campfax.com • If you have completed the online form previously, simply login with your existing email and password.
Bring your child prepared for camp. A prepared camper is a happy camper Bring your child to camp in active wear and a backpack filled with the following items: • Water bottle • Indoor footwear (running shoes preferred) • Swimsuit and towel (if the camp includes swimming) • Peanut-free bagged lunch with two snacks and a drink
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GET READY TO REGISTER ONLINE. VISIT YMCACALGARY.ORG/REGISTRATION TO SET UP YOUR ACCOUNT
CONTENTS LOCATIONS AND AMENITIES
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CAMP YMCA WINTER BREAK DAY CAMPS
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CAMP CHIEF HECTOR SUMMER OVER NIGHT & DAY CAMPS)
Hope to see you over the winter break!
Our Camp Counsellors are ready & waiting Our qualified counsellors have a passion for working with children and youth. Their mission is to make camp fun, safe and beneficial for all campers.
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We also offer Teachers' Convention and Spring Break camps - details coming soon!
Watch for our summer camp guide this January!
Each counsellor has training in healthy child development, first aid and CPR certifications and a valid police clearance. In addition, they have completed training in health and safety, program planning for healthy child development, and more.
FOR A FULL LIST OF PROGRAMS AND PRICING, PLEASE VISIT YMCACALGARY.ORG/REGISTRATION
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LOCATION AMENITIES SOUTHEAST
SOUTHWEST
NORTHEAST
NORTHWEST
REMINGTON YMCA IN QUARRY PARK
SHAWNESSY YMCA
SOUTH HEALTH CAMPUS YMCA
BROOKFIELD RESIDENTIAL YMCA AT SETON
QUARRY PARK CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTRE
GRAY FAMILY EAU CLAIRE YMCA
SADDLETOWNE YMCA
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RUNNING TRACK
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MULTIPURPOSE ROOMS
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GYMNASIUM
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POOL
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CLIMBING
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MELCOR YMCA AT CROWFOOT
SHANE HOMES YMCA AT ROCKY RIDGE
CAMP RIVEREDGE
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OUTDOOR SPACE ROPES/ CHALLENGE COURSES AMPHITHEATRE
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ART STUDIOS
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ICE
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CA P YAM CA M T E R B R E K CA M P WIN
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CAMP CHIEF HECTOR YMCA
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SQUASH COURTS
CALGARY PUBLIC LIBRARY
CAMP LOCATIONS
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LOCATIONS GRAY JAY OUTDOOR CAMPSITE
SHANE HOMES YMCA AT ROCKY RIDGE MELCOR YMCA AT CROWFOOT
SADDLETOWNE YMCA
CAMP CHIEF HECTOR YMCA
GRAY FAMILY EAU CLAIRE YMCA
YMCA CALGARY LOCATIONS Melcor YMCA at Crowfoot Saddletowne YMCA Gray Family Eau Claire YMCA
YMCA CAMP RIVEREDGE
Remington YMCA in Quarry Park Shawnessy YMCA South Health Campus YMCA Shane Homes YMCA at Rocky Ridge
REMINGTON YMCA IN QUARRY PARK
Brookfield Residential YMCA at Seton YMCA Childcare Centres
COMMUNITY SUPPORT PROGRAM SITES Youth Engagement Programs After-school (critical hours) Programs Indigenous Programs
SHAWNESSY YMCA
STONEY TRAIL SE (HIGHWAY 22X)
SOUTH HEALTH CAMPUS YMCA
Leadership Programs Language Instruction for Newcomers to Canada (LINC) Summer Programs (KIM and YMAP Youth Leadership Programs)
BROOKFIELD RESIDENTIAL YMCA AT SETON
FOR A FULL LIST OF PROGRAMS AND PRICING, PLEASE VISIT YMCACALGARY.ORG/REGISTRATION
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CAMP YMCA WINTER BREAK CAMPS
CLICK TO SEARCH & REGISTER!
SEE PAGE THREE FOR TIPS ON HOW TO SEARCH AND REGISTER ONLINE
ABOUT CAMP YMCA CAMPS CAMP YMCA winter break camps take place at three YMCA locations: Shane Homes YMCA at Rocky Ridge, Gray Family Eau Claire YMCA, and Brookfield Residential YMCA at Seton
Multiple activities multiply the fun during these active camps. Campers will play sports, jump in the pool, get artsy, and participate in a variety of traditional camp games both in and out of the facility. They'll play court sports and enjoy a recreational swim each day. Each age group will enjoy activities appropriate for their developmental age.
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All Winter Break camps are single day camps check the dates that are right for your family.
CAMP YMCA DATES DECEMBER 23, 27, 30, 31 JANUARY 2,3 CAMP HOURS Full Day: 8:30 - 4:30 pm PRE & POST CARE HOURS - FREE! Pre-care: 7:30 - 8:30 am Post-care: 4:30 - 5:30 pm *Post-care on Dec. 31 ends at 5:00pm
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GET READY TO REGISTER ONLINE. VISIT YMCACALGARY.ORG/REGISTRATION TO SET UP YOUR ACCOUNT
CAMP YMCA - WINTER BREAK CAMPS (Use chart below to determine what camp is offered at each location) SOUTHEAST
SOUTHWEST
NORTHWEST
BROOKFIELD RESIDENTIAL YMCA AT SETON
GRAY FAMILY EAU CLAIRE YMCA
SHANE HOMES YMCA AT ROCKY RIDGE
TENDERFEET (3-5Y)*
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DISCOVERERS (6-7Y)
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EXPLORERS (8-9Y)
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ADVENTURERS (10-11Y)
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CHALLENGERS (12-13Y)
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* Tenderfeet campers must be 4 years or older to attend full day camps.
All activities are developmentally appropriate, have progressive challenge, and help build physical literacy. Our camps help kids belong, grow, thrive and lead!
HOW DO KIDS PROGRESS THROUGH OUR CAMP LEVELS? Our camps are different at each developmental stage. Keeping with our mission to promote the spiritual, mental, physical and social development of individuals and foster a sense of responsibility in the community, the following concepts are introduced through fun and engaging games and play. Your camper will have so much fun they won’t even notice they’re learning at the same time!
TENDERFEET
DISCOVERERS
EXPLORERS
ADVENTURERS
CHALLENGERS
learn about themselves and develop social skills with a strong emphasis on learning through play.
are introduced to more challenging activities that promote responsibility and will learn about themselves and others through teamwork.
are introduced to leadership, teamwork and effective communication. They will learn about health and wellness through games and discussions.
focus on developing complex leadership, communication and team skills. They get involved in programming decisions (what games and activities they’ll play), are introduced to philanthropy, and learn responsibility through independence and leadership.
focus on leadership. They will get further involved in programming decisions, philanthropy, and incorporating health and wellness into every activity. They will learn to understand the importance of self and others and develop selfconfidence.
WE TAKE WATER SAFETY SERIOUSLY. Each camper is swim tested by a qualified lifeguard on their first visit to the pool. This will ensure each child has a safe visit to the pool, regardless of their swim skill/ experience. Campers are carefully supervised during each pool visit.
FOR A FULL LIST OF PROGRAMS AND PRICING, PLEASE VISIT YMCACALGARY.ORG/REGISTRATION
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CAMPSUMMER CHIEF HECTOR CAMPS ABOUT CAMP CHIEF HECTOR CAMPS Camp Chief Hector provides a rich ecosystem for children and youth to learn and grow through nature. Our overnight and day camps promote independence and community through challenge and fun. An experience not be missed!
THERE ARE TWO CAMP LOCATIONS! CAMP CHIEF HECTOR SITE
GRAY JAY SITE
The Camp Chief Hector site is located just an hour outside of Calgary in Bow Valley Wildlands Provincial Park. This camp is full of adventure.
Our Gray Jay site is located 2.5 hours north west of Calgary, on the eastern edge of Banff National Park. This area, along the Red Deer River in the Yaha Tinda valley, is well known for its spectacular views, history, and hiking and horseback riding trails.
Your camper will participate in many activities including: canoeing, swimming, archery, rock climbing, rope course challenges, hiking, interactive games, arts, horseback riding and more. All campers spend at least one night on a backcountry tenting adventure. Activities and length of camp are dependent on the group and chosen option.
More rustic and with less campers, our Gray Jay site offers campers an experience rich in nature exploration and the opportunity to build strong connections with other campers. Campers participate in day and overnight hikes, group games, learning about outdoor living, caring for horses and horseback riding.
FOR FULL DETAILS VISIT: ymcacalgary.org/camps/ camp-chief-hector
CLICK FOR DETAILS SEE PAGE THREE FOR TIPS ON HOW TO SEARCH AND REGISTER ONLINE
IMPORTANT UPDATE FOR 2020 REGISTRATION: We will no longer be offering in-person registration. Please register online or by phone. New campers must register by phone.
SUMMER CAMP REGISTRATION DATES AND DETAILS RETURNING CAMPERS
Register online or by phone Tues, Nov 19:
Session 1, A&B
Wed, Nov 20:
Session 2, C&D
Thurs, Nov 21: Session 3, E&F Fri, Nov 22:
Session 4, G&H
NEW CAMPERS
Register by phone only YMCA Member Registration Tues, November 26 Non-member Registration Thurs, November 28
REGISTER ONLINE AT: www.ymcacalgary.org/register
REGISTER BY PHONE: 403-269-6156 Toll Free: 866-430-9622
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CAMP CHIEF HECTOR SITE (OVERNIGHT AND DAY CAMPS) LENGTH OF CAMP DAY CAMP (5 DAYS) DAY CAMPS 6-9Y
6 DAY
ACCOMMODATIONS ONE MONTH
13 DAY
ACTIVITY OPTIONS
CABIN
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YURT
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MTN ARTS
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CHINIQUAY (7-9Y)
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YAMNUSKA (10-13Y)
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MISTAYA (10-11Y)
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KANANASKIN (12-13Y)
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PIONEER (14-15Y)
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LEADERSHIP (16Y)
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FAMILY CAMP (ALL AGES)
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OVERNIGHT CAMP BUS SERVICE (free of charge)
BUS SERVICE Drive . your camper to and from camp or drive them to the bus drop-off and pick-up lcoation.
GRAY JAY SITE
CAMP DESTINATION
PICK UP/DROP OFF LOCATION(s)
OPTIONAL/NOT OPTIONAL
Camp Chief Hector Main Site
Shawnessy & Shane Homes YMCA
Optional
DAY CAMP BUS SERVICE (additional charge) CAMP DESTINATION
PICK UP/DROP OFF LOCATION(s)
OPTIONAL/NOT OPTIONAL
Camp Chief Hector Main Site
Canmore & Exshaw
Optional
(OVERNIGHT CAMPS) LENGTH OF CAMP
DAY CAMP (5 DAYS)
6 DAY
13 DAY
ACCOMMODATIONS ONE MONTH
CABIN
TIPI
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ACTIVITY OPTIONS HIKE
CANOE
HORSE
FOXES (10-11Y)
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WOLVES (14-15Y)
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LEADERSHIP (16-17Y))
BUS SERVICE Drop-off and pick-up your camper at the Shane Homes YMCA at Rocky Ridge.
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OVERNIGHT CAMP BUS SERVICE (free of charge) CAMP DESTINATION
PICK UP/DROP OFF LOCATION(s)
OPTIONAL/NOT OPTIONAL
Gray Jay Site
Shane Homes YMCA
Not Optional
FOR A FULL LIST OF PROGRAMS AND PRICING, PLEASE VISIT YMCACALGARY.ORG/REGISTRATION
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