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BEST. SUMMER. EVER. Friendship, Accomplishment, Belonging At Y day camp, we are here to make your kids feel welcome. To help them quickly realize this is a place where they belong and can be themselves. Try new things. Make new friends. And be a part of something great. We are here to help your kids grow in every way. We meet them where they are, then give them opportunities to reach levels they never imagined. New skills. New experiences. New parts of themselves. We’re here to surround every child with support, guidance and fantastic chances to discover and learn. A chance to try until they succeed. A chance to explore new talents and interests. We are here to foster their curiosity. To encourage them to expand their comfort zones in what they do, who they know and what they believe. And discover what they are passionate FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE. At the Y,

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BEST. TIME. EVER. CONTENTS YOUTH SUMMER DAY CAMPS Bethlehem YMCA ........................................................................................... 5 YMCA of Easton, Phillipsburg & Vicinity ......................................... 6, 7, 8 Forks YMCA Education Center ............................................................ 9, 10 Nazareth YMCA ............................................................................ 11, 12, 13 Slate Belt YMCA................................................................................... 14, 15 Suburban North YMCA ....................................................................... 16, 17 Allentown YMCA

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OVERNIGHT CAMP YMCA Camp Kresge Wilkes-Barre Family YMCA ........................................... 22, 23

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BETHLEHEM YMCA 430 East Broad Street Bethlehem, PA 18018 T 610-867-7588

EXPLORERS PROGRAM Completed Kindergarten through Age 13. This eleven-week program provides lots of fun and activities for your child at our Bethlehem YMCA site. Campers are divided into age groups and weekly themes are incorporated into games, sports, arts and crafts. Field Trips and community outreach programs will be provided throughout the eleven weeks. Children have recreational swimming every day in the YMCA’s indoor pool and Friday is water activity day. This program is based in our building and on our outdoor playground. Breakfast, lunch and a morning and afternoon snack are provided. Campers must bring a water bottle (labeled with their name), set of extra clothing, swimsuit, and towel. Our space is limited, so sign up today! #1 Schools Out Jun 13-17 Come on out and meet new friends, build friendships that will last a life time. #2 Super Hero Week Jun 20-24 In our super heroes’ week we will meet some real life community heroes. #3 USA Rocks Jun 27-Jul 1 Come Celebrate America’s birthday! We will be having a doggie roast. #4 Animal Week (No Camp Jul 4) Jul 5-8 Learn all about different animals and their life styles. #5 Spirit Week Jul 11-15 We will learn about teamwork and participate with other YMCA’s in our annual Field Day. #6 Game Show Mania Jul 18-22 Kids will play games as seen on TV as well as making up their own game show. #7 Sports Week Jul 25-29 Campers will enjoy and learn about all sorts of sports and meet some football players and cheerleaders. #8 Art Week Aug 1-5 During our ARTrageous week, campers will explore their artistic side. #9 Outdoors Aug 8-12 Children will be learning about the outdoors and everything they need to know about camping. #10 Healthy Kids Week Learn about all the ways to stay healthy.

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#11 Farewell Carnival Aug 22-26 Our farewell carnival. Best way to end the BEST. SUMMER. EVER.

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EXPLORERS PROGRAM FEES Day Camp Y Member*

6:30 AM to 6:00 PM $150 per week

*Y Membership Required Register through the Child Care Business Office, which can be reached directly at 610-867-7588 x123 TITLE XX ACCEPTED

YMCA OF EASTON, PHILLIPSBURG & VICINITY 1225 West Lafayette Street Easton, PA 18042 T 610-258-6158

CLAIRE E. CHURCHMAN KIWANIS YOUTH SUMMER DAY CAMP Completed Kindergarten through Age 14. Camp is held on our thirteen-acre property in Easton where we spend the majority of our camp time outdoors enjoying our natural environment! Campers experience activities such as team building, arts and crafts, sports and fitness, swimming, and archery each day. Campers will need to pack a non-perishable and nut free lunch and snack, a water bottle, swimsuit, towel and sun block each day. Campers will experience theme related activities based on our weekly themes. #1 Make New Friends, Keep the Old Jun 13-17 Making new friends can be tough; this week we will be focusing on the friendships we will build all summer. Ice Breakers, teambuilding events, and games galore!

DAY CAMP FEES Day Camp Y Member Non Member

9 AM to 4 PM $120 per week $140 per week

Extended Care Options Early Bird 6:30 AM to 9 AM Night Owl 4 PM to 6:30 PM Y Member Non Member • •

$15 per week per Option $30 per week per Option

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#2 Wacky Science Jun 20-24 Become a mad scientists! Campers will dissect, measure, explore, and experiment. Did we mention this will get messy? #3 Where are the WILD THINGS? Jun 27-Jul 1 Dive into the jungle, and explore nature. Campers will go on hikes, and learn about the animals and world around us. Field Trip to Jacobsburg State Park. #4 Stars and Stripes (No Camp Jul 4) Jul 5-8 Celebrate with activities that showcase America’s history. Campers will create fun projects and end the week with a delicious Doggie Roast and camp picnic! #5 Olympic COLOR WAR Jul 11-15 Campers divide into teams for an epic battle of all battles. Compete in fun-filled activities that test the mind and body! Camp teams will then unite to demonstrate their sportsmanship at the Greater Valley YMCA Field Day July 13th! #6 LARGER THAN LIFE Jul 18-22 It’s going to be HUGE! This camp week is larger than life! All games and activities are blown out of proportion. Get ready to see everything BIGGER than normal. Camp Dance July 22! #7 Super Hero Jul 25-29 This week we will become super heros and then honor and celebrate local heroes. Field trip to an Iron Pigs game on July 27th! CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE

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YOUTH SUMMER DAY CAMP CONTINUED #8 We are Survivors Aug 1-5 Conquer the challenge! Work together to complete many fun and DISGUSTING challenges. A fun-filled week of brain teasers, deciphering hidden messages, and eating worms?!?! YUMMMM! Field Trip to Camp Kresge in White Haven, PA! #9 Space Is The Place Aug 8-12 This week will be out of this world! Blast off with space discoveries and explorations. Jedis needed to save our camp on these missions! #10 Backyard Bash Aug 15-19 Spend the week creating games and preparing activities for their very own Camp Carnival. #11 THE BEST OF CAMP 2016 Aug 22-26 Celebrate the end of camp 2016 with the summer’s favorite activities jam-packed into one week! Field Trip- Laser Light Bowling August 24.

COUNSELORS IN TRAINING (CIT Completed Grade 8 through Age 17 years. Limited to 6 CITs per week! CIT candidates must submit an application by Jun 1 to be considered for this specialized training program. Ask for an application at our Welcome Center! CIT CAMP Y Member Non Member

9 AM to 4 PM $75 per week $85 per week

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SPECIALTY CAMPS Specialty Camp Y Member Non Member

Gymnastics L1/2 Age 5-10 years Jun 20-24 (Levels 1/2) A fun camp for kids who are working on basic gymnastics skills on the floor, bars, beam and vault. Learn handstands, cartwheels, pullovers, dive rolls, and more while having fun, playing games and getting stronger! End-of-week show to demonstrate skills learned.

9 AM to 12 PM $65 per Camp $85 per Camp

ALTERNATIVE CAMPS GIRLS, GIRLS Age 8-12 years Jun 20-24 This camp is for GIRLS ONLY! Girls will pamper themselves with foot soaks, hot towel wraps, and reflexology. Learn how to relax with yoga and aromatherapy oils. This week will be about relaxing and doing all things girly.

Basketball Camp Age 4-10 years Jun 20-24 Work daily on the fundamentals of basketball through basic skills such as dribbling, passing, catching, shooting, teamwork and sportsmanship. Flag Football Age 4-10 years Jul 5-8 America’s favorite sport brought to you in this short sports camp – children will have summer fun working on basic skills of flag football.

Nature’s Art Box Age 5-10 years Jul 11-15 Create art with the world of nature found right outside our door! Practice mindfulness of nature, take a nature walk, collect the many treasures that will transform into paintings and other forms of expression. Ways of the Force I Age 5-10 years Jul 11-15 Ways of the Force II Age 5-10 years Aug 8-12 Children learn the ways of the FORCE from Jedi Masters Trevor, Mike and Nate. Build a Light Saber, Meditation, Sword Play and much more! May the FORCE be with you!

Gymnastics L3/4 Age 6-12 years Jul 25-29 (Levels 3/4) A fun camp for kids who are working on intermediate gymnastics skills on the floor, bars, beam and vault. Learn roundoffs, backbends, back handsprings, and more while having fun, playing games and getting stronger! End-of-week show to demonstrate skills learned.

Age 6-12 years Jul 25-29 LEGO® Camp I Come create with us! Building with LEGOs helps develop fine motor skills, and also fosters spatial reasoning and awareness of proportions and patterns! Free form building or follow directions.

Soccer Camp Age 7–11 years Aug 1-5 In this short summer offering, youth work on soccer skills, sportsmanship and team tactics. Participants must wear shin guards. Held at Stockertown Fields.

Theatre-Improv Age 8-14 years Jul 25-29 Love theatre? Campers can learn and improve skills such as storytelling, movement, and spontaneity while following the biggest rule in improv: "always say yes!" At the end of the week, campers will showcase some of the skills they learned.

Tennis Camp Age 6-12 years Aug 15-19 Nationally recognized QuickStart tennis format uses low-pressure balls and shortened court area. Loaner racquet provided. Emphasis on individual skill development, teamwork, and confidence in an active played-based format.

Chess Camp Age 8-14 years Aug 15-19 Exercise for the Brain! Learn from our resident chess master piece names and moves along with basic strategies. Taught at each individual child’s pace. No previous chess experience necessary. DANCE/CHEER CAMPS

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Cheernastics Age 5-10 years Jun 27-Jul 1 Cheer, tumble and dance throughout this fun camp for kids interested in the sport of cheerleading! Learn exciting routines that incorporate basic tumbling and stunts while gaining strength and flexibility and making new friends! End of week show to demonstrate skills learned. Dance Camp Age 5-10 years Aug 1-5 A camp for kids who are interested in the art of dance! Learn ballet, tap, jazz, modern, hip hop and more while having fun, playing games and gaining strength, flexibility and coordination. End of week show to demonstrate skills learned.

Completed Kindergarten to Age 14 If you register for Specialty Camp and would like to stay the rest of the day with our youth day camp program, PM Camp is for you! Extended care options also available (see page 4) Pick up and drop off at specialty camps available! PM Camp Y Member Non Member

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12 PM to 4 PM $75 per week $85 per week

FORKS YMCA EDUCATION CENTER 1350 Sullivan Trail Easton, PA 18040 T 610-250-7193

KAMP KATONGA Grade 1 to Grade 5 BUSY BEAVER CAMP Completed kindergarten Our summer camp is held at our facility and includes two days per week at Heil Pool, morning snack provided, as well as an optional lunch and afternoon snack. Like many YMCA Youth programs, it is about learning skills, developing character and making friends. But few environments are as special as Day Camp, where kids become a community as they learn both how to be more independent and how to contribute to a group as they engage in physical, social and educational activities. YMCA summer camp teaches self-reliance, a love for nature and the outdoors, and the development of attitudes and practices that build character and leadership. Pre Camp

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#1 Aloha Summer Jun 13-17 Grab your leis, grass skirts and Hawaiian shirts as we say Aloha! Join us for fun-filled play to help us kick off summer in a BIG way. #2 Superhero Academy Jun 20-24 Create capes, masks and dress as their favorite superhero to reveal their own inner super powers. #3 Get in the Game Jun 27-Jul 1 Learn about team work, sportsmanship and about sports from around the world. Enjoy friendly competition as we develop those motor skills. #4 Holiday Hullabaloo (No Camp Jul 4) July 5-8 Help us celebrate Independence Day with a variety of holidays. From Valentine’s Day to Thanksgiving, let’s celebrate and end with a party. #5 Mad Science July 11-15 Conduct science experiments that are fun and exciting. Campers will have hands-on learning and explore the amazing world of science. #6 Water Works Jul 18-22 Time to turn on the hoses and get wet and wild this week. Gain new skills in water play and water safety while getting soaked. #7 Extreme Chef Jul 25-29 Learn creative ways to make tasty meals and snacks for the whole family. Receive a recipe for each creation to start a cook book at home. #8 Music Through The Ages Aug 1-5 Welcome instruments, singing, musical games and dances from around the world! Activities focus on music in a variety of ways. #9 Capture The Flag Aug 8-12 Create your own flag then build a team flag. Let’s play a different version of Capture the Flag each day while team building. #10 Art-A-Palooza Aug 15-19 Let creativity run wild. Crafts, a talent show, theater and music; art comes in different forms and we will explore many of them. #11 Peace Out, Summer! Aug 22-26 Celebrate the end of summer with weeklong festivities that reflect on friendships made, accomplishments achieved and belonging to an experience that will create life-long memories.

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KAMP KATONGA / BUSY BEAVER FEES Day Camp Y Member Non Member

9 AM to 4 PM $120 per week $140 per week

Extended Care Options Early Bird 6:30 AM to 9 AM Night Owl 4 PM to 6:30 PM Y Member Non Member

$15 per week per Option $30 per week per Option

REGISTRATION LATE FEE If after 6 PM on Fridays All Camps $15

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SUMMER SPROUTS Ages 3 to 5 Years & Potty Trained Summer Sprout Camp is bursting with opportunities for extended learning throughout the summer. Supported by an understanding of children’s learning styles, interests and PA Early Learning Standards, the curriculum is designed to provide a myriad of activities to enhance cognitive, social, emotional and physical development; ultimately contributing to their success in school and throughout life.

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#1 Silly Seuss Jun 13 - 17 From Hop on Pop to Green Eggs and Ham – help us kick off the summer by taking a wild ride into the whimsical world of Dr. Seuss. “Oh, the Places You Will Go!”

3 Days (M/W/F) Y Member Non Member

8:30 AM to 12 PM $53 $61

#2 Blast Off Jun 20-24 Did you ever look out at the stars and wonder what goes on out in space? Campers will learn about the planets, stars and all the other mysteries of the galaxy.

5 Days (M-F) Y Member Non Member

8:30 AM to 12 PM $77 $88

#3 Imagination Kingdom Jun 27-Jul 1 Explore the magical world of a campers’ imagination. Campers create popular characters and end the week dressing as their favorite or newly made hero, monster, prince or princess.

REGISTRATION LATE FEE If after 6 PM on Fridays All Camps $15

#4 It’s a Circus (No Camp Jul 4) Jul 5-8 Come one, come all…It’s a circus all week long. Become a ringmaster or sideshow presenter as we go under the Big Top.

SUMMER KINDERGARTEN READINESS PROGRAM Aug 8-19

#5 Dinosaurs Jul 11-15 Campers will explore the stomping grounds of these great prehistoric animals while searching for interesting and ancient fossils.

This program will reinforce literacy skills along with math, science and the arts in preparation for transition to Kindergarten for the 2016-2017 School Year. FREE to those that qualify!

#6 Frozen in July Jul 18-22 It’s getting hot out there! Time to turn on the hoses and get wet and wild this week. Gain new skills in water play and water safety while getting soaked. #7 Wild, Wild West Jul 25-29 Put on your cowboy and cowgirl hats and head down to the Wild West. You’ll find a round-up of activities and games that will make you shout “Yee-haw!” #8 Camp Olympics Aug 1-5 Let the games begin! Experience the summer games and the friendly competition that goes with them. Everyone will be a winner at the end of this week.

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#9 Ocean Adventures Aug 8-12 Deep-sea adventures are in store for these young campers as they explore the mysteries of the deep through games and crafts.

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#10 Lil Scientist Aug 15-19 Let’s dabble in science experiments that are fun and exciting. Activities will provide campers with hands-on learning to introduce and explore the amazing world of science.

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#11 Peace Out, Summer! Aug 22-26 Celebrate the end of summer with weeklong festivities that reflect on friendships made, accomplishments achieved and belonging to an experience that will create life-long memories.

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Saturday April 30 9 AM to 11 AM Tuesday, May 10 6 PM to 7 PM

NAZARETH YMCA 33 South Main Street Nazareth, PA 18064 T 610-759-3440

CAMP EAGLE FEATHER Entering K through Grade 4 CAMP BEAR CLAW Entering Grade 5 to Grade 7 Nazareth YMCA has offered a traditional camping program for youngsters in the greater Nazareth area for more than 30 years. The program provides fun-filled outdoor experiences including science and nature, sports and craft activities. Our summer camp is held at the Nazareth Borough Park and swim will be at the Boro pool on Tuesday and Thursday. #1 Ignite Summer Jun 13-17 Help us set the tone and kick off summer right with outdoor games, crafts, sports, a variety of get-to-know-you activities. #2 Fantasy Week Jun 20-24 Campers will have the chance to exercise their power of imagination all while making new friends and trying new activities. #3 Pure Pennsylvania Jun 27-Jul 1 Get to know the Keystone State, while exploring the wonders of the state we live in. Field Trip: Quiet Valley. #4 Party at the Y (No Camp Jul 4) Jul 5-8 Celebrate our Nation's Birthday with Slip 'n Slides, watermelon contest, dance party, finishing with a BBQ. #5 Colorific Jul 11-15 Red, Yellow, Green, & Blue…gear up for a week long COLOR WAR! #6 Fit and Fun Jul 18-22 We will be focused on all of the fun involved with being an active camper. Field Trip to Camp Kresge in White Haven, PA! #7 Y’s Got Talent Jul 25-29 Let your inner performer shine at camp. Show us what you've got. #8 H2WOW Aug 1-5 Join us for a week of water fun. Campers will enjoy swimming and water activities. Field Trip to the Little Mermaid at DeSales University! #9 Mystery Week Aug 8-12 Put on your detective hat and join us for a week filled with different twists, plots and turns as teams of campers set out to discover who and what has been behind all the mysteries at camp! #10 Build It Week Aug 15-19 This week is for all of our creative campers. There will be tons of different challenges that groups will need to conquer. Field Trip to Canal Museum. #11 Aloha to Summer Aug 22-26 Say good-bye to new friends and make lots of crazy special moments to last us until next summer.

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DAY CAMP FEES Day Camp Y Member Non Member

9 AM to 4 PM $120 per week $140 per week

Activity Fee

$10 per week*

*Waived with Nazareth Borough Pool Membership

Extended Care Options Early Bird 6 AM to 9 AM Night Owl 4 PM to 6 PM Y Member Non Member

$15 per week per Option $30 per week per Option

REGISTRATION LATE FEE If after 6 PM on Fridays All Camps $15

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CAMP FIREFLY Preschoolers Age 3 to 5. A fun camp just for preschoolers! Parents should send a snack and a drink. Must be potty trained to attend. #1 Let’s Move It, Move It! Jun 13-16 Red Light, Yellow Light, Green Light Go….Oh, the places we will go! Steer yourself in any direction you choose either by land, sea, air, or shoes. #2 Fun at the Fair Jun 20-23 Yummy food and exciting carnival games are what makes the fair so fun. #3 When I grow Up! Jul 11-14 Doctor, dentist, mail carrier, police officer… What do you want to be when you grow up? #4 Little Zookeepers Jul 18-21 Join us as we take a look at different habitats at the zoo and learn how we can care for the animals there. #5 Fun in the Arts Aug 1-4 Enjoy creating your own masterpieces using paint and watercolors. #6 Pre-School of Rock Aug 8-11 Kids will go bananas with excitement over this great week of music, dancing, and singing.

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CAMP FIREFLY FEES Day Camp Y Member Non Member

Monday to Thursday 8:30 AM to 12:30 PM $60 per week $70 per week

REGISTRATION LATE FEE If after 6 PM on Fridays All Camps $15

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SPECIALTY CAMPS Specialty Camp Y Member Non Member

Sports Sampler Age 5-10 years Jun 13-17 Kids need opportunities to try new things, explore and test new abilities–just for fun. Introduce children to a variety of sports-related activities, while encouraging healthy attitudes about play.

9 AM - 12 PM $65 per Camp $85 per Camp

DANCE/GYMNASTICS Our Dance and Gymnastics Camps feature an end-ofthe-week Parent’s Showcase Little Princess Ballet Age 4-7 years Jul 18-22 Young dancers will learn and act out scenes from a play. Students will also create a new craft each day that pertains to the play. Attire: Leotard, tights, ballet skirt, pink ballet shoes. Happy Hip-Hop Age 5-10 years Aug 8-12 Dancers will learn beginner to intermediate Hip-Hop and Jazz terminology and steps. Attire: Comfortable dance pants or leotard. Black hip hop sneakers or regular sneakers.

Jedi Training Age 5-10 years Jun 18-22 For seekers of Jedi Wisdom! Jedi Training is a fun way for your kids to stay fit while encouraging creativity along with the benefits that come from respect and meditation. Flag Football Age 7-13 years Aug 1-5 Children will learn passing and other aspects of the game that will keep them active and help them develop skills such as hand-eye coordination. In addition, children will have an opportunity to develop leadership skills and build self-esteem as they improve their technique. ARTS/HUMANITY Play & Learn Spanish Age 7-11 years Jun 13-17 Uno, dos, tres…¡Vamos! (1, 2, 3… Let’s go!) Come learn numbers, greetings and fun words in Spanish.

BEGINNER Gymnastics B-I Age 4-8 years Jul 11-15 Gymnastics B-II Age 4-8 years Aug 15-19 Young gymnasts will learn basic beginner gymnastics skills. Students will focus on form and technique while working on the floor, bar, vault, and beam. Attire: Leotard, footless tights, dance pants or shorts. INTERMEDIATE & ADVANCED Gymnastics A-I Age 6-10 years Jul 18-22 Gymnastics A-II Age 6-10 years Aug 8-12 Gymnasts at this level will learn intermediate and advanced gymnastics skills. Students will work on the floor, bar, beam, and vault. Participants will also do strength and circuit training to improve stamina and strength. Attire: Leotard, footless tights, dance pants or shorts. Acro Tricks Age 8-12 years Aug 1-5 Auditorium. Participants will learn intermediate and advanced level dance, gymnastics, and contortion. Students will focus on learning how to safely complete different floor tricks and skills. Some time will be spent on conditioning and technique. Attire: Leotard, footless tights, dance pants or shorts. Saturdays Gymnastics Fun Age 5-10 years Jul 9- Aug 6 Students will focus on form and technique while working on the floor, bar, vault, and beam.

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Adventures is Art Age 6-10 years Jun 20-24 Craft a creation! Young artists are introduced to a variety of art media that may include drawing, painting, clay creations, paper mache, and much more. Please send campers in appropriate clothing or with a smock. Cupcake Wars I Age 9 and older Jun 20-24 Cupcake Wars II Age 9 and older Jul 25-29 The competition is on in the sweetest way as campers learn the basics of baking and then let their creative side go wild as they create and decorate cupcakes. Comedy Club Age 7-11 years Jul 11-15 Kids get their funny on in this week-long camp, that helps them develop self-confidence, quick-thinking skills, teamwork, and public-speaking abilities while getting them on their feet, laughing and being as silly as they wanna be. Camp Creativity Age 7-11 years Jul 18-22 Develop your creativity with drawing, painting, sculpting and many more cool arts and crafts projects.

SLATE BELT YMCA 315 West Pennsylvania Avenue Pen Argyl, PA 18072 T 610-881-4470

YOUTH SUMMER CAMP Entering Kindergarten through Grade 7. Ten weeks of fun in the sun packed with sports, science and nature and craft activities! Your child will make friendships and memories that last a lifetime. #1 Hello Summer Jun 13-17 Meet new friends and unite with the old. This week we set the tone for summer with outdoor games, crafts, sports, and water activities. We will end the week with a Giant Slip & Slide. #2 Water Works Jun 20-24 There is no better way to spend a hot summer day than in water. This week will be packed with fun water activities. Field Trip: Mauch Chunk Lake #3 Celebrate America Jun 27-Jul 1 Honor all things red, white, & blue as we celebrate the upcoming 4th of July holiday and America’s Birthday. We will end the week with a camp Doggie Roast. #4 Art Explosion (No Camp Jul 4) Jul 5-8 Paint, chalk, clay, & more! This week we will push your creativity to the limit. Field Trip: Crayola Experience #5 Game On! Jul 11-15 Learn team building and good sportsmanship as we prepare for our field day competition with our fellow Greater Valley YMCA camps. #6 Blast From the Past Jul 18-22 Campers will travel through the 50’s, 60’s, 70’s and 80’s experiencing the past through dance, music, and clothes. We will end this week with a sock hop and root beer floats.

DAY CAMP FEES Day Camp Y Member Non Member

9 AM to 4 PM $120 per week $140 per week

Extended Care Options Early Bird 6 AM to 9 AM Night Owl 4 PM to 6 PM Y Member Non Member

$15 per week per Option $30 per week per Option

REGISTRATION LATE FEE If after 6 PM on Fridays All Camps $15 CAMP MUNCHKIN Ages 3 to 5 years Camps are organized around a different theme each week. Youngsters work on art projects, sing songs, enjoy story time and play games. Children must be potty trained to attend. Parents should send a water bottle. Registration must be done by 6 PM on the Friday of the preceding week. This program fills quickly and space is limited, so register early!! #1 Aloha Summer Jun 27-Jul 1 Put on your Leis and Hawaiian shirts and get ready for some Hawaiian fun.

#7 Sports Mania Jul 25-29 This week we are going to hit one out of the ball park when we see the Iron Pigs take on the Syracuse Chiefs at Coca Cola Park.

#2 Animal Antics Jul 18-22 Children will be discovering the animal world. They will learn about farm, zoo, & jungle animals.

#8 YMCA Superstars Aug 1-5 Practice, Practice, Practice! This week campers have the opportunity to display their special talents as we get ready for our 2nd Annual Day Camp Talent Show.

#3 Wacky Science Jul 25-29 Measure, pour, stir and voila! Children will explore the world of science through many hands on experiments.

#9 Science Week Aug 8-12 Campers will explore the world of science and participate in some crazy experiments! Field Trip: The Franklin Institute. #10 Camp Carnival Aug 15-19 It’s our last hurrah of summer. Our campers will be busy this week creating games and activities and preparing for our very own Camp Carnival. What a great way to end our summer at camp!

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#4 Silly Seuss Aug 8-12 Join us as we take part on a wild ride into the whimsical world of Dr. Suess! “A person’s a person, no matter how small.” - Dr. Suess Camp Day Y Member Non Member

9:30 AM to 11:30 PM $60 per week $70 per week

SLATE BELT YMCA CONTINUED SPECIALTY CAMPS Specialty Camp Y Member Non Member

9 AM - 12 PM $65 per Camp $85 per Camp

Gymnastics and Dance camps will incorporate skills and techniques and some days may include a craft or activity. Please meet in the Program Studio on the first day of camp! GYMNASTICS CAMPS BEGINNER Gymnastics B-I Age 4-8 years Jul 18-22 Gymnastics B-II Age 4-8 years Aug 8-12 A camp for beginning gymnasts to focus on basic form and proper techniques. Attire: Leotard, footless tights, dance pants or shorts. INTERMEDIATE & ADVANCED Gymnastics A-I Age 6-10 years Jul 11-15 Gymnastics A-II Age 6-10 years Aug 15-19 This camp is designed for gymnasts who have some prior experience. We will be practicing intermediate and some more advanced skills. Attire: Leotard, footless tights, dance pants or shorts. Acro Tricks Age 8-12 years Aug 1-5 Participants will learn intermediate and advanced level dance, gymnastics, and contortion. Attire: Leotard, footless tights, dance pants or shorts. DANCE CAMPS Fairytale Ballet Age 4-8 years Jul 11-15 Students will learn about a different princess each day. Attire: Leotard, tights, ballet skirt, pink ballet shoes. Peter Pan Theater Age 6-10 years Jul 18-22 Students will learn about Peter Pan and act out scenes from the play. Students will also create a new craft each day that pertains to the play. Attire: Leotard, tights, dance pants, pink ballet shoes. Happy Hip-Hop Age 7-12 years Aug 8-12 Students will learn jazz and hip-hop warm ups, across-thefloor progressions, and fun and age-appropriate dance routines. Attire: Comfortable dance pants or leotard. Black hip-hop sneakers. SPORTS Big 5 Age 6-12 years Aug 1-5 Challenge yourself with a new sport everyday. Sports include: football, soccer, basketball, baseball, and tennis. Lego® Camp Age 6-10 years Aug 8-12 Come build with us. Building with LEGOS will spark your creativity as you create new creations everyday. A new and exciting art activity will be done everyday.

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SURVIVAL CAMPS Nature Survival for Grades 7 to 9 Jul 11-15 Can you survive outdoors? Participants will learn skills in survival such as: orienteering, first aid, compass skills, outdoor cooking, knot tying, trail signs, Morse code, and more. Supplies included. Little Survivor for Grades 3 to 5 Jul 11-15 Can you survive the outdoors? Participants will learn skills in survival such as: Map reading, Morse code, hiking, orienteering, knot tying, and more. Survival Camp Y Member Non Member

9 AM - 12 PM $75 per Camp $95 per Camp

SUBURBAN NORTH YMCA 880 Walnut Street Catasauqua, PA 18032 T 610-264-5221

YOUTH SUMMER CAMP Age 5 to Age 14 years. Kids are free to be themselves at Y Summer Day Camp! Our camps offer theme weeks, swimming, field trips, crafts, outdoor adventures and more. Note: A season pass or daily pool fees to the Catasauqua pool is required and may be purchased at the Y. There are no extra costs for field trips or special events. #1 Ignite Your Summer Jun 13-17 Grab your sunglasses, water bottle & get ready for a fun week to start off the summer! End the week with a giant slip & slide! #2 Nature Discovery Jun 20-24 Each day will be an adventure that fosters an understanding, appreciation, and love for their natural world. Special visit to camp from the Lehigh Valley Zoo #3 Celebrations Jun 27-Jul 1 Come join your friends as we celebrate summer fun! Limbo, corn hole, & tug of war are some of the games will play at our annual 4th of July Camp Cookout! #4 Y Rock Star (No Camp Jul 4) Jul 5-8 We’re singing, we’re grooving, and we’re bringing the drama. A camp-wide talent show will cap off this week #5 Spirit Week Jul 11-15 Meet and compete with all your fellow Y campers across the Lehigh Valley! Teams will create banners, songs, cheers and mascots for our annual Y Field Day held at the Nazareth Borough Park. #6 Pennsylvania Pride Jul 18-22 From Philadelphia to Pittsburgh to our very own town of Catasauqua, this week will be all about celebrating the great state we live in. We will visit both the George Taylor and Biery Houses! #7 Sports Galore Jul 25-29 Baseball, basketball, and kickball are just some of the sports we will be playing this week. Field Trip to an Iron Pigs Game! #8 Color Chaos Aug 1-5 We’re opening up the crayon box and coloring outside the lines! Take part in fun challenges with a color chaos champion crowned at the end of the week! #9 Globetrotters Aug 8-12 Pack your bags and grab your passports. We’re off on a new adventure every day! Hampton Lanes will be our field trip this week. #10 Art Explosion Aug 15-19 This week is all about exploring new art mediums including watercolor, chalk, weaving and more! #11 Camp Rewind Aug 22-26 What was your favorite thing we did this summer? Spend this last week revisiting all our favorite camp activities as we put the summer on rewind!

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DAY CAMP FEES Day Camp Y Member Non Member

9 AM to 4 PM $120 per week $140 per week

Extended Care Options Early Bird 6 AM to 9 AM Night Owl 4 PM to 6 PM Y Member Non Member

$15 per week per Option $30 per week per Option

REGISTRATION LATE FEE If after 6 PM on Fridays All Camps $15 SUBURBAN SPROUTS Ages 3 to 5 years Organized around a different theme each week. Youngsters work on art projects, sing songs, enjoy story time, outdoor play and water games. Parents should send a snack and drink each day! #1 Ignite your Summer! Jun 13-17 Outdoor games, crafts, sports and a variety of “get to know you” camp activities. Giant slip & slide! #2 Zoofari Jun 20-24 Exploring the world of zoo animals through crafts and activities. #3 Superheros Jul 11-15 It’s a bird…It’s a plane…It’s SUPERHERO WEEK!! Wear your favorite superhero shirts! #4 Once Upon A Y Jul 18-22 Dive into the world of literature and learn about famous storybook characters. #5 Color Chaos Aug 1-5 We’re opening up the crayon box and coloring outside the lines! #5 Dino-SOAR Aug 15-19 Dinosaurs and birds come together for this prehistoric adventure! Camp Day Y Member Non Member

9 AM to 12 PM $60 per week $70 per week

SUBURBAN NORTH YMCA CONTINUED SPECIALTY DANCE CAMPS

SPECIALTY CAMPS Specialty Camp Y Member Non Member

Monday-Friday, Times Vary $65 per Camp $85 per Camp

Lego® Camp I Age 5-9 years Jun 20-24 Age 5-9 years Jul 18-22 Lego® Camp II Mon-Fri, 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM The possibilities are endless! In this co-ed class, children will build, dream and explore different LEGO® adventures. Please pack a drink and a snack. Basketball I Age 5-9 years Jun 20-24 Basketball II Age 5-9 years Jul 18-22 Mon-Fri, 12 PM - 4 PM This co-ed program, campers will learn rules, emphasize skills instruction and practice in the areas of shooting, dribbling, passing, rebounding and defense. We will use the YMCA Gymnasium for this camp. Please pack a drink. Field Hockey GRADES 5 & 6 Jun 27-29 Mon-Tue-Wed, 9:30 AM - 2 PM - GIRLS ONLY! Develop the skills needed to take this sport to the next level. Learn the fundamentals and rules of the game or continue as a player by focusing on stick handling, ball control, and shooting techniques. You must bring a stick, mouth guard, shin guards and cleats. In the event of inclement weather, activities will be held in our gymnasium, so bring sneakers too. Please pack a drink. Volleyball GRADES 5-8 Jul 11-15 Mon-Tue-Wed, 9:30 AM - 2 PM Develop the skills needed to take this sport to the next level. Learn the fundamentals and rules of the game or continue as a player by focusing passing, setting, hitting and serving, as well as incorporating essential life lessons like teamwork and sportsmanship. This camp will be held in our gymnasium. Please pack a drink. NEW THIS YEAR - DOUBLE THE FUN Double Take I Age 5-9 years Jun 20-24 Double Take II Age 5-9 years Jul 18-22 Mon-Fri, 9:30 AM - 4 PM New this summer, kids can exercise both their minds and bodies by participating in Lego Camp and Basketball Camp. Youngsters will enjoy 6½ hours of fun at the Y! Y Member Non Member

$100 $120

Dance Camp Y Member Non Member

Days, Times Vary $65 per Camp $85 per Camp

Diva Dance Age 7-12 years Dates below Dance like a star and have a blast learning cool jazz and hip hop dance moves and fun routines! Dancers will explore their creative side when designing their own diva t-shirt! Jazz and Hip Hop shoes are required. Campers will create a routine to be performed the final day of camp. Parents, family and friends are invited to attend the “Diva Show” the final day of camp. Campers should pack a drink and a snack. Two Choices! I: Jun 11-Jul 16 II: Jul 11-15

Days Saturdays Mon to Fri

Times 12:30 PM-3:30 PM 11 AM-2:30 PM

Acro Age 5 years & Up Jun 11-Jul 16 Saturdays, 11:30 AM - 3:00 PM. Campers of different abilities and ages will learn or sharpen their tumbling/dance skills. Acro is a style of dance that combines classical dance techniques with precision acrobatic elements. Campers will learn a routine to be performed the last day of camp for family and friends. Campers need to pack a lunch. Dance Like a Princess Age 4-6 years Dates Below In this “magical dance camp”, ballet skills will be explored, along with a daily “princess” themed class, princess-inspired arts & crafts, stories and etiquette. Ballet shoes are required. Campers will create a routine to be performed the final day of camp. Parents, family and friends are invited to attend the “Princess Camp Show” the final day of camp. Campers should pack a drink and a lunch. Two Choices! I: Jul 23-Aug 27 II: Aug 8-12

Days Saturdays Mon to Fri

Times 9:30 AM-12:30 PM 11:30 AM to 2:30 PM

Twinkle Toes* Dance Age 2-4 years Dates Below Your tot will explore music and movement in this intro to ballet class. Each week of camp will revolve around a nursery rhyme and will also include a craft and a story. Some themed classes include: Twinkle, Twinkle Little Star; Hey Diddle Diddle; and Oh Where Oh Where Has My Little Dog Gone. Campers need to pack a drink and snack. Two Choices! I: Jul 23-Aug 27 II: Jul 25-29 Y Member Non Member

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Days Saturdays Mon to Fri $48 $70

Times 9:30 AM-11:30 PM 12:30 AM to 2:30 PM

*Special Fee for this two hour camp!

ALLENTOWN YMCA & YWCA

BETTER TOGETHER!

425 South 15th Street Allentown, PA 18102 T 610-351-9622

In January 2016, the Allentown YMCA and YWCA began a management agreement with the Greater Valley YMCA and began the due diligence process to merge.

CAMP EXPLORATION Age Completed K to Grade 6. Camp experience includes: Positive developmental curriculum; Confidence building through ageappropriate activities; Opportunities to explore nature, develop new talents and gain independence; Daily experiences that support the four core values of the YMCA: Caring, Respect, Responsibility, and Honesty; Friendships made, accomplishments achieved and belonging to an experience that will create life-long memories.

CAMP EXPLORATION LOCATION 425 South 15th Street, Allentown

#1 Aloha Summer Jun 20-24 Welcome summer and to Y Camp! Have fun this week playing various Hawaiian-themed games, musical beach towels, beach ball bonanza, hula hoops, and more. #2 Super Heros Jun 27-Jul 1 Superman! Spiderman! Batman! Wonder Woman! Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles! Don’t forget your capes and masks this week, because we’ll be flying around fighting crime, and using our cool super powers! #3 Water Games (No Camp Jul 4) Jul 5-8 Let’s get Wet and Wild! We will be playing fun water games all week! #4 American Pride Jul 11-15 During American Pride week we will participate in activities that celebrate our country, pride in our land and cultures. Activities and games include whiffle ball, four square, pie throwing contest, and strawberry, banana, blueberry kabobs. #5 Under the Sea Jul 18-22 Let’s dive into summer by celebrating the awesome marine life! Get creative and come ready to jam with the clams, and cut a rug with a sea slug, because everybody knows that it is hotter under the water! #6 Science Exploration Jul 25-29 Challenge yourself this week as you explore and discover Super Science. Get ready to get messy as you create your own slime. #7 Space in the Place Aug 1–5 Trip to outer space! Students work in small groups to create their own script, costumes and backdrop for an outer space theme play. # 8 Fabulous Fair Aug 8–12 Step right up for a fabulous and imagination-packed fair & circus-themed week! Play classic and new fair games. Come one, come all for a fabulous fair week! #9 Emergency Services Aug 15-19 The police department, EMT and fire departments will come this week and explain why their services save lives. #10 Camp Exploration’s Got Talent Aug 22-26 We’ve got talent! We’re singing, we’re grooving, and we’re bringing the drama! A camp-wide talent show will cap off the week.

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PRE/POST CAMP Pre Camp Jun 15-17 Post Camp Aug 29-Sep 2 Y Member Non Member

$75 $95

DAY CAMP FEES Day Camp

9 AM to 4 PM

5 Day Summer Camp Y Member $150 per week Non Member $170 per week 3 Day Summer Camp Y Member $80 per week Non Member $100 per week Extended Care Options AM 6 AM to 9 AM PM 4 PM to 6 PM Y Member Non Member

$15 per week per Option $30 per week per Option

REGISTRATION LATE FEE If after 6 PM on Monday prior to your session start date. All Camps $15

HIGHLIGHTS

CAMP EXPLORATION • • • • • • • • •

Indoor Pool Playground/Gymnasium Arts & Crafts Sports & Fitness Science & Cooking Field Trips Educational Presenters DHS Licensed Facility Lunch Program Option

ALLENTOWN YMCA & YWCA CONTINUED CAMP MACUNGIE Age Completed K to Grade 6. Camp experience includes: Positive developmental curriculum; Confidence building through age appropriate activities; Opportunities to explore nature, develop new talents and gain independence; Daily experiences that support the four core values of the YMCA: Caring, Respect, Responsibility, and Honesty; Friendships made, accomplishments achieved and belonging to an experience that will create life-long memories. #1 Bugs Life Jun 20-24 This week at camp the children will be exploring all the creepy crawlies the earth has to offer. We will make our own bugs and catchers. We will explore the life cycle of bugs and explore the differences between arachnids and insects. #2 Minions and Sidekicks Jun 27-Jul 1 BANANA! Join Phil, Kevin and Bob as we have fun with the little yellow guys! Sidekicks will take over this week as we forget about the superheroes and supervillains and play games and do projects that highlight how lost we would be without our favorite sidekicks. #3 Back Yard Cookout Kid’s Edition Jul 5-8 (No Camp Jul 4) Come and join us for a week of tastefully-simple outdoor cooking. We will learn about proper food handling, party planning and make our own cookbooks! Wrap up with a cook out on Friday! #4 Under the Sea Jul 11-15 Darling it’s better down where it’s wetter! Come join us for a week of water play! We will be having water battles and slip and slides. The children will spend the week learning about amazing creatures under the water from krill to whales. #5 Pokemon: Gotta Catch ‘Em All Jul 18-22 Have your Pokeballs ready. We will spend the week catching and training our Pokemon and even creating new pocket monsters. #6 Rock of Ages Jul 25-29 Rock on as we explore rock ‘n roll through the decades. Visiting musicians talk to the children about music. We will make our own instruments. Learn different dances such as swing, the twist and the hand jive. #7 Little Chefs-Lean Cuisine Aug 1-5 Focus on simple, healthy recipes the children can make. Learn menu planning and table setting. Learn about different tools of the trade. Grocery store field trip! #8 Monster Madness Aug 8-12 Eeek! Yetis, werewolves, and zombies. We will be exploring the myths and legends of monsters throughout time. We will be playing zombie tag and having mummy races. #9 Amazon Adventures Aug 15-19 In the jungle, the mighty jungle, the campers have some fun… Join us as we float down the river (Don’t worry we will avoid all the piranhas and alligators) and meet all the sloths and parrots and wonderful creatures of the Amazon. We will also explore the tribes of people that live there. #10 Marvelous Machines Aug 22-26 Start your engines! This week is all about cars, trucks, and motorcycles. We will make our own cars. Camp will be hosted at two different locations: Camp Macungie Location on Mon & Tue and Camp Exploration at the Allentown YMCA on Wed, Thu, Fri.

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CAMP MACUNGIE LOCATION 50 Poplar Street, Macungie PRE/POST CAMP Held at 425 S 15th St, Allentown Pre Camp Jun 15-17 Post Camp Aug 29-Sep 2 Y Member Non Member

$75 $95

DAY CAMP FEES Day Camp Y Member Non Member

9 AM to 4 PM $150 per week $170 per week

Extended Care Options AM 7 AM to 9 AM PM 4 PM to 6 PM Y Member Non Member

$15 per week per Option $30 per week per Option

REGISTRATION LATE FEE If after 6 PM on Monday prior to your session start date. All Camps $15

HIGHLIGHTS CAMP MACUNGIE • • • • • • • •

Outdoor Pool Pavilion Playground/Sports Fields Arts & Crafts Sports & Fitness Science & Cooking Field Trips Educational Presenters

ALLENTOWN YMCA & YWCA CONTINUED CAMP SUMMER SPROUTS Age 3 to 5 years. Camp experience includes: Positive developmental curriculum; Confidence building through age appropriate activities; Opportunities to explore nature, develop new talents and gain independence; Daily experiences that support the four core values of the YMCA: Caring, Respect, Responsibility, and Honesty; Friendships made, accomplishments achieved and belonging to an experience that will create life-long memories. #1 Aloha Summer Jun 20-24 Welcome summer and to Y Camp! We will travel to Hawaii this week and discover all it has to offer! We will play Hawaiian games, learn different Hawaiian words, and end our week with a Luau and hula our way into summer! #2 Rumble in the Jungle Jun 27-Jul 1 Stomp, Growl & Roarrrrr! Grab your binoculars and jungle gear and get ready to go on a safari adventure. Take a walk on the “wild side” as campers explore the amazing discoveries of jungle life. A week-long jungle hunt will end with a “Jamming Jungle Jubilee”. #3 Dinosaur Dig (No Camp Jul 4) Jul 5-8 Get ready to travel back in time when Dinosaurs ruled the world! This week we will become paleontologists to explore and discover how dinosaurs lived, what they ate, and even how they became extinct! #4 American Pride Jul 11-15 Show your red, white, and blue pride this week! We will learn about our country and what the word pride means. It is time to celebrate the USA’s Birthday! #5 Under The Sea Jul 18-22 Let’s dive into summer by celebrating the awesome marine life! Get creative and come ready to jam with the clams, and cut a rug with a sea slug, because everybody knows that it is hotter under the water! #6 Let’s Go Camping Jul 25-29 Get your hiking gear on and get ready to make discoveries in the forest! We will be bringing the outdoors indoors, pitch a tent, make s'mores, and learn through nature! #7 Space in the Place Aug 1-5 We’re going on a trip in our favorite rocket ship! Get ready to learn about the planets, stars, and all the wonders of outer space. Who knows we might even come across some aliens along the way! #8 Wet and Wild Aug 8-12 Get ready, get set, GET WET! What is water? Why do we need water? These are just some of the things we will discover while learning through water play and getting wet! #9 Let’s Move It, Move It! Aug 15-19 Red Light, Yellow Light, Green Light Go……Oh, the places we will go! Steer yourself in any direction you choose either by land, sea, air or shoes. There’s fun to be done inside and out. Come join your friends to mill about. #10 Silly Suess! Aug 22-26 From Hop on Pop to Green Eggs and Ham – join us as we take a wild ride into the whimsical world of Dr. Seuss! “The more that you read, the more things you will know. The more that you learn the more places you’ll go!” (Dr. Seuss)

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CAMP SUMMER SPROUTS 425 South 15th Street, Allentown DAY CAMP FEES Day Camp

9 AM to 12 PM

5 Day Summer Camp Y Member $95 per week Non Member $115 per week 3 Day Summer Camp Y Member $60 per week Non Member $80 per week REGISTRATION LATE FEE If after 6 PM on Monday prior to your session start date. All Camps $15

HIGHLIGHTS

CAMP SUMMER SPROUTS • • • • • •

Playground/Gymnasium Arts & Crafts Sports & Fitness Science & Cooking Educational Presenters DHS Licensed Facility

ALLENTOWN YMCA & YWCA CONTINUED SPECIALTY CAMPS Specialty Camp Y Member Non Member

9 AM - 12 PM $65 per Camp $85 per Camp

ALTERNATIVE CAMPS Adventures in Art Age 7-13 years Jul 25-29 Craft a creation! This unique, hands-on camp introduces young artists to a variety of art media that includes drawing, painting, sculpting and much more! Wildlife Camp Age 7-13 years Aug 15-19 Go Wild for Wildlife! Your camper will enjoy an adventurous week taking nature walks, going on scavenger hunts, visiting the Trout Creek Fish Hatchery, Lehigh Valley Zoo as well as a local preserve and so much more! Little Chefs Age 7-13 years Jul 11-15 Campers will learn the basics of cooking and prepare their own lunch daily. Throughout the camp, beginning with the basics of kitchen safety, campers will participate in hands-on culinary classes in the Kitchen at the Allentown YMCA and YWCA all while using real recipes easy enough to duplicate with the family at home. We also cover nutrition, ingredient information, and food safety. The end of camp will culminate in campers cooking lunch for members of the Allentown YMCA and YWCA.

AQUATICS CAMPS Guard Start Age 11-14 Jul 18-22 American Red Cross Guard Start: Lifeguarding Tomorrow™ provides a foundation of lifeguarding and life skills. For youth with swimming skills, this program makes an ideal transition between Red Cross Learn-to-Swim and the Lifeguard Training Course. Guard Start focuses on five key areas including; prevention of aquatic accidents, fitness and swimming skills, emergency response, leadership skills and professionalism as a lifeguard. Kids must also pass the prerequisites before allowed to participate in Guard Start. Ability to swim the front crawl for 25 yards continuously while breathing to the front or side. Ability to tread water for 1 minute using arms and legs. Ability to submerge and swim a distance of 10 feet underwater.

Science Camp Age 5-13 years Aug 8-12 Do you crave fun and exciting science experiments that are mind riveting, challenging, and educational? Do you want to engage in a hands on experience, acquire knowledge, and be able to impress your family and friends? If so, sign up for this amazing and well-rounded science camp experience at the Allentown YMCA and YWCA! Kids will discover the fun in science topics through exciting experiments and interactive experiences that will spark their curiosity. After covering several science topics campers will be able to select from a variety of science projects to be completed on the last day of camp and entered into a science fair.

Rowing Camp Age 14-18 Aug 1-5 Enhance your aerobic and anaerobic endurance with competitive rowing! Campers will learn the fundamentals of competitive rowing including; proper technique and mechanics, cardiovascular training and racing strategies. Campers will train on our Concept 2 Erg machines at the Allentown YMCA and YWCA and have the ability to test their newly acquired skills on the Lehigh River. Campers will finish their training by racing on the water with the assistance of the Lehigh University rowing team.

DANCE CAMP Step It Up Dance Age 7-13 years Jun 27-Jul 1 Dance like a pop star while learning cool hip hop moves in this fast-paced, high-energy camp. It’s designed for children who love to jump, exercise, and dance. Emphasis is on energy, rhythm and attitude!

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YMCA CAMP KRESGE

OWNED AND OPERATED BY WILKES-BARRE FAMILY YMCA

382 Camp Kresge Lane White Haven, PA 18661 T 570-443-2267 F 570-443-7951

OVERNIGHT CAMP / TEEN LEADERSHIP CAMPS OVERNIGHT CAMP Ages 7 to 12 years Our overnight camp sessions are set up to accommodate your schedule this summer! You can choose from one, two or three week sessions, or any combination of dates.

LEADERS IN TRAINING (LIT) Ages 13 & 14 years The Leader-In-Training Program combines two weeks of traditional camp programming and leadership skill building into one great summer camp experience! Included with this impactful program is a 3-day/2-night canoe trip on the Delaware River where the LITs will have a chance to put their new leadership skills to the test!

ONE WEEK SESSIONS Session 1: Jun 19-25 Session 2: Jun 26-Jul 2 Session 3: Jul 3-9 Session 4: Jul 10-16 Session 5: Jul 17-23 Session 6: Jul 24-30 Y Member Non Member TWO WEEK 1 & 2: 2 & 3: 3 & 4: 4: & 5 5 & 6: Y Member Non Member

$475 $510

Jun 19-Jul 2 Jul 3-16 Jul 17-30

Y Member Non Member

$925 $960

COUNSELOR-IN-TRAINING (CIT) Ages 15 & 16 years During your three week session as a CIT, you will have the opportunity to work with your peers while learning the finer points of youth development and leadership. This program includes a week of training that mirrors our staff training, a 3-day/2-night adventure leadership trip and culminates with a week-long shadowing experience. Additional weeks of shadowing are available as listed below!

SESSIONS Jun 19-Jul 2 Jun 26-Jul 9 Jul 3-16 Jul 10-23 Jul 17-30 $875 $910

THREE WEEK SESSIONS 1-3: Jun 19-Jul 9 2-4: Jun 26-July 16 3-5: Jul 3-23 4-6: Jul 10-30 Y Member Non Member

Session 1: Session 2: Session 3:

$1,266 $1,301

Session A: Session B:

Jun 19-Jul 9 Jul 10-30

Y Member Non Member

$1,050 $1,085

Additional CIT Shadowing Weeks: Session C: Jul 10-16 Session D: Jul 17-23 Session E: Jul 24-30 Y Member Non Member

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$310/Week $345/Week

FAMILY CAMP / PARENT-CHILD WEEKENDS PARENT/CHILD WEEKENDS All Ages This all-inclusive program provides lodging, all meals, a wide variety of programs, an ice cream social and most importantly, the opportunity to spend time with your child or children! Mother/Child Weekend Father/Daughter Weekend Father/Son Weekend

OUTDOOR EDUCATION Day Visits Grades K-12 Looking for a great local and inexpensive educational field trip? YMCA Camp Kresge offers a wide variety of science based, outdoor adventure and team building classes for you to choose from! Our day visits include up to three classes per visit. Students are separated into trail groups of between 15 to 18 students. Teachers work with our Outdoor Education Director to plan the perfect visit! Spring Season: Fall Season:

Apr 18-Jun 3 Sep 6-Nov 4

Day Visit: Lunch OPTIONAL

$3/person $5/person

Overnight Visits Grades 5-12 Join us for an overnight outdoor education experience at YMCA Camp Kresge! This experience not only includes our great outdoor education class offerings, but also a variety of evening programs to entertain and educate your students. Spring Season: Fall Season:

Apr 18-Jun 3 Sep 6-Nov 4

Overnight Visit:

Available Upon Request

Parent/Child Pair Additional Child Additional Adult Upgraded Cabin

Apr 29-May 1 May 6-8 Jun 3-5

Y Member $149 $ 85 $110 $ 35/family

FAMILY CAMP All Ages Join us for a fun-filled all inclusive half-week camp experience set up for the entire family! Family Camp

Aug 14-17

Adults Child 6-17 years Child 3-5 years Child 2-0 years Upgraded Cabin

Y Member $155 $ 80 $ 40 FREE $ 50/family

Spring Fling Weekend Apr 22-Apr 24 Halloween Weekend Oct 7-9 Y Member $80 Y Non Member $90

Spring Season: Apr 18-Jun 3 Fall Season: Sep 6-Nov 4

FOR MORE INFORMATION Mike "Mack" McElhinney Director of Camping Services Wilkes-Barre Family YMCA T 570-443-2267 E [email protected] W wbymca.org/camp-kresge

Blue Sky Sponsored*

*This program has limited availability and is on a first-come first-served basis. To see if your school is eligible please contact the camp office at 570-443-2267.

Non Member $180 $ 90 $ 45 FREE $ 50/family

CHILDREN’S CAMPING WEEKENDS Ages 7-16 years During the school-year, we offer three weekend getaways for campers ages 7-16. These weekend programs are all-inclusive and offer a great opportunity for your camper to get out of the house and participate in our camping programs year-round!

Blue Sky Sponsored Trips Grades K-12 Blue Sky Program is designed to provide a science based, outdoor adventure and team building program to students in low-income school districts. The schedule for this program operates the same way our day visit program does, but with two differences. Lunch is provided for the school group and program sponsors are given the opportunity to provide an educational presentation to the respective school group they are sponsoring.

Blue Sky Trip:

Non Member $199 $ 85 $110 $ 35/family

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GREATER VALLEY YMCA greatervalleyymca.org

ASSOCIATION OFFICE 1225 West Lafayette Street Easton, PA 18042 610-438-6065

BRANCHES BETHLEHEM YMCA Chris Brown, Branch Director 430 East Broad Street Bethlehem, PA 18018 610-867-7588 YMCA OF EASTON, PHILLIPSBURG & VICINITY Lori Metz, Branch Director 1225 West Lafayette Street Easton, PA 18042 610-258-6158

FORKS YMCA EDUCATION CENTER Crystal Messer, Branch Director 1350 Sullivan Trail Easton, PA 18040 610-250-7193 NAZARETH YMCA Jill A’Hearn, Branch Director 33 South Main Street Nazareth, PA 18064 610-759-3440

SLATE BELT YMCA Tammy Stanley, Branch Director 315 West Pennsylvania Ave Pen Argyl, PA 18072 610 881-4470 SUBURBAN NORTH YMCA Melissa Brown, Branch Director 880 Walnut Street Catasauqua, PA 18032 610-264-5221

PARTNER Y

ALSO IN OUR BROCHURE

ALLENTOWN YMCA & YWCA Cheryl Tuturice, Branch Director 425 South 15th Street Allentown, PA 18102 610-351-9622

YMCA CAMP KRESGE Mike "Mack" McElhinney Director of Camping Services 382 Camp Kresge Lane White Have, PA 18661

DISCLAIMER: The activity, service, or message described in the material sent home with your child is not sponsored, endorsed or warranted by the Easton Area School District. The EASTON AREA SCHOOL DISTRICT has made no investigation or inquiry into the information provided. The distribution of this information is merely a convenience to the community provided in accordance with the policies of the Easton Area School District. DISCLAIMER: The NORTHAMPTON AREA SCHOOL DISTRICT does not sponsor or sanction this program/activity/event. DISCLAIMER: The WILSON AREA SCHOOL DISTRICT neither endorses nor sponsors the organization or activity represented in this document. The distribution of this material in the school district is provided as a community service.

OWNED AND OPERATED BY WILKES-BARRE FAMILY YMCA 40 West Northampton Street Wilkes-Barre, PA 18701

DISCLAIMER: THE BANGOR AREA SCHOOL DISTRICT neither endorses nor sponsors the organization or activity referenced in this document. The distribution of this material in the school district is provided as a community service. DISCLAIMER: The programs contained in this brochure are not affiliated with or sponsored by the PHILLIPSBURG SCHOOL DISTRICT. Further, the school district has neither reviewed nor approved the programs, personnel, or activities and is not liable for any aspect of the information contained in this brochure. Permission to distribute this material is not to be considered a recommendation or endorsement by the school district. Any inquiries should be made directly to the Greater Valley YMCA or branch thereof.” DISCLAIMER: The The ALLENTOWN SCHOOL DISTRICT does not sponsor or sanction this program/event/activity. DISCLAIMER: The The PARKLAND SCHOOL DISTRICT does not sponsor or sanction this program/event/activity.

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