WHERE SUMMER COMES TO LIFE

New for 2015! Camp Build-A-World Survival Camp & Pin-It: Craft Camp See Page 6 for Info

YMCA Camp Shepard and Youth Programs Guide

2015

Tel: OF GREATER WESTFIELD 2 413.568.8631 67 Court Street Westfield,www.westfieldymca.org MA 01085 Tel: 413.568.8631 YMCA www.westfieldymca.org

Our mission: To provide the community with quality programs and services that build healthy spirit, mind, and body for all.

Table of Contents Camp Shepard ....................................... 2 Rentals ................................................... 2 Facilities ................................................. 3 Programs & Activities .......................... 4 Camp Age Groups ................................. 5 Counselor in Training ........................... 5 Specialty Camps .................................... 6 Family Events ........................................ 7 Transportation ...................................... 8 Registration ........................................... 9 Helath Form...........................................11 Y’s Kids Summer Child Care .............. 13 Summer Swim ...................................... 15

Adventure Activity Available: Archery Arts & Crafts High Ropes Low Ropes Kayaking Canoeing Swimming (in- ground pool) Climbing Tower The Goyette Chalet Our heated Chalet complete with a large conference room awaits your church, youth or corporate group for retreats and trainings. The Chalet overlooks a scenic, natural pond offering a rejuvenating and restive space for groups. We are now booking groups for all of 2015! Please contact us with any questions. Mailing Address: YMCA of Greater Westfield 67 Court Street Westfield, MA 01085 Tel: 413-568-8631

All of the programs at the YMCA of Greater Westfield are open to everyone regardless of town of residence. Financial Assistance: The YMCA of Greater Westfield, as a charitable tax-exempt organization, provides financial aid to those families who qualify. Applications are available at our reception desk.

Location Address: YMCA Camp Shepard 370 Northwest Road Westfield, MA 01085 Tel: 413-568-8952;

Camp Director Email: [email protected]

YMCA of Greater Westfield

Look what our parents say about Camp Shepard throughout the brochure:

of Pioneer Valley

“My son was diagnosed with ADHD last year. He has spent two summers at this camp. The growth, confidence in himself, and the peer relationships he has formed especially this summer has been amazing. He has come out of his shell and his father and I are so thankful for that!”

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Let us customize your Camp Shepard rental experience! Our expert staff has experience planning and facilitating activities for Birthday parties, family reunions, school groups, corporate trainings, picnics, and more! The Camp Shepard team can work with you to deliver results in your group ranging from communication and teamwork to just having the most fun possible! Make your next event one that your guests will never forget. • Please note that alcohol is not permitted on Camp Shepard grounds. • Call the YMCA at 413-568-8631 to book your rental today!

Registration: Registrations can be processed at the Reception Desk of the YMCA of Greater Westfield located on 67 Court Street in Westfield, MA 01085. Contact Chris Maddy, Camp/Program Director with any questions at (413) 568-8631 extension 322.

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“Camp Shepard has given both my children the opportunity to pursue outdoor activities they would not have ordinarily done. They have enjoyed kayaking and the challenges of rock climbing and ropes. It has given them more confidence in approaching things they have never done and realizing they can accomplish difficult things if they work at it.”

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CAMP SHEPARD Open House Dates: Come enjoy a scenic tour of YMCA Camp Shepard. You will have the opportunity to speak with the Camp Director, Program Staff, Counselors, Campers, and Parents! Saturday, June 6, 2015, 1:00PM-4:00PM Saturday, June 13, 2015, 1:00 PM-4:00PM

Staff: Our staff team is the most important ingredient in the success of our program. Skilled staff and counselors are chosen for their maturity, leadership skills, personal warmth and experience. They represent positive role models for children and are trained in accordance with the philosophy and objectives of the mission of the YMCA of Greater Westfield.

Session Dates & Themes: Session 1- Camp Shepard’s Got Talent: 06/29-07/10 Session 2- Animal Planet: 07/13- 07/24 Session 3- Mad Science: 07/27-08/07 Session 4- American Ninja Camper: 08/10-08/21 Super Week: 08/24-08/28

Facilities: YMCA Camp Shepard is located at 370 Northwest Road, less than five miles from the center of Westfield. Situated on 105 acres of woodlands, Camp Shepard provides the opportunity to grow, learn and appreciate the great outdoors in a respectful way.

General Session $310-Member $325-Non-Member

Our Facility Includes:

Option Weeks: $200-Member $210-Non-Member CIT’s Member Session 1: 6/29-7/24 $395 Session 2: 7/27-8/21 $395 Session 1 & 2: 6/29-8/21 $790

Non-Member

$405 $405 $810

Camp Hours & Cost: Extended AM and PM are included in pricing! CAMPERS MUST REGISTER FOR EXTENDED DAY General Session Extended Day, AM Extended Day, PM

9:00AM-4:00PM 7:00AM-9:00AM 4:00PM-6:00PM

$310/$325 INCLUDED INCLUDED

• In-ground Swimming Pool • Bath House with Locker Rooms • Three Pavilions • Arts & Crafts Building • Nature Building • 45ft Rock Climbing Tower • 10 High Ropes Elements • Low Ropes Course • Disc Golf Course • Biking Trails • Picnic Area • Pond • Hiking Trails • Camp Sites with Tent Platforms • Adirondack Shelters • Babbling Brook • Chalet for Programs & Rentals • Basketball Court • Archery Range • Ball Field

Payment Policy: A $ 50 non-refundable deposit per session is required for Camp Shepard. Balance is due the Thursday before the start of each session being attended. Please make checks payable to the YMCA of Greater Westfield. PLEASE NOTE: DEPOSIT IS NOT REFUNDABLE This camp complies with regulations of the Massachusetts Department of Public Health and is licensed by the local Board of Health.

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Programs & Activities CAMP SHEPARD

What we do at camp: Archery Arts & Crafts Campsite Preparation Canoeing Climbing Tower Environmental Awareness Group Skits High Ropes Challenge Course Hiking Kayaking Leave No Trace Ethics

What to Bring Backpack Lunch Swimsuit Towel Water bottle *be prepared to get dirty

Low Ropes Challenge Course Mountain Biking (10 & up) Orienteering Overnights Recreational Swim Songs Special Workshops Sports Swimming Lessons Team Building Theme Days

Sun screen Bug spray Rain coat Closed toed shoes

Lunch: Campers bring lunches in paper lunch bags or soft containers. They are collected at the beginning of the day and refrigerated until lunchtime. Drinks should only be in plastic containers, no glass.

“After just one week, I noticed both of my children not only excited to share the days activities, but the excitement around trying new things and knowing/wanting to do better the next time… by week 3, one of my sons had accomplished the ropes which he had not done the first two weeks.”

Parents’ Night & Overnights: During the second week of our two-week sessions we offer dinner and parents’ night to all of our campers. After parents’ night, campers ages 6 and up are invited to spend the night. Overnight and parents’ night are optional for an additional fee. Registration forms for overnights and parents’ night will be distributed and available at camp. Fees may be processed at either Camp Shepard or at the YMCA of Greater Westfield. All Camp Events: Each general session will host a new All Camp Event theme. These themes allow each camper to enter a mythical world as they pass through YMCA Camp Shepard gates. Counselors and staff transform into a wide array of characters, campers work with their team mates to complete each challenge, and groups encourage each other to cross the finish line.

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“Every day she is challenged at camp. She is constantly learning and testing her abilities. Her confidence has sky rocketed ever since she began Camp Shepard 3 years ago. She hopes to be a counselor one day! I cannot say enough great things about this camp.”

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Camp Shepard Age Groups Open House Dates: Please come out and enjoy a tour of YMCA Camp Shepard.

Saturday, June 6, 2015,1:00PM-4:00PM & Saturday, June 13, 2015, 1:00PM-4:00PM

Counselor in Training

Muckleshoots: Half Day or Full Day Boys & Girls- Ages 4 & 5

This program is especially designed for the younger camper. In this full day program the children will have a 5:1 camper/counselor ratio and will participate in activities specially geared to their age level. Children experience the same activities as the older groups, participating in daily swim lessons, recreational swims, arts & crafts, environmental awareness and exploration, movement activities, story time and more! Muckleshoots half day option: Time: 9:00AM – 12:00PM, Monday-Friday Cost: $100 Member $105 Non-member per week $200 Member $210 Non-member per session

Traditional Camp:

Boys & Girls- Ages 14-15 Our Counselor in Training program offers a unique and hands-on experience built for teens that are interested in becoming a camp counselor. Starting together as a group of campers, our CITs are provided an opportunity to grow and evolve together from campers into valued leaders amongst the camp staff. CITs will learn how to lead campers in a large variety of camp songs and activities. They are trained in areas of leadership, safety, decision-making, risk management, and creating age appropriate activities as well as conflict resolution. This program is built based on the YMCA four character values: Caring, Honesty, Respect, and Responsibility. CITs must come for at least two consecutive sessions or the whole summer!

Boys & Girls- Ages 6-12

Programs for this age group are designed to achieve a balance between instruction and recreation as well as group development and individual accomplishment. Emphasis is placed on cooperative learning and the YMCA four character values: Caring, Honesty, Respect and Responsibility. Each camper will participate in program activities that meet their individual interests, abilities and needs. “He’s very motivated, comes home with a smile, wants to be a better person, and feels good about himself.”

Choose one of the following options: Option A: Session 1&2 Option B: Session 3&4 Option C: Session 1-4 ***Campers who choose Option C become eligible to have CIT placements in Skill Areas***

“Connor is excited to become a counselor himself. He really loves being a CIT and learning new skills.”

Teen Group:

Boys & Girls- Ages 13-15

An advanced camp program for teens. Campers in this program spend their days in a coed group that participates in camp activities at a higher skill level. Special projects, trainings and activities such as mountain biking, hiking, overnights, and high and low ropes adventure are included in this fun teen program. Teens will also have the opportunity to participate in regular recreational swims.

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Camp Shepard Transportation Camp Shepard Bus Transportation:

Pick up/Drop off Procedures:

A local bus company is contracted to transport campers to and from camp with the same standards required by the Board of Education. The YMCA provides a bus monitor who is responsible for the personal safety, attendance and behavior of the campers. Bus routes are designed to accommodate the maximum number of campers while trying to limit the length of time a child spends riding the bus.

• Camp Shepard will only release campers to adults

listed on the registration under “Authorized Pick Up” unless the Parent/ Guardian has granted permission for them to walk home on the registration.

• All adults must provide a photo State I.D. at the time of pick up.

• All visitors must check-in at the Camp Shepard

Administrative Office located on 360 Northwest Road Bus transportation is only available for the 9:00AMand must receive a signed pass from the Camp Direc4:00PM camper day. Bus schedules are subject to change. tor, Assistant Camp Director or Office Manager. NOTE: All adults must provide a photo State I.D. at the • Early pick up/late drop off: If you are picking up or dropping off your camper outside of the scheduled time of pick up. times you must do so at the Camp Shepard Administrative Office (the brown house) located on 360 BUS #1 A.M. P.M. 1. Southampton Rd School - Westfield 7:58 4:53 Northwest Road which is right next to Camp Shepard’s 2. 919 Southampton Rd - Westfield 8:00 4:48 main entrance. Sending a note with your camper will 3. Hampton Ponds Plaza - Westfield 8:06 4:41 increase the efficiency of this process greatly. 4. East Mountain Country Club - Westfield 5. Papermill Elementary School - Westfield 6. 126 Union St. - Westfield 7. Westfield High School - Westfield

8:13 8:20 8:31 8:36

4:35 4:29 4:23 4:16

BUS #2 A.M. P.M. 1. Munger Hill School-Westfield 2. Shaker Farms C.C.-Westfield 3. 342 Southwick Road-Westfield 4. South Middle School-Westfield 5. St. Mary’s High School-Westfield 6. YMCA-Westfield 7. Juniper Park School-Westfield

8:07 8:13 8:21 8:27 8:33 8:39 8:47

4:47 4:38 4:31 4:25 4:19 4:13 4:05

• Regular pick up/drop off: If you are planning to opt

out of using the Camp Shepard bus transportation you may pick up/drop off your camper at the Bathhouse (the green building next to the pool) through Camp Shepard’s main entrance. Directions: Go past the YMCA on Court Street towards Westfield State University. Court Street becomes Western Ave. Go past the university and bear left at the fork onto Upper Western Avenue. Take left onto Northwest Road. Camp Shepard is at 370 Northwest Road. (On the left)

BUS #3 A.M. P.M. 1. Big Y Supermarket-Southwick 2. Powder Mill Middle School-Southwick 3. City View & Butternut Road-Westfield 4. City View & Whitaker Road-Westfield 5. Sackett Rd & Janis Rd-Westfield 6. Northwest Rd & Farnham Ln-Westfield

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4:41 4:32 4:19 4:15 4:09 4:01

Check out our website at

www.westfieldymca.org for updated times and locations.

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2015 YMCA of Greater Westfield Registration Form: Camp Shepard Day Camp Camper’s First Name

Last Name

Male Female

please circle one

Age

at time of camp

Date of Birth

Address Parent/Guardian 1 First Name

Last Name

Phone work

Cell Home

Email

Parent/Guardian 2 First Name

Last Name

Phone work

Cell Home

Email

TRANSPORTATION (Select one) My child will be picked up and dropped of at camp.

My child has parental/guardian permission My child will take a bus to and to walk to and from the bus stop alone from camp Bus #______ Stop:______

ADDITIONAL AUTHORIZED PICK UP (GUARDIAN, FRIENDS, RELATIVES, ETC...) Name _________________________________________ Cell _____________________________________ Home/Work # __________________________ Name _________________________________________ Cell _____________________________________ Home/Work # __________________________ Name _________________________________________ Cell _____________________________________ Home/Work #___________________________ EMERGENCY CONTACTS AND PICK UP AUTHORIZATIONS

In addition to parents/guardians listed above, ONLY those on the above list will be allowed to pickup a camper from camp. Please list all additional persons authorized to pick up your child. In emergency situations only, parent/guardian may give verbal and/or written permission for an individual who is not on this list, to pick up child. No child will be released without emergency verbal/written permission. Please indicate if a non-custodial parent has limits on visitation or pick up. If non-custodial parent has been denied visitation or has limited visitation by court order, a copy of the order must be given to the YMCA and kept on file at program. By signing this form you agree to the transportation arrangement as stated above.

WAIVER

I approve this application, and certify that the proposed camper is capable of such an experience. I agree to have the health form signed by a physician that includes current medication orders, physical exam and immunization record. This exam must have been given within two years of the camper’s last registered day. Any camper who does not have said form into YMCA office at least one week prior to the start of camp will not be permitted into camp. I also agree to the payment terms as outlined; a $50 deposit per session per camper is for the purpose of securing a spot and as such is non-refundable and non-transferrable. Payment in full is due the Thursday prior to the beginning of the registered session. I hereby grant permission for the applicant to participate in all planned activities and programs. While it is the aim and the responsibility of the YMCA of Greater Westfield to Provide your child with a safe and enjoyable experience, you must realize that participation in YMCA programs has some inherent risks. As a result we require the signing of the release set forth below. I indemnify and hold harmless the YMCA, any officer, volunteer or employee of the YMCA and all involved with the YMCA camps from liability for any harm that befalls my child as a result of participation in YMCA camp. By signing below I acknowledge and accept the above stated release, have read the Parent’s agreement, and understand and agree to the terms and conditions.

Parent Signature ____________________________________ Date ______/_______/______

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PARENTS AGREEMENT

• A $50 non-refundable deposit is required for each session and must accompany each application. This deposit will hold the camper’s place and will be applied to the full camp tuition. Remaining balances must be paid by the Thursday prior to the beginning of the registered session. Campers may not attend any session until their balance is paid in full. • After the due date, any new registration requires payment in full and a completed health form. • Requests for changes in camp session, bussing or group assignment will be honored only if space permits. Changes in bus assignments cannot be made on a one time or temporary basis. • Bus service is provided for all campers. ROUTES FOR CAMPERS ARE PREDETERMINED FOR ALL STOPS. Each bus will have a YMCA bus monitor. It is the responsibility of the parent/guardian to meet their camper at the appointed stop at both the pick/drop off time each day unless written permission is granted otherwise. Campers who do not have permission to walk home that are not picked up by a parent at the bus stop will be brought to the YMCA. Parents will be called to pick up the child at the YMCA. • The YMCA reserves the right to dismiss a camper whose behavior is detrimental to other campers, themselves, staff and/or camp. • Fees will not be refunded for absence, failure to attend during the camp session, delayed attendance at camp, or dismissal. • Parents are responsible for payment of any collection fees on their account. • Emergency medical treatment and transportation is authorized if I am unable to be contacted. • Health history forms are required for each camper PRIOR to attending camp. Forms will be given to parents at registration and must be completed and signed by the family physician and parents before the camper attends camp. The YMCA does NOT retain records of previous years physical forms.

I authorize the YMCA of Greater Westfield to use my child’s photo/ image for marketing and promotion purposes. Parent Signature ______________________________________ Date ______/_______/______

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2015 YMCA of Greater Westfield Registration Form: Camp Shepard Day Camp Extended AM and PM are included in pricing! ($120/session value) Circle the session(s) and 3option(s) of your choice. Session 1



Dates

Fees ($) Ext. AM Ext. PM Ext. AM/













6/29-7/10

$310/325





Session 1 - Option Week 1











6/29-7/3

$200/210





Session 1 - Option Week 2











7/6-7/10

$200/210





Session 2













7/13-7/24

$310/325





Session 2 - Option Week 1











7/13-7/17

$200/210





Session 2 - Option Week 2











7/20-7/24

$200/210





Session 3











7/27-8/7

$310/325





Session 3 - Option Week 1











7/27-7/31

$200/210





Session 3 - Option Week 2











8/3-8/7

$200/210





Session 4











8/10-8/21

$310/325





Session 4 - Option Week 1











8/10-8/14

$200/210





Session 4 - Option Week 2











8/17-8/21

$200/210





Session 5 - Super Week (no bus transportation)







8/24-8/28

$150



Muckleshoots - Half Days - Session 1







6/29-7/10

$200/210





Muckleshoots - Half Days - Session 1, Option Week 1





6/29-7/3

$100/105





Muckleshoots - Half Days - Session 1, Option Week 2





7/6-7/10

$100/105





Muckleshoots - Half Days - Session 2





7/13-7/24

$200/210





Muckleshoots - Half Days - Session 2, Option Week 1





7/13-7/17

$100/105





Muckleshoots - Half Days - Session 2, Option Week 2





7/20-7/24

$100/105





Muckleshoots - Half Days - Session 3





7/27-8/7

$200/210





Muckleshoots - Half Days - Session 3, Option Week 1





7/27-7/31

$100/105





Muckleshoots - Half Days - Session 3, Option Week 2





8/3-8/7

$100/105





Muckleshoots - Half Days -Session 4





8/10-8/21

$200/210





Muckleshoots - Half Days - Session 4, Option Week 1





8/10-8/14

$100/105





Muckleshoots - Half Days - Session 4, Option Week 2





8/17-8/21

$100/105





Specialty Camp - Camp Build-A-World









8/10-8/14

$250/260





Specialty Camp - Survival Camp











7/27-7/31

$250/260





Specialty Camp - Pin-It: Craft Camp









7/13-7/17

$250/260





CIT - Session 1













6/29-7/24

$395/400





CIT - Session 2













7/27-8/21

$395/400





CIT - Session 1 & 2













6/29-8/21

$760/770































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2015 YMCA of Greater Westfield Camp Shepard Day Camp - Health Exam Form **To be filled out by parent or guardian – Please Print*** Camper’s Name___________________________________________________________ Date of Birth___________________________________________ first name

last name

Parent or Guardian________________________________________________________ Phone___________________________________________________ first name

last name

Home Address___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Business Address__________________________________________________________________________ Phone__________________________________ Mother’s Cell Phone __________________________________

Father’s Cell Phone__________________________________

If not available in an emergency notify: 1._________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Phone_______________

Name



Address

2.__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Phone______________

Name



Address

Medications:

If a camper must receive any medication while at Camp Shepard, an “Authorization to Administer Medication to a Camper” form must be completed for each medication. This form can be found at the front desk of the YMCA or online at www. westfieldymca.org, and is due one full week before the session begins. All medications must be turned in upon arrival to Camp Shepard.

Health History (please check): Frequent Ear Infections ____ Chicken Pox ____ Hay Fever ____ Heart Defect/Disease ____ Measles ____ Poison Ivy ____ Convulsions ____ German Measles ____ Insect Sting Allergy ____ Diabetes ____ Mumps ____ Drug Allergy ____ Bleeding/Clotting Disorders ____ Asthma ____ Food Allergy ____ For each check, please explain:______________________________________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Any specific activities to be encouraged?________________________________________________________________________________________ Any specific activities to be restricted? Any Other Information ___________________________________________________________ Name of Physician:_______________________________________________________ Name of Dentist/Orthodontist:________________________________________ Medical/Hospital Insurance Carrier:__________________________________

Phone:_______________________________ Phone:_______________________________ Policy/Group #_____________________

IMPORTANT: PLEASE NOTIFY THE YMCA IF THIS CHILD IS EXPOSED TO ANY COMMUNICABLE DISEASE DURING THE THREE WEEKS PRIOR TO ATTENDANCE OR WHILE ATTENDING ANY YMCA PROGRAM.

Parents Authorization: This health history is correct so far as I know, and the person herein described has permission to engage in all prescribed activities except as noted by me and the examining physician. I give my permission for my child to be given simple first aid at the YMCA and to be transported to the hospital if “Y” personnel deem it necessary. I hereby give permission to the physician selected by the director to order x-rays, routine tests, and treatment for the health of my child. In the event that I cannot be reached in an emergency, I hereby give permission to the physician selected by the director to hospitalize, secure proper treatment for, and to order injection, and/or anesthesia, and/or surgery for my child as named above.

Signature______________________________________________________________________________

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2015 YMCA of Greater Westfield Camp Shepard Day Camp - Health Exam Form ***TO BE FILLED OUT BY PHYSICIAN – PLEASE PRINT*** Immunization History: Required immunization must be determined locally. Please record the date (mo. & yr.) of basic immunizations and most recent booster doses. Vaccine











Date Immunized





Date of Last Booster

Measles, Mumps & Rubella (MMR) 1 2 Polio 1 2 3 Diptheria 1 Tetanus Toxoids 2 Pertussis 3 DtaP/DTP/DT/Td (minimum of 4 doses) 4 Hepatitis B Other Tuberculin test given______________ (most recent.) Medical Examination: To be filled out by licensed physician. This examination must be performed within 2 years of the campers’ last registered day. Examination for some other purpose within this period is acceptable. Examination is for determining fitness to engage in strenuous activities.

Hgt._________

Wt.__________

B.P._______________

Hct. Or Hgb. Test___________

Urinalysis____________

Code: V-Satisfactory X-Not Satisfactory (explain) O-Not examined Eyes ___ Lungs ___ Allergic: (Please specify) Glasses ___ Abdomen ___ _____________________________________________ Ears ___ Hernia ___ _____________________________________________ Nose ___ Extremities ___ General Appraisal: Throat ___ Spine ___ _____________________________________________ Heart ___ Skin ___ _____________________________________________ Current medications:________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Recommendations and restrictions while in program: Special diet_________________________________________________________________________________ Swimming, diving____________________________________________________________________________ Strenuous activity____________________________________________________________________________ Other______________________________________________________________________________________ I have examined the person herein described and have reviewed the health history. It is my opinion that this child is physically able to engage in program activities except as noted above. ______________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________________________ Date Examining Physician ______________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________________________ Phone Address Please return to: Chris Maddy, Camp/Program Director YMCA of Greater Westfield, 67 Court Street, Westfield, MA 01085

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Specialty Camps: CAMP SHEPARD These camps run for full days from 9:00AM- 4:00PM. The mornings (from 9:00AM-12:00Noon) are devoted to the specialty program. The remainder of the day (from 12:00PM-4:00PM), the campers participate in regular activities at Camp Shepard. All specialty campers must complete the Camp Shepard Registration Form and Camp Shepard Health Form. Extended Care hours and Bus transportation are available for these camps. Please indicate on the registration form. Camp Build-A-World Dates: 08/10-08/14 Cost: Member $250.00 Non-member $260.00 Ages: 10 Years Old & up

Pin-It: Craft Camp Dates: 07/13-07/17 Cost: Member $250.00 Non-member $260.00 Ages: 8 Years Old &up

Challenge your campers creative mind in this specialty program designed to lead the group through a civilization construction process. Each camper-engineer will work within a team to produce physical solutions to the daily challenge (natural disasters, limited resources, weight restrictions, etc.) They will create solutions utilizing a wide array of materials including but not limited to Lego, wood, marshmallows, and natural materials to build bridges, housing, public transportation, farming/industrial infrastructure, and more! Supplies required: creativity and a thinking cap!

These aren’t your ordinary crafts! Join us for a funfilled week of intense crafting from building and painting bird houses to sewing projects, the possibilities are endless. Each day campers will be given a variety of crafting options collected from internet resources spanning across the globe. Take on projects, build new skills, and design your own plans for other crafters.

“I refer to my girls as lifers. They derive so much benefit from this program. They are fearless and do not hesitate to tackle new obstacles and try new things. They always talk about how they cannot wait until they can give back and be in the role of counselors or skill staff. ”

“She loves the camp. She has been going for three years now and now her smaller cousins and a few friends have joined because of how positive she is about it. She doesn’t have interest in much, but when it’s camp time it’s all she talks about. ”

Survival Camp Dates: 07/27-07/31 Cost: Member $250.00 Non-member $260.00 Ages: 9 Years Old & up Participants will receive rigorous instruction on fire building, shelter creation, water filtration/purification, signaling, edible plant identification, predatory species management, outdoor first aid, and more. These skills will then be put to the test on a Wilderness Survival overnight. Sign up today, skills acquired in this course might just save your life!

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Camp Shepard Family Events

YMCA Camp Shepard is opening its gates to the community. APRIL

MAY

Rough Camper Race

Open Woods Day

Saturday April 25th *Contact Chris Maddy (413) 568-8631 to register

Saturday May 2nd 10:00 AM – 12:30 PM

JUNE Camp Open House Saturday June 6th Saturday June 13th 1:00 - 4:00 PM

All Events are FREE!

JULY YMCA Member Day Saturday July 18th 10:00 AM – 12:30 PM

AUGUST Family Pool Party Saturday August 15th 10:00 AM – 12:30 PM

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Y’s Kids Summer Child Care Join us for a fun filled summer at the Westfield Y! The Y’s Kids is a state licensed program from the Department of Early Education and Care. We maintain staff to child ratios (1:13) in compliance with state requirements. The majority of our staff are college students or graduates with a degree in education. Staff receive Autism Awareness training, Behavior Management training as well as acquiring certication in CPR and First Aid prior to the start of summer. The summer program starts at 7:00AM and runs until 6:00PM. The weekly tuition cost includes all transportation to and from field trips, field trip admission, a daily snack that meets USDA guidelines and a Y’s Kids summer camp shirt. Once you are registered, a summer packet will be mailed to you with detailed monthly calendars including field trips and theme days, parent information and a welcome letter from the Site Coordinators. Each day’s curriculum is based on the four YMCA character values of Caring, Honesty, Respect and Responsibility. We incorporate sports, crafts, cooking, music & movement and more into our daily activities. Each day starts with a summer camp song and ends with a detailed report of what we did! See below for some of the fun that is in store…

Swimming: Children have the opportunity to swim twice a week. All Y’s Kids are swim tested upon entering the pool area by Red Cross Certied life guards. Children needing assistance in the water can use our floatation devices and noodles. Y’s Kids Staff also go in the water with the children to ensure safety during swim time.

Field Trips: Two times a week children will leave the YMCA and embark on a memorable field trip. Five Star Bus company will provide transportation.

Clubs: Clubs will run bi-weekly, giving children a chance to try new hobbies and activities such as photography, lacrosse, craft making and more. Children will learn a sense of commitment by choosing a club for 2 weeks.

Walking trips: Throughout the summer on days when the Y’s Kids are on site at the YMCA of Greater Westfield, there will be walking trips to nearby community organizations such as the police station, the fire station, Big Y, etc... Every other week, children will walk to the Westfield Water Park to utilize their tennis courts, basketball courts and splash park. Parents must sign a permission slip the day of each trip.

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Steam (Science-Technology-Engineering-Art-Math): Y’s Kids began to incorporate STEAM activities into our programs this past summer & we had a blast! In efforts to continue out of school time learning we have STEAM Time twice a week every Tuesday and Thursday. Kids work in groups to complete many of the projects, building on teamwork skills. Some favorites have been... • Building our own catapults • Baking • Creating pasta bridges • Building volcanos

Theme Days: On days when children are at the YMCA, join the staff in dressing up for scheduled theme days! Prizes are awarded for most creative, best dressed etc... Daily activities will be based upon theme days, some favorites have been “Staff Make-Over Day”, “Carnival Day”, and “Oopy Goopy Day”. Involvement is encouraged but not mandatory! For more information contact Michelle Anamisis, Youth Development Director at [email protected] or 568- 8631 x306.

Ages: 5 through 13 years old Dates: Registration begins February 2015 Summer Program runs for 9 weeks: June 25, 2015 (providing there are no snow days) – August 21, 2015 Monday – Friday: 7:00AM-6:00PM Location: YMCA Fee: $150.00 per week per child

Last Week Will be at Camp Shepard!

Registration Information: Summer enrollment packets are available at the Welcome Desk. The first week of child care must be paid at the time of registration. All parents will receive a Parent Handbook and can contact Michelle Anamisis with any additional questions. During the first week of June you will receive a welcome packet with detailed information about special field trips, what to bring to camp, swimming schedules and more. The Y’s Kids program runs for 9 weeks of summer. Your children are enrolled for the entire 9 weeks. If you need to withdraw from the program for any reason, there must be a 2 week written notice given to Michelle Anamisis, manamisis@ westfieldymca.org. Without 2 weeks written notice you will be charged for the remaining weeks. Financial assistance is available. Applications are available at the reception desk.

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Y’s Kids - Summer Fun

5-13 Year Olds

Explore, Grow, Play, Discover Friendships

Calendar MONDAY

TUESDAY

WEDNESDAY

THURSDAY

FRIDAY

E L P M A S OF S E I T I V I T C A *

Nathan Hale (Conventry, CT) Leave: 10:00 am Return: 3:30 pm

Mystic Aquarium (Mystic, CT) Leave: 9:00 am Return: 5:00 pm

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Stars & Stripes Spirit Day Westfield Water Park & Swimming

Tolland State Forest (Otis, MA)

(11 am-12 Pm & 2 pm-3 pm) (bring bathing suit, towel, and sunscreen)

(bring bathing suit, towel, and sunscreen)

Sports days

(support your favorite team)

Westfield Water Park & Swimming

(11 am-12 Pm & 2 pm-3 pm) (bring bathing suit, towel, and sunscreen)

Leave: 10:00 am Return: 4:00 pm

Tolland State Forest (Otis, MA)

Leave: 10:00 am Return: 4:00 pm (bring bathing suit, towel, and sunscreen)

Hat Day

(let’s see all those crazy hats)

Stanley Park!

(Drop off & pick up at Stanley near Westfield Bank’s Pavilion)

Movie Madness

Icky Sticky Day Stanley Park!

(Drop off & pick up at Stanley near Westfield Bank’s Pavilion)

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(dress up like your favorite movie character!)

Westfield Water Park & Swimming

(11 am-12 Pm & 2 pm-3 pm) (bring bathing suit, towel, and sunscreen)

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Backwards Day Stanley Park!

(Drop off & pick up at Stanley near Westfield Bank’s Pavilion)

PANCAKE BREAKFAST Leaving Y at 9:00 am

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Quassy Amusement Park (Middlebury, CT)

Leave: 9:00 am Return: 5:00 pm

(bring bathing suit, towel, and sunscreen)

Look Park (Florence, CT) Leave: 10:00 am Return: 4:00 pm (bring bathing suit, towel, and sunscreen)

Pajama Day Westfield Water Park & Swimming

(11 am-12 Pm & 2 pm-3 pm) (bring bathing suit, towel, and sunscreen)

Carnival Westfield Water Park & Swimming

(11 am-12 Pm & 2 pm-3 pm) (bring bathing suit, towel, and sunscreen)

TIE DYE

Interskate 91 (Wilbraham, MA) Leave: 10:00 am Return: 4:00 pm

(Bring something in to Tie Dye)

Westfield Water Park & Swimming

(11 am-12 Pm & 2 pm-3 pm) (bring bathing suit, towel, and sunscreen)

**

Tolland State Forest (Otis, MA)

Leave: 10:00 am Return: 4:00 pm (bring bathing suit, towel, and sunscreen)

Tolland State Forest (Otis, MA)

Leave: 10:00 am Return: 4:00 pm (bring bathing suit, towel, and sunscreen)

Hawaiian Day!

Water Games

(dress up for a tropical vacation)

(Prepare to get wet)

Westfield Water Park & Swimming

11 am-12 Pm & 2 pm-3 pm) (bring bathing suit, towel, and sunscreen)

Stanley Park!

(Drop off & pick up at Stanley near Westfield Bank’s Pavilion)

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(Bring in face paint, make up. dress-up clothes -ANY silly items so your counselor wins an award at our fashion show!)

(let’s see all those crazy hats)

Counselor Makeover Day!

Westfield Water Park & Swimming (11 am-12 Pm & 2 pm-3 pm) (bring bathing suit, towel, and sunscreen)

Hat Day

Stanley Park!

(Drop off & pick up at Stanley near Westfield Bank’s Pavilion)

Tolland State Forest (Otis, MA)

Leave: 10:00 am Return: 4:00 pm (bring bathing suit, towel, and sunscreen)

* Gift Shops - children can bring money in a sealed, labeled envelope. ** Prized awarded for the most creative

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Summer Swim Summer Swim at the Y During the summer months swim lessons are held Monday through Thursday twice a week for 4 weeks, (2 sessions through the summer) or Friday and Saturday lessons are offered once a week for 8 weeks. Class times available on our website in May. Twice a Week Classes Monday & Wednesday/Tuesday & Thursday Session 1: June 22-July 18 Session 2: July 20-Aug 14 Once a Week Classes Friday & Saturday Session 1: June 26-Aug 15

Back Yard Pools Lessons at your pool: During the summer months you can have a qualified instructor and certified lifeguard come to your home on days and times that you choose to teach your child/ children, neighbors, and other family members how to swim. The lessons are for all levels of swimmers. You may have up to 6 children participate in the program. The lessons include 8 classes and you have the flexibility to set the schedule that works for your family. To schedule or to learn more please contact Alyssa Ruta at 568-8631 ext 320 or email at [email protected].

Registration for Summer Swim begins at the Reception Desk for members on June 8th and the community on June 10th.

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My son has always been shy and that sometimes gets in the way of his trying new things. Since being at Camp Shepard, he has become much more outgoing and is willing to put himself out there to try new things. I strongly believe that his new sense of self is due to the amazing staff and the values at Camp Shepard.

Call or email the Camp Director today to schedule a tour of our beautiful facility. 413 568-8631 or [email protected]

“My child loves going to camp. It gives her something to look forward to every summer.”