Y CAMP

Sonoma County Family YMCA Santa Rosa, CA 95404

(707)544-1829 or www.scfymca.org

IGNITE YOUR POTENTIAL!

WELCOME TO Y CAMP!

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OUR CAMP EXPERIENCE

With more than 100 years of camping experience, YMCA camps are a safe and nurturing place where children build self esteem, leadership skills, and

a sense of responsibility for themselves and the world around them.

OUR ACCREDITATION

Accredited by the American Camp Association, our YMCA sports, science, summer kids club, owl’s nest, and summer adventure day camps meet the highest standards in nearly 300 areas, including health, safety, personnel,

transportation, and facilities.

OUR COMMITMENT

Your child will find the confidence for creative self-expression through songs, art, physical activities, new friendships, and new adventures. We offer more than just nonstop fun. Your child will learn how to apply time,

talent, and energy toward a caring, honest, respectful, and responsible life.

OUR LEADERS

We are caring, competent, and experienced. Our training includes camp safety, activity planning, CPR, First Aid, and more, making your child’s

experience both safe and fun.

OUR MISSION STATEMENT

The Sonoma County Family YMCA is an inclusive, charitable organization that enriches community through the areas of Youth Development, Healthy

Living, and Social Responsibility.

C AMP REGISTRATION INFORMATION

AGE LIMITATIONS

Children younger than 6 years old will be permitted to attend camp ONLY if they have completed a year of Kindergarten. Please refer to each camp for more specific age requirements. ONE-WEEK OPTION

A limited number of one week day camp spaces are available at designated sites; see page 13 for one week camp rates. Please check with the Program Office for availability. REGISTRATION & MEMBERSHIP

Everyone is welcome to participate in YMCA camps! If you are not currently a member, there is a $40 Program Membership fee in order to participate in camps. This fee entitles you to an individual program membership and is good for one calendar year. It also entitles you to discounts on other YMCA programs. CAMPER HEALTH INFORMATION

All camper Health History & Medical Release formsare due on the FIRST day of camp. Please turn them in at the camp site your child is attending. Due to American Camp Association regulations, a copyof your child’s immunization record isrequired. Also, to best serve your child, please inform our staff of any allergies or special health conditions that may exist. FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE

The YMCA offers reduced rates for income-eligible families who wish to participate in our camping programs.Eligibility forms must be completed &

approved prior to enrollment. Please allow 7-10 days for this process. To apply or for more information, please stop by or call the Program Office at 544-1829 or download an application from our website OUR LEADERSHIP

We take great pride in the quality of our YMCA staff leadership. Enthusiasm, knowledge, responsibility, and genuine love for children are all prerequisites for our camp leaders. Our program leaders go through a rigorous training program which emphasizes child development, camper safety, and leadership skills. Great care is taken to ensure that our programs are of the highest quality & that each child receives the individual attention they deserve. WHEN & WHERE TO REGISTER

The first day to register for summer camps is March 1st.

You may register either online at www.scfymca.org or in person at the Program Office at 1207 College Avenue in SantaRosa.

You will also be able to register for camp at our HEALTHY KIDS DAY on April 27th, 11am-2pm at the Main YMCA.

For more information on camps and registration, please call 707-544-1829.

BEFORE & AFTER SCHOOL CHILDCARE PARTICIPANTS

Children participating in our after school childcare program must enroll separately & pay deposits for camp. Camp is not a continuation of the school year. Option C Participants must register for camp PRIOR to April 19th. Otherwise, availability at preferred locations is not guaranteed.

I NFORMATION & MEMBERSHIP FEES

Facility Membership

Benefits include use of our fitness facility in Santa Rosa and access to facility member rates on all classes and programs. The lowest fee for a program will always be a facility member fee.

Summer Membership Promo

Only available for a short block of time for individuals 15-17. Great for college students or if your schedule only allows for a summer membership. Call the Y for more info!

Program Membership

This membership is for individuals who want to participate in programs, but not utilize the rest of the facility on a regular basis. Benefits include two facilitypasses per year, 50% off youth day passes or $4 off the adult day pass fee, and a reduced rate on fees for programs such as youth sports, swimming lessons, andmore!

Annual program membership fees are as follows:

Individual: $40 Family: $60

If you are interested in a Facility Membership, please

visit the Main YMCA at 1111College Avenue,

or call 545-9622 x3138.

If you are interested in a Program Membership, please visit the YMCA Program Office

at 1207 College Avenue.

Join Fee Monthly Fee

Youth (6-14) $0 $19

Sr. Youth (15-17) $29 $24

Young Adult (18-24) $49 $37

Adult (25+) $49 $59

One Adult Family $99 $67

Two Adult Family $129 $85

Family Plus $129 $97

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STEM CAMP

STEM Camp will ignite the scientific potential of every camper and encourage campers to maximize their curiosity with our unique STEM-based curriculum. Campers will explore science themes in a small group project based format. This hands-on camp experience will encourage campers to explore the scientific excitement of the world around them and come up with creative ideas for the future! STEM challenges and group project competitions will leave our hungry scientists wanting more leading into the school year! 7am-6pm

CSI Y CAMP June 3 - June 14

Rebounderz

Full of Energy June 17 - June 28

Cal Skate

Shark Tank Inventors July 1 - July 12

Scandia

Mysteries & Riddles July 15 - July 26

Bowling

Take a Bite of Science July 29 - Aug 9

Armstrong Woods

Santa Rosa

Schaefer School 1370 San Miguel Rd

7am - 6pm

NO CAMP JULY 4

YMCA Adventure Day Camp is a daily escapade of fun for young people ages 6-12. Camp provides opportunities for personal growth and group spirit in a safe, fun, and supportive atmosphere. Children are involved in games, crafts, and theme related activities planned specifically for their age group. Our Y Adventure Camps will be continuing our Reading Loss Prevention Program, supporting kids literacy needs all summer long. 7am—6pm.

ADVENTURE CAMP

Ooey Gooey June 3 - June 14

Rebounderz

Time Travelers June 17 - June 28

Cal Skate

Around the World July 1 - July 12

Scandia

Y Camp’s Got Talent July 15 - July 26

Bowling

Full STEAM Ahead! July 29 - Aug 9

Armstrong Woods

Rohnert Park Monte Vista 1400 Magnolia Ave

Hahn 925 Hudis St

Petaluma Grant 200 Grant Ave

Santa Rosa Yulupa 2250 Mesquite Dr

Jack London 2707 Francisco Ave

7am - 6pm

NO CAMP JULY 4

Sports Camps help build skills, fitness, and self esteem. Each session, a special emphasis

will be placed on specific sports that includes skill sessions that provide campers with

coaching and practice. Games and tournaments allow campers to test their skills. Our

Sports Camp swims twice a week and plan a variety of classic camp activities too.

7am-6pm.

SPORTS CAMP

Basketball Football

June 3 - June 14 Rebounderz

Baseball/Softball Soccer

June 17 - June 28 Cal Skate

Y’LYMPICS July 1 - July 12

Scandia

Baseball/Softball Hockey(Olivet) Tennis(Strawberry)

July 15 - July 26 Bowling

Soccer Basketball

July 29 - Aug 9 Armstrong Woods

Santa Rosa

Olivet 1825 Willowside Rd

Strawberry 2311 Horseshoe Dr

7am - 6pm

NO

CAMP JULY 4

YMCA KIDS CLUB

The Kids Club is a place for kids to have traditional summer camp fun. Activities will include theme-based games, songs, crafts, swimming, and more! Campers will also enjoy one special guest or walking field trip per session. Parents, don’t miss this great opportunity for your kids to have classic summer fun as they play the day away at the YKC! The Y Kids Club swims THREE times a week! 8:30am-5:30pm Ages 6-12.

Ooey Gooey June 3 - June 14

Time Travelers June 17 - June 28

Around the World July 1 - July 12

Y Camp’s Got Talent July 15 - July 26

Full STEAM Ahead! July 29 - Aug 9

Santa Rosa

Main YMCA 1111 College Ave

Sonoma Prestwood

343 E. MacArthur

8:30am - 5:30pm

NO

CAMP JULY 4

The YMCA Kinder Camp program provides 4 and 5 year olds with fun opportunities for exploration, imaginative play, and themed activities, all while we prepare them emotionally, socially, and physically for Kindergarten. Kinder Camp is all summer long and runs 9am-2pm - We have limited spots open, so do not miss out! Kinder Camp is located at the YMCA Preschool, a year-round licensed program.

KINDER CAMP

Santa Rosa

Piner Campus YMCA Early Childhood Center

2590 Piner Road

Kinder Camp Runs 9am-2pm NO CAMP JULY 4

EXPLORERS

Our Y Explorers Camp is a fun packed week-long session. Each day campers will meet @Spring Lake and take off Exploring, either on or off location with something planned daily. Thursdays, the Explorers will have the opportunity to take a larger adventure, getting back no later than 8pm. The fun-filled week will conclude with a BBQ on Friday! Ages 11-13, 8am to 5pm.

San Francisco Trip Cal Skate, Bowling, Ferry Ride to Dungeon Adventure Ride, Fishing

June 10 - June 14

Academy of Sciences Point Bonita Hike, Paintball,

Kayaking June 17 - June 21

Santa Rosa

Spring Lake Oak Knolls Camp Site

8am—5pm

Thursday Trip will arrive by 8pm

BBQ Every Friday - Ages 11-13

Safari West Armstrong Woods, Scandia,

Paddle Boats June 24 - June 28

White Water Rafting Ilsanjo Hike

July 1 - July 5

Six Flags Angel Island, Samuel P. Taylor

State Park, Fishing July 8 - July 12

California State Fair Glass Beach, Scandia

July 15 - 19

Raging Waters Water Park Muir Woods, Movies

July 22 - July 26

Horse Back Riding Salt Point State Park, Golden

Gate Bridge Walk July 29 - Aug 2nd

Sonoma Canopy Tours Doran Beach, Epicenter

Aug 5 - Aug 9

NO

CAMP JULY 4

Teens 13-15 will gain leadership skills and camp counseling experience with the Counselor In Training program. Learn teambuilding techniques, risk management, project planning, and methods for interaction with youth. The CIT program is a supportive atmosphere for teens to develop the ability to lead, gain understanding of self and others, and experience volunteering with youth in our camp programs.

COUNSELOR IN TRAINING PROGRAM

CIT Training June 4 - June 6

8am-4pm

NATIONAL ACADEMY OF ATHLETICS

The YMCA partners with National Academy of Athletics to offer additional summer sports programs focused on the development of fundamentals. The camps are designed to provide young people with athletic skills development and a solid foundation for fitness. From beginners to the expert, whether you want to improve your skills or just compete, the National Academy of Athletics has something that will motivate and challenge every camper! Location TBD

Visit the NAS website for more information and registration: https://www.nationalacademyofathletics.com

Basketball All-Sport

All Sports Jr.

Volleyball Football

Cheer

Soccer Soccer Jr. Lacrosse

All-Sport All-Sport Jr.

Baseball/Softball

DodgeballJuly 1 - July 3

Football All-Sport & All-Sport Jr.

Volleyball

Soccer

Soccer Jr.

Basketball Baseball/Softball

Dodgeball

Lacrosse Volleyball

All-Sport & All-Sport Jr.

Basketball

All-Sport

R EGISTRATION & PAYMENT SIBLING DISCOUNT

$15 discount per session for each additional child enrolled (while in concurrent sessions).

This discount does not apply to 1 week sessions, camps with a 3 day/week/session option, or to camp rates already reduced through financial assistance.

DEPOSITS

Camp programs fill up quickly! If not paying in full, a deposit is required for each child in order to reserve a space. Please note deposit fees: (ALL DEPOSITS ARE NON-REFUNDABLE.)

$50 per session for Explorers camp

$30 per session for day, sports, and specialty camps

$15 per session for participants receiving financial assistance

CIT program fees are due in full at the time of registration; no deposit option is available.

PAYMENTS

ACH (Autopay) is the preferred method of payment. If you are signed up for autopay, payment is expected and will be deducted two weeks before camp session begins.

Final cash and check payments for each reserved camp are due no later than TWO WEEKS before the start of camp. We do not mail bills.

Failure to make a final camp payment by the deadline will result in forfeiture of camp spot. A $15 reinstatement fee will be charged in order for the camper to be reinstated if a spot is still available.

Camp fees may be paid by cash, check, VISA, MasterCard, American Express, or Discover (Payments are not accepted at camp sites.)

Payments can be mailed to 1111 College Ave, dropped off at the Program Office at 1207 College Ave, or called in to 544-1829.

Late Fee for Late Pick-up: $1 per minute after site closure

PROGRAM CANCELLATION

In order to maintain high quality camp programs, we have established a minimum and maximum number of campers per camp. The YMCA reserves the right to cancel a program due to insufficient enrollment.

RECEIPTS

PLEASE RETAIN YOUR RECEIPTS FOR TAX PURPOSES. We are unable to run a report at tax time. The Sonoma County Family YMCA’s tax ID number is 94-1265049. You may also access this info in your Daxko account, after logging in.

Transfers made after the 2 week deadline will result in forfeiture of deposit.

Transfers in excess of the allowed amount will result in forfeiture of deposit (or $15, $30, $50, or $75 depending on the camp to be transferred if the session is paid in full).

There will be no retroactive transfers of deposits and/or full payments of camp sessions. REFUNDS

We will refund camp fees paid in full, less a deposit (see above for amount), for cancellations made at least TWO WEEKS prior to the start of camp. In case of illness or injury, please provide a physician’s statement if the two week deadline has passed. A written refund request is required before a refund will be provided. Please allow 2-3 weeks for processed refunds. No refunds or credits will be issued for missed days at camp, for cancellations made after the two week deadline, or for campers suspended or expelled from camp.

TRANSFERS If your plans change and you need to transfer to a different session, we will be glad to accommodate you if a new session is available. Transfers must be requested in writing at least two weeks prior to the beginning of the camp session. One deposit per camper, per camp session may be transferred until two weeks prior to the session start date.

Summer Adventure Day Camp, Sports Camp, & STEM Camp

Hours: 7am - 6pm

Two Week Sessions One Week Option 3-Days Per Week Option

$382 Facility Member $214 Facility Member $48 per day - Facility Member

$424 Program Member $237 Program Member $55 per day - Program Member

Summer Y Kids Club

Hours: 8:30am - 5:30pm

Kids Club (2 Weeks) One Week Option 3-Days Per Week Option

$197 Facility Member $110 Facility Member $26 per day - Facility

$217 Program Member $125 Program Member $29 per day - Program

Kinder Camp Hours: 9am - 2pm Two Week Sessions (Half Days - 9am - 2pm)

$352 Facility Member

$391 Program Member

Explorers Counselor in Training Program (CIT)

Hours: 8am – 5pm Program Fee (includes training & one session

One Week Sessions $210 per participant $245 Facility Member Additional Sessions of Camp $310 Program Member $105 per session

Any sessions that encompass the 4th of July holiday will be prorated,

due to no camp on the 4th

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SONOMA COUNTY FAMILY YMCA 2019 Summer Camp

WHAT TO BRING TO YCAMP

Sunblock SPF 15+

Backpack

Swimsuit & Towel*

Hat

Camp Shirt*

CAMP SHIRTS are required for FIELD TRIP days

SWIMSUIT & TOWEL* are required for SWIM DAYS

Parents will receive a CAMP PARENT PACKET that will detail what to bring and your swim days

*A FULL SNACK and FULL LUNCH are required

Full AM Snack & Full Lunch

Water Bottle

Sonoma County Family YMCA

1111 College Avenue

Santa Rosa, CA 95404 www.scfymca.org

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