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YMCA/APYC CAMP KEKOKA Kilmarnock, VA
The YMCA’s overnight camp. Campers ages 9 to 15 experience an outdoor learning adventure! Spend a week ziplining, completing the ropes challenge course, sailing, fishing, swimming, tubing and water skiing and other traditional camp activities!
Six weeks of traditional overnight camp sessions available or try our 2-night specialty camps:Father-Son Retreat, Yoga Retreat, Family Camp, and our Mother-Daughter Retreat. For dates visit peninsulaymca.org.
Adventure Ropes Course with Zip Line and Climbing Wall!
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Enjoy our newly renovated camp• New climate controlled cabins with restrooms• New climate controlled dining hall
Register at Your YMCASee “Helpful Information”
inside for important details.peninsulaymca.orgSummer Camp 2018
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SPECIALTY CAMPS AVAILABLE!Sports, science, arts, so many to choose from! Go to peninsulaymca.org for fun weekly options. Varies by YMCA.
WHAT MAKES THE Y YOUR BEST CHOICE?
5210 FOR CHILDREN & FAMILIES
With over 80 years of camp experience, the Y leads the way to give campers their best summer ever!
JUST FOR TEENS
Teen Camp, Leaders in Training and Counselor in Leadership Training. A great summer experience! Opportunities include mentoring younger campers, leading camp activities, participating in camp projects, field trips, swimming, and fitness activities. These camps vary by location, read more online or inquire at the Welcome Center.
S.T.E.M. AND YMCA SUMMER CAMPThe Y is bridging the gap on summer learning loss. Summer Camp at the Y now includes fun and educational S.T.E.M., reading, S.P.A.R.K. and arts activities to help keep learning on track for your student.
FIND MORE INFORMATION ATPENINSULAYMCA.ORG
Weekly sessions run from June until August for rising Kindergartners to rising 9th graders. Choose one week, two weeks or the whole summer! For session dates, ages, times, cost and registration information visit our website at peninsulaymca.org, click on Programs, then choose Camp. Due to licensing regulations, registration is done at your YMCA.
These materials, and the activities described are not sponsored nor endorsed by Isle of Wight County Schools, Newport News City Schools or York County Schools.
Boating • Fishing • Crabbing • Biking • Swimming • Nature Exploration & Survival • Beach Activities • Dance & Cheer • Music & Drama • Sports & Field Games • Team Building & Leadership. Transportation available. Visit our website.
An Outdoor Adventure!
CAMP FORT MONROE Hampton, VA
JOIN THE Y AND SAVE ON CAMP FEES!Membership at the Y has many benefits. Gain access to the tools you need to live a healthier lifestyle:• Free group exercise classes• Adult and family programming• Access to all YMCAs in Virginia and North CarolinaCampers at the YMCA S.T.E.M. Fair.
• Five servings of fruits and vegetables• No more than 2 hours of screen time• One hour of physical activity each day• Zero sugary drinks
BUILDING POTENTIAL,CLOSING THE GAPKids benefit year-round from Y programs,but it is more critical during the summer months when kids are at greatest risk of falling behind.
HUNGERMany children from low-income households go without meals for most of the day during the summer when free lunches are no long available. At the Y, we bridge the hunger gap by providing much needed healthy meals and snacks. In our communities, the Y served over 22,000 healthy meals and snacks. (Varies by YMCA branch).
HEALTHSolutions to childhood obesity, lack of physical activity and nutrition require difficult lifestyle changes. Our 5210 program educates children about healthy living by incorporating lessons and activities about healthy eating along with physical activity.
WATER SAFETYDrowning is the second leading cause of accidental death in children ages 1–14. The Y teaches more than a million children vital water safety and swimming skills each year. Second Grade Learn to Swim, Summer Camp swimming and Swim Lessons educate children about water safety.
SAFE SPACESOutside of school, youth don’t always have a safe place to play. Creating safe spaces at the Y begins with the hiring process and continues during employment. In addition, children have a safe space to know they belong, know they are respected and can be themselves.
LEARNINGMost students lose two months of grade-level skills in the summer. The Y’s summer learning programs can help close this achievement gap for all students. The YMCA Enrichment plan is designed to weave reading together with fun activities so that campers work on improving their reading skills while school is out.
Nutrition education and physical activities.
ACHIEVEMENT, RELATIONSHIPS AND BELONGINGCamper Choice and Play. Provides campers an important opportunity to make individual choices and feel a sense of belonging.
Camper-Planned Events. Engaging campers to select, organize, and run an event builds collaboration skills and offers important leadership opportunities.
Crew Service. Responsibility activities encourage campers to feel a sense of ownership for maintaining the camp.
Family-Engagement Events. Family orientations, family nights, and parent and caregiver lunches connect families to the camp experience.
Huddle Group. Getting to know campers’ interests, and qualities during small-group interactions creates a positive environment, promotes friendships, and reduces conflicts.
Mastery Activities. Giving campers a chance to select an activity to practice helps build a sense of achievement.
Opening and Closing Ceremonies. Campers participate in fun and engaging routines, recognize and celebrate campers and counselors, and experience a positive social environment.
Reflection. Individual or small-group reflection on the day’s events creates belonging and fosters relationships.
Variety Activities. Allows campers to discover their interests and talents.
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