CAMPINGCREATESMEMORIESYMCA Camp Abe Lincoln2013 Summer Camp Program Catalog

Message from the Director

Dear families, Thank you for showing interest in YMCA Camp Abe Lincoln. As a past camper and now a parent of current campers, Camp Abe Lincoln holds a special place in my heart. The personal growth I see in children after just one week of camp keeps me passionate about our camping program. I have been blessed to be the Executive Director at Camp Abe Lincoln for six years and the campers continue to inspire me. YMCA Camp Abe Lincoln runs overnight and day camp programs where we put children in intentional situations that will positively impact their lives. Starting at age four and going through seventeen, children of all ages will benefit from the astounding educator that is the environment while they build positive relationships with other campers and counselors. During your child’s time at camp, they will have the opportunity to participate in some amazing activities. More importantly, they will be engaged by counselors who work to instill the four core values of the YMCA: Caring, Honesty, Respect, and Responsibility. Join us and let us help build some life-changing memories for your child. Sincerely, Zach Klipsch, Executive Director

Camp Information

Open House June 2, 2013! The Camp Abe Lincoln Open House is a great opportunity for parents to see where their children will be spending the summer. Parents will be able to get a tour of the cabins, the program areas, the dinning hall and the pool, while also getting to participate in some of the activities. Our camp staff will be available to answer any questions that parents may have while also getting to meet the campers future counselors.

American Camp Association! The ACA collaborates with the experts from the American Academy of Pediatrics, the American Red Cross and other youth service agencies to assure that current practices a the camp reflect the most up-to-date, research based standards in camp operation.

Where Are We?We are located two miles west of Buffalo, Iowa on Highway 22 along the Mississippi River. Just 12 miles from downtown Davenport.

Our StaffHaving the highest quality staff is a top priority for a successful summer experience. Our counselors, all high school graduates, join our Camp family from the local area and from around the world through our international staff member program. Every staff member undergoes background checks and participates in an intense training program. This training includes CPR, First Aid, and AED certification, Building Positive Relationships, and the Care and Well Being of Campers. Your child’s safety is our top priority.

“We had sent a baby to the college-age counselors and they sent us back a little boy with the confidence to walk into kindergarten like he knew what he was doing.” -Janet Hill, Camper Parent

Camp Pricing

As a part of the Scott County Family Y, Camp Abe Lincoln is a not for profit charity. We believe that no child should be turned away from having a camping experience from due to a parent’s financial inability to pay a fee. With that in mind, we have a tier pricing structure that allows parents to select some financial assistance if needed. The tier you select does not change the quality of program your child will receive.

Tier B This is our partially subsidized rate. Financial assistance is given from our annual Partner with Youth Kids to Camp campaign.

Tier C This is our heavily subsidized rate. Financial assistance is given form our annual Partner with Youth Kids to Camp campaign and community grants. *Additional financial assistance is available by completing a Financial Assistance form available on our website

Tier A This is the true cost of camp. The majority of our campers fit into this category.

Day camp offers the fun and adventure of camp without spending the night. Campers will spend time outdoors doing a variety of activities including archery, canoeing, horseback riding, themed arts and crafts, and games. All the while campers will play, explore, sing, and make new friends.

Register online at www.YMCACampAbeLincoln.org

Kinder Camp Ages 4-6A- $155 B- $134 C- $124July 10-12

Full Summer Ages 4-12A- $2,045 B- $1,725 C- $1,425May 27-August 9

One Week Ages 4-12A- $227 B- $195 C- $165 Multiple Sessions Available

“[My kids] had no least liked activities. They literally loved all of it, I can’t tell you one activity over the other because they raved about it all! We have them signed up to attend each week this summer!” - Day Camper Parent

Day Camps

Overnight Camps

The YMCA Camp Abe Lincoln Compass Award is a progressive award that acknowledges campers for their achievement and participation in camp activities and demonstration of the four core values of the YMCA: Caring, Honesty, Respect and Responsibility.

Overnight camp offers an authentic camping adventure. Campers will get an opportunity to experience archery, canoeing, horseback riding, arts and crafts, team building, climbing, outdoor living skills and many more. A week of overnight camp will leave a camper with a lifetime of memories and friendships. Register online at www.YMCACampAbeLincoln.org

Starter Camp Ages 6-8A- $320 B- $280 C- $240 July 7-9

One Week Ages 8-14A- $560 B- $490 C- $430 Multiple Sessions Available

Two Week Camp Ages 10-14A- $1,100 B- $960 C- $850 July 14-26

“Camp will always be a priority in y children’s summer. The staff are phenomenal, activities are fun and varied, the food is great, and the cabin living is awesome.” - Jennifer Rushton, Camper Parent

Horse Camps

Our Ranch Camp provides campers with the opportunity to gain knowledge in horse care and riding through the four core values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility. Your child will be responsible for taking care of their own horse for the week as well as get the chance to improve their riding skills. All activities are under the careful supervision of the wrangler staff.

Register online at www.YMCACampAbeLincoln.org

Overnight Horse Camp Ages 10-15A- $705 B- $608 C- $510 Multiple Sessions Available

Day Horse Camp Ages 10-12A- $395 B- $333 C- $286 Multiple Sessions Available

Wrangler In Training Ages 16-17A- $995 B- $865 C- $755 June 9-28

Ready to take camping to the next level? Our Teen and Leadership programs offer the ultimate camping experience with activities tailored to teens wanting high adventure. Teen and Leadership programs at Camp Abe Lincoln are designed around challenging activities that foster independence, leadership, and positive peer interaction. In these programs, your teen will experience character development through the core values of the YMCA, meet new friends, and do what teens love most: just hang out.

Register online at YMCACampAbeLincoln.org

Teen Leadership Camps

Teen Camp Ages 13-15A- $995 B-$865 C-$755 June 9-28 (excluding Saturdays)

Counselor In Training Ages 16-17A- $995 B-$865 C- $755 June 9-28

Partnerships

Camp GenesisWhen someone is diagnosed with cancer, it affects the whole family. Thanks to a gift from Genesis Health System Cancer Care Institute, Camp Abe Lincoln, in partnership with Gilda’s Club of the Quad Cities, has been providing Camp Genesis for the past four years. This week of camp is for children who have a family member diagnosed with cancer. If you are interested in this week of camp, please contact Camp Abe Lincoln for more details.

Military Kids CampChildren of deployed military members are heroes. This week is just for those kids who serve our country. Thanks to grants through local as well as national organizations, we are able to provide this week of overnight camp free of charge for those heroes. If you are interested in this week of camp, please contact Camp Abe Lincoln for more details.

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YMCA Camp Abe Lincoln1624 West Front StreetBlue Grass, IA 52726Tel: 563.381.3053Email: camp@scottcountyfamilyy.org

www.YMCACampAbeLincoln.org

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