Have the Summer of a Lifetime: 2014 Frost Valley YMCA Summer Camps & Adventure Trips

FROST VALLEY YMCASUMMER CAMPS & ADVENTURE TRIPS

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

4-5 Introduction • Mission • Staff • Giving

6-7 Camp Wawayanda • Camp Henry Hird

8-9 Daily Schedule • All Camp Events

10-11 FAQ • Camp Dates • How to Register

12-13 Registration Form

Here at Frost Valley YMCA, a summer spent in nature—surrounded by new friends, positive role models, and engaging activities—is so much more than a few weeks away from home. Nestled in the heart of the Catskill Mountains, summer camp at Frost Valley is a priceless experience for your child to build the values that will guide them through life. This “screen-free zone” provides endless opportunities for campers to explore the natural world around them. Whether they’re hiking our trails, horseback riding at East Valley Ranch, cultivating produce at the Farm, or exploring the Maine Coast, Frost Valley campers are given endless opportunities for growth and discovery.

Better than sending a friend request, friendships are formed while paddling a canoe together. Conversations take place around a campfire, as opposed to via text messages. And rather than sharing photos online, memories are formed as images imprinted in young minds for life.Summer 2014 can be your child’s time to shine. Each day is filled with engaging pastimes, including arts and crafts, hiking, sports, archery, climbing, boating, and swimming. Frost Valley summer camp is rich with time-honored camp favorites, such as singing and storytelling around the campfire, cheers at every meal, and evenings capped off with a dazzling display of stars. The experience of a summer at Frost Valley is filled with a whole new type of wireless entertainment.

We invite you and your children to have the summer of a lifetime that will build a lifetime of values. Join us for Frost Valley Summer Camp 2014.

BUILD A LIFETIMEOF VALUES.

3My daughter came home taller, confident, with many new friends, and so happy, with lots of new, exciting experiences. She will remember this for life.

LISA - Parent of a Wawayanda Camper

14-15 Participation Agreement • Adventure Village

16-17 Adventure Trips

18-19 Horse Programs

20-21 Farm Camp

22-23 Other Programs

845-985-2291 | [email protected] | frostvalley.org

RESIDENT SLEEPAWAY CAMPImagine you are here: It’s a hot summer day. You hike up the trail towards the cool spray of High Falls. Later, there’s a wicked game of gaga ball on Big Tree Field. Or, you can choose to climb up the 40-foot Y Tower, soar down the zip-line, join the choreographed dance routine or go for a horseback ride on the trails. Then you can plunge into the refreshing waters of Lake Cole! Day turns to night. It’s a hot summer night. There’s a crackling campfire. You’re making S’mores and story-telling beneath a blanket of stars. New friends feel as comfortable as family. Counselors lead the sing-along. Cicadas provide the background music. The summer seems perfectly endless. The night does, too. But soon dawn breaks. There’s the flag-raising ceremony, pancakes in the dining hall, the sleepy, smiling faces of all your friends, and you get to do it all over again!

Come join us: Frost Valley YMCA— Where Summer Happens.

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ANNUAL GIVINGPROJECT 332Every child deserves the opportunity to have the summer of a lifetime.

Enrolling in a Frost Valley camp program opens up a world of opportunities

in leadership, skill building, and appreciation for the natural world.

With the generous support of our donor community, over 500 children

received the gift of Frost Valley Summer Camp in 2013. Right now, a child

who would not otherwise be able to join us is waiting for the opportunity

gain the values that will shape his or her character for life.

Will you help us build a lifetime of values for campers this summer?

DONATE ONLINE TODAY: project332.org

Enrolling in a Frost Valley camp program opens up a world of opportunities

received the gift of Frost Valley Summer Camp in 2013. Right now, a child

who would not otherwise be able to join us is waiting for the opportunity

project332.org

OUR MISSIONTo put Judeo/Christian principles into practice through programs that build healthy spirit,

mind and body for all. In pursuit of this mission, we strive to embody the following core values:

Caring, Community, Diversity, Honesty, Inclusiveness, Respect, Responsibility, and Stewardship.

FROST VALLEY STAFF Frost Valley YMCA is dedicated to hiring only the very best counselors to care for our campers.

Many have been with us since they were young, journeying from camper-to-CIT-to-counselor.

They know our history, culture, traditions, and terrain as if they have Frost Valley running

through their DNA. Others come to us from countries overseas. Counselors undergo extensive

training in our policies and procedures, which stress health and safety. And all Frost Valley

YMCA staff members are subject to in-depth background and criminal history checks.

CARING: We go beyond ourselves to do what we can for all.


CAMP WAWAYANDA(GRADES 2-7)Camp Wawayanda is a traditional overnight camp where, in two-week sessions, children reach new heights of independence, choosing from a wide range of activities based on age, interest, and ability. Campers gain confidence, skills and good friends as they climb the Y-tower, hike to High Falls, kayak across Lake Cole, and meet others from many different cultures.

Campers are placed in villages according to age and gender. For more information about Camp Wawayanda, please email [email protected], or call (845) 985-2291 ext. 301.

POKEY/TOTEM (girls/boys, grades 2-4)

SUSKY/FOREST (girls/boys, grades 5-6)

LAKOTA/OUTPOST (girls/boys, grade 6-7)

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It was so important for our daughters to have a positive first sleep-away camp experience ... and that’s exactly what Frost Valley delivered.

VIRGINIA - Parent of a Wawayanda Camper

CAMP HENRY HIRD(GRADES 8-10)At Camp Henry Hird, teens come together for two weeks at a time to enjoy a wide range of camp

offerings, including extended overnights on the trail, sleeping under the stars, adventure course, big

brother/big sister events, and ultimate sicko ball. On a daily basis, we witness the transformation

from camper to young leader, as teens exceed their own expectations and become confident, socially

responsible stewards of the natural world.

Campers are placed in villages according to age and gender.

For more information about Camp Henry Hird, please email

[email protected], or call (845) 985-2291 ext. 271.

SACKY/HEMLOCK (girls/boys, grade 8)

TACOMA/LENAPE (girls/boys, grade 9)

WINDSONG/PAC (girls/boys, grade 10)

SUNBURST (girls only, grade 10)

COMMUNITY: We work together to create shared connections.

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My son told me he felt he was a “totally different person” after spending two weeks at FV. He felt happy, connected to new friends and a greater sense of himself. As a mom, what more could I hope for?! Thank you!

KERRY - Parent of a Hird Camper


7:45AM for Wawayanda

8:30AM for Hird

FLAGRAISING & BREAKFAST A great time for announcements,

recognitions and skits.

9:30AMFEELING GOOD Activities for campers vary by age and

include arts & crafts, hikes, tubing

adventure, gardening, yoga.

10:40AM

SPORTS & GAMES

Basketball, soccer, dodge ball,

geronimo, capture the flag, ultimate

sicko ball, mountain boarding, gaga

ball and more!

11:50AM for Wawayanda

12:50PM for Hird

LUNCH & REST HOUR

2:00PM

WATERFRONT A certified aquatic staff leads this

instructional and recreational

program on our own Lake Cole.

Progressive swim lessons are

available as well as canoeing, rowing,

kayaking and a bunch of water sports!

3:10PM

SPECIALTIES These popular skill building sessions

are taught in 5-day blocks. Campers

choose 4 specialties each session.

Choices vary and may include a variety

of sports, photography, radio, nature,

arts, high adventure, hiking, and

swimming. Note: Horseback Riding

Lessons run during specialty.

5:30PM for Wawayanda

6:30PM for Hird

DINNER

7:30PMEVENING PROGRAMS

Campfires, overnights, hayrides,

dances, and astronomy are just a few

things campers get to do.

9:30PM for Wawayanda

10:00PM for Hird

GOODNIGHT! LIGHTS OUT

SAMPLE DAILY SCHEDULE Schedule content will vary with age group and village. Every camper enjoys an

overnight experience. Cabin cleanup is complete before campers begin daily activities.

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DIVERSITY: We promote a culture of respect and value diversity.

HORSEBACK RIDING LESSONS (GRADES 2-9) AVAILABLE ALL SESSIONS

Designed for beginning riders of all ages, campers join our qualified instructors for

four one-hour riding blocks, focusing on basic Western horsemanship skills in the

arena and out on the trail. Riders work on proper mounting, dismounting, starting,

stopping and steering the horse. Not available for campers participating in Farm

Camp, Adventure Village, Adventure Trips, or East Valley Ranch.

ALL CAMP EVENTS FOURTH OF JULY (1ST SESSION)

The Fourth of July begins, like all other days, with a flag raising ceremony. But for our Independence Day celebration, the entire camp joins together around the flagpole to sing a rousing happy birthday to America. During the day, we host a carnival to celebrate our great country. Later, we invite our international summer staff to participate in a small world fair where all cultures share their history and traditions. The day culminates with an evening of fireworks over Lake Cole.

OLYMPIX (2ND SESSION)

Every summer, the Olympix spirit sweeps through camp when Frost Valley YMCA hosts our annual Olympix championship. Competing countries vary from year to year and are represented by groups of campers. The opening ceremony commences the night before with dances, skits, and songs representing the cultural traditions of each country. Team unity and pride are on full display, but it’s the spirit of Frost Valley that rises strong and pure. Let the games begin!

BATTLE OF THE THEMES (3RD SESSION)

Hasn’t every kid wanted to be a superhero, a wizard, or a princess? Enter battle of the themes day. Campers bring fantasy to life dressing up in costumes based on a theme of their choice. Themes vary from wizards and superheroes to pirates and princesses. Campers compete in games based on the themes chosen. Imagination becomes reality!

HIRDSTOCK (4TH SESSION)

Hirdstock, a camp-wide music festival inspired by the original Woodstock, takes place during the fourth session. Campers participate in arts and crafts, games, an air guitar competition, and other activities on Hirdstock Field. But, the main attraction is always the music. Performances by campers, counselors, and other professional bands draw the positive vibes of all present.


$50 Store Credit

Pay in full and return all completed camp & medical forms to us by March 31 to

receive a $50 non refundable credit at the Camp Store!

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONSWHO SUPERVISES MY CHILD?

Many of our summer staff members were campers at one

time. They became CITs and then counselors, and they

know Frost Valley YMCA better than anyone. Others are

internationals. Many return year after year, giving Frost

Valley a family feel and a real sense of culture and tradition.

Counselors undergo extensive training in our policies and

procedures which stress health and safety first. In-depth

background and criminal history checks are performed on all

of our employees. Our staff to camper ratio is 1 to 4.

WHAT IF MY CHILD GETS SICK?

Guenther Family Wellness Center, located on camp, is staffed

by registered nurses and EMTs 24 hours a day. If your child

gets sick, you will be notified immediately while your child

receives the care they need. To learn more, email: nurse@

frostvalley.org

WHAT WILL MY CHILD EAT?

Three hot, wholesome meals are served daily. Our dining

hall offers a vast array of options from the typical kid fare

to organic, gluten-free, dairy-free, and vegan options. Care

is taken to meet the dietary needs of all of our campers.

Fresh fruit is available for snacking all day long. Chartwells

Educational Dining Service creates the menus, ensuring that

each meal is nutritionally balanced. Candy and soda are not

served or sold in the Camp Store.

WHERE WILL MY CHILD SLEEP?

Camp accommodations vary from single cabins, yurts,

and tents to lodges which house two-to-four male or

female cabin groups. These arrangements all promise the

opportunity for friendships to flourish naturally and with

ease. We honor one mutual bunk request per camper.

IS FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE AVAILABLE?

Frost Valley YMCA’s Annual Giving Campaign, Project 332,

raises money for “camperships” to allow over 500 children

to experience Frost Valley who would not otherwise be able

to. For more information about our camperships and to start

the application process email: [email protected].

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WAYS TO REGISTER:3

1. Register Online at www.frostvalley.org

2. Fill out the Registration Form in the center spread of this brochure and send it to: Camp Registrar Frost Valley YMCA 2000 Frost Valley Road Claryville, NY 12725

3. Fax the Registration Form to: 845-985-7925

TRANSPORTATIONWe offer bus transportation to and from camp in these Frost Valley neighborhoods: Brooklyn NY, Montclair NJ, and Manhattan! The cost is $80.00 per camper one way. For more information, please feel free to contact us at: [email protected].

CANCELLATION POLICY:• All cancellations must be received in writing• Full refund if cancelled by March 31• Full refund minus $100 deposit (per camper, per session) if cancelled by June 1• NO REFUNDS AFTER JUNE 1

2014CAMPDATESOPEN HOUSES: FEB 9, MAR 9, APR 6

SESSION 1: JUNE 29 - JULY 11

SESSION 2: JULY 13 - 25

SESSION 3: JULY 27 - AUGUST 8

SESSION 4: AUGUST 10 - 22

HOLDOVERS OFFERED BETWEEN SESSIONS

FOR $250 PER CAMPER.

HOLDOVER A: JULY 11 - 13

HOLDOVER B: JULY 25 - 27

HOLDOVER C: AUGUST 8 - 10

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Camper Information: rMale rFemale

Check this box if address and home phone are the same as Account Holder r

First Name: __________________________________________________________________________ Last Name: ____________________________________________________________________________________________

Email Address: ___________________________________________________________________________________How many years has camper attended camp at Frost Valley? ________________*Please be sure that your email address is valid. You will receive all correspondence to this email. Add “[email protected]” to your address book to ensure delivery. Your email is confidential information.

Street Address: _____________________________________________________________________ City: ____________________________________________________________________________________________________

State: _________________ Zip/Postal Code: _________________County _____________________________Country (if outside USA): ______________________________________________________________

Home Phone: _______________________________________________Birth Date: ________________________Age at time of camp: ________________________ Grade Entering Fall ‘14: ____________

Cabinmate request: (Limited to one child. Request must be in same grade and must be mutual) ___________________________________________________________________________

YOUR CAMPER’S INFORMATION HERE

Account Holder/Parent/Guardian #1 Information: (all information, correspondence and invoices will be sent to the “Account Holder” name)First Name: _________________________________________________Last Name: ________________________________________________ Occupation: ____________________________________________________

Email Address: _________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________*Please be sure that your email address is valid. You will receive all correspondence to this email. Add “[email protected]” to your address book to ensure delivery. Your email is confidential information.


State: _________________ Zip/Postal Code: _________________Country (if outside USA): _________________________________________________________ County _________________________________

Home Phone: _______________________________________________Work Phone: _______________________________________________ Cell Phone: ______________________________________________________

Relationship to Camper: rMother rFather rGuardian rOther: __________________Custodial Parent? rYes rNo Date Of Birth_______________________________

Parent/Guardian #2/Non-Custodial Parent (Note: all information, correspondence and invoices will be sent to the “Account Holder” named above)

Check this box if address and home phone are the same as Account Holder r

First Name: _________________________________________________Last Name: ________________________________________________ Occupation: ____________________________________________________

Email Address: _________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________*Please be sure that your email address is valid. You will receive all correspondence to this email. Add “[email protected]” to your address book to ensure delivery. Your email is confidential information.


State: _________________ Zip/Postal Code: _________________Country (if outside USA): _________________________________________________________ County _________________________________

Home Phone: _______________________________________________Work Phone: _______________________________________________ Cell Phone: ______________________________________________________

Relationship to Camper: rMother rFather rGuardian rOther: __________________Custodial Parent? rYes rNo Date Of Birth_______________________________

Non-Custodial Parent: rShould be contacted in case of emergency and has permission to pick up camper

Emergency Contacts and Authorized Pick Up Persons: (In addition to parents/guardians)

*Use this area to list the individual(s) we may contact in an emergency and you authorize to pick up your camper from camp or bus location at the end of a session in the event that you are unable to do so.

1. Name: ____________________________________________________2. Name: ___________________________________________________ 3. Name: ________________________________________________________

Relationship to Camper: _________________________________Relationship to Camper: ________________________________ Relationship to Camper: ____________________________________

Home Phone: _______________________________________________Home Phone: ______________________________________________ Home Phone: __________________________________________________

Cell/Work Phone: __________________________________________Cell/Work Phone: _________________________________________ Cell/Work Phone: ______________________________________________

YOUR INFORMATION HERE

For Internal Use Only r S r F r D r M r O ____________________________________________________________________________________________

2014 FROST VALLEY YMCA SUMMER CAMP REGISTRATION FORM* Please print legibly and complete ALL boxes on pages 12-14

How did you hear about Frost Valley? Please check one and use the line below to write the name/place if applicable.

r Friend, Who? r Alumni, Who? r Internet, Where? r Camp Fair, Where? r Magazine, Which? r School, Which? r Brochure r TV r Other_______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

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Camper Name (First and Last): ___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

PAYMENT INFORMATIONEnclosed please find: $100 Deposit per session x ___________________ sessions = $ _____________________________

PAYMENT METHOD: o Check Enclosed (Made payable to Frost Valley YMCA)

o Charge To: o Visa o MasterCard o Discover o American Express

Account Number: ________________________________________________________________________ Exp. Date: ____________/_________

Signature: _______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

o I, __________________________________________________________________ , authorize Frost Valley YMCA to charge the outstanding balance on my family’s Frost Valley YMCA Summer Camp invoice to the credit card listed above on March 31, 2014.

*If registering after March 31, Frost Valley will charge the full amount due upon receipt of this registration to credit card listed above.

4 Check box(es) of session(s) you would like to attend (white boxes indicate available sessions):

TUITION Level A Level B Level C

Traditional Resident Camp

r $1880 r $1730 r $1630

Traditional Resident Camp One Week Try-It -- -- r $1000

Adventure Village r $1995 r $1845 r $1745

Adventure Village One Week Try-It -- -- r $1050

Farm Camp r $2040 r $1890 r $1790

Mustang Village r $2240 r $2090 r $1990

East Valley Ranch (2 wk) r $2355 r $2205 r $2105

East Valley Ranch (4 wk) r $4380 r $4230 r $4130

FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE Our goal is to make Frost Valley YMCA Summer Camp affordable for everyone through camperships. Please visit FrostValley.org or email [email protected] for more information.

USE THIS TO CALCULATE YOUR FEETotal price of camp session(s), and/or Adventure Trip(s)

Horseback Riding Lessons $120

Holdover Weekend A: Jul 11-13 for sessions 1&2 $250

Holdover Weekend B: Jul 25-27 for sessions 2&3 $250

Holdover Weekend C: Aug 8-10 for sessions 3&4 $250

Camp Store $50 per session suggested

Laundry $15 for unlimited loads for campers staying 2 or more consecutive sessions

Bus Fee: $80 each way

Campership Gift (Optional)

SUBTOTAL

Less $100 deposit per session

BALANCE DUE MAR 31 , 2014

TRANSPORTATION - please check appropriate box

Brooklyn Bus TO Camp session: r1 r2 r3 r4

Brooklyn Bus FROM Camp session: r1 r2 r3 r4

NYC Bus TO Camp session: r1 r2 r3 r4

NYC Bus FROM Camp session: r1 r2 r3 r4

Montclair Bus TO Camp session: r1 r2 r3 r4

Montclair Bus FROM Camp session: r1 r2 r3 r4

I will drive my child to camp session: r1 r2 r3 r4

I will drive my child home session: r1 r2 r3 r4

WHY 3 TUITION FEES?Frost Valley serves families with different abilities to pay.

Tuition A reflects the true cost of camp. Tuitions B & C have been created to help families that require some financial assistance to send their child to summer camp.

In the event that you cannot afford Tuition A, B, or C, please contact us about our financial assistance program. We believe every child should have a camp experience. Regardless of the tuition paid there is no difference in the camp experience for your child!

Check the tuition level you are choosing:4

PROJECT 332 ANNUAL CAMPAIGN FOR CAMPERSHIPS

Frost Valley YMCA is a 501(c)3 charitable organization. 100% of your tax-deductible contribution goes directly to support our Annual Campaign for Camperships, which offers opportunities for all children to attend summer camp regardless of their ability to pay. Will you consider lending your support with a gift?

o Yes, I/we would like to help send a child to camp. Gift amount: o $500 o $250 o $100 o $50 o Other: $ _____________________________ Thank You!

SESSIONS 1 June 29-July 11

2 July 13-25

3 July 27-Aug 8

4 Aug 10-22

Traditional Resident Camp

Traditional Resident Camp One Week Try-It AUGUST 10-15

Adventure Village

Adventure Village One Week Try-It AUGUST 10-15

Farm Camp

Mustang Village

East Valley Ranch (Regular 2 week)

East Valley Ranch (Advanced 4 week)

Horseback Riding Lessons ($120 EXTRA) (Not Available for Farm, Adventure Village, Adventure Trips, or East Valley Ranch Camps)

ADVENTURE TRIPS Adirondack Mountain Summit Multipitch

$4000

Adirondack Rambler minimum age 12 $1785

Boots and Boats $1785

Habitat for Humanity - Catskills minimum age 14 $1935

Maine Coast $1935

Maine Trail Builders $1935

Vermont Voyager $1945

West Virginia White Water $2035

White Mountain Kayak & Climb $2035

separate pricing

I hereby enroll my child in Frost Valley YMCA Summer Camp. In signing this application, I certify that he/she is healthy and free of problems that could adversely affect his/her stay or that of other campers at Frost Valley YMCA.

I agree to pay the balance of camp fees on or before March 31, 2014. I understand that reserved space may not be held past March 31, 2014 without full payment. I understand that on or after September 1, 2014 any outstanding balances are subject to a 1.5% monthly finance charge. REFUND/CANCELLATION POLICY: A full refund is available if cancelled by March 31, 2014. A full refund less a $100 deposit (per session, per camper) is available if cancelled from April 1 - June 1, 2014. No refunds if cancelled after June 1, 2014. ALL CANCELLATIONS MUST BE RECEIVED IN WRITING.

I grant permission for the applicant to participate in all planned camp activities. I hereby grant Frost Valley YMCA and its agents full authority to take whatever actions they deem necessary regarding my child’s health and safety, and I fully release Frost Valley YMCA from any liability in connection there within. In the event of an emergency, I understand that prudent attempts will be made to contact the undersigned immediately. I understand that I will be responsible for payment of all medical and medication bills.

I understand that my child must comply with the camp’s rules and standards of conduct and that the organization may terminate my child’s participation in the camp program if he/she does not maintain these standards.

Occasionally Frost Valley YMCA transports campers out of camp to participate in activities. Camp participants may be transported over to the East Valley of Frost Valley’s property and other areas within the Catskill region to enjoy programs. By signing below, I hereby give my permission for my child to be taken off site, supervised, and to take part in programs with the Frost Valley YMCA.

If my child is enrolled for Horseback Riding Lessons or registered for any of the Equestrian Camps, I understand that as with any sport there are inherent risks that can be minimized through preparation and training. Each rider will be required to wear protective attire. This includes long pants to protect the legs, socks, hard smooth-soled shoes with heels (preferably boots), and a properly fitted and secured helmet, provided by the camp.

I understand these risks and release Frost Valley YMCA, and the directors, trustees, officers, volunteers and employees of Frost Valley YMCA, from all liability for damages or injuries resulting from equine activity, negligence or defects in the preparation, instruction, or equipment involved in horseback riding in or around Frost Valley YMCA.

Frost Valley YMCA is not responsible for lost, stolen, or damaged personal articles. I authorize Frost Valley YMCA to have and use photographs, slides, videotapes and comments of the person named on this application as needed in promotional materials and public relations programming.

I individually and corporately agree to hold harmless Frost Valley YMCA, its volunteers, agents, employees and officers irrespective of any negligent act or omission by Frost Valley YMCA and/or those individuals arising from or related in any way to this Frost Valley YMCA program. Signature of Parent or Guardian: ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Print name of Parent or Guardian: ________________________________________________________________________________ Date: ___________________________

Camper Name(s): ___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

PARTICIPATION AGREEMENT & REFUND POLICY: PLEASE READ & SIGN THIS STATEMENT

your completed form with deposit or full payment if after March 31, 2014 to:Camp Registrar, Frost Valley YMCA, 2000 Frost Valley Road, Claryville, NY 12725MAIL

Call the Camp Registrar: 845-985-2291, ext. 203 or email: [email protected]?

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HONESTY: Being true to yourself and others

ADVENTURE VILLAGE AVAILABLE ALL SESSIONS

This specialty co-ed village is for the adventurous at heart! Combining the best of traditional Resident Camp and Adventure

Trips, campers will form a tight community focused on positive character development and having fun in the woods. Adventure

Village offers campers a safe environment to challenge themselves and grow as individuals and, most importantly, as a team.

From exploring the creeks of the Catskills and zip-lining the canopies to traditional favorites like Ultimate Sicko Ball and waterfront, campers are guaranteed an adventurous thrill every day. In addition, Adventure Village Campers go on an extended 4 day 3 night camping trip. Campers get to choose their adventure

trips when they get to camp. Campers can choose from trips at their age level and down.Campers age 12-13 (7th grade) go backpacking in Frost Valley YMCA’s backyard and the surrounding Catskills Mountains. Campers age 13-14 (8th grade) will either go canoeing on the Delaware River, climb the Shawangunks, or backpack around the Catskill State Park.

Campers age 14-15 (9th & 10th Grade) can choose to explore the Adirondacks by canoe at the Follensby Pond area and

go backpacking in the high peaks or head to the Shawangunks and go rock climbing.

It was a real camp experience: traditional, goofy fun, outdoorsy, lots of enthusiasm. He loved it.

PHYLLIS - Parent of an Adventure Village Camper


ADVENTURE TRIPS SERVICE TRIPSHABITAT FOR HUMANITY - CATSKILLS (GRADES 9-12, MIN. AGE 14) AVAILABLE SESSIONS 1, 3 & 4

Campers work with Habitat for Humanity Catskills

to gain community service hours, make new friends,

acquire new skills, and “give back.” Helping to rebuild

the Catskills from the devastating effects of Hurricane

Irene, campers earn up to 35 volunteer service

hours. They will also enjoy the beauty of the Catskill

Mountains by climbing in the nearby Mohonk Preserve

and biking in the esteemed Minnewaska State Park.

EXPLORER TRIP (basic)

ADIRONDACK RAMBLER

(GRADES 7-9 MIN. AGE 12)

AVAILABLE SESSIONS 2 & 4

Just getting started in the Adventure

World, but ready for a real challenge?

Come join us for a variety of

wilderness

activities and

figure out what

you love! The

Adirondacks

are the perfect

place to meet

new friends and

try your hand at

canoeing, hiking,

rock climbing

and whitewater

rafting.

ADVENTURE VILLAGE

EXPLORERS (BASIC)

PATHFINDER TRIPS (introductory)WEST VIRGINIA WHITE WATER (GRADES 8-10) AVAILABLE SESSIONS 1 & 3Spend two weeks rock climbing, caving, mountain biking, and (of course) whitewater rafting in the world-renowned New River Gorge. With over 25 years experience running this trip, West Virginia is a great introduction to what adventure can offer. *Participants must be comfortable in water and know how to swim.

VERMONT VOYAGER (GRADES 8-10) AVAILABLE SESSION 1Learn to sail with us on Lake Champlain in beautiful Burlington, Vermont. In addition to learning to sail, we’ll climb the rock faces nearby, bike the Burlington Bike Path, and pick up a snack as we tour the Ben & Jerry’s ice cream factory for a true taste of Vermont! *Participants must be comfortable in water and know how to swim.

MAINE COAST (GRADES 8-11) AVAILABLE SESSIONS 2 & 4Acadia National Park, here we come! From rock climbing on Otter Cliffs to biking on the carriage roads, Mount Desert Island has a lot to offer. After 5 days of land-based adventures, we will join certified Maine kayak guides for 4 days of island camping and exploring Maine’s coastal islands in tandem sea kayaks.

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MAINE TRAIL BUILDERS (GRADES 9-12) AVAILABLE SESSION 2

Campers explore the beautiful

area of Acadia, Maine, as they

help maintain trails and complete

service work with the National

Park Service. Digging in the dirt,

trimming trees and doing various

other projects around the park,

they will earn up to 35 hours of

community service. On days off,

they’ll climb cliffs above the ocean

and bike the carriage roads.

PIONEER TRIPS (intermediate)WHITE MOUNTAIN KAYAK & CLIMB (GRADES 9-12) AVAILABLE SESSIONS 1 & 3Travel to the beautiful White Mountains of New Hampshire and learn technical kayaking skills with experienced instructors. We will also climb some of the best cliffs on the east coast at North Conway. This trip, outfitted with the well-known Eastern Mountain Sports Outdoor School, is for the budding outdoor enthusiast who wants to take their love of the outdoors and take it to the next level. *Participants must be comfortable in water and know how to swim.

BOOTS AND BOATS (GRADES 9-12) AVAILABLE SESSION 2

Boots and Boats is a longstanding tradition. With both canoeing and backpacking enthusiasts in tow, campers explore some of the more remote areas of the Adirondack wilderness. Warning, there will be mindblowing vistas.

ADVANCED TRIPADIRONDACK MOUNTAIN SUMMIT MULTIPITCH (GRADES 10-12) AVAILABLE JUNE 29-JULY 25

The most advanced wilderness trip, Adirondack Mountain Summit Multipitch is nothing short of amazing. Campers summit the most beautiful and highest peaks in the Adirondacks and climb the highest cliff-face on the east coast. They spend eleven days backpacking before spending seven days climbing. The climbing section will provide hands-on learning for setting up gear, scouting and climbing safely, and learning to become responsible outdoor enthusiasts for life.

My son gave service to a good cause, met and worked with different kinds of people, broadened his horizons, had an adventure in the beautiful outdoors, and had fun through it all.

MICHAEL - Parent of an Adventure Trip Camper

ADVANCED /SERVICE

AiT ADVENTURE VILLAGE STAFF

TRIPS STAFFPIONEERS (INTERMEDIATE)

PATHFINDERS (INTRODUCTORY)

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MUSTANG VILLAGE

GIRLS ONLY (GRADES 2-5, AGES 7-10)

AVAILABLE ALL SESSIONS

Mustang Village is designed for girls who want to live the life of an

equestrian, but also participate in traditional camp activities. Half

of each day is dedicated to learning the basics of horsemanship and

developing riding skills, one hour of which is spent in the saddle, the

remainder is spent learning about horses on the ground. The rest

of the day, girls enjoy the pleasures of Frost Valley’s summer camp:

swimming, hiking, rock climbing, making arts and crafts, playing

sports, and much more. Girls live in a lodge with counselors selected

for their exceptional skills with both horses and campers.

Mustang Village is a great experience for first time campers, and

those with little or no riding experience, however all riding levels are

accepted. Riders are grouped according to skill and assigned a horse

for the whole session.

For more information on any of our horse programs, please email:

[email protected], or call (845) 985-2291 ext. 240.

HORSE PROGRAMSFrost Valley YMCA’s Horse Programs are dedicated to providing the opportunity for girls to develop confidence and leadership skills while learning the fundamentals of riding and horse care. All of Frost Valley’s equestrian programs are designed to give girls with all levels of horse experience the chance to become more than confident in their abilities. Our horse programs feature outstanding staff from all over the world, over eighty exceptional horses, and two incredible equestrian facilities. Our programs are accredited by the Certified Horsemanship Association (CHA) and uphold the highest of safety standards.

My daughter’s experience learning horsemanship and feeling a part of the Frost Valley family was especially great in building her confidence. She sailed into her first day of middle school with self esteem that I know came from having this special camp experience.

JILL - Parent of an EVR Camper

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EAST VALLEY RANCHLocated just one mile from Farm Camp, East Valley Ranch is set in a picturesque location dedicated to providing girls with an exceptional experience working with horses and enjoying summer camp. This program is designed for girls with all levels of horse experience and our highly knowledgeable and passionate staff are eager to help them develop confidence in their abilities. East Valley Ranch campers sleep in rustic yurts arranged by age, and enjoy their own private dining hall, and a variety of program areas.

2 WEEK EAST VALLEY RANCH PROGRAMGIRLS ONLY (GRADES 5 & UP, MIN. AGE 10) AVAILABLE ALL SESSIONS

East Valley Ranch campers learn wrangling, feeding, grooming, tacking, and cleaning as they have personal responsibility for their horse for the session. Each day, they spend one and a half to two hours in the saddle, focusing on their riding technique during ring lessons and trail rides. In addition they learn about veterinary care, proper nutrition, and horse training skills. Part of each day is spent hiking, playing sports or games, and making arts and crafts. Campers will enjoy swimming several times each week, and a special EVR All Camp designed just for them! Girls grow leaps and bounds during this program, gaining confidence, centeredness, and a growing respect and compassion for other beings.

4 WEEK EAST VALLEY RANCH PROGRAM GIRLS ONLY (GRADES 7 & UP, MIN. AGE 12) AVAILABLE JUNE 29-JULY 25 & JULY 27-AUG 22For experienced riders, this month-long adventure provides new challenges and opportunities to perfect your riding technique. Girls spend two to three hours each day in the saddle, and have the opportunity to really achieve new milestones with their riding abilities. Throughout the month they will design and practice their own drill team, which is performed for the 2 week campers. In addition they will learn how to assist an instructor, as well as how to school a horse, and will enjoy in-depth classes on horse health and care. This unique program helps to build outstanding and experienced young women.For more information on our horse programs, or to find out which program would be the best match for your child please email [email protected] or call 845-985-2291 ext 240.

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FARM CAMP (GRADES 2-10) AVAILABLE ALL SESSIONS

Farm Camp, located just a hayride away from East Valley Ranch, is a working farm set

on 515 acres, with a barn full of animals and a large garden, both of which are tended to

daily by our campers. Here, children learn to care for all kinds of animals and cultivate

and harvest the garden. At farm camp, children learn on a deep level what it means to

live a healthy life and how important it is to take good care of the earth.

Frost Valley Farm Camp’s rustic yurts are arranged by age and gender, with the rest

of the day integrated as a whole group. This gives campers and staff of all ages the

chance to learn from one another, mentor others, and develop skills at their own pace.

Campers also enjoy the simple pleasures of summer camp: swimming, boating, playing

games and sports, making arts and crafts, and bonding with friends over the campfire.

Farm Camp sews the seeds of responsibility, respect, community and stewardship.

For more information, email [email protected] or call (845) 985-2291 ext. 323.

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TRADITIONAL CAMP

ACTIVITIES Swimming in the river, boating on the pond,

arts and crafts, archery, sports and games,

yoga, hiking, dam building, outdoor living skills,

tetherball, carpet ball, singing, campfires, paint

murals, skits, make music, overnight camp outs,

capture the flag, teambuilding, ecology and

nature, all camp activity days, campers choice,

creative writing, improv games, library and

reading, values, dance, astronomy, and more!

FARM ACTIVITIES Learn about the care of a variety of livestock including goats, sheep, alpacas, chicken, pigs, cows, a llama, and rabbits. Pick berries, learn where your food comes from, harvest, prepare, cook and eat, pickle, make jams, compost, plant, save seeds, be a steward of our 3 acre garden space. Collect eggs, milk goats, muck stalls, harvest veggies, enjoy family style meals. Blacksmithing, wool arts, sheep shearing, candle making, soap making, yogurt and cheese making, cooking in the kitchen.

RESPONSIBILITY: We hold ourselves accountable for what we do.

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Sending our daughter to camp for 2 weeks is the best thing we could do for her. I think the chance for these kids to disconnect from TV, Internet, and their phones and engage their brains in other activities is priceless these days. She seems so happy and relaxed and told us stories from all her camp experiences the whole ride home and into the night.

KATHLEEN - Parent of a Farm Camper


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OTHER PROGRAMS

MAINSTREAMING AT CAMP (MAC)In partnership with the Young Adult

Institute, Frost Valley YMCA welcomes

children with developmental disabilities

to join the wider camp community

during supervised daily activities. In

integrated groups, children experience

the joys of play and the abundance of

the natural world where no two things

are alike. They come to appreciate each

other and all of creation.

The MAC Program fosters

development, independence, and joy

in all of the children who attend Frost

Valley. Success guaranteed.

For more information,

visit www.yai.org/camping.

RUTH GOTTSCHO DIALYSIS & CHILDREN’S KIDNEY PROGRAMIn partnership with the Ruth Gottscho Kidney Foundation and Children’s Hospital at Montefiore, campers with chronic kidney disease benefit from the solace of nature and the carefree pleasures of summer camp alongside the wider Frost Valley YMCA community.

Supported by experienced staff and the encouragement of other healthy campers, kidney campers do things they never thought possible. They conquer the giant swing, row boats across Lake Cole, scale the climbing tower, build the very best S’more, make new friends, laugh and be silly, and sleep beneath a canopy of stars.Frost Valley YMCA provides unparalleled service and medical attention to these young campers. Dialysis treatments take place in the state-of-the-art Guenther Family Wellness Center.

For more information, please visit www.frostvalley.org/kidney.

It was a well-balanced, inclusive, community-based experience that allowed my daughter to make friends and memories she’ll have forever.

EILEEN - Parent of a Hird Camper

SUMMER DAY CAMP

(GRADES PRE-K TO 10)

Frost Valley YMCA Day Camp provides a magical summer experience to children from

the local community who aren’t yet ready for overnight camp. In day camp, they learn

Frost Valley’s timeless traditions (all-camp games, gunging the counselors, hoopla)

and our eight core values (caring, community, diversity, honesty, inclusiveness,

respect, responsibility, stewardship). Daily activities include arts and crafts, sports

and games, hiking, climbing, swimming, and soaring on the flying squirrel!

Learn more at www.frostvalley.org. If you have questions, please email daycamp@

frostvalley.org or call (845) 985-2291 ext 305.

THE TOKYO FROST VALLEY YMCA PARTNERSHIP

The Tokyo-Frost Valley YMCA partnership, a unique global collaboration between our YMCA

associations, provides a home base for Japanese families to take respite from the stresses of life

in a foreign country. Coordinated programming with YMCAs in Westchester and New York City

offer transplanted families the support they need on a regular basis.

This partnership helps Japanese children build strong identities as global citizens with friendships

that span cultures and continents.

For more information, please call (914) 761-8450 or email [email protected]

SUMMER CAMP OPEN

HOUSESFebruary 9March 9April 6

11:30 A.M. - 3 P.M.

Join us for a weekend tour during our Open House Sundays

listed above or call to book a time that’s better for you.

There will be a slide show, Q&A, lunch and a walking tour. Call

(845)985-2291 ext. 203 or email [email protected] for information and reservations.

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Have the Summer of a Lifetime: 2014 Frost Valley YMCA Summer Camps & Adventure Trips