Summer Camp

Welcome to the Chaplin Family YMCA Summer Day Camps!!

We are excited for another eventful summer and look forward to meeting you and your children.
 

Parent Information Sessions
Have questions about the camps we are offering? Learn more about our camps at our Parent Information Sessions in the YMCA Rotunda.
Saturday April 19, 2008 from 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Wednesday May 7, 2008 from 5 – 8 p.m.

Register in person at the YMCA  Main Building or

For more information please contact: Pamela Shuker - Supervisor of Day Camp at 519.623.YMCA ext. 255 or pamela_shuker@ymca.ca
 

Download Camp Brochure & Forms

Program Emphasis
• Y Values – caring, honesty, respect and responsibility
• Positive health & social values
• Co-operation in group settings
• Awareness & respect for the environment
• Development of a variety of skills & interests
• Opportunities for constructive fun
• Counsellors will provide behavioural guidance focusing on positive interaction and reinforcement to foster the development of behaviours appropriate to camp

Registration
• Registration begins Tuesday February 19, 2008. Registration forms can be downloaded off the website.
• Applications must be completed in full, signed and accompanied by payment.
• Full payment required when registering for 1 or 2 weeks (included within is a $20 reservation fee per camp), and a $20 non refundable reservation fee for each additional week. When registering for more than 2 weeks, postdated payments dated no later than 14 days prior to the beginning of each subsequent week are also required. Declined credit cards or NSF cheques are subject to a $20.00 plus GST. service charge.
• In addition to Junior Campers, the YMCA offers opportunities for children under 5 years to participate in summer licensed child care. Contact 519.623.YMCA.
• Please note: if a camp does not meet the required number of participants it may be cancelled. 2 weeks notice will be provided and the YMCA will attempt to accommodate your needs with additional options. Upon camp cancellation, a full refund will be issued.
• Registration forms must include email address if applicable.
• Online registrations will be subject to a $3.50 convenience charge.
 

Refund Policy
Cancellations received in writing 30 days prior to camps start date, receive a refund, less the $20 reservation fee for each camp and a $20 plus G.S.T. administration fee.
Refunds requested after this time require a medical note.
Online registration refunds will be subject to a $20 reservation fee and a $20 plus G.S.T. administration fee.
In the event the YMCA is closed, due to circumstances beyond our control, including power outages, day camp will be cancelled for the affected time and refunds will not be issued.

Additional Information

Camp operates 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. Monday to Friday
Early/late supervision available at no charge 7:30 - 9 a.m. & 4 - 5:30 p.m.
A $10/10 minute late fee applies to pickups after 5:30 p.m.
Pick-up and drop-off is at the YMCA pavilion or green space. See signage in parking lot for directions. Campers must be signed in and out unless written permission is provided.
• Campers must register by week. Space permitting, single day registration may be accommodated by calling on the Thursday prior to the camp week. Excludes specialty camps.
• Parents are encouraged to visit camp, as well as attend any of the specialty camp Friday Performances.

Location

Camper Checklist

Required each day - Please refer to information kit.

• Running shoes

• Sunscreen

• Key Lock

• Hat

• Water Bottle

• Swimsuit

• Towel

• Insect Repellent

• Nutritious Snack*

• Lunch*

*Medical Alert* For the safety of children with food allergies, please refrain from sending nuts or nut products in lunches or snacks. Inform our counselors of ALL allergies! Our goal is to provide a safe, positive camp experience for all campers. If your child has any special needs or considerations, please include a letter at registration.

Our Mission Statement

Our Staff

Our Commitment