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CAMP DISCOVERY
Camp Ratios
Staff/Camper ratios by age group:
Ages 4 to 5 - 1:6
Ages 6 to 7 - 1:8
Ages 8 to 9 - 1: 8
Ages 10 to 11 - 1:10
Ages 12 to 14 - 1:10
Discovery Camps
Camp Season: June 21 to August 27
Camp Locations: Princeton Family YMCA
Hours of Operation: 7:30am to 6:00pm
Discovery Camp Summer Calendar
YMCA Discovery Camps are the heart and soul of the Princeton Family YMCA Day Camp program. With a focus on values-based and traditional camp activities, children of all ages will enjoy the benefits of a quality day camp experience in a supervised environment among peers. Campers have opportunities to explore their world through free play, nature activities, sports and games, arts and crafts, plus age-appropriate special events. In all activities, YMCA camp staff will emphasize understanding and acceptance in a happy, healthy and safe atmosphere. YMCA Discovery Camp is about making new friends, growing in self-confidence and working together.
Discovery Junior Camp
4-5 years old (by 6/15/2010)
Discovery Camp
6-7 years old (by 6/15/2010)
Explorer Camp
8-9 years old (by 6/15/2010)
Voyager Camp
10-12 years old (by 6/15/2010)
YMCA Leadership Academy
13 to 15 Years Old (by June 15)
Camp Season: June 21 to August 27
Camp Location: Princeton Family YMCA
Hours of Operation: 7:30am to 6:00pm
Princeton Family YMCA's Leadership Academy is a comprehensive program providing teens with opportunities for leadership training, personal growth, service to others, and social development. This two-week session allows young people to work closely with an advisor on skill- and character building activities, planning and organizing camp projects plus exploring community service options. By giving teens positive role models, we will strive to promote and enhance their personal growth and social skills as young people in order to develop leaders who will become a positive force within their communities. Two important components of this leadership program will be teen and camper interaction, as well as shadow training with our camp counselors. YMCA Leadership Academy provides a stepping stone for teens to become confident and competent adults with a sense of belonging to their community.
To round out an awesome summer camp experience, register for Discovery Specialty Camps and/or M.V.P. Specialty Camps:
Discovery Specialty Camp Details
M.V.P. Specialty Camp Details
Field Trips and Special Events
Each week, campers will take part in either a special event or a field trip. For information on specific weekly activities, please see our 2010 Summer Camp Planner below. This will give you an overview of your child's summer camping experience at the Princeton Family YMCA. In addition, weekly highlight sheets will be available at each camp site or by logging on our website, and to keep you up-to-date, a weekly "E-Blast" will be emailed toall enrolled campers as a camp activity reminder and as notification of any changes for the following week. In addition, campers will receive a camp T-shirt which shouldbe worn on any field trips your child is attending..
Swim Program
Discovery campers will swim daily at our West Windsor facility, the Princeton Theological Seminary Pool. M.V.P. campers will swim at the Princeton Family YMCA pool. Each camper’s swimming ability is tested prior to pool time. In order for any camper to be allowed in the deep end, they must be able to swim one pool length (25 yards) non-stop, and tread water for one minute.
Certified lifeguards are always present and flotation devices are used for non swimmers. The weekly pool schedule will consist of two days of swim lessons and three days of free swim. Campers should come to camp prepared with a bathing suit, sun block and a dry change of clothes if needed.
PLEASE NOTE: Campers will not swim if their group is on a field trip.
As a YMCA member you’ll feel great knowing that you’re involved in an organization that cares deeply about your health and well being, as well as that of the community, and is committed to building strong kids, strong families, and strong communities.
The following forms are required to complete the registration process:
Mandatory Camp Forms (one set per camper)
Associate Youth & Family Director
RoseAnn Conway, 609-497-9622, x222
Senior Program Director
Kevin Walsh, 609-497-9622, x236