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DISCOVERY CAMPS
2012 Summer Camp Guide
2012 Full Day Registration Packet
2012 Half Day Registration Packet
2012 Camp Season: June 25 to August 24
Camp Locations: Princeton Family YMCA
Hours of Operation: 7:30am to 6:00pm
2012 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 emphasize understanding and acceptance in a happy, healthy and safe atmosphere. YMCA Discovery Camps is about making new friends, growing in self-confidence and working together.
Discovery-Pioneers
4-5 years old (by 6/15/2012)
Discovery-Navigators
6-7 years old (by 6/15/2012)
Discovery-Explorers
8-9 years old (by 6/15/2012)
Discovery-Voyagers
10-12 years old (by 6/15/2012)
Camper/Staff ratios by age group:
Ages 4 to 5 - 6:1
Ages 6 to 7 - 8:1
Ages 8 to 9 - 8:1
Ages 10 to 12 - 10:1
Ages 13 to 15 - 10:1
LEADERSHIP ACADEMY
13 to 15 Years Old (by June 15)
Camp Season: June 25 to August 17 (eight, two-week sessions)
Camp Location: Princeton Family YMCA
Hours of Operation: 7:30am to 6:00pm
YMCA Leadership Academy provides a stepping stone for teens to become confident and competent adults with a sense of belonging to their community. This summer program, for teens ages 13-15, includes a leadership curriculum, workshops, and field trips. The Y creates a powerful sense of relevance for your teen, while providing the skills and confidence necessary to find success in school and in life. The program builds motivation and confidence for their future personal success. As a comprehensive program, we provide your teen 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 our teens positive role models, we will strive to promote and enhance their personal growth in order to develop leaders who will become a positive force within their communities..
To round out an awesome summer camp experience, register for Specialty Camps!
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, our 2012 Summer Camp Calendar will give you an overview of your child's summer camping experience at the Princeton Family YMCA. To keep you up-to-date, a weekly "E-Blast" will be emailed to all 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
Campers will swim daily at the Princeton YMCA pool. Each campers' 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 two pool lengths non-stop, and tread water for one minute.
Certified lifeguards are always present and flotation devices are used for non swimmers. Each day, campers will receive 20 minutes of swim lessons by our certified swim instructors, and 20 minutes of free swim. Campers should come to camp prepared with a bathing suit, sun block and a dry change of clothes if needed. Campers may 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.
Youth & Family Director
Paul Zeger, 609-497-9622, x212
Senior Program Director
Kevin Walsh, 609-497-9622, x236