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Ask THE EXPERT How Can I Prepare My Child for Overnight Camp? By Casey Porter, Program Director, Centerville Mills Camp Camp is a great place for children to discover more about themselves and the world.Overnight camp’s unique environment can enhance your child’s social skills,increase self-esteem,develop self-confidence, introduce different goals and help make new friends.But staying overnight in a strange and unfamiliar place can sometimes frighten children who aren’t used to being away from home.How can you best prepare your child for overnight camp? Every child is different and unique in how he or she handles the feelings of separation from home. If your child has bags packed for a friend’s sleepover two weeks prior to the party, he probably is ready for an overnight camp. However, if your child is not thrilled by the idea of going away from home for a weekend with grandparents, there are a few ways you can help prepare for a summer camp experience. Let your child understand that going away to camp is an opportunity to learn and grow. Many kids have the wrong idea that they are missing out on exciting activities at home while they are away at camp. Talk to your child about the benefits of camp and the exciting activities camp has to offer. Let your child help make decisions about packing and which camp program to attend. If your child feels a part of the decision-making process, the chances for a positive experience will increase. Talk about homesick feelings before sending your child to camp. Brainstorm ideas that may make your child feel more comfortable in a new setting such as bringing a favorite stuffed toy along or writing letters home. Finally, express your confidence in your child’s ability to take care of him/herself while away from home. Camp is an opportunity for children to experience a healthy, successful separation that is part of the growing process. Parents and children can explore camp program options together, check out facilities and meet camp staff during two open houses scheduled at Centerville Mills on April 4 and May 2, from 1 to 3 p.m. For more information, please contact the Centerville Mills Camp at 440.543.8184. YMCA of Greater Cleveland Healthy Kids Day Clinic with the Cleveland Cavaliers Sunday, April 10, 2004 at Gund Arena Clinic:1-4 p.m. at Gund Arena Cleveland Cavaliers vs. Miami Heat at 7:30 p.m. Participant Admission: $17.50 (Includes clinic sponsored by the National Basketball Academy, $20 game ticket and $5 food/beverage voucher.) To order tickets, pick up an order form from your local branch or call Bryan Ralston at The Cavaliers, 216.420.2472, by March 26, 2004. Y Link, page 6
IN THESpotlight YMCA Day Camp: A Summer of Fun, Friendship and Memories By Pat Armstrong, Child Care Coordinator Registration for all camps begins in March. Contact your local branch for more information. Whether they’re swimming, working on crafts, studying the environment or dancing, the YMCA of Greater Cleveland’s camp programs provide your child with a safe and friendly environment to explore the summer months while emphasizing the core values of caring, honesty, respect and responsibility. A variety of programs are available in the Greater Cleveland area: YMCA Licensed Child Care Summer Camp YMCA Licensed Child Care Summer Camp is more than just child care. Programs for children ages 3-14 offer weekly themes, morning and afternoon snacks, swimming activities and regular field trip excursions from the center. Program hours are convenient for working parents, and county voucher subsidies are accepted.All programs are licensed through the Ohio Department of Job and Family Services. Centerville Mills YMCA Camp Day camp programs at Centerville Mills are held 8:45 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the camp site located in Geauga County for youths ages 5-14. Under the guidance of our enthusiastic and well-trained staff brought in from around the world, campers experience days filled with age-appropriate fun and learning while they develop new physical, mental, social and spiritual skills.Activities include archery, nature study, hiking, arts and crafts, campfires, canoeing, swimming, sports, horseback riding and fishing. Horse Day Camp From the budding horse enthusiast to the more experienced rider, boys and girls ages 7-14 will be instructed in western horseback riding, horse care and general horse education at a level appropriate to their current knowledge and experience. Campers will also enjoy many traditional camp activities. Voyager Day Camp Boys and girls ages 7-14 are invited to experience three fun-filled days of camping, biking, rock climbing and hiking.Voyagers will have the opportunity to explore and practice leadership skills and grow through personal and group challenges. Specialty Camps Specialty camps are held on a periodic basis, including soccer, swim and baseball camps. Contact Centerville Mills Camp for more information. Hillcrest YMCA Day Camp The Hillcrest Family YMCA summer day camp, formerly held at Meadow Ridge Farm in Geauga County, has relocated to Centerville Mills Camp.This ACA-accredited program provides children ages 6-12 with an opportunity to enjoy themselves in an outdoor setting. Children are transported by bus from the Hillcrest YMCA to Centerville Mills Camp for an “old-fashioned” camp experience.Activities include canoeing, arts and crafts, hiking, swimming, fishing and sports combined with weekly field trips. Leaders Club This nationally recognized program provides teens ages 13-17 with the opportunity to interact with the community while developing lifetime skills and building self-esteem. Through scheduled field trips, teens will develop leadership skills and use their interests and hobbies to help plan a day for one of the YMCA’s programs. Sports Camp YMCA branches offer a variety of choices for the sports enthusiast to learn and perfect his/her skills.The full-day, one-week camps are available for children ages 6-12. Y Link, page 7
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