New and Improved LIT Program - YMCA Camp Frank A. Day
New and Improved LIT Program - YMCA Camp Frank A. Day
New and Improved LIT Program - YMCA Camp Frank A. Day
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The Quacumquasitt Querry<br />
Session 1, 2012<br />
<strong>New</strong> <strong>and</strong> <strong>Improved</strong> <strong>LIT</strong> <strong>Program</strong><br />
by Ellen <strong>and</strong> Emilia<br />
This year at <strong>Camp</strong> <strong>Frank</strong> A <strong>Day</strong> we have a new <strong>LIT</strong> (Leader in<br />
Training) program run by Zac Broomfield with the assistance of<br />
Ashley Traphagen <strong>and</strong> Mikey Barbone. This program is designed to<br />
prepare young adults for future leadership roles as a counselor <strong>and</strong> in<br />
life. The program consists of various exercises <strong>and</strong> classes supporting all<br />
areas of camp such as maintenance, the infirmary, programs, <strong>and</strong> cabin<br />
life. During session 1 <strong>and</strong> 2, <strong>LIT</strong>s do not live in their assigned cabin but<br />
spend each day involved in the daily activities of campers. The <strong>LIT</strong> experiences<br />
many different sides of camp on a daily basis. First period<br />
they have an hour long “<strong>LIT</strong> class”. They learn the qualities of a leader<br />
<strong>and</strong> how to h<strong>and</strong>le difficult scenarios with campers. The <strong>LIT</strong>s also assist<br />
in teaching a “camptivity,” such as archery, arts <strong>and</strong> crafts, or drama. In<br />
between, they will be in their unit (midgets or juniors) managing activities<br />
with their campers. Additionally, <strong>LIT</strong>s are responsible for setting <strong>and</strong><br />
clearing the dining hall. By doing this, the <strong>LIT</strong>s gain a sense of responsibility<br />
<strong>and</strong> accomplishment. Although seemingly insignificant, the dining<br />
hall cleanup shows the <strong>LIT</strong>s that there is no “magic” in camp <strong>and</strong> that every<br />
little duty must be performed by someone. This program has proved<br />
itself very successful <strong>and</strong> we have received excellent feedback from the<br />
<strong>LIT</strong>s. We are very excited to see how this program shapes these young<br />
adults <strong>and</strong> prepares them to become true leaders.<br />
There are still a few open spaces for Session 3 <strong>and</strong> Adventure <strong>Camp</strong> Week!<br />
Call Sophie or Abi in the office for more information.
Lake Compounce Field Trip<br />
by Gaby <strong>and</strong> Dan<br />
Meet Some of Our<br />
<strong>Camp</strong>ers <strong>and</strong> Staff<br />
by Nikia<br />
Favorite<br />
Name Age Lives in Activity<br />
Kyle 10 Groton Gaga<br />
Taylor 8 <strong>New</strong>ton Tubing<br />
Desiree 7 Lexington Dance<br />
Joy 13 Winchester Archery<br />
Michael 11 <strong>New</strong>ton Larping<br />
Matthew 12 Westfield Waterskiing<br />
Andre 11 Lexington Tennis<br />
Danny 13 <strong>New</strong> York Sailing<br />
Veronica 10 Quincy Kayaking<br />
Tim 10 <strong>New</strong>ton Waterskiing<br />
Grace 8 Wellesley Climbing Wall<br />
Zach 7 Sudbury Climbing Wall<br />
Evan 9 Granby Soccer<br />
Alexis 13 <strong>New</strong> York Music<br />
Jessica 10 Spencer Art<br />
Sophie 21 Wales Basketball<br />
Kevin 17 Atlanta Tennis<br />
Jen 19 Brookfield Tennis<br />
Mikey 19 <strong>New</strong>ton Sailing<br />
Nick 21 Engl<strong>and</strong> Athletics<br />
Ian 19 Amherst Climbing Wall<br />
Derek 19 <strong>New</strong>ton Drama<br />
Mark 19 <strong>New</strong>ton Ultimate Frisbee<br />
Darielle 22 Boston Waterfront<br />
Anna 18 California Waterfront<br />
Laura 19 Monson Tubing<br />
Owen 18 Irel<strong>and</strong> Jujitsu<br />
Chris 18 Australia Music<br />
During session one, campers had the pleasure<br />
of spending a day at Lake Compounce,<br />
an amusement <strong>and</strong> water park. <strong>Camp</strong>ers<br />
were escorted by counselors to various<br />
rides <strong>and</strong> games throughout the day. During<br />
the trip, campers tried new things at<br />
the park that they may not have previously<br />
experienced. With the encouragement of<br />
the counselors, the campers allowed themselves<br />
to come out of their comfort zone<br />
<strong>and</strong> try new things. Specifically, there was<br />
a group of campers all with a fear of heights.<br />
They stuck together throughout the day going<br />
on various small <strong>and</strong> slow rides. Towards<br />
the end of the day, the campers went past<br />
a ride that modeled a ski lift. It lasted 30<br />
minutes <strong>and</strong> stretched 729 feet in the air<br />
with a breathtaking view at the top. They<br />
jumped in line to go on the ride. For the first<br />
5 minutes they sat glued to their seats unable<br />
to talk or move. As the ride continued,<br />
they opened their eyes <strong>and</strong> looked out into<br />
the horizon. Once again, they were unable<br />
to talk or move, but this time, it was for a<br />
different reason. They were taken aback<br />
by the scenic view, <strong>and</strong> their unbelievable<br />
achievement. After deciding to go on the<br />
ride for a second time, they were laughing,<br />
singing, <strong>and</strong> enjoying each others’ company.<br />
This just goes to show that with a little camp<br />
magic anything is possible.
Color War - Green is Supreme!
MIDGETS<br />
Cabin 21<br />
Cabin 24<br />
Cabin 22<br />
Cabin 25<br />
Cabin 23<br />
Cabin 26
JUNIORS<br />
Cabin 8<br />
Cabin 10<br />
Cabin 9<br />
Cabin 11<br />
Cabin 14<br />
Cabin 15<br />
Cabin 13<br />
Cabin 16
SENIORS<br />
Tent 1 Tent 2<br />
Tent 3<br />
Cabin 7A<br />
Cabin 7<br />
Cabin 7B
Julius C Rocks the <strong>Camp</strong><br />
MORE SPECIAL EVENTS<br />
THIS SUMMER ...<br />
Fourth of July<br />
at <strong>Camp</strong> <strong>Frank</strong> A. <strong>Day</strong>!<br />
Wednesday, July 25 th<br />
Fieldtrip to 6 Flags<br />
Thursday, August 2 nd<br />
Fieldtrip to Brownstone Park<br />
Monday, August 6 th<br />
Comedy Hypnotist Lorenzo<br />
Tuesday, August 7 th<br />
Color War<br />
Sunday, August 12 th<br />
Adventure <strong>Camp</strong> begins
2013<br />
Early Bird Registration Form<br />
VALID THROUGH DECEMBER 31, 2012<br />
Lock in the 2012 rates for next summer! Reserve space before December 31, 2012<br />
for the desired session(s) with a $100 deposit per session.<br />
Save time <strong>and</strong> register online at www.campfrankaday.org!<br />
RESIDENT CAMP - Ages 7 to 15<br />
2-week session: $1495, 1-week session: $790<br />
o Session 1: June 30 - July 13<br />
o Session 1A: June 30 - July 6<br />
o Session 1B: July 7 - July 13<br />
o Session 2: July 14 - July 27<br />
o Session 3: July 28 - August 10<br />
o Session 3A: July 28 - August 3<br />
o Session 3B: August 4 - August 10<br />
LEADER-IN-TRAINING (<strong>LIT</strong>) - Age 16 (entering Grade 11)<br />
To enroll in our <strong>LIT</strong> program, please contact <strong>Camp</strong>ing Services<br />
at x3008 for an <strong>LIT</strong> application.<br />
ADVENTURE CAMP - Ages 12 to 15<br />
1 week session: $895<br />
Climbing, canoeing, hiking, wilderness survival <strong>and</strong> more!<br />
o August 11 - August 17<br />
WEST SUBURBAN <strong>YMCA</strong><br />
<strong>Camp</strong>ing Services Branch<br />
276 Church Street<br />
<strong>New</strong>ton, MA 02458<br />
(617) 244-6050, x3008<br />
www.campfrankaday.org<br />
campingservices@westsuburbanymca.org
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