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Traditional and Specialized Camp Experiences for the New and Experienced Camper 

2011 Summer Camp Catalog & Registration 

early bird registration now 

through january 15, 2011 

Register early, save $25 off your camp fees and 

receive a limited edition Camp Icaghowan t-shirt. 

Your $25 savings will be applied towards your camp fees. 

It is non-refundable and non-transferable. 

boys & girls 

Ages 7-15 

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GREETINGS FRoM CAMP ICAGHowAN 

“ 

CAMPERS lEARN 

TEAMwoRk ANd 

CooPERATIoN, 

lEARN To ACCEPT 

RESPoNSIbIlITY, 

ANd lEARN How 

To HElP ANd 

RESPECT oTHERS. 

” 

I believe every child should have the opportunity to go to summer camp. 

It had a tremendous impact on me as a youth, and I see the positive benefits 

it has had on my own two children. In my 32 years as a Camp director, I’ve 

seen the amazing things that camp can do for a child. 

The opportunity to try new things at camp (paddle a canoe, shoot an 

arrow, or be in a skit at a campfire) helps build self-esteem, self-reliance, 

resourcefulness, and self-confidence. by living in Icaghowan’s beautiful natural 

environment, campers learn respect for nature and an appreciation for the 

importance of taking care of our world. Through the cabin group living experience, guided by 

caring, trained camp staff, campers learn teamwork, cooperation, responsibility, and how to help 

and respect others. 

Camp Icaghowan works as a partner with parents in helping our children grow in these 

positive values. we are “Mission driven and Camper Focused” to bring out the best in every child 

in a positive, safe environment where every child can grow in every way. 

Sincerely, 

bob Gagner 

director, YMCA Camp Icaghowan 

bob.gagner@ymcampls.org 

763-479-1146 

CAMP ICAghowAn MISSIon 

Camp Icaghowan is committed to 

helping participants achieve their 

fullest potential in mental 

development, social growth, and 

physical well being, with an 

understanding of their natural 

environment. Programs and 

activities at Camp Icaghowan seek 

to instill the four core values of 

the YMCA: Caring, Honesty, 

Respect, and Responsibility. 

the Y CAMP exPeRIenCe 

YMCA camps share one thing: DISCOVERY. Campers have the opportunity to explore 

nature, try new activities, find new talents, gain independence, and make lasting friendships 

and memories. And, of course, camp is fun too! 

Our commitment to nurturing the potential of children and teens, promoting healthy 

living, and fostering a sense of social responsibility come alive at YMCA camps. For over 

125 years, our camps have provided a safe, thriving environment for young people to 

explore personal interests, build self-esteem, develop interpersonal skills, discover the 

creativity and health benefits of the outdoors, and make lasting friendships and memories. 

Join the YMCA camp experience! 

About CAMP ICAghowAn 

Over 100 years ago, Icaghowan welcomed its first campers to a 15-acre site on Green Lake 

near Chisago City, Minnesota. In those early years, campers traveled to camp by streetcar, horse 

drawn wagon or hiking. As Icaghowan grew in popularity, the site became too small and in 

1945, the camp moved to its current, breathtaking island site near Amery, Wisconsin. 

For over 60 years, Camp Icaghowan has hosted happy campers on its 120-acre site on 

Lake Wapogasset where a full 44 acres is an island! Close to the mainland, the island is 

connected by a land bridge built in 1903 by the Wallace family. Our island camp offers 

unique camping experiences. All cabins are on the lakeshore and the camp has two bays. 

One bay is always calm and protected allowing cabins to canoe to their overnight lakeshore 

campsites while staying on camp property. Groups also canoe around the island. Wildlife 

loves the island and stays-put. Mosquitoes, however, don’t like it here. The island’s crowned 

topography has minimized standing water and the dreaded summer pest. Best of all – it’s 

impossible to get lost here! 

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YMCA CAMP ICAGHowAN 

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CAMP 

ICAGHOWAN 

Amery 

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Minneapolis 

the CAMP CoMMunItY 

We nurture character development in campers by teaching and 

emulating the values of Caring, Honesty, Respect and 

Responsibility. Our well-trained staff members lead quality camp 

programs that are safe, fun and enriching. 

At Camp Icaghowan, your camper will: 

■ Develop integrity, self-reliance and leadership skills. 

■ Build lasting friendships. 

■ Enrich their spirit, mind, and body through 

challenging and fun camp activities. 

■ Gain an appreciation for the natural environment. 

■ Experience a sense of community by living with campers 

in age-appropriate small groups with trained staff. 

lIFelong FRIendShIPS ARe MAde At CAMP 

Friendship and peer acceptance are important aspects of life. 

One of the main joys of camp is living and participating in an 

environment that fosters and facilitates friendships. Camp is a respite 

from constraints and a place to gain confidence in social skills, which 

ultimately helps build friendships. At YMCA Camp Icaghowan, 

common experiences, individual respect and open communication 

create bonds between campers that can last a lifetime. 

FRIendlY, well-tRAIned StAFF 

A well-trained, enthusiastic staff is crucial to an exciting and 

unforgettable camping experience. Each staff member undergoes an 

extensive and professional training program in preparation for our 

campers’ arrival. Camp Icaghowan staff members are carefully 

selected based on leadership skills, prior experience working with 

children, decision-making capabilities, respect for the environment 

and safety awareness. 

Staff are certified in CPR and First Aid. Based on job 

responsibility, waterfront staff are certified lifeguards and trip 

leaders are trained in Wilderness First Aid. 

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loCAtIon 

Camp Icaghowan is located just 60-90 minutes from the Twin 

Cities, on 120 acres on Lake Wapogasset near Amery, Wisconsin. 

Our island, Icaghowan Island, sits just over a short bridge from the 

mainland and is the site of most camp activities. 

YMCA Camp Icaghowan 

899 A 115th Street 

Amery, WI 54001 

Phone: 715-268-8377 

heAlth, SAFetY & wellneSS 

The safety of each child is our primary concern. We are 

American Camping Association (ACA) accredited. This assures you 

that YMCA camp practices measure up to 300 national standards 

that go a step beyond our state’s basic licensing requirements. ACA 

accredited camps voluntarily go through a rigorous riskmanagement 

process to provide a supervised, positive environment 

with controlled boundaries where children can grow. ACA standards 

establish criteria for areas such as: Emergency Preparedness, 

Transportation, Health Care, Program Practices, and Living Areas. 

At Camp Icaghowan: 

■ We have a health care provider on the 

property at all times. 

■ Staff members are trained in 

safety and first aid. 

■ Emergency response time is 6 

minutes away. 

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ICAGHowAN (eye-kAH-goh-wahn) 

FRoM THE lAkoTA “To GRow IN EvERY wAY” 

ICAghowAn CAMP RouSeR 

by the shores of wapogasset, 

with its lovely lapping waters, 

There’s a sky of azure blue 

where the wooded hills are singing, 

And the forests all are ringing, 

There’s a smell of campfires too 

Camp Icaghowan, Hey! 


Camp Icaghowan we love you 

we go boating, fishing, hiking, 

And we do just what we’re liking, 

There are many things to do. 

like (insert your favorite activity). 

And the memories we treasure, 

Are a thousand times the pleasure, 

bring to mind our friendships too. 



Camp Icaghowan we love you. 

lIFe At CAMP ICAghowAn 

Steeped in long-standing traditions dating back to 1909, camp 

life at Icaghowan provides a warm and nurturing environment. It’s a 

small camp that averages only 100 campers a week. Campers of the 

same age range lodge in cabins in groups of 8-10 with 2-3 counselors. 

Staff to camper ratio is 1 staff to every 6 campers. Cabin groups are 

single gender and are on designated sides of the island in “units” with 

comfortable amenities. 

■ Many camp activities are progressive skill-development in 

nature. The progressive activities include: archery, swimming, 

wilderness exploration, arts and crafts, climbing and 

bouldering, fishing, canoeing, overnight campouts, disc golf, 

low and high initiatives, and horseback riding. 

■ In partnership with lead staff, program professionals assist in 

waterfront, arts and crafts, health services and administration, 

plus more. 

■ We provide a well-balanced diet and our kitchen staff prides 

themselves on creating good-tasting meals. A salad bar is 

provided at lunch and dinner and fresh fruit is offered each day. 

■ Campers eat their meals, family style as a cabin group, in the 

dining hall. 

CAMP ACtIvItIeS 

Our traditional camp day includes five activity times. Campers 

choose activities from this list to participate in over the length of their 

session. Most activities are progressive in nature. 

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Archery 

Camping Skills 

Arts and Crafts 

Field Games 

Low Initiatives 

High Initiatives 

(for campers 12+) 

Outdoor Cooking 

Horseback Riding 

Canoeing 

Drumming 

Nature Studies 

Overnight Campouts 

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Swimming 

Singing 

Team Building 

Climbing and Bouldering 

Fishing 

Orienteering 

Disc Golf 

Talent Show 

Target Sorts 

Yoga 

Wilderness Skills 

Morning and Evening 

Values Reflections 


THE CAMP ICAGHowAN EXPERIENCE 

A dAY At CAMP ICAghowAn 

7:00 a.m. Wake Up: Polar Bear Swim, 

Yoga or Road Runners 

7:45 a.m. Flag Raising 

8:00 a.m. Breakfast 

8:45 a.m. Morning Reflection 

9:00 a.m. Cabin Activity Time 

10:45 a.m. Activity Time 

12:15 p.m. Lunch 

1:00 p.m. Rest Period 

2:10 p.m. Activity Time 

3:30 p.m. Snack 

4:00 p.m. Activity Time 

5:30 p.m. Supper 

6:10 p.m. Cabin Activity Time 

7:30 p.m. Flag Lowering 

7:45 p.m. Evening Activity 

8:45 p.m. Evening Reflection 

9:30 p.m. Lights Out 

A week At CAMP ICAghowAn 

SundAY: 

Campers arrive! Meet counselors and 

cabin mates, settle into cabin then have lunch. 

The afternoon is spent signing up for weekly 

activities, checking in with the Health Officer, 

attending a waterfront/swimming orientation, 

taking a camp tour, and getting to know cabin 

mates, counselors and camp. Opening 

Campfire after supper. 

MondAY: 

First day of activities. Each day will follow 

the daily schedule (as listed). Girl’s Unit (female 

campers) goes on its overnight. Boy’s Unit 

(male campers) has its special Unit Campfire. 

tueSdAY: 

Boy’s Unit goes on its overnight. Girl’s 

Unit has its special Unit Campfire. 

wedneSdAY: 

All-Camp Game (e.g. “Capture the Flag” 

or “Predator/Prey”) Talent Show/Campfire. 

thuRSdAY: 

Special Theme Day. Closing Campfire 

with Cabin Skits. Cabin Closure Ceremony. 

FRIdAY: 

Last day of activities. Campers pack-up, 

have a picnic lunch and participate in the 

Camp Farewell Ceremony. Reliving camp 

memories begins. 

CAbIn CAMPIng oveRnIghtS 

Every cabin gets the chance to go on a camping overnight, Summer Samplers go 

on a cookout. Each cabin picks their menu, packs their camping and personal gear, 

and canoes or backpacks to their site. 

CAMPSIte oPtIonS InClude: 

PIoneeR PoInt 

On the north end of Icaghowan’s island in a beautiful stand of red pines right on 

the edge of the lake. 

YuRt CAMPSIte 

Overlooking Pine Bay, this 20ft diameter round platform tent has a clear plastic 

dome in its ceiling to watch the stars at night. 

tRee houSe CAMPSIte 

This 600 square foot tree house is built in six sturdy oak trees on a ridge 

overlooking Lake Wapogasset. Campers will cook their meals and sleep in the trees. 

SunSet CAMPSIte 

Along the ridge of the eastern shore of Pine Bay, this site gives a spectacular 

view of the sunset. 

SunRISe CAMPSIte 

Nestled right along the shore of Turtle Bay in a stand of big pines. 

wIgwAM CAMPSIte 

A peaceful site at the edge of two differing ecosystems. 

loweR SeCRet, uPPeR SeCRet, And SuCkeR CAMPSIteS 

These remote secluded campsites on the far north and south ends of Lake 

Wapogasset are reserved for older camper cabins. 

teChnICAl tRee ClIMbIng houSe 

For older camper cabins, this cabin perched on the top of poles among the trees, 

requires climbing equipment and belayers to access. A very private campsite. 

2011 hIghlIghtS 

■ Horse Camp is expanded and open to all campers ages 8-14. 

■ A special Two-week Horse Camp is available to any camper with two years of 

previous Horse Camp experience or riding lessons. 

■ A rhythmic music program using D’jembe drums is an added activity and for 

cabin groups. 

■ A rhythm and exercise-focused drumming program using drum sticks and 

everyday objects, like garbage cans, gets feet stomping and hearts pumping. 

■ New low ropes initiative activities provide more team building opportunities. 

■ A sauna near the waterfront is being built to provide a bit of relaxation in the camp 

week – and pure exhilaration as campers jump in the lake 

to rinse off. 

■ A new GaGa pit adds this fun, fast-paced game to the list 

of cabin activities. 

■ Hammock tents are now available for cabin overnights. 

■ Session 2 (July 3-8) offers additional program opportunities 

– Camp Icaghowan hosts a community 4th of July 2-mile 

Run/Walk & Turtle Races. And special reduced camp fees 

are offered for this traditionally smaller session. 


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“I GoT To TRY A wHolE buNCH oF THINGS I HAd NEvER doNE bEFoRE. 

— Icaghowan Camper 

tRAdItIonAl CAMP 

Ages 8-13 

Each day is packed with fun, friends, and 

learning new skills. Campers enjoy any of the 

many activities offered like archery, climbing, 

canoeing, swimming or fishing! 

The week includes all-camp games, 

campfires every night, and activities with your 

cabin. Each camper also experiences an 

exciting camping overnight. Campers end 

their day in the cabin sharing stories of the 

day’s adventures and planning for tomorrow. 

Session dates #days Rates 

1T June 26 – July 1 6 $495 

2T July 3 – 8 6 $470 

3T July 10 – 15 6 $495 

4T July 17 – 22 6 $495 

5T July 24 – 29 6 $495 

6T July 31 – August 5 6 $495 

7T August 7 – 12 6 $495 

8T August 14 – 19 6 $495 

SuMMeR SAMPleR 

Ages 7-9 — 3 days/2nights 

Perfect for the first-time camper. The 

Summer Sampler gives new campers the 

opportunity to try a little of all the camp has 

to offer including swimming, horseback 

riding, arts and crafts, archery, songs, make 

your own ice cream and much more. Such a 

great intro to camp that they’ll want to come 

back next year! 

Session dates # days Rates 

1A June 26 – 28 3 $250 

1b June 29 – July 1 3 $250 

2b July 6 – 8 3 $225 

5A July 24 – 26 3 $250 

5b July 27 – 29 3 $250 

7A August 7 – 9 3 $250 

7b August 10 – 12 3 $250 

hoRSe CAMP 

Ages 8-14 

Campers learn riding techniques such as 

mounting and dismounting, controlling the 

horse, plus horse grooming, care and safety. 

Campers will spend two hours each day at the 

horse corral for riding instruction. The 

remainder of the day is spent enjoying 

traditional camp activities. 


1H June 26 – July 1 6 $600 

2H July 3 –- 8 6 $575 

3H July 10 – 15 6 $600 

4H July 17 – 22 6 $600 

5H July 24 – 29 6 $600 

6H July 31 – August 5 6 $600 

7H August 7 – 12 6 $600 

8H August 14 – 19 6 $600 

two-week hoRSe CAMP 

Ages 10-14 

For campers with two years of previous 

Horse Camp experience or riding lessons. 


5 & 6 HTw July 24 – August 5 13 $1100 


2011 CAMP SESSIoNS 

SkAteboARdIng CAMP 

Ages 10-14 

Campers experience zero-gravity while 

practicing airs, spins, grinds, and grabs! 

Participants bring their own board, helmet, and 

pads to Icaghowan. Campers spend 2 ½ hours 

each day with our skateboarding staff on our 

camp skateboard park. The rest of the day is 

spent in traditional camp activities. Campers try 

new skills at an off-site skate park, too! 


1Sk June 26 – July 1 6 $580 

2Sk July 3 – 8 6 $555 

3Sk July 10 – 15 6 $580 

4Sk July 17 – 22 6 $580 

5Sk July 24 – 29 6 $580 

6Sk July 31 – August 5 6 $580 

7Sk August 7 – 12 6 $580 

8Sk August 14-19 6 $580 

two-week CAMP 

Ages 10-14 

More than twice the fun! This two-week 

session gives campers the chance to try more 

activities, participate in the special middleweekend 

programs, and get to know their 

counselors and fellow two-week camper 

cabin-mates better. 


3 & 4Tw July 10 – 22 13 $910 

FInAnCIAl ASSIStAnCe 

IS AvAIlAble on All PRogRAMS. 

teen extReMe AdventuRe 

Ages 12-14 

For campers looking for a fast-paced, 

fun adventure program that combines a 

variety of exciting outdoor activities, Teen 

Extreme Adventure has it all! The group will 

participate in programs like rock climbing at 

Taylors Falls, kayaking on Lake Superior, 

canoeing on the St. Croix River and an 

overnight camping trip on the North Shore. 


3X July 10-15 / Girls 6 $650 

4X July 17-22 / boys 6 $650 

5X July 24-29 / Girls 6 $650 

6X July 31-August 5 / boys 6 $650 

7X August 7-12 / Girls 6 $650 

8X August 14-19 / boys 6 $650 


“ 

wHAT I REAllY APPRECIATE IS THAT SHE CoMES HoME EACH YEAR 

” 

wITH MoRE SElF CoNFIdENCE ANd A bETTER FEElING AbouT HERSElF. 

— Icaghowan Parent 

PIoneeR And ChAllengeR 

RIveR CAnoe tRIPS 

2-weeks — Ages 13 & 14 

During a river canoe trip, adventure 

campers experience the challenge of 

navigating river waters and living in the 

outdoors. Campers start with 2 days of 

in-camp skills and safety training, trip 

preparation, and then shift to 10 days of 

canoeing on a river in Northern Wisconsin, 

covering 100 – 125 miles! Trips are singlegender 

and are led by trained Icaghowan staff. 


4 & 5 River July 17 – 29 13 $975 

6 & 7 River July 31 – August 12 13 $975 

JunIoR leAdeRS 

2 weeks — Ages 13 & 14 

The Junior Leaders program is for 

campers who want to learn and expand their 

leadership skills. The program focuses on 

individual leadership style investigation, 

identification and implementation. In addition 

to your fun activities at camp, your group will 

spend 4 days on a canoe trip. All JL programs 

are single-gender and are led by experienced 

Icaghowan staff. 


3 & 4 Jl July 10-22 13 $975 

5 & 6 Jl July 24-August 5 13 $975 

7 & 8 Jl August 7-19 13 $975 

woRk leAdeRShIP CAMP 

Counselor in Training 

3 weeks — Age 15 

The Work Leadership Camp program is 

designed for campers to develop and practice 

leadership skills in a residential camp setting. 

The first part of the session focuses on 

leadership, service-learning, and team 

building. The next phase is spent on a weeklong 

river canoe and camping trip 

developing trail and group leadership skills. 

The final phase is spent applying their new 

skills as a Counselor-in-Training (CIT) at 

Camp Icaghowan. CITs will be assigned to a 

senior staff member to mentor them during 

this session. 

Space is limited to 12 campers per session. 


3/4/5 wlC July 10-29 20 $1215 

6/7/8 wlC July 31-August 19 20 $1215 


2011 CAMP SESSIoNS 

FAMIlY CAMP 

Bring your entire family to beautiful 

Camp Icaghowan! Enjoy a wonderful family 

trip – sleep in cabins, enjoy all your meals in 

the dining hall, and participate in great 

programs run by the camp staff. You can 

participate in activities like canoeing, 

climbing, swimming, arts and crafts, family 

games, evening campfires, and gazing at a 

billion stars. It’s a great way to introduce your 

children to overnight camp. Many families 

will attend Family Camp together in May, 

and their children will excitedly return for a 

summer session. Your family will remember 

this time together forever. Call 612-822-2267 

for a special Family Camp brochure with 

more information. 


Memorial weekend 

May 28-30 3 Adults $100 

Youth $60 

wInteR CAMP 

Grab some winter fun at Camp 

Icaghowan! We offer two winter programs 

for different age groups: 

wInteR exPeRIenCe 

Ages 8 – 11 / Grades 3 – 6 

Campers play outside snowshoeing, 

following animal tracks, and playing winter 

games on Lake Wapogasset. Winter 

Experience participants sleep indoors both 

Friday and Saturday night. 

wInteR AdventuReS 

Ages 12 – 18 / Grades 7 – 12 

Campers receive training in winter 

camping skills and are outfitted with winter 

camping equipment, including clothes and a 

minus 40-degree sleeping bag. The crew 

sleeps indoors Friday night and then, with 

trained winter camp staff, trek out around 

Icaghowan and build winter shelters to sleep 

in Saturday night. Sunday the crew returns to 

a big celebration banquet. 

The campers can’t wait for people at home 

to ask them “What did you do this weekend” 

Call 612-822-2267 for a special Winter Camp 

brochure with more information. 


wE (Ages 8-11) February 4-6 3 $130 

wA (Ages 12-18) February 4-6 3 $130 


CAMP ICAGHowAN NEw CAMPER oRIENTATIoNS & PREvIEw dAYS 

new CAMPeR oRIentAtIonS 

MondAY, APRIl 4 

thuRSdAY, APRIl 28 

7 to 8 p.m. 

REI Bloomington 

952-884-4315 

CAMP PRevIew dAYS 

SAtuRdAY, MAY 7 

10 a.m.-1 p.m. at Camp Icaghowan 

612-822-2267 

SAtuRdAY, June 4 

10 a.m.-1 p.m. at Camp Icaghowan 

612-822-2267 

Bring the entire family and visit camp. Meet the 

staff, tour camp, and participate in camp activities. 

There is no charge for this open house style event, 

however registration is requested. Please call Bob Gagner 

at 763-479-1146 to register. 


CAMP ICAGHowAN 2011 REGISTRATIoN 

to RegISteR 

■ Registrations accepted now throughout summer 2011. 

■ One camper per registration form. Please make copies for 

additional campers. 

■ Each registration form must be accompanied with a $150.00 

non-refundable deposit. The completed registration form, along 

with the deposit will secure your place at camp. 

PAYMent PlAn 

■ The balance of the session fee is due May 2, 2011 unless you have 

a pre-approved payment plan established with the Customer 

Service Center. If the balance is not paid by May 2, 2011, you 

may forfeit your place at camp along with the deposit. 

■ If you have questions about our payment plan policy or would 

like to establish a payment plan, please contact the Customer 

Service Center at the time of registration, or before May 2, 2011 

at 612-822-2267. 

ConFIRMAtIon 

■ Confirmation will be sent within three weeks upon receiving the 

completed registration form and deposit. 

■ The Parent Handbook can be found at campicaghowan.org. The 

Parent Handbook contains emergency information, 

medical/health examination forms, bus schedules, packing list, 

and session information. 

■ A physical exam is required for every camper within 24 months 

proceeding the registered camp session. Each year a Health 

Exam form must be submitted, and a new Health History form 

must be completed by the parent or guardian. 

ACCeSSIbIlItY 

If your child has a disability requiring an accommodation or a 

special need you would like us to be aware of, please let us know. This 

information enables us to better meet the needs of your child within 

available resources. For campers requiring special accommodation 

for disabilities, developmental disorders and behavioral issues, 

decisions are made on a case-by-case basis. Please contact the YMCA 

Customer Service Center at 612-822-2267. 

PeRSonAl PRICIng PlAn – FInAnCIAl ASSIStAnCe 

■ The YMCA welcomes all who wish to participate in our programs. 

The YMCA annually raises funds through our Y-Partners 

campaign to help make that possible. Financial Assistance is 

granted on a first-come, first-served basis. Please visit 

campicaghowan.org or call for an application at 612-822-2267. 

■ In the operation of the Summer Camp Food Service Program, no 

child, as defined by the program regulations, will be discriminated 

against because of race, sex, color, national origin, age, or handicap. 

Any person, who believes that a child has been discriminated 

against in any USDA related activity, should write immediately to 

the Secretary of Agriculture, Washington, DC 20250. 

tRAnSPoRtAtIon 

■ For the convenience of camp families, the YMCA offers safe and 

reliable transportation to and from camp. The departure and 

return bus stop is conveniently located at the REI store in 

Bloomington, MN, just off Lyndale Avenue South and Hwy 494. 

Bus transportation must be reserved and paid for at the time of 

registration. Please refer to your Parent Handbook for specific 

departure and return times. 

■ Parents may also choose to drive their child to or from camp and 

have the opportunity to see Camp Icaghowan. Please refer to 

your Parent Handbook for specific drop-off and pick-up times. 

PleASe RetuRn YouR RegIStRAtIon FoRM to: 

YMCA Customer Service Center 

2125 East Hennepin Ave. 

Suite 100 

Minneapolis, MN 55413 

Fax: 612-465-0559 

online Registration Available! 

You can also download a registration form at: 

campicaghowan.org 

CAnCellAtIon PolICY 

■ Call the Customer Service Center at 612-822-2267 if you must 

cancel your registration to camp. Your deposit will not be refunded. 

■ Cancellations made 2 weeks or less before your camp session 

start date are non-refundable and non-transferable. 

■ If cancellation is due to a camper’s illness or medical reasons, or 

other uncontrollable circumstance, your camp fees will be 

refunded minus the deposit when cancellation is accompanied 

by a doctor’s statement/official statement. 

■ Should a camper’s behavior or a discipline problem affect our 

work with other campers or their enjoyment of camp, we reserve 

the right to dismiss him or her, without refund, for the 

remainder of the session. 


RElEASE, INdEMNIFICATIoN ANd Hold HARMlESS AGREEMENT 

In consideration of participating in YMCA activities, and for other good and valuable consideration, I hereby agree to release and discharge 

from liability arising from negligence the YMCA of Metropolitan Minneapolis and the YMCA of Greater St. Paul and its owners, directors, officers, 

employees, agents, volunteers, participants, and all other persons or entities acting for them (hereinafter collectively referred to as “Releasees”), on 

behalf of myself and my children, parents, heirs, assigns, personal representative and estate, and also agree as follows: 

1. I acknowledge that participating in YMCA activities involves known and unanticipated risks which could result in physical or emotional injury, 

paralysis or permanent disability, death, and property damage. Risks include, but are not limited to, broken bones, torn ligaments or other 

injuries as a result of falls or contact with other participants; death as a result of drowning or brain damage caused by near drowning in pools or 

other bodies of water; medical conditions resulting from physical activity; and damaged clothing or other property. I understand such risks 

simply cannot be eliminated, despite the use of safety equipment, without jeopardizing the essential qualities of the activity. 

2. I expressly accept and assume all of the risks inherent in this activity or that might have been caused by the negligence of the Releasees. My/My 

child’s participation in these activities is purely voluntary and we elect to participate despite the risks. In addition, if at any time I believe that 

event conditions are unsafe or that I or my child are unable to participate due to physical or medical conditions, then I will immediately 

discontinue participation. 

3. I hereby voluntarily release, forever discharge, and agree to indemnify and hold harmless Releasees from any and all claims, demands, or causes 

of action which are in any way connected with my/my child’s participation in these activities, or our use of their equipment or facilities, arising 

from negligence. This release does not apply to claims arising from intentional conduct. Should Releasees or anyone acting on their behalf be 

required to incur attorney’s fees and costs to enforce this agreement, I agree to indemnify and hold them harmless for all such fees and costs. 

4. I represent that I have adequate insurance to cover any injury or damage I or my child may suffer or cause while participating in this activity, or 

else I agree to bear the costs of such injury or damage myself. I further represent that I/my child have no medical or physical conditions which 

could interfere with our safety in these activities, or else I am willing to assume – and bear the costs of – all risks that may be created, directly or 

indirectly, by any such condition. 

5. In the event that I file a lawsuit, I agree to do so in the state where Releasees’ facility is located, and I further agree that the substantive law of 

that state shall apply. 

6. I agree that if any portion of this agreement is found to be void or unenforceable, the remaining portions shall remain in full force and effect. 

PARent/guARdIAn AuthoRIzAtIon SeCtIon 

tRAnSPoRtAtIon/MedICAl 

1. In the event that I/my child need immediate medical attention for injuries received while participating in a YMCA program, I authorize the 

YMCA staff to give me or my child reasonable first aid, and to arrange transport of myself or my child to a health care facility for emergency 

services as needed. 

2. I give permission for myself and/or my child to be transported by the YMCA as needed for field trips, inclement weather, or late pick up. I also 

give my permission to participate in walking field trips. 

3. I also give permission for myself or my child to enter Canada with the YMCA. I also understand that I/my child will need to bring our passport 

to camp if the trip involves such travel to Canada. 

4. I hereby acknowledge that the YMCA will assume that either parent of the child may pick up the child at any time during the program unless 

there is pertinent court documentation on file at the YMCA that indicates otherwise. 

5. I agree to the release of any records necessary for treatment, referral, billing or insurance purposes. The YMCA receives medical information on 

campers/participants that may need to be shared with medical providers. 

6. If I or my child requires use and administration of an epi-pen, prescription or over the counter medication, it is my responsibility to ensure that 

the epi-pen and/or medication are on me or my child or within our personal belongings every day of the program. If YMCA staff is required to 

administer and use the epi-pen and/or medication, I agree to forever release and discharge the YMCA and its directors, officers, and employees 

from any and all liability arising out of or resulting from use or administration of the epi-pen and/or medication. 

geneRAl 

1. I hereby release all pictures of myself or my child taken by the YMCA for promotional purposes and programming materials including the 

YMCA website. 

2. I give my permission for the YMCA to administer sunscreen as needed. 

3. I acknowledge that certain sections of this waiver may not apply to me and/or my child and the programs or activities that we have chosen but 

agree to be bound by any applicable language. 

By signing this document, I agree that if I or my child is hurt or our property is damaged during participation in these activities, then I or my child 

may be found by a court of law to have waived our right to maintain a lawsuit against the parties being released on the basis of any claim for negligence. 

I have had sufficient time to read this entire document and, should I choose to do so, consult with legal counsel prior to signing. Also, I 

understand that this activity might not be made available to me or that the cost to engage in this activity would be significantly greater if the 

YMCA did not utilize waivers as a method to lower insurance and administrative costs. I have read and understood this document and I agree to 

be bound by its terms. 

I Agree 

Signature ________________________________________ 

Date _____________________ 

PARent oR guARdIAn AddItIonAl AgReeMent 

(Must be completed for participants under the age of 18) 

In consideration of __________________________________ (minor’s name) 

being permitted to participate in this activity, I further agree to indemnify and hold 

harmless Releasees from any claims alleging negligence which are brought by or on 

behalf of minor or are in any way connected with such participation by minor. 

Parent or Guardian __________________________________________________ 

Date _________________________________________ 


YMCA CAMP ICAGHowAN 2011 REGISTRATIoN FoRM 

online registration available at campicaghowan.org 

Please return this completed form with parental/guardian signature to: 

yMCa Customer service Center, 2125 e. hennepin ave. suite 100, Mpls, Mn 55413 • Phone 612-822-2267 • fax 612-465-0559. 

Please use one registration per child, per session. Please use a pen and print neatly. 

CaMPer naMe __________________________________________________________________________________ niCknaMe ____________________________________________________________________ ☐ Male ☐ Female 

Home Phone _____________________________________________________________ Are you a new or returning camper ☐ New ☐ Returning This is my ________ year at Camp Icaghowan. 

Camper Street Address_____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 

City ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ State _________________________ Zip _____________________________________________ 

date of birth _______/_______/_______ Age at camp ________ Grade in fall 2011 _________ School attending ________________________________________________________________________________________ 

1 st Parent/guardian ______________________________________________________________________________ 2 nd Parent/guardian_______________________________________________________________________ 

Cell phone __________________________________________________________________________________________________Cell phone ____________________________________________________________________________________________ 

work phone ________________________________________________________________________________________________work phone__________________________________________________________________________________________ 

date of birth________________________________________________________________________________________________date of birth_________________________________________________________________________________________ 

Email ________________________________________________________________________________________________________Email __________________________________________________________________________________________________ 

Home phone ______________________________________________________________________________________________Home phone ________________________________________________________________________________________ 

Address ____________________________________________________________________________________________________Address ______________________________________________________________________________________________ 

City_____________________________________________________State____________Zip________________________________City_____________________________________________________State____________Zip_________________________ 

session inforMation 

Session Number __________________________________Session dates ______________________________ 

Please call for Family Camp and winter Camp brochures. 

friends you hope to share a cabin with: (To ensure positive group dynamics, please 

limit 2 friends per request who are within the same age group: within 2 years of age.) 

1__________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 

2. ________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 

Changes to original registration form including payment must be completed in 

writing no later that two weeks prior to the start of your child’s session and will 

incur a $25 change fee. 

PayMent inforMation A non-refundable $150 deposit per camper per session 

must accompany each registration form. Remaining fees due by May 2, 

2011. Registrations after May 2, 2011 require full payment, or payment plan. 

☐ Check enclosed amount: $_____________________________________________________________________ 

(payable to: YMCA Camp Icaghowan) 

Please bill my: ☐ visa ☐ MasterCard ☐ discover ☐ Am Express 

Card # _________________________________________________Exp. date ____________________________________ 

Please charge: 

☐ only the $150 deposit ☐ the entire camp fee including transportation 

☐ the $150 deposit now and the remaining balance on May 2, 2011 

Parental/guardian signature reQuired 

Pease sign here ______________________________________________________________________________________ 

bus inforMation Icaghowan provides bus transportation to and from camp. 

The bus stops at the REI in bloomington. bus fee: $45 round trip, $25 one way. 

• Parent transportation: ☐to camp ☐from camp 

• REI in bloomington bus: ☐to camp ☐from camp 

How did you find out about Icaghowan ____________________________________________________ 

__________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 

refer a friend and reCeive $25 off your CaMP fee 

Refer a friend and receive $25 credit off your camp fee for each NEw 

camper. Your friend(s) must be registered by May 2, 2011 and they must be 

new to Camp Icaghowan. Credit cannot be applied to transportation and is 

non-refundable and nontransferable. Refer A Friend promotion ends 

May 2, 2011. 

1. Referral Name ____________________________________________________________________________ 

Referral Address __________________________________________________________________________ 

Phone: _______________________________ Email: ____________________________________________ 

2. Referral Name ____________________________________________________________________________ 

Referral Address __________________________________________________________________________ 

Phone: _______________________________ Email: ____________________________________________ 

Submit additional referrals in writing to the Customer Service Center. 

early bird registration runs through january 15, 2011 

early bird registration only: Youth: M l 

Select a preferred T Shirt. Circle size. Adult: S M l Xl 


IMPoRtAnt dAteS to Meet CAMP StAFF 

Mn PARent CAMP FAIR At CoMo zoo 

SAtuRdAY, FebRuARY 26 

10 am – 2 pm 

YMCA SuMMeR PRogRAMS FAIR 

At All YMCA loCAtIonS 

SAtuRdAY, MARCh 5 

9 am – Noon 

SAve $25 on CAMP 

duRIng theSe PRoMotIonS 

YMCA SuMMeR RAllY dAYS 

MARCh 4 – 6 

YMCA heAlthY kIdS dAYS 

APRIl 15 – 17 

For more information go to YMCACamps.org 

YMCA of Metropolitan Minneapolis 

Camp icaghowan winter office 

YMCA Camping Services 

3425 Ihduhapi Road 

loretto, Minnesota 55357 

Non-profit 

organization 

u.S. Postage 

PAId 

Minneapolis, MN 

YMCA of Metropolitan 

Minneapolis 

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view photos on flickr.com/campicaghowan 

visit us at campicaghowan.org 

Have a question 

Contact us at 612-822-2267 

Email us at: info@CampIcaghowan.org 

SAve $25 bY ReFeRRIng A FRIend 

See the registration form for details 

CAMP ICAghowAn ISlAnd 

All of this island, plus 80 acres on the 

mainland, make up Camp Icaghowan.

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