Camp Combe Fall 2007 - YMCA
Camp Combe Fall 2007 - YMCA
Camp Combe Fall 2007 - YMCA
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Facility Rentals<br />
Birthday Parties<br />
<strong>Fall</strong> Festival<br />
Adventure Guides<br />
Vacation <strong>Camp</strong><br />
Lego Robotics<br />
Upcoming Events<br />
Year-round programs for children, teens, and families<br />
Visit our website for more info: www.ymca-cnw.org/campcombe.htm<br />
A branch of the <strong>YMCA</strong> of Central & Northern Westchester<br />
<strong>Camp</strong> <strong>Combe</strong> <strong>YMCA</strong> - <strong>Fall</strong>/Winter/Spring 07/08<br />
Creating memories and friends to last a lifetime!
Dear Parents:<br />
At the <strong>Camp</strong> <strong>Combe</strong> <strong>YMCA</strong> we take our mission to build strong kids,<br />
strong families and strong communities seriously. The primary goal<br />
of our summer day camp is to create a safe, fun environment in which<br />
every child feels valued and every parent feels welcome. We are excited<br />
by the opportunity to extend this goal to our off-season programs.<br />
In this brochure you will find information about new programs, special<br />
events and unique opportunities here at camp. Opportunities for your<br />
kids to make new friendships or to strengthen old ones. A chance for<br />
your family to make the most of fall, winter, and spring together.<br />
We hope you’ll take advantage of these programs. We particularly<br />
encourage you to consider the <strong>YMCA</strong> Adventure Guides program<br />
(for children grades, K-3). The Y Guides program is a long-standing<br />
parent-child program that provides a wonderful opportunity to establish<br />
a life-long friendship with your child. It is a program that we love. Thad<br />
has been in the program with both of our children and we really enjoy<br />
being a part of it from a staff perspective as well.<br />
We have also included some advance information on registration for<br />
next year’s summer camp. Based on our experience last year, we urge<br />
you to register as early as you can. Spots will certainly fill up quickly.<br />
We look forward to seeing you and your family.<br />
Sincerely,<br />
Thad Gifford-Smith, <strong>Camp</strong> Director<br />
Mary Gifford-Smith, Ph.D., Assistant <strong>Camp</strong> Director
Facility Rentals & Birthday Parties<br />
Facility Rentals: Our beautiful, four-season lodge with<br />
stone fire-place and full kitchen is available for large parties,<br />
corporate or community events, family reunions and more.<br />
Separate gameroom overlooking the brook includes pool<br />
tables, foosball, and air hockey.<br />
Call 845-526-0808 for information regarding availability and rates.<br />
Birthday Parties: Tired of the same old party options<br />
This year, give your children something they really love–a party at one<br />
of their favorite places...<strong>Camp</strong> <strong>Combe</strong>! A beautiful setting, lots of party<br />
options, and a professional staff–expert not only at showing kids a fantastic<br />
time, but in managing large groups of children effectively. Sit back, relax,<br />
and let us do the work! We excel at creating awesome childhood memories.<br />
Basic party package includes lodge, games, and party leader. Lots of “add-ons”<br />
available, including: climbing wall, archery, game room, and zipline.<br />
Rates: Packages begin at $21/child (minimum of 10 children)<br />
Availability: Weekends, September through May
Make the Most of<br />
<strong>Fall</strong> Festival <strong>2007</strong><br />
October 13th & 14th 12-4pm<br />
Raindate (one day only): Saturday, October 20th 12 pm - 4 pm.<br />
Bring the whole family for a fun-filled day of activities including hay<br />
rides, pumpkin art, seasonal crafts, moon bounce and giant slide,<br />
great food, and games galore. Earn prizes for coming in costume!<br />
Best of all, check out the area’s only PICK-YOUR PANIC Haunted<br />
Houses (fright levels vary from Mildly Menacing to Truly Terrifying).<br />
Admission is FREE (Most events<br />
will require ticket purchase).<br />
Registration is not required.<br />
Just come and have fun!
<strong>Fall</strong> as a family!<br />
Trunk or Treat <strong>2007</strong><br />
Saturday, October 20th<br />
Back by popular demand....Trunk or Treating!<br />
Decorate your trunk/mini-van, fill up with candy, and join us on the<br />
big field for a safe, fun version of trick or treating the whole family can<br />
enjoy together. Prizes will be awarded to the most creative car décor.<br />
THE BEST DECORATED CAR WINS A FREE WEEK OF CAMP IN 2008!<br />
For added fun, we will re-open several of our favorite fall festival<br />
activities—including the haunted houses and hayride—<br />
for a limited time before Trunk or Treating begins.<br />
These events will require ticket purchase.<br />
Time: Haunted Houses/Hayrides 2:00-4:00<br />
Trunk or Treat 4:30-6:00<br />
Price: Trunk or Treating is FREE<br />
(no car necessary)<br />
Car contest entry fee: $5.00/car<br />
Space is limited.<br />
Please call 845-526-0808 to register.
<strong>YMCA</strong> Adve<br />
Strong Bonds, Fun Tim<br />
What is the<br />
Y-Adventure Guides program<br />
Formerly known as Indian Guides, <strong>YMCA</strong><br />
Adventure Guides is a unique program<br />
that allows parents and their children to<br />
participate together in a wide range of<br />
memorable experiences. As a member<br />
of Y-Adventure Guides, you will have the<br />
opportunity to develop a stronger relationship<br />
with your child by joining a small<br />
“Circle” of other parent-child pairs. Circles<br />
have monthly meetings in member’s<br />
homes; they plan activities, play games,<br />
make crafts, and complete community<br />
service projects. In addition to regular<br />
meetings, circles participate in fun-filled<br />
events such as cool day trips, weekend<br />
campouts, parties or parades. Several<br />
times a year there are Federation Events—<br />
large scale events (like the Circus, kite day,<br />
& sporting events) involving all<br />
circles within the tri-state area.
nture Guides<br />
es, and Great Memories<br />
Why join Y-Guides<br />
Because it provides what parents and children both need—<br />
a structured opportunity to spend high quality, one-on-one<br />
time together. Because it’s fun. Because it introduces you to<br />
other parents and children of a similar age. Because the<br />
memories you create together really do last a lifetime.<br />
“Y-Guides is a wonderful program. My daughter and I have a great<br />
time together—it’s made a huge difference in our relationship.”<br />
-father of 8 year-old girl<br />
The following combinations are possible:<br />
Fathers and sons<br />
Fathers and daughters<br />
Mothers and daughters<br />
Mothers and sons<br />
My child and I are interested! What do we do next<br />
Please call 845-526-0808 for more information about circles forming in your area.
Programs for School Age Children<br />
Vacation <strong>Camp</strong> (Grades K-6)<br />
<strong>Camp</strong> <strong>Combe</strong> Vacation <strong>Camp</strong>! A taste of summer right smack<br />
in the middle of the school year! Our vacation camp days are<br />
a fun, safe way for children to spend school holidays<br />
and teacher work days.<br />
Activities include:<br />
seasonal outdoor activities<br />
(sledding, hiking), arts & crafts,<br />
indoor games, songs & cheers,<br />
and special guests/activities.<br />
Vacation camp days run<br />
from 8:00 am to 6:00 pm<br />
and are offered during<br />
most school holidays<br />
(see registration form<br />
for details).<br />
Price: $43/day<br />
Y-Tech: Lego Robotics<br />
(Grades 3-6)<br />
Through a collaboration with IBM<br />
and the Center for Educational<br />
Outreach at Tufts University this<br />
program provides an opportunity<br />
to explore science, engineering, and<br />
technology using the Lego Mindstorm<br />
system. Students will build<br />
and program a variety of hands-on<br />
projects including motorized<br />
vehicles and robots.<br />
Hours: 8:00 am – 6:00 pm<br />
Dates: February 18-22nd ONLY.<br />
Price: $221/week
<strong>Camp</strong> <strong>Combe</strong> <strong>YMCA</strong> Vacation <strong>Camp</strong><br />
<strong>Fall</strong>/Winter/Spring <strong>2007</strong>-08 Registration Form<br />
Child’s name: ____________________________________________________________<br />
Address: _______________________________________________ Zip :__________<br />
Birthdate: ____/____/_________ Sex: ___Male___Female Grade in <strong>Fall</strong> ‘07:_______<br />
Parent/Guardian name:___________________________ Phone: ( )________________<br />
Cell Phone: ( )__________________ Work Phone: ( )______________________<br />
<strong>Camp</strong> Programs, Sessions, & Hours:<br />
<strong>Camp</strong> program desired:<br />
___Lego Robotics, Grades 3-6 (8AM-6PM*)<br />
February 18th – February 22nd ($221/week)<br />
*Please note: <strong>Camp</strong>ers are actively engaged in specialty programming—<br />
Lego Robotics—between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. allowing<br />
for shorter day, if desired. Remaining time is filled with traditional<br />
vacation camp activities.<br />
___Basic camp, Grades K-6 (8 AM-6 PM):<br />
Please circle the dates that you will need:<br />
November 6 February 18 April 21<br />
November 12 February 19 April 22<br />
February 20 April 23<br />
February 21 April 24<br />
February 22 April 25<br />
Fee:<br />
# Days Needed_______ X $43 =___________<br />
___Annual Membership Fee $40, Applicable to new families only.<br />
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Parent/Guardian Agreement<br />
I approve this application and certify that the proposed student is<br />
capable of such an experience. I authorize the <strong>YMCA</strong> to have and use<br />
photographs, slides, moving pictures, or television video tapes of the<br />
person named on this application as may be needed for its records or<br />
public relations program. I understand that the director of the <strong>YMCA</strong><br />
reserves the right to refuse applications of, or to sever connections<br />
with, any individual whose influence is judged harmful to the best<br />
interest of camp.<br />
Parent/Guardian Signature __________________________________<br />
Date: ___________________<br />
Check enclosed for $__________(Make checks payable to <strong>YMCA</strong>).<br />
Please charge my: ❑ Visa ❑ Mastercard ❑ AMEX<br />
for amount: $__________<br />
Card #___________________________________________________<br />
Exp Date: _____________________<br />
Signature: _______________________________________________<br />
Questions Call us at 845-526-0808
Mark your calendar: Upcoming Events<br />
<strong>Fall</strong> Family Night (Spaghetti Dinner and <strong>Camp</strong> Video)<br />
Friday, November 16, <strong>2007</strong> at 6:30 PM.<br />
Returning <strong>Camp</strong> Families, join us for a delicious spaghetti dinner,<br />
fun activities for the kids, and a slide show of summer <strong>2007</strong> highlights!<br />
Limited seating available. Call 845-526-0808 to register.<br />
Winter Family Night<br />
Friday, January 18, 2008 from 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM.<br />
Spring Family Night<br />
Friday, April 11, <strong>2007</strong> from 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM.<br />
Check website periodically for updates!<br />
HURRY!<br />
2008 Day <strong>Camp</strong> Registration:<br />
Opens for returning families on November 1, <strong>2007</strong><br />
Opens for new families on January 2, 2008<br />
We expect to fill rapidly, so don’t wait!
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