Camp Combe Summer 2008 - Teens - YMCA of Central and ...

Camp Combe YMCA - TEEN PROGRAMS - 2008Creating memories and friends to last a lifetime!Adventure TripsService CorpsVisual & Theatre ArtsStaff DevelopmentSummer Camp for teens, grades 7 through 10Visit our website for more info: www.ymca-cnw.org/campcombe.htmA branch of the YMCA of Central & Northern WestchesterIn association with the Family YMCA of Tarrytown

PROGRAMS FOR TEENSExpanding Horizons and Learning New SkillsThe YMCA StaffOur strongest asset continues to be the dedicated, caring leadership ofour staff team. All of our staff are chosen for their maturity and abilityto be excellent role models to the teens in our programs. Our rigorousselection process includes interview, reference checks, backgroundchecks and mandatory random drug testing. Staff training includesfirst aid, behavior management, group facilitation, games, andcharacter development.Our Adventure Bound Trip Leaders have additional training andcertifications in Wilderness First Aid, CPR, and Lifeguarding, as wellas trip specific skills such as kayaking, sailing, and rockclimbing.The relationship between a camper and their counselor is at the veryheart of the YMCA’s success. To facilitate these relationships, we keepour ratios low—1 leader to every 4 campers. Small group sizes (averageof 10) allow counselors and campers to really get to know each other.When not on the road, teens in the Adventure Bound & Service Corpsprograms split their time between two incredible facilities—The Camp Combe YMCAEighty acres of pristine wilderness, large capacity swimming pool, lowand high ropes course, archery range, game room, and athletic facilities.The Clear Lake Scout ReservationLocated just 5 minutes from Camp Combe, the Clear Lake Scout Reservationboasts 1,400 acres of largely undeveloped land with miles of hiking trails,incredible vistas, and two lakes for swimming and boating.

Adventure BoundAdventure Bound provides the opportunity for campers to experience life in the great outdoors.Counselor-In-Training This hybrid day camp/adventure trip program Program runs in two (Ages week sessions 14-15) and offers a wide rangeof wilderness activities, including kayaking, mountain biking, sailing, and rock climbing.The first step in our rigorous staff development program, the CITprogram Week one is is spent a challenging at the Clear Lake and Scout rewarding Reservation in introduction Putnam Valley, NY to (5 the mins world from Camp ofcamp Combe). counseling. There, campers participate Combining traditional formal day leadership camp activities, training, as well as service learning andlearningpracticing theopportunities,skills needed for theirandAdventuredaily practicalBound trip.experienceDuring week twoworkingof the program,withcampers will utilize their new skills during a three or five day, overnight adventure trip. 1:4 staffsmallratio, andgroupstrained guides,of children,make thisCITstrip anacquireexperienceskillsof a lifetime.to make them moreresponsible, creative, and mature.Position requires mandatory training session and a two weekminimum commitment. Please call the YMCA office (845-526-0808) torequest application materials or download forms from our website(www.ymca-cnw.org/campcombe.htm). These materials must becompleted prior to on-line registration. CATSKILL BACKPACKINGSession: 3/4 Length: 5 daysTrip Rating: challengingDuring this five day backpacking trip, wetravel along the scenic Escarpment trail in theCatskills. With challenging peaks and stunningviews of the Hudson valley, this will be one tripyou won’t forget.CATSKILL HIKE & BIKESessions: 1/2, 3/4, 5/6, 7/8 Trip Length: 3 daysTrip Rating: moderateThis three day trip offers spectacular views, beautifulwilderness and fast paced adventure. Day hike asummit, fly through the woods on a Mountain Bike,then sit around an evening campfire.Junior Lifeguarding Program (Ages 15-16)The Junior Lifeguarding program is open to applicants 15 years of age and older.Participants in this program complete the American Red Cross Lifeguard Training,Automatic External Defibrulation (AED) training, and Basic First Aid. While JuniorLifeguards are not directly responsible for pool guarding during the trainingprogram, they gain valuable experience aiding DELAWARE in pool operation, RIVER CANOE monitoring,and assisting in swim instruction.Sessions: 1/2, 7/8 Trip Length: 5 daysTrip Rating: moderateThis volunteer position requires mandatory training This five day session canoe trip and will a take four campers weekminimum commitment. Please call the YMCA through to request the beautiful application Delaware River materials. Valley.Campers will learn the fundamentals ofcanoeing and river travel.

“Life is either a daring adventure or nothing.”-Helen KellerDELAWARE WHITEWATERSessions: 1/2, 7/8 Trip Length: 3 daysTrip Rating: moderateTrained river guides take us down class II and IIIrapids as the river cuts through the Appalachianmountain range.GUNKS CLIMBINGSessions: 1/2, 7/8 Trip Length: 3 daysTrip Rating: moderateExperience hiking, rock climbing and evenrappelling down an 80 foot cliff, as we spend3 days exploring this geological oddity.LAKE GEORGE SAILINGSessions: 3/4, 5/6 Trip Length: 3 daysTrip Rating: easyIn conjunction with Camp Chingachgook, thisthree day sailing trip will explore the beautifulislands and coast of Lake George. Learn the art ofnavigation, wind reading, and knot-tying, and getthe ride of a lifetime on these 24-foot vessels.MARCY BACKPACKINGSessions: 5/6 Trip Length: 5 daysTrip Rating: challengingThis five day backpacking trip takes place in the heartof the High Peaks of the Adirondack Mountain range.HUDSON RIVER EXPEDITIONSessions: 3/4, 5/6 Trip length: 3 daysTrip Rating: easyWe explore this unique waterway by kayak, whilecamping over night at Clear Lake. Campers willlearn about this ecosystem as well the environmentalproblems facing this beautiful river.

Camp Combe Service Corps”Be the change you want to see in the world.”-GhandiYMCA Service Corps (Rising grades 7-9)Early adolescence is marked by an increased awareness of and interest in the local andglobal community. Teens desiring to “give something back” to their communities are oftenfrustrated by the lack of opportunities to engage in meaningful and productive communityservice. By partnering with a variety of local service organizations including Fahnstock StatePark, Putnam Valley Food Bank, and ClearPool Outdoor Education Center, the YMCA ServiceCorps programs offers campers the chance to participate in a two-week service projectdesigned and implemented by the campers themselves.In and around their service corps activities, campers participate in traditional day campactivities including swimming, hiking, canoeing, games, and crafts at the Clear Lake ScoutReservation in Putnam Valley (5 minutes from Camp Combe).All prospective Service Corps campers must complete a short application and aninformational interview. Please see website to download necessary informationand materials.

Leaders in Arts”All the world’s a stage.”Arts Camp (Rising grades 7-9)-ShakespeareDesigned especially for older campers that have enjoyed and benefited from our visual andtheater arts programs, our Leaders in Arts program allows older campers to serve as leadersin either the visual or theater arts camp programs. Leaders in theater are encouraged to takeon more challenging roles, write and prepare one act plays, gain basic directing experience,and assist younger campers in show preparation. Leaders in the visual arts programcomplete more complicated projects, receive more individualized attention, and pursuetheir own, independent interests.The Leaders in Arts program is based at the Camp Combe YMCA. In addition to specialtyactivities, Leaders participate in traditional camp activities including swimming, archery, fieldgames, and the ropes course.

Staff DevelopEager to Learn,Counselor-In-Training Program (Ages 14-15)The first step in our rigorous staff development program, the CITprogram is a challenging and rewarding introduction to the world ofcamp counseling. Combining formal leadership training, servicelearning opportunities, and daily practical experience working withsmall groups of children, CITs acquire skills to make them moreresponsible, creative, and mature.Position requires mandatory training session and a two weekminimum commitment. Please call the YMCA office (845-526-0808) torequest application materials or download forms from our website(www.ymca-cnw.org/campcombe.htm). These materials must becompleted prior to on-line registration.Junior Lifeguarding Program (Ages 15-16)The Junior Lifeguarding program is open to applicants 15 years of age and older.Participants in this program complete the American Red Cross Lifeguard Training,Automatic External Defibrulation (AED) training, and Basic First Aid. While JuniorLifeguards are not directly responsible for pool guarding during the trainingprogram, they gain valuable experience aiding in pool operation, monitoring,and assisting in swim instruction.This volunteer position requires mandatory training session and a four weekminimum commitment. Please call the YMCA to request application materials.

ment ProgramReady to LeadJunior CounselorProgram (Ages 15-16)The junior counselor program atCamp Combe is a highly selectiveprogram and requires successfulcompletion of our Counselor-In-Training Program or a comparablecommunity service experience andthree letters of recommendation.Junior Counselors are assigned toa specific age group and assistcounselors in leading games,running activities, fostering groupcohesion, and supervising campers.This volunteer position requires40 hours of staff training and afour-week minimum commitment(OK if non-contiguous). Please callthe YMCA to request applicationmaterials.

Come Visit UsA camp visit is so important—for new and returning families alike.Call us to schedule a private tour (845-526-0808)Or, drop in to one of our Open Houses—At the Camp Combe YMCA:Sunday, January 13th1:00-4:00 PMSunday, February 10th1:00-4:00 PMTransportationBus transportation is available from the locations listed below.Stops are tentative:TOWN STOP COSTMahopac CVS at E Lake Blvd $57/weekMillwood Side lot of Drug Mart $78/weekNorth Salem PQ Elementary $57/weekOssining Arcadian Shopping Center $78/weekPeekskill Train Station $57/weekPleasantville Pleasantville HS $78/weekSomers Community YMCA $57/weekTarrytown Family YMCA at Tarrytown $78/weekWhite Plains White Plains YMCA $78/weekExtended CareFor families that need to pick up and drop off outside of the normal camp hours of9:00AM to 4:30 PM, morning and afternoon extended care is available. Extendedcare is available at three locations: Camp Combe, PQ Elementary in North Salem(AM only), and the Family YMCA in Tarrytown. Morning care begins at 7:30 AM.Afternoon care begins at the end of the camp day and runs until 6:00 PM.Cost:AM Extended Care $40/weekPM Extended Care $40/weekYMCA of Central and Northern Westchester Mission StatementThe YMCA of Central & Northern Westchester is committed to building strong kids,strong families and strong communities throughout our area. It is a charitable, notfor profit organization that welcomes all people regardless of age, race, religion oreconomic status and strives to enrich each and every life through a unique, dynamiccombination of programs that strengthens spirit, mind, and body.

TO REGISTERRegistration is ON-LINE ONLYVisit our website at www.ymca-cnw.org/campcombe.htmFollow links to on-line registration.Question? Need help? Call the camp office at 845-526-0808PricingRealizing that families have differing abilities to pay, we’veinstituted a voluntary 3-tier pricing program. Please take a momentto look at the rate descriptions below and determine which of thethree prices your family is able and willing to pay for your child’scamp experience. This is strictly an honor system; select the fee youfeel is appropriate by marking both the price and camp session/programbelow. This program is voluntary, and in no way influences theexperience children receive. To apply for further financial assistance,please contact the camp office to request a scholarship application.Tier 1This is our standardYMCA-subsidized rate.For most programs thisis a small increase oversummer 2007 fees.Tier 2This is our partiallysubsidized rate for thosewho can pay a little morebut still can’t afford theactual cost of camp.Tier 3Based on the actual cost of campfor a child to participate. Includesexpenses for staff, maintenance,food, programs, supplies, andwear/tear/depreciation$182 $207 $232

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