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MYCF NewsThe Newsletter of Maine Children’s CampsSummer 2011“EXPERT” STAFF TRAINING JULY 5 - DR. CHRIS THURBERRETURNS TO MAINE !MYCF welcomes back Dr. Christopher Thurber, creator of ExpertOnlineTraining,on Tuesday, July 5 at Camp Wawenock tooffer all Maine camp staff a mid-season leadership developmentworkshop. Two workshops are offered and will combineskills training with a “case conference” format, based on actualleadership challenges your staff have experienced. Come withquestions…leave with real-life solutions from a nationally recognizedyouth development professional!Chris reminds camps there is no overlap between this stafftraining and any trainings he does at individual camps in pre-season camp trainingweeks.Both interactive workshops will give staff from different camps a chance to learn from one another, consult with Chrisabout real campers and scenarios, and share their experience of working with children at a Maine summer camp. Thisday of fellowship and problem-solving promises to enlighten and reinvigorate all participants.Morning Case Conference—(tailored to newer staff, open to all)Afternoon Case Conference—(tailored to veteran staff, open to all)9:00—12:00 pm1:00— 4:00 pmCamp Wawenock, Raymond, MECost: $20 per person for member camps; $30 per person for non-member camps.Registration details to follow; call 207-518-9557 with questions.Directions to Wawenock: From points south, head north on Rte 302 and go ≈ 2 miles past Raymond. From points north, drivesouth on Rte 302 and go ≈ 5 miles past Naples.) Be looking for the “Cry of the Loon” store on the north side of Rte 302 and a signfor “Camp Wohelo” on the south side of the road. Turn south onto Raymond Cape Road. Go about 4 miles on Raymond Cape Roadto the Camp Wawenock gate. Park inside. Physical location: 33 Wawenock Rd. Raymond, ME. Camp phone: (207) 655-4657MYCF & MYCA ANNUAL MEETINGSWednesday, July 6, 2011Camp North StarPoland Spring, ME9:00 a.m. Registration & fellowship.Refreshments.9:30 a.m. Meeting• Elections• Business• Gulick Award presentation11:30 a.m. Back to camp!VISIT CAMP NORTH STAR FORJULY 6 ANNUAL MEETINGSOwners Susan and Jay Goldberg invite all MYCF membersto visit Camp North Star for the 2011 MYCF &MYCA Annual Meetings on July 6. For many this will be the first opportunityto see the changes made to the camp since it became North Star in2007.The Halsey Gulick award will be presented and new board members andofficers elected. Welcome this opportunity to take a morning from campto meet with other colleagues and compare notes about summer 2011!Registration: Free — Hope to see you and a staff member or two!Directions to North Star: From the Maine border, take the Maine Turnpike (I-95) to Exit 63 (Gray). At the end of the exit, turn left. Go a short distance andturn right on to Rte. 26A toward Poland Spring. Follow 26A for 1.2 miles andthen bear left on to Rte. 26. Travel for 8.4 miles on Rte. 26. Turn right on to Rte.122. Go 2 miles and watch for the small blue and white sign. Turn right on to Verrill Rd. Go to the end of the road to the camp entrance.Physical location: 200 Verrill Rd. Poland Spring, ME. Camp phone: 207-998-4777.

MYCF News Mainecamps.org Summer 2011From the PresidentAfter more than 25 summers in camping, is itpossible to have a new and challenging experience?I’ve often thought that the campexperience is so ingrained in my very fabricthat it would be hard to have a totally newexperience, but this year a new role awaits:the first time camp parent.For the last few years, my wife Heather and I knew that 2011would be the summer that our oldest joins the ranks of camper. Asthe months have progressed towards the start of this camp season,the realities of being a director and parent have settled in for me.This intersection of roles has been an interesting one, but morethan anything it has served to validate the importance of what wedo as camp leaders.Camp parents want the best for their children. I imagine that thoseof us in the dual role of camp parent and directors/leaders have thesame hopes and dreams for our own children at camp as our“outsider” camp families. Could our position as camp insiderstaint our view of camp? We all can remember that counselor thatdidn’t quite work out from a few years ago, or the chef that couldn’tcook toast without burning it. And who can forget when thatwhole bunk got lice? Knowing the ins and outs of our camps aswell as we do, would we want this experience for our own child?Is today’s camp experience in line with our values of giving ourchildren the best life experiences to round them into caring andcontributing young adults?For our children, the answer has been a resounding “yes”. Campwill provide an experience for our son that we know we can’t directlyprovide for him. He will make new friends from differentbackgrounds, expanding his world-view from our sheltered life athome. He will learn skills and gain new experiences through ouractivity program. And, he will encounter some hardships simplybecause things are different from the way Mom and Dad do thingsat home. Heather and I know he will be supported through thesehardships by caring counselors. We are excited for him to connectwith these incredible leaders and role models, as we believe theywill reinforce and support what we have been doing as parentsfrom day one.Board MembersMAINE YOUTH CAMPING FOUNDATIONBoard of Directors 2010-011President: Garth Altenburg, ChewonkiPresident Elect: Andy Lilienthal, WinnebagoVice President: Nancy McCann, Tripp Lake, PR ChairSecretary: Catriona Sangster, WawenockTreasurer: Fritz Seving, FernwoodBoard Members:Marnie Cerrato, Center Day CampJudy Crosby, Davinci ExperienceRich Deering, Birch Rock Camp for BoysTom Doherty, Camp KetchaJim Gill, Fernwood Cove - Education ChairMike Katz, Camp SunshineSpencer C. Ordway, Winona - JMG ChairMatt Pines, Maine Teen CampAnne Randall, Pondicherry, Girl ScoutsNat Shed, Friends CampRobert Strauss, Wigwam—Buying Group Chair, MembershipSteven Sudduth, WyonegonicLani Toscano, RunoiaLisa Tripler, Kamp KohutMark Van Winkle, WoheloMe. Tourism Commission Rep: Nancy McCann, TrippLakeAppointed & Ex-Officio MembersBusiness Representative: Jim Chalmers, Chalmers InsuranceBusiness Representative: Jack Day, Norway SavingsBankGulick Award Chair: Carol Sudduth, WyonegonicTrip Leader - JMG Liaison: Ryan Linehan, Chewonki .Counsel - Jack ErlerProgram Consultant - Mary Ellen DeschenesMAINE YOUTH CAMP ASSOCIATIONBoard of Directors 2010-2011President: Steven Sudduth, WyonegonicVice President: Fritz Seving, FernwoodTreasurer: Barry Costa, State YMCA CampSecretary: Peter Hirsch, AndroscogginTracy St. Onge, The Summer CampNorm Thombs, MechuwanaQuincy Van Winkle, WoheloFrom a professional standpoint, I have found it incredibly helpfulto be able to relate to our camp parents as a peer. I am completingthe same health forms and packing lists as they are. And I hopeour choice to send our own son to camp has also been validatingfor them.Children who attend camp in Maine are very fortunate. As I spendmore time with each of you and get to know your camps, the staggeringnumber of campers that will attend our truly exceptionalcamps excites me. We each offer our own special niche to helpserve the developmental needs of a wide range of children.As I begin my new role as camp parent and director, I welcomeyour insights and advice if you’ve also held this dual role. I hopethe summer of 2011 will be a wonderful one for you and your extendedcamp family.The MYCF News is a publicationof theMaine Youth Camping FoundationMary Ellen Deschenes, EditorP.O. Box 1861, Portland, ME 04104Tel. 207-518-9557Fax. 207-797-7183E-mail : camps@mainecamps.orgwww.mainecamps.orgSubmissions & articles welcome!Garth Altenburg, President, MYCF2

THURSDAY, JULY 14, 2011MYCF News Mainecamps.org Summer 20117THANNUALDON’T MISS — MAINE SUMMERCAMPS SPELLING BEE!PORTLAND RACKET & FITNESSCENTER(OFF JETPORT EXIT 46 MAINE TURNPIKE)2445 Congress St. Portland, ME9:30 AM: Registration10:00 AM: Team Competition begins, all agesFee: $5 per camper. Approximate ending time: 1 p.m.TRANSITIONSMelissa Cilley has joined the Susan Curtis Foundation(Camp Susan Curtis) as Executive Director.Emerald Russell is the new Camp Director at Camp Jordan,YMCA Camp of Bangor.Matt & Monique Pines of Maine Teen Camp welcomedtheir son Tanner Rhodes Pines to the world on May 4!Camp Natarswi (Girl Scouts) in Millinocket celebrates 75years this summer!West End House Camp winners 2010All proceeds to benefit Maine Youth Camping Fdn.Norway Saving Bank will againgenerously match all entry fees!Details to follow. FMI 207-518-9557 orcall Bob Strauss, Camp Wigwam (207) 583-2300.“GREEN” LOGO CONTESTFOR CAMPERSMYCF member camps were recently invitedto have campers participate in a logo contest representingMaine Sustainable Camps. Maine SustainableCamps is an outgrowth of recent efforts to encourage increasedsustainability efforts at Maine summer camps.In brief, here is the contest outline:On a 8.5 x 11” paper, draw or paint a logo that best representssustainable practices for Maine Camps — a logo is abroad, symbolic design rather than a detailed picture.The winning design will become the official logo ofMaine Sustainable Camps.Due date is July 3 for electronic submissions, or July 6 inperson at MYCF annual meeting at Camp North Star inPoland Spring, ME. Up to 3 logo entries per camp. Do notuse the name of individual camps on the design.h t t p : / / m a i n e c a m p s . o r g / w p -content/blogs.dir/3/files/file/Logocontest-rules2011.pdfCAMP TRAININGSAccording to the American Camp Association bullying is one of the top threereasons that campers may not return to camp the following season. The Centerfor Preventing Hate works to prevent and respond to bias, harassment andbullying through training, education and advocacy. While based in Portland,Maine we have worked across the US and internationally where our programs have been implemented in schools, communities,and workplaces, as well as at summer camps!This summer we are pleased to expand our programming to include workshops for Maine summer camps. We offer stafftraining and several program opportunities for campers through youth leadership workshops and camp assemblies. Ourprograms are highly interactive and seek to have campers and staff members understand the impact of bias, bullying orharassment and develop the skills for addressing it so that camp is a safe and inclusive environment for all. To learnmore about the Center for Preventing Hate’s camp workshops pleaseat barrettw@preventinghate.org or by calling 207-221-6262. www.preventinghate.orgcontact Barrett Wilkinson3

MYCF News Mainecamps.org Summer 2011Legislative & Government Affairs -News from the Maine Youth Camp AssociationMYCA is a sister organization to the Maine Youth Camping Foundation. It focuses on governmental relations forsummer camps in Maine. It is a 501 (c) 4 non-profit.CAMP LICENSING BILL GOES TO NEXT STEPCamp Inspections Bill Voted Out of Committee as Ought to PassMYCA’s bill LD 703 An Act To Amend the Laws Governing Licensure Compliance Methods for CampingAreas, Recreational Camps, Youth Camps and Eating Establishments passed out of committee with aunanimous Ought to Pass. Some very positive opinions about camps and the value of camps to Maine’seconomy were expressed by legislators. This bill will permit licensure of ACA accredited and certainother youth camps without an annual inspection by the Maine Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS).MYCA believes there is a high likelihood of passage of this bill, which still must be voted on by the House and Senate.MYCF “TO DO BUSINESS AS” MAINE SUMMER CAMPSAs part of the current marketing campaign, the board of MYCF recently voted to legally do business asMAINE SUMMER CAMPS, a name that will be more readily recognizable by the public seeking summer camps inMaine. The website and advertising materials will reflect this change. The organization will not change it’s legal incorporationname, Maine Youth Camping Foundation.2011 RESIDENT CAMP CONFERENCE IN MAINE!Join ACA New England and ACA New York & ACA New Jersey for the2011 Resident Camp Conferencein Freeport, ME.Mon, September 12 - Wed, September 14, 2011The conference will feature bus tours to Camps Runoia, Vega, Laurel, Takajo, Mataponi, and Laurel South.For questions, call ACA NY: 212-391-5208To Register: http://www.acanewengland.org/files/documents/2011ResidentCampConference.pdfA.M. Skier InsuranceAcadia InsuranceAlford Lake CampAndroscogginArcadiaBaptist School Of ChristianTrainingBirch RockBryant Pond 4-H CampCamp Beech CliffCaribouCedarCenter Day CampChalmers Insurance GroupChewonki Camp For BoysMARKETING CAMPAIGN PLEDGES & DONATIONSChewonki Camp For GirlsChop PointCobbosseeDarrowDavinci ExperienceFair Haven CampsFernwoodFernwood CoveFriends CampGreenland Point CenterHart-To-Hart FarmHidden ValleyHoop Basketball CampKieveKingsley Pines CampKippewa For GirlsLaurelLaurel SouthMaine Arts CampMaine Teen CampMatoakaMechuwanaModinNashoba NorthNatarswiNetop Summer CampNew England Music CampO-At-KaOceanwoodPilgrim LodgePine Island CampPinehurstPondicherry, Girl ScoutsRunoiaSkylemarSunshineTakajoTapawingoTripp Lake CampVegaWaldenWawenockWaynflete Summer ProgramsWekeelaWest End House CampWigwamWinnebagoWinonaWohelo-L. Gulick CampsWyonegonic CampsYMCA Camp Of Maine(updated 5/25/11)Thank you to these camps andbusiness members who have generouslysupported the special marketingeffort for Maine SummerCamps. We are seeking 100%participation from member camps.If you would like to pledge, pleasecontact the MYCF office for information,(207) 518-9557.4

SPOTLIGHT ON:MYCF News Mainecamps.org Summer 2011CENTER DAY CAMPFeaturing MYCF camps in order of foundingdatesCenter Day Camp (CDC) was dedicated upon itsfounding in 1949 to Norman Godfrey, Jewish CommunityCenter’s first executive director in Portland,ME. It was his ambition to open a summer day campas part of the JCC programming. His dream of daycamp was reactivated at the end of World War II, butBuilding CDC, 1949Godfrey became gravely ill with leukemia in 1946.He died at the young age of 36 in 1947. The shocked and stunned Jewish communitylooked for a suitable memorial to honor their beloved JCC leader. Eventually a summercamp on wheels established in 1947 proved so successful that a committee was formed tofind a permanent home.Established in 1949, Center Day Camp continues to provide a traditional Maine summer camp experience for camperson the wooded shores of Lake Sebago in Windham, ME. Center Day Camp sits on 27 spectacular acres of woods, fieldsand shoreline. Generations of campers have spent their days lakeside experiencing the magic of camp, learning newskills and forming life-long friendships. CDC is a non-denominational day camp of the Jewish Community Alliance ofSouthern Maine, welcoming campers ages 3-15 of all faiths.CDC fosters a strong sense of belonging and connection as part of a thriving, thoughtful community. Counselors stresskindness, respect, and character in everything that they do.CDC campers are able to sign up for any number of weeks they like, ranging from one week upto ten. Along with playing soccer and baseball on our first-rateregulation fields, campers aim for the bulls-eye in archery, acetheir serve at tennis, venture through the trails on mountainbikes, and canoe the Sebago Basin. Campers improve theirswimming skills during our daily Red Cross lessons, “comeabout” while sailing, throw a bowl on the wheel at ceramics, andsend their regards to Broadway as part of our theater program.There are overnight adventures, hiking trips and let’s not forgetabout fishing, dance, and gymnastics. Older campers choosetheir own activities several times a week, allowing them to focuson their specific areas of interest within a structured program.The last two weeks of the summer are specialty weeks – wherecampers can focus on their favorite activity.Sailing is a favorite CDCactivity on Sebago Basin.The CIT program is a one year, progressive experiential education course designed to help youngpeople develop their awareness and basic skills of camp leadership. Though primarily created toproduce well-rounded, caring and competent staff members with a broad range of human relation,outdoor education, and camp programming skills - the program is also designed to benefit young people regardlessof their desired future in camp counseling. The issues raised and the experiences encountered in the program relate to ayoung person's life both in the world at-large, as well as within the microcosm of our camp community. Our CITs worktowards the goal of returning the following summer as a junior counselor. Many of our staff have joined us as campersand been part of the CDC family for years.To enhance the camping experience, CDC instituted a summer trip program for 13-14 yrs olds. Campers will experienceadventures rafting the Kennebec, peaking Katahdin and Mt. Washington, mountain biking in Boothbay, and more.Younger campers have overnights at camp, where they sleep under the Maine stars and cook out over a fire.We offer several special events during the summer. Whether it is going on a scavenger hunt for gold during Pirate Day,hitting the target on the dunk tank at carnival, rooting for the Blue and White in color games, or making s'mores on yourgroup's overnight, campers enjoy a break in our regular routine and revel in the spirit of CDC.This summer CDC celebrates our 62 nd year and we look forward to what the future holds. Come visit us at Center DayCamp and see first-hand Maine’s traditional day camp with the overnight experience. www.centerdaycamp.org5

WILDERNESS FIRST AID &FIRST RESPONDERMYCF News Mainecamps.org Summer 2011Pre-Season TrainingsWATERCRAFTCAMP WINONA - BRIDGTON, MEYMCA CAMP OF MAINE - WINTHROP, MEJune 18 Wilderness First Aid. Cost $100June 11 CPR/AED for the Professional RescuerOxygen Administration & First Aid. Cost $90.June 6 or June 11 CPR/AED PRO Recertification . Cost $90FMI or to register: Joshua Scott (207) 620-6596 ormaineycampwaterfront@yahoo.comCHEWONKI - WISCASSET, MEJune 1-4 Wilderness Advanced First Aid Course . Cost $400w/Lodging $525June 6-9 Wilderness First Aid Bridge & Recertification Course.Cost $400/ W/Lodging $525June 1-9 Full WFR Course Cost $675/ W/Lodging $895On line registration: www.chewonki.org/vacations/wilderness_medicine.aspCAMP AGAWAM, RAYMOND, MEJune 11-12 SOLO Wilderness First Aid Cost $150The course will recertify current SOLO, WMA,or WMI/NOLS WRF certifications. Addition $15recertification fee.To register (207) 892-1200 or (207) 627-4780 (After 6/01) oremail: mander@campagawam.orgCAMP WINONA - BRIDGTON, MEJune 15-16 Wilderness First Aid #1, $195; W/Lodging $215June 18-19 Wilderness First Aid #2, $195; W/Lodging $215June 21-22 CPR for Professional Rescuer/AED Challenge, $60To register (207) 647-3721 or email: information@winonacamps.comCAMP WYONEGONIC - DENMARK, MEJune 21 First Aid & CPR, Cost $65Register Online: www.wyonegonic.com/contact-us/certification-trainings/ACADIA MOUNTAIN GUIDESJune 23-24 WMA Wilderness First Aid, Bar Harbor, MEFor Cost & Register: www.acadiamountainguides.com/instruction/schedule.htmlCAMP MATOAKA– SMITHFIELD, MEJune 9-12 ARC Waterfront Lifeguard Training (includesrecertification of Lifeguarding, Waterfront Lifeguarding,First Aid and CPR/AED for theprofessional Rescuer). $325Register: wendy@matoaka.com or 781-449-0222CAMP CEDAR—CASCO, MEJune 12 orJune 15June 15 & 16CPR and AED—New Protocols, Tuition $50 (includestextbook, lunch, certificate). 1/2 day workshop.Wilderness First Aid, For Trip Staff & Camp Nurses.Tuition $150 (includes text book, certificate, lunch)To register for either course: www.camphealthcenter.com or email:hi_vj@hotmail.comCamp Nurse Training — see page 8June 13-14 US Sailing Counselor, $150 ($170 w/ lodging)June 15-16 Power Boat Safety $125 ($150 w/ lodging)June 17-19 Small Craft Safety Basic/ Instructor-Sailingw/FIT(ARC) $130 ($185 w/ lodging)June 17-19 Small Craft Safety Basic/Instructor - Canoe, Row,Kayak w/FIT (ARC) $130 ($185 w/ lodging)June 17-18 Small Craft Safety for ARC Instructors, $130 ($150 w/ lodging)*FIT = Fundamentals of Instructor TrainingContact: (207) 647-3721 or information@winonacamps.comCAMP WYONEGONIC—DENMARK, MEJune 11-14 or Instructor with Introduction to Canoeing, $345June 16-19June 17-20 or American Canoe Association Instructor, $305June 16-19June 13-15 Windsurfing Instructor #1(Includes Introduction to Sailboarding) , $225June 14-15 Windsurfing Instructor # 2, $175Register: www.wyonegonic.com/contact-us/certification-trainings/YMCA CAMP OF MAINE - WINTHROP, MEJune 11 ARC Fundamental of Canoeing. Cost $75June 17 ARC Small Craft Safety: Canoeing,Kayaking, Sailing. Cost $80FMI or register: Joshua Scott (207) 620-6596 ormaineycampwaterfront@yahoo.comCAMP MATOAKA—SMITHFIELD, MEJune 5-6 ARC Small Crafts Training for Canoe and Kayak $175June 7-8 ARC Small Crafts Training for Sailing $150Register: wendy@matoaka.com or 781-449-0222CAMP WINONA - BRIDGTON, MERIFLERYJune 10-12 Rifle Instructor- Civilian Marksmanship Program.$150, (w/lodging $180)To register (207) 647-3721 or email: information@winonacamps.comROBIN HOOD CAMP - BROOKSVILLE, MEJune 22-24Civilian Marksmanship Program.Cost $150 Commuters/$180 residentsFMI: robinhoodstaffing@gmail.comROPES FACILITATORCAMP MANITOU– OAKLAND, MEJune 14-17 High/Low Ropes Facilitator withHigh 5 Adventure$675, includes food & lodgingContact: Jon@campmanitou.com, 800-326-1916CAMP WYONEGONIC - DENMARK, MEJune 6-7 Low Ropes. $295June 8-10 High Ropes. $455 . Combined cost available $625Register Online: www.wyonegonic.com/contact-us/certification-trainings/6

MYCF News Mainecamps.org Summer 2011Pre-Season TrainingsARCHERY- ALL LEVELSCAMP WYONEGONIC — DENMARK, MEJune 14-15 or Level I Archery instructor $175; Lodging $190June 16-17Register: www.wyonegonic.com/contact-us/certification-trainings/CAMP CEDAR — CASCO, MEJune 17 Level 1 Archery Instructor $160To Register : (617) 277-8080 or email: jobs@campcedar.comYMCA CAMP OF MAINE - WINTHROP, MEJune 21-22 Basic Archery Level 1 Instructor. Cost $190FMI or register: Joshua Scott (207) 620-6596or maineycampwaterfront@yahoo.comCAMP MANITOU—OAKLAND, MEJune 16Level 1 Archery. $175 includes meals.Contact: Jon@campmanitou.com, 800-326-1916CAMP COBBOSSEE—MONMOUTH, MEJune 10– 11 Archery Certification. $125/$150 w/ lodging.Meets ACA certification requirements. Instructor: Alan RudolphTo register: (207) 933-4503 or info@cobbossee.comCAMP WYONEGONIC - DENMARK, MELIFEGUARD TRAINING& WATER SAFETYAMERICAN RED CROSSCOURSES* 2011 ARC UPDATESJune 6-10June 11-15Waterfront Lifeguard Training, $315Waterfront Lifeguard Training, $315June 16-23 Waterfront Lifeguard Training, $315June 21-22Lifeguard Review & Challenge (IncludesCPR-pr) $125June 11-15 Water Safety Instructor (WSI/FIT), $350Register Online: www.wyonegonic.com/contact-us/certification-trainings/CAMP WINONA - BRIDGTON, MEJune 14--18 Lifeguard Training #1 $230 w/ Lodging $315June 5-9 Water Safety Instructor (w/FIT*) $275 w/ Lodging $350June 5-10 Lifeguard Instructor (w/Fit*) $295; w/ Lodging $395June 20-21 Lifeguard Challenge $125*FIT = Fundamentals of Instructor TrainingTo register (207) 647-3721 or information@winonacamps.comYMCA CAMP OF MAINE - WINTHROP, MEJune 10 ARC Lifeguard Management. Cost $ 90June 12-14 ARC Waterfront Lifeguarding. Cost $295(Residential) $255 CommuterJune 11 –14 YMCA Lifeguard Training. Cost $275 (Res) $235 (Com)June 15-16 YMCA Swim Lesson Instructor (WSI). Cost $300FMI or to Register: Joshua Scott (207) 620-6596 ormaineycampwaterfront@yahoo.comCAMP MANITOU — OAKLAND, MEJune 13-16 Lifeguarding. $275, includes meals/lodgingContact: Jon@campmanitou.com, 800-326-1916TRIP LEADERCAMP CEDAR — CASCO, MEJune 14 Trip Leader Safety Course, $65To Register (617) 277-8080 or email: jobs@campcedar.comCAMP WINONA — BRIDGTON, MEJune 17 Trip Leader Safety Course, $60To register (207) 647-3721 or information@winonacamps.comLEAVE NO TRACECAMP WYONEGONIC, DENMARK, MEJune 4-5 Outdoor Living Skills Instructor, cost $75Register Online:www.wyonegonic.com/contact-us/certification-trainings/ACADIA NATIONAL PARK, WINTER HARBOR, MEJune 21-22 Leave No Trace Trainer Class, cost $85To Register: Charlie Jacobi (207) 228-8727 or Charlie_jacobi@nps.govBAXTER STATE PARK, MILLINOCKET, MEJune 22- 23 Leave No Trace Trainer Course, Cost $50.Register: Marcia Williamson (207) 723-8537 or Marcia.williamson@maine.govTENNIS INSTRUCTORCAMP WYONEGONIC, DENMARK, MEJune 13-14 ORJune 16-17 Tennis Instructors. $125 w/Lodging $145Register: www.wyonegonic.com/contact-us/certificationtrainings/USTA NEW ENGLAND - MAINE & NHJune 5Quickstart Tennis Workshop. Cost $30, Portland, MERegister (207) 775-6128 or devi1@maine.rr.comJune 11 Recreational Coaches Workshop. Cost $20, Concord, NHTo Register Contact Karen Billings at Concord Recreation(603) 225-8690 or KBillings@onconcord.comJune 18 Quickstart Tennis Workshop. Cost $15, Lewiston, MEFor instructors of primarily ages 10 and under.Register (207) 783-3250 or anitamurphy@roadrunner.comAdditional June Lifeguarding & WaterSafety Coursesavailable at YWCA OF Central MaineLewiston, Maine207-795-4050 — ywcamaine.org/aquaticsME RURAL WATER ASSOCIATIONJune 7 & 14th Water Treatment Distribution Certification ExamReviewJune 9 & 16th Water Certification Exam ReviewJune 15 Very Small Water System & Class 1 WaterCertification Exam ReviewTo register: www.mainerwa.org or (207) 737-40927

Maine Youth Camping FoundationP.O. Box 1861Portland, ME 04104Return Service RequestedNon-Profit Org.U.S. PostagePAIDPortland, MEPermit No. 1073July 6 - MYCF & MYCA Annual Meetings, Camp North Star, Poland Spring, MECalendar of EventsMYCF: Maine Youth Camping Foundation (207) 518-9557ACA: American Camping Association (765) 342-8456ACA/NE: ACA, New England Section (781) 541-6080ACA/NY: ACA, New York Section(800) 777-CAMPJuly 5, 2011 **July 6, 2011PLEASE MARK YOUR CALENDARTuesday, Christopher Thurber Staff TrainingWorkshops, Camp Wawenock, Raymond, ME(**date changed from July 12)Wednesday – MYCF and MYCAAnnual Meetings. Camp North Star, Poland Spring,MEJuly 14, 2011Thursday, 7th Annual MYCF SpellingBee. All campers welcome. Portland. MEJuly 25 – 29, 2011 Junior Maine Guide Testing Camp,Mon – Fri. Stephen Phillips Preserve, Oquossoc, MESept 12 –14, 2011 2011 Resident Camp Conference. ACA New England, New York & New Jersey. Camp bus tours.Freeport, ME.Sept 28, 2011Wednesday – Fall Board Meeting &Fellowship. Location TBANEW ENGLANDCAMP NURSE WORKSHOPInstructor: VJ Gibbons, RN7.5 Continuing EducationContact Hours for Registered Nurses—Two Dates to Choose From!CAMP CEDAR — CASCO, MEJune 11 Saturday, 8:30 am-5:00June 17Friday, 8:30 am-5:00Tuition $100 per person includes textbook, lunch, credits.For nurses and directors. Content covers: set up, orientation,management of common illnesses and injuries, medication management,professional and regulatory responsibilities.More details & registration on-line atwww.camphealthcenter.com. Questions: (617) 697-2616WELCOME NEW BUSINESS MEMBERAQUABOGGAN WATERPARK Contact: Dawn Emerson,980 Portland Rd., Saco, ME. (207) 282-3112Email: dawn@aquabogganwaterpark.com Pools, slidesand rides –refreshing fun for all ages plus an 18 hole minigolf course.READ ABOUT EDEN LAKECAMP!Jane Roper, daughter of former OMNIcamp directors Betsy & Gar Roper, has anew novel on bookshelves. The story is afamily drama revolving around a fictionalutopian summer camp in Maine! Jane willbe at Longfellow Books in Portland onJune 2. FMI: www.janeroper.com and at the“camp” website, www.campedenlake.comMYCF News Mainecamps.org Summer 2011