2016 camper Open House presentation

State YMCA of Michigan

Hayo-Went-Ha Camps

Camp Goals/MissionThe mission of YMCA Hayo-Went-Ha

Camps is to create a community that affords each individual camper and staff member the opportunity to develop his or her leadership and communication skills, while growing mentally, physically and spiritually through teamwork, self

challenge and positive motivation.

YOUTH DEVELOPMENT:

Nurturing the potential of

every child and teen

Single genderWilderness tripsPhenomenal activities every day at camp

Two & four-week sessions

World Wide Leader:

I like to play indoors better ‘cause that’s where all the electrical outlets are.

- A fourth-grader in San Diego

Rustic Camp Setting

• No electricity in cabins• No cell phone/computer

use

Generations of families have attended Families recommend other families

OVER 100 years of tradition

2016 we are celebrating the 112th year at Boys Camp and the

102nd year at Girls Camp.

American Camp Association

Annual inspection with 320 national standards for health and safety that are recognized by courts of law and government regulators

Only 24% of all US summer camps are ACA certified

Where are We?

Boys Camp

Girls Camp

Why is my 13 year old giving me a blank stare?

During teenage years, the wiring of the brain is actually being “pruned”

Camp strengthens the social and emotion vitality of our campers

The structure of the adult brain is determined during the teenage years

- Bob Ditter, M.ED., LCSW

Camp teaches autonomy, competence and

relatedness! Your child will receive 7 essential character traits

at YMCA HWH Camps!

* Grit * Self-regulation * Optimism * Social intelligence* Curiosity * Gratitude

*Kindness - Bob Ditter, M.ED., LCSW

Camp can teach you 21st century learning skills.

• Independence • Team work or group work • Communication• Inclusion or Cultural learning • Problem solving • Goal setting• Being outdoors

- Bob Ditter, M.ED., LCSW

Our son’s Hayo-Went-Ha trip experiences were that added

“extra” that put him over the top for his college admissions. We

know a big reason he was accepted into four universities is

because of his experience at Hayo-Went-Ha for so many years.

-A California Parent

Camp Arbutus Hayo-Went-Ha

on Arbutus Lake

T. Grace Macdonald Dining Hall

137 acres of property

½ mile of lake shore on Arbutus Lake

22 cabins Activities lodge Outdoor riding

arena Indoor riding arena

with 10 stalls

Trailside Lodge built 1920

Camp Hayo-Went-Haon Torch Lake

112 Years of Tradition 10,000 feet of Torch

Lake frontage 640 Acres Located on the

3rd most beautifullake in the world

Year round facilities

The Boathouse built 1907

Daily Schedule 8:00am Polar Bear 8:30am Flag raising 8:45am Breakfast 9:30am Cabin clean

up 10am Cabin time 1pm Lunch 1:45pm Rest Hour 2:45pm Instruction

Time 4:20pm G-Swim 5:45pm Flag

Lowering 6pm Supper 7:15pm Evening

Activities 10pm Lights Out

Cabin Times/Instruction Period

Each cabin decides together what to each morning. Activities such as:

Archery or RifleryClimbing towerArts and craftsSwimming, paddle boarding, canoeing or sailingTrip preparationSoccer, ultimate frisbee, cricket, field hockeyRopes Course, low initiativesTo name a few…………..

Introducing paddle boarding at Girls Camp for 2016

Nature

Arts and Crafts

Dance and Drama Create your

own dance

Staff will supervise

Perform the dance for the camp

Canoeing

Canoeing is a cabin time and an instruction period

Great canoeing on both lakes

Staff are trained by canoeing expert

Archery & Riflery Fully supervised and

instructed by trained staff Learn equipment, technique

and skill

Learn safety and proper use of rifles

Campfires Songs stories skits and

s’mores

Super Saturdays!

Crazy, all camp activities!

Theme based

Dress up!!TeamworkProblem-solving

Theme daysCrazy hair day4th July Backwards dayHawaiian dayTogo dayPirate dayHalloween

Special Events

Casino nightLeaders FolliesSkit Night

Chapel Judeo-Christian

values Outdoor chapels Services are

conducted by both campers and staff.

Ecumenical

Meals

Good tasting meals prepared by experienced cooks

Three meals a day served family style

Salad bar option at both camps

A kitchen team dedicated to good food

Using more local produce.

Adding more healthy and delicious menu options

Weekly farm share

SCUBA PADI Certified Instructor Beginner to advanced instruction levels Exceptional diving in Torch Lake

Camper Quote

“When I picked him up from camp, I saw a confident

young man who looked like he had grown a bunch both

in confidence and in stature!”- Sharon, parent

Sailing Qualified instructors 10 Butterflies 7 Keel Boats E scows M scows C scows Torch Lake is one of

the best sailing lakes in the Midwest.

Equestrian Program English Western Trail rides Horse husbandry

•Stable management•Grooming•Overnights

Challenge Course Area

Challenge by Choice Activity

Trained Staff Expanding

Boundaries Conquering Fears Setting New Goals

“ I loved the ropes course and climbing tower even though they

were challenging.” - Sarah

Team Building

Work together as a cabin group

Leadership training

Setting New Goals

Process outcome“I loved camp and learned a lot about teamwork”

-Chelsea

Our camp community is interesting, diverse and a unique assembly of many different backgrounds.

Camp Community

A wonderful aspect of our program is wilderness adventure. Each age group will participate in an out of camp trip.

“Camp was amazing this year. I’ve learned so much

about myself and others through the challenges of our

trip.”

-Maggie D – Cincinnati, OH

Trip preparationBefore they go… campers will learn all aspects of the trip, such as:Learning the Leave No Trace Principals (LNT)Equipment usagePermit/map explanationTrip proceduresPractice hike/bike/canoe/kayak

“One of the best memories of my trip was seeing all the breath taking sights, that may be a once in a lifetime experience.”

Danny D - Ft Lauderdale, FL

Camp Arbutus Hayo-Went-Ha

for GirlsGirls Camp Trip Programs

AdventurerFinished 3rd Grade • 2 week session

Acquaintance with outdoors

Overnight in tipi / under stars, on camp property

Staff specifically chosen to work with younger campers

TrailblazerFinished 4th Grade • 2 week session

Canoe practice on Arbutus Lake

Overnight and an afternoon canoe trip down the Boardman River

One staff member in the back of every canoe

PathfinderFinished 5th Grade • 2 week session

3-day trip to Sleeping Bear Dunes where they hike the dunes and swim in Lake Michigan

BushwhackerFinished 6th Grade • 2 or 4 week session

The 4-week campers venture on a 5-day backpacking trip at Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore.

2-week Bushwhackers are challenged with a 3-day canoe trip on the AuSable River.

EquestriansFinished 6th & 7th Grade • 2 week session

For campers who love horses!!

Hour at barn with grooming, feeding, maintenance

Overnight trail ride to the Boardman River

Camper Quote“I had a great time at camp.

I loved my cabin, new friends, and my counselors, plus the crazy surprises and activities each day. I can’t wait to come back for next

year.” -- Katherine, Trekkers

BikersFinished 7th Grade • 4 week

session

Bikers enjoy a 6-day cycling adventure to the Upper Peninsula of Michigan

Ride around Mackinaw Island

Visit the Tahquamenon Falls area

Campers must bring their own bike

TrekkersFinished 7th & 8th Grade • 2 week session

Trekkers enjoy a 4-day hike along Lake Michigan around North Manitou Island.

Rugged backcountry trails

WranglersFinished 7th & 8th Grade • 2 week session

An advanced horse-riding cabin designed for campers who love horses!

Trail ride overnight at Schecks horse camp on the Boardman River

Isle RoyaleFinished 8th & 9th Grade • 4 week session

A challenging 14-day hiking excursion to Isle Royale National Park.

Unspoiled, automobile free island

Moose sightings and wolf howls

Ferry ride from Copper Harbor, MI

Ample time in camp to participate in the on-site activities

Kayaking trip prep on Arbutus Lake

Three day trip around Les Cheneaux Islands on the shores of Lake Huron

IslandersFinished 8th, 9th or 10th Grade ▪ 2 week session

Ample time in camp to participate in the on-site activities

Kayaking trip prep on Arbutus Lake

Ten day trip along the shore of Lake Superior

Outfitter based out of Wawa, Ontario

KayakersFinished 8th or 9th or 10th Grade ▪ 4 week session

ExplorersFinished 9thand 10th Grade • 4 week

session

Challenging 2-week canoe trip in Killarney Provincial Park

Deep in Canadian wilderness south of Sudbury, Ontario

Extended TripFinished 10th and 11th Grade • 4 week session

3-week adventure

This year the extended trip girls will embark on a kayaking and hiking adventure out of Juneau, Alaska.

Leadership CorpsFinished 11th Grade • 4 week session

Proud tradition of outstanding leadership training

Participants learn to work with the campers and will participate as Junior counselors on some of the trips

Trip ProgramsCamp Hayo-Went-Ha for Boys

Ranger Finished 3rd Grade • 2 week session (offered 2b only)

Great introduction to HWH

Camp craft skills used in outdoor life

Caboose sleep out

WoodsmenFinished 4th Grade • 2 or 4 week session

Focus on fun and learning

Four weekers spend 3 days/2 nights at Wilderness State Park

Canoe trip on the Jordan River

PathfinderFinished 5th Grade • 2 or 4 week session

In camp activities comprise most of stay

3-day trip to Sleeping Bear Dunes (2 & 4 week)

3-day canoe trip to Manistee River (4 week)

Path BIKERSFinished 5th or 6th Grade • 2 week session

In camp activities comprise most of stay

Practice along the trails at HWH

3-day trip to the VASA trails near Traverse City

VoyageurFinished 6th Grade • 2 or 4 week session

Two week campers canoe the Pine River for 3 days/two nights Four week campers enjoy 4 days/3 nights hiking along Lake Superior at Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore PLUS canoeing the Pine River

Viking - OutpostFinished 7th Grade • 4 week session

7-day hiking trip in Porcupine Mountains in the Upper Peninsula

Magnificent scenery including Lake of the Clouds

Great in camp activities

Viking SailorsFinished 7th Grade • 4 week session

A 7-day cruise on 2 HWH keel boats in the North Channel of Lake Huron near DeTour, Michigan

Instruction on fast scow boats as well as an intro to fixed keel boating

Great in camp activities

Viking BIKINGFinished 7th or 8th Grade • 4 week session

A 7day/6 night mountain biking trip to Marquette

Spectacular views on the Ore to Shore Biking Trail

Campers also enjoy great activities in camp.

SCUBAFinished 7th, 8th or 9th Grade • 4 week session

For campers who love OR want to learn SCUBA diving

One week diving and camping in Michigan's Upper Peninsula

Dive among around ancient wrecks, and schools of fish

PADI certification for all levels

HelmsmenFinished 8th Grade • 4 week session

Helmsman sail larger class sailboats – the class C, M and E-scow designed boats.

 An eight-day challenge on the North Channel of Lake Huron on a Junneau 39i fixed keelboat.

Isle RoyaleFinished 8th & 9th Grade • 4 week session

HWH hiking I.R. since 1933 on a 14-day excursion

Unspoiled, automobile free island

Moose sightings and wolf howls

Ferry ride from Copper Harbor, MI

Bush RangersFinished 9thand 10th Grade • 4 week session

Challenging 2-week canoe trip in Killarney Provincial Park

Deep in Canadian wilderness south of Sudbury, Ontario

BUSH BIKERSFinished 9th or 10th Grade ▪ 4 week sessions

Nine days mountain biking on the Keweenaw Peninsula near Copper Harbor, MI

One day of sea kayaking on Lake Superior

Experience HWH trails, VASA trails and Boyne Mountain trails

Campers must provide own bikes

Navigators (extended)Finished 9th or 10th Grade • 4 week session

Navigators learn nomenclature, rigging and the knowledge to become a skipper on an E-scow

•A 15-day journey departs from Gore Bay, Canada located on the North Channel of Lake Huron•Sail aboard a Juneau 36i keelboat.

Extended Trip – Juneau, AlaskaFinished 9thand 10th Grade • 4 week session

3-week adventureKayaking / Hiking/Whitewater rafting near Haines, Alaska

Day hike on a Glacier

Leadership CorpsFinished 11th Grade • 4 week session

Proud tradition of outstanding leadership

Training and encouragement to become staff

Learn leadership skills and hands-on experience with campers

Success!

Sparks Day CampLocated at the Torch Lake location

Ages 5-10 Co-ed Monday- Friday

(9:00am-4:30pm) Bus pick-ups in 3 local

spots Experienced staff- CPR,

First aid and lifeguard certified

Sparks Day Camp Weekly themes Dress-up days Field trips Arts and crafts Sleepovers for oldest

campers Large group games Small group activities Splash time Fabulous Fridays

Waterfront Safety Waterfront

Director on duty at all times

American Red Cross Lifeguard trained

Life jackets required for all boating activities

Buddy board system in effect at all times.

Health CenterHealth center staffed by a certified Health Officer

Routine medical care

All medication will be locked and distributed by qualified staff

Injured at camp……..•We will notify parents of any

significant injury

Hospital locations: •20 minutes to the Charlevoix Hospital for the Boys Camp

•15 minutes to Munson Medical Center in Traverse City for the Girls Camp

We updated photos on the web site photo gallery every other day with on site activities – limited trip photos available upon return

Ticket Tuesday – letter home every week

Parents can receive email progress reports sent by email at least once every two weeks sent by key staff

Communication while at camp!

Written camper reports sent to you in September

An 8 x 10 Cabin photo at the end of each session

Anyone may email your child (for a nominal fee) and it will be distributed like regular mail

“I looked at that website all the time! I truly appreciated the updated photos every other day.”

- Amy Doherty, Parent

Must be 18 years old or graduated from High School

Criminal and sexual criminal background check

Driving check for all drivers Personal interview with 95% of the staff we

hire (including international staff) 3 reference checks

Staff Requirements

Camper Quote

“I think my counselors were the best they could

be and they always supported me.”

- Lauren Bushwhacker 1a from Freeland, MI.

10 days prior to the campers arriving American Red Cross Lifeguarding, CPR and Wilderness First

Aid Program description and participation Camper characteristics Rules and regulations Liability issues

Staff Training

Statistics – we are proud of……

Where do our staff come from?

Countries including - Australia, England, Poland, Spain, France, New Zealand, Scotland, Ireland, & Jordan

States including - Michigan, Ohio, California, Illinois, Tennessee, Kentucky, Hawaii, New York & Virginia

Staff of 2015

Staff of 2015

“John has already said that he wants to be an L.C. and counselor. I take that as a

definite positive – especially from a kid who was very reluctant to go

away to camp.”

- Kathy, Parent

Getting to CampCamp offers transportation from the following metropolitan areas:ToledoChicagoAnn Arbor

Information will be sent in the mail, or you may call the main office for details.

RegistrationMail it inFax it in

Enroll on line at

www.hayowentha.org

www.hayowentha.org