Be wowed. Be Inspired. Enjoy the time of your life! 2020 Program Guide

Our Mission To Provide An Individualized Camping Experience Rich IN Tradition

Dear Friends,

It is with great pride that we welcome back our many returning families to what we are confident will be another outstanding summer. We are also thrilled to extend a warm welcome to those of you thinking of joining our Bayview Glen family for the first time. Bayview Glen Camp has been a leader in children’s camping since we began 58 years ago. Our goal today is the same as it was then – creating special memories that last a lifetime.

Each season we host over 1,000 families from the Greater Toronto Area, as well as many international families. While our programs have changed over the past 58 years, our industry best camper to staff ratio ensures that every child is still assured the same balanced, inclusive, creative, energetic, caring and safe Bayview Glen Camp experience.

Please call us personally to learn more about Bayview Glen Camp or to arrange a visit to our wonderful campsite in the heart of the city. You’ll find a best-in-class facility where your family will develop friendships, make connections and create cherished memories.

We look forward to sharing our 58th camp season in 2020 with your family.

Yours in camping,

Dara Kahane, B.Ed Benji Roy, B.Ed Camp Director Associate Camp Director

Elective Camp Program – Ages 10, 11, 12 – BORN 2008-2010

• Programming is designed to offer specialized instruction in a variety of areas allowing campers to develop skills based on their choice

• There are more than a dozen electives available in the morning and the afternoon• Campers specialize in a particular area each morning and afternoon

Leaders in Training Program – Age 13, 14 Pre-LIT – BORN 2007LIT – BORN 2006

• Leaders are offered a hands-on experience with campers and receive training in the areas of: Communication, Teamwork, Health and Safety, Conflict Management, Child Development, Risk Management, and programming techniques for different age groups

• Leaders are placed with either a cabin of campers and counsellors or in a specialty with a specialist counsellor

• Leaders participate in a variety of team-building and social experiences

Inclusion Program – All ages

• Our Inclusion Program supports the integration of campers with special needs • The Director and Inclusion Coordinators will meet with parents before the camp session to review

each camper’s specific needs• Campers will be placed with a support worker and an individualized plan will be created to support

both a successful integration and a rewarding camp experience

Program Age BreakdownJunior Camp Program – Ages 4, 5, 6 – BORN 2014-2016

• Daily activities are geared toward the specific developmental requirements of 4-6 year olds

• Campers can expect a carefully crafted schedule balancing a variety of activities throughout the day

• Counsellors are carefully selected for an ability to foster young children’s development

• Staff-to-junior camper ratio of 1:3 ensures their safety and enjoyment

• As this is often a child’s first camp experience, we communicate regularly with parents about their child’s adjustment to camp life

Senior Camp Program – Ages 7, 8, 9 – BORN 2011-2013

• Program is geared toward the developing minds of campers as they grow

• Program options continue to increase in complexity to match their developing needs

• Graduation into Senior Camp means that campers will begin to develop their independence and self-confidence

• Campers are offered more choice in their schedule and select their own activities several times a week

Beautiful, air-conditioned campus school

Custom designed, state-of-the-art commercial kitchen and lunch room for fresh on-site food preparation and enjoyment

Multiple sports fields and air-conditioned gymnasiums

Camp surrounded by 40 acres of conservation parkland

Two large decks overlooking the magnificent ravine

On-site health and rest area cared for by our amazing Registered Nurses and Health Centre staff

Our Awesome Facilities

40acres of conservation parkland

Staff

Our goal is to recruit only the best young leaders

We hire more than 450 staff each summer

Selection involves an interview and a diligent screening process which values individuality, sensitivity, character, talent, judgment and personality

All applicants require 3 non-family references and a cleared ‘Vulnerable Sector Screening’ in order to work at camp

Staff are trained to consider themselves as “Youth Development Leaders”

From day 1, our staff have confidence, leadership skills and an ability to work within a team

We have a staff return rate of over 60% and our staff have described the relationships that they make with fellow staff as lifelong

We hire more than 40 certified swim instructors and an extremely talented group of Activity Supervisors

Our Health Centre is staffed with a team of Registered Nurses and First Aiders

Our Head Staff team of 40 have all been at camp for at least 5 years. Many have Post-Graduate degrees in teaching, or plan to specialize in working with children.

Junior Program Senior Program Elective Program

Sports/Recreation Court Sports Team Sports Team SportsTrampoline Trampoline TrampoliningGymnastics Gymnastics GymnasticsLow Ropes High Ropes High RopesYoga Archery Archery

Balance Biking Scootering/Skateboarding Skateboarding

Karate Karate Martial ArtsJr. Gaga Sr. Gaga/Tetherball Batting Cage

Climbing Wall Climbing WallKangoo Kids Kangoo Kids

Trail Biking

Arts Arts and Crafts Fine Arts Finer ArtsCreative Movement Dance Dance/Musical TheatreMusic/Instruments Karaoke SingingDrama/Puppetry Dramatic Arts ImprovWood Craft Wood Working Wood Work DesignJewelery Making Jewelery Making Jewelery Design

Costume/Set Design

Science/Technology/ Cooking Cooking Culinary ArtsMedia Studies Animal/Insect Study Animal/Insect Study Animal/Insect Study

Science Experiments Science Experiments ScienceMagic Magic MagicEngineering Engineering EngineeringRobotics Robotics Robotics

Lego Animation FilmmakingRecording Studio Coding

AnimationMarketing

Exploration/Nature/ Sand Play Nature Hikes HikingOutdoor Study Water Play Eco-Awareness Eco-Awareness

Building Gardening SurvivalMaker Spaces Campfires Camp CraftNature Walks/Hunts Orienteering OrienteeringEco-Awareness Shelter MakingGardening Ecological ExperimentsCampfires

Programming at Bayview Glen Camp is designed to meet the developmental needs of each age group from 4 – 13 years of age. All of our activities are chosen to develop and promote the intellectual, physical, and emotional growth of each camper.

In addition to Canadian Life Saving Society swim instruction, campers will have an opportunity to participate in a variety of different activities, depending on their age and interests.

Our Program

*PROGRAMS ARE OFFERED TO SPECIFIC AGE GROUPS ACCORDING TO THEIR DEVELOPMENTAL STAGE

Overnight Experiences

Specialty camps allow campers to spend a half-day in Arts or Sports in addition to the traditional camp program.

Baseball Camp – Born 2011-2014 Our baseball program offers our campers a variety of intense and fundamental skills suitable for all levels of play. Our experienced coaches are dedicated and committed to player and camper development both on and off the field.

Basketball Camp – Born 2011-2014 Our expert instructors will teach everything from the basic fundamentals of dribbling, passing and shooting all the way up to advanced plays and overall game strategy.

Cycle Masters – Born 2012-2014 Campers attending Cycle Masters will experience a comprehensive process through which they will grow their cycling skills while developing balance and coordination.

Dance Camp – Born 2011-2014 With expert choreographers and dance instructors, dance campers will see specialized instruction in hip-hop, jazz and contemporary styles.

Golf Camp – Born 2007-2014 Campers will be taught the fundamentals and technicalities of golf both on and off the greens. Participating in week-long clinics, each golfer will learn how to improve their swing while learning more about the game itself.

Horseback Riding Camp – Born 2007-2014 Campers will head north to the Royal Canadian Riding Academy (RCRA) where they will have the unique opportunity to participate in week-long riding clinics. Campers will not only learn about riding, but also about proper horse care.

Multi-Sport Camp – Born 2012 -2015 Campers will spend a half-day participating in a variety of sports such as soccer, basketball, baseball, floor hockey, racquet sports and more.

Soccer Camp – Born 2011–2014 Led by an experienced soccer coach, campers will have the opportunity to learn practical soccer skills that will be sure to challenge and motivate each player!

Tennis Camp – Born 2007-2014 Campers will have the opportunity to develop their tennis strokes, learn the rules, strategies and conduct themselves with proper court etiquette. Our experienced tennis coaches will offer our campers a chance to accelerate their performance, basic skills, concentration techniques and personal discipline.

Our Specialty Camps

Mock Overnights – Ages 5 and 6 – Born 2014-2015

• Campers will have the option to stay late at camp until 7:15 for a ‘pretend sleepover’

• Campers will enjoy a themed evening program with a BBQ dinner and campfire

• This is a great practice-run for a real overnight in the future

Overnights – Ages 7-13 – Born 2007-2013

• Campers will have the option to sleep at camp for one night with their cabinmates and counsellors, in their own cabin room

• Campers will enjoy a themed evening program with a BBQ dinner, dance party and campfire

• Campers love waking up with their friends and enjoying breakfast together

Camp Timberlane – Ages 8-12 – Born 2008-2012

• Campers will have an option to travel to Camp Timberlane for 3 days and 2 nights

• Campers will enjoy a variety of water-front activities that are not traditionally offered in a day camp setting at no additional charge.

• Campers have an opportunity to experience an extended overnight experience while maintaining the comfort and familiarity of their Bayview Glen counsellors

TransportationCamp fees include door-to-door bus transportation within our service boundaries

Small school buses fully equipped with seatbelts for all

Bayview Glen staff members on each bus

Friendly, hand-picked bus drivers, most of whom have driven for us in previous years

Themed buses and spirit competitions make for fun trips to and from camp for everyone

Pick-up begins at 8:00 a.m.

Buses depart camp at 4:00 p.m.

LunchesFreshly prepared nutritious lunches and snacks daily

Fully-stocked salad and sandwich bar, with fresh-cut fruit, vegetables and healthy alternative options for every child

Nut-aware facility

Vegetarian and kosher-style food options at no additional cost

Campers swim 3 times within a 6 day cycle

Campers born in 2015 and older will be shuttled to the Yorkland Pool located 5 minutes awayCampers born in 2016 will be shuttled to Shendy‘s Swim School located 5 minutes away40 minutes of Canadian Life Saving Society swim instruction per class

20 minutes of recreational swim per class40+ fully qualified swim instructors and lifeguardsHeated indoor poolCampers grouped according to levelOngoing evaluation and feedback provided to parents throughout the summer

Time: Day 1 Day 2 Day 3 Days 4 Day 5 Day 6

9:30 – 10:15 Sport Ball Tree House Balance Bikes Arts and Crafts Yoga Dance

10:15 – 11:00 Archery Magic Boogie Kids Soccer Cooking Nature

11:00 – 11:45 Super Science Gymnastics Karate Drama T-Ball Engineering

11:45 – 12:30 LUNCH LUNCH LUNCH LUNCH LUNCH LUNCH

12:30 – 1:15SWIM

1:15 – 2:00

2:00 – 2:45 Puppetry Trampoline Pottery Wood Shop Counsellor CraftUnit Time

2:45 – 3:30 Beach Ball Creative Movement

Upcycle Craft Program Sand Box Loose Parts and

Photography

Time: Day 1 Day 2 Day 3 Days 4 Day 5 Day 6

9:30 – 10:15 Fine Arts Elective Choice Program

Gaga/Tetherball Crazy Science Special Day

Activity Elective Choice Program10:15 – 11:00 Floor Hockey Archery Kangoo Kids

11:00 – 11:45 LUNCH LUNCH LUNCH LUNCH LUNCH LUNCH

11:45 – 12:30

SWIMSpecialized Enriched Activity

Sports

SWIMSpecialized Enriched Activity

Drumming

SWIMSpecialized Enriched Activity

Cooking

12:30 – 1:15 Crazy Science High Ropes Sport ball

1:15 – 2:00 Music Magic Basketball

2:00 – 2:45 Unit Time Engineering Ultimate Frisbee

2:45 – 3:30 Hip-Hop/Stomp Program

Beach Volleyball Jewelry Shop Skate Boarding Wood Working Climbing Wall

Sample schedule: Born in 2014 and older

Sample schedule: Born in 2015 (must be 4 by the start of camp)

Swim

What do our all-inclusive

fees cover?

Door-to-door bus transportation in small buses with seatbelts

Fresh and nutritious lunches and snacks prepared daily on-site

Certified Life Saving Society swim instruction

Daily towel service

Licensed registered nurses on-site

Accreditation by the OCA and the CCA where we have consistently met or exceeded the highest standards for health, safety, staff training and program quality year after year

Unbeatable high staff-to-camper ratio

Air-conditioned school surrounded by 40 acres of conservation parkland

As part of our traditional camp experience, campers participate in a variety of age-appropriate activities, all of which are instructed by hand-picked activity specialists. In addition to our swim program, campers can look forward to five different activities each day. Our program is designed so that your child will have a perfect

balance of art, sport, science, nature, outdoor adventure and performing arts activities. Choice electives are introduced once a week for Lynx campers and twice a week for Cheetah campers. Jaguar campers can choose electives each afternoon and Tigers have the ability to choose electives each morning and afternoon.

2020 fees

Registration Discounts

Take advantage of the 4% discount if you pay in full by December 1, 2019.

We offer sibling discounts for second or more children. Special Fees

Additional fees will be charged for campers requiring extra counsellor support.

An extra $25/week will be charged for each child requiring 2 different pick-up and drop-off locations. Specialty Camps

If your camper wishes to enhance their traditional camp experience with one of our specialty camps, please refer to the Specialty Camps fee schedule.

find your camper’s program Our campers are grouped by year of birth.

Session Length July August WEEK# WEEK#

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8

4 weeks June 30 - July 24 • • • • $ 2,750 $ 2,750 $2,880 $2,750 $ 1,860

4 weeks July 27 - August 21 • • • • $ 2,570 $2,570 $2,710 $2,570 $1,710

2 weeks July 27 - August 7 • • $ 1,300 $ 1,300 $1,390 $1,300 –

2 weeks August 10-21 • • $ 1,350 $1,350 $1,440 $1,350 –

6 weeks June 30 - August 7 • • • • • • $ 3,510 $3,510 $3,710 $3,510 $ 2,350

6 weeks split June 30 - July 24 • • • • • • $ 3,560 $3,560 $3,760 $3,560 $ 2,400 and August 10-21

7 weeks June 30 - August 14 • • • • • • • $ 3,950 $3,950 $4,160 $3,950 $2,560

8 weeks June 30 - August 21 • • • • • • • • $ 4,370 $ 4,370 $ 4,480 $ 4,370 $ 2,880

Specialty Camps

Multi-Sport Born 2012-2015 • • • • No charge Sport

Baseball Born 2011-2014 • • $150 per week

Basketball* Born 2011-2014 • $150 per week • $120 per week

Tennis* Born 2007-2014 • $225 per week • $180 per week

Horseback Born 2007-2014 • • • $275 per week Riding

Golf Born 2007-2014 • • $275 per week

Dance Born 2011-2014 • • $150 per week

Soccer* Born 2011-2014 • $150 per week • $120 per week

Cycle Masters Born 2012-2014 • • • • $175 per week

* WEEK 6 PRICES WILL BE ADJUSTED FOR SPECIALTY CAMPS TO REFLECT THE 4-DAY WEEK.

Bayview Glen offers you an experience that will always make you smile. We’d be happy to answer your questions – and even happier to welcome you to our extended Bayview Glen Camp family.

Junior Program

(2014-2016)

Senior Program

(2011-2013)

Elective Program (2008-2010)

Pre-LIT(2007)

LIT(2006)

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