SUMMER 2014

CAMP ULBRICH

WELCOME TO CAMP ULBRICH 2014

RASCALS For campers entering Pre- K and Kindergarten

This camp is geared for those first time campers that are

entering Pre-K & Kindergarten in September. Based out of the YMCA KinderHouse, the Rascals, as

they are better known as, will participate in traditional camp activities like swimming, arts & crafts and field games. Rascals will also learn the meaning of teamwork, sharing and independence under the watchful eyes of our caring staff. This camp is a great introduction to Camp Ulbrich in a safe, lower ratio, fun and nurturing

environment. PLEASE NOTE: All Rascals MUST be potty trained to attend camp.

Sign your Rascal up today!

CAMP ULBRICH GROUPS

The Wallingford Family YMCA is committed to providing a safe and fun environment for your child to spend their summer. Camp Ulbrich offers campers the opportunity to make new friends, meet new challenges and most importantly, have fun! Whether it be playing soccer, climbing our rock wall, swimming with friends or just spending time with their group, they will be sure to have a summer to remember

We can’t wait to see you in June!

The Camp Ulbrich Staff

ALL-STARS For campers entering grades 1-5

All-Stars is designed to give every camper a memorable and rewarding summer camp experience. Throughout the day, campers will participate in a variety of group activities, arts & crafts and “all camp” activities. Campers swim every day except Field Trip days. In addition, to add a different spin to each session, there will be a theme around which activities will be based. Groups are kept small to help foster relationships and memories that will last a lifetime.

ADVENTURTEENS For campers entering grades 6-9

Summer Camp for teenagers! We know that once campers enter their teen years, their needs and desires in a camp experience change. AdventurTeens are provided with more independence, greater challenges, increased responsibility and outstanding

staff to help guide them through the summer months. They are constantly on the move participating in group activities, weekly field trips, swimming and hiking at Bertini Park. The AdventurTeens also have full use of the Rotary/YMCA Teen Center, where they can play pool, ping pong or just chill out. The goal of the AdventurTeen program is to create an

atmosphere where teens feel safe, valued and free to

C.I.T.’S Counselors-in-Training

For campers entering grade 10

This leadership training program is for teens entering 10th grade. Participants will learn the skills needed to prepare them for going out into the workforce. Under the guidance of the C.I.T. coordinator, participants will develop initiative responsibility, teamwork, and the confidence that is needed to work with people of all ages. C.I.T.s will learn First Aid and CPR, group management and special activity skills all while having fun with other teens. Interested participants need to fill out a C.I.T application for review.

7:00AM 9:00AM 9:30AM

11:30AM 12:30PM

1:00PM 2:00PM 2:30PM 3:30PM 3:45PM 4:00PM

TYPICAL CAMP DAILY SCHEDULE

Before-Camp Care Opening Ceremonies Group Activities Arts and Crafts Lunch Group Activities Swimming Unit Activity Counselor’s Choice Closing Ceremonies After-Camp Care

SESSIONS DATES & THEMES

SESSION

SESSION I

SESSION II

SESSION III

SESSION IV

DATES

June 30-July 11

July 14-July 25

July 28-August 8

August 11-August 22

CAMP THEME

World Cup 2014

Gold Rush

Happy Birthday to Us

Under the Big Top

SESSIONS & CAMP ENHANCEMENTS

BERTINI PARK

SWIM LESSONS & FREE SWIM

The Wallingford Family YMCA prides itself in offering free swim and swim lessons to all of our campers each day. Campers swim time is broken into 20 minute lessons, followed by 20 minutes of free swim. Swim times will be in the afternoon to get campers out of the sun and cooling down with their friends. Our camp aquatics staff offer a wide variety of swim lessons ranging from beginner to advanced.

Through a collaboration with the Wallingford Public Schools, Wallingford Rotary Club and Wallingford Parks & Recreation, Camp Ulbrich will be utilizing Bertini Park to give our campers an opportunity to get back to nature. Campers will be able to hike, build forts, and participate in nature based projects. They will also have the opportunity to use the low ropes course! Bertini Park is just one more enhancement that will give our campers a great summer.

CAMP ULBRICH BUS STOPS

To help make your summer a little easier, Camp Ulbrich offers convenient bus stops at Wallingford Elementary Schools. The bus is staffed with qualified Camp Ulbrich staff to ensure that your child’s camp day starts right as they step on the bus. Parents must be present at stops for pick-up and drop-off.

The Wallingford Family YMCA strives to have the best staff on hand at all times. Our camp staff act as positive role models for campers and strive toward offering a fun, yet safe and healthy program for everyone involved. Our staff possess the qualities that we instill in our campers; caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility. The staff ensure that campers are having fun and always having some type of adventure. All staff are certified in CPR and First Aid. Our counselors always bring something new to the campers and camp experience.

That is what makes Camp Ulbrich fun and unique.

CAMP STAFF

LOCATION

Moses Y Beach Yalesville Cook Hill Stevens

PICK UP

7:50AM 8:10AM 8:30AM 8:50AM

DROP OFF

4:10PM 4:30PM 4:50PM 5:10PM

CAMP HOURS & RATES

CAMP ULBRICH Monday-Friday 9:00AM-4:00PM

YMCA Member: $350/session

Program Member: $385/session

Each session is 2 weeks. You may split a session for 65% of the session cost.

Extended Care

Before Camp Care (Doolittle Pavilion)

7:00-9:00AM

$75/session

After Camp Care (KinderHouse)

4:00-6:00PM

$75/session

CAMP HOURS, RATES & STAFF

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What should my child bring to camp?

Campers should bring a backpack packed with a brown bag lunch (no heat-ups!) with their name on it, a bathing suit and towel, sunscreen and a water bottle. ALL CAMPERS NEED TO WEAR SNEAKERS. Sandals, flip-flops, crocs, and open-toed shoes are prohibited for safety reasons. All items should be clearly labeled with the camper’s name. For younger campers who are prone to having bathroom accidents, packing extra clothes to leave in the camp office is an option. Please place these clothes in a bag and label it with your child’s name.

What should they not bring?

We believe that certain items are best left at home to maximize your camper’s camp experience. Campers may not bring cell phones, MP3 players, iPods, portable electronic video games, trading cards, other toys from home, matches or knives. Cell phones are only allowed at camp upon the Camp Director’s approval. The Wallingford Family YMCA is not responsible for items that are lost or stolen.

Where do I drop-off/pick-up my child?

Sign-In for all campers will be at the Doolittle Park pavilion. Your camper should be dropped off by 8:55AM. Pick-up for your camper is at 4:00PM at the same location. If you are dropping a child off after 9:15AM or picking them up before 3:45PM please go to the KinderHouse, located in back of the YMCA.

How can I contact my child/camp staff during the day?

During the Summer, the Camp Ulbrich phone number is 203-284-5328. This number can be used to relay information to staff, ask questions or to get a message to your child. In the case of an emergency or before the camp season begins, you may also call the Welcome Center at 203-269-4497 x0.

What happens if my child loses something during the day?

Lost and Found items accumulate very quickly. Please make every effort to label your child’s belongings. Have your camper look for their missing items at our Lost and Found located in a bin at the KinderHouse. Socks and underwear are immediately discarded. Everything else is held for two weeks and then donated to a local charity.

Can I request certain groups?

We know that your child’s friends may be at camp, but one of Camp Ulbrich’s goals is for campers to meet and make new friends. Groups are by grade and groups of similar ages do tend to participate in activities together, so we are sure that your child will be able to see their friend throughout the course of the camp day.

MEMBERSHIP A YMCA membership is not required to participate in any of our summer day camp programs. Everyone is welcome.

PAYMENT A non-refundable $50 deposit is required for each session that your child is enrolled. Payment in full is due 1 week prior to the start of each session. Campers may not attend the session if payment in full is not received. Any session changes made after June 9, 2014 will result in a $20 change fee. Bank Drafts & Payment Plans are available.

REFUNDS Camp fees (excluding deposits) will be refunded if the child is withdrawn one week prior to the start of the session due to medical reasons. A doctor’s note is required. Camp fees will not be refunded if a child is dismissed from camp due to behavioral or other problems.

FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE Financial assistance is available. You MUST apply for Care 4 Kids before applying for financial assistance. The deadline for applications is April 28, 2014. Application forms are available at the Welcome Center or you can download the forms at www.wallingfordymca.org. For more information about Care 4 Kids, contact Tammi Mastroianni at 203-269-4497 x14. For more information about the YMCA’s financial assistance program, contact Chris Kingston at 203-269-4497 x13.

CAMP ATTIRE Campers are required to wear the YMCA camp t-shirt on all field trips. Each new camper will receive a t-shirt at the start of a session. Campers should wear proper footwear every day. No sandals or Crocs!

CAMP HEALTH FORM & MEDICATION Each camper must have a physical exam by a licensed physician within the past three years. No child may attend the program without an up-to-date immunization record on file with the Wallingford Family YMCA. Forms are available at the Welcome Center. If a camper requires any medication, the proper paperwork must be on file before the camper can attend camp. This medication will be kept locked with our First Aid Director. In the case of Epi Pens & other emergency medication, your child’s counselor will have these on hand at all times.

LUNCH & SNACKS Lunch and Snacks are to be packed in a brown paper bag labeled with your child’s name and will be kept in a cooler at the YMCA. No Heat-ups! Water bottles are encouraged to ensure that our campers stay hydrated.

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