YMCA Camp Wapsie Summer Brochure

EXPERIENCE A MEMORABLE & MEANINGFULSUMMER YMCA Camp Wapsie

Registration begins on February 1stY Members can register early beginning Jan 25th

FOR YOUTH DEVELOPMENTFOR HEALTHY LIVINGFOR SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY

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As we are thinking about the best way to spend our summers I thank you for considering YMCA Camp Wapsie. People have many choices as they ponder this decision, but not all choices encourage character development, help increase responsibility, self-reliance, confidence and teach a variety of personal values and skills like Wapsie does. When I was a camper I did not think much about those, but now as a director and talking to parents who look at their kids differently after they return from camp. We realize that through the active camp schedule campers are learning to be physically active and more healthy by having fun playing outside with other kids. They learn and improve social skills as they live, work and play with others at camp for a week at a time. Campers grow in a positive environment with our Wapsie staff, most of whom have spent years training to be a counselor and share the wonders of Wapsie they shared as a camper years before.

So as you are making your choice this summer think about the fun of climbing the tower, swimming, and cooking over a campfire. But realize that those activities also…

Teach the persistence learned in practicing your technique and foster the determination to safely face your fears and push yourself to climb higher or farther than you thought you could.

Increase your exercise in a manner that is fun, could save a life and helps you stay cool and healthier all at once.

Learn the vital life skill of cooking at a young age while learning to be safe around a fire and enjoying food that you helped to create.

Build those relationships with your peers and counselors at camp and feel good about yourself and what you have accomplished trying new things and growing relationships.

There are countless reasons to consider camp. As I write this I think of my youthful years at camp and reminisce of the friendships, many stories and how camp has helped me become who I am today. I hope you consider any one of those reasons and make a point to join us at Wapsie this summer and I am sure you will be happy with your choice to share part of your summer. Whether you send your child(ren), join one of our family programs or both. I trust the investment of camp will pay back your family through the friendships, skills and memories that will endure into the future. Each year they grow a little more.

Until we get to see you at Wapsie have a great spring and we hope to see you this summer at YMCA Camp Wapsie!

In the Spirit of Camping,

DEAR PARENTS AND CAMPERS,

Paul Denowski

Director, YMCA Camp Wapsie

CAMP VISION

CAMP OUTCOMES

To utilize the natural camp environment

to provide fun, safe, unique camping and retreat experiences that promote the YMCA core values of Caring, Honesty,

Respect and Responsibility.

Through Camp Wapsie we strive to help participants:

• Grow in self–esteem and self-confidence.• Gain and grow in social skills.• Gain and grow in physical skills and activities.• Gain exposure to and

greater knowledge and understanding of the natural world.

• Learn and practice the YMCA Core Values of Caring, Honesty, Respect and Responsibility.

YMCA Camp Wapsie is proud to use recycled paper.

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YMCA Camp Wapsie is the Camp of the Cedar Rapids and Iowa City areas. Accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA), Wapsie serves boys and girls, ages 6-18 in our sum-mer resident and day camp program. We serve campers of all ages through year round retreat, youth and family programs. YMCA Camp Wapsie is owned and operated by the YMCA of the Cedar Rapids Metropolitan Area. The warm and relaxed atmosphere of Camp Wapsie provides an ideal setting to experi-ence the outdoors while enhancing the self-esteem of all people. With our deep tradition in camping, Camp Wapsie is the place to help young people build the character values of caring, honesty, respect and responsibility.

We are: For Youth Development, For Healthy Living and For Social Development.

DEAR PARENTS AND CAMPERS, GENERAL CAMP INFORMATION

HEALTH, SAFETY, AND SECURITYYMCA Camp Wapsie considers safety a top priority. Camp has a trained Health Service Director on site and staff are trained in First-Aid, CPR and Lifeguarding.

Camp is equipped with a storm shelter in the event of inclement weather and an AED for emergencies. All medications will be kept in the infirmary and distributed by the Health Staff. Families are responsible for their camper’s insurance coverage.

LOCATIONYMCA Camp Wapsie is located just 30 miles north of Cedar Rapids and 60 miles north of Iowa City in Coggon, Iowa. Situated on 172 acres of scenic woodlands and wetlands with an oxbow lake off the Wapsipinicon River, Camp Wapsie provides a warm and relaxing environment to experience the great outdoors.

Address: 2174 Wapsie Y Rd Coggon, IA 52218-9710

E-mail: [email protected]

Phone: 319.435.2577

Website: www.campwapsie.org

CAMP INFO NIGHTSJoin us to learn about our programs, facilities and what makes Camp Wapsie the best place to spend part of your summer. We will overview our day and resident camp programs for school age children.

Stoney Point Y

Jan 21, 2013 - 5:30-6:30pm

Helen G. Nassif Y

Jan 22, 2013 - 5:00-6:00pm

Marion Y

Jan 24, 2013 - 4:30-5:30pm

Iowa City Library-Room A

Jan 29, 2013 - 5:00-6:00pm

Camp Open House at Wapsie on May 5th from 1-4pm. See camp, take a tour, meet staff and try some camp activities.

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Preparing for a Positive Camp ExperienceCabin Mate RequestsCamp Wapsie is a great place to meet and make new friends. You can request one cabin mate on your registration form or online. The cabin mate request should be of the same grade and age and they should also request you. We try to accommodate cabin requests, but we can make no guarantees.

Cancellations and RefundsCancellations and changes must be made in writing or by email. 1. Cancellation at any time prior to session will forfeit deposit.

2. Cancellations less than 10 days before camp start date forfeit half of camp fees.

3. No-shows will be charged the full fee.

4. There is no refund for behavior-related problems.

5. Campers who cancel or leave camp on the advice of medical personnel will receive a prorated refund. A physician’s note is required.

REGISTER YOUR CAMPER! Online registration available!Registration begins February 1, 2013.Y Member registration begins January 25, 2013.

To register for camp visit www.campwapsie.org and click on “Register for Programs,” or complete and mail the registration form (p7-8) with a $75 non-refundable deposit per session/per child or pay the entire fee at time of registration. Incomplete forms will be returned, jeopardizing camper placement. Programs are subject to minimum and maximum enrollment and are filled on a first-come basis. If all session choices you requested are full, we will notify you. All money and candy credit are applied to program fees first, then to Camp Store accounts. All Camp fees must be paid in full 4 weeks prior to camper’s arrival.

Once your registration is processed, you will receive a confirmation email.

Parents/guardians are required to complete paperwork aka “Parent Packet” and return it to camp at least 4 weeks prior to camper’s arrival:

1. Health History Form and COPY OF HEALTH

INSURANCE CARD

2. Camper’s Confidential Questionnaire

3. Release Form

Parent Packets and all camp forms are available at www.campwapsie.org or by contacting the camp office.


“So I can’t thank you enough for this great summer program. Our kids are proud to be a part of it and love ev-ery bit of it. Many thanks for all you do to make this such a great experi-ence for our kids!

- Lori Parent from Chicago, Illinois

Making Camp Affordable for Everyone

Financial AssistanceYMCA Camp Wapsie and the YMCA of Cedar Rapids Area is committed to providing programs available to everyone, regardless of ability to pay. YMCA Camp Wapsie provides Financial Assistance for resident and day camp programs.

Financial Assistance is subsidized by the YMCA Annual Support Campaign. Applications are available at www.campwapsie.org or from the camp office. Campers can also earn money toward camp fees through the annual “Earn Your Way to Camp” candy sale. Feb 9- March 2. More information about the candy sale can be found on page 9.

Choose the price you can best affordWe understand different families have differing abilities to pay. Camp Wapsie has three pricing levels to better accommodate differing incomes. Please select the highest tier you can afford to allow YMCA Camp Wapsie to best stretch our funding and continue to improve the quality of each camper’s experience.

Tier A most accurately reflects the true and actual cost of YMCA Camp Wapsie.

Tier B is a partially subsidized rate, but more closely reflects the actual cost of camp.

Tier C is Camp’s historically subsidized rate, which does not represent the true cost of camp, but has been the standard rate. This rate is subsidized by the work of volunteers, fundraising, and sustaining contributions.

Our tiered pricing system in no way influences your child’s experience! We feel it is important to share the true cost of running YMCA Camp Wapsie. This gives families the opportunity to decide how much they can contribute toward their child’s experience.


Camp Weeks/Events and Pricing Cabin Campers4th-10th gradeWk 1 . . . . . . . . . June 9-15Wk 2 . . . . . . . . June16-22Wk 3 . . . . . . . . June 23-29Wk 4 . . . . . June 30-July 6Wk 5 . . . . . . . . . . July 7-13Wk 6 . . . . . . . . . July 14-20Wk 7 . . . . . . . . . July 21-27Wk 8 . . . . . . July 28-Aug 3Wk 9 . . . . . . . . . . Aug 4-10Prices:

Tier A-$515 Tier s470 Tier C-$425

Horseback Lessons $48Basketball Clinic (wk 9) $29

Teepee Village1st-3rd gradeWk 1 . . . . . . . . . June 9-151/2 Wk 2. . . . . . June16-191/2 Wk 2. . . . . . June 19-22Wk 3 . . . . . . . . June 23-291/2 Wk 4 . . . June 30-July 31/2 Wk 4 . . . . . . . . .July 3-6Wk 5 . . . . . . . . . . July 7-13Wk 6 . . . . . . . . . July 14-20Wk 7 . . . . . . . . . July 21-27Wk 8 . . . . . . July 28-Aug 3

Wk 9 . . . . . . . . . . Aug 4-10

Full WeekTier A-$515 Tier B-$470 Tier C-$425

1/2 Week (weeks 2&4 only)Tier A-$265 Tier B-$240 Tier C-$215

Adventure TripWisconsin White Water Rafting and Climbing9th-12th gradeWk 2 . . . . . . . June16-22

Canoe, Climb, Cave IA7th-11th gradeWk 4 . . . . June 30-July 6

TEAM Camp8th-12th gradeWk 5 . . . . . . . . .July 7-13

Rock Climbing Devils Lake7th-11th gradeWk 7 . . . . . . . July 21-27

Hiking and Canoeing Eastern Iowa7th-11th gradeWk 9 . . . . . . . . Aug 4-10

Prices:Tier A-$515 Tier B-$470 Tier C-$425

Ranger Camp8th-11th gradeWk 1 . . . . . . . . . June 9-15Wk 2 . . . . . . . . June16-22Wk 3 . . . . . . . . June 23-29Wk 4 . . . . . June 30-July 6Wk 5 . . . . . . . . . . July 7-13Wk 6 . . . . . . . . . July 14-20Wk 7 . . . . . . . . . July 21-27Wk 8 . . . . . . July 28-Aug 3

Wk 9 . . . . . . . . . . Aug 4-10


Day Trekkers5th-8th gradeWk 1 . . . . . . . . June 10-15Wk 3 . . . . . . . . June 24-29Wk 6 . . . . . . . . . July 15-20

Wk 8 . . . . . . July 29-Aug 3


Pinicon Day Camp1st-4th gradeWk 1 . . . . . . . . .June 10-14Wk 2 . . . . . . . . June17-21Wk 3 . . . . . . . . June 24-28Wk 4 . . . . . . . July 1-July 5Wk 5 . . . . . . . . . . July 8-12Wk 6 . . . . . . . . . July 15-19Wk 7 . . . . . . . . . July 22-26Wk 8 . . . . . . July 29-Aug 2

Wk 9 . . . . . . . . . . . Aug 5-9


Special Day Themes

Wk 1 SafariWk 2 Wapsie World of SportsWk 3 The Unexpected JourneyWk 4 American SpiritWk 5 Wapsie’s Got TalentWk 6 Christmas at CampWk 7 Super HeroesWk 8 Wapsie Music FestWk 9 Wild West Please use grade entering in Fall 2013.


Register online at www.campwapsie.org or mail forms to camp.Registrations begins February 1st. Y Member registration begins January 25.

Camper Information:

Camper Name ________________________________________________________________ Birth Date_______________________ Last First MI

Address ________________________________________________________________________ [ ] Male [ ] Female

City _____________________________________________________________________________ State _______ Zip _______________

Phone ( __________ ) ____________________________________________________________ Age While at Camp ___________

Parent Email ________________________________________________________________________________________________________(This will be used to confirm your registration)

School Attended _____________________________________________________________ Grade Fall 2013 _______________

Tshirt Size (select one): Child [ ] S [ ] M [ ] L or Adult [ ] S [ ] M [ ] L [ ] XL

Previous Years at Camp Wapsie 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012

Does your child have any specific dietary restrictions or food allergies? ______No ______Yes

If yes, please explain:______________________________________________________________________________________________

Contact Information:

Primary Contact _______________________________________ Place of Business ___________________________________

Birth Date ______________________________________________ Day Phone ( __________ ) _____________________________

Parent/Guardian ______________________________________ Place of Business ___________________________________

Cell Phone ( __________ ) ________________________________ Work Phone ( __________ ) ____________________________

Emergency Contact Name _______________________________________________________________________________________(Other than Above)

Relationship to Camper _____________________________ Home Phone ( __________ ) ___________________________

Cell Phone ( __________ ) ________________________________ Work Phone ( __________ ) ____________________________

Program Choice: (Please circle program and write the weeks you can attend.)

Cabin Ranger Teepee 1/2 Week Teepee (Week 2&4 only)* Day Camp Trekkers

1st Choice wk # _______________ 2nd Choice wk # _______________ 3rd Choice wk # _______________

* If choosing 1/2 Week Teepee Village please indicate Sun-Wed or Wed-Sat.

Horse Back Lessons [ ] Yes [ ] No (Additional $48 - Cabin Campers Only)

Basketball Clinic [ ] Yes [ ] No (Additional $29 - Cabin Campers Only) (Week 9 only)

Photo CD [ ] Yes [ ] No ($10- Camp Memories for a lifetime! Pictures of your camper’s group and activities during their week of camp. )

Care Package [ ] Yes [ ] No ($27- Surprise your camper with a Wapsie backpack, water bottle, postcards and other camp goodies!)

Cabinmate Request: List only ONE person (same age/grade) _______________________________________DON’T FORGET! This person needs to request you too!

Please copy this form or go to www.campwapsie.org to print more.

Registration Form Summer 2013Camp Weeks/Events and Pricing


__________________________________________________________Camper Name

I hereby give permission as the parent or guardian of the above to participate in programs at YMCA Camp Wapsie. I acknowledge that my child is physically and mentally able to participate in activities at Camp Wapsie and I under-stand there are certain risks associated with those activi-ties, including but not limited to: horseback riding and the climbing /repelling tower. I will assume the risks to my child or children associated with those activities. I release the YMCA staff and volunteers from any responsibilities in case of injury. I understand that I am responsible for insurance coverage for my child or children. The Cedar Rapids Metropolitan YMCA and Camp Wapsie have per-mission to use photos taken of my child or children during their stay at Camp for promotional materials of the YMCA and/or Camp Wapsie.

__________________________________________________________Parent/Guardian Signature Date

Annual Household Income:YMCA is committed to serving people regardless of their ability to pay. We wish to know whether we are reaching all income levels. The following information assists us with that. This information will be kept strictly confidential.

[ ] below $19,999 [ ] $40,000-$49,999

[ ] $20,000-$29,999 [ ] $50,000-$59,999

[ ] $30,000-$39,999 [ ] $60,000 & above

How did you hear about Camp Wapsie?

[ ] YMCA [ ] Friends/Family [ ] School

[ ] Website [ ] Info Night [ ] Other ___________

[ ] I am a returning camper

Ethnicity:

[ ] African American [ ] Asian

[ ] Native American [ ] Hispanic

[ ] White [ ] Other

Please return:

REQUIRED non-refundable $75 deposit or payment in full and completed form to

YMCA Camp Wapsie2174 Wapsie Y RdCoggon, IA 52218

$__________ Camp Fees

[ ] Tier A [ ] Tier B [ ] Tier C

$__________ Horseback Lessons $48 (Cabin Campers only)

$__________ Basketball Clinic $29 (Week 9 only)

$__________ Care Package $27

$__________ Photo CD $10

$__________ Store Money(Overnight campers and Day Trekkers only)

[ ] $10 [ ] $15 [ ] $20 [ ] $25 [ ] $30 [ ]$35

$__________ Donation to YMCA Camp Wapsie[ ] $5 [ ] $10 [ ] $25 [ ] $50 [ ] $200 [ ]$425

$__________ Total Due

Check all that apply:[ ] Apply Candy Credit (Attach Voucher)[ ] Check/Money Order enclosed[ ] Credit Card

[ ] Visa [ ] Master Card [ ] Discover__________________________________________________________Account Number

_________/_________ 3 Digit Code__________________Card Exp Date

__________________________________________________________Card Holder Name (Please print.)

__________________________________________________________Card Holder Signature

Confirmation will be emailed unless marked [ ] I prefer my confirmation to be sent by postal mail.

Be sure you have enclosed:[ ] $75 Deposit to be deducted now. Any Balance will be deducted four weeks prior to session.or

[ ] Total fees to be deducted now.

I would like my leftover store money to be:

[ ] Donated to YMCA Annual Sustaining Campaign

or

[ ] Applied to my YMCA account as a system credit

or

[ ] Returned to me at the end of the sessions


Feb 9 - Mar 2, 2013Candy Sales are open to any new or previous campers. Campers can sell World’s Finest Chocolate to earn money toward their camp fees. All you need to do is come to a sale site to sign up and check out your candy. You receive 90 cents for each $2 candy bar sold! Candy credit earned may be used for camp deposit, fees, and store money at YMCA Camp Wapsie. Campers who sell 10 cases earn a 2013 Power Moose seller t-shirt!

HOST SITES & CHECK OUT TIMESMarion YMCA 3100 10th Ave - 319.377.7361

Tues/Thurs 5:30-7pm

Sat 10-11:30am

Helen G Nassif YMCA 207 Seventh Ave. SE - 319.366.6421

Tues/Thurs 5:30-7pm

Sat 9:30-11 am

Stoney Point YMCA 300 Stoney Point Rd SW - 319.390.3488

Mon/Wed 6-7:30pm

Sat 9-10:30am

Iowa City Host Home: Mark & Carol Greve 1249 Esther Ct. - 319.341.8837

Mon/Wed 5-6:30pm

Sat 9-11:00am

Earn Your Way to Camp Candy Sale

Mother/Daughter CampDesigned for women and the young ladies in their lives; this is a terrific opportunity for mothers to come to Camp Wapsie and share in the magic of camp with your camper. The weekend al-lows for that special time together with plenty to do – from archery and crafts, to climbing the Hope Tango Tower! When: Friday, May 17th 7 p.m. - Sunday, May 20th 1 p.m.

Cost: $75 per person - Meals, programming and lodging included. Payment due w/regis-tration below.

2013 Mother/Daughter Camp Out Registration FormAdult Name/s with Birth Date/s _____________________________________________________________________________________

Child/ren Name/s with Birth Date/s ________________________________________________________________________________

Address _______________________________________________ City _______________________ State _______ Zip _________________

Home Phone________________________Business Phone _________________________ Email _______________________________

Emergency Contact _____________________________________________________________ Phone _____________________________Mother/Daughter Cabin Mate Request ______________________________________________________________________T-shirt Size: parent __________ 1st child _________ 2nd child___________

Method of payment: [ ] Check [ ] Visa [ ] Mastercard [ ] Discover 3 Digit Code _______ Amount $_________________ Account # ______________________________________________ Exp. Date _________/________

Card Holder Name (please print) _______________________________________________________________________________________Card Holder Signature_______________________________________________________________________________________ Date ____________________

If you have any questions, please call: 319.435.2577.

Mail registration with total payment to YMCA Camp Wapsie.


Bringing Families TogetherMemorial and Labor Day Family CampsFamily Camp is a traditional, three-day camp for families and friends. Wapsie creates family time together, bonding activities, all the food, lodging and family-friendly activities without the hassle of cooking, dishes and cleaning. Join us for some family fun!

Please check preference: [ ] Memorial Day [ ] Labor Day and [ ] 12-bed Cabin or [ ] 4-bed CabinAdult Name/s with Birth Date/s _____________________________________________________________________________________

Child/ren Name/s with Birth Date/s ________________________________________________________________________________

Address _________________________________________________ City _____________________ State ________ Zip _________________

Home Phone________________________Business Phone _________________________ Email _______________________________

Emergency Contact _____________________________________________________________ Phone ______________________________

Memorial/Labor Day Camp Guests (Note the day and meal) _______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Method of payment: [ ] Check [ ] Visa [ ] Mastercard [ ] Discover 3 Digit Code ________ Amount $_________________ Account # _______________________________________________ Exp. Date _________/________

Card Holder Name (please print) ________________________________________________________________________________________

Card Holder Signature_______________________________________________________________________________________ Date ____________________ If you have any questions, please call: 319.435.2577.

Mail registration with $75 deposit to YMCA Camp Wapsie.

2013 Family Camp Registration Form

When: Memorial Day WeekendSaturday, May 25 – Monday, May 27

Labor Day WeekendSaturday, August 31 – Monday, September 3

Cost: Meals and Programming (per person)

Ages 14 and older - $40Ages 4-13 - $35 Ages 3 and under - Free

Lodging (per cabin)Families can rent four bed areas or six bunk cabins with shared bathrooms. Families may choose to share cabins with one or more families.

Cabin Rental (4 beds) - $95Cabin Rental (12 beds) - $150Day guests - $15 per person (Includes 1 meal and programming)

$75 nonrefundable deposit required with registration.


Bringing Families Together Day Camp Programs

Wapsie Pinicon Day CampYouth entering 1st through 4th grade spend Monday & Tuesday at Pinicon Ridge Park in Central City and the rest at YMCA Camp Wapsie. A highlight of Day Camp is the Thursday overnight stay at Wapsie. Campers bring a sack lunch Monday through Thursday. Camp provides Thursday dinner, Friday breakfast and lunch. YMCA Wapsie Pinicon Day Camp runs nine, one-week sessions.

Wapsie Pinicon Day Camp Prices Tier A-$260 Tier B-$235 Tier C-$210

Day Trekkers Day CampYouth entering 5th through 8th grades can enjoy camp activities at Wapsie during the day. Day Trekkers, along with their counselors, have the flexibility to create their own schedule which can include: climbing the tower, horseback riding, and participating in organized camp activities such as Special Days, Mission Impossible, the Friday night dance and campfire. Day Trekkers offers four, one-week sessions. Meals are included with the Day Trekker Experience.

The week concludes with an overnight at Wapsie Friday night. After Campers experience the memorable dance and closing campfire, they spend the night at camp. Parents are invited to our Saturday Parents Program at 9:00 am and pick up their camper upon completion (around 9:45am) at Camp Wapsie.

Transportation is provided, as outlined to the left, Monday through Friday. Parents are responsible for pick up Saturday Morning.

Day Trekkers Day Camp Prices Tier A-$291 Tier B-$266 Tier C-$241

Wapsie Day Campers experience outdoor activities similar to those offered at Resident Camp, with the opportunity to return home in the evenings for that all-important family time. Day Camp provides a positive social experience with other youth of similar ages in a fun camp environment.

Transportation to and from Day Camp is provided at the following locations:

Site Pick-Up Return Stoney Point 7:15am 4:50pm Helen G Nassif 7:35am 4:30pm Marion 7:55am 4:10pm Riverside Pavilion 8:30am 3:30pm Camp Wapsie 8:45am 3:30pm


Resident Camp Programs

Cabin CampersFourth through tenth graders have the opportunity to choose from a wide range of self-development activities each morning. They then spend the afternoon and evening in cabin groups and/or all-camp activities. Campers of the same age and gender stay in cabins with bathrooms/showers.

One-Week Cabin Camper Prices Tier A-$515 Tier B-$470 Tier C-$425

Ranger CampEighth through eleventh graders can participate in a more adventurous outdoor program. Youth get to work on outdoor living skills; fire building techniques, food preparation, cooking over a campfire, team building, GPS orienteering, canoeing, minimum-impact camping, basic survival skills and safety. Rangers often do an overnight camping trip.

Ranger Camp Prices

Tier A-$515 Tier B-$470 Tier C-$425

With each overnight experience, campers grow through structured activities that foster growth and creativity. Campers learn decision making, creativity, and technical skills as they choose programs that appeal to them. Wapsie’s 1:6 counselor to camper ratio, with a college aged senior counselor and a junior counselor for each group of twelve similar aged campers, provides supervision and role models that campers interact and learn with. Group living develops community and social skills while creating friendships.

Arrival & DismissalResident and Adventure Trip campers are responsible for their own transportation to and from camp. Check-in is between 3pm and 3:30pm on Sunday. Departure is on Saturday after the 9am parents program.

Activities Offered *Nominal fee charged

Swimming Burma Bridge Trap Shooting*

GaGa Nature Arts and Crafts*

Zip Line Canoeing Horseback Riding*

Fishing Camp Crafts Climbing Tower

Archery Group Games Guitar/Hand Drums

Dance Camp Fires Performing Arts

Basketball Clinic Cabin campers can practice their basketball skills, work on fundamentals and teamwork through daily 1½ hour clinics with former NBA and Hawkeye player, Coach Acie Earl. Play like a pro with a pro! Cost is $29. Week 9 only.

Horseback LessonsCabin Campers can sign up for daily, one hour horse lessons. Campers learn about horses, safety, care and proper western riding techniques. In the event of inclement weather, educational-related activities and games are provided. Campers are notified of their lesson times at camp. If campers do not show up for their lessons we are unable to issue refunds. Cost is $48.


Teepee VillageOur Teepee Village program provides structured activities, the security and support first through third graders need for a successful camping experience. They sleep on bunks in canvas teepees built on wooden platforms. Teepee campers stay together in their community groups as they participate in many of the activities available to older campers.

TeePee Village Prices Tier A-$515 Tier B-$470 Tier C-$425

Special Days Thursdays are special “Themed” days with activities related to the week’s theme. Campers interact with new characters as Wapsie transforms into another world with special events and themed activities to help campers express their creative side, explore their interests and have fun. Costumes are welcome but not necessary.

Wk 1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . SafariWk 2 . . . . . . Wapsie World of SportsWk 3 . . . . . .The Unexpected JourneyWk 4 . . . . . . . . . . . . . American SpiritWk 5 . . . . . . . . . Wapsie’s Got TalentWk 6 . . . . . . . . . . Christmas at CampWk 7 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Super HeroesWk 8 . . . . . . . . . . Wapsie Music FestWk 9 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Wild West

Half Week Teepee VillageWapsie offers four half-week sessions (Week 2 and 4 only) for campers who want a shorter first trip to camp. Half-week campers coming on Sunday check in between 3:00pm and 3:30pm and leave after Wednesday’s 9:00am parents program. Wednesday campers check in at 4:00pm and leave after Saturday’s 9:00am parents program. Please indicate on the registration form which part of the week you prefer, Sun-Wed or Wed-Sat.

Half-Week Teepee Village Prices Tier A-$265 Tier B-$240 Tier C-$215

Store MoneyWapsie’s Camp Store sells drinks, snacks, camp T-shirts, souvenirs, and tickets for arts and crafts, riflery, horse trail rides, and Moose Mail (emails to campers). Purchases are deducted from the camper’s account. You may place up to $35 into a store account for each overnight camper and Day Trekker. Please select an appropriate amount on the registration form for your camper. Additional money may be added to your child’s account if funds runs low. Leftover money may be donated to our Financial Assistance Program, applied to your YMCA account as a system credit which may be used toward any programs through the Cedar Rapids Metro YMCA and Camp Wapsie, or returned on the last day of the session.


WISCONSIN WHITE WATER RAFTING & CLIMBING June 16-22 (Grades 9-12)Come join Camp Wapsie’s Adventure Trips as we go on an unforgettable excursion. Along with enjoying Wisconsin’s beautiful Nicolet National Forest we will be spending two days white water rafting down the Midwest’s top rated roaring rapids, the Menomonee, Class IV, and the Peshtigo class II-IV. After white water rafting we will head to Devil’s Lake State Park to test our climbing skills at one of the best rock climbing spots in the nation.

CANOE, CLIMB, CAVE IOWA June 30-July 6 (Grades 7-11)

This multi-sport adventure will be packed full of fun! This trip includes: canoeing down the pristine Maquoketa River, caving at one of the deepest and darkest places in the Midwest, Maquoketa Caves State Park and then to Backbone State Park to check out some rock climbing.

TEAM CAMP (Together Everyone Accomplishes More) July 7-13 (Grades 8-12)

This week combines an adventure trip with leadership development training. Through challenge activities and the opportunity to plan part of the trip, campers really utilize and grow their leadership skills. These activities, combined with regular camp programs and an overnight rock climbing trip to Backbone State Park, give campers

the opportunity to have fun while learning to achieve more through teamwork.

ROCK CLIMBING AT DEVIL’S LAKE July 21-27 (Grades 7-11)

Ever wanted to rock climb? We will reach for new heights as we spend a week at Devil’s Lake State Park in Wisconsin, one of the Nation’s premier climbing spots with over 2,000 climbing routes, it’s perfect for both beginners and veteran climbers. Along with climbing, the park has a 360-acre lake, and is packed full of hiking trails.

HIKING AND CANOEING EASTERN IOWA August 4-10 (Grades 7-11)

On this trip we will be heading to beautiful Eastern Iowa. We will canoe down the most scenic river in the country, the Upper Iowa River. While on the water we will be enjoying the natural environment of 300 foot bluffs, bald eagles, and cold water trout streams. Pikes Peak State Park will be our second stop as we

hike we will see unforgettable views and scenery of the Mississippi River.

Adventure Trip Prices Tier A-$515 Tier B-$470 Tier C-$425

Adventure Trips

Rock climbing in Devils Lake State Park

YMCA Camp Wapsie offers some amazing out-of-camp adventure trips! After an orientation at Wapsie, campers load up their gear and head to their destination. Participants should be prepared for active adventures in wilderness terrain related to the type of trip. Camp staff are trained in Wilderness First Aid and skills relating to each wilderness trip.

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Leadership Development ProgramYMCA Camp Wapsie’s leadership development program seeks to develop leadership potential in high-schoolers. Through multi-week sessions that enable campers to learn and practice leadership and counseling skills, this daily interaction with peers, counselors and campers helps create tomorrow’s leaders. LIT/CIT applications are available in September. Consideration for these programs is based on application and positive recommendation by staff.

Leader in Training - LIT campers are entering 10th and 11th grades and attend a 3-week training session at camp focusing on team building, group dynamics, and leadership skills and styles.

Counselor in Training - CIT campers entering 11th and 12th grades and attend camp for a 4-week session to further their experience in leadership, counseling and group work skills. They also assist in cabins and programs.

Community Swim LessonsCamp offers morning swim lessons during the summer. Lessons are available for infants with parents and children. Multi-week sessions cost $53. Contact Camp for registration information or register at www.campwapsie.org.

Developing Skills and Community Leaders

TOGETHER WE CAN DO ANYTHINGRetreats - Year Round OpportunitiesFrom school groups, corporate groups, birthday parties, and family events, to church retreats; Camp Wapsie is open year round to host your event. Our setting is an ideal get away with a short drive from town. We offer a variety of traditional camp activities, team building and educational programming. Con-tact us to help you plan a day or overnight event that fits your groups’ needs.

Adventure & Trail GuidesIn YMCA Adventure and Trail Guides, the focus is on the parent’s role as a guide in a child’s life. These programs are designed for a parent and their child in alternative kinder-garten to 7th grade. Participants meet in small circles and partici-pate in overnight campouts at Camp Wapsie, bowling, pinewood derby races, sporting events, and other fun group activities once a month through the school year. Contact Camp for more information.

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YMCA Camp Wapsie Summer Brochure