Camp Speers YMCA

CAMP SPEERS
Overnight Camp - Ages 7– 17
Horseback Riding - Ages 7 –17
Day Camp - Ages 3 - 16
Leadership Camps - Entering Grade 10-12
www.campspeersymca.org
570-828-2329 · 143 Nichecronk Rd. Dingmans Ferry, PA
WELCOME TO CAMP SPEERS
IN THE POCONOS!
Since 1948 we have been offering diverse activities to campers from all walks of life, so that each
camper may explore their potential and grow in a
natural setting. Located just 2 hours from Philadelphia and an hour and a half from New York City,
our 1,100 acre Pocono Mountain oasis offers each
camper the opportunity to connect with the people
around them and the planet we live on.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Pages 3-4: Camp · Activities · Giving
The rest of this booklet will help you and your child
learn more about each of our programs and help
you to make the best summer plans possible.
Make this summer the summer your child will remember forever at Camp Speers.
Pages 5-6: Overnight Camp
Pages 7-8: Leadership Camps
Pages 9-10: Horseback Riding
Pages 11-12: Day Camp
Pages 13-14: Dates and Rates
WAYS TO REGISTER FOR
CAMP
1) Register online at:
www.campspeersymca.org
2) Register Over the Phone
By Calling: 570-828-2329
Page 15: After Summer Camp
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HOW TO DONATE
CAMP FOR EVERYONE!
Camp Speers was the first ever American YMCA overnight camp to be racially integrated. Today, we create
the best summer experience for campers of all backgrounds from all over the United States and from
around the world. Give your child the opportunity to do
more, and be more this summer at Camp Speers YMCA.
The best way to donate is
through our website at
www.campspeersymca.org on
our “Make a Difference” tab,
located on the top right.
JOIN THE SPEERS CAMP FAMILY
Throughout the years our campers and camp staff have come
from all around the world to make new friends and share a summers that are full of memories and experiences that will last a
lifetime. When your camper joins us this summer they’ll learn why
campers and staff have called our camp their home away from
home.
ACTIVITIES
FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE
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We owe our ability to offer “Camp For Everyone” to our generous donors that have
helped us to offer an excellent financial
assistance program. Applications for assistance are confidential and are available on
our website or at our main office. The
amount of assistance granted is based on
taxable income from the previous year,
family circumstances, and our available
funds. Applications for assistance will be
accepted beginning January 1st.
Donations are always welcome.
Through coaching period and discovery hour programs, each
camper has the opportunity to choose the activities that they
would like to participate in. Below is a sampling of activity options for your camper to enjoy this summer.
COACHING PERIODS
DISCOVERY HOUR
• Archery
• Sailing
• Fishing
• Team Sports
• Paddle Boards • Nature Hikes
• Arts and Crafts
• Drama
• Blueberry Picking
• Canoeing
• Woodshop
• Team Sports
• Swim Lessons
• High Ropes
• Tie-dyeing
• Mountain Biking
• Survival
• Group Games
• Rock Climbing
• And More!
• Mountain Biking
• Kayaking
• Climbing Tower
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OVERNIGHT CAMP
Ages 7-17
CABIN LIFE
Overnight camp consists of two villages. Each village has
it’s own set of cabins, program areas, and dining facilities.
Each cabin has at least two counselors with a staff to
camper ratio of one to six. Some cabins feature bathrooms
and showers within the cabin, while others are just a short
walk to the village bathhouses.
Breakfast, lunch and dinner are all served in our Dining
Lodges and offer plenty of options for all campers. Our
amazing chefs cater to all campers regardless of dietary restrictions.
Overnight Camp offers both 1 Week and 2 Week sessions.
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Daily Camp Schedule
Monday-Thursday
8:00-8:45- Breakfast
8:45-9:00– Morning Watch
9:00-12:20– Coaching Periods
9:00-12:20– Friday Super Coaching Period
(Grades 8-11 During 2 Week Sessions)
12:30–1:30- Lunch
1:30-2:30– Siesta/Reading Time
2:30-3:30– Cabin Time (Grades 8-11) or Discovery Hour (Grades 3-7)
3:30-3:45– Snack
3:45-4:40– Free Swim
4:40-5:50– Cabin Time
6:00– Dinner
7:00-8:00–Discovery Hour (Grades 8-11)
7:00-8:00-Evening Program (Grades 3-7)
8:00-9:00 - Evening Program (Grades 8-11)
9:00 – Cabin Devotions & Showers
10:00- Lights Out
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LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMS
Entering Grades 10-11
OVERVIEW
Through our leadership development programs we
build the social skills, confidence, and leadership
skills of every camper. Our two programs are designed to help each participant gain the interpersonal and leadership skills they will need in their futures.
Leaders-In-Training (L.I.T.):
2 Weeks - Grade 10
Counselors-In-Training (C.I.T.):
4 Weeks - Grade 11
Counselors-In-Training is our ramped up version of the Leaders-In-Training program. Each
participant will go through a mock interview
requiring references to participate. This interview and application process is designed solely
to prepare and familiarize each member with a
traditional hiring process.
The Leaders-In-Training program offers a portion of
the traditional Camp experience while offering additional off-camp trips, leadership seminars, service
projects, American Red Cross First Aid and CPR
training, and staff mentoring.
Once our C.I.T.’s arrive on camp they receive
leadership training and seminars, American Red
Cross Lifeguard Training, in-cabin experiences
with our younger campers, volunteer and community service opportunities, and some amazing off-camp trips.
This combination of activities is designed to offer a
chance for each camper to share camp memories with
close friends while beginning to build the confidence
and skills needed for their professional futures.
Our most famous off-camp trip is our C.I.T. Appalachian Trail hike. This trip prepares each
participant for group planning and leadership
like no other.
Leaders-in-training can expect to leave the program
with, trip planning experience, leadership experiences, community service project experience, First Aid
and CPR Certifications, and some close new friends.
Counselors-In-Training can expect to leave
camp with, experience leading groups, more
self-confidence and independence, and a
chance to be selected as a Junior Counselor for
the following summer.
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HORSEBACK RIDING
3 Ways to Enjoy the Ranch This Summer
For Campers Ages 7-17
Horse Lovers Camp (All Day– All Horses)
Lessons, games, horse care, crafts, swimming, barn chores and
teambuilding activities keep our Horse Lovers engaged all day!
Riding Lessons (1 Hour/Day)
Offered within the traditional summer camp daily schedule for
1 hour Monday-Friday. Riding Lessons offer a fun approach to
horseback riding that allows for other camper activities to fit
into your day as well. We focus on riding skills, including the
four natural aids, a good seat, confidence and all around horsemanship.
Riders Round-Up (3 Hours/Day)
Riders Round-Up is 3 hours of detailed riding lessons and
horse care every afternoon Monday-Friday. Riders Round-Up
also runs complementary to traditional summer camp.
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All Riders Welcome
Riders of all experience levels—from beginners
who previously only admired horses from afar, to
those advanced riders who practically live in the
saddle — choose from English &/or Western riding
disciplines. Lessons are customized to ensure each
rider continues to strengthen their equine
knowledge and advance their riding skills.
Highly Qualified Staff
Our Ranch Staff are selected based on their personal riding experience and accomplishments, as
well as on demonstrated ability to connect with
and instruct riders of all ages and abilities. Ranch
Staff typically have competitive riding experience
and/or have professionally trained horses.
Our Ranch Staff boasts one of the highest rates of
staff retention and includes many who participated
in Camp Speers riding programs in the past.
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DAY CAMP
Camp Speers Day Camp is open to ages 3-16 and is
offered from 9:00am-4:00pm each week. Our three
different programs within Day Camp allow for campers
to thrive age specific groups and activities. Each Day
Camp program offers a huge range of activities that
are proven to excite and engage our campers.
KINDER CAMP
Kinder Camp is available for our youngest campers
from Prek –Kindergarten. Groups have one Camp
Speers staff member for every 6 campers. This allows
our Kinder Campers to experience some of our favorite activities at their own pace.
Youth Camp
Campers grades 1-6 are placed in our Youth Camp.
Each Youth Camper is given the opportunity to choose
their own activities and hone their skills in each. Beginner and Advanced level activities, group games, and
camp overnights are offered to our Youth Campers.
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TEEN CAMP
Our Oldest Campers, grades 7-10, are
offered the chance to experience all of
our great camp programs while also experiencing one off-camp trip per week.
Off-camp trips may include: a river rafting trip, waterfall hikes, museum tours,
and baseball games, among many others.
Teen camp is a great way for each
camper to make friends while experiencing challenging and fun activities along
the way.
Before Care & After Care
We offer an extended pick-up and dropoff for an additional fee. Before care
starts is available starting at 7:00AM
and includes a breakfast for each camper in our Dining Hall. After care extends
pick-up to 6:00 PM and offers games
and activities for the campers while they
wait for pick-up. Registration for Before
and After Care added during the regular
camp registration.
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DATES AND RATES
DAY CAMP
OVERNIGHT CAMP
1 WEEK SESSION WILL BE OFFERED:
Session 1: June 28th - July 3rd
Session 5: August 16th - August 21st
Session 6: August 23rd - August 28th
2 WEEK SESSION WILL BE OFFERED:
Session 2: July 5th - July 17th
Session 3: July 19th - July 21st
Session 4: August 2nd - August 14th
PRICING:
One-Week Sessions Pricing
Tier 1: $975 - Tier 2: $900 - Tier 3: $825
Two-Week Sessions Pricing
Tier 1: $1,895 - Tier 2: $1,745 - Tier 3: $1,595
DATES:
Session 1: June 28 - July 3
Session 2: July 6 - July 10
Session 3: July 13 - July 17
Session 4: July 20 - July 24
Session 5: July 27 - July 31
Session 6: August 3 - August 7
Session 7: August 10 - August 14
Session 8: August 17 - August 21
Session 9: August 24 - August 28
PRICING:
Kinder Camp & Youth Camp:
Tier 1: $285 - Tier 2: $235 - Tier 3: $185
Teen Camp:
Tier 1: $325 - Tier 2: $275 - Tier 3: $225
HORSEBACK RIDING
1-HOUR PER DAY RIDING LESSONS:
Tier 1: $175 - Tier 2: $150 - Tier 3: $125
3-HOUR PER DAY RIDERS ROUND-UP:
Tier 1: $325 - Tier 2: $300 - Tier 3: $275
6-HOUR PER DAY HORSE LOVERS:
Tier 1: $495 - Tier 2: $445 - Tier 3: $395
All Horseback programs operate Monday - Friday.
Before Care: $55 per week (7AM-9AM)
After Care: $45 per week (4PM-6PM)
WHAT IS TIERED PRICING?
The Philadelphia Freedom Valley YMCA understands that families have different abilities to pay for summer camp. Camp provides one of the most valuable experiences in your child’s life, and we strive to make it attainable for all. Please choose the
payment tier you can afford. Your selection is confidential. Every camper experiences the same program and opportunities, regardless of the tier you select. TIER 1: Most Accurately reflects the true cost of camp for each camper, including but not limited to: staff, program, meals, facility maintenance and upkeep, utilities, insurance, equipment repair, overhead, and depreciation. TIER 2: Reflects the basic cost of camp for each camper, including food, staff, supplies and some maintenance. This is a
partially subsidized rate. TIER 3: Reflects the most basic cost of camp for each camper, including food, staff, and supplies. This
is a subsidized rate. TIER 4: A scholarship is made possible through donations to the Camp Speer's Annual Campaign.
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Camp After Summer
Family Camp: Experience Overnight Camp with the
whole family. Family Camp offers three days and
three nights of camp fun! Your family can join us on
Memorial Day Weekend, Labor Day Weekend, and Columbus Day Weekend.
Camp Weekends: Have a group that would love
to spend a weekend at camp this Fall or Spring? Give
us a call, we’ll schedule your activities and reserve
your cabins (570-828-2329).
Spring Fling: Visit us on the first Sunday of May
for a FREE day of fun at camp! Spring Fling is the perfect time to introduce your friends to Camp.
COME SEE FOR YOURSELF
Meet our staff, tour camp, and learn about our great
programs at one of our OPEN HOUSES.
We will be hosting Open Houses from 2PM-4PM Every
Sunday in April, May and June!
In the event these dates do not for you and your family, please call our office to schedule a personal camp
tour. 570-828-2329
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