Summer Day Camp Programs LANCASTER FAMILY YMCA

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SUMMER
Summer Day Camp Programs
LANCASTER FAMILY YMCA
Summer 2015
June 29 – September 4, 2015
EARLY BIRD CAMP REGISTRATION
January 1 – February 28
Sign your child up for a summer full
of fun during our Early Bird Camp
Registration. A $10 deposit per week
per camper secures your child’s spot
at one of our Day Camp programs.
Children can also earn their way to
camp through the Y’s Camp Candy
Sale.
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WILLIAM ST. DAY CAMP
Address/Hours
Located at the William St. School (5201 William St.,
Lancaster, NY 14086)
Leaders in Training
Ages 1212-13 years
Program opens at 7:00am
Program closes at 6:00pm
LITs help plan and participate in a variety of ageappropriate camp activities and take part in additional
activities and field trips focusing on effective leadership
traits. Teens are encouraged to commit to a sevenweek program.
Young Explorers
Counselors in Training
Ages 3-5 years
This camp is carefully designed to meet the emotional
and physical needs of preschoolers. Your child can look
forward to swimming, gym time, creative projects,
storytelling, rest time, field trips, and lots of fun!
*Children must be fully potty trained
Ages 14-15 years
This program is for teens interested in gaining practical
experience working with young children. It is designed
to prepare participants for positions as camp
counselors. CITs work closely alongside our camp
counselors, helping to plan and lead activities for the
campers.
Day Camp
Ages 5-11 years (if starting first grade in Fall)
YMCA Day Camp is geared for fun, exploration, and
adventure! Day campers are broken out into age
specific groups to ensure all activities are geared
toward their specific interests and abilities. Activities
include swimming, nature study, arts & crafts, group
games, field trips and more.
Travel Camp
Travel Camp is offered 8/31/15-9/4/15 and runs out of
the William St. School. Campers travel to different field
trips on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday.
Field Trip Information
Week #
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
(Travel
Camp)
Date
Location
7/1/15
Parent Potluck
7/10/15 Camp Tahigwa
7/16/15 Camp Weona
7/24/15 Lancaster Lanes
7/31/15 Darien Lake State Park
8/7/15
Rainbow Rink
8/13/15 Bisons Game
8/21/15 Evangola State Park
8/28/15 Animal Adventures
8/31/15 Camp Tahigwa
9/1/15
Beaver Island State Park
9/2/15
Eggert Rd. Program Center
9/3/15
Lancaster Lanes &Como Park
9/4/15
Darien Lake State Park
*Field Trip subject to change
Rev. 4/25/15
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WILLIAM ST. SPORTS CAMP
Located at the William St. School
5201 William St., Lancaster, NY 14086
Program opens at 7:00am
Program closes at 6:00pm
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The William St. Sports Camp will attend the
same field trips as the William St. Day Camp.
Campers will also have the opportunity to
participate in other camp activities, such as
swimming, on a daily basis
Weekly Sports
Week
Week 1
(7/6-7/10)
Week 2
(7/13-7/17)
Week 3
(7/20-7/24)
Week 4
(7/27-7/31)
Sports
Basketball/
Baseball
Football/
Lacrosse
Hockey/
Basketball
Soccer/
Football
Week
Week 5
(8/3-8/7)
Week 6
(8/10-8/14)
Week 7
(8/17-8/21)
Week 8
(8/24-8/28)
Sports
Lacrosse/
Baseball
Soccer/
Hockey
Basketball/
Baseball
Football/
Lacrosse
MOUNTAIN BIKING CAMP (@ CAMP TAHIGWA)
Ages 8-13 years
Basic mountain biking skills and techniques are taught
in a safe and fun environment at Camp Tahigwa.
Campers bike through our nature trails nestled in the
woods. The program also provides campers access to
other outdoor activities such as swimming, canoeing,
and archery. Bicycle and helmet are provided.
What to bring to camp:
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Filled water bottles
Swim suit & towel
Sneakers & socks
Change of clothes
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Sunscreen
Bug spray (Deet Free)
Bagged lunch
Please remember we are outside the majority
of the day so plan accordingly!
EARN YOUR WAY TO CAMP CANDY SALE (January 5 – July3)
A fun and easy way for families to offset the costs of summer camp! Each candy bar sells for
$1.00 with 50 cents from each sale credited towards the camper’s session fees. For more
information, please speak to a staff member.
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CAMP TAHIGWA
YMCA Camp Tahigwa is the ideal environment for
children who love the great outdoors. Camp
Tahigwa is located in Corfu, NY, and is easily
accessible as we offer six different pick-up and
drop-off locations for bus transportation to camp.
Camp Tahigwa Open House
Day Camp (Ages 5-11)
LIT (Ages 12-13)
May 16 & June 6, 2015 10:00am-12:00pm
Check us out during a 30-minute guided tour.
Located at 2432 Richley Rd., Corfu, NY 14036.
YMCA Day Camp is geared for fun, exploration, and
adventure! Day campers are broken out into age
specific groups to ensure all activities are geared toward
their specific interests and abilities. Activities include
swimming, nature study, arts & crafts, group games,
and more.
Oaks: Ages 5 & 6
Pines: Ages 7 & 8
Redwoods: Ages 9 & 10
Maples: Ages 11
This challenging program offers endless rewards through
new friendships, an increased self-awareness and self
esteem, and new interests.
Campers participate in a daily schedule that
includes swimming, hiking, arts & crafts,
athletics, canoeing, archery, low ropes courses,
and so much more!
Afternoon elective options are available for
campers to “specialize” in their favorite activities
or work on developing new skills.
What to bring to camp:
CIT (Ages 14-15)
This program is designed to prepare participants for
positions as camp counselors. CITs work closely
alongside camp counselors helping to plan and lead
activities for younger campers.
Filled water bottles
Swim suit & towel
Sneakers & socks
Change of clothes
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Sunscreen
Bug spray (Deet Free)
Bagged lunch
Please remember we are outside the majority
of the day so plan accordingly!
Camp Tahigwa Bussing Schedule
Bus
Location
AM
PM
Notes
Bus #1
Extended care for this
bus is offered at the
Independent Health
YMCA
Bus #2
Extended care for this
bus is offered at the
William St. School
Independent Health
Family YMCA
8:00
4:50
150 Tech Dr.,
Williamsville, 14221
Clarence High School
8:20
4:30
9625 Main St.,
Clarence, 14031
William Street School
7:55
4:55
5201 William St.,
Lancaster, 14086
Alden Primary School
8:20
4:30
Cheektowaga High
School
St. Leo the Great School
8:10
5:00
7:45
5:30
11197 Broadway,
Alden, 14004
3600 Union Rd.,
Cheektowaga, 14225
903 Sweet Home Rd.,
Amherst, 14226
Bus #3
Extended care for this
bus is offered at the
St. Leo the Great
School
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