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March 27, 2015

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ADVENTURE
SUMMER CAMP 2015
OCTORARA YMCA PROGRAM CENTER www.ymcagbw.org
The YMCA of Greater Brandywine is proud to be an equal opportunity provider.

SUMMER
FUN, DISCOVERY
CAMP
AT
THE
Y!
AND ADVENTURE!
Get ready for a summer of

June 8 through
August 28

Lasting Memories, New Experiences, Best Friends

YMCA summer camps provide children with positive and fun experiences that
build confidence, new friendships and a feeling of community that will last
beyond the summer. Camp Octorara is accredited by the American Camping
Association (ACA) and Y staff go through rigorous training to ensure the
safety and positive experience of each child.
All camps focus on the Ys core values:

CARING HONESTY RESPECT RESPONSIBILITY

Camp Registration Begins
SUNDAY, JANUARY 18

CAMP REGISTRATION

Its easy to register for camp!

Online
Visit www.ymcagbw.org/camp for full details
on camp and registration.

In-Person
Download a registration packet at
www.ymcagbw.org/camp or visit your branch
to pick up registration forms. Complete the
form while youre at the Y, or return it at
your convenience.

By Mail
Download a registration packet at
www.ymcagbw.org/camp and mail it with
your camp deposit to: Octorara YMCA
Program Center, 104 Highland Road, Suite 1,
Atglen, PA 19310.

YMCA MEMBERSHIP NOT REQUIRED

Y Membership is not required to register for
summer camp.

Camp deposits

Camp deposits are due at the time of registration.

Traditional & Non-Speciality Camps:
$20 per week for members
$40 per week for non-members
No deposit is required for CCIS recipients.
Specialty Camps:
Select camps with limited enrollment require higher
deposit amounts to reserve placement. Contact
camp registration staff or register online to view
specialty camp deposits.

Camp payments

Families with two or more children signing up for

the same camp week receive 10% off the lowest
weekly fee. (Restrictions apply)

Were ready for another summer of

fun and adventure at the Octorara Y.
From sports and swimming to arts and teen leadership,
your child will discover a summer of exploration, new
friendships and new skills. Youll find camps designed to
engage your curious preschooler to your independent teen.

Camp Session Dates:

June 8 through August 28

REGISTER NOW!
KIDS LOVE THE
BRANDY OLYMPICS!
Every summer, campers
from all YMCA of Greater
Brandywine camps come
together for a day of fun,
friendly competition. Mark your calendars for
July 29 at a new and improved location:
The Upper Main Line YMCA in Berwyn.
Let the games begin!

SPARK TIME

Fun, extended camp time for your child

at no extra charge!
7:00 am to 9:00 am and 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm
Does your child love music, arts, sports?
The Ys SPARK TIME extended camp program
ignites your childs interests with before and after
camp activities designed to keep them intrigued,
active and having fun! Included with your camp fee.

Online Registration Payment Options:

Monthly credit card draft Full Payment
In-Person & Mail Payment Options:
Weekly credit/debit card draft Full Payment
All camp balances are due the Monday two weeks
prior to the start of your childs camp. A weekly credit
card draft is available for camp payment. Just fill
out the camp draft form and every Monday we
will charge your payment to your credit or debit
card. The form is available online: www.ymcagbw.org
or contact camp registration staff.

Financial Assistance

The Y is a non-profit charitable organization that

strengthens the foundations of our community.
Thanks to our communitys donations to the Ys
annual campaign, the Y offers financial assistance
for various programs and membership for those
unable to pay the full fees. Financial assistance
information is available at Member Services.

OCTORARA YMCA PROGRAM CENTER

Time for Reading Fun!

This year, were adding fun activities

to help keep your childs reading skills
on track. Kids will enjoy storyteller
visitors, poetry slams, joke books,
magazines and read a favorite book with a
buddy or independently.
Financial Assistance Available

Financial Assistance Available

610-593-9622 www.ymcagbw.org

CAMP OCTORARA

Entering grades 1-6

FAST FACTS

choose any or all of these

fun-filled theme weeks.
Super Heroes Unite
Week 1: June 8 to 12
Super Heroes have been called to unite at Octorara
City to help make sure nothing or no one can ruin
Camp Octo in 2015. All of your favorite heroes are
here to help with the fight! Will our heroes be able
to keep camp safe and sound for all campers?
They need your help, so make sure youre here to
join in the fun. Visitors: The Justice League

Across the Galaxy

Week 2: June 15 to 19
Grab your space gear as we travel across the galaxy!
We explore space through science experiments,
games and crafts. Its sure to be out of this world!
Field Trip: Lancaster Science Factory

Get a Clue
Week 3: June 22 to 26
Find your inner Detective! Track down clues and
help solve the camp wide mystery of Camp Octo.
Visitor: Officer Friendly

Circus Circus
Week 4: June 29 to July 3
The Circus is at Camp Octo. Enjoy a week under
the Big Top playing games, creating circus animals
and other adventures.
Visitor: The Amazing Spaghetti

OCTORARA YMCA PROGRAM CENTER

The Mighty Jungle

Week 5: July 6 to 10
Shh we are going to explore the jungle. What
will we find? Campers go on an adventure
through the jungle to help save the animals in
the wild! Trip: Plumpton Park Zoo

BRANDY Olympics
Week 6: July 13 to 17
Around the world in 5 crazy days. Fun and ridiculous
competitive events including color wars await Camp
Octos 5th annual summer Olympics. Activity:
Brandy Olympics

Quest for the Underwater City

Week 7: July 20 to 24
Search for the lost city of Atlantis this week to
save this mythological city from the creatures
of the deep. Does a Shark sleep? Is an octopus a
fish? These are just a few questions we answer
on our quest to save the Underwater City from
destruction! Activity: Water Slide

Gaming World Unleashed

Week 8: July 27 to July 31
Your favorite virtual characters have been brought
to life and are at Camp Octo to enjoy the summer
and have a great time. However, not all the
characters that have come to life are good. Help
friends Mario, Luigi, Mega Man, Pokmon, and
more as they try to save camp from evildoers.
Activity: Obstacle Course
Financial Assistance Available

Pirates of Brandywine
Week 9: August 3 to 7
Captain Blackbeard buried his treasure at Camp
Octo many years ago but has lost the map to
reclaim it. Join the journey with his crew through
caves, swamps, and sea battles in a race against
other pirates and the Navy to find the treasure.
Trip: Wolfs Hollow

Story Book Adventure

Week 10: August 10 to 14
The Evil Queen and her henchman have taken
control of Camp Octos enchanted playground
and banished music. Come join this musical
adventure as the campers help win over the Evil
Queen and take back the playground. Activity:
Camp Octo Variety Show

Blast from the Past

Week 11: August 17 to 21
Help us find our way back to Camp when we get
lost in the past. Explore different traditions from
the past as we travel through the 60s, 70s,
80s and 90s. There will be plenty to do as we
experience tye die, crazy hair contests, DJ parties
and more. Activity: Era Wear Contest

FULL-DAY OPTIONS
5-Day, Full-Day Camp: Monday-Friday
9:00 am-4:00 pm: $205/week
3-Day, Full-Day Camp: Mon/Wed/Fri
9:00 am-4:00 pm: $150/week
HALF-DAY OPTIONS
5-Day, Half-Day Camp: Monday-Friday
9:00 am-Noon or 1:00-4:00 pm: $130/week
3-Day, Half-Day Camp: Mon/Wed/Fri
9:00 am-Noon or 1:00-4:00 pm: $100/week
FREE Extended Camp Time for all options:
7:00-9:00 am and 4:00-6:00 pm
Location: Octorara Elementary School

OCTORARA School
District Extended Camp
Create a full-day, Monday through Friday
Camp experience for your child attending
the Octorara School District Reading Camp.
Monday through Thursday your child will be
transported to the Y and participate in the
exciting Octorara Camp from 1:00-6:00 pm.
On Fridays, your child will participate all day
in our camp from 7:00 am-6:00 pm. See all
the exciting themes our camp offers weekly.
Fee: $160

Fiesta Week
Week 12: August 24 to 28
A week full of fun and celebration as we flash back
for some memorable camp repeats. Activity:
Fiesta Picnic & Moon Bounce
Financial Assistance Available

Contact Us:
Your Camp Octorara
contact is Janet Kabakjian,
610-593-9622, ext. 2701,
or jkabakjian@ymcagbw.org.
610-593-9622 www.ymcagbw.org

PRESCHOOL CAMP DISCOVERY

TEEN CAMPS

WEEKLY CAMPS

YMCA Summer Camps are a great place to become a teen leader!

Ages 3 to Pre-K (entering kindergarten)

Super Heroes Unite

Week 1: June 8 to 12
Super Heroes have been
called to unite at Octorara
City to help make sure
nothing or no one can ruin
Camp Octo in 2015. All of
your favorite heroes are
here to help with the fight! Will our heroes be able
to keep camp safe and sound for all campers?
They need your help, so make sure youre here to
join in the fun. Visitors: The Justice League

Across the Galaxy

Week 2: June 15 to 19
Grab your space gear as we travel across the galaxy!
We explore space through science experiments,
games and crafts. Its sure to be out of this world!
Activity: Moon Bounce

Get a Clue
Week 3: June 22 to 26
Find your inner Detective! Track down clues and
help solve the camp wide mystery of Camp Octorara.
Visitor: Officer Friendly

Circus Circus
Week 4: June 29 to July 3
The Circus is at Camp Octo! Campers enjoy a
week under the Big Top playing games, creating
circus animals and other adventures.
Visitor: The Amazing Spaghetti

The Mighty Jungle

Week 5: July 6 to 10
Shh we are going to explore the jungle. What
will we find? Go on an adventure through the
jungle to help save the animals in the wild!
Trip: Plumpton Park Zoo

Dino Olympics
Week 6: July 13 to 17
Around the world in 5 crazy days. Fun and ridiculous
competitive events including color wars await Camp
Octos 5th annual summer Dino Olympics.
Activity: Dino Olympics

Quest for the Underwater City

Week 7: July 20 to 24
Search for the lost city of Atlantis this week to save
this mythological city from the creatures of the deep.
Does a Shark sleep? Is an octopus a fish? These
are just a few questions we answer on our quest
to save the Underwater City from destruction!
Activity: Water Slide

OCTORARA YMCA PROGRAM CENTER

Wild West Week

Week 8: July 27 to July 31
Howdy Partner! Saddle up and come join the round
up as we create potato brands and ride off into the
camp day to find out, Who poisoned the water hole?
Activity: Obstacle Course

Pirates of Brandywine
Week 9: August 3 to 7
Captain Blackbeard buried his treasure at Camp
Octo many years ago but has lost the map to
reclaim it. Join the journey with his crew through
caves, swamps, and sea battles in a race against
other pirates and the Navy to find the treasure.
Activity: Story Teller

Story Book Adventure

Week 10: August 10 to 14
The Evil Queen and her henchmen have taken
control of Camp Octos enchanted playground
and banished music. Come join this musical
adventure as the campers help win over the Evil
Queen and take back the playground.
Activity: Camp Octo Variety Show

Entering grades 7 through 9

Teens have great potential for leading others in ways that can have an incredible impact.! Our three
leadership development programs harness that potential through experiential learning and doing.
These programs are geared for teens who are highly motivated, ready to work AND play hard, and who
demonstrate the additional responsibilities in accepting the challenges of leadership!

Leaders-In-Training (LIT)
Entering grades 7 and 8
Weeks 1 through 10: June 8 to August 14
Leaders-in-Training (LIT) is a weekly camp for
younger teens who are ready for more than the
traditional camp setting. LITs work closely with
peers to develop communication, team work, goal
setting, trust, decision making, organization and
problem solving skills, as well as teen-oriented
activities that are not available to other campers.
Fun, traditional camp activities are part of each
weekly schedule.
LIT Program (weekly session)
Member: $195

Blast from the Past

Week 11: August 17 to 21
Help us find our way back to Camp when we get
lost in the past. Explore different traditions from
the past as we travel through the 60s, 70s, 80s
and 90s. Theres plenty to do as we experience
tye die, crazy hair contests, DJ parties and more.
Activity: Era Wear Contest

Fiesta Week

FAST FACTS

HALF-DAY OPTIONS
5-Day, Half-Day Camp: Monday-Friday
9:00 am-Noon or 1:00-4:00 pm: $130/week
3-Day, Half-Day Camp: Mon/Wed/Fri
9:00 am-Noon or 1:00-4:00 pm: $100/week
FREE Extended Camp Time for all options:
7:00-9:00 am and 4:00-6:00 pm
Location: Octorara Elementary School

Financial Assistance Available

Entering grades 8 and 9

COURSE WORK (CIT)

Weeks 1 and 2: June 8-19

or Weeks 3 and 4: June 22-July 3
This two-week program is for teens that are
passionate about building upon their general
leadership skills. The program prepares teens
for CIT Field Work. This skill based experience
teaches teens how to be positive role models
and leaders in our community through this camp
experience. CITs are mentored by Y staff with a
special emphasis on leadership, communication,
teamwork, listening, public speaking and conflict
resolution skill building. CITs also receive CPR
and First Aid Training. Upon completion of this
program Teens may apply for CIT fieldwork which
will make them eligible for paid employment
through our Junior Counselors (JC) Program.
Member: $450

FIELD WORK (CIT)

Week 12: August 24 to 28

A week full of fun and celebration as we flash back
for some memorable camp repeats.
Activity: Fiesta Picnic & Moon Bounce

FULL-DAY OPTIONS
5-Day, Full-Day Camp: Monday-Friday
9:00 am-4:00 pm: $205/week
3-Day, Full-Day Camp: Mon/Wed/Fri
9:00 am-4:00 pm: $150/week

Counselors-In-Training (CIT)

Teen CAMPS fast facts

9:00 am to 4:00 pm
Early drop-off or late pick-up is FREE
for Teen Leadership Programs
7:00 to 9:00 am & 4:00 to 6:00 pm

Weeks 1 through 10: June 8 to August 14

Course Work IS A PREREQUISITE
(CITs who completed Coursework last year are
also eligible for Field Work)
Interacting with campers as a role model requires
maturity. The Field Work program provides CITs
the opportunity to use the skills they learned in
Course Work in the Camp environment. Teens
will experience the rewards of working with the
YMCAs incredible staff team as they practice
skills that will prepare them for paid employment.
Participants are carefully selected based on an
application process that includes a face to face
interview and 3 references, so apply early to
ensure your participation.
Member: $126

Contact Us: Your Camp

Discovery and Teen Camps
contact is Janet Kabakjian,
610-593-9622, ext. 2701,
or jkabakjian@ymcagbw.org.

Financial Assistance Available

610-593-9622 www.ymcagbw.org

Full & Half-Day Camps:

June 8 to August 28

OCTORARA YMCA SUMMER CAMP 2015

www.ymcagbw.org

104 Highland Road, Suite 1

Atglen, PA 19310

YMCA OF GREATER BRANDYWINE

OCTORARA PROGRAM CENTER

Lasting Memories, New Experiences, Best Friends

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BEST SUMMER EVER!