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2010 Camp Information

No matter what your child's interests we've got a camp experience that they are sure to treasure for years to come. Each of our camps offer a unique opportunity for fun, learning and adventure. Our staff are motivated, experienced and ready to give your child a great summer camp experience. Camp Lyndon offers high and low angle challenge courses, archery, boating, arts and crafts, sports, games, team-building activities, drama, nature hikes, swim lessons, and much more in the beautiful 79 acre wooded setting on Lawrence Pond in Sandwich. Camp 132 offers a smaller, more intimate setting. Using our West Barnstable facility, campers swim in our pools, use our woods for hiking and picnics, do arts and crafts, sports and games, drama and weekly field trips. Take a tour during one of our Tours and Information Nights.

For over 100 years YMCAs have been providing enriching camp experiences for kids in America. We know how to give children a summer filled with opportunities to have fun, make friends, explore new interests, and learn about their world. Let your child discover how a Summer Camp experience with the YMCA Cape Cod "makes memories that enhance a lifetime."

Ages 5 - 10 by June 1, 2010

The following forms can be used for registering your child with Camp 132. You can download the files to your computer, print them out, complete them and either fax, mail or bring to our West Barnstable facility. You also may request that the forms be sent to you in the mail.

2010 Summer Camp Financial Aid Application
All 2010 Camp 132 Registration Forms
Summer Camp Employment Application
2010 Camp 132 Brochure
Summer Camp Emergency Information Form
Summer Camp Medical History Form
Summer Camp Food Service Eligibility Form
Parent Handbook 2010

Contact Information:
YMCA Cape Cod, Route 132, West Barnstable, MA
(508) 362-6500 x115; Fax: (508) 362-5379
Mailing Address: PO Box 188, W. Barnstable, MA 02668

Our focus on small group activities and recreational team-building allows for an interpersonal program with a strong sense of community at its foundation. Camp 132's dedicated staff assists each child in the development of socialization skills, self-respect and community awareness.

Campers have the opportunity to experience a wide variety of activities throughout the week including: arts & crafts, sports, nature and drama. We also include instructional and recreational swimming four days a week. As always, the YMCA includes curriculum centering on the four character values of Honesty, Respect, Responsibility and Caring. Campers can choose to participate in Family Nights or Overnights where we have a fire, toast marshmallows and tell stories. To top it off, we travel once a week to various destinations like water-parks and the Cape Cod National Seashore!

Highlights:

• Flexible Activities Schedule
• 2 Indoor Swimming Pools
• GAGA Pit Basketball Court
• Volleyball Court
• Weekly Field Trips
• Hiking Trails & Wooded Picnic Areas
• Multiple Child Discounts
• Overnight experience for ages 7-10 years old
• Theme Weeks
• Special Events

Programs Areas include:
Arts & Crafts, Drama, Music, Nature, Recreational and Instructional Swimming, Sport

Value Added Benefits:

• Instructional Swim Lessons
• Weekly Field Trips
• Themed Events
• Overnight Camp Experience
• Free Family Fun Nights

Overnights
Camp 132 - Ages 7 to 10
Camp 132 Unit 2 and 3 campers can spend an overnight at camp and participate in special activities such as: campfires, tent camping, swimming and more. Our overnight fee includes dinner, evening snack, light breakfast and lunch. Overnights are Thursdays on weeks 2, 4 & 6. Overnights are an additional fee of $30 per night, per camper. Permission slips will be available the week of each overnight.

*In the event of inclement weather, Overnights may be cancelled and rescheduled if possible.

Free Family Fun Nights At Camp 132:
Wednesdays 6:00 - 8:00PM,
July 14 (Week 3), July28 (Week 5) & Aug 11 (Week 7)
Camp 132 campers and their families are invited to join our Family Fun Nights at camp. These evenings include a sample of the camp activities, a light barbecue dinner and family open swim. Campers may bring 3 guests, including 1 adult.

Unit Breakdowns
Unit 1: Ages 5-6 * must be 5 by 6/1/10
Unit 2: Ages 7-8
Unit 3: Ages 9-10

Camp Hours of Operation:
Monday - Friday 9:00AM - 4:00PM
Drop-off begins at 8:45AM. Earlier drop-offs and late pick-ups require Extended Care registration. Additional fees apply.

Week Schedule:

Week	Dates
Week 1	June 28-July 2
Week 2	July 5-July 9
Week 3	July 12-July 16
Week 4	July 19-July 23
Week 5	July 26-July 30
Week 6	Aug. 2-Aug. 6
Week 7	Aug. 9-Aug. 13
Week 8	Aug. 16-Aug. 20
Week 1 - 8	June 28-Aug. 20

Tuition:
Family Members
$193.00 per week
$1,475.00 Seasonal rate

Tuition:
Non-Family Members
$206.00 per week
$1,570.00 Seasonal rate

Multiple Child Discounts are available.
Financial aid is available.

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Tours and Information Nights:

Camp Lyndon Tours

• Saturday, April 10, 10:00AM to 11:00AM
• Saturday, May 15, 10:00AM to 11:00AM
• Saturday, June 12, 10:00AM to 11:00 AM
• Wednesday, July 7, 10:00AM to 11:00 AM

Camp Lyndon Tours are located at 117 Stowe Rd, Sandwich MA 02563. Tours begin at 10:00AM sharp. Please be prompt so you can get a full tour.
If you cannot attend, please call Steven Wolfe at 508-428-9251 x208 to schedule a tour.
Email: swolfe@ymcacapecod.org

Camp 132 Tours

Camp 132 tours are located at 2245 Rte. 132, West Barnstable MA 02668. Bring the whole family to camp and join us in a tour of our facilities. The staff will answer questions and show you the available programs.

• Saturday, April 10, 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM
• Saturday, May 15, 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM
• Saturday, June 19, 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM
• Wednesday, July 7, 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM
• Wednesday, July 28, 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM

Tours begin at 10:00AM sharp. Please be prompt so you can get a full tour. If you cannot attend, please call Katherine Gordon at 508-362-6500 x115 to schedule a tour. Email: kgordon@ymcacapecod.org

Information Nights for ALL camps

We invite you and your children to join us at the YMCA Cape Cod’s West Barnstable facility for an information session outlining our Camp Lyndon and Camp 132 summer camp programs. The Directors will be available for a question and answer period on:

• Wednesday, February 10, 5:30 PM to 6:30 PM
• Thursday, March 18, 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM
• Tuesday, April 13, 5:30 PM to 6:30 PM
• Tuesday, May 18, 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM
• Thursday, June 10, 5:30 PM to 6:30 PM

All Information Night Meetings are located at 2245 Rte. 132, West Barnstable MA 02668.

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Outdoor ADVENTURE Club
Ages 9 to 14 years
Join us for an adventure! Hosted at our Camp Lyndon facility. The day will entail traditional camp activities such as archery, high & low ropes course, team-building games, sports games, and hiking, kayaking, canoeing and much more! Come enjoy our 80 acre playground and experience the magic of Camp Lyndon!

Daring Girls Club
Ages 10 to 14 years
Become a daring girl and challenge yourself physically and mentally. Girls work on team-building skills, low & high ropes course, hiking, sports games, archery, and canoeing. We will also focus on projects that include ecology, nature art, and conservation. A great opportunity to form new friendships!

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Camp Lyndon
Ages 4 - 16 by June 1, 2010

The following forms can be used for registering your child with Camp Lyndon. You can download the files to your computer, print them out, complete them and either fax, mail or bring to our West Barnstable facility. You also may request the forms be sent to you in the mail. These files are *.pdf files and you will need Adobe© Acrobat Reader to view them.

 

2010 Summer Camp Financial Aid Application
All 2010 Camp Lyndon Registration Forms
2010 Summer Camp Brochure
2010 Summer Camp Employment Application
CIT Program Application
2010 Camp Lyndon Bus Schedule
Summer Camp Emergency Information Form
Summer Camp Medical History Form
Summer Camp Food Service Eligibility Form
Parent Handbook 2010

Contact Information:
117 Stowe Road, Sandwich, MA
Phone:(508) 428-9251 x208
Fax: (508) 428-4795
Mailing Address: PO Box 188, W. Barnstable, MA 02668

Please direct billing inquiries to YMCA Cape Cod at 508-362-6500 x113 See our front desk at our West Barnstable facility for financial aid, or call 362-6500 x0 or 428-9251 x208 or x200

Camp Lyndon was founded in the spirit of family over 30 years ago. Named in memory of Lyndon Lorusso, Camp Lyndon has served as the center of many important YMCA programs for youth and families. Today Camp Lyndon helps the YMCA Cape Cod staff fulfill their mission to build strong kids, strong families and strong communities. Occupying 79 acres of pine woods with a freshwater lake front, Camp Lyndon offers a unique setting for a variety of traditional summer day camp activities.

Facility Highlights:

• 79 wooded acres on Lawrence Pond
• Archery Range
• Adventure Ropes Course with Climbing Areas & Zipline
• Organic Garden • Music Program
• Sand Volleyball Court
• Canoeing, Sailing & Kayaking
• Private Sandy Beach
• Arts & Crafts Center
• Ball Fields
• Basketball and 4-Square Court

Value Added Benefits:

• Free transportation provided from most Cape towns
• Special Pricing for YMCA family members
• Overnight experience for ages 8-16 years old
• Lunch Program and Extended Care available

YMCA Cape Cod Summer Camps
and Diamond’s Edge Farm Present
Horse Care and Riding Lessons At YMCA’s Camp Lyndon

Horse Care and Riding Lessons Brochure

Summer 2010 is a perfect time to welcome horse riding and animal care to YMCA Cape Cod Summer Camps! Through a wonderful new partnership with the West Barnstable based Diamond’s Edge Farm, Camp Lyndon now offers a specialty camp that takes experiential learning to the next level.

The horse care philosophies taught by Diamond’s Edge owner Brenda Tri and her teams of qualified instructors allow our campers to see horses as teachers and healers while learning safe handling and behavior techniques. Campers will learn all aspects of care and horsemanship including the importance of feeding, watering, habitat & tack care and of course, riding!

Working with horses teaches patience, improves self-esteem and relieves stress by providing physical exercise. It also teaches responsibility which fosters accountability and independence in the campers’ lives. Playing, grooming, grazing and riding all encourage the empathetic relationship between camper and animal while you gain respect, confidence and communication skills with your new friend!

This program is designed for registered Lyndon campers ages 8 to 16 to participate for 2 hours out of their camp day for the entire 2-week session during sessions B, C, and D. Cost is $150 per camper per session.

For more information, please contact Steven Wolfe at 508-428-9251 x208 or swolfe@ymcacapecod.org

Free Family Programming:
Free Family Fun Nights
Free Gram & Gramp Camp • Free Pamper Camp
Call 508-428-9251 for more details!

All New Kiddie Camp!
Half day options! Ages 4-5
Meets Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday from 9am to 1pm
Limited availability. Call the Camp Lyndon office for more info!

Way In The Woods:
Ages 4 and 5 (by June 1, 2010)

The Way in the Woods program offers pre-schoolers their own outdoor camping experience. YMCA trained staff work at a 1:5 ratio with campers in and around Camp Lyndon's great outdoors.

Explorers:
Ages 6 to 7 (by June 1, 2010)

Through daily experiences and activities, the Explorer Program encourages campers to accept and demonstrate caring, honesty, respect and responsibility in everything they do. These experiences will include songs, skits, arts and crafts, instructional and recreational swims, archery and nature skills, just to name a few.

Pioneers:
Ages 8 to 9 (by June 1, 2010)

Our Pioneers take our two-week camp program a step further by spending more time in a wider range of camp activities. Campers are encouraged to set new physical and learning goals and to explore new abilities and qualities in themselves. Camp Overnights are also part of the Pioneer experience.

Voyagers:
Ages 10 to 11 (by June 1, 2010)

Voyagers develop a sense of community, teamwork and ownership through individual and team challenges. Through these efforts we hope to provide a solid footing for the pre-teen years ahead. We give Voyagers the opportunity to select special-interest activities and encourage them to learn and demonstrate specific program-related skills.

Challenge Camp:
Ages 12 to 13 (by June 1, 2010)

Challenge Camp offers both adventure and unique opportunities during the camp day. Campers develop leadership skills and learn how to work within a group of diverse views and abilities. We challenge our campers through our ropes course and adventure-based programs. These activities blend traditional day camping with additional opportunities for individual and group development and growth.

LIT (Leaders-In-Training)
Ages 14 by June 1, 2010

The all-new Leaders In Training program is designed to keep the early teenage camper engaged and enjoying their summer camp experience. We deliver an exciting daily schedule that blends your kid's favorite traditional adventure based camp activities with a strong focus on ecology, community and environmental service projects around the camp property. This program is offered in two consecutive four week sessions. LIT Campers can choose to attend one or both sessions during the summer.

CIT (Counselor-In-Training)
Ages 15 & 16 by June 1, 2010

The Counselor-In-Training program meets the unique needs of today's teens. CITs participate in regular leadership training sessions with a trained YMCA supervisor which compliment their camp leadership responsibilities. Members of this group develop close friendships as they explore communications, group work, problem-solving, risk taking, decision-making, and the value of diverse perspectives. CITs are given the opportunity to participate in several voluntary community service projects throughout the summer.

CITs must apply, be interviewed and accepted before registering. All interested campers should call to schedule an interview at 508-428-9251. A CIT application can be downloaded here. Applications must be accompanied by a registration form.

WEEK SCHEDULE:

Sessions	Dates
Session A	June 28 - July 9
Session B	July 12 - July 23
Session C	July 26 - Aug 6
Session D	Aug 9 - Aug 20
Session E	Aug 23 - Sep 3

*Note: No mini camps this year

CAMP LYNDON TUITION:

Session	Weeks	Family Members	Non-Family Members
2 Week	A-E	$386	$412
10 Week	A-E	$1855	$1975
LIT I	6/28-7/23	$600	$600
LIT II	7/26-8/20	$600	$600
CIT 1st year	7/5-8/27	$500	$500
CIT 2nd year	7/5-8/27	$500	$500

 

FINANCIAL AID IS AVAILABLE:
ALL REGISTRATION FORMS AND FINANCIAL AID APPLICATIONS MUST BE ACCOMPANIED BY $50 DEPOSIT PER SESSION PER CHILD

Free Family Fun Nights At Camp Lyndon
Thursdays 6:00 - 8:00PM:
July 1, 15 & 29,
August 12, September 2, 2010

All children, parents, siblings, grandparents and friends are invited to join our Family Fun Nights at camp. Sample activities from our program areas include: archery, boating, ropes course, drama, a barbecue, and of course a campfire with s'mores.

Overnights:
Pioneer, Voyager and Challenge campers have the opportunity to spend an overnight at camp. Activities may include campfires, night hikes, tent camping, and other special events. Our Overnight fee includes dinner, s'mores, breakfast and a lunch. Overnights generally occur the second Thursday night of each 2 week session. Permission slips will be sent home weekly. There is an additional fee of $30 per overnight. You can also buy all 5 summer camp overnights for the price of 4, $120! Any changes in overnight schedules will be sent home in writing during the session.

Pamper Camp:
10:00AM - 12:00Noon

Hey toddlers, here's your chance to be at camp! Younger siblings of registered campers are invited to join us (with your parent or guardian) to explore fun camp activities and enjoy a light snack.

Gram & Gramp Camp:
12:00Noon - 2:00PM

All grandparents of registered campers are welcome to join us for our newly created Gram & Gramp Camp. Participants will have an opportunity to sample one of our program areas with their grandchildren and enjoy a barbecue on the shore of beautiful Lawrence Pond.