....Memories for a Lifetime

Summer camp has been a long tradition at the Boothbay Region YMCA. For 28 years, YMCA summer camp was located at Back Narrows. Then, with the purchase of property on the Barters Island Road, camp moved to its new home with a new name, Camp Knickerbocker. This season will mark the 26th anniversary of Camp “K”. Change is always inevitable, but one thing doesn’t change; the special kind of summer experience each young person cherishes and carries with them throughout their life!

In addition to Camp K, the Boothbay Region YMCA offers several specialty camps...Critter Camp, Scamper Camp, Sport Camps, Adventure Camps, and 4 sessions of Y Arts Music Theatre Camp. The YMCA believes in giving families the option to explore new opportunities and therefore we welcome enrollment in Camp K one week or ten, or perhaps shake things up a bit and try a session of Music Theatre Camp (this one fills quickly), another week hiking and canoeing at Adventure Camp, or perhaps register for a sports camp where skills and teambuilding are taught. Outside of the great activities YMCA summer camps offer, camp is a place for kids to be kids. We like to laugh, sing, swim and have fun every second of every day.

NEW for 2010...our goal is to ensure all children are afforded the opportunity to go to camp. Therefore, in addition to offering financial subsidy for those who qualify, the YMCA has arranged a 6 month payment plan for those enrolling in camp. Beginning in March thru to August 2010, families can spread their total camp payment out rather than having to pay just during the summer months.

Through our Annual Camp Scholarship Drive and the generosity of friends of the YMCA, we offer financial assistance and support for families who quality. Please contact the YMCA Business Office at 633-2855 for assistance or if you’d like to inquire about sending a child to camp!

Camp registration is currently underway. You can register online at www.boothbayregionymca.org, thru the mail or at the YMCA Front Desk. And of course, If you have any questions about camp, please call the YMCA at (207) 633-2855.

2010 Session Dates:

Session l: June 21-June 25

Sesson 2: June 28-July 2

Session 3: July 5-July 9

Session 4: July 12-July 16

Session 5: July 19-July 23

Session 6: July 26-July 30

Session 7: Aug. 2-Aug. 6

Session 8: Aug.9- Aug. 13

Session 9: Aug. 16-Aug. 20

Session 10: Aug. 23- Aug. 27

Scamper

Critter Camp

Boys & Girls ages 3 & 4 (must be pottytrained to attend)

IDuring the summer, our YMCA Preschool program transforms into Critter Camp. Twice a week the children take swim lessons and enjoy free play in the pool. Mondays are spent at the YMCA Child Enrichment Center playing in the wading pools and sprinklers at our own playground. One day a week, the YMCA bus takes Critters to Camp Knickerbocker for the morning where the children swim, boat, play field games, do arts and crafts, play on the playground, and so much more. Another day a week is devoted to enjoying our beautiful ocean community – a beach, the aquarium, a trolley ride, the Railway Village, searching for crabs and sea glass, and perhaps a boat ride to a nearby island. Our low child/adult ratio and certified lifeguards at the pool and on the waterfront assure your child's safety and enjoyment. As with our school year programs, we will work with you to arrange the schedule that best meets the needs of your family during the busy summer months. Space is limited, so register early to avoid disappointment. Children may register for 1, 2, 3…..or all 10 weeks.

For more information, contact Meagan Hamblett, Child Care Enrichment Director

Scamper Camp

Boys & Girls ages 4 to 5 (Must be potty trained to attend)

Scamper Camp is a summer day camp program designed especially for young children (4-5 years old). As an extension of the YMCA's Early Childhood Enrichment program, it provides an exciting and developmentally appropriate experience for this age group. Staff is comprised of Pre Kindergarten teachers and experienced counselors. Highlights include summer days spent at Camp Knickerbocker, special theme weeks, swim lessons, boating, field games, traditional flag ceremonies, field trips, singing, arts and crafts and much more!

Scamper Camp is held at Camp Knickerbocker rain or shine! Much like Critter Camp, Parents can sign their child(ren) up for 1, 2, 3…… or all 10 weeks.

For more information, contact Meagan Hamblett, Child Care Enrichment Director

A typical day at Camp

The following mock schedule is meant to give you an idea of what a regular day at camp might be like for you. Remember, some activities like air rifle and archery are only for campers of a certain age. We also try to vary our offerings from time to time.

Playground in the morning time until 9:00 a.m.

9:00-9:15 a.m. Flagpole (be ready to sing your hearts out!)

9:20-10:05 a.m. Activity # 1 (archery to start our day)

10:10-10:55 a.m. Activity # 2 (let’s say it’s sports)

11:00-11:45 a.m. Activity # 3 (off to arts and crafts)

11:50-12:35 a.m. Lunch (yummy!)

12:40-1:25 p.m. Activity #4 (let’s go boating)

1:30-2:15 p.m. Activity # 5(time for swimming)

2:20-3:05 p.m. Activity #6 (playground)

3:10-3:45 p.m. CDA (Counselor Directed Activity)

3:45-4:00 p.m. Flagpole (day is done…more singing)

We also offer:

Sports Camps

Adventure Camps

Music Theatre Camp

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