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HELLO SUMMER!The Y in Central Maryland

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FOR A BETTER USIf there’s one thing that unites us all, it’s our children. We all want them to feel safe, happy and loved. We all want to give them opportunities to learn, grow and experiment. At Y Camp, children from all walks of life are given these opportunities to make new friends, develop new skills, learn about character, and basically be the happiest and healthiest kids they can be.

Summer at the Y inspires well-balanced, healthy youth development. Discovery of untapped skills and potential, recognizing new achievements, and sharing these experiences with new friends who maybe don’t go to your school, helps to expand horizons and creates a sense of belonging and

community for all children.

The Y. For a better summer. For a better camper. For a better us.

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SUMMER STARTS HERE!Page 3 How to Save on Y Camp

Page 4 Beyond Summer

Page 5 Weekly Themes

Page 6-8 Traditional Day Camps & Add-ons

Page 9 Travel Camps

Page 10 Teen Camps

Page 11-13 Sports, Creative & Science Camps

Page 14-15 Camp Hashawha

Page 16-19 Camp Spencer and Camp Puh’tok

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0-23 Camp Schedules

Page 24 Camp Locations

Page 25 Online Registration

Page 26-27 Need to Know Info

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TO QUALIFY FOR MEMBER RATES: The child you are registering must have, and maintain, an active Y membership at the time of registration and through the camp sessions. For family membership holders, the membership must be in the name of the parent/guardian registering the child.

Y members always pay the lowest rate for Y Camp, on average as low as $62 less per week than the general public. That’s a savings of up to $620 over the entire summer. The savings are undeniable! For example:

• Register for three weeks of camp at the member rate and save $186. • Register for seven weeks of camp, save $434.

Y members get full year-round access to all Y Centers including exercise classes, the best equipment, Stay & Play for kids, family events, pools, rock walls, youth fitness programs, teen clubs, and more—ALL INCLUDED! Members also get reduced rates on Y swim lessons and youth sports. Plus, you never have to sign a long-term contract.

The savings only grows if you sign up two or more campers and/or take advantage of our early bird savings.

A family membership is $91/month for your entire family—up to four adults and all dependent children under age 25 in your household!

Join the Y, save big on Y Camp and enjoy year-round healthy, family fun!

Y CAMP FOR ALLWithout a doubt, Y Camp is still one of the lowest cost, accredited camps in Maryland! That’s because we believe in making quality camp experiences accessible to all.

EARLY BIRD SAVINGS Register for Y Camp by February 26th and get 5% off of your camp weeks and 75% off the registration fee— A SAVINGS OF UP TO $162 PER CAMPER! See page 25 for promo codes and special registration dates.

Every year, hundreds of low income families across Central Maryland are in need of financial assistance in order to

send their children to Y Camp.

The Y’s Send a Kid to Camp campaign raises funds to provide financial assistance to families

who want to give their children a safe, enriching summer, but due to financial hardship, cannot afford to do so. Please give if you can. Donate at ymaryland.org.

Give today at ymaryland.org. Thank you!


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BEFORE AND AFTER SCHOOL ENRICHMENTY Before & After School Enrichment programs are conveniently available in over 40 elementary schools in Baltimore City and Anne Arundel, Baltimore, Carroll, and Harford Counties. For a complete school list, go to yafterschoolcare.org.

OUR APPROACHY Before & After School Enrichment gives children a fun, healthy balance to the school day where they have lots of choices and opportunities to discover new talents and interests—kinda like camp! Children go home happy, ready to rest and prepared for the next day.

Our program features our exclusive iDiscover program, a hands-on series that puts a unique and unexpected spin on traditional school topics through fun new learning activities like Builders Lab, iDetective, Mad Scientist, Adventures of the Travelling Suitcase, Music Mania, Li’l Chefs, and more. Other activities include:

• Daily homework time

• Strategy games, STEM, art, sports, reading, imaginative play

• Thirty minutes of daily physical activity and exercise

• Healthy snacks

• Special guest visits

REGISTER TODAYNow registering for the current school year and the 2018/2019 school year! Sign up today at YAFTERSCHOOLCARE.ORG. For more information, visit ymaryland.org or contact our Customer Service office at [email protected].

BEYOND SUMMERChances are, if your child participates in summer camp, they’re probably in school the rest of the year (just a hunch!). Good news! The Y provides year-round, enriching programs for your kids!


WEEKLY CAMP THEMES

* All Y Day Camps closed on July 4th. ** Activities may be modified based on enrollment.

SNEAK PEEK June 11 - June 15 Summer Sneak Peek** WEEK 1 June 18 - June 22 Y Camp’s Got Talent WEEK 2 June 25 - June 29 Super Hero Summer WEEK 3 July 2 - July 6* From Sea to Shining Sea WEEK 4 July 9 - July 13 90’s Throwback WEEK 5 July 16 - July 20 International Carnivale WEEK 6 July 23 - July 27 Jaws, Claws, Talons & Paws WEEK 7 July 30 - Aug 3 Splish Splash WEEK 8 Aug 6 - Aug 10 Once Upon a Time WEEK 9 Aug 13 - Aug 17 American Ninja Camper WEEK 10 Aug 20 - Aug 24 Space is the Place LAST BLAST Aug 27 - Aug 31 Last Blast of Summer

Pre-Camp Extended Hours (7am – 9am; no additional cost!)

“After Dad signed me in at the parent table, I made friendship bracelets with Miss Alex and we shared our favorite knock-knock jokes with the group. When more campers arrived, we played a game of kickball.”

Morning Activities (9am – 12pm)

“It’s time for Opening Rally! That’s when we stretch, listen to announcements, sing camp songs and do the Y Camp Cheer. It’s an energizing way to start our day and our counselors are super silly!”

“Today my group went for a nature hike in the woods. We talked about how we can be good friends to nature and played “I Spy” to learn about different kinds of plants!”

“At Creation Station, we made sock

puppets. My friends and I acted out a

sock puppet skit for our counselors. They were laughing

so hard! And whoo-hoo! Today is one of my SWIM DAYS!”

Lunch (12pm – 1pm)

“Mom packed me a delicious sandwich for lunch, and the juice box she stuck in the freezer last night was just like a slushy!”

Afternoon Activities (1pm – 4pm)

“During Fit Games, we raced each other through an obstacle course and Miss Stephanie taught us about healthy snacks that taste great and help keep our bodies strong. A little later we rested under a big shady tree to do some reading and journaling, and in Science Club, we learned how to make our own balloon rockets!”

Post-Camp Extended Hours (4pm – 6pm; no additional cost!)

“Mr. James taught me us how to play checkers and my friend showed me a magic trick. I can’t wait to show Grandpa! Dad picked me up and signed me out. I can’t wait to come back tomorrow!”

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THE EXPERIENCEAt Y Camp, we help children recognize their talents, build confidence, make lifelong friendships, learn new skills and understand the importance of living a healthy, active life. We provide fantastic hands-on fun, rooted in the Y’s core values of caring, honesty, respect and responsibility. We achieve this through...

� Songs and Games� Y Fit-n-Fun� Character Development� Creative Arts� Water Play

� Science Experiments� Spirit Traditions � Silly Skits� Sports� Swimming

Y Camp includes FREE morning and afternoon extended hours from 7am-6pm (because we know it’s a lifesaver for parents!)

Our “Great Outdoors” camps offer unique

experiences in beautiful, outdoor, natural

settings that stimulate the senses and inspire

wonder! Children experience the natural world

through nature hikes, arts and crafts, science

and environmental exploration, archery, nature

journaling, and countless other unique camp

experiences that culminate into adventure and

excitement that can only occur in these special

natural environments.

Activities vary by location. Whippoorwill

settings include endless outdoor water

fun like swimming, canoeing, crabbing

and fishing.

“Great Outdoors” camp locations:� Camp Ilchester, Ellicott City

� Camp Whippoorwill, Pasadena

Great Outdoors Weekly Rates*

Member Rate $215

Open Rate $273

Transportation fee: $30-40/wk, varies by routeNon-refundable

*Includes non-refundable $25 deposit

Camp Whippoorwill Transportation

Great Outdoors Camp (GO)(entering grades K-6)

PICK-UP DROP-OFF

Shipley’s Choice Elem. 7:30am 5:30pm

Southgate Elem. 7:50am 5:10pm

Y in Pasadena 8:30am 4:45pm


The Lodge Weekly Rates*

Member Rate $202

Open Rate $268

Activity Central Camp (AC) (entering grades K-6)

Capture the essence of traditional camp in our “Activity Central” camps! Filled

with adventure and fun, these camps provide a variety of activities campers crave,

including water games, arts & crafts, friendly competitions, science experiments,

group sports, weekly swimming, and more! Some camp locations rotate indoors for

activities such as basketball in the gym and yoga in the multi-purpose room.

“Activity Central” camp locations:

The Lodge Camp (TL)(entering grades K-6)

“The Lodge” camp locations:� The Highlands School, Bel Air

(mainly indoor camp)

� St. John’s Parish Day School, Ellicott City (mainly outdoor camp)

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“The Lodge” camps introduce children to our timeless

Y traditions like daily rallies, talent shows and our four

core values of caring, honesty, respect and responsibility.

Campers experience a variety of indoor and outdoor

activities including crafts, science projects, games, reading/

journaling, sports, skits and more. Weekly swim opportunities

and themed special events or special guests are included.



Activity Central Weekly Rates*

Member Rate $208

Open Rate $270

�Y in Ellicott City (Dancel)

�Y in Westminster (Hill)

�Y in Parkville

�Y in Catonsville

�Y in Towson (Orokawa)

�Y in Abingdon (Ward)

�Y in Waverly (Weinberg)

�Y in Arnold�Y in Pasadena

Summer at the Y in Arnold includes a trip to Camp Whippoorwill twice a week for outdoor adventure for grades 1-6. Activity Central camps at the Y in Pasadena includes swim lessons!

Activity Central Weekly Rates* Y in Arnold & Pasadena

Member Rate $223

Open Rate $285

The Highlands School Transportation

Transportation fee: $20/wkNon-refundable

Transportation fee: $40/wk Non-refundable

The Y in Arnold Transportation

Transportation for the Y in Pasadena is available through the Camp Whippoorwill transportation routes (see page 6).

Other Annapolis area stops will be announced. Please check ymaryland.org.

PICK-UP DROP-OFF

The Y in Abindgon (Ward)

7:45am 5:00pm

PICK-UP DROP-OFF

Monarch Academy in Annapolis

8:15am 4:50pm

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Camp add-ons are only available to campers

participating in traditional camp. When

registering for camp add-ons, you must select

the traditional camp week that includes the

name of the add-on you want. For example,

Week 5 Traditional Camp with Rock Wall

Add-on. Use the Y Camp schedule on pages

20-23 for add-on options and availability.

Rock Wall Add-on (RW, entering grades 1-6)If you’re a thrill seeker or you just love a good challenge, this traditional camp add-on is right for you! Learn basic climbing techniques while being challenged with drills and games. We focus on safety and proper climbing skills. As you improve your technique, you’ll progress to the next climbing level. Can you get through all of the levels?

Rock Wall Add-on Weekly Rates*

Member Rate $55

Open Rate $100

*In addition to the traditional camp rate

Swim Lesson Add-on Weekly Rates*

Member Rate $55

Open Rate $100


Swim Lesson Add-on (SL, entering grades 1-6)

We believe learning how to swim and being safe in the water go hand-in-hand. This traditional camp add-on covers both. Campers receive swim lesson instruction by a certified instructor. Skill check cards and progress feedback will be given at the end of each week.

Sports Add-on (entering grades 1-6)Show some love for your favorite sport! Register for this traditional camp add-on and improve your skills while having fun! Sports add-ons are designed to teach sports skills, fair play, teamwork and sportsmanship. All skill levels welcome!

Soccer (SC) Improve your soccer skills with drills and games.

Basketball (BB) Improve your basketball skills including dribbling, passing and shooting.

Flag Football (FF) Rotate through stations as you work on football skills and conditioning.

Sports Mix (SMA) Enjoy a mashup of all your favorites including soccer, basketball, flag football, and more!

Sports Add-on Weekly Rates*

Member Rate $29

Open Rate $54


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Camp add-ons are daily activity choices that can be added to your traditional camp day.

CAMP ADD-ONS

Dance Add-on (D, entering grades 1-6) You’ll be able to command the dance floor after taking this camp add-on! Get your body moving and your toes tapping with new steps, new styles and new friends!

Dance Add-on Weekly Rates*

Member Rate $55

Open Rate $100



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A Adventurers Entering grades 7-10 (ages 12-15)

Join the adventure while visiting exciting destinations! Travel off site three days a week to destinations like laser tag, mini golf, ice cream factories, water parks, museum tours, local state parks, community service projects, and more.

Explorers Weekly Rates*

Member Rate $246

Open Rate $304

Adventurers Weekly Rates*

Member Rate $275

Open Rate $328

Explorers Entering grades 4-6 (ages 9-11) Enjoy all the highlights of traditional camp, plus travel off site twice a week to local destinations like the movies, bowling, skating, mini golf, museums, and more.

E A TRAVEL CAMPS

TRAVEL CAMPS: for those who love a good day trip! Most trips take place between 9am – 4pm, but some may require departure as early as 8am and return as late as 6pm. Rates include trips, transportation and admission fees. Opportunities to purchase food and souvenirs may be available. (See Camp Parent Manual)




C N TEEN LEADERSHIP CAMPS

N Navigators Entering grades 7-9 (ages 12-14) This revamped program is service oriented where campers learn skills centered around community development in preparation for their first work positions. Campers will work as a team to accomplish service projects at Y Centers and the surrounding community under the supervision of a service leader with the opportunity to earn service learning hours for school graduation requirements.

Navigators Weekly Rates*

Member Rate $138

Open Rate $206


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Counselor in Training Entering grades 10-11 (ages 15-17)

Counselor in Training (CIT) camp is for campers who are interested in learning real life job skills and leadership development. Campers must apply for CIT camp and are selected after an interview process. Campers must be able to commit to 5 weeks of camp, which includes one week of training to be completed by July 20th. Participation does not guarantee future employment with the Y.


Counselor in Training One-Time Rate*

Member Rate $50

Open Rate $75

TEEN LEADERSHIP CAMPS

The name says it all! Teens will build quality leadership skills and learn how

to effectively work with others in our

leadership camps.


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Campers will enjoy a bundle of sports activities. Choose the full day option that suits you best and get ready for an amazing summer! Sports camps do not include swimming.

Sports Camp Weekly Rates*

Member Rate $224

Open Rate $276

SPORTS CAMPS(entering grades 1–6)


Soccer (SO, entering grades 1-3, 4-6) Learn the fundamentals of soccer as well as the importance of teamwork. Experience the game by playing different positions. Work on footwork to improve your game.

Nothing But Net (NN, entering grades 1-3, 4-6) If it involves a net, you’re playing it! Learn and play traditional and unique versions of net sports including basketball, soccer, volleyball, badminton, pickleball and more.

Basketball (BK, entering grades 1-3, 4-6) Campers will improve their dribbling, passing, shooting, defense, and offense skills. Play scrimmages and games in a friendly and fun environment.

Sports Mix (SM, entering grades 1-3, 4-6) Play all of our original Sports Mix offerings that campers love! Soccer, basketball, floor hockey, lacrosse and more round out your week of games and activities.

Art Mix (AX) (entering grades 1-3, 4-6) Create, invent and make art that is personal and expressive! Dabble in a little bit of everything as you learn new drawing, painting, sculpting, collage, and mixed media techniques every day!

Curtain Call (CC) (entering grades 1-3, 4-6) Casting calls are out for a week of theatre! Act out scripted short plays, make props, design costumes and write skits. The week concludes with a short performance.

Board Game Creation (BG) (entering grades 1-3, 4-6) Ever wanted to invent your own board game? Play TONS of games and leave with a prototype of a game you design. End the week with a life-size board game competition!

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CREATIVE ARTS (entering grades 1–6)

Express yourself through different creative mediums including drawing, painting, acting, poetry and more. Creative Art camps do not include swimming.

Creative Arts Weekly Rates*

Member Rate $261

Open Rate $310

Paint and Pottery (PP) (entering grades 1-3, 4-6) Learn new painting styles by imitating some of the greatest artists in the world. Start with basic finger painting and move onto water colors, acrylics and more advanced styles. Finish the week with a paint-your-own-pottery experience!

Paint and Pottery Weekly Rates*

Member Rate $296

Open Rate $345


Dance is now available as a camp add-on. See page 8.

Y Science Weekly Rates*

Member Rate $261

Open Rate $310


Animals and Farms Weekly Rates*

Member Rate $296

Open Rate $345

Animals A to Zoo (AZ) (entering grades 1-3, 4-6) Join us for a week of everything animals! Dissect owl pellets, learn about creatures big and small, make toys for local animal shelters, and learn the essentials to caring for animals. The week includes a trip to the Maryland Zoo in Baltimore.

Farm to Table (FT) (entering grades 1-3, 4-6) Find out what’s cooking and how! Learn where food comes from and how it grows, investigate the science behind what happens in your kitchen, learn how to use fresh herbs and spices for healthy cooking, and visit a local farm to see how animals, farm land and greenhouses all help produce our food!

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Spy School (SS) (entering grades 1-3, 4-6) Learn the elements of forensic science to solve mysteries. With a crime solving partner, you’ll create letters using invisible ink, decode ciphered messages and solve puzzles. Can you use clues to solve the mystery and escape before time runs out?

Block Academy (BA) (entering grades 1-3, 4-6)Have fun and get creative by building projects with blocks of all shapes and sizes. If you’re a fan of interlocking or wooden blocks, or you love popular block mining video games, this camp is for you!

Science Magic (SG) (entering grades 1-3, 4-6)To the untrained eye advanced science can often look magical. Experiment with science that will dazzle your friends and learn

a card trick or two along the way!

(entering grades 1–6) Campers will experience the ultimate in “edu-tainment” including environmental discoveries, engineering fun and more. Science camps do not include swimming.

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CAMP THEMES

Located in Carroll County, Camp Hashawha offers so many exciting activities your child

won’t know what to do first! It could be fishing, canoeing, or even archery!

BE SURE TO CHECK ymaryland.org

FOR OPEN HOUSE DATES!

June 18 - June 22: Under the Big Top Experience what it’s like to be at the

circus! Juggling, circus games, even a

bear riding a tricycle! Dance the night

away at the circus jam!

July 2 - July 6: Pirates of the Caribbean Ahoy Matey! Climb aboard the pirate

ship and sail through a week o’ grand

adventure on the Hashawha sea! Search

for treasure and enjoy a good hearty

meal! Arrrrgh ya ready?!

July 9 - July 13: Hawaiian Hullabaloo Aloha from Camp Hashawha! Make

your own surf boards and seashell

crafts, trek through muddy lava in

the volcano run, shake your hips

at the luau!

July 23 - July 27: Knights and Princesses Help! Rescue Queen Anna from the evil

dragon’s lair! There will be jousting,

sword making, archery, camp jester

contest and more!

August 6 - August 10: Mystery Week Can you and your bunkmates be the

first to solve the mystery of the day?

Clues are revealed as you move from one

activity to the next. Connect the dots

to complete the puzzle before ‘lights out’

and claim your reward!

August 13 - August 17: Survivor Reunion Week Back by popular demand! New and returning

campers will compete in survivor ball,

relay races, swimming pool

dance-offs and

capture the flag

“survivor style”.

� Archery� Camp Fires� Canoeing� Crafts� Environmental Education

� Fishing� Hikes� Confidence Course� New Friendships� Sports

� Swimming/ Swim Lessons� Team Building Activities� Terrific Food� Tons of Games

OVERNIGHT CAMPYour child will discover new skills and new friends as they embark on one adventure after another!

CAMP HASHAWHA! (O) (ages 8-15)

Every week, overnight campers may experience the following:

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Camp Hashawha DetailsLocation: Hashawha Center 300 John Owings Road Westminster, MD 21158

Ages: Entering Grades 3-10

(ages 8 – 15)

Sessions: June 18 - June 22 Under the Big Top

July 2 - July 6 Pirates of the Caribbean

July 9 - July 13 Hawaiian Hullabaloo

July 23 - July 27 Knights and Princesses

Aug 6 - Aug 10 Mystery Week

Aug 13 - Aug 17 Survivor Reunion Week

Amenities: Modern cabins with indoor shower/

toilet facilities, Outdoor Pool, Hiking

Trails, Lake Hashawha, Sports Fields,

Nature Center, Pavilions, Dining Hall

and more.

Meals May Include:

Breakfast: French toast, fruit,

sausage, pancakes, milk, juice, bacon,

cereal, yogurt, scrambled eggs,

and more.

Lunch/Dinner: Fajitas, nachos,

hamburgers, hot dogs, meatball subs,

chicken tenders, tacos, salad,

veggies, and more.

Every effort will be made to

accommodate special dietary needs.

Safety: All activities are designed with

safety in mind. All Y Camp staff

are CPR and First Aid certified.

More details about Camp Hashawha can be found at ymaryland.org.

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Drop-off/Pick-up:

For your added convenience, there are several options available for camper drop-off and pick-up:

1. On-site at Camp Hashawha Campers can be dropped off at Camp

Hashawha on Monday at 9:00am and

picked up on Friday at 11:00am.

2. The Y in Westminster (Hill) Campers can be dropped off at The Y

in Westminster (Hill) on Monday between

7:00am –10:00am and picked up on

Friday by 6:00pm. Transportation is

provided to and from Camp Hashawa

free of charge!

3. Shuttle Bus Locations

A Camp Hashawha shuttle bus picks-up/

drops-off at the Y in Arnold, the Y in

Ellicott City (Dancel), the Y in Abingdon

(Ward), and the Y in Parkville. Cost is $20

each way per camper, per week. Fee is

non-refundable.


Camp Hashawha Weekly Rates*


Member Rate $432

Open Rate $486

A Brand New Kind of Y Camp Experience is here!

CAMP SPENCER

Day Camp Activities

Entering grades 1-10 (ages 6-15)

A L L I N C L U D E DArchery • Horseback Riding

Swim Lessons • Outdoor Education Swimming • Nature Exploration

Drama • Canoeing • Crafts Sports • Music

ONE WEEK SESSION TWO WEEK SESSIONS

WEEK 1 June 25-June 29 SESSION A June 25–July 6*

WEEK 2 July 2-July 6* SESSION B July 9–July 20

WEEK 3 July 9-July 13 SESSION C July 23–August 3

WEEK 4 July 16-July 20 SESSION D August 6–August 17

WEEK 5 July 23-July 27

WEEK 6 July 30-August 3

WEEK 7 August 6-August 10

WEEK 8 August 13–August 17

Camp Weeks

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The Y is pleased to announce our newest and largest day

camp operation, Y Camp Spencer! With over 200 acres of

beautiful campgrounds, Camp Spencer will mesmerize you

with mountain views, lush green fields, nature trails, outdoor

pool, amphitheater, gentle wildlife, dining hall, activity buildings,

nature and arts lodges, and more. Located on the Broad Creek Boy

Scout Reservation in Harford County, Camp Spencer provides a picture

perfect, all-inclusive Y Camp experience unlike any other in the region!

Be Part of the LegacyAnnouncing our first-ever, Y Camp Legacy Program! All founding campers

(i.e. 2018 campers) will receive:

• Name recognition in the dining hall

• A special Founding Camper t-shirt

• Founding Camper discount opportunity for the 2018 camp season

• Founding Camper discount for future consecutive years

at Camp Spencer (for founding campers and siblings!)

Nutritious LunchNo need to pack a lunch; a hot lunch is included at Camp Spencer! Prepared and served daily, lunch options may include spaghetti, chicken,

salads, tacos, fruits & veggies, and more.

Horseback Riding

Yep, included! Campers will experience the confidence-building skills riding horses

can provide, plus learn horse care and safety. All ages and skill levels welcome!

Transportation

Transportation is included for Camp Spencer to and from several locations.

Go to ymaryland.org/campspencer for details. Transportation stops are planned for:

The Y in Perry Hall | The Y in Abingdon (Ward) The Highlands School in Bel Air | Fallston area Havre de Grace area | Forest Hill area | Darlington area

Camp Hours8:30AM - 4:00PM Regular camp hours

7:00AM - 6:00PM FREE Extended camp hours* *At Camp Spencer and select transportation locations only.

BEST RATE!

410-452-5173

*Day camp closed on July 4th

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ONE WEEK SESSION* TWO WEEK SESSIONS*

Member Rate $325 $650

Open Rate $375 $750

Camp Spencer Rates

ONE WEEK SESSION* TWO WEEK SESSIONS*

Founding Camper Discount

Get 15% off the regular Camp Spencer rates! A S A V I N G S OF UP TO $ 562 P E R C A M P E R!

Member Rate $277 $553

Open Rate $319 $638

2018 Camp Spencer Special OfferHurry – savings end May 4th!

BEST RATE!


SAVE EVEN MORE!Register for Camp Spencer by April 15th and we’ll waive the $35 registration fee too!

ONE WEEK SESSION

TWO WEEK SESSIONS

Transportation

Daily hot lunch and afternoon snack

Free morning/afternoon extended camp hours (Camp Spencer and select transportation stops)

Traditional Camp Activities (crafts, music, outdoor education, nature exploration, sports, drama, canoeing, science, etc.)

Archery

Horseback riding

Name recognition as founding camper

Founding camper T-shirt

Daily fun swim

Daily Y Swim Lessons

Group photo

$25 camp store credit (one per family)

It’s All Included!Over $175 of premium camp features included at no extra cost!

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Active Baltimore Area Council Boy Scouts are eligible for the Y member rate.

Go to ymaryland.org for details.

REGISTER TODAY AT YMARYLAND.ORG/CAMPSPENCER

Day Camp Weeks & Themes WEEK 1 June 25 - June 29 Native American WEEK 2 July 2 - July 6 Pirate Week WEEK 3 July 9 - July 13 Wilderness Explorers WEEK 4 July 16 - July 20 Wild Wild West WEEK 5 July 23 - July 27 Native American WEEK 6 July 30 - Aug 3 Sports Spectacular WEEK 7 Aug 6 - Aug 10 Crazy Carnival WEEK 8 Aug 13 - Aug 17 Animal Adventures

A Brand New Kind of Y Camp Experience is here!

CAMP PUH’TOKD A Y A N D O V E R N I G H T C A M P S

Since 1942, Camp Puh’tok has provided children with fresh

air, fun camp programs and the freedom to be creative, learn

new skills, make new friends, and develop confidence and

character for life. We are proud to have Camp Puh’tok join our Y Camp family!

Located on 67 acres of pristine woodlands and bordered by the

scenic Gunpowder Falls River and State Park, Camp Puh’tok in Northern

Baltimore County (Monkton, MD) provides the quintessential setting

where campers can unplug and return to nature and fun—no batteries

or chargers necessary!

One of a KindOur unique facilities offer rustic Native American and Wild West inspired

dwellings, as well as modern chalets, log cabins, and an authentic fort.

For overnight camp, many of our modern lodgings offer all the comforts

of home including heat, air conditioning and full bathrooms.

Camp Hours 8:30AM - 5:00PM Regular camp hours

8:00AM - 6:00PM Extended camp hours

Extended hours are available for a nominal fee and include breakfast and/or dinner.

TransportationTransportation is available to/from Camp Puh’tok at the Y in Towson (Orokawa).

The bus leaves the Y at 8am and returns at 5pm. The cost is $40/week.

Regular Camp Hours$325/wk

AM or PM Extended Hours$345/wk

AM and PM Extended Hours$365/wk

Day Camp Rates

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Day Camp Activities

(entering grades K-5; ages 5-10)

Swimming • Pony Rides Farm Animal Care • Field Games Campfires • Nature Studies Archery • Low Ropes CourseCrafts • Music • Dancing

• Treasure Hunts

410-329-6590

Camp Puh’tok is also available for conference and retreat rentals, weddings and more. Call us at 410-329-6590 for more information.


Regular Camp Hours$325/wk

AM or PM Extended Hours$345/wk

AM and PM Extended Hours$365/wk

Y CAMP 2018

ONE WEEK OVERNIGHT CAMP SESSIONS

TWO WEEK OVERNIGHT & SPECIALTY CAMP SESSIONS

WEEK 1A June 24-June 29 SESSION 1 June 24–July 6

WEEK 1B July 1-July 6 SESSION 2 July 8–July 20

WEEK 2A July 8-July 13 SESSION 3 July 22–August 3

WEEK 2B July 15-July 20 SESSION 4 August 5-–August 17

WEEK 3A July 22-July 27

WEEK 3B July 29-August3

WEEK 4A August 5-August 10

WEEK 4B August 12-August 17

REGISTER TODAY AT YMARYLAND.ORG/CAMPPUHTOKPlease Note: We are unable to provide discounts or promotions on Camp Puh’tok in 2018 due to pre-existing rates.

PUH’TOK SPECIALTY CAMPSHORSE CAMP (entering grades 5-11; ages 10-16) Campers are immersed in all aspects of horsemanship in

this two-week, overnight camp. Fun for riders of all abilities.

EXTREME TIPIS CAMP (entering grades 8-11; ages 13-16) Campers live in our Willow Rounds Tipi Village in this two-week, overnight camp.

Cook two meals a day over an open fire as you are immersed in outdoor

adventure and Native American culture, including history, crafts, dance, and

music. Also includes daily free swim, canoeing and archery.

WHITE WATER RAFTING ADD-ON (entering grades 5-11; ages 10-16) This add-on option is available to Camp Puh’tok two-week campers only

(specialty or overnight). Enjoy a Saturday day trip rafting down the Shenandoah

and Potomac rivers in Harpers Ferry, WV. The day trip takes place on the Saturday

that is in the middle of your two-week session.

Overnight Camp Activities

(entering grades 2-11; ages 7-16)

Outdoor Cooking • ArcheryMarksmanship • Climbing Tower

High & Low Ropes CoursesSurvival Skills • Horseback RidingNative American Crafts & Dance

Swimming • Nature Studies

Overnight Camp

Campers will spend their days challenging themselves on the climbing wall,

learning new survival skills, building character and confidence on high and

low rope courses, and creating memories with new friends!

Specialty Camp Rates

HORSE CAMP $1,450 (2-week sessions only)

EXTREME TIPIS CAMP $1,450 (2-week sessions only)

WHITE WATER RAFTING ADD-ON $130 Available to Camp Puh’tok two week campers only (specialty or overnight)

AGE ONE WEEK SESSION TWO WEEK SESSION

7-12 $600 $1,200

13-16 $700 $1,400

Overnight Camp Rates

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SNEAKPEEK WEEK #1 WEEK #2 WEEK #3 WEEK #4 WEEK #5 WEEK #6 WEEK #7 WEEK #8 WEEK #9 WEEK #10

LASTBLAST

June 11-June 15

June 18- June 22

June 25- June 29

July 2- July 6

July 9- July 13

July 16- July 20

July 23- July 27

July 30- Aug 3

Aug 6- Aug 10

Aug 13 - Aug 17

Aug 20- Aug 24

Aug 27- Aug 31

ANNE ARUNDEL

Camp Whippoorwill ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ●

Traditional B P R B P R B P R B P R B P R B P R B P R B P R B P R B P R

Travel & Teens AE AE AE AE AE AE AE AE AE A

Y Science BA FT AZ SG

Creative Arts AX CC PP BG

Y in Arnold ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ●

Traditional B P R B P R B P R B P R B P R B P R B P R B P R B P R B P R B P R B P R

• Swim Add-on SL SL SL SL SL SL SL SL SL SL

• Rock Wall Add-on RW RW RW RW RW RW RW RW RW

Travel & Teens A NE C A NE C A NE C A NE C A NE C A NE C A NE C A NE C A NE C A N C

Y Science SG AZ FT BA

Creative Arts AX BG PP

Sports Camp SO BB SM SO BB SM SO

Y in Pasadena ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ●


• Sports Add-on BB D BB D BB BB

Travel & Teens N C N C N C N C N C N C N C N C N C N C

Y Science SS AZ

Creative Arts AX CC PP BG PP

BALTIMORE CITYY in Waverly (Weinberg) ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ●


• Sports Add-on BB BB BB BB

• Swim Add-on SL SL SL SL SL SL

• Rock Wall Add-on RW RW


See color and code key at bottom of page 23.

Introducing a Brand New Kind of Y Camp Experience for 2018


Y CAMP 2018


LASTBLAST

June 11-June 15

June 18- June 22

June 25- June 29

July 2- July 6

July 9- July 13

July 16- July 20

July 23- July 27

July 30- Aug 3

Aug 6- Aug 10

Aug 13 - Aug 17

Aug 20- Aug 24

Aug 27- Aug 31

BALTIMORE COUNTY

Y in Catonsville ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ●

Traditional B P R B P R B P R B P R B P R B P R B P R B P R B P R B P R B P R

• Sports Add-on SC SMA D SC SMA D SMA SC SMA




Y Science SG AZ SG FT BA AZ SG SS FT

Creative Arts BG AX PP AX BG AX PP CC AX

Sports Camp SO NN SM SO SM NN SM SO NN

Y in Towson (Orokawa) ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ●


• Sports Add-on SC BB SMA SC SC FF BB SMA SC




Y Science BA SS FT AZ SG

Creative Arts BG PP CC AX

Sports Camp SM BK NN SO SM BK NN SO SM

Y in Parkville ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ●




Y Science SG BA SS FT

Creative Arts AX BG AX CC

Camp Puh’tok ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ●

See pages 18-19 for camp options, dates, ages, activities, and more.CAMP PUH’TOKIntroducing a Brand New Kind

of Y Camp Experience for 2018

Y CAMP SCHEDULE


LASTBLAST

June 11-June 15

June 18- June 22

June 25- June 29

July 2- July 6

July 9- July 13

July 16- July 20

July 23- July 27

July 30- Aug 3

Aug 6- Aug 10

Aug 13 - Aug 17

Aug 20- Aug 24

Aug 27- Aug 31

CARROLL COUNTYY in Westminster (Hill) ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ●


• Sports Add-on BB SMA BB SC FF BB SMA SC FF


Travel & Teens A N C A N C A N C A N C A N C A N C A N C A N C A N C A N C

Y Science AZ SG SS BA

Creative Arts PP AX BG CC

Sports Camp SO SM SO SM BK

HARFORD COUNTYY in Abingdon* (Ward) ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ●


• Sports Add-on FF BB SC D SC BB SC BB SMA

• Swim Add-on SL SL SL SL SL SL SL SL SL

• Rock Wall Add-on RW RW RW RW RW RW RW


Sports Camp SO SM BK SM NN BK SM SO BK

The Highlands School* ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ●

Traditional B P R B P R B P R B P R B P R B P R B P R B P R B P R

Y Science FT AZ BA SS SG AZ FT SG

Creative Arts AX CC BG PP CC PP AX BG

Camp Spencer ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ●

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See pages 16-17 for a special offer, camp activities, dates, ages, and more.CAMP SPENCERIntroducing a Brand New Kind

of Y Camp Experience for 2018


Y CAMP 2018


LASTBLAST

June 11-June 15

June 18- June 22

June 25- June 29

July 2- July 6

July 9- July 13

July 16- July 20

July 23- July 27

July 30- Aug 3

Aug 6- Aug 10

Aug 13 - Aug 17

Aug 20- Aug 24

Aug 27- Aug 31

HOWARD COUNTYY in Ellicott City (Dancel) ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ●


• Sports Add-on BB SMA SC SMA SC SMA BB


• Rock Wall Add-on RW RW RW RW RW RW RW RW RW RW


Sports Camp SM SO BK SO SM SM SO SM

Camp Ilchester ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ●

Traditional B P R B P R B P R B P R B P R B P R B P R B P R B P R

Travel & Teens A C A C A C A C A C A C A C A C

Y Science SG SS BA

Creative Arts CC BG CC PP AX

St. John Parish Day School ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ●

Traditional B P R B P R B P R B P R B P R B P R B P R B P R B P R B P R B P R

Y Science FT AZ BA SG

Creative Arts CC AX PP AX BG

OVERNIGHT CAMP

Camp Hashawha ● ● ● ● ● ●

Overnight Ages 8-15 Ages 8-15 Ages 8-15 Ages 8-15 Ages 8-15 Ages 8-15

COLOR AND CODE KEY:

Great Outdoors Camp (GO)

The Lodge Camp (TL)

Activity Central Camp (AC)

SPORTS CAMPS SO Soccer NN Nothing But Net BK Basketball SM Sports MixCREATIVE ARTS CAMPS AX Art Mix CC Curtain Call BG Board Game PP Paint and Pottery

Y SCIENCE CAMPS SS Spy School BA Block Academy SG Science Magic AZ Animals A to Zoo FT Farm toTable

SWIM ADD-ON SL Swim Lessons

DANCE ADD-ON D Dance

ROCK WALL ADD-ON RW Rock Wall

SPORT ADD-ON SC Soccer BB Basketball FF Flag Football SMA Sports Mix

TRADITIONAL CAMP ADD-ONS

Buccaneers Entering Kindergarten (age 5)

Pioneers Entering Grades 1-3 (ages 6-8)

Rangers Entering Grades 4-6 (ages 9-11)

Explorers Entering Grades 4-6 (ages 9-11)

Adventurers Entering Grades 7-10 (ages 12-15)

Navigators Entering Grades 7-9 (ages 12-14)

Counselor in Training Entering Grades 10-11 (ages 15-17)

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Anne Arundel County Camp Whippoorwill (GO) 520 Lake Shore Drive Pasadena, MD 21122 (410) 437-4242

Transportation available. See page 6.

The Y in Arnold (AC) 1209 Richie Highway Arnold, MD 21012 410-544-2525


The Y in Pasadena (AC) 26 Magothy Beach Road Pasadena, MD 21122 (410) 437-4242


Baltimore City The Y in Waverly (Weinberg) (AC) 900 E. 33rd Street Baltimore, MD 21218 410-889-9622

Baltimore County Camp Puh’tok (GO) A new Y Camp experience! 17433 Big Falls Road Monkton, MD 21111 410-329-6590


The Y in Parkville (AC) 8910 Waltham Woods Road Parkville, MD 21234 410-663-1300

The Y in Towson (Orokawa) (AC) 600 W. Chesapeake Avenue Towson, MD 21204 410-823-8870

The Y in Catonsville (AC) 850 S. Rolling Road Catonsville, MD 21228 410-747-9622

Camp Hashawha Overnight Camp (GO) Call any Y Center Hashawha Center 300 John Owings Road Westminster, MD 21158


Carroll County The Y in Westminster (Hill) (AC) 1719 Sykesville Road Westminster, MD 21157410-848-3660

Harford County The Highlands School (TL) 2904 Creswell Road

Bel Air, MD 21015 410-679-9622


The Y in Abingdon (Ward) (AC) 101 Walter Ward Boulevard Abingdon, MD 21009 410-679-9622

Camp Spencer (GO) A new Y Camp experience! 3773 Peach Orchard Road Street, MD 21154 410-452-5173


Howard County Camp Ilchester (GO) 5042 Ilchester Road Ellicott City, MD 21043 410-465-4334

The Y in Ellicott City (Dancel) (AC) 4331 Montgomery Road Ellicott City, MD 21043 410-465-4334 St. John’s Parish Day School (TL) 9130 Frederick Road Ellicott City, MD 21042 410-465-4334

Y CAMP LOCATIONSCHOOSE

THE MOST APPROPRIATE CAMP SETTING

FOR YOUR CHILD:

GREAT OUTDOORS CAMP (GO)

This camp setting offers camp experiences set in

beautiful, outdoor, natural environments.

See pages 6–7 for full descriptions of the kinds of activities available at each camp setting.

THE LODGE CAMP (TL)

This camp setting offers a variety of mainly

indoor or mainly outdoor activities.

ACTIVITY CENTRAL

CAMP (AC) This camp setting offers a variety of mainly outdoor activities at Family Center

Y locations.

ONLINE REGISTRATIONOnline registration for Y Camp 2018 begins January 1st for Y members. Open registration begins January 23rd.

Registration is available online at ymaryland.org/campsignup. Registration must be accompanied by applicable deposits, registration fees and completed registration packet. For more information about online registration, visit ymaryland.org.

Benefits of Online Registration� Complete camper files

� Sibling discounts and promotions

� Pay camp balances

� Print receipts and tax information

� Make camp changes

� Search for camps without logging in or creating an account

Advantages of Y MembershipY members always pay the lowest rate for Y Camp, on average as low as $62 less per week than the general public – that’s a savings of up to $620 for the entire summer! To qualify for member rates, the child you are registering must be a Y member at the time of registration and throughout all camp sessions. For family membership holders, the membership must be in the name of the parent/guardian registering the child. If a membership is purchased after registration, the member rate will not apply.

PromotionsEarly Bird Savings: Get 5% off your camp weeks and 75% off the registration fee when you register between January 23rd – February 26th – a savings of up to $162! Use promo code EARLYBIRD2018 for the camp weeks and REGPACKET75 for the registration fee. Savings not valid on transportation or other fees.

Registration Fee & Registration PacketsA one-time registration fee of $35 per camper is paid during the completion of your online registration packet. This fee is non-refundable and non-transferable.

Your 2018 camp registration cannot be confirmed/finished until you complete the online registration packet (via the $35 registration fee). This packet captures important information related to your child’s health and safety, and is required and in accordance with State and National guidelines that permit and accredit our camps. Campers will not be admitted to camp and camp weeks may be terminated without a completed online registration packet.

There is a day camp registration packet and an overnight camp registration packet. The information contained in each packet is unique to either day camp or overnight camp. If your child is attending both day camp and overnight camp, you will need to complete both online registration packets.

To sign up for your registration packet, go to ymaryland.org/campsignup and search for “Registration Packet” in the keyword box. Please have your child’s tetanus shot date on hand when you complete the packet.

Recommended Online Registration MethodBEFORE REGISTERING, review the 2018 Y Camp brochure and visit ymaryland.org.

If you’re a returning camp family or Y member, go to ymaryland.org/ campsignup and select BROWSE BY LOCATION. In the OTHER SITES section, select the camp location you’re interested in (ex. Camp – The Y in Catonsville) and complete your desired camp selections and registration.

If you’re not a current Y member or returning camp family, you will need to set up an online account. Follow the instructions at ymaryland.org/campsignup.

Helpful TipWhen registering, please provide an email address that you check frequently as email will be our main form of communication regarding Y Camp.


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Camp Weeks Camp start and end dates are subject to change pending any changes with the Public School System’s school schedule or location availability.

Camp Hours Full Day Camp: 9am-4pm Free Extended Hours: 7am-9am; 4pm-6pm

Registration Fee A one-time registration fee of $35 per camper is paid during the completion of your online registration packet sign up. This fee is non-refundable and non-transferable.

For more information about completing your online registration packet, see page 21.

Sibling Discounts Sibling discounts are available to you when two or more siblings are registered for the same weeks of camp. The discount code SIBLING2018 must be entered at checkout for the discount to be applied.

Deposits A $25 per week/per camper deposit is required for all camps. Deposits are non-refundable, non-transferable and are applied towards the total weekly camp fee. Even when camp is paid for in full, $25 per week is considered a non-refundable, non-transferable deposit. (Not subject to any discounts.)

Camp Changes Camp changes can be managed online at no cost through June 1st. Any changes made after June 1st is subject to a $5 processing fee. Any changes made after a promotional period are subject to the full rate.

Balance of Weekly Camp Fees Payments for camp will be automatically drafted from your credit card fourteen (14) days prior to the start of the camp week (see cancellation policy). A complete payment schedule is included in the Camp Parent Manual. If balance is not paid, the camper will not be permitted to attend camp and the slot will be reassigned.

Financial Assistance Financial assistance is available. Apply early as funding may be limited. Applications are available online at ymaryland.org. CCS vouchers are accepted. An award, denial, waitlist or receipt of application from CCS must be submitted with the Y financial assistance application. Including CCS, additional discounts and promotions do not apply in conjunction with financial assistance.

Camp Parent Manual The Camp Parent Manual is available online at ymaryland.org. It contains important information you need to know including financial and camp policies and procedures, inclement weather, illnesses, lunch tips, dress code, and what to bring to camp.

Cancellation Policy All changes and cancellations must be made in writing and include the camper’s full name, camp location, dates of the weeks to be cancelled, and a description of the request. All requests must be submitted to the Customer Service office either via fax at 410-779-9426, or by email to [email protected]. Deposits and registration fees are non-refundable and non-transferable. If a camp week is cancelled two weeks prior, the deposit will be forfeited and any further balance paid will be refunded. Cancellations made with less than two weeks notice will not be accepted; all fees are non-refundable. For more information please review the financial policy in the Camp Parent Manual and Camp Agreement.

Financial Agreement The complete Financial Agreement is online at ymaryland.org and explains all financial policies in full detail including payment, refund, cancellation, and change policies. During the registration process you will be required to read and accept the financial agreement.

GO TO ymaryland.org FOR MORE INFORMATIONThe Y Camp 2018 brochure has tons of great information in it about Y Camp, but you can’t stop here! There’s more important information you need to know at ymaryland.org.

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Most Y Camps are ACA accredited, which means we run our camps according to the best policies and practices in the industry. We voluntarily go through rigorous inspections by outside professionals to ensure we continue to exceed state regulations in health, safety, programming, staff qualifications/training, emergency management plans and more—up to 300 standards in all!

Y Camp team member candidates undergo a thorough review process including “Camp Try-Outs” (a half day of actual activities and scenarios), reference and background checks, and several interviews. Before working with campers, team members will complete a minimum of 30 hours of training that is specific to their role, including first

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