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SUMMER FUN FOR EVERYONESUMMER DAY CAMP 2016

YMCA OF GREATER OMAHA . www.metroymca.org

YMCA OF GREATER OMAHA

CAMP GOAL #1 Achievement: Fostering Accomplishment

Armbrust YMCA5404 S 168th Street Omaha, NE 68135402-896-4200 Contact: Joey Lorincz [email protected]

Butler-Gast YMCA3501 Ames Ave. Omaha, NE 68111402-453-8903 Contact the YMCA for more information.

Council Bluffs YMCA7 South 4th St. Council Bluffs, IA 51503712-322-6606 Contact: Kellie Harding [email protected] Teen Contact: Kyle Gay [email protected]

Downtown YMCA430 S. 20th St. Omaha, NE 68102402-341-1600 Contact the YMCA for more information.

Maple Street YMCA7502 Maple St. Omaha, NE 68134402-393-3700 Contact: Monica Taylor [email protected]

Mills County YMCA110 Sivers Rd. Glenwood, IA 51534712-527-4352 Contact: Jen Burchett jburchett@ metroymca.org

Sarpy Community YMCA1111 E. First St. Papillion, NE 68046402-339-9861 Contact: Becca Bradley [email protected]

South YMCA3010 R St. Omaha, NE 68107402-731-3999 Contact: Marque Snow [email protected]

Southwest YMCA13010 Atwood Ave. Omaha, NE 68144402-334-8487 Contact: Amanda Doll [email protected]

Twin Rivers YMCA6100 Twin Rivers Cir. Valley, NE 68064402-359-9622 Contact: Sarah Hankins [email protected]

YMCA Teen Center4344 North 34th Ave. Omaha, NE 68111402-451-1050 Contact: Jason Thompson jthompson@ metroymca.org

Offsite Camp Location Camp Platte: Platte River State Park (Not shown on the map.) 402-334-8487 Contact: Amanda Doll [email protected]

YMCA SUMMER DAY CAMP LOCATIONS

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Camp Open House

March 5, 2016 10:00 am-12:00 pm All YMCA Locations REGISTER FOR CAMP AT THE OPEN HOUSE AND PAY NO CAMP REGISTRATION FEE!

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Preschool Morning Camps (3-5 years)

Our themed camps combine summer fun with socialization and learning. Each day consists of crafts, games, story and snack time. Themes will follow the Day Camp schedule.

9:30-11:30 am

Monday/Wednesday or Tuesday/Thursday Armbrust YMCA Council Bluffs YMCA Maple Street YMCA Sarpy Community YMCA Southwest YMCA Member: $20/wk Non member: $30/wk

Summer Day Camp (Sarpy Community YMCA: 4-12 years.) (All other locations: 5-12 years. Must have attended Kindergarten.) The YMCA’s licensed day camp will give your child a fun, safe summer with exciting and educational themes to explore! Field trips, crafts, games and swimming will keep your child actively learning.

One time non-refundable Registration Fee: $25 per child - includes camp t-shirt Non-refundable deposit: $20/wk per child

Downtown YMCA: 6:30 am-6:00 pm All other locations: 7:00 am-6:00 pm

Member: $130/wk; 2 children-$245/wk; 3 children-$360/wk

Non member: $175/wk; 2 children-$335/wk; 3 children: $495/wk

* Fun & Fitness and Fear Factor camps are prorated due to holidays:

Member: $104/wk; 2 children-$196/wk; 3 children-$288/wk

Non member: $140/wk; 2 children-$268/wk; 3 children-$396/wk

MONTHLY SPECIAL EVENTS & FIELD TRIPS:

June 6-10 - Creative Campers Omaha Color Run

July 5-8 - Fear Factor Mud Run

August 1-5 - Olympic Adventures Track & Field Day

PRESCHOOL MORNING CAMPS & SUMMER DAY CAMPS

Armbrust YMCA

Council Bluffs YMCA

Downtown YMCA

Maple Street YMCA

Mills County YMCA

North Omaha YMCA

Sarpy Community YMCA

South YMCA

Southwest YMCA

Twin Rivers YMCA

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Weekly Themes for Preschool and Summer Day Camp

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Camps being held:


July 5-8: Fear Factor (No program on July 4th)

Do you creep out easily? Or do you have what it takes to conquer our silly fear factor challenges? It’s all up to you to save your camp counselor! P SDC

May 23-27: Un-Birthday(Check with location for exact dates)

This week will be all about celebrating everyone’s birthdays. We will play classic party games such as pin the tail, 3-legged race, egg races, balloon races and more. SDC

June 6-10: Creative CampersThe sky’s the limit when your imagination soars! From games to science, let your creativity take charge as you help create a unique twist on our camp activities!

P SDC

June 13-17: Mad Science This week of experiments and fun activities will bring out the scientific lover in every kid. Plan on to make a mess!

P SDC

May 31-June 3: Fun & Fitness (No program on May 30th)

Grab your sunglasses and water bottle and get ready for some outside fun. We will explore new moves, fun active games, and learn about healthy ways to stay active and safe, including fitness and fun!

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June 27-July 1: Team ExtremeTime to show off your team spirit. Learn about team building and helping each other. Campers will conquer different fun and challenging activities that bring the points to their team! Which team will win it all?

PSDC

August 8-12: Lights, Camera, Action(Check location for exact dates)

This week is all about focusing on self-esteem and talent of the youth. Whether you can draw like Picasso or can sing like Aretha, this is your week to shine. SDC

August 15-19: Lookin’ Back on Summer (Council Bluffs Only)

Let’s reflect back on our favorite camp activities this summer! We will be playing our favorite games, crafts and other activities. Join us for this last week of celebrating summer at the YMCA!

SDC

July 25-29: Water WipeoutJump, belly flop or dive into camp this week for waves. Water balloons, water slides, water games and races will keep us splashing around. Get ready for an awesome week of water activities that will make the hottest days feel cool!

P SDC

August 1-5: Olympic Adventures Prepare for the Olympics with the YMCA! This week we will explore the various Olympic traditions and games, as we enhance our track and field skills, in preparation for our Annual YMCA of Greater Omaha Track & Field Celebration!

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July 18-22: Peace Out Time to say “Peace Out” with a decade-themed week! Bring costumes from different decades to spice up the style and to make old memories into new ones.

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July 11-15: Call of the Wild Time to get out to the great outdoors. This week we will explore all that nature has to offer, as we hike, sight-see nature and learn about many friendly creatures in the wild! Prepare to hike your boots off!

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June 20-24: Pay it ForwardLearn how to give back. Campers will get to know their community as they work on projects to help make our communities a safer, cleaner place to have fun.

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MINI CAMPS One time non-refundable Registration Fee: $25 per child - includes camp t-shirt Non-refundable deposit: $20/wk per child

Mini Fishing Camp (5-12 years) Let’s go fishing! Come learn how to bait your hook, cast, and all about different kinds of fish.

Twin Rivers YMCA June 6-10; July 11-15 - 9:00-11:00 am Member: $40/wk Non member: $60/wk

Mini Canoeing Camp (5-12 years) Children will develop their skills with canoeing by engaging in different types of games that will teach stroke improvement, team work and how to develop their balance on the water.


Mini Art Camp (5-12 years) Art Camp will help expand campers’ creativity and explore arts and crafts.


Mini Dance Camp (5-12 years) Move and groove with us! In this mini camp your child will develop the basic skills of ballet, jazz and cheer with a short recital after the two weeks.

Twin Rivers YMCA July 18-29 - 4:30-6:00 pm Member: $40/wk Non member: $60/wk



SPECIALTY CAMPSPreschool Afternoon Specialty Camps

Tumbling (3-5 years) Campers will have a fun-filled afternoon learning tumbling skills. They will also have activity time with parachutes, songs, games and Family Adventure Center time. A snack will be provided.

Southwest YMCA Monday-Friday - 1:00-3:00 pm June 13-17; July 11-15 Member: $35/wk Non member: $55/wk

Dance (3-5 years) Move and groove all afternoon with us! Campers will make crafts, play games and have a snack time.

Southwest YMCA Monday-Friday - 1:00-3:00 pm June 20-24; July 18-22 Member: $35/wk Non member: $55/wk

Sports of All Sorts (3-5 years) Every afternoon is a home-run in this preschool camp! Campers will have fun practicing and competing in a variety of different sports as well as making crafts, playing games and other activities. A snack is provided.

Southwest YMCA Monday-Friday - 1:00-3:00 pm June 27-July 1; July 25-29 Member: $35/wk Non member: $55/wk


CAMP GOAL #2: RELATIONSHIPS:BUILDING FRIENDSHIPS

YOUTH SPECIALTY CAMPS

One time non-refundable Registration Fee: $25 per child - includes camp t-shirt Non-refundable deposit: $20/wk per child

Artful Antics (8-12 years) Campers will have hands-on fun, creating different varities of art. Southwest YMCA June 6-10 - 7:00 am-6:00 pm Member: $160/wk Non member: $210/wk

Discover Omaha (8-12 years) We will discover all that Omaha has to offer - the downtown area, visit museums, go to the zoo and more!

Southwest YMCA June 13-17 - 7:00 am-6:00 pm Member: $150/wk Non member: $200/wk

Sensational Swim (5-8 years) Swim lessons, water safety and a week of water-themed fun. Maple Street YMCA June 20-24 - 9:00 am-4:00 pm Member: $160 Non member: $210

Jr. Huskers® Dance and CheerCamp (6-12 years) Learn cheers and a dance during the week. T-shirt is included. An end of camp presentation will be on Friday at 5:00 pm.

Southwest YMCA June 20-24 - Includes Field Trip 7:00 am-6:00 pm Member: $150/wk Non member: $200/wk

Scuba (8 years and up) Swim lessons, water safety and a week of water-themed fun. Council Bluffs YMCA 9:00 am-4:00 pm June 20-24 - (8-9 years) July 18-22 - (10 years and up) Member: $200/wk Non member: $250/wk

Strange Science (8-12 years) Join us for a week of crazy scientists, bizarre experiments and many science adventures. Southwest YMCA June 27-July 1 - 7:00 am-6:00 pm Member: $150/wk Non member: $200/wk

Gone Fishin’ (8-12 years) Grab your poles, bait and hooks and come fish at Lake Manawa! We will also play out-door games, enjoy snacks and crafts and visit the beach one day for some swimming! Council Bluffs YMCA June 27-July 1 - 7:00 am-6:00 pm Member: $150/wk Non member: $200/wk

Not Your Typical Sports Camp (8-12 years) Learn about roller skating, bowling, ice skating, swimming, gymnastics and more! Southwest YMCA July 11-15 - 7:00 am-6:00 pm Member: $160/wk Non member: $210/wk

Amusement Park Fun (8-12 years) Get ready for fun at Papio Fun Park, Family Fun Center, Amazing Pizza Machine and Fun Plex. Southwest YMCA July 18-22 - 7:00 am-6:00 pm Member: $175/wk Non member: $225/wk

Lego Camp (8-12 years) Campers will be energized building amazing constructions with Legos while using their imagination and creativity. Maple Street YMCA July 18-22 - 9:00 am-4:00 pm Member: $160/wk Non member: $210/wk

Water Park Fun (8-12 years) Enjoy trips to Fun Plex, Coco Keys, Zorinsky Pool, Papio Bay and Mahoney for some summertime water fun! Southwest YMCA July 25-29 - 7:00 am-6:00 pm Member: $175/wk Non member: $225/wk


YOUTH SPECIALTY CAMPS

Discover Omaha We will discover all that Omaha has to offer. We will explore the downtown area, visit museums, go to the zoo and more!

June 6-10

H2WOW Who doesn’t love water? This week is all about getting wet. We will visit water parks and enjoy water games.

June 13-17

Great Outdoors Have a kid that just loves the outdoors? Then this is the week for them. We will visit state parks and explore the terrain.

June 20-24

Crazy for Animals This week is all about animals and their lifestyles. We will visit the zoo and get to see animals up close during a presentation.

June 27-July 1

Discover Lincoln* Have you always wanted to walk the Husker tunnel? Here is your chance! This week we will visit Memorial Stadium, Bob Devaney Center and Morrill Hall.

July 5-8 (pro-rated week)

Weird Science This week of experiments and fun activities will bring out the scientific lover in every kid. We will be visiting a science center in Aurora, NE.

July 11-15

Express Yourself This week your camper will be able to express their creative side. Whether it is drawing, singing, theatre, we will cover it all.

July 18-22

Amusement Park Fun In case you missed the first week of fun, here is your chance to experience it again! Games, prizes and bowling will take place this week. We will visit some of the exciting parks around town.

July 25-29

Best of Summer Didn’t get enough fun this year? Then come this week when we do the best of the summer.

August 1-5


Armbrust YMCA Monday-Friday - 8:00 am-4:00 pm.

After-care available - 4:00-6:00 pm Member: $20/wk Non member: $30/wk

All camps are for ages 5-12 years.

One time non-refundable Registration Fee: $25 per child - includes camp t-shirt

Non-refundable deposit: $20/wk per child

Member: $165/wk Non member: $215/wk

*Pro-rated due to holidays Member: $132/wk Non member: $172/wk

CAMP GOAL #3: BELONGING: A PLACE TO BELONG


Teen Discovery (13-18 years) Teen Discovery introduces your teen to adventures and opportunities for growth. The Y’s program invites your teen to try something new and make friends. Our summer is filled with experiences ranging from pre-college enrichment and community service projects to themes, sports, field trips, and art exploration. Teen Discovery inspires positive self- esteem through respect of self and others.

Registration Fee: $25 per teen - includes camp t-shirt.

Non-refundable deposit: $20/wk per teen

Monday-Friday - 9:00 am*-6:00 pm

Council Bluffs YMCA Maple Street YMCA Sarpy Community YMCA

Member: 1 teen - $85/wk; 2 teens - $155/wk 3 teens - $225/wk

Non member: 1 teen - $105/wk; 2 teens - $195/wk; 3 teens - $285/wk

** PRORATED DUE TO HOLIDAYS:Member: 1 teen - $68/wk; 2 teens - $124/wk 3 teens - $180/wk


Monday-Friday - 11:00 am*-6:00 pm

Butler-Gast YMCA South YMCA

Member: 1 teen - $65/wk; 2 teens - $115/wk 3 teens - $165/wk


** PRORATED DUE TO HOLIDAYS:Member: 1 teen - $52/wk; 2 teens - $92/wk 3 teens - $132/wk


**Butler-Gast and South YMCA’s offer a limited number of subsidized weekly day camp spots available for families with a demonstrated financial need. Register early, these are offered on a first come, first serve basis.


TEEN CAMPS

TEEN DISCOVERY THEMESMay 23-27: Rock and Roll Star

May 31-June 3: Fun and Fitness (No program on May 30th)*

June 6-10: Creative Campers

June 13-17: Mad Science

June 20-24: Pay it Forward

June 27-July 1: Team Extreme

July 5-8: Fear Factor

July 11-15: Where’s Selfie?

July 18-22: The Amazing Race

July 25-29: Water Wipeout

August 1-5: Game On

TEEN DISCOVERY THEMES

*Early drop off is available at the Maple Street YMCA, Sarpy Community YMCA and South YMCA Program Center.

To arrange please contact:

Monica Taylor - Maple Street YMCA 402-393-3700

Becca Bradley - Sarpy Community YMCA 402-339-9861

Marque Snow - South YMCA Program Center 402-731-3999

Armbrust YMCA Council Bluffs YMCADowntown YMCAMaple Street YMCA

Mills County YMCASarpy Community YMCASouthwest YMCA

Twin Rivers YMCA


Counselors-in-Training (13-15 years)

Teens will be trained in leadership skills and learn the fundamentals of working with campers under the guidance of counselors. CITs will spend a week in training learning the basic day camp counselor responsibilities: caring for campers, licensing standards for day camps, camp and field trip safety, along with planning songs, games, arts/crafts and themed activities.

CITs who successfully complete the program and have a positive evaluation will be allowed to volunteer as a YMCA camp counselor. You may choose the location and weeks you would like to participate in.

Training Fee: $65

Includes T-shirt upon completion.

Training Dates: June 7-10 - Location TBD July 5-8 - Location TBD 9:00 am-4:00 pm

Contact Joey Lorincz . 402-896-4200 [email protected]


YMCA Camp Platte is held at Platte River State Park, and runs for 8 one-week sessions. This camp is for children ages 6-7, 8-12 and 10-15. Campers will participate in games, sports, crafts, nature activities, horse-back riding, swimming and more! You may choose to attend day camp for one week or any combination of weeks.

Monday-Friday - 9:00 am-4:00 pmAfter-care is available until 6:00 pm. Member: $20/week Non member: $30/week One time non-refundable registration fee: $25/child - includes t-shirt. Non-refundable deposit: $20/week per child

YMCA CAMP PLATTE

YMCA CAMP PLATTE WEEKS:

June 6-10

June 13-17

June 20-24

June 27-July 1

July 11-15

July 18-22*

July 25-29

August 1-5

*Shooting Sports Camp not offered July 18-22

BUS STOPS (Approximate Departure Time: 7:45 am

Approximate Return Time: 4:45 pm - Times will vary based on location)

June 6-10 Southwest and Armbrust YMCAs

June 13-17 Southwest, Armbrust, Maple Street


June 20-24 Southwest and Armbrust YMCAs

June 27-July 1 Southwest, Armbrust, Maple Street,


July 11-15 Southwest and Armbrust YMCAs

July 18-22 Southwest, Armbrust, Maple Street,


July 25-29 Southwest and Armbrust YMCAs

August 1-5 Southwest, Armbrust, Maple Street,


Nature Buddies (6-7 years) Children will learn about the world around them through games, art and activities focusing on friendships and Mother Nature. Your camper will explore nature along the camp trails in the great outdoors. Nature Buddies do not experience all the same activities as older campers, such as horseback riding.


Shooting Sports Camp (10-15 years) This camp includes archery, riflery and tomahawks. It starts with safety and basic techniques, then progresses to advanced techniques and shooting competitions. Campers will also participate in typical camp activities such as horseback riding, hiking, swimming, naturalist program, arts, crafts and games.


Riders (8-12 years) This camp is designed for children who have limited or no riding experience but a love of horses. Campers will ride horses four times each week and learn saddling, horse care and horsemanship. Riders will also participate in typical camp activities such as hiking, swimming, naturalist program, arts, crafts and games.


Wilderness Pals (8-12 years) Children will explore the outdoor wilderness by hiking, learning about animals, and developing outdoor survival skills. Campers will challenge themselves by gaining an understanding of teamwork, build mutual trust and increase self- esteem. Pals will also participate in typical camp activities such as horseback riding, hiking, swimming, naturalist program, arts, crafts and games.



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