2020 SUMMER CAMPPreschool to 8th Grade

The Y-Zone Youth Annex (grades 1-8)25 Saddle Road, Cedar Knolls, NJ 07927

The Richard F. Blake Children’s Center (Pre-K)65 Horsehill Road, Cedar Knolls, NJ 07927

The Greater Morristown YMCA’s

WELCOME

WELCOME TO THE 2020 CAMP SEASON!For more than 39 years, boys and girls have been creating special memories and forming lifelong friendships at the Greater Morristown YMCA Summer Camps. We provide many creative activities, field trips, and most of all, fun, while instilling a sense of belonging in a safe and nurturing environment.

This summer will be our fifth year at the Y-Zone Youth Annex facility, a 6,000 square foot building situated on three acres with a field for sports, woods for exploring, and shaded tables for crafts and games. The inside features two large multipurpose rooms and a gym.

Additionally, our new 6 Saddle Road facility, located just down the street from the Y-Zone, features a new STEM room, instructional kitchen, dedicated art room, and a reading/brain-game room.

We are excited to welcome all of our new and returning campers for another summer of fun!

Christine Wyckoff, Camp Director

TO THE Y-ZONE

PARENT ORIENTATIONCAMP Y-ZONEThursday, June 11th from 6:30-7:15pm at our

6 Saddle Road location.

LITTLE OWLS / KINDER CAMP (Ages 3-5)Thursday, June 18th from 6:30-7:15pm at the Richard F. Blake Children’s Center (65 Horsehill Road).

CAMP T-SHIRTSYou will receive ONE free t-shirt that will be given out at parent orientation. If you are unable to attend orientation, you may pick-up your camper’s t-shirts before the start of camp. Please call the Y-Zone to schedule a pick-up time at 973.998.9199. You may also pick shirts up on the first day of camp. Campers MUST wear their camp shirts every day.

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WELCOMETHINGS TO KNOW & IMPORTANT INFORMATIONThe Greater Morristown YMCA offers age-appropriate, progressive camp programs for children in preschool to those entering 8th grade.

OUR STAFFWe carefully select and screen caring role models who demonstrate a passion for developing confidence and good character in youth. The Y maintains a commitment to a recruiting process that includes comprehensive training and background checks.

BEFORE AND AFTER CAMP HOURSNormal camp hours are 8:00am - 4:00pm. We strongly encourage you to drop off by 9:00am. We offer before care five days a week, starting at 7:15am for $35/week per child. The after care hours of 4:00-6:00pm are included in your weekly camp fees. A variety of activities including organized games and crafts are offered in a supervised environment. Pre-registration is required for before care.

HOW TO REGISTERCamp registration forms will be available at the Greater Morristown YMCA’s Member Services Desk and on our website starting December 15th, 2019. Registration begins Saturday, January 11th, 2020 at the Greater Morristown YMCA. Registration is on a first come, first served basis. It is highly recommended that you register early for all the weeks you require as there is a strong possibility that some weeks will fill up. All completed camp forms and fees MUST be handed in together. Incomplete applications will be returned to you, thus delaying your child’s reservation for camp. Camp t-shirts must be worn every day. Extra t-shirts can be purchased for $8/each and can only be ordered at the time of registration. Please make copies of the days, weeks, and lunches you register for.

FINANCIAL ASSISTANCELimited financial aid is available to those who qualify and live in our service area. Financial aid applications will ONLY be accepted from January 12th-January 25th, 2020. Incomplete applications will not be considered. There are NO exceptions. Applications can be picked up at the YMCA’s Member Services Desk or by visiting www.greatermorristownymca.org.

PAYMENT INFORMATIONA 50% deposit of camp fees is required at the time of registration. The remaining 50% is due before May 1st, 2020 in order to obtain the early registration discount. After May 1, 2020, 100% of the bill is due or you will be subjected to the price increases. A non-refundable registration fee of $50 is required for ALL campers. NOTE: ALL OTHER FEES ARE DUE IN FULL UPON REGISTRATION (EXTRA T-SHIRTS, SNACK SHACK, PIZZA FRIDAYS, REGISTRATION FEES, ETC.) WE CANNOT REFUND THE COST OF CAMP FOR THE VOLUNTARY WITHDRAWL OF A CAMPER DUE TO ILLNESS, VACATION, OR OTHER ABSENCE (TEMPORARY OR PERMANENT), OR FOR THE DISMISSAL OF A CAMPER.

CAMP FOR ONE, CAMP FOR ALLThe YMCA believes that every child should have the opportunity to enjoy a summer camp experience. As a non-profit organization, the Greater Morristown YMCA offers a financial assistance program that provides help to families who cannot afford the full price of camp.Through generous donations and special events, the Greater Morristown YMCA provided 90 children with scholarships to camp last year, which totaled close to $80,000 in assistance. When you register your child for camp this year, please consider making a donation. Your financial assistance does more than send kids to camp - you’ll ensure another child will have the best summer ever. The Y. So Much More™.

LUNCHCampers may bring their bagged lunch or purchase lunch through Simply Gourmet Lunches. Parents can customize their camper’s lunches from a menu of features on-line at https://www.simplygourmetlunches.com. Simply Gourmet will deliver the lunch to camp with your child’s name on the box. You can choose the days, lunch entree, and any additional sides. Lunches start at around $5/day. Allergy free foods are available too! Everyone is welcomed to purchase pizza on our Pizza Fridays, however, you must submit your money no later than Wednesday of the week prior. Snack Shack is not included in the cost of lunch and can be purchased separately. Simply Gourmet lunch is not available to Little Owls or Kinder Campers, however, they may participate in Pizza Fridays. Lunch is not available on field trip days.

Y-ZONES FAMOUS SNACK SHACK (nut-free)Cool afternoon snacks are available for weekly purchase. Ice pops and camper favorite snacks will be available -- no need to pack one! You can pre-purchase for $5/week or send your camper in with $1/day. Camp employees are not responsible for lost money or for campers choosing their own snacks.

WHAT TO BRING EACH DAY Campers should bring the following each day:• Lunch (if not purchasing through Simply Gourmet)

• Snack• Water bottle• Closed toed shoes

On swim days, campers should pack:• Towel• Swim Suit

PLEASE LABEL EVERYTHING! We are not responsible for any lost items. Misplaced items will be kept in our Lost & Found area for a limited amount of time.

WHAT NOT TO BRING• Items of value to you or your child; toy guns; personal

items such as cell phones, tablets, Pokémon trading cards, toys, etc.

TO THE Y-ZONE

HEALTH HISTORY FORMYour child will not be able to attend camp without the completed & signed Registration/Health & History Form. Forms must be stamped and dated by your Pediatrician’s office before your child starts camp.

• Bug Spray• Sunscreen• Camp T-Shirt

• Goggles• Plastic bag for wet clothes

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CAMP Y-ZONE INFORMATION (Grades 1-8)Summer is a time for your camper(s) to make friends, have fun, learn and grow, but most of all, BE HAPPY! Our camp allows your child the freedom to do all that and then some!

OUR CAMP OFFERS:• Great, convenient hours for the working parent. Normal

hours for preschool to 6th grade are 8:00am to 6:00pm (most camps offer hours until 4:00pm and charge for after care, however, we include it in the tuition!) Y Travelers hours are 8:30am to 5:00pm

• An early drop-off option of 7:15am is available for $35/week.

• Convenient drop-off and pick-up from your car (think valet!). Pick-up may be at our 6 Saddle Road location (tbd)

• Weekly age appropriate field trips• Recreational swim at the YMCA and outdoor facilities• Specialty camps like STEM, art, cooking classes are part

of the tuition and located at our newest facility, 6 Saddle Road.

• Theme weeks!• Ice cream Fridays!• Our staff is experienced, well trained, and love their job!• Seasoned camp directors and supervisors• When campers are seniors in high school, they are eligible

to apply for the Annual Y-Zone College Scholarship.

Y-ZONE YOUTH ANNEX CAMP FACILITYOpened in 2016, the Y-Zone Youth Annex was created specifically for camp and is located just around the corner from The Greater Morristown YMCA and our new 6 Saddle Road facility in Cedar Knolls. The Zone is 6,000 square feet in size and located on 3 acres of property, the Y-Zone has everything a kid needs to have the best summer ever!

• Soccer/sports field • Shaded picnic area

NEW! 6 SADDLE ROAD FACILITYOpened officially for the start of camp in 2019, this beautiful new facility boasts a dedicated art room, STEM room, an instructional kitchen (see below) and more!

• Basketball gym (see below)• GaGa Pit

Above: one of the Y-Zone’s large multi-purpose rooms

Above: Overlooking the Y-Zone’s 3 outdoor acres

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2020 WEEKLY CAMP THEMES There’s no hiding the fact that we REALLY get into our weekly camp themes! The camp will embrace the topics each week in the various stations, including cooking, art, STEM, and gross motor activities. We look forward to creating new memories!

WEEK # 1: CAMPING..........................June 22nd - June 26thEnjoy our kick-off week with some good, old-fashioned camping fun! We will be singing campfire songs, participating in team building activities and learning about camp life!

WEEK # 2: HOLLYWOOD....................June 29th - July 3rd*We will be rolling out the red carpet for our campers this week! Our campers will see what it feels like to be famous with their own personal paparazzi. *No camp on Friday, July 3rd.

WEEK # 3: SUPERHERO........................July 6th - July 10thCampers will put their thinking caps on this week while they develop and create their very own superhero! What will they look like? What superpower will they have? Will they use it for good or evil?

WEEK # 4: OCEAN LIFE....................July 13th - July 17thThis week will be full of games like, “Sharks and Minnows.” Campers will also enjoy ocean-themed charades, arts and crafts, and other great activities. We will also enjoy some wet games this week!

WEEK # 5: OLYMPIC GAMES..............July 20th - July 24thDon’t just watch the Olympics, be in the Olympics this summer! Each group of campers will compete in our very own Y-Zone Summer Camp Olympic Games! Bronze, silver, and gold medals will be awarded to our participants!

WEEK # 6: SURVIVOR...........................July 27th - July 31stEach “tribe” will compete in challenges and puzzles each day, winning points for their tribe. Campers will learn survival skills and how to work with each other in order to succeed.

WEEK # 7: DISNEY WEEK.............August 3rd - August 7thWho needs Walt Disney when we have our very own campers? They will be creating their very own theme park this week. They will brainstorm new rides, attractions, and games!

WEEK # 8: SAFARI WEEK........August 10th - August 14thGet wild this week! Learn all about different animals, play animal themed games, create animal art, and explore cool, colorful critters from around the world!

WEEK # 9: AROUND THE WORLD.August 17th - August 21stClose out the summer with some cultural experiences including games like, “Name the Nation!” We will discover sports and games played in other areas of the world!Themes are subject to change at any time.

CAMP DESCRIPTIONS & RATE INFORMATIONThe Greater Morristown YMCA runs camps for children of all ages. See below for information on our camps. Little Owls and Kinder Camp take place at the Richard F. Blake Children’s Center, located at 65 Horsehill Road in Cedar Knolls (right next to the Greater Morristown YMCA). We are proud to offer summer camp with 3, 4, or 5 day options for Little Owls, Kinder Camp, and Grades 1-6. We offer an early bird special if you register before April 30th. Rates increase on May 1st. We also offer sibling discounts as well as Greater Morristown YMCA Member / Non-Member rates.

Y-ZONE CAMPERS (Grades 1-6)Our philosophy is simple: put play in their day! Young campers are interested in fun, activities, exploring, laughing and making friends. At Camp Y-Zone we are interested in that too - plus safety, caring, learning, growing, and bringing out the best in your child. We’ve created the perfect blend in our Y-Zone Camp so your child will have fun all summer long.

# Days

GMY Member Rates

by 4/30, after 4/30

GMY Member Sibling Rate

by 4/30, after 4/30

Non-Member Rates

by 4/30, after 4/30

5 $340 / $350 $330 / $340 $345 / $355

4 $300 / $310 $290 / $300 $305 / $315

3 $250 / $260 $240 / $250 $255 / $265

Y TRAVELER’S CLUB (Grades 7-8) - NEW!Campers will travel to exciting attactions in NY, PA, and NJ, visiting amusement parks, water parks, hiking, etc. Trips may include some of the following: Bush Kill Falls, Sky Zone, Dave and Busters, Rollerskating, Ice skating, Hershey Park, Dorney Park, Point Pleasant, etc. The hours for the Y Travelers Club are 8:30am to 5:00pm. There are no 3 or 4 day options, only a 5 day option. There is a minimum requirement of 20 campers PER WEEK in order for this program to run. After care is not available.

Y TRAVELER’S CLUB RATES (Grades 7 & 8)GMY Member

Rates

by 4/30, after 4/30

Non-Member Rates

by 4/30, after 4/30

$480 / $490 $500 / $510

Y TRAVELER’S CLUB SESSIONS• Week 3 July 6th - July 10th• Week 4 July 13th - July 17th• Week 5 July 20th - July 24th• Week 6 July 27th - July 31st• Week 7 August 3rd - August 7th

Y TRAVELERS: If you sign up for all 5 sessions at once, you receive a $10/week discount, totalling $50. The total cost for 5 sessions is $2,350 (when purchased all together). Non-member rate for all 5 sessions is $2,450. These fees include busing to and from the activities as well as tickets.

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A DAY IN THE LIFE OF A CAMPERRain or shine, the Y-Zone Camp has plenty of fun in store for your camper! Campers will enjoy a structured day, packed with tons of activities. This schedule excludes Y-Travelers.

TIME EVENT DESCRIPTION

8:00am-9:00am

Drop-off & pre-camp activities

Campers will be picked up from your car and brought to their designated play stations. Early drop off option of 7:15am is available. You will be provided with a pin for your camper which you will use at drop-off and pick-up.

9:15am - 9:30am

Daily Kick Off Meeting & Camp Challenges

Directors, counselors, and campers will meet to kick off the day and unveil the schedule of fun activities. Campers will split their time between the Y-Zone, 6 Saddle Road, the YMCA, and various field trips.

9:30am - 3:45pm

Block Scheduling Campers will enjoy dedicated art classes, STEM, brain games, sports, swimming, cooking, outdoor play, and weekly field trips. Lunch will be eaten between 11:30-1:00pm.

3:30pm - 4:00pm

Snack Shack Campers will have the opportunity to purchase snacks for $1/day. Snack Shack can also be ordered ahead of time.

4:00pm - 6:00pm

Pick-up time Campers will await their rides in their designated play stations where we provide a variety of activities inside and outside. Counselors will escort your camper(s) directly to your car so that you don’t even have to park!

PLEASE NOTE: We recommend you drop your camper(s) off no later than 9:00am and pick up your camper(s) from 4:00pm on. Should you need to pick up your camper(s) prior to 4:00pm, please inform the Camp Director at drop-off that morning or via email at: camp@morristownymca.org. Schedules are subject to change at any time. Late fees will be charged if camper is picked up after 6:00pm.

FUN TIMES AT CAMP Y-ZONE!There’s lots of fun to be had on any given day at Camp Y-Zone! From cooking, to art, swimming, to STEM, your camper will surely have a blast!

Above: our budding artist’s creations from 2019 summer camp

Above (clockwise): Campers enjoying the new instructional cooking kitchen; outdoor field time at the Y-Zone; fun arts and crafts; soccer time at the Y-Zone; field trip to Glass Works! Below left: a camper cools off at Streeter Pool! Below right: campers love it when the Kona Ice truck comes to visit!

LITTLE OWLS & KINDER CAMPOur youngest campers are located next door to the Greater Morristown YMCA at our Richard F. Blake Children’s Center. The center is located in a park like setting and includes 20,000 square feet of classrooms, outdoor playgrounds and our “Little Honey” indoor playland gym. We offer small group sizes with low teacher-to-child ratios. The Richard F. Blake Children’s Center is located at 65 Horsehill Road in Cedar Knolls.

LITTLE OWLS (ages 3-4)This full day camp program for children ages 3-4 lets them experience a little bit of the Blake Center. Children in this program must be fully potty-trained. A daily, healthy snack is included in the weekly rate. Little Owls must bring their own bagged lunch and drinks, however, are invited to participate in Pizza Fridays for a small fee. The Blake center is a nut-free environment and is strictly enforced. Campers enjoy:• Outdoor water play• Playground time• Story time• Music activities• Themed activities• Rock climbing wall• Swim lessons are available if the Little Owls is in Preschool

II or III and s/he is enrolled on a swim lesson day.

KINDER CAMP (starting Kindergarten in Sept. 2020)This full day camp program is for children who are eligible to enter Kindergarten in September 2020. Our Kinder Campers take daily adventure walks to visit the YMCA playground and pool for recreational swim. Kinder Campers must bring their own snack, drinks, and bagged lunch (lunch is not available for purchase), however children are invited to participate in Pizza Fridays for a small fee. The Blake Center is a nut- free environment and is strictly enforced. Nut-free Snack Shack options are available for a minimal daily fee. Kinder Campers enjoy:• Weekly themed activities• Arts and crafts• Field trips• Rock climbing wall• Science themes and activities• Recreational swimming at YMCA• Swim lessons (for an additional fee after recreational

swim. There are a limited amount of slots available).

Above pictures: the Blake Center’s outdoor playground & indoor gymnasium

WEEKLY RATES......................

# Days

GMY Member Rates

by 4/30, after 4/30

GMY Member Sibling Rate

by 4/30, after 4/30

Non-Member Rates

by 4/30, after 4/30

5 $340 / $350 $330 / $340 $345 / $355

4 $300 / $310 $290 / $300 $305 / $315

3 $250 / $260 $240 / $250 $255 / $265

KINDER CAMP & LITTLE OWLS 2020 CAMP SESSION DATES

Kinder Camp and Little Owls camp will start the week of June 29th and will end August 21st, 2020.

REGISTRATION INFORMATIONAn early drop off option of 7:15am is available for $35/week per camper. A non-refundable registration fee of $50 is required for ALL campers. There are NO refunds given on deposits or payments. Registration forms are available at the front desk of the Richard F. Blake Children’s Center and Greater Morristown YMCA, or on-line at greatermorristownymca.org. Please call 973.984.2255 for additional information. No child will be able to attend camp without the completed & signed Registration/Health & History Form. Forms must be stamped and dated by your Pediatrician’s office and sent in before your child starts camp. Kinder Campers must wear shirts every day. You may purchase additional shirts for $8/each.

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THE GREATER MORRISTOWN YMCA79 Horsehill Road, Cedar Knolls, NJ 07927P 973.267.0704 www.greatermorristownymca.org

2020 SUMMER CAMP REGISTRATION INFO.Summer Camp registration begins Saturday, January 11, 2020 at 9:00am at the YMCA’s Member Services Desk. Applications must be fully completed or they will be returned to you, thus delaying your camper’s reservation. A 50% deposit of camp fees is required at time of registration. The remaining 50% deposit is due before May 1, 2020, in order to obtain the early registration discount. As of May 1, 2020, 100% of the bill is due or is subject to the price increase. A $50 registration fee is required for ALL campers. Fees are NON-REFUNDABLE. Call 973.267.0704 for more information.

Our camp facilities are located just around the corner from our main YMCA building (1/2 mile) in Cedar Knolls and just 10 minutes from 287. The Greater Morristown YMCA (79 Horsehill Road); The Richard F. Blake Children’s Center (65 Horsehill Road); 6 Saddle Road; the Y-Zone Youth Annex (25 Saddle Road).

CONVENIENT LOCATION!

CAMP CONTACTSY-ZONE YOUTH ANNEX (Grades 1-8)Christine Wyckoff, Camp Director25 Saddle Road, Cedar Knolls, NJ 07927e-mail: camp@morristownymca.orgTel: 973.998.9199

LITTLE OWLS & KINDER CAMP (Ages 3-5)Ashley Kindberg or Rose McGeough65 Horsehill Road, Cedar Knolls, NJ 07927e-mail: blake@morristownymca.orgTel: 973.984.2255