During weeks 2-9, the YMCA runs Specialty Camps, which provide children with a deep focus on one topic for the whole week. Here's our schedule for the summer:
SUPER SCIENCE
Weeks 2 & 8 :
Explore the fun and fundamentals of all things science. Experiment with ordinary things that combine to melt into goop, ooze, fizz, bang, bounce or bubble. Some of these concoctions are even good to eat!
CAMP CHEFS
Weeks 3 & 7 :
Campers will sauté, simmer, and slice; bake, blend and braise. The chefs will
create an assortment of dishes and desserts, learning how to spice them up and serve them with style.
CRITTER U!
Week 4: An introduction to animal care plus animal-themed arts, crafts, games, visits from Animal Ambassadors, along with an opportunity to learn and practice the basics of animal training. At the end of the week campers will be able to adopt a WWF endangered species.
KAMPING KIDS
Week 5:
Back by popular demand! Explore the great outdoors! Campers will learn how to make a fire, pitch a tent, use a compass on hikes, tie knots, learn camping first aid... Nature here we come! To end the week, campers will participate in an overnight camping adventure!
MULTI-SPORT
Week 6:
Each day campers will learn and develop sports specific skills to compete in fun and unique sports and games! Sports Include: Lacrosse, street hockey, cricket, volleyball, badminton, pickle ball, golf, disc golf, rowing and track & field events. Games include: cup stacking, buckethead, bobblehead, bouncer, blind ball, caddy stack, card houses, tea cup topper and more!
HOMETOWN HEROES
Week 9:
Back by popular demand! Campers recognize and appreciate community heroes through hands-on education. Campers will meet with various heroes ranging from dentists to firefighters to policemen, and round out the week with a community service project, joining the ranks of the local champions.
