YWCA - Marshfield - Summer Camp


		Marshfield, Massachusetts Ferry Hill Road, 02050 office@ywcamarshfield.org ph:781-834-8371 fax: 781-837-9904

Registration begins March 1 for the YWCA Day Camp June 23 - August 8 2008. Registration is dated by postmark or date delivered to YWCA. After 12 noon on any day, the date delivered will be considered the following day.

When registering, there will be a $10 registration fee. This is not refundable for any reason.

The new registration method below is due to the large number of last minute cancellations in 2007.

For EACH WEEK requested for each camper a $50 deposit will be required. Deposits will only be refunded if the reservation for the week is cancelled before May 1, 2008. Deposits are non-transferable.

Don't forget, immunization records must be sent WITH the registration form. No registration form will be dated until there is an immunization record for the camper.

Cost Per Week of Camp

Camp Registration Form

After Camp Swim Lessons Form

	9am - 3pm	9am - 4pm	9am - 5pm	8am - 9am
5 yrs. Old - Grade 6	$130	$155	$180	+$20
Week of June 30th only	$104	$120	$140	+$16

» Registration Forms: Forms must be postmarked or delivered no earlier than March 1. Registration forms need to include current immunization records and deposit for action to be taken.

If you haven't done so yet, get an updated immunization now!

» Fees must be paid on a weekly basis by 9 am the Monday before the week of camp.

» There is no camp July 4. The cost of camp that week is listed above.

» There is no extended care the last day of camp 8/8.
» Camp closes at 3pm.

Extended Hours
Extended hours must be arranged and paid for one week
ahead of time. Early arrival time of 8am is available to any
camper for an additional weekly fee of $20. Afternoon extended hours cost $25 per camper per week if extended
to 4 PM, or $50 per camper per week if extended to 5 PM.
Prompt pickup is required at the times chosen. Pickups
after 5pm will incur a cost of $10 per child for each 15
minute segment or portion thereof. Pickup between 5 and
5:15 will be $10 per child. Pickup between 5:15 and 5:30
will be $20 per child. To receive the weekly rate the cost
must be prepaid with camp fees. ON AN EMERGENCY
BASIS ONLY, and only when available, EXTENDED AFTERNOON HOURS ON A DAILY BASIS ARE $10 PER
HOUR PER CAMPER. Camp closes that day at 3 PM.

Ages & Schedule
For DAY CAMP children must be at
least 5 years old before September 1,
2008. The maximum age is those finishing grade 6 or not yet old enough
for CIT 1. Day Camp runs from June
23 to August 8, 2008.

For Counselor In Training (CIT 1) youth must be at least 13 by June 30, 2008 or get permission from the director of the program. The CIT program is June 30- July 3, plus 2 weeks of
internship during the camp season.

Activities
ACTIVITIES all emphasize noncompetitive personal achievement
and fun. Campers are grouped by
grade and spend until early afternoon
rotating through our activities including
a SWIMMING LESSON, archery, crafts, group games, nature activities and drama. Afternoon includes FREE SWIM, allcamp activities and special events, and intergroup games.

Swim Activities
SWIM ACTIVITIES are in our 20 x 40 x 3.5 feet deep in ground pool! Your child must participate in morning lessons in order to take part in afternoon free swim. Any swimming problems should be resolved with the Swimming Director.

After Camp Swim Lessons are $50 for each two week sessions.
Session I - June 23 - July 3
Session II - July 7 - 17
Session III - July 21 - July 31

So that swimmers give all their attention to the instructor, we ask that you stay out of sight during lessons. You can visit on the final lesson or each session. There will be a seating area available.

Print the Swim Registration Form

Administration of Medication
Prescribed medication to be taken during camp must be in the original container with the complete pharmacy
label. This label must contain date, name of the patient, must identify pharmacy, pharmacist and physician, must show name of medication with directions for use and precautions. Over the counter medication must be in the original container, contain the original label and the directions for use. We cannot accept medication unless in the original container. We cannot administer medication requiring refrigeration.

Weeks of Camp
June 23 - June 27
June 30 - July 3 (four day week)
July 7 - July 11
July 14 - July 18
July 21 - July 25
July 28 - August 1
August 4 - August 8

Counselors
Counselors receive extensive training
in techniques for working with children
and in the skills of the activities
taught at camp. We follow state
guidelines on the ratio of instructors to
campers with 1 to 5 for those under 6
and 1 to 10 for those ages 6-14.
Many of our counselors are former
YWCA campers here and even more
have taken part in our CIT program. This camp complies with all the regulations of the Massachusetts Department
of Public Health and is licensed
by the Marshfield Board of Health.
Most counselors have CPR and First
Aid training.

Counselor In Training Program
For youth who will be at least 13 by June 30, 2008, the YWCA offers a counselor in training (CIT) program. CIT 1 is a 3 week program. The first week (June 30 -July 3) is spent in training with Betsy Budd, assistant director of the camp. Two more weeks are spent actually working in groups with campers and counselors. These two weeks are scheduled individually with each CIT. The program includes reviewing skills for activities used at camp, training in how to teach these skills, leadership development emphasizing respect for others, encouraging development of self-esteem and positive reinforcement techniques. There is also training in safety and techniques for dealing with and resolving conflict. To register fill out the enclosed camp registration form and mail to the YWCA with a check for $200; an additional form asking for more information will be sent with confirmation letter. CIT TWO is open by invitation to those who successfully completed CIT ONE or are eligible (15 years old) to be a junior counselor but have not completed a counselor in training program here or elsewhere.

Location
The YWCA is in the northeast section
of Marshfield near Humarock.
We are on 10 acres on the North
River marsh. If there is a breeze
anywhere we have it! Our facilities
include a converted barn with plenty
of space for indoor activities.

Camperships
The YWCA, with the help of local
churches, PTOs and service organizations, awards a free week of camp to at least 2 campers each week and WELCOMES DONATIONS to increase the number of camperships
we award.

Volunteer Talents
Use the registration card to indicate
your willingness to share skills and
knowledge with the camp informally.
We are particularly interested in instruction in tennis, drama, nature, music and cooking.

Work Exchange
Kitchen Mom or Dad: A free week of camp is available in exchange for one weeks work. Responsibilities are to supervise and clean the kitchen 2 hours a day and to do grocery shopping usually once or twice during the week. Arts and Crafts Parent receives $175 or 3 weeks of camp credit in exchange for teaching and coordinating the arts and crafts activities for one week of camp. Hours are approximately 8:45 am to 1:30 pm. Work exchanges are also available for talent specialists willing to spend 10 - 15 hours per week working with campers.

Carpools
The YWCA does not provide transportation for campers. Names and
addresses of campers are available in the office at the YWCA to assist parents in organizing carpools.