Celebrating 87 Yearsof Camping

Camp Activities May Include:ArcheryRock ClimbingPool TimeRiver SwimInner-tubingCapture the FlagGa-Ga BallArts & CraftsMountain BikingHorse Trail Ride

2013 Theme Weeks:  Session 1 - Board GamesSession 2 - FantasySession 3 - Totally TunesSession 4 - All-idaysSession 5 - Around the WorldSession 6 - Time TravelSession 7 - Camp Collins Goes WestSession 8 - Star WarsSession 9 - Disney

A Day at Camp:7:00 AM - Wake up7:45 AM - Flag Raising8:00 AM - Breakfast9:15 AM - Chapel (non denominational, value-based)9:45 AM - Activity 1 (Morning Questor Specialty)10:55 AM - Activity 2 (Morning Questor Specialty)12:20 PM - Lunch1:00 PM - Siesta2:00 PM - Activity 3 (Afternoon Questor Specialty)3:10 PM - Activity 4 (Afternoon Questor Specialty)4:20 PM - Activity 55:30 PM - Flag Lowering5:45 PM - Dinner6:45 PM - Evening Unit Activity8:00 PM - All Camp Activity9:30 PM - Embers10:00 PM - Sweet Dreams

Open House Dates:Sunday, April 21st From 2-4 PMSunday, May 19th From 2-4 PM

Horse Corral RideA Campout Under the StarsBoulderingGroup GamesInitiatives4 SquareBasketballHikingNature StudiesCampfire

YMCA Camp Collins

3001 SE Oxbow Pkwy

Gresham, OR 97080

YMCA CAMP COLLINS

P 503.663.5813

F 503.663.2323

www.ymcacw.org

Overnight Camps, Day Camps,

Teen Camps, Teen Trip Camps

and Family Camps

2013 Programs

YMCA CAMP COLLINS

www.ymcacw.org

503.663.5813

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FOR YOUTH DEVELOPMENT®

FOR HEALTHY LIVING

FOR SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY

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Located just 40 minutesfrom downtown Portlandalong the Sandy River

Located just 40 minutesfrom downtown Portlandalong the Sandy River

Early Bird Savings end February 1, 2013

Day Camps - Entering Grades 1-6Day camp at Camp Collins is a great way for kids to make new friends, try newthings and have fun in a natural environment under the guidance of positiverole models. Whether you are looking for an introduction to summer camp foryour camper, or a child care option with a twist, Camp Collins Day Camp is agreat option for intentional programs in a gorgeous setting. Daily activitiesinclude rock climbing, archery, arts & crafts, capture the flag and much more.Day camp runs Monday through Friday and includes a value-based chapel withresident campers each day, an hour of swimming in the pool each day, and aspecial day camp campfire experience on Friday. Lunch is provided daily, alongwith a morning and afternoon snack. For your convenience, we offer multipletransportation options:

• Pick up and drop off at Camp Collins.

• Bus to and from: NE Portland (TBD), Sunnyside Elementary School (Clackamas),Gresham United Methodist Church

(note: horseback riding offered during week 9 only)

Family Camps – For All!Memorial Day and Labor Day Weekends

Bringing together family units of all kinds, Family Camp is a great opportunityfor quality time in a comfortable, natural setting. Kids and adults of all ageswill play and relax as staff, focused on service and building relationships, takecare of your needs. Days are filled with choices of fun and healthy activitiessuch as rock climbing, archery, capture the flag, challenge course elements, arts& crafts and campfire. Memorial Day hosts the excitement of a family squaredance and hay rides through the ancient Oxbow Park forest. Labor Day providesthe opportunity for rafting on the Sandy River and swimming in the pool.

The mission of the YMCA of Columbia-Willamette is to

put the Christian principles of love, respect, honesty,

responsibility and service into practice through programs

that build a healthy spirit, mind and body for all.

Staff ExcellenceAt Camp Collins we intentionally create an environment designed to engage the entireperson, mind, body and spirit, with the goal of leading them to become their best. Thisclimate is brought to life through hiring positive role models. Staff are selected for theirstrong work ethic, leadership, communication skills and ability to put others needs beforetheir own. All staff complete an extensive application and interview process includingreference and background checks. All staff are First Aid and CPR certified and participatein an all camp and job specific onsite training. Our directors work alongside staff toprovide continuous feedback and coaching through formal and informal evaluations.

Developing AssetsThe camp program provides positive learning experiences, or teachable moments, throughwhich our staff role model, teach and practice our core values of love, respect, honesty,responsibility and service. Through these experiences, campers develop assets in theareas of friendship, family citizenship, teamwork, responsibility and leadership. With afocus on youth development and nurturing the potential of every child and teen, ourgoal is to help campers become healthy, caring and responsible.

Trusted TraditionCamp Collins is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA). ACA is a nationallyrecognized community of camp professionals and a leading authority in youth development.As an ACA Accredited camp, YMCA Camp Collins has committed to a thorough reviewprocess of every aspect of our operations. Through this process, Camp Collins has metor exceeded up to 500 standards in the areas of health, safety and program quality. Ourmembership with ACA demonstrates we are dedicated to promoting growth and fun in anenvironment devoted to safety and excellence.

IgnitingPassion

At Camp Collins we believe that…• camp should be a fun and

challenging resource, richwith learningopportunities for theentire community.

• we should beresponsive to thediversity andneeds of ourcommunity.

• it is important to providea climate for growth,new friendships andself-discovery withinsafe boundaries.

A great introduction to the overnight campexperience. Living in single gender cabins in amixed gender village, “Pio” campers get a taste ofwhat camp has to offer, including swimming, rockclimbing, horseback riding, archery and much more.Campers also enjoy an overnight camp-out underthe stars. Pioneer Mini Camp available 3a & 3b.(note: overnight camp-out not included in 3b)

“Expo” campers experience allthe camp activities of the Pioneercamp and more, such as a horsetrail ride and an inner tube floatdown the Sandy River. While livingin one of a kind Hobbit Village,campers build positive friendshipsand practice teamwork.

PioneerUNIT

ExplorerUNIT

QuestorUNITEntering Grades 2-4 Entering Grades 5-6 Entering Grades 7-9

R E S I D E N T S U M M E R C A M P

Teen Camp

Entering Grades 9-11

(two-week sessions)

Teen Camp is for oldercampers who want anextended experiencefull of opportunitiesfor personal growthand fun. The sessionemphasizes self-discovery, teamwork,personal responsibilityand positivecommunication.During the secondweek of the session,teens will have theopportunity to usetheir newly learnedskills and enhancetheir friendships byparticipating in a two-day rafting adventureon the DeschutesRiver.

Teen XL(eXtreme Leadership)

Entering Grades 10-12

(two-week sessions)

The Teen XL program is agroup-based experientiallearning program for camperswho are seeking adventureand an introduction toleadership. By workingtogether on the challengecourse, planning andimplementing a service project,and leading activities in thecamp community, these teenswill strengthen their leadershipand communication styleswhile enjoying the excitementof summer camp. This programincludes a three-day, counselorled backpacking trip throughstunning NW terrain. Camperswill receive an introduction toorienteering, outdoor livingand Leave No Trace ethics.

Teen ExpeditionCampPack or Paddle

Entering Grades 10-12

(one-week sessions)

Looking for a greatadventure in theoutdoors? Look no further!Start off your week atCamp Collins on thechallenge courseexperiencing high elementsand team building withyour group. Stay in ateepee while at camp, thenhead out to enjoy eitherthree days of paddling akayak in the Puget Soundor backpacking for fourdays. Campers will receivean introduction toorienteering, outdoorliving and Leave No Traceethics.

Counselors In Training(C.I.T.’s)

Entering Grades 11-12

(two or three-week sessions)

The CIT program is for mature campers whoare ready to begin the journey towardsbecoming an excellent camp counselor. Thisprogram is designed to help older teens developand practice vital characteristics of leadershipand mentoring. CIT's will utilize the challengecourse to hone in on key facets of leadingyouth such as clear communication, buildingtrust, positive feedback and asking for help.The Camp Collins CIT program emphasizesunderstanding children, respecting diversity,leadership skills and the YMCA core values.

The three-week program includes a tour oflocal camps and a nationally recognizedCPR/First Aid certification. A CIT applicationand interview are required and provide goodpractice for potential CITs. *Completion of anapplication and participation in the interviewdoes not guarantee placement in the CITprogram.

T E E N P R O G R A M S

For additional information on each program, financial assistance and online registration visit

www.ymcacw.org.

Questor Specialties

A specialty is a program area of focus inwhich Questors spend 2.5 hours a day (5hours on Friday) building skills andknowledge through a progressive, in-depthcurriculum. We do our best to give eachQuestor their 1st or 2nd choice specialty.Specialty choices: Aquatics, ChallengeCourse, Horses, Rock Climbing, WildernessLiving Skills, Mountain Biking, Drama. Forspecialty program details and availabilityplease visit www.ymcacw.org.

Questors are the oldest of the week-longresident campers, and focus on skills suchas role modeling, making positive choicesand taking personal responsibility. Livingin extraordinary Treetops Village, campersengage in a team building day with theircabin mates on the challenge course,develop skills through their Specialty, andenjoy traditional camp activities.