Summer Camp 2016 - Leaning Tower YMCA

2016 Leaning Tower YMCAleaningtowerymca.org

JOIN THE FUN!SUMMER DAY CAMP

FRIENDSHIP. ACCOMPLISHMENT. BELONGING.Remember the fun of summer when you were

a kid? Exploring the outdoors, spending time with

friends, playing games and splashing in the pool?

At Y camp, we create an exciting, safe

environment for kids to have an unforgettable

summer of fun. And while they’re taking part in

unique experiences and adventures, they’re also

building self-esteem, developing interpersonal skills

and making lasting friendships and memories.

Summer is just around the corner,

so sign up at the membership desk today!

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CAMP SESSION DATES We offer a variety of camps to meet your child's individual interests and needs. Please refer to the specific camp listings for a detailed description of the activities, dates, times and fees.

Week 1 Jun 6-10Week 2 Jun 13-17Week 3 Jun 20-24Week 4 Jun 27-Jul 1Week 5 Jul 5-8*Week 6 Jul 11-15Week 7 Jul 18-22Week 8 Jul 25-29Week 9 Aug 1-5Week 10 Aug 8-12Week 11 Aug 15-19Week 12 Aug 22-26

*No Camp Mon, Jul 4*

INFORMATION PACKETS Camper Emergency Information Packets can be picked up at the Member Service Desk or found online at www.leaningtowerymca.org and MUST BE filled out and returned to the Director by May 1, 2016. Camper cannot attend camp until all forms are completed and returned.

REGISTRATION DATES Members: Feb 8 Non-members: Feb 29

Included in the price of Summer Camp:• YMCA camp T-shirt• All field trips• Pre and Post-Camp Hours for full-day camp (not

available for half-day camps)

CAMP LEADERSHIP Megan Granger Youth & Family Program Director 847.410.5124 [email protected]

Michelle Aleksic Youth & Family Coordinator 847.410.5115 [email protected]

Health, Wellness and Sports Director 847.410.5138

Leaning Tower YMCA

Professionally Trained StaffOur caring counselors are professional role models

ACA AccreditedWe maintain the highest standards regarding program safety and quality

SwimmingKids cool off in the pool under the close watch of lifeguards

Healthy Kids FocusDedicated to building healthy, confident, connected and secure children

Financial Assistance AvailableWe believe every child should have the opportunity to experience Y camp

Extended Care AvailableBefore and after hours to accommodate working parents

Field TripsUnique opportunities to explore nature and experience new places

22 Locations in ChicagolandClose to where you live and work

6300 W. Touhy Ave., Niles, IL 60714 847.410.5108 www.leaningtowerymca.org

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SUMMER CAMP AMBASSADOR PROGRAM Did your kids have a great time at Leaning Tower YMCA Summer Camps last summer? Help us spread the word and become a camp ambassador. You can help by attending a meeting, putting out a yard sign, wearing a promo T-shirt and/or distributing flyers in the area. Call Megan Granger, Youth & Family Program Director, at 847.410.5124 for more details!

ACA STAFF RATIOS Camper Age Staff to Campers

3-5 1 to 66-8 1 to 89-15 1 to 10

LIABILITY STATEMENT The YMCA of Metropolitan Chicago does not carry medical, accidental or loss of personal property insurance for any program participants, due to the fact that it would drastically increase the cost of our program fees. Please review the insurance policies that protect you and your family to be certain that proper coverage is in place.

FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE YMCA programs and activities are designed to benefit people of all backgrounds. Fees are based on the cost of providing each program. Our policy is to never turn away anyone because of their inability to pay. Scholarships are awarded based upon the applicant's demonstrated ability to pay and the availability of the Leaning Tower YMCA resources. The deadline for all financial assistance applications is May 1, 2016.

Third Party Payments: Organizations such as Day Care Action Council and Action For Children also provide financial assistance to families. When organizations such as these are utilized for third party payments by camp families, approval must be received PRIOR to the camper starting the program or the family will have to pay the camp fee in full. Parents using AFC please plan accordingly and begin application process at least 30 days in advance.

FEES, TRANSFERS, CANCELLATIONS, REFUNDS For Y's Kids Camp, Kindergarten Camp, Adventure Camp, Teen Camp, and LIT camp a $25 non-refundable, non-transferable deposit must be paid for each week you register your child(ren) to secure their spot in that week of camp. This fee is credited toward your camp fees. The remaining balance will be due according to the schedule below. Payment will be due in full for any new registrations after the scheduled payment date.

Camp Week Payment Due Weeks 1-4 May 15Weeks 5-8 Jun 15Weeks 9-12 Jul 15

• Bills not paid by the due dates shown will be subject to a $30 late fee. If campers still have outstanding fees on the Tuesday of the week be-fore the session registered, the reserved camper spot(s) could be lost.

• Cancellations/Refunds/Credits: For cancellation of Y's Kids Camp, Kindergarten Camp, Adventure Camp, Teen Camp, and LIT Camp refunds/credits are available prior to June 1, 2016 excluding the $25 deposit which is non-refundable, non-trans-ferable. For cancellation of specialty/sport camps/clinics, a $15 registration fee will be deducted from the refund/credit and must be cancelled prior to the week before the camp starts. There are no credits or refunds for missed days.

• Switching Weeks: In order to maintain staff/camper ratios, camps can only be switched or transferred prior to June 1, 2016 or the full balance will be due for both weeks.

• PAYMENT IS DUE IN FULL AT THE TIME OF REGISTRATION FOR ALL SPECIALTY CAMPS AND SPORT CAMPS AND CLINICS.

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SUMMER CAMP

Y'S KIDS CAMP Age: 3-4 Camp Hours: 9am-1pm Location: Kiddie Kollege Classroom Lower Level

Our Y's Kids Camp is the perfect place for your preschool-age camper to learn, play and grow. Y's Kids will provide your child with a safe and fun place to interact with other children, participate in games, songs, swim lessons and structured activities. Y's Kids will help develop your preschooler's physical, social and emotional skills. The Y's Kids also get to go on their own age-appropriate field trips! ALL Y'S KIDS CAMPERS MUST BE POTTY TRAINED. We have two enrollment options for Y's Kids Camp:

Camp Day M/NMY Kids Camp M-F $110/$150Y Kids Camp M/W/F $80/$120

KINDERGARTEN CAMP Age: Going into Kindergarten Camp Full-Day Hours: 9am-4pm Camp Part-Day Hours: 9am-1pm Location: Leaning Tower YMCA

Kindergarten Camp is our part- or full-day Summer Camp for children entering Kindergarten. At the Leaning Tower YMCA, campers will swim, engage in indoor and outdoor activities, and participate in age appropriate field trips. Kindergarten Camp

Camp Day M/NMFull-Day M-F $180/$220Part-Day M-F $133/$173

FREE Pre- and Post-Camp hours available for Full-Day Participants Only

Camp Time Location*Pre-Camp 7-9am LTY Back TrackPost-Camp 4-6pm LTY Back Track

*Weather permitting

ADVENTURE CAMP Pathfinders: Entering 1st-2nd grade Trailblazers: Entering 3rd-4th grade Pioneers: Entering 5th-6th grade Camp Hours: 9am-4pm Location: Leaning Tower Y and Bunker Hill Forest Preserve

Adventure Camp is our full-day Summer Camp for children entering grades one through six. Campers enjoy swimming and other indoor and outdoor activities at the Leaning Tower YMCA. We also walk to Bunker Hill Forest Preserve 2 days a week to participate in outdoor education and recreational activities.

Camp provides health and fitness activities every day for all campers to participate in; on Mondays we provide a specific Healthy Kids camp component where outside speakers and Y fitness staff lead camp in a workout. On Wednesdays, Adventure Camp goes on a fun field trip to local water parks, arcades or bowling alleys. Thursday is all-camp cookout day for campers to enjoy, featuring a different menu every week.

Camp Day M/NMAdventure Camp M-F $180/$220

FREE Pre- and Post-Camp hours availableCamp Time Location*

Pre-Camp 7-9am LTY Back TrackPost-Camp 4-6pm LTY Back Track

*Weather permitting

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TEEN CAMP Grade: Entering 7th-8th Camp Hours: 9am-4pm Location: Leaning Tower YMCA and Bunker Hill Forest Preserve

Our Teen Camp provides teens with a fun and safe environment in which to spend their summers. Teens get to participate in all of the exciting Adventure Camp activities such as swimming, all-camp cookouts and field trips. They also participate in community service activities and plan and run FUNdraisers, like bake sales and car washes to raise money for their end-of-the-summer field trip to SIX FLAGS GREAT AMERICA! Teens take part in health and fitness activities, such as Zumba and yoga and can develop their leadership skills through team-building activities and by assisting our Kindergarten counselors in leading activities for the younger campers!

Camp Day M/NMTeen Camp M-F $185/$225

FREE Pre- and Post-Camp hours availableCamp Time Location*


*Weather permitting

LEADERS IN TRAINING Grades: Entering 9th-10th Camp Hours: 9am-4pm Location: Leaning Tower YMCA

Before registering for this program, prospective Leaders in Training candidates must call Michelle Aleksic, Youth & Family Coordinator, to arrange an appointment for an interview. During the interview, responsibilities will be discussed and a job description reviewed.

Prospective Leaders must complete an application and submit a letter of recommendation from a teacher, coach, or pastor, etc. Leaders in Training will be assigned to a group of campers and will assist the counselors in the day-to-day activities including swimming and field trips. Although Leaders in Training is a paid program, our goal is to create a work place atmosphere for L.I.T.s to learn and gain life-like experiences in a work environment. Our Leaders in Training must possess a good attitude and be a positive role model for our younger campers.

Camp Day M/NMLIT M-F $100/$140

FREE Pre-and Post-Camp hours availableCamp Time Location*


*Weather permitting

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SPECIALTY CAMP

SPECIALTY CAMP DATES Some specialty camps are offered in multiple weeks, but the fee listed is for each session. All camps are held at the Leaning Tower YMCA, unless otherwise noted. Times will vary, please check each camp's individual description.

*We reserve the right to cancel Specialty Camps due to low enrollment. *No Camp Mon, Jul 4* Session Week/Date Camp Age

#1 Jun 6-10 NO SPECIALTY/SPORTS CAMPS#2 Jun 13-17 All Sorts of Sports Camp 6-10#3 Jun 20-24 Mad Scientist 6-8

Basketball Camp 6-10#4 Jun 27-Jul 1 Kids in the Kitchen 6-8

Flag Football Camp 6-10 #5 Jul 5-8 NO SPECIALTY/SPORTS CAMPS

#6 Jul 11-15 Lego (TM) Camp 5-7 & 8-10Floor Hockey Camp 6-10

#7 Jul 18-22 Darlin' Divas 6-8Soccer Camp 6-10

#8 Jul 25-29 Boys Will Be Boys 7-10Lacrosse Camp 6-10

#9 Aug 1-5 Tennis Camp 6-10#10 Aug 8-12 Flag Football Camp II 6-10#11 Aug 15-19 All Sorts of Sports Camp II 6-10#12 Aug 22-26 NO SPECIALTY/SPORTS CAMPS

MAD SCIENTIST Your camper will have the opportunity to become a "mad scientist" and perform different experiments in this fun and interactive camp. Let your child explore the world of science in this week-long camp! Fee: $120 Member/$160 Non-member

Age Day Date Time6-8 M-F Jun 20-24 (wk 3) 10am-12pm

KIDS IN THE KITCHEN This is a fun and creative camp where your child will get to make and enjoy yummy treats! They will help with the preparation and then get to eat their creations. Peanuts may be used in recipes. Fee: $120 Member/$160 Non-member

Age Day Date Time6-8 M-F Jun 27-Jul 1 (wk 4) 10am-12pm

LEGO CAMP Your camper will spend their time imagining, constructing and achieving new goals while building LEGO® sets! On Friday, campers will go to Legoland® Discovery Center in Schaumburg, where campers will explore the world's biggest box of LEGOS®!

Fee: $130 Member/$170 Non-memberAge Day Date Time5-7 M/W/F Jul 11, 13,

15 (wk 6)M/W 9am-12pm,

F 9am-2pm8-10 T/TH/F Jul 12, 14,

15 (wk 6)T/TH 9am-12pm,

F 9am-2pm

DARLIN' DIVAS Let your girl be a girl in this camp designed just for her. We will make jewelry, create beautiful works of art, learn about hair and make-up and go swimming. This camp is for girls who just want to have fun! Fee: $110 Member/$150 Non-member

Age Day Date Time6-8 M-F Jul 18-22 (wk 7) 9am-12pm

BOYS WILL BE BOYS Let your boy be a boy in this camp designed just for him. We will play with LEGO's, play sports, go to Bunker Hill, have a Wii tournament and go swimming! Fee: $110 Member/$150 Non-member


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The Leaning Tower YMCA is excited to offer a variety of different sports camps this summer for kids of all ages.

ALL SORTS OF SPORTS CAMP I Location: Leaning Tower YMCA

Learn and play all different types of sports, from soccer, basketball, lacrosse, football and tennis. Campers will develop a variety of skills that can be integrated into competitive sports. Please bring a lunch and water bottle to camp each day. Fee: $90 Member/$180 Non-member


BASKETBALL CAMP Location: Leaning Tower YMCA

Learn the fundamentals of basketball at LTY! Campers will work on passing, dribbling and shooting skills throughout camp. The camp will focus on skill development, games and fun. Please bring a lunch and water bottle to camp each day. Fee: $90 Member/$180 Non-member


FLAG FOOTBALL CAMP Location: Leaning Tower YMCA

Campers will have fun learning the rules and fundamentals of football through instruction that emphasizes safety. Instruction is based on the techniques of flag football, giving kids a basic understanding of how real football is played. Please bring a water bottle and a snack to camp each day. Fee: $90 Member/$180 Non-member

Age Day Date Time6-10 M-F Jun 27-Jul 1 (wk 4) 10am-1pm

FLOOR HOCKEY CAMP Location: Leaning Tower YMCA

Campers will learn basic hockey skills through drills that promote hand-eye coordination and teamwork. Instruction will focus on stick-handling skills, passing and different techniques of shooting at the net. Fee: $90 Member/$180 Non-member


SOCCER CAMP Location: Leaning Tower YMCA

This camp will provide campers with the fundamentals of soccer, along with an understanding of the rules of the game. Campers will work on dribbling, passing, and shooting while engaging in fun exercises and drills. The camp will focus on skill development, games and fun! Please bring a lunch and water bottle to camp each day. Fee: $90 Member/$180 Non-member


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LACROSSE CAMP Location: Leaning Tower YMCA

Try the fastest growing sport in America! Learn the basics of stick-handling, passing, shooting, defense and basic game strategies. All equipment will be provided. Please bring a lunch and water bottle to camp each day. Fee: $90 Member/$180 Non-member

Age Day Date Time8-12 M-F Jul 25-Jul 29 (wk 8) 10am-1pm

TENNIS CAMP Location: Leaning Tower YMCA

This camp provides new tennis players with an introduction to the game. Instruction will cover basic rules and etiquette, tennis strokes, terminology and more. Racquets will be provided for any participant who does not have one. Please bring a lunch and water bottle to camp each day. Fee: $90 Member/$180 Non-member

Age Day Date Time6-12 M-F Aug 1-5 (wk 9) 10am-1pm

FLAG FOOTBALL CAMP II Location: Leaning Tower YMCA

Campers will have fun learning the rules and fundamentals of football through instruction that emphasizes safety. Instruction is based on the techniques of flag football, giving kids a basic understanding of how real football is played. Please bring a water bottle and a snack to camp each day. Fee: $90 Member/$180 Non-member

Age Day Date Time6-10 M-F Aug 8-12 (wk 10) 10am-1pm

ALL SORTS OF SPORTS CAMP II Location: Leaning Tower YMCA

Learn and play all different types of sports, from basketball to hockey to football to kickball. Campers will develop a variety of skills that can be integrated into competitive sports. Please bring a lunch and water bottle to camp each day. Fee: $90 Member/$180 Non-member

Age Day Dates Time6-10 M-F Aug 15-19 (wk 11) 10am-1pm

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PREVIEW 2015-2016 SCHOOL YEAR PROGRAMS

INFANT CHILD CARE We provide children ages 6 weeks through 8 years old an opportunity to play and learn in a safe and nurturing environment.

PRESCHOOL AND TODDLER ENRICHMENT Leaning Tower YMCA has a variety of new and exciting toddler and preschool enrichment classes. Sign your child up for a class today! Develop a child's cognitive, social, physical and emotional growth through experience for youth up to 5 years old.

KIDDIE KOLLEGE PRESCHOOL For children ages 3-5 years old, preschool is an exciting time as children embark on new adventures in the world of learning. The Leaning Tower YMCA offers a preschool program that will stimulate your child's desire to learn, imagine and create by using innovative and modern teaching methods developed by the preschool staff members.

Your child will be exposed to one-on-one teaching, art, music, science as well as participating in activities with classmates involving social and emotional growth and development.

Our first semester runs from September-December and the second semester runs from January-June.

ENRICHMENT CLASSES Each session the Leaning Tower YMCA offers a variety of early childhood enrichment classes such as art, music and movement for children ages 9 months to 5 years.

SCHOOL AGE PROGRAMS Leaning Tower YMCA offers Before and After School child care for surrounding Chicago Public Schools, Edison Park, Edgebrook, Wildwood, Norwood and Onahan Elementary. Participants will learn social skills, study practices and character values in a safe environment for our youth 5 to 12 years old.

BEFORE AND AFTER SCHOOL CARE Before School: The Leaning Tower YMCA (LTY) School Age Child Care Programs is proud to partner with several Chicago Public Schools to provide quality child

care for children in elementary school, grades K-5, Monday through Friday.

The Before School Program is held at the Leaning Tower YMCA starting at 7am. The children are supervised by YMCA staff and are engaged in various activities and then are transported by YMCA mini busses to school prior to the starting bell.

Before School Programs are in partnership with:• Edgebrook (located at the school)• Norwood (onsite) • Wildwood (onsite)• Edison Park (located at the school)

After School: In the After School Programs the children are picked up from school by YMCA mini busses and transported to the Leaning Tower YMCA where they are supervised and engaged in various activities by YMCA staff until 6pm.

After School Programs are in partnership with:• Wildwood at LTY• Edgebrook at LTY• Edison Park Elementary (located at the school)

LTY also offers an On-site Before and After School Program with Edison Park Elementary School. The programs are held on-site at Edison Park Elementary School where LTY staff supervisor and engage the children in various activities. The before school program runs from 6:45am to the starting bell and the After School Program runs from the ending bell to 6pm.

School's Out Days The YMCA will provide School Out Days for holidays and non-school days. The program will be held here at Leaning Tower and will run from 7am to 6pm. Children must be paid and registered ONE WEEK in advance for these days and have correct forms on file.

SPACE IS LIMITED and may close before the registration deadline. Children must bring a lunch, swim suit, towel, and bathing cap for hair longer than their ear lobes every school's out day. We will not allow any child to participate in a School's Out Day if they are not registered in advance and correct forms are not on file.

For Prices and further program questions, please contact the Youth and Family Director at (847) 410-5124 or Coordinator at (847) 410-5115.

• Norwood at LTY• Onahan at LTY

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2016 YMCA Summer Overnight Camp

FUN & ADVENTURE START HERELooking for an overnight, resident camp experience for your child or your family this summer? The YMCA of Metro Chicago has five resident camp options in beautiful pristine areas sure to provide special memories to last a lifetime.

YMCA Camp DuncanSince 1921, Camp Duncan has provided safe, quality camping programs for boys and girls ages 7 to 15 and Teen Adventure Camps for 15 to 17 year olds. All activities are geared to the developmental level of the campers. Camp Duncan is a co-ed, summer resident camp located near Fox Lake, Illinois, on 300 acres.

YMCA Camp MacLeanCamp MacLean is located just two miles east of Burlington, Wisconsin, just 20 minutes from Lake Geneva, on 247 acres of woods and grassland property. The camp offers fun and challenging activities such as swimming, climbing, boating, kayaking, archery, hiking, and much more. We also leave room for plenty of traditional programs, including sing-alongs, campfires and campouts.

YMCA Camp PinewoodTraditional but up-to-date, Camp Pinewood features 16 cabins on a private, spring-fed lake, with every activity from sailing to horseback riding. The camp is nestled in the heart of the Manistee National Forest near Muskegon, Michigan. It’s convenient but remote enough to ensure that everyone enjoys the natural beauty of the camp’s 200-acre facility.

YMCA Family Camp NawakwaFamily Camp Nawakwa offers a unique experience- an opportunity to bring together whole families, not just children, through camping. The camp sits on 180 acres of pristine forest lands, and includes wetlands and lakes with abundant wildlife. The camp is nestled in Lac du Flambeau, Wisconsin, which is home to the Band of Lake Superior Chippewa Indians.

YMCA Camp IndependenceCamp Independence is a special place for campers age seven and up with spina bifida. At camp, kids become a community as they learn both how to be more independent and how to contribute to a group. We teach self-reliance, a love for nature, and the development of attitudes and practices that build character. Our counselors are dedicated to making sure camp is an amazing experience for every camper.

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