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2021 Summer Day Camp
Camper & Family Handbook
Theme: Back to the Basics
Township of Tiny Recreation & Culture • (705) 526-4204 ext. 3 • recreation@tiny.ca • tiny.ca/recreation
Table of Contents
Table of Contents hand-wave Welcome
Township of Tiny. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Welcome to the Township of Tiny’s Summer Day Camp
bench-tree About Us. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 program! Through exciting and active adventures, new
child Recreation & Culture. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 friends, and caring staff, children will create wonderful
screen-users Organizational Chart. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 memories that last a lifetime.
Registration Information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 This booklet provides you with important information about the
program as well as details about our operations, expectations and
envelopes-bulk Registration & Payment Methods. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
more. Keep this guide on-hand for easy reference throughout the
list-ol Camper Requirements. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 summer.
list-ol Waitlist. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
star Refund Policy. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
hand-holding-usd Affordable Recreation Program. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
comments Sponsorship Opportunities. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
All About Camp. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
arrow-down-square-triangle Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
circle-location-arrow Camp Locations. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
calendar-star Camp Dates. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
compass-drafting Weekly Themes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
calendar-range Average Day At Camp. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
comments-question-check Rules & Expectations. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
backpack What to Bring to Camp. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
message-lines Family Communications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
book-sparkles Camp Philosophies. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
bicycle Mobile Skate Park. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
party-horn Theme Days. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
trophy-star Camper Recognition. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
people-pants Counselor in Training Volunteers. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
hands-clapping HIGH FIVE Principles. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Camps During COVID-19. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
dice What’s Different?. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
disease COVID-19 Expectations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
shield-virus Self-Screening & Sign-in/Sign-out. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Safety & Security. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
kit-medical Illness & Injuries. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
clothes-hanger Lost & Found. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
sun Sun Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
wind-warning Inclement Weather. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
pills Medications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
whistle Camp Staff. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Staff Profiles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Table of Contents • Page 3
Township of Tiny
bench-tree About Us CHRISTIAN
ISLAND
BECKWITH
ISLAND
Our picturesque Township is located in the heart of
Georgian Bay and boasts some of the most beautiful CEDAR POINT
BOAT LAUNCH
trails and beaches in the region.
AWENDA
The Township of Tiny is an environmentally focused, diverse PROVINCIAL PARK
TOWNSHIP OF TINY
family of communities providing an economically sustainable and
CON .19 W
CEDAR POINT RD
CHEMIN DU LOOP RD
healthy lifestyle for its residents and visitors alike. Our permanent
METHODIST POINT RD
CON. 18 W
ADJACENT MUNICIPALITIES
MARSH / WETLAND / SWAMP
population is approximately 11,500, but as a popular destination
TOANCHE
PARK LAND CON. 17 W
10
TINY BEACHES
NORTH
MUNICIPAL BOUNDARY LAFONTAINE
for tourism and cottagers, our population more than doubles over TRAILS
1
8
the summer months. TINY TRAIL CON. 15 W
COMMUNITY CENTRES
Our Corporate Values encompass operational
CON. 14 W
PENETANGUISHENE
LAFONTAINE COMMUNITY CENTRE
WYEBRIDGE COMMUNITY CENTRE
performance excellence, building strong and vibrant
TOWNSHIP OF TINY COMMUNITY CENTRE CON. 13 W
CON. 12 W
communities, growing our local economy, respect for
MAJOR WATER PARKS
1 LAFONTAINE BEACH
MIDLAND
2 BALM BEACH
our rural environment, responsible and responsive
BAY
3 JACKSON PARK
4 BLUEWATER BEACH 2 BALM BEACH RD W
MIDLAND
9
government and improving technology for our 5 WOODLAND BEACH
7
CON. 9 W
PERKINSFIELD
residents. MAJOR PARKS
6 TINY COMMUNITY CENTRE
JACKSON PARK
BOAT LAUNCH
3
CON. 8 W 6
7 CBO PARK
The Township has a total area of 344 square kilometers and 8 LAFONTAINE PARK
9 PERKINSFIELD PARK
11
has a coastline on Georgian Bay measuring 70 kilometers. 10 TOANCHE PARK
11 WYEBRIDGE PARK
CON. 6 W
93
The southern boundary, about 16 kilometers long, abuts the 12 WYEVALE PARK
4
CON. 5 W
12
TAY
Springwater Township and the northern tip of the Town of CON. 4 W
Wasaga Beach. The eastern boundary, 17 kilometers long,
BASELINE RD S
CON. 3 W
marks the western boundary of Tay Township. The Township
6
5 TINY
MARSH
TINY BEACHES
skirts the municipalities of Midland and Penetanguishene
SOUTH
and embraces the coastline in a sweep around the peninsula. WASAGA SPRINGWATER ORO MEDONTE
child Recreation & Culture
The Recreation & Culture Department is committed
to improving the quality of life and well-being of the
Township of Tiny citizens through recreation. It provides
optimum access to a wide variety of recreation pursuits
to meet the needs of all residents.
Stay Informed | Participate | Be Prepared The Recreation & Culture Department, in partnership with Parks
Receive alerts about emergencies and other and dynamic volunteer groups and organizations, work together to
provide parks, recreation and leisure time facilities, programs and
important community news by signing
services that strengthen, support and maintain a healthy family of
up for Tiny Connect. communities.
You choose what categories of notifications you Recreation & Culture is comprised of four full-time permanent staff
want to receive and how you want to receive them. members and approximately 300 volunteers. During the summer
the Department recruits students to assist in delivering summer
Recreational Programs programming.
Community Events
Press Releases
Fire & Water Bans
www.TinyConnect.ca More information: www.tiny.ca/recreation
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screen-users Organizational Chart
Program Leaders (Seasonal) Autumn L.
Emily D.
Front-line staff who program, organize and deliver Day Camp. Emma R.
Reporting to an Assistant Supervisor, Counselors program to create Grace R.
an action-packed day full of crafts, games and other activities so Lucas H.
that the campers get the most out of their day camp experience! Peyton C.
Day Camp Assistant Supervisors (Seasonal) Quade P.
Savannah R.
Responsible for the programming and delivery of the summer Program Leaders
camp program; on-site supervisor ensuring program quality and
suitable and creative activities; accountable for team’s efficiency Emily W.
and charisma. Day Camp Assistant Supervisor
m: 705-528-9150
Day Camp Supervisor (Seasonal)
Kinsey M.
Responsible for the day-to-day operations of Camp; direct Day Camp Assistant Supervisor
supervisor to all Camp staff; oversees quality control. m: 705-527-3846
Recreation Administrative Assistant (Seasonal) Alex H.
Day Camp Assistant Supervisor
Responsible for processing registration and payments, responding m: 705-529-9575
to program inquiries, and preparing weekly communications.
Dana T.
Community Recreation Coordinator Day Camp Assistant Supervisor
Responsible for all recreational programming in the Township. m: 705-528-2465
Oversees the Summer Day Camp program and full-time supervisor Curtis Anderson
of all Camp staff. Day Camp Supervisor
m: 705-528-9913
Recreation Administrative Coordinator
e: daycampsupervisor@tiny.ca
Responsible for administrative functions, including overseeing
Laura Condren
registration and payments, family communications and
Community Recreation Coordinator
promotional materials.
w: 705-526-4204, ext. 250
Community Engagement Coordinator e: lcondren@tiny.ca
Responsible for corporate volunteers, special events and securing Alison McGuire
funding through grants. Recreation Administrative Assistant
w: 705-526-4204, ext. 290
Director of Recreation e: recassistant@tiny.ca
Responsible for the leadership, management and development of Jaelen Josiah
Recreation & Culture services in the Township of Tiny. Recreation Administrative Coordinator
w: 705-526-4204, ext. 288
e: jjosiah@tiny.ca
Maggie Off
Community Engagement Coordinator
w: 705-526-4204, ext. 271
e: moff@tiny.ca
Bonita Desroches
Director of Recreation
w: 705-526-4204, ext. 230
e: bdesroches@tiny.ca
Township of Tiny • Page 5
Registration Information
envelopes-bulk Registration & Payment Methods list-ol Waitlist
The Township of Tiny accepts various registration and payment If your preferred camp is full, we recommend being
methods for all its recreation programs. placed on the waitlist. A completed registration form
arrow-pointer Tiny Online Portal cc-visa cc-mastercard must be submitted to be added to a waitlist, however
payment will be taken only if a space becomes
www.tiny.ca/onlineportal available.
Use the Tiny Online Portal to register and pay with a
You will be contacted by email only if a space becomes available
credit card or Visa or MasterCard debit card.
and payment must be made within 48 hours.
buildings In-person during office hours credit-card-front money-bill-wave money-check-alt
Hard-copy forms and payment may be submitted at star Refund Policy
the Township Municipal Offices, located at 130 Balm
Beach Road West, Tiny. If a user withdraws with at least 7 days notice before the start of
the service, either:
mailbox In-person outside office hours money-bill-wave money-check-alt 1. a full credit refund with no administration fee shall be
Hard-copy forms and payment may also be processed to the user;
submitted using the drop-box located beside the front
2. a full refund, less a 5% administration fee shall be processed
door of the Township Municipal Office.
to the user; or
envelope-open-text Mail money-bill-wave money-check-alt 3. a full refund with no administration fee shall be
Hard-copy forms and payment may be mailed to the processed to the user if a medical certificate is
Township Municipal Offices: provided for corresponding session dates.
Township of Tiny If a user withdraws with less than 7 days notice before the start of
Att: Recreation & Culture the service, either:
130 Balm Beach Road West
Tiny, Ontario L0L 2J0 1. a full refund to credit, less a 5% administration fee shall be
processed to the user;
envelope-dot Email
2. a partial refund of half the original amount shall be
Soft-copy registration forms can be downloaded from of processed to the user; or
the Township website, completed, then emailed to
recreation@tiny.ca. Payment must be completed via other 3. a prorated refund, less a 5% administration fee shall be
methods. processed to the user if a medical certificate is provided for
corresponding sessions dates.
For more information about the Withdraw, Refund & Credit Policy,
list-ol Camper Requirements contact Jaelen Josiah, Recreation Administrative Coordinator, at
Camp is all-ages, accommodating children ranging jjosiah@tiny.ca.
from ages 5 to 12. Campers will have the ability to join
different informal programming groups throughout the
day based on shared interests and skills.
Campers must be between the ages of 5 and 12 by December
31, 2021. Campers must be fully toilet-trained to attend all camp
programs.
comment-quote
Absolutely the best camp available in the area.
Keep up the fantastic work! Thank you!!
Page 6 • Registration Information
comments Sponsorship Opportunities
Each year, Tiny’s Camp program provides children and youth with
opportunities to participate in a wide variety of activities while
promoting physical activity, healthy-outdoor living and social
interaction.
The Township welcomes monetary sponsorships from
local businesses and organizations in order to:
• Purchase program materials (e.g. craft supplies);
• Offer specialized in-house programs; and
• Keep registration fees affordable for campers.
A number of flexible sponsorship opportunities exist for various
recreational and community programs and events. The Recreation
& Culture Sponsorship Program is a great way to publicize your
company, gaining exposure and access to the local community. In
2019 alone, over 170 families were served.
In return for your sponsorship, your company will be promoted on
the Township website and social media, promotional materials and
flyers, and more depending on the package selected. Additionally,
at the end of the summer, you will recognized with a summer-end
token gift along with your tax receipt.
For additional information, contact Jaelen, Recreation
Administrative Coordinator, at jjosiah@tiny.ca or
(705) 526-4204 ext. 288.
hand-holding-usd Affordable Recreation Program
The Township of Tiny does not believe that anyone
should have to miss out on the opportunity to get
involved in recreation programs due to a lack of
financial resources.
The Affordable Recreation Program offers relief to those Tiny
residents who may require financial assistance and who may not
otherwise be able to participate in recreation.
To successfully submit an application, an individual must meet the
following two criteria:
1. the applicant is financially disadvantaged resulting in
the inability to become involved in organized recreation
activities; and
2. the applicant is a seasonal or permanent resident of the
Township of Tiny.
For more information and to inquire about financial assistance
through the Affordable Recreation Program, contact Jaelen Josiah,
Recreation Administrative Coordinator, at jjosiah@tiny.ca.
Registration Information • Page 7
All About Camp
arrow-down-square-triangle Overview
Day Camps in Tiny offer children a daily destination Week 1 (July 5th to 9th)
that gets them out of the house, learning and having frog Nature is Neat!
fun. Each day proposes a variety of new activities and
“You can tell it’s an aspen because of the way it is”
encourages active living and new friendships.
Campers will have a chance to brush up on their plant
Three camp locations will run simultaneously for 8 identification, learn about habitats and ecosystems, and
weeks from July 5th to August 27th. deepen their connection with the earth as camp focuses on
Spaces are limited to 24 campers per week, per location with 4 staff exploring nature . From mimicking bird songs to creating
at each location. Campers must be between the ages of 5 and 12 as a nature mobile, campers will explore and learn from our
of December 31st, 2021. amazing green spaces . Campers will finish off the week by
creating their own nature sensory bin to take home and
Single-day registrations are not available and families are strongly share with their families . What will you discover in the great
encouraged to register at a single camp location for the entire outdoors?
summer.
There will be no off-site trips and visitors will not be permitted
at camp sites. Programming will support physical distancing and
frequent hand hygiene will be incorporated into the daily routine.
circle-location-arrow Camp Locations Week 2 (July 12th to 16th)
Lafontaine Park: 342 Lafontaine Road West paint-brush Can you paint with all the colours
of the wind?
Perkinsfield Park: 43 County Road 6 South
“In art, we don’t make mistakes. We just have happy accidents”
Wyevale Park: 10 Concession 5 East
Camp this week focuses on artistic expression; painting,
calendar-star Camp Dates drawing, sculpting, and movement! Campers will explore the
Camp Week 1: July 5th to 9th freedom of choosing their own mediums and methods of
creating visual art. From clay sculptures to dance parties, large
Camp Week 2: July 12th to 16th Art Attack projects and nature-based crafts, everyone will have
an opportunity to see where the wind takes them! Projects will
Camp Week 3: July 19th to 23rd
be stored at camp for the week and campers will create their
Camp Week 4: July 26th to 30th own art display for the end of week ‘Camp Art Gallery Event’!
Camp Week 5: August 3rd to 6th *
Camp Week 6: August 9th to 13th
Camp Week 7: August 16th to 20th
Camp Week 8: August 23rd to 27th
Week 3 (July 19th to 23rd)
* No camp on Monday due to holiday. baseball-bat-ball Swing batter-batter, swing!
compass-drafting Weekly Themes “You miss 100% of the shots you don’t take!”
It’s Back to Basics with a summer of green grass, blue Sport is an amazing outlet for personal growth, a pathway to
skies and lots of fresh air! healthy living and most importantly, a great way to have some
Necessary program modifications have been implemented in an fun! Camp this week focuses on building the fundamental
effort to reduce the opportunity for the spread of COVID-19. The movements needed to excel in many different sports from
health and safety of residents and the community remains top biking to baseball, soccer to dance! Some highlights include
priority. As such, the Township continues to work with the Simcoe discovering the ever growing sport of pickleball and
Muskoka District Health Unit to adapt programs in order to satisfy practicing for the end of week camp track and field event!
Provincial regulations and orders. Programs are subject to change
without notice.
Page 8 • All About Camp
Week 4 (July 26th to 30th) tractor Week 7 (August 16 to 20 )
th th
space-station-moon-construction Space, the Final Frontier... Exploring Farm to Table!
“Dirt, mud, worms and bugs? Thistle be the best week ever!”
“These are the voyages of…. Tiny day campers!”
Did you know that Tiny has a rich history in agriculture? This
From space themed crafts to lego challenges, this week is
week at camp, we will pay homage to Tiny’s great farmers and
about exploring science, technology, engineering and math
explore how food is grown! From a camp-wide garden project
(S.T.E.M) principles while enjoying the great outdoors. Get
to a special workshop from Tiny’s environmental steward,
ready for some messy experiments. Take an acid and a base
campers will have a chance to get down in the mud and learn
and mix it up outside… what do you get? Exploding mud
about how our grub is grown! Some take home activities
craters! Campers will work on a week-long project for the Tiny
include a chia pet and garden stone. What’s a garden without
Day Camp Science Fair! What kind of futuristic invention can
any water? The week will end with a fun Water Day event – so
you dream up?
get ready to get soaked!
Week 5 (August 3rd to 6th) Week 8 (August 23rd to 27th)
power-off Camp goes Off the Grid! compass Around the World in 5 Camp Days!
“Of all the paths you take in life, make sure a few of them “We’re going on an adventure!”
are dirt.”
While travelling the world is currently restricted, there is no
Outdoors is the place to be this summer so let’s take things limit on what can be done with a little bit of knowledge and
one step further and go off the grid! From knot tying to some great imagination! This week, Campers will receive a
shelter building, campers will get a chance to discover and passport on Monday and will ‘travel’ throughout the week,
hone their outdoor survival skills while exploring the earning stamps for completed cultural, sport, and craft
principles of Leave No Trace. Campers will have fun solving activities. Everyone will be invited to share their own heritage
riddles and puzzles throughout the week in order to earn and learn about the things that make us unique and those
materials to build their very own ‘outdoor camp’ in our Day which unite us. The week will culminate in a Canada D’Eh
Camp Survivor Challenge! Extravaganza which will include an All Things Canadian
scavenger hunt, lacrosse workshop, and homemade confetti
*No camp Monday due to holiday.
cannons!
Week 6 (August 9th to 13th)
music Moving to the Beat of our own Drum!
“The earth has music for those who listen.”
From morning Zumba sessions to creating a camp ‘music wall’
and participating in a nature drumming circle, this week is
about feeling connected through sound. Campers will explore
their individuality through music and sound. Campers will
have the opportunity to build their own instrument, practice
singing their favourite song, create their own dance, or bring
a music-based prop from home for the end of the week
concert!
All About Camp • Page 9
calendar-range Average Day At Camp comments-question-check Rules & Expectations
Camp-wide rules and expectations have been developed in order
to foster a safe and positive camp environment. All campers,
Camper Drop-off Supervised free-time on
volunteers, and staff are to be courteous and respectful; use
(8:00am to 9:00am) Playground.
appropriate language at all times; support and appreciate each
other; solve problems in a fair and honest manner; include others
Attendance, camp rules, daily in activities; and play without bullying or teasing others.
Opening Circle
schedule, name and ice-
(9:00am to 9:30am) Parents/guardians are asked to review the following rules and
breaker games.
guidelines with their camper(s):
Weekly Wonder Special weekly planned traffic-cone Recognize the rules for all games & activities
(9:30am to 10:15am) activities.
user-group Encourage others & show good sportsmanship
Morning Break Wash hands, eat snack, apply hand-heart Stay hands-free
(10:15am to 10:30am) sunscreen, refill water bottles. face-relieved Participate & have a positive attitude
Fitness activities and warm- recycle Ensure a safe & clean environment
Sport / Fitness Activity
ups - check your weekly Camp
(10:30am to 11:30am) face-smile-hearts Care & be kind to one another
Call newsletter.
repeat Take turns & play fair
Craft / Exploratory Activity Craft activity - check your If a camper struggles with the rules, staff will have a one-on-one
(11:30am to 12:10pm) weekly Camp Call newsletter. discussion to explain why the rules are in place. If the behaviour
continues, the parent/guardian will be notified at sign-out
Body Break! Zumba Dance Party! Get and asked to review the rules with their camper at home. If
(12:10pm to 12:30pm) moving before lunch. the behaviour persists, a meeting with senior staff, the parent/
guardian, and the camper will be arranged to discuss how staff can
best support the camper moving forward.
Lunch Break Wash hands, eat lunch, apply If a camper becomes aggressive or physically violent, the Day
(12:30pm to 1:00pm) sunscreen, refill water bottles. Camp Supervisor will remove the camper from the program
immediately. A parent/guardian or emergency contact will be
High / low energy group called to pick-up the camper and a meeting will be arranged with
Group Games
games - check your weekly senior staff to further discuss the situation/options.
(1:00pm to 2:00pm)
Camp Call newsletter.
Special themed activities -
Theme Activities
check your weekly Camp Call
(2:15pm to 2:30pm)
newsletter.
Afternoon Break Wash hands, eat snack, apply
(3:00pm to 3:15pm) sunscreen, refill water bottles.
Campers’ Choice Camp group chooses
(3:15pm to 3:45pm) an activity.
Rose and thorn of the day,
Closing Circle
Camp Culture update (see
(3:45pm to 4:00pm)
page 13), daily reminders.
Camper Pick-up Supervised free-time on
(4:00pm to 5:00pm) Playground.
Page 10 • All About Campbackpack What to Bring to Camp
mask-face At least two face coverings shirt Appropriate clothing
Face coverings are only effective when clean. Soiled face coverings Wear “play” clothes. A hat, sunscreen and extra clothing (i.e.
should be changed throughout the day. extra pair of socks) will be required for use throughout the day.
Occasionally, campers will participate in water activities and should
strawberry Nut-free lunch and at least two snacks pack a bathing suit and flip flops.
Each camp day consists of a morning snack break, lunch, and an
umbrella Rain gear
afternoon snack break. Peanuts, peanut butter, tree nuts and all
food containing nut by-products are not permitted at camp. Please In rain, appropriate outdoor gear will be required as camp
consider the environment when packing camp lunches; reusable programming continues outdoors.
containers are preferred.
mobile-screen-button Campers are not permitted to bring any electronic
droplet Re-fillable water bottle devices.
Many campers find themselves drinking more water at camp than Campers may choose to bring the following from home:
they do at school. This is due to the increased amount of physical
activity throughout the day. • Bicycle or scooter (helmet required, elbow/knee pads
recommended)
boot Outdoor footwear • Book/magazine/comic for quiet time
Closed-toed outdoor footwear appropriate for the weather and
• Baseball bat/mitt/ball and helmet
activities must be worn (i.e. running shoes for regular use, outdoor
boots for rainy weather). Flip flops may be packed for use during • Tennis racket and ball
water activities.
message-lines Family Communications
On the Friday before their first week of camp, families
will receive a Welcome to Camp phone call and email.
Staff will share important program specific information
and answer any questions.
Please ensure that we have your most up-to-date phone number
and/or email address when registering so that we can reach you.
Every week, families will be emailed The Camp Call, our
weekly newsletter outlining the activities for the week.
You are encouraged to review the schedule carefully in
order to be aware of important reminders, theme days
and other special features.
During sign-out, Assistant Supervisors will share information with
parents and/or guardians regarding their child’s camp experience,
development, attitude and overall participation in the day camp
program.
All About Camp • Page 11book-sparkles Camp Philosophies
Provide a safe, stimulating, child-centered summer Empower children and youth, and support their
camp experience by playing, laughing and enjoying physical and mental health by providing them with
nature. We do this by: opportunities to face challenges and be
• Conducting routine head-counts and ensuring age successful. We do this by:
appropriate staff:camper ratios (Ages 4-5, 1:5; Ages 6-8, 1:8; • Planning activities which allow for scaffolding; where campers
Ages 9-12, 1:10). learn a skill or start a project their first day at camp and build
• Focusing on nature-based play and delivering all camps in upon that progress throughout the week.
municipally owned parks and green spaces. • Encouraging peer-to-peer support and engagement, and
• Eliminating travel and offering in-house programs that allowing campers with special interests to take the lead in
encourage healthy, active living. certain games and activities.
• Asking that all electronic/hand-held devices be kept at home
Deliver a variety of recreational, social, and ‘green’ to ensure campers are engaged in activities and focused on
activities, ensuring there is something of interest for having fun in the moment with peers and staff.
everyone. We do this by:
Encourage and nurture personal growth by showing
• Providing campers with elements of choice throughout the
recognition, acceptance, and kindness. We do this by:
day.
• Teaching our staff to motivate children and youth and
• Offering a variety of sport activities, group games, free &
encourage them to move beyond supervising to mentoring
nature-based play and crafts.
and coaching .
• Following a weekly-theme, boosted with special activities and
• Implementing a Camper Recognition Program that focuses on
projects that excite campers.
both individual and group successes.
• Integrating green initiatives in weekly projects and
• Training all staff on Camp on Tracks, an inclusion-based
highlighting the importance of protecting or planet.
training program which focuses on how to create a supportive
Challenge staff in achieving the highest standard in and inclusive environment at camp.
positive, meaningful interactions with every single
camper. We do this by:
• Requiring all staff be trained and certified in HIGH FIVE,
the industry standard for quality children’s recreation
programming. Staff use this training when program planning,
ensuring HIGH FIVE’s essential principles (participation, play,
mastery, friendship, and a caring adult)are incorporated at
camp.
• Providing staff with a minimum of five comprehensive training
days, which include rehearsing emergency scenarios and
protocols, leadership training, team building, and learning
new songs and games.
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Very well run. Liam was so happy to be outside
and playing all summer. Thank you for making
his summer a fun memorable experience.
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Date Location
Tiny’s Mobile Skate Park has a combination of roll-ins, fun-boxes
with rails, pyramids with rails, grind-boxes, quarter-pipes, wall rides
and a half pipe. Staff are trained to ensure appropriate fit of safety July 5th to 9th Perkinsfield Park
equipment and can teach basic skills and tricks.
July 12th to 16th Perkinsfield Park
This year, the Mobile Skate Park will support the Day
Camp program by being available for camp groups July 19th to 23rd Lafontaine Park
throughout the day during scheduled weeks. Campers
are encouraged to bring their skateboards, bikes, July 26th to 30th Lafontaine Park
scooters or in-line skates to camp when the Skate Park
is on location. August 3rd to 6th Lafontaine Park
While some safety equipment is available on site, it is strongly August 9th to 13th Wyevale Park
recommended that campers bring their own helmet, kneepads
and wrist guards. Campers will not be permitted to use the Skate August 16th to 20th Wyevale Park
Park without a signed waiver or if they refuse to wear the required
safety equipment.
August 23rd to 27th Wyevale Park
party-horn Theme Days trophy-star Camper Recognition
Check out The Camp Call weekly newsletter for details. At the start of each week, the camp group will come
Tuesdays are Wacky Day! together during morning circle to develop a Camp
Culture. Campers and staff will brainstorm different
It’s a Wacky Summer Challenge. Join the camp staff team with your
rules, expectations and goals to strive towards
silly attitudes and crazy ideas.
achieving throughout the week, establishing the
Wednesdays are Dress-up Day! “culture” at camp for the week.
It is time for some camp spirit! Join in as campers don the most The purpose of developing a Camp Culture is to help campers feel a
outrageous outfit of the weeks. sense of belonging and community while at camp. Once the group
has come to a decision, staff will write out the rules, expectations,
Fridays are Special Event Days! and goals on popsicle sticks.
Special Event Days focus on the theme of the week and include
special activities, crafts and surprises that are sure to be fun, special As campers are successful and demonstrate Camp
and exciting. Culture throughout the week, staff will recognize
individuals and the group by awarding them with the
corresponding popsicle stick. If the group earns all of
the popsicle sticks by the end of the camp session there
will be a special camp celebration.
While each camp pod will develop its own Camp Culture, there is
still an opportunity for recognition across all camp locations. At
the end of the week, each camp location will share its successes.
The group that demonstrates the most Camp Culture will receive a
bonus reward from the Day Camp Supervisor!
All About Camp • Page 13people-pants Counselor in Training Volunteers hands-clapping HIGH FIVE Principles
The Counselor in Training (CIT) and Counselor in Training Plus (CIT As a HIGH FIVE Registered Organization, the Township
Plus) programs. They run in conjunction with the Summer Day of Tiny is committed to ensuring every child and youth
Camp program provide youth with opportunities to contribute to
in its programs has a positive sport and recreation
the community while developing leadership skills in a fun, safe and
social environment. experience.
The Township creates a culture of quality by training all staff in
CITs enhance the camp experience by being role HIGH FIVE principles of healthy childhood development, which
models and friends to campers. They help shy campers encourages a holistic approach to quality assurance by involving
break out of their shells, challenge active campers to everyone in recreation.
master skills and talents and encourage everyone to HIGH FIVE is Canada’s only comprehensive quality standard for
develop meaningful friendships. They greet campers, children’s programs, offering a holistic approach to healthy child
run games, assist campers with their belongings, help development based in years of research.
facilitate friendships and much more! Quality matters because research shows people are more likely
On the first week of the summer, CITs attend a training week with to stay active for life if they have positive experiences in sport,
various professional development opportunities that provide recreation and physical activity as a child.
youth with the tools and knowledge needed to volunteer at Tiny’s
HIGH FIVE holds true to the following five Principles of healthy
Summer Day Camps.
child development that the research indicates are essential for
Youth in the standard Counselor in Training program will learn providing a positive experience for kids:
the basics of camp and program planning, resume building,
employability, and complete a Babysitting course. Youth in the heart A Caring Adult
graduated Counselor in Training Plus program will receive their people-pants The opportunity to make Friends
HIGH FIVE Principles of Healthy Childhood Development and
Standard First-Aid CPR-C/AED certifications, both required in order person-running The opportunity to Play
to join the Tiny Summer Day Camp staff team.
circle-star The opportunity to Master skills
For more information about this program, visit tiny.ca/youth.
face-smile-plus The opportunity to Participate
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Camps During COVID-19
dice What’s Different?
While some necessary changes have been implemented due to the COVID-19 pandemic, our Summer Day Camp program is committed
to providing a safe, stimulating, child-centred experience in an outdoor setting. Camp modifications follow guidance from the Simcoe
Muskoka District Health Unit and the Ontario Ministry of Health.
Same great camp programming: No Same friendly and caring staff: Extra
trophy mask-face
off-site trips or visitors. accessories for everyone.
Field trips requiring group transportation are not permitted. We Campers, staff and volunteers must bring their own face covering
are also limiting non-essential visitors, volunteers and activities to wear indoors and outdoors when physical distancing cannot be
involving external groups or organizations. maintained.
Same amazing staff and friends: Smaller Same number of snack and lunch breaks:
users group sizes. hands-bubbles More hand washing.
Infection spread can be slowed and more easily contained when Campers, staff and volunteers will wash hands regularly with soap
people stay together in the same small groups (i.e. ‘cohorts’) and water. Alcohol-based hand sanitizer will also be available.
throughout the day, every day. Each camp will consist of no more
than 24 campers who remain together for the week. Same age-appropriate camp equipment:
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Less shared items and more sanitizing.
Same sign in process: Additional
shield-virus All equipment used at camp will be cleaned and disinfected. As a
self-screening step required. result, toys such as stuffies and dress up will not be available.
Campers, staff and volunters will be required to self-screen
before each day of camp. Families will be emailed instructions to Same amount of fun: A more personalized
face-smile camp experience!
complete their screening every morning at 6:00am. During sign-in,
staff will verify that this process has been successfully completed Through exciting activities, new friends and caring staff, children
(this is referenced to as ‘active screening’). will create wonderful memories that last a lifetime. This year,
campers will be given even more opportunities to make choices
and impact the program.
Page 16 • Camps During COVID-19shield-virus Self-Screening & Sign-in/Sign-out
Prior to arrival, families must screen their camper(s) for
COVID-19 symptoms. Every morning at 6:00am, families
will be emailed instructions with a link to complete a
self- screening assessment.
After successfully completing the Ontario COVID-19 School
and child care screening, parents should screenshot or print
the confirmation page for each camper. Staff will ask to see the
confirmation(s) during sign-in.
Campers who do not pass the screening will not be permitted to
enter camp. Questions related to COVID-19 should be directed to
disease COVID-19 Expectations one’s primary care provider, Telehealth Ontario (1-866-797-0000),
or visit Ontario’s COVID-19 website.
Staff will...
As a safety precaution, all campers must be signed-in
• Follow provincial and local health authority guidelines to
reduce the spread of COVID-19;
and signed-out each day.
Please ensure that all adults permitted to pick-up your camper
• Receive COVID-19 specific training;
are included in the Authorized Pick-up section of the registration
• Complete a self-screening questionnaire each day; form. Individuals who are not included in this section will not be
permitted to sign-out a camper. Individuals may also be asked to
• Respect physical distancing (unless in an emergency
present photo ID if they are not recognized by staff.
situation);
• Wear appropriate PPE (including a mask and protective Parents/Guardians are not permitted to enter the camp
eyewear) and perform excellent hand hygiene; group unless it is an emergency.
• Use a hand-held “no-blow” whistle to avoid spreading germs Campers will say goodbye at sign-in and will join the camp group
when playing games; and to store their belongings and begin morning programming. A
reminder that parents/guardians must sign-out with staff before
• Ensure each day runs smoothly and that each camper has fun leaving with their camper for the evening.
through meaningful games and activities while adhering to
COVID-19 best practices. Camper drop-off is from 8:00am to 9:00am and pick-up
Campers must... is from 4:00pm to 5:00pm.
Contact 705-526-4204 ext. 290 if a camper will be late, absent, or
• Arrive with the belongings listed in the What to Bring to Camp
needs to be picked up early.
section, including at least two face coverings;
If a parent/guardian is already speaking to staff, please wait in your
• Respect physical distancing (“personal bubble”);
vehicle or form a line outside while observing physical distancing
• Keep electronics at home and avoid sharing personal and face covering requirements.
belongings with others; and
• Perform excellent hand hygiene and help clean up personal
areas after play and breaks.
Parents/guardians must...
• Review this handbook and share the information with their
camper(s) prior to the start of camp;
• Complete the self-screening assessment for their camper(s)
prior to sign-in each day;
• Be available for immediate pick-up should a camper complain
of any illness throughout the day; and
• Seek out the Day Camp Supervisor for any concerns or to
offer feedback.
Camps During COVID-19 • Page 17Safety & Security
kit-medical Illness & Injuries pills Medications
The safety and well-being of all campers, volunteers If a camper requires medication while at camp, a
and staff are of utmost importance. Campers who are Medical Information Sheet must be completed at sign-
potentially infectious must stay home. in. Medications need to be provided in their original
All Township of Tiny Recreation & Culture staff are trained in packaging.
Standard First Aid & CPR-C. Staff will treat minor injuries (i.e. Medications will be kept in a secure location by a senior staff
bumps, bruises, scrapes) and complete a Participant Incident member with the exception of epinephrine auto-injectors and
Report Form detailing the incident. The form will be presented for puffers (which may be carried by campers with permission from
perusal, comment and signature at sign-out. parents/guardians). The senior staff member will administer
medication as directed on the Medical Information Sheet, record
The Day Camp Supervisor will contact the parents/guardians or
their actions on a Medical Administration Log and present the form
emergency contact for any camper who becomes ill or seriously
for review at sign-out.
injured while at camp. Please ensure all contact information
provided at registration is accurate and up-to-date. Any information shared regarding your camper’s medical
condition(s) is/are confidential and communicated only to
pertinent staff. If you wish to set up an appointment to speak with
clothes-hanger Lost & Found staff about your camper’s needs in more detail, please contact
The Township is not responsible for lost, damaged or Laura Condren, Community Recreation Coordinator, at
stolen personal items. Please ensure you label your 705-527-9250 or lcondren@tiny.ca.
camper’s belongings.
Items left behind are stored at camp in a lost and found bin until
whistle Camp Staff
the end of April. The lost and found bin will be on display at sign-in The Township of Tiny Camp staff are post-secondary
and sign-out each day. or senior high school students who share one thing in
common: they are committed to providing each ‘Tiny’
sun Sun Safety camper with a positive and lasting camp experience.
Between 11am and 4pm, the ultraviolet rays are the The Township of Tiny has high expectations of every staff member
most intense. Heat stress occurs when a combination and those are reflected in the Township’s hiring policies. Potential
of hot, humid conditions and physical activity strains staff members, including those previously employed at the
overcomes the body’s natural cooling system. Heat Township of Tiny, submit an application each year to join the staff
team. Applicants who have qualifications in a variety of program
stroke is a form of extreme heat stress that can cause areas (i.e. sports, crafts, music, drama) are hired to ensure the
serious symptoms and requires medical attention. week is filled with a variety of high quality programming. All staff
During sunny and hot days, camps will avoid activities members must also successfully complete a vulnerable sector
in the direct sun and increase water breaks. police check.
Sunscreen should be brought to camp and applied regularly. Staff receive extensive training prior to the start of camp and
Families are encouraged to show their camper(s) how to properly hold many industry standard certifications. All staff are trained in
apply sunscreen. Staff will remind campers throughout the day to the HIGH FIVE principles of Healthy Child Development, receive
reapply their own sunscreen. If indicated, staff may assist younger inclusion training through Variety Village and are also Standard
campers with sunscreen application. First Aid & CPR-C certified.
Each year, over 50% of staff members return to Tiny. This means
wind-warning Inclement Weather that our staff are familiar with and support the Township’s camp
philosophy, understand expectations, and are committed to
Each camp location has a dedicated inclement providing the best experience for each ‘Tiny’ camper.
weather space.
In heavy rain, during thunderstorms, or in times of severe weather
advisories, all programming will move to an indoor facility.
Campers who are nervous during stormy weather may bring a Check out our 2021 Summer Day Camp
comfort item to camp. Parents/guardians are invited to speak with staff profiles starting on page 20.
the Day Camp Supervisor about creating a plan for early pick-up on
stormy days should it be in the best interest of the camper/family.
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Staff Profiles
The Camp Call
Summer Day Camp Staff 2021
Curtis, Supervisor
Educational background: Graduate of Honor's Health and Physical Education.
Attending a Bachelor of Education program at Nipissing University.
When I grow up… I want to be a teacher.
Favorite Camp Game: Squirt bang
If I could be an animal, I would be… a dog
Favorite Camp Snack: Smartpop
Special Talent: I can blow a whistle with my nose!
Laura, Community Recreation Coordinator
Educational background: Graduate of Recreation and Leisure from Brock
University with a post-grad certificate in Therapeutic Recreation from
Georgian College.
When I grow up... I want to own a hobby farm and run outdoor recreation
programs.
Favorite Camp Game: Catch, Don’t Catch
If I could be an animal, I would be... A river otter; fierce but cute
Favorite Camp Snack: Strawberries and Cantaloupe
Special Talent: I have a secret super power for remembering and making dad
jokes and puns!
Alison, Recreation Assistant
Educational background: Graduate of two years Bachelors of Kinesiology at the
University of British Columbia. Attending Queens University Accelerated
Nursing Program.
When I grow up... I want to work in the Medial field.
Favorite Camp Game: Capture the flag
If I could be an animal, I would be... a dog
Favorite Camp Snack: Marshmallows
Special Talent: I love writing creative stories!
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Emily, Assistant Supervisor
Educational background: Graduate of first year Kinesiology at McMaster University.
When I grow up... I want to be a doctor for kids, if my dream of becoming a Tik Tok star
doesn’t work out...
Favorite Camp Game: Stones or poison frog
If I could be any animal, I would be... A monkey
Favorite Camp Snack: Fishy crackers and watermelon
Special Talent: I can do a backflip!
Peyton, Program Leader
Educational background: Attending St. Theresa’s Catholic High School.
When I grow up… I want to be an Oncology nurse.
Favorite Camp Game: Is capture the flag
If I could be any animal, I would be… a dolphin
Favorite Camp Snack: Trail mix
Special Talent: I can sew!
Lucas, Program Leader
Educational Background: Attending St. Theresa’s Catholic High School.
When I grow up... I want to be a doctor.
Favorite Camp Game: Duck duck goose
If I could be any animal, I would be… a duck
Favorite Camp Snack: Goldfish crackers
Special Talent: I have a great memory!
Autumn, Program Leader
Educational background: Graduate of Georgian Bay District Secondary School. Attending
Protection, Security and Investigations program at Fleming Collage.
When I grow up… I want to be work in the protection, security and investigation industry.
Favorite Camp Game: Scavenger hunt
If I could be an animal I would be… a dog
Favorite Camp Snack: A tie between Cheez-it’s and Welches
Special Talent: I love creativity! Crafting, drawing and painting!
Our Staff • Page 21The Camp Call Perkinsfield Park
Alex, Assistant Supervisor
Educational background: Graduate of first year Business Management &
Organizational Studies program at Western University.
When I grow up: I want to work in private equity.
Favorite Camp Game: Manhunt
If I could be any animal, I would be... a dog
Favorite Camp Snack: Bell pepper slices
Special Talent: I am really good at puzzles!
Dana - Assistant Supervisor
Educational background: Graduate of Bachelor of Science from the University of Guelph.
Attending a Bachelor of Education program this year from Lakehead University.
When I grow up… I want to be a full-time teacher.
Favorite Camp Game: Capture the flag
If I could be any animal, I would be… A dog
Favorite Camp Snack: Watermelon
Special Talent: I love playing Pickleball!
Emma, Program Leader
Educational background: Graduate of École Secondaire LeCaron. Attending Child health
Program at Brock University.
When I grow up... I want to be a pediatric occupational therapist.
My favorite Camp Game: Camouflage
If I could be an animal, I would be... a Blue Jay
My favorite Camp Snack: Freezies
Special Talent: I can flare my nostrils very quickly!
Savannah, Program Leader
Educational background: Attending Maple High School (International Baccalaureate
program).
When I grow up... I want to be a Lawyer from my 20’s-late 40’s & Psychiatrist from 50’s-
onwards.
Favorite Camp Game: Four Corners
If I could be an animal, I would be:... a squirrel
Favorite Camp Snack: S’mores
Special Talent: I can do some yo-yo tricks despite being a tad bit rusty!
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Kinsey, Assistant Supervisor
Educational background: Graduate of Occupation Therapist Assistant and
Physiotherapist Assistant programs at Georgian College.
When I grow up… I want to have 10 pet cows
Favorite Camp Game: people to people
If I could be any animal, I would be… a zebra
Favorite Camp Snack: fruit
Special Talent: I can eat a 2 bite brownie in 1 bite!
Emily, Program Leader
Educational background: Attending Brock University Concurrent Education
Junior/Intermediate program.
When I grow up… I want to be an elementary school or high school teacher.
Favorite Camp Game: Capture the flag
If I could be any animal, I would be… a monkey, they are very cute and quite intelligent.
Favorite Camp Snack: Goldfish crackers
Special Talent: I love playing volleyball!
Grace, Program Leader
Educational background: Attending Northern Secondary School.
When I grow up... I want to travel the world.
Favorite Camp Game: Capture the flag or poison frog
If I could be any animal, I would be... a panda bear
Favorite Camp Snack: Goldfish crackers
Special Talent: I am really good at finding four leaf clovers!
Quade, Program Leader
Educational background: Graduate of Elmvale District High School. Attending Queen’s
University for Concurrent Education.
When I grow up... I want to be a High School Science Teacher.
Favorite Camp Game: Sardines
If I could be any animal, I would be... a seal, they live a very relaxed life.
Favorite Camp Snack: Watermelon
Special Talent: I am really good at solving Rubik’s Cubes!
Our Staff • Page 23You can also read
