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THINK SUMMER
ANDOVER YMCA COMMUNITY CENTER
2019 YOUTH SUMMER PROGRAMS AND DAY CAMP GUY ROBINSON AGES 4 – 14
ymcamn.org/andoversummer
Membership not required for enrollment.
QUICK GUIDE
FOR YOUTH OF ALL AGES Page
Pre-K and Kindergarten
Summer Power Kindergarten 3
Summer Power 4
Wee Backpackers Day Camps 10
Specialty Day Camps 11
Grades 1-3
Summer Power 4
Summer Sports Camp 6
Traditional Day Camp 10
Specialty Day Camps 11
Grades 4-6
Summer Power 4
Summer Sports Camp 6
Summer Uproar 8
Traditional Day Camp 10
Specialty Day Camps 11
Teens – Grades 7 +
Summer Uproar 8
FOR YOUTH DEVELOPMENT® Teen Day Camps 15
FOR HEALTHY LIVING
Peak Adventure 16
FOR SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY
The Y is a movement that enables kids to OPEN
HOUSE
realize their potential, provides lifelong
skills and offers ways for families to have
fun together.
Tuesday, June 4; 6-7:30 p.m.
at Andover YMCA
Wednesday, June 5; 6-7:30 p.m.
at Day Camp Guy Robinson
ANDOVER YMCA More information online including your Parent Handbook
COMMUNITY CENTER and samples of a typical day at:
15200 Hanson Boulevard
Andover, MN 55304 ymcamn.org/andoversummer
P 763-230-9622 or
daycampguyrobinson.org
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SUMMER POWER KINDERGARTEN
SUMMER POWER Summer Power Kindergarten Fees:
KINDERGARTEN $139 – 3 days/wk.
$176 – 4 days/wk.
Summer Power Kindergarten is a full-day program $198 – 5 days/wk.
where children make new friends, develop healthy Registration Fee – $50 per child, one-time fee, non-refundable.
habits, get plenty of physical activity and learn new Weekly fee includes all field trip admissions, open swimming,
things through play. They’ll explore their world in program t-shirt and program supplies.
small groups through age and developmentally
appropriate activities. Hours:
Drop off: 6:30 – 9 a.m.
Special themes guide weekly activities and field trips Program hours: 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
as kids explore zoos, museums and parks. A low child Pick up: 4 – 6 p.m.
to YMCA staff ratio ensures responsible and secure
supervision at all times. Summer Power Kindergarten Location:
Andover YMCA Community Center
Entering, or completed Kindergarten in fall, 2019 15200 Hanson Boulevard
June 10 – August 30, Monday – Friday Andover, MN 55304
No program July 4 - 5 P 763-230-9622
Space is limited.
FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE AVAILABLE FOR ALL PROGRAMS.
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Summer Power Kindergarten February 1 – March 5 $50 OFF REGISTRATION FEE
REGISTER EARLY & SAVE April 12 – April 22 $25 OFF REGISTRATION FEE 3
SUMMER POWER THEMES
Aloha Summer!
June 10-14
What better way to kickoff summer than with the cool island vibes
of a Hawaiian paradise? Put on your grass skirts and get ready for
a week of tropical fun!
Globe Trotting
June 17-21
Come learn more about the world we live in. From continents
to countries, capitals to world wonders, we’ll explore it ALL!
Eco Week
June 24-28
This week we’ll teach the kids how to be aware and responsive
citizens of their community and earth. Find out what it means
to “go green” as we learn about recycling and make projects
from reusable materials.
Who’s Got Spirit?
July 1-3* No program July 4 - 5
We’ve got spirit! How about you? Join us this week while we
celebrate our country’s spirit and the Fourth of July. Show
your pride for the Red, White, and Blue!
Movin’ and Groovin’
July 8-12
It’s fun to be healthy! We will keep the kids moving this week
and reinforce the importance of a healthy lifestyle. We’ll provide
physical activity and encourage healthy eating habits through
fun nutrition lessons.
Barnyard Palooza
July 15-19
Cock-a-doodle-doo! Life on the farm has never been this
SUMMER POWER much fun! Join us for an exciting week of farm themed
activities including games, crafts, creating snacks, and more.
Create marshmallow haystacks or popcorn art. Participate
Summer Power is a flexible full-day enrichment in barnyard tag, scarecrow relay races, or hot potato.
program focused on quality, small group,
age-appropriate activities. Kids stay active Splish Splash
with three field trips per week, swimming July 22-26
and group games. It’s time to get soaked! Splish and splash through an awesome,
fun-filled week. Summer is hot, but you’ll stay cool with activities
We provide a healthy living experience by educating on
like water balloon games, water relays, swimming, and more!
healthy food choices and the right balance of physical
activity. Kids engage in a variety of values-strengthening
activities including core elements of science, technology, Carnival Craze
July 29 - August 2
engineering, arts and math (STEAM), and service projects.
Step right up and enjoy this fun and crazy carnival themed week.
Entering grades K – 5 in fall, 2019 Play classic and new carnival games like ring toss, balloon pop,
June 10 – August 30, Monday – Friday Frisbee throw, and parachute games too! Laugh and learn with
No program July 4 - 5 your carnival friends while face painting, having a three-legged
race, sharing popcorn, and creating your own unique fair games.
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SUMMER POWER
Engineered for Fun Minnesota Adventures Summer Power Locations:
August 5-9 August 26-30 Grades 1 - 5 Only
Explore your architectural and engineer- All things Minnesota, but not necessarily Andover YMCA Community Center
ing potential along with your creativity on a stick. Explore our magnificent state 15200 Hanson Boulevard
through a variety of introductory STEM by learning about the legends, leaders, Andover, MN 55304
based challenges. We have the blueprint and lakes that make our state great! P 763-230-9622
for summer fun! You’ll enjoy activities such
as paper airplane construction, bridge Summer Power Fees: Space is limited.
building, structure design, and much more. $135 – 3 days/wk.
$171 – 4 days/wk.
Boogie Woogie $193 – 5 days/wk.
August 12-16
Registration Fee – $50 per child, one time
Sway to the rhythm and play along to the
fee, non-refundable. Weekly fee includes
beat as we explore music and sound. Bring
all field trip admissions, open swimming,
your dancing shoes and get ready to party!
program t-shirt and program supplies.
Guardians of the Galaxy Hours:
August 19-23 Drop off: 6:30 – 9 a.m.
Let’s take an intergalactic trip around the Program hours: 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
planets, through the milky way, and past Pick up: 4 – 6 p.m
the stars! Out of this world activities might
include making moon sand or galaxy slime.
FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE AVAILABLE FOR ALL PROGRAMS.
Visit ymcamn.org/andoversummer for the most updated information.
Summer Power February 1 – March 5 $50 OFF REGISTRATION FEE
REGISTER EARLY & SAVE April 12 – April 22 $25 OFF REGISTRATION FEE 5
SUMMER
SPORTS CAMP -
NORTH METRO
Kids of all skill levels and abilities can choose Soccer
from a variety of sports to explore this summer Weeks of June 10, July 15 and August 26
in week-long YMCA Summer Sports Camps. Kids will work through curriculum focused on ball-control, passing,
trapping, shooting and defense. Participants have the option of
bringing their own shin guards and cleats.
Entering grades 1 – 6 in fall, 2019.
Golf
Friday Play Days Weeks of June 17 and July 22
Friday Play Days give participants the opportunity to put We will practice on a local golf course where young golfers will
their hard work and new skills into action by engaging in have an opportunity to improve their driving, chipping and putting.
friendly competition at the end of each week. Bring your own golf clubs; but clubs are available if needed.
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SUMMER SPORTS CAMP FEES:
Member Participants: $200/week
Non-Member Program Participants: $225/week
SUMMER SPORTS CAMP NORTH METRO
One time, non-refundable deposit of $50 per week per child
includes a program T-shirt and will be applied to the weekly fee.
Weekly fee includes all field trip admissions and program supplies.
Field trip information and activities are subject to change.
Program Hours: 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Before and After Care: $40/week
6:30 – 9 a.m. and 3 – 6 p.m.
For your convenience and peace of mind, our Before and After
Care provides the participant with supervised activities prior
to and following the end of the program day.
Sports Location:
Mounds View Community Center
5394 Edgewood Drive
Mounds View, MN 55112
Before & After Care Locations:
Andover YMCA Emma B. Howe
Volleyball 15200 Hanson Boulevard 8950 Springbrook Drive
Weeks of July 8 and August 5 Andover, MN 55304 Coon Rapids, MN 55433
Kids learn about the sport of volleyball including rules,
communication skills, serving, setting and passing. Mounds View Community Center
5394 Edgewood Drive
Tennis Mounds View, MN 55112
Weeks of June 24, July 29 and August 12
Learn the fundamentals of tennis. Participants are encouraged
YMCA Sports Camp – North Metro Bus Stops
Please note: all bus times are available online 2 weeks
to bring their own racquet. Tennis balls are provided.
prior. Please visit ymcamn.org/andoversummer
Baseball/ TBall/ Softball before your child attends sports camp.
Weeks of June 24 and July 29 For your camper’s safety…
Participants develop and improve skills: throwing, catching, Authorized Pick Up individuals must be listed on the registration
pitching, hitting and running bases. form and a photo ID is required at the time of pick up.
Field Trip: Twins game week of June 24
Bus Stops:
Track and Field Andover YMCA 15200 Hanson Boulevard
Weeks of June 10 and July 15 Andover, MN 55304
Kids learn the proper techniques of running, pacing,
jumping and throwing. Emma B. Howe YMCA 8950 Springbrook Drive NW
Coon Rapids, MN 55433
Basketball
Weeks of June 17, July 22 and August 19 Oak Park Church 12050 Aberdeen St. NE
Blaine, MN 55449
Players will progress through the skills of basketball:
dribbling, passing, shooting and defensive skills through drills. Lino Lakes YMCA 7690 Village Drive
Field Trip: Lynx game week of July 22 Lino Lakes, MN 55014
Flag Football Shoreview YMCA 3760 Lexington Ave North
Weeks of July 8 and August 5 Shoreview, MN 55126
Kids get experience in playing every position while learning the
offensive and defensive basics. These skills include but are not Lakes International 19850 Fenway Ave N
limited to catching, passing and pursuing the flag. Language Academy Forest Lake, MN 55025
FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE AVAILABLE FOR ALL PROGRAMS.
Summer Sports Camp Through January 31 $20 OFF SESSION
REGISTER EARLY & SAVE February 28 – March 5 $15 OFF SESSION
Visit ymcamn.org/andoversummer for the most updated information. April 12 – April 22 $10 OFF SESSION 7
SUMMER UPROAR
SUMMER UPROAR Summer Uproar Fees:
Summer Uproar is a full-day, experience-based $141 – 3 days/wk.
enrichment program that encourages older kids $179 – 4 days/wk.
to explore, increase understanding, build $202 – 5 days/wk.
independence and most importantly, have fun!
Registration Fee - $50 per child, one-time fee, non-refundable.
We provide a Healthy Living experience for kids by Weekly fee includes all field trip admissions, open swimming,
educating on healthy food choices and the right balance program t-shirt and program supplies.
of physical activity. Uproar brings a multitude of character
NOTE: Summer Uproar activities vary by YMCA branch and
development experiences to kids through community
program location. A detailed schedule will be available on
involvement, leadership activities, team building exercises,
April 1, 2019. Find it at your branch location or online at
goal setting and more. Days are filled with field trips,
outings to amusement and water parks, and fun group
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activities that exercise the body, challenge the mind and
nurture the spirit of our youth.
Hours:
Drop off: 6:30 – 9 a.m.
Program hours: 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Entering grades 6 – 8 in fall, 2019
Pick up: 4 – 6 p.m.
June 10 – August 30, Monday – Friday
No program July 4 - 5 Summer Uproar Location:
Andover YMCA Community Center
15200 Hanson Boulevard
Andover, MN 55304
P 763-230-9622
Space is limited.
FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE AVAILABLE FOR ALL PROGRAMS.
Visit ymcamn.org/andoversummer for the most updated information.
Summer Uproar February 1 – March 5 $50 OFF REGISTRATION FEE
8 REGISTER EARLY & SAVE April 12 – April 22 $25 OFF REGISTRATION FEE
YMCA DAY CAMP GUY ROBINSON
“My child loves camp, he comes home
dirty, exhausted and happy every day.
YMCA DAY CAMP I love that he is active and learning at
the same time.” - Day Camp Parent
GUY ROBINSON
Led by dedicated Y counselors, Day Camp provides
nature based programming and an inclusive culture.
Day Camp builds on the Y’s core values of caring, GUY ROBINSON
honesty, respect and responsibility and promises
an amazing experience for every camper.
HIGHLIGHTS:
• Swimming
Camp Hours: 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Program day begins at 9 a.m. • Canoeing/Kayaking
• Archery
Ages 4 - 14 • Fishing
• Tie-Dye
See the Day Camp experience for yourself at
daycampguyrobinson.org • Nature
• Cookouts
Location: • Arts and Crafts
Lake George Regional Park near the communities • Paddleboards
of Oak Grove, St. Francis, and East Bethel
• Gaga
Day Camp Guy Robinson • Slingshots
3100 217th Ave. NW
Oak Grove, MN 55303
P 763-230-6529
Before & After Care and Bus Transportation are
available. See page 17. daycampguyrobinson.org
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TRADITIONAL DAY CAMPS
Wee Backpackers Camp Traditional Day Camp
Ages 4 & 5 year olds or entering Kindergarten in fall, 2019 Entering grades 1 – 6 in fall, 2019
June 10 – August 30* June 10, June 17, June 24, July 8, July 15, July 22, July 29,
*No program July 4 - 5, fee prorated August 5 and August 12
Member Participants: $210/week Member Participants: $195/week
Non-Member Program Participants: $235/week Non-Member Program Participants: $220/week
Start your child’s appreciation of the great outdoors by enrolling Campers explore hiking through wooded trails, studying
him or her in Wee Backpackers! From the moment campers arrive the wonders of nature, canoeing along lake shores, and
each day, counselors guide them through traditional camp conquering many challenges under the leadership of
experiences including hiking, nature study, swimming, group well-trained staff. Exciting activities may include archery,
games, and arts and crafts. They have opportunities to sing swimming, nature studies, canoeing, fort building, camp
songs, tell stories, and meet new friends. All activities are crafts, cookouts and group games!
geared to show your preschool camper the wonders of nature.
Wee Backpackers is carried out in small groups under the Camper’s Choice Extravaganza
watchful eye of counselors trained to meet the needs of young Entering grades 1 – 9 in fall, 2019
campers. The Wee Backpacker program maintains a low staff Weeks of July 1*, August 19 and August 26
to child ratio. *No program July 4 - 5, fee prorated
Member Participants: $210/week
Teen Camp Information available on page 15. Non-Member Program Participants: $235/week
Grades 7 - 9 A week of camp that is totally driven by campers’ choices.
All activity blocks will have a variety of options for campers
to choose from based on age groups. The remaining time
“Like” us on Facebook. will be spent doing our favorite camp activities including
swimming, cookouts, tie-dye and more.
Day Camp Through January 31 $20 OFF SESSION
REGISTER EARLY & SAVE February 28 – March 5 $15 OFF SESSION
10 Visit daycampguyrobinson.org for the most updated information. April 12 – April 22 $10 OFF SESSIONARTS AND IMAGINATION
Arts and Crafts Camp
Entering grades 1 – 3 in fall, 2019
SPECIALTY DAY CAMPS
Weeks of June 10, July 8 and August 5
Entering grades 4 – 6 in fall, 2019
Weeks of June 17, July 22 and August 12
Member Participants: $210/week
Non-Member Program Participants: $235/week
Campers discover their artistic side and let their imaginations
soar. Kids create a variety of projects that may include:
sketching, watercolors or paints, nature collages, picture
frames, necklaces and bracelets, and much more. Campers
create masterpieces to take home and enjoy!
New! Mystery Quest Camp
Entering grades 1 – 3 in fall, 2019
Weeks of June 17 and July 29
Member Participants: $210/week
Non-Member Program Participants: $235/week
Looking for some adventure and a little mystery? Camp
Guy Robinson is full of tales and wonder! Campers will
set out on quests to uncover some of Camp Guy’s
greatest mysteries; and perhaps discover some of the
fantastic creatures inhabiting camp.
CULTURE AND DISCOVERY
Theater Camp
Entering grades 4 – 6 in fall, 2019
Weeks of June 10 and July 29
Member Participants: $210/week
Non-Member Program Participants: $235/week
Kids free their imaginations and develop improvisational
skills! Campers explore the world of theater through
games, acting exercises, learning about stage make-up
and even performing for an audience. This camp is great
for building self-esteem.
New! Drama Kids Camp
Entering grades 1 – 3 in fall, 2019
SPECIALTY
Weeks of June 24 and July 22
Member Participants: $210/week
Non-Member Program Participants: $235/week
DAY CAMPS Lights! Camera! Action! This introductory drama camp
gets budding thespians involved in drama games,
imaginative play, improvisation and reader theater.
At YMCA Specialty Camps, day campers spend a portion of
each day in their specialized activity. The remainder of the Families will be treated to a dramatic performance by
day is spent enjoying traditional camp activities. campers at the end of the session.
Samples of a typical day can be found at New! Center Stage Camp
daycampguyrobinson.org Entering grades 4 – 6 in fall, 2019
Week of July 8
Member Participants: $210/week
Non-Member Program Participants: $235/week
This camp is perfect for young performers that jump at the
chance to be in the spotlight. Campers will enjoy learning
about drama, speech and dance. The week is spent working
on creating a mini-variety show to entertain families and
show off newly learned skills at the end of camp.
11NATURE AND SCIENCE Outdoor Cooking Camp
Entering grades 4 – 6 in fall, 2019
Fish, Frogs and Forts Camp Weeks of June 24 and July 29
Entering grades 1 – 3 in fall, 2019 Member Participants: $210/week
Weeks of June 10, July 15 and August 5 Non-Member Program Participants: $235/week
Member Participants: $210/week
Non-Member Program Participants: $235/week Kids develop their camping skills by learning how to build
a fire and cook over it. Campers receive lessons in outdoor
Filled with exploration and environmental education, we’ll cooking safety, cooking techniques, and the essentials for
focus on fort building and discovery of insects, fish and making healthy snacks and scrumptious meals in the
frogs. Campers learn basic fishing skills while practicing great outdoors.
the catch-and-release method. Bait and fishing equipment
is provided at camp but you may bring your own. Science Camp
Entering grades 4 – 6 in fall, 2019
Outdoor Living Skills Camp Weeks of June 24 and August 5
Entering grades 4 – 6 in fall, 2019 Member Participants: $210/week
Weeks of June 17, July 22 and August 12 Non-Member Program Participants: $235/week
Member Participants: $210/week
Non-Member Program Participants: $235/week Campers take off into a world of exploration through hands-on
experiments to learn essential concepts applied towards a
Kids develop their outdoor living skills in this exciting, variety of eruptions, engineering experiments and much more.
hands-onspecialty camp! Campers discover the finer STEM curriculum is used in a fun, hands on way.
points of preparing for a big outdoor adventure.
Participants will learn a variety of useful camping skills
that may include building a fire, making camp shelters,
knot tying, campfire cooking and more!
FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE AVAILABLE FOR ALL PROGRAMS.
Day Camp Through January 31 $20 OFF SESSION
REGISTER EARLY & SAVE February 28 – March 5 $15 OFF SESSION
12 Visit daycampguyrobinson.org for the most updated information. April 12 – April 22 $10 OFF SESSIONSPECIALTY DAY CAMPS
Farm & Garden OUTDOOR SPORTS
Entering grades 1 – 3 in fall, 2019
Weeks of July 8 and August 12 Archery and Slingshot Camp
Member Participants: $210/week Entering grades 1 – 3 in fall, 2019
Non-Member Program Participants: $235/week Weeks of June 24, July 15 and July 29
Entering grades 4 – 6 in fall, 2019
Join us for a week of wholesome fun on the farm and in the Weeks of June 10, July 8 and August 5
garden! Kids working the farm will explore gardens, fields, and Member Participants: $210/week
pastures. Campers discover how plants, animals, soil and people Non-Member Program Participants: $235/week
work together to produce the food that we eat every day. Plus,
they’ll learn what it means to be a good steward in this unique Two amazing and traditional target sports, the bow and arrow
farming experience. and the slingshot, are very popular today. Participants will
gain understanding and learn to properly use them both safely.
Campers will learn to make and use their own targets, learn
about different types of bows and the basics of aiming and
target shooting.
FAMILY ADVENTURE DAYS
Whether you are a current camp family, are Fishing Camp
interested in learning more about camp or are Entering grades 4 – 6 in fall, 2019
just looking for a morning of family fun, we Weeks of June 10, June 24, July 15 and August 12
have something for everyone! Enjoy a Saturday Member Participants: $210/week
morning at one of our Day Camps for Family Non-Member Program Participants: $235/week
Adventure Days. Kids get hooked on fishing as they learn basic fishing skills.
Lakes provide the scene for fishing fun using the catch-and-
Possible Activities: release method. Campers can bring their own pole and tackle,
or equipment will be provided.
• Family Scavenger Hunt
• Archery Outdoor Games Camp
Entering grades 4 – 6 in fall 2019
• Canoeing Weeks of July 15 and August 12
• Arts & Crafts Member Participants: $210/week
Non-Member Program Participants: $235/week
• Outdoor Games
It’s all fun and games as campers learn to play a variety of
Cost is $25 pre-sale or $30 at the door, per outdoor games with a “camp style”. Campers learn to play
family. For dates & more information visit: field, yard and international games. This camp is a safe,
ymcamn.org/familyadventuredays non-competitive program designed to build leadership
skills and self-esteem through team work. A field trip to
a disc gold course is planned each week.
13WATER EXPLORATION Stand Up PaddleBoard Camp
Entering grades 4 – 6 in fall, 2019
Water Adventure Camp Weeks of June 10, July 15 and August 5
Entering grades 1 – 3 in fall, 2019 Members: $210/week
Weeks of June 17, July 22 and August 12 Program Participants: $235/week
Member Participants: $210/week
Non-Member Program Participants: $235/week Campers learn the fast-growing, life-long sport of Stand Up
Paddleboarding. It’s a fun and easy way to play on the water.
The hottest way for kids to cool off this summer! Campers Kids learn basic paddling (forward, turning, stopping), how
spend the full week enjoying an awesome array of water to stand up on a board, lift and carry their board, and how
activities including canoeing, snorkeling, swimming and to launch and land it.
other water games and activities.
Canoe/Kayak Camp TEENS AND LEADERSHIP
Entering grades 4 – 6 in fall, 2019 Leaders-in-Training Camp
Weeks of June 24, July 8 and July 29 Entering grades 7 – 9 in fall, 2019
Member Participants: $210/week Two-week Sessions
Non-Member Program Participants: $235/week Weeks of July 8 and August 5
Campers learn paddling skills and canoe/kayak safety as they Member Participants: $315/session
experience the challenge of navigating water! Kids learn to Non-Member Program Participants: $340/session
identify the parts of the canoe/kayak, paddling techniques, Rise to the challenge in Leaders-in-Training Camp and discover
the importance of teamwork. A daylong kayak excursion will your leadership qualities. You will learn and develop the necessary
test their skills and they’ll enjoy a fun cookout! camp skills needed to lead camper activities, as well as group re-
sponsibility through activity planning. You will have opportunities
New! Synch & Swim Camp to shadow counselors and assist staff in camp activities. There
Entering grades 4 – 6 in fall, 2019 will be plenty of time to hang out with friends – new and old.
Weeks of June 17 and July 22 Come experience camp from a whole new perspective!
Member Participants: $210/week
Non-Member Program Participants: $235/week
Synchronized Swimming at its funnest! This camp is for the
campers who love water, music, and being a little silly. Campers
will spend each day swimming and working on a shallow-water
synchronized routine to show to parents at the end of camp.
14SPECIALTY DAY CAMPS
Teen Quest Lifeguard Leadership Camp
Entering grades 7 – 9 in fall, 2019 Entering grades 7 – 9 in fall, 2019
Weeks of June 10, June 17, June 24, July 8, July 15, July 22, Week of July 22
July 29, August 5 and August 12 Member Participants: $285/two-week session
Member Participants: $210/week Non-Member Program Participants: $310/two-week session
Non-Member Program Participants: $235/week Test your mettle in Lifeguard Leadership Camp. Leadership
Spend a week at camp doing the things you love most. As a training will include in-water skills specific to life guarding and
group you will decide and plan out many of the camp activities swim instruction, safety training and team building. You will
throughout the week. You will have the opportunity to go shadow lifeguard mentors and participate as a junior team
climbing, boating, do target sports and experience the great member. This program focuses on leadership and building
outdoors. An opportunity to mountain bike and paddleboard confidence while preparing you for aquatic certification classes.
will also be available. You will have an opportunity to practice skills while assisting
with swim lessons and working with experienced lifeguards in
New! Teen Service Learning Camp the pool and at Lake George. There will be plenty of time for
Entering grades 7 - 9 in fall, 2019 traditional camp activities.
Weeks of June 17 and July 15
Member Participants: $210/week Junior Counselor
Non-Member Program Participants: $235/week Entering grades 9 – 10 in fall, 2019
YGrow your leadership and teambuilding skills, while bolstering Do you love working with kids in a camp setting? Here’s your
self-confidence through giving back to the community. Earn volun- chance to take a leadership role! Junior Counselors are assigned
teer hours and improve your skill set while actively participating to a group and assist the Senior Counselors in leading and
in traditional camp activities like swimming, canoeing and carrying out a variety of Day Camp programs. Junior Counselors
kayaking. Service projects take place off-site and around help campers acquire feelings of high self-esteem, self-worth
camp. You will receive a certificate with the number of service and competence in an outdoor setting. Previous experience in
hours completed. It’s a win-win for you and the community! the LIT program or working with children is required. Candidates
will be selected through an application and interview process.
This is a volunteer position. Contact Guy Robinson to apply.
FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE AVAILABLE FOR ALL PROGRAMS.
Day Camp Through January 31 $20 OFF SESSION
REGISTER EARLY & SAVE February 28 – March 5 $15 OFF SESSION
Visit daycampguyrobinson.org for the most updated information. April 12 – April 22 $10 OFF SESSION 15PEAK ADVENTURE CAMP Wisconsin Dells Outdoor Adventure
Offered July 16 - 18
Discover camp’s wild side! Participants enjoy 2 nights and Member Participants: $365/session
3 days of the great outdoors during Peak Adventure Camp. Non-Member Program Participants: $390/session
These camps promise unlimited fun. Sign up for one or all four.
Participants will ride in a 15 passenger van departing from the Fully experience the great outdoors. Tent camp for two nights with
Southdale YMCA in Edina. The Packing list is available online. us at Devils Lake State Park in Baraboo, WI. On Tuesday we leave
Southdale YMCA for Devils Lake State Park. Once camp is set up,
Entering grades 7 – 9 in fall, 2019 the adventures begin! Wednesday is spent at a water park in WI
Offered: Various dates on 3 day-sessions listed below. Dells. We’ll explore the park and enjoy group games, hike and end
with a blazing campfire and a hearty meal. Join us for this thrilling
Lanesboro Biking & Cave Tour outdoor adventure!
Offered June 25 - 27, July 30 - August 1
Member Participants: $365/session North Shore Kayak & Adventure Park
Non-Member Program Participants: $390/session Offered June 18 – 20 and July 23 – 25
This adventure begins at Mystery Cave State Park near Lanesboro, Member Participants: $365/session
where we’ll set up camp. Then we go underground to an exciting Non-Member Program Participants: $390/session
guided cave tour at one of the nation’s most unique caves. We’ll The starting point for this North Shore adventure is the spectacular
spend the next day renting bikes and exploring the historic town harbor city of Duluth. There are so many fun things to see and do
of Lanesboro and the trails and parks along the Root River. there. We’ll spend two nights camping at Spirit Mountain Camp-
ground. Our first day adventures include the Spirit Mountain
Trollhaugen Zip Line & Aerial Adventure Adventure Park and exploring Gooseberry Falls. On Wednesday we
Offered July 9 - 11
will spend the day on a guided kayak tour to local islands.
Member Participants: $365/session
This is a trip you don’t want to miss!
Non-Member Program Participants: $390/session
This adventure will take you soaring! Beautiful Interstate Park is
our campsite for one night. We’ll enjoy the park’s rolling, wooded
hills and the banks of the St. Croix River, and spend a half-day at Peak Adventure Transportation:
Trollhaugen Adventures soaring through the Aerial Tour Drop Off/ Pick up Location:
Challenge Course. Then experience a night sleeping at YMCA
Southdale YMCA
Camp Icaghowan. We will canoe and participate in camp activities.
Truly a memory-making getaway. 7355 York Avenue South
Edina, MN 55435
P: 952-835-2567
16BEFORE AND LOCATIONS
Emma B. Howe Northtown Family YMCA
AFTER CARE 8950 Springbrook Drive
BEFORE AND AFTER CARE & TRANSPORTATION
Coon Rapids, MN 55433
For your convenience and peace of mind,
our Before and After Care provides the Elk River YMCA
camper with supervised activities prior to 13337 Business Center Drive
and following the end of the program day. Elk River, MN 55330
Call 612-230-9622 or visit the website Andover YMCA Community Center
for more information. 15200 Hanson Boulevard
Andover, MN 55304
Fee: $40 per week
Day Camp Guy Robinson
3100 217th Ave. NW
Oak Grove, MN 55303
TRANSPORTATION BUS STOPS: Please note: All bus times are available online 2 weeks prior.
Turtle Route
The YMCA provides safe and reliable
transportation each day for our campers Emma B. Howe YMCA, Coon Rapids
to begin their adventure! Transportation Oak Park Community Church, Blaine
is provided by YMCA-owned vans, leased
Horizons Church, Ham Lake
vans, and busses. All drivers have
completed special training. Transportation Our Savior’s Lutheran Church, East Bethel
is provided to and from camp. Convenient
locations have been selected in your
neighborhood. Please select only one bus Mouse Route
stop during registration. Elk River YMCA, Elk River
Ramsey Elementary, Ramsey
Individuals picking up campers must Cross of Hope Lutheran Church, Anoka
have a photo ID and be listed on the
Authorized Pick-up list. Please contact
camp to make changes prior to noon on Squirrel Route
the day of the change. Champlin-Brooklyn Park Academy, Champlin
Andover YMCA
17SUMMER PROGRAMS OPEN HOUSE HOW TO REGISTER
AT ANDOVER YMCA COMMUNITY CENTER • We have gone green! Register online at ymcamn.org/summer.
Thursday, June 7; 6 – 7:30 p.m. For registration assistance contact 612-230-9622.
DAY CAMP GUY ROBINSON DAY CAMP
Wednesday, June 5; 6 – 7:30 p.m. • A $50 non-refundable deposit is required per camp session. The
deposit is applied to the session fee. To receive the member rate,
Join us at Day Camp Guy Robinson to preview day camp. Register for or
the child must be a family/dual member at the time of registration
learn more about our YMCA Day Camp and Specialty Camps. Get your
and during participation in the program. Register online or find
questions answered by our staff. Visit our web page at
forms at daycampguyrobinson.org under Forms and Publications.
ymcamn.org/andoversummer. For more information or changes
Please review the Day Camp handbook for important information.
due to inclement weather, or call 763-785-7882.
SUMMER POWER KINDERGARTEN,
FRIDAY FAMILY FUN SUMMER POWER AND UPROAR
EVERY FRIDAY DURING CAMP AT GUY ROBINSON
• A $50 one-time, non-refundable registration fee is required per program.
2:30 – 3:30 p.m.
You may register for as many weeks as needed. Register online or find
We bring families together to have fun. That’s what Friday Family Fun forms at ymcamn.org/andoversummer, select Summer Paperwork and
is all about – an opportunity to enjoy camp fun with the whole family. Schedules. Please review the handbook for important information.
It’s a time where your camper can show you the exciting things they’ve
SUMMER SPORTS CAMP
experienced at day camp. Meet the counselors and tour the camp. See
• A $50 non-refundable deposit is required per session. The deposit
the activities your camper has enjoyed all week long. Attend an all-camp
is applied to the session fee. Register online or find forms at
program of fun songs, hilarious skits, exciting stories, and more!
ymcamn.org/andoversummer, select Summer Paperwork and
Schedules. Please review the handbook for important information.
PROGRAM ACCESS
The Y is committed to the policy that all persons should have equal access to its ALL PROGRAMS
programs, facilities, and enjoyment without regard to race, ability, creed, national • Confirmation will be sent via email after registration. You will be billed
origin and sex. The Y will accommodate special needs into existing programs to the for the remaining balance, due the week prior to the start of the session.
extent that financial and physical resources permit. So we may provide a positive Online registration requires automatic electronic fund transfer (EFT),
experience, please contact the Y if your child has any special needs requiring any which will be processed the Tuesday prior to each program session week.
accommodations.
• Changes to the original registration, including cancellation, must be made
ACCOMMODATION PROCESS in writing by Monday, one week prior to the start of the session. Submit
Consideration is given to the individual needs of every child and the ability of the
program to meet those needs. Please inform the Y during the enrollment process
your changes or cancellations through the contact page of our website:
if you or your child requires any special accommodation. It is helpful for a smooth ymcamn.org/contact_us. We encourage change notices to be submitted
program transition to have a conference prior to enrollment. This information as soon as possible. If the change notice is not received, you will be billed
enables the Y to better meet your needs or those of your child, within available for the original enrollment choices. There are no refunds on registration
resources and to the extent reasonable. All staff that will be working with a child deposits and/or registration fees For Day Camp and Sports Camp:
with special needs will be informed of how to care for or meet those needs in a A $10 change fee is applied to each session, bus or care change that
timely fashion through a meeting or written notification.
is made, per camper.
YMCA FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE • A parent handbook is available online at ymcamn.org/summer
We look forward to having you with us! YMCA Financial Assistance is a needs-
based scholarship fund made available through Y Annual Fund – individual and after April 1, 2019. It is important to review all information
business contributions to our communities. Learn more about YMCA Financial contained in this document.
Assistance and apply online at: ymcamn.org/summer. Find info at the bottom
of the page or call 612-230-9622 to speak with staff.
REGISTER ONLINE! ymcamn.org/andoversummer
Membership not required for enrollmentOVERNIGHT CAMPS
“This experience was fantastic for my
son. It was empowering for him to be
‘on trail’. He came home changed and
ready to take on more challenges.”
– Camper Parent
YMCA CAMPING:
AN EXPERIENCE
LIKE NO OTHER.
At the Y, we embrace adventure. Our camps
nurture the development of every camper
through providing all of the elements that
make a camp experience great: outstanding
counselors, well developed programing,
unmatched facilities, and a caring culture
where campers grow in character and
confidence.
We are committed to providing quality
programs with a variety of outdoor
experiences for both children and families.
Overnight Camps: Teen Wilderness Camps: Family Camps:
• Camp St. Croix • Camp Menogyn • Camp du Nord
• Camp Icaghowan • Camp Widjiwagan • Camp Northern Lights
• Camp Ihduhapi
• Camp Warren
ymcacamps.orgNONPROFIT ORG.
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Andover YMCA Community Center Paid
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Minneapolis, MN 55402 Twin Cities, MN
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SPECIAL EVENT
YMCA SPONSORED MN PARENT FAIR
Saturday, March 2
10 a.m. – 2 p.m. at Como Zoo
Meet YMCA staff, pick up summer program information
and start planning your child’s summer.
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