YMCA John Island Camp Women's Wellness Weekend - Friday June 7th - Sunday June 9th, 2019 - YMCA Sudbury
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YMCA John Island Camp
Women’s Wellness Weekend
Friday June 7th - Sunday June 9th, 2019
YMCA Camping Services
140 Durham St Sudbury ON P3E 3M7
T: 705-674-6171 E: summer.brooks@ymcaneo.ca
www.johnisland.ymca.ca
Women’s Wellness Weekend 2019
For 29 years women have been gathering on this island for a weekend
getaway. Women’s Wellness is a unique experience in which every woman
can participate, no matter her preference.
Some women find rejuvenation zip lining high up through the trees, while others
prefer the solitude of an early morning meditation.
This island encourages you to have fun while wandering where the wifi
connection is weak, to make a new friend, and to leave with plenty of memories.
WELCOME TO BEAUTIFUL JOHN ISLAND CAMP!
Inside you will find:
Schedule at a Glance What to Bring
Program Descriptions Reminders
Spa Services and Prices John Island Camp Map
Transportation/Parking Cost for workshop materials
(when applicable)
Women’s Wellness is planned by volunteers and a few YMCA staff who are excited to welcome you :
Marg Ghent, Annemarie May, Dieter Schoenefeld, Marlies Schoenefeld, Carla Ross-Arsenault,
Kayla Ann Condron, Kirstie Kanmacher, Summer Brooks, Jenny Groom, Amelia Crichton.
FRIDAY SCHEDULE
4:00 PM Bus departs YMCA Sudbury
4:00 - 6:00 PM Boat departs Walkhouse Bay
7:00 PM Welcome Reception, snacks in dining hall and cabin move in
7:30 PM DINNER
8:30 PM Sign up: Activities/Aesthetics & Massage
10:30 PM Campfire (weather permitting)
SATURDAY Dining Hall Papineau Leadership Outdoors
Centre
6:30 AM Morning Yoga Birding
7:15 - 8:45 AM BREAKFAST
9:00 AM Indigenous Ojibway Thriving through Change Robin Nesting 1.)Climbing Wall
Story Weaving Shelves 2.) Hike to Lost Lake
11:00 AM Cake Decorating Dream Catchers 1.) Climbing Wall 2.) Archery
3.) Guided Paddle Canoe
1:00 PM LUNCH
2:00 PM Cake Decorating Thriving through Change Dream Catchers 1.) Zip Line
2.) Paddle & Paint 3 hrs.
3.) Archery
4:00 PM Q & A: Yoga 1.) Zip Line
Indigenous Peoples 2.) Vertical Playground
3.) Sailing
6:00 PM Mad Hatter Tea Party! —-————————HAPPY HOUR ————-- Mad Hatter Tea Party!
7:00 PM DINNER
9:00 PM Theme Party Mad Hatter Tea Party With music by: NAKED SOUL
SUNDAY Dining Hall Papineau Leadership Outdoors
Centre
6:30 AM Morning Yoga Birding
7:15 - 8:45 AM BREAKFAST Please bring luggage to Dining Hall by
11:00 AM!
9:00 AM Indigenous Ojibway Thriving through 1.) Walk & Paint
Story Weaving Change 2.) Sailing
11:00 AM Q & A:
Indigenous Peoples
1:00 PM LUNCH Group Photo!
2:00 PM DEPART
*Schedule is subject to change.
Women’s Wellness Weekend 2019
What to Bring
Sleeping Activities and Services
Warm sleeping bag and pillow Spa Services: large towel, blanket or
Single mattress cover sheet for bed exercise mat, extra towels and sheets
(optional) for aesthetic services (see page 8)
Activities: yoga mat, comfortable
Clothing clothes for exercise (stretchy pants/
Pyjamas active wear),
Socks and underwear life jacket (if you own one), sturdy
Pants and long-sleeved shirt exercise shoes or hikers
T-shirts for one weekend and pair of Extra money and cheques (for spa
shorts services, crafts workshops, and silent
Warm sweater/jacket auction)
Sunglasses
Bug Shirt (have this readily available in Toiletries
your hand luggage for use at the dock Fri- Please ensure they are biodegradable
day evening) Sun screen and insect repellant
Rain Gear Ear plugs for sleeping in cabin
Swim Suit and towel Towel
Sun hat Any required medications
Sturdy closed-toe shoes (sandals
optional) Other: flashlight, batteries, water
bottle, collapsible camping chair,
camera, binoculars
Parking
If you are planning on bringing your own vehicle to camp, there is a new parking
arrangement that has been put into place. Due to the size of the parking lot at the
end of Walkhouse Bay Road, all cars must be parked in the Mitchell’s lot, located
beside the Spanish River Resort and Campground. It is suggested that you drop off
your belongings (and fellow passengers) at the docks and then drive to the parking
lot. Once at the parking lot, there will be staff that directing you where to park. Cars
will be boxed in quite tightly, so access to them throughout the weekend will not be
feasible. Staff will be shuttling back and forth to bring you back to the docks. Please
be aware that this will take a bit of time depending on how many people are driving.
There will be a fee of $25.00 that must be paid in cash for this service.
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Women’s Wellness Weekend 2019
Saturday Night Theme Party
Mad Hatter Tea Party!
Follow us down the rabbit hole for a party that is sure to be remembered. Come
dressed as your favorite Wonderland character or get creative and invent your
own. We’re all mad here anyways. The sillier the better!
Saturday Night Entertainment
Naked Soul
Naked soul is an acoustic duo of husband and
wife, Brian and Deanna Belaire. Their shared
love for music and passion for entertainment
has taken them on an amazing journey.
Performing everything from Janis Joplin to
Adele, their raw sound and soulful style will be
sure to captivate your musical soul. Deanna can
easily be compared to the raspy likes of Melissa
Etheridge and Stevie Nicks while Brian plays
guitar and accompanies with harmonies. It is
sure to be a great night!
Women’s Wellness Weekend 2019
Hike toward Lost Lake - Unlimited
For those who enjoy a challenge, hiking the rugged, varied terrain of the island’s
interior will reward you as you search for a “lost lake” at its summit. There is no
guarantee that you will actually find the lake but you will enjoy the hike. Please
wear hiking boots or sturdy footwear and bring a water bottle. This strenuous hike
will take 4 hours. Participants must stay with the group at all times.
Campfire - Unlimited
Fingers crossed that Gitche Manitou keeps the skies clear
and the stars bright for our Friday night welcoming
campfire. Join us in song as we revisit some of your
favourite campfire songs!
Free Paddle Guidelines
Participants may go for a leisurely paddle in a canoe or kayak at any time during
daylight hours. A check in/out system will be used to ensure everyone’s safety.
Women’s Wellness Weekend 2019
Guided Paddle - Maximum 11
John Island staff will lead you on a leisurely paddle exploring the beautiful
shoreline around John Island. This guided paddle is best for those who are
already relatively comfortable in a canoe or kayak.
Archery Instruction - Maximum 12
John Island Camp staff will teach you the basic steps needed to aim at and hit
a target. Channel your inner Katniss Everdeen and hit the mark!
Sailing - Maximum 12
Sailing is not only fun, but also
adventurous! John Island Staff will take
participants out for an exciting sail
around the bay in front of Front Beach.
This activity is weather permitting as
our waterfront can experience drastic
conditions.
Women’s Wellness Weekend 2019
High Ropes and Challenge Course Elements
The John Island High Ropes and Challenge Course elements are a series of
program areas that provide excitement and adventure up high amongst the
trees. John Island’s highly trained staff ensure your safety
and supervision in all activities.
Climbing Wall - Maximum 24
Our 40 foot high climbing wall has been designed to allow beginners and
experts alike to be positively challenged while enjoying a vertical ascent.
Women’s Wellness Weekend 2019
Zip Line - Maximum 12
Suspended 60 feet above ground, our zip line is 400 feet long. Put on a harness,
tie yourself in, climb up a tree, and jump right off! This is definitely for those
who enjoy the thrill of it all!
Vertical Playground- Maximum 24
Starting at ground level, participants will guide their way through a series of ropes,
ladders and rubber tires while climbing up 40 ft. Vertical Playground is a great
individual or team work effort that is fun and stimulating!
Challenge course elements are team activities! Celebrate and support each others
strength and courage throughout the course elements. Please ensure that you are
able to participate for the full length of the activity block and cheer each other on.
Women’s Wellness Weekend 2019
Story Weaving: Indigenous Ojibway Storytelling - Unlimited
Pay what you can: $2 -$4
Participants as a group will be engaged in
weaving a large dream-catcher while
contributing to a story weaving activity.
During the activity some Indigenous
traditional teachings will be shared.
Facilitated by Will Morin
Will Morin is an educator, artist and cultural consultant. He is of Ojibway, Scottish,
and French Canadian ancestry. A member of the Michipicoten First Nation. Will lives
and works in Northern Ontario with his wife Robin and their 4 children. Working on
his PhD, Will has taught Indigenous Studies at the University of Sudbury,
Laurentian University for nearly 20 years. As an award winning visual and performing
artist Will obtained a B.F.A. from NSCAD in Halifax and a B.A. in Native Studies B. Ed
(Aboriginal Teachers Certification Program) from Nipissing University and a Masters
(M.A.) in Humanities from Laurentian University.Women’s Wellness Weekend 2019
Morning Yoga with Kayla Ann - Unlimited
Move, breathe, connect. Start
your mornings off with a gentle
yoga flow that is perfect for
everybody.
Creative Woodworking: Robin Nesting Shelves - Maximum 6
Cost for materials is $10
With a robin nesting shelf in your yard you
are not only contributing to wildlife habitat
enhancement, but you will have a front row
seat to observe how a pair of robins build a
nest and raise their young. No special skills
are needed for this workshop!
Cake Decorating with Reta Donald - Maximum 15
Cost for materials is $25
Have a sweet time decorating cake’s like a professional. In this workshop
participants will learn how to make flowers, figurines and trims using a
buttercream icing. You will receive a professional kit of tool s to take
home so you can show off your cake decorating skills right away!Women’s Wellness Weekend 2019
2018
Thriving through Change - Maximum 12
We all experience events in our life that can throw us off balance. Whether it’s
the end of a relationship, loss of a loved one, a traumatic event, career change,
burn out relation ship conflict, health challenge, or financial setbacks—these
situations often leave us in emotional overwhelm.
Would you like to experience a mind body tune up to help you navigate through
challenging times with courage and compassion? In this workshop you will have
the opportunity to experience fun and easy ways to help you be calm in the eye
of the storm.
Facilitated by Nancy Rose
Nancy Rose is a mother, wife, Registered Dental Hygienist, and educator. In 2016
Nancy became a certified Master coach and Trainer of Neuro-Linguistic
Programming with the American Board of NLP and a Master Hypnotist with the
American Boar of Hypnotherapy.
Indigenous Peoples: Q & A - Unlimited
Cost for materials is $5
Additional Indigenous Resource Manual available for $20
Participants will sit and visit in a safe
and respectful sharing circle asking
general and basic questions about
Indigenous peoples.
Facilitated by Will MorinWomen’s Wellness Weekend 2019
Dream Catcher Making - Unlimited
Cost for materials is $15
Participants will learn how to weave a dream catcher. Traditional teachings will be
provided of the cultural and universal significance of this Indigenous craft.
Note: Come with something personal to add to the dream catcher (a button, ear
ring, piece of ribbon, small stone - something that has meaning to you).
Facilitated by Will Morin
Birding with Marlies and Dieter - Unlimited
You will be able to see a variety of birds in
different habitats, enjoy a quiet morning
watching them and learning more about
their lives. Please bring binoculars if you
have them. Marlies and Dieter Schoenefeld
are naturalists and have brought these
popular guided tours to Women’s Wellness
Weekend for many years!Women’s Wellness Weekend 2019
2018
Walk and Paint with Marlies Schoenefeld - Maximum 10
Cost for materials is $5
After a short walk Marlies will instruct
the group how to paint a simple
landscape in watercolour.
Paddle and Paint with Marlies Schoenefeld - Maximum 10
Cost for materials is $10
Join Marlies as you paddle to an island to paint a landscape with
watercolour. All you need to bring is a sense of adventure and the
willingness to try something new.Women’s Wellness Weekend 2019
Aesthetic Services Service Providers
Treat yourself! An all natural facial will ease Kelsey Quinn Fenerty, RMT
Back massage 30 min $40
away fine lines and wrinkles as tension is Full body 60 min $70
Accepts cash
released from your face, neck and scalp.
*For facials, bring either a towel or head Bradley Rancourt, RMT
band to pull back hair from face. Back massage 30 min $45
Full body 60 min $75
Accepts cash
Massage
Rebalance your energy level and ease John Ahonen, Thai Massage
30 min $40
muscle tension. Book either a back massage 60 min $70
or full body treatment. Accepts cash
Please note: Thai massage is an ancient healing system
combining supported yoga postures,
Payment is due Friday evening - please energy work and massage. The process
helps to harmonize and balance the body,
bring CASH (no credit or debit available). mind, and spirit.
Notify massage therapists at the time of Mandy Greenhill
Facial Provider
sign-up if receipt is required, to be picked Natural Facial 45 min $55
up at time of appointment. Accepts cash
Arrive a few minutes before appointment Bev Johnson, RRPr
Registered Reflexologist, Reiki Master/
(late arrivals are subject to time restraints Teacher
and there will be no discount for service). Reflexology Massage 45 min $55
Accepts cash
No refunds or rain checks for missed
appointments. Relax as stress melts away, circulation and
healing happens while gentle pressure is
applied to areas (reflexes) of the foot that
Limited appointments—to accommodate correspond to organs, glands, tissues and
as many participants as possible, please other systems of the body. Much more
than a foot massage!
limit selections to 2 services initially.
Joanne Sarciron
*For hygienic reasons, participants Mehndi - Henna Tattoo
Accepts cash
must bring 2 small, dry, clean hand
Joanne will be available during the
towels and 2 large bath towels for all weekend to provide personal hennas.
treatments. Fees are based on the time required to
complete the design, and vary per tattoo.Women’s Wellness Weekend 2019
Reminders Transportation
Please DO NOT BRING NUTS Friday afternoon bus departure occurs
John Island maintains a "Nut Sensitive at the YMCA main entrance, 140
Environment" for the protection of Durham Street, Downtown Sudbury
individuals with severe nut allergies Bus will board at 4:00pm SHARP Please
Be prepared for cool nights and the plan to arrive 30 minutes before
possibility of rain departure to ensure time for packing
Participants will be sharing cabins with and loading the buses .
8-12 people Parking downtown: If you wish to park
The Island is equipped with underneath the YMCA for the
composting toilets only weekend, you must pay for the
Any bottles brought on to the island remainder of Friday by visiting the
must be taken with you when you parking attendant at the lot and
leave displaying the paid ticket on your
Smoking will be permitted in dashboard. Failure to do so will result
designated areas only. There is to be in a parking ticket.
no smoking in cabins. Bus will stop for a break in
No alcoholic beverages are allowed on Espanola at Wendy’s/Tim Horton’s
the beach. location ( Hwy 17 & 6 ).
There are no electrical outlets. Participants who selected this pick up
option on their registration form will
Please note board the bus here. (Approx.4:40pm)
The weekend menu does not You will arrive at Walkhouse Bay to get
include alcoholic beverages. You on the boat at approximately 6:30 pm
may bring your own in a small depending on how long we break in
cooler. Ice is not available on the Espanola.
island. Please avoid glass whenever Sunday: Expect to arrive back at YMCA
possible. All bottles must be taken in downtown Sudbury between 5:30
with you when you leave. Please and 6:30 pm.
drink responsibly.Women’s Wellness Weekend 2019
Directions
Coming From Sudbury: Take HWY 17 WEST toward Sault Ste. Marie At the town of
Cutler, turn left onto Weegwas Road At the STOP sign, turn left onto Village Rd. Go
over the train tracks and take a right onto Walkhouse Bay Rd. Travel approximately 5
kms down Walkhouse Bay Rd. You will see us at the Docks!
Coming From Sault Ste. Marie: Take HWY 17 EAST toward Sudbury At the town of
Cutler, turn right onto Weegwas Road At the STOP sign, turn left onto Village Rd. Go
over the train tracks and take a right onto Walkhouse Bay Rd. Travel approximately 5
kms down Walkhouse Bay Rd. You will see us at the Docks!
Coming From Elliot Lake: Take HWY 108 to Hwy 17 Follow directions from Sault Ste.
Marie
Coming From Parry Sound/Toronto/Southern Ontario: Take Hwy 400/69 North to
Sudbury Follow directions from Sudbury
Directions to the Mitchell’s lot:
Follow the roads back up to the highway. Once at the highway, turn right back
onto HWY 17 EAST
In the town of Spanish, turn right onto Trunk Road
Then, turn left onto Algoma Street (first left, very soon after Trunk Road)
Travel down Algoma Street, and turn Right onto Colonization Road
Near the end of the road, on your right there will be a large plot of land that has
large boats parked in it - this is the lot. There will be a John Island Staff member
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