2014 ymca of central ohio day camp

YMCA Day Camp 2014YMCA of CentrAl ohio

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At YMCA Camp Willson

May 26-31

YMCA Day Camp for South-Western

City Schools At Hoover YMCA Park

August 18-22August 25-29

ACtivAte the Spirit of explorAtion!

ymcacolumbus.org/daycamp

traditional & Sports themes, Sport & Specialty Academies, Specialty Camps, teen extreme & More!

reGiSter online and we’ll waive the

one-time registration fee!

See page 5 for details.

More inforMAtion & registrAtion: ymcacolumbus.org/daycamp

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A. libertY toWnShip/poWell YMCA 7798 N. Liberty Rd., Powell, Ohio 43065 614 839 9622 or 740 881 1058

b. GrACe brethren ChurCh(Before & After Care only) 7600 Liberty Rd. N., Powell, Ohio 43065 614 839 9622 or 740 881 1058

C. MinGo pArk 500 E. Lincoln Ave., Delaware, Ohio 43015 740 203 3051

D. CAMp MArY orton 7925 N. High St., Columbus, Ohio 43235 614 839 9622 or 740 881 1058

e. eveninG Street eleMentArY (After Care only) 885 Evening St., Worthington, Ohio 43085 614 839 9622 or 740 881 1058

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f. north YMCA 1640 Sandalwood Pl., Columbus, Ohio 43229 614 885 4252

G. St. AnthonY SChool 1300 Urban Dr., Columbus, Ohio 43229 614 885 4252

h. GAhAnnA/John e. biCkleY YMCA 555 YMCA Pl., Gahanna, Ohio 43230 614 416 9622

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i. JerrY l. GArver YMCA 6767 Refugee Rd., Canal Winchester, Ohio 43110 614 834 9622

J. hiCkorY lAkeS 12495 Ault Rd., Pickerington, Ohio 43147 614 834 9622

k. elDon & elSie WArD fAMilY YMCA 130 Woodland Ave., Columbus, Ohio 43203 614 252 3166

l. hoover YMCA pArk 1570 Rohr Rd., Lockbourne, Ohio 43137 614 491 0980

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M. piCkAWAY CountY fAMilY YMCA (enrichment Care) 440 Nicholas Dr., Circleville, Ohio 43113 740 477 1661

n. Grove CitY YMCA 3600 Discovery Dr., Grove City, Ohio 43123 614 871 9622

o. vAuGhn e. hAirSton YMCA 3500 First Ave., Urbancrest, Ohio 43123 614 539 1770

p. hilltop YMCA/CherrY Creek (enrichment Care) 600 Fox Ridge St., Columbus, Ohio 43228 614 878 7260

Q. hilltop YMCA 2879 Valleyview Dr., Columbus, Ohio 43204 614 276 8224

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r. hilliArD preSbYteriAn ChurCh 3600 Leap Rd., Hilliard, Ohio 43026 614 334 9622

S. hilliArD/rAY pAtCh fAMilY YMCA 4515 Cosgray Rd., Hilliard, Ohio 43026 614 334 9622

t. teD kAltenbACh pArk 5985 Cara Rd., Dublin, Ohio 43016 614 334 9622

u. YMCA CAMp WillSon 2732 County Rd. 11, Bellefontaine, Ohio 43311 1 800 423 0427

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pArentS truSt uSWe provide high quality camp experiences for your child, all focused on our Core Values of Caring, Honesty, respect and responsibility.

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professional role ModelsOur day camp staff are selected based on their experience, attitude, skills and ability to accept and demonstrate the YMCA Core Values of Caring, Honesty, Respect and Responsibility. Our Professional Role Models attend at least 24 hours of training covering topics including risk management, diversity and behavior management, YMCA Mission and Character Development, child abuse, games, skits and songs, sports education and team building.

healthy foodAt the Y, we believe in healthy living, which includes providing healthy snacks, and in some cases meals, to our campers. We strive to offer fresh fruit, vegetables and other nutritious snacks to our campers. Not all camps will provide snacks during camp hours.

Safety The American Camp Association™ (ACA) accredits each of our day camp programs. This independent body establishes standards for key aspects of camp operation, program quality, health and safety of campers. ACA™ accreditation includes an on-site visitation every three years. Additionally, many YMCA Day Camp staff are trained in CPR and First Aid.

Self-respectOur goal: building self-respect through skill development for all campers. Camp provides worthwhile experiences such as creating unique and artistic crafts, finding animals in their habitat or learning how to properly kick a soccer ball. Camp counselors are trained to highlight teachable moments and emphasize accomplishments and successes in all campers.

there’s no place like the Y for kids in the summer. At YMCA Day Camps, kids can:

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• Make new friends • Play sports and games

• Spend time outside • Get messy

• Learn funny songs and skits • BE A KID!


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CAMp CAn Do for individuals ages 6-21 with special needs prices vary by location

Camp Can Do is a day camp for children and young adults who have moderate to intensive special needs. Camp activities are tailored to the unique needs of these individuals, and our staff consists of teachers from our local school districts experienced in working with children who have special needs.

locations: Gahanna/John E. Bickley YMCA, Grove City YMCA, Hilliard/Ray Patch Family YMCA, Liberty Twp./Powell YMCA, Pickaway County Family YMCA

teen extreMe for kids entering grades 7–9

Member $139/week (after 1st child, each child: $99/week)

Youth/Child Member $159/weeknon-Member $179/week

It’s more than your regular day camp...it’s exciting activities designed especially for teens. Every day of your week brings a new and different adventure!

locations: Hilliard/Ray Patch Family YMCA, Jerry L. Garver YMCA, North YMCA

other teen proGrAMS Summer Teen Club at Grove City YMCA or Hilltop Teen Club; Leaders-In-Training and Teen Club at Hilltop YMCA; and Counselors-In-Training at Jerry L. Garver YMCA.

other ChilD DevelopMent proGrAMSAvAilAble At SoMe CAMpS; prices vary

Child programs: skill Builders, summer Preschool, summer enrichment Care At Cherry Creek, Liberty Little ones, summer fun Club

Our various programs provide children with activities such as playing games, arts & crafts, sports and so much more. Weekly themes create a fun and creative environment for all kids. What a great way to spend the summer while making new friends!

locations: Grove City YMCA, Hilltop YMCA, Jerry L. Garver YMCA, Liberty Twp./Powell YMCA, Pickaway County Family YMCA

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MAYWeek 0 26 27 28 29 30

JuneWeek 1 2 3 4 5 6

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Week 4 23 24 25 26 27

JuLYWeek 5 30 1 2 3 4

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AugustWeek 10 4 5 6 7 8

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CAMp proGrAMS & priCinGYMCA DAY CAMpS for kids entering grades 1–6

Member $119/week (after 1st child, each child: $99/week)

Youth/Child Member $139/weeknon-Member $159/week$25 DepoSit for All MeMberS & non-MeMberS

For nearly 30 years, central Ohio children have come together for summers full of nature, water fun, games, cookouts, arts & crafts and new friendships! DAY CAMpS With SportS theMeS Sports themes, along with traditional activities, make this a great choice for any camper.

SportS & SpeCiAltY ACADeMieS for kids entering grades 1–6; prices vary

Sport & Specialty Academies are half-day programs, which offer specialized instruction for a specific sport or craft. They learn how to play the game and focus on skills needed. This is a great way to customize your child’s day camp experience for an additional fee.

locations: Grove City YMCA, Hilltop YMCA, Pickaway County Family YMCA

SpeCiAltY CAMpS for kids entering grades 4-6

Member $129/week (after 1st child, each child: $99/week) Youth/Child Member $149/weeknon-Member $169/weekWith a full range of age-appropriate activities, your young camper can do it all, under the careful supervision of our highly-trained camp staff.

location: Camp Mary Orton

before & After CAMp CAreAvAilAble At SoMe CAMpS

before Camp Care $25/week Member/Non-Member After Camp Care $35/week Member/Non-Member$5 DepoSit for All MeMberS & non-MeMberS

We are here to help families. Before & After Camp Care offers a convenient and safe way for kids to attend camp that is flexible with a working parent’s schedule.

reGiSter online and we’ll waive the one-time registration fee! • $20 one-time registration fee for families enrolling one child or $35 one-time registration fee for families enrolling more than one child.

• Families who receive subsidized child care (formerly Title XX) or TANF funding are exempt from the registration fee.

• Those families who receive financial assistance for camp will receive the same percentage assistance on their registration fee.

financial Assistance is Available.


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Weeks 12 and 13, August 18-29, for kids entering grades 1-6Member $179/week Youth/Child Member $199/weeknon-Member $219/week

transportation Available:Depart hilltop YMCA at 7:00 am return at 6:00 pmDepart Grove City YMCA at 7:30 am return at 5:30 pm

For those families who are delayed in going back to school, this is a perfect way to spend the end of your summer days at the beautiful Hoover YMCA Park.

olentAnGY loCAl SChoolS Week At YMCA CAMp WillSon kiCkS off SuMMer!

Week 0, May 26-May 31, for kids ages 7-13family Metro Member $420/week non-Member $520/week

transportation Schedule:bus pickup: liberty twp./powell YMCA, 7798 liberty rd., powell 43065

Check in starts: 2:00 pm Monday; bus leaves: 3:30 pmbus returns to liberty twp./powell YMCA: 2:00 pm Saturday

YMCA Camp Willson kicks off summer for Olentangy Local Schools on May 26. Campers will stay overnight at YMCA Camp Willson.

Super SnoW GuArAntee! if snow days force school to run longer, you’ll receive 100% refund, or you can switch to another Camp Week.

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reGiStrAtion

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1. Go to ymcacolumbus.org/daycamp 2. CliCk on register today tab3. folloW the Guidelines and instructions

need to register at your branch?no problem, we’re here to help!

hoW to reGiSter online:

• Families who receive subsidized child care (formerly Title XX) or TANF funding are exempt from the registration fee.

• Those families who receive financial assistance for camp will receive the same percentage assistance on their registration fee.

reGiSter online and we’ll waive the one-time

registration fee!

reGiStrAtion feeS:$20 one-time registration fee for families enrolling one child or

$35 one-time registration fee for families enrolling more than one child.


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ready! Set! pack!Most campers bring backpacks to camp that contain the following items:

7closed-toe shoes that attach to the foot (no sandals or shoes with heels pleASe)7water bottle(s)7swim suit/towel7sunscreen/ insect repellent (no spray, lotion onlY)7a change of clothes7a rain poncho7a healthy lunch, extra snack & drinks

(no sugary drinks or soda permitted at camp)7campers should wear olD ClotheS to camp with

the camper’s name clearly marked on every item brought to camp

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the weekly Day Camp themes create an atmosphere of fun and learning at the same time. the themes guide the weekly activities like arts & crafts, nature activities, games, contests, team building games and speakers. (Please note that designated weekly themes and activities will vary by branch.)

bACk in tiMe Hop on board our time machine, we’ll be traveling back in time to old school games, pioneer arts, grandparents’ recipes and survival strategies that helped humans live off of the land. Come along for the ride!

CelebrAte AMeriCA Enjoy a week of Red, White and Blue. Learn about the USA and what makes us the melting pot of the world.

GAMeS-GAMeS-GAMeS A week full of games and activities that focus on having fun, developing sportsmanship and learning to be a team player. You’ll enjoy new games from variations on tag to Ultimate Frisbee®.

MYSterieS, MApS AnD riDDleS Can you figure it out? What’s that? Who did it? Where are we? Become a detective, discover new places and have fun with friends while trying to unravel the mysteries of camp.

SpliSh, SplASh Splishin’ and splashin’ through five wet days. It’s time to get soaked through a series of water balloon games, sprinklers, slip-n-slides and more!

Super hero ADventure Is it a bird? No. Is it a plane? No. Is it going to be a great camp week full of costumes, super powers and good deeds? Yes! Join us for this new theme where the adventures never stop.

Super SliMY Get ready for a wacky week of icky, sticky, silly stuff that you create and play with. This isn’t for the light hearted; it goes way past your school science project! Come dressed to get dirty.

WorlD explorer Ever wanted to visit a country, outer space or a new state? This week we will travel to different areas and see what the world has to offer.

Y’S Got tAlent Let your inner performer shine at YMCA Day Camp’s Talent Week. Show us what you’ve got!

CAMp reWinD Did you love all of the water games during Splish, Splash week? Did you want to be Super Slimy just one more time this summer? Then you’re in luck. Spend the last week of camp revisiting all of our favorite activities and games as we put the entire summer on rewind.

Spirit Week (WeeK 9: July 28 - August 1) Meet and compete with all your fellow YMCA campers across Central Ohio! Teams will create banners, songs, cheers and mascots to promote their camp pride and present their camp at the Hoover YMCA Park for a day of grand fun with loads of other kids. This week includes a field trip to Hoover YMCA Park.

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Week 3 CampersMingo ParkHickory Lakes

Week 4 Campers St. Anthony SchoolNorth YMCA

Week 6 Campers Camp Mary OrtonVaughn E. Hairston YMCAEldon & Elsie Ward Family YMCAHoover YMCA Park

Week 7 Campers Liberty Twp./Powell YMCAPickaway County Family YMCAGahanna/John E. Bickley YMCA

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Look for this icon to see when your camper goes to YMCA Camp Willson.

Week 1 CampersLiberty Twp./Powell YMCA

Week 3 Campers Gahanna/John E. Bickley YMCA

Week 5 Campers St. Anthony School North YMCAHilltop YMCAJerry L. Garver YMCA

YMCA CAMp WillSon ADventure2732 County rd. 11, Bellefontaine, oH 43311 1 800 423 0427

Week 6 Campers Mingo ParkTed Kaltenbach Park Hilliard Presbyterian Church

Week 7 Campers Hilliard/Ray Patch Family YMCA

Week 8 Campers Grove City YMCAVaughn E. Hairston YMCAEldon & Elsie Ward Family YMCAHoover YMCA ParkTeen Extreme

Week 8 CampersTed Kaltenbach Park Hilliard Presbyterian Church

Week 9 Campers Teen Extreme

Week 10 Campers Hilltop YMCAGrove City YMCA

The YMCA of Central Ohio, Lincoln Theatre and CAPA are pleased to present a collaborative partnership for the YMCA Performing Arts Summer Camp at the historic Lincoln Theatre. More than 500 central Ohio children, ages 8 and older, are given the opportunity to learn the history, techniques and basics of music, theatre and dance. During various weeks, some campers from each of our YMCA Day Camps will experience performing arts at Lincoln Theatre.

Campers will be transported to YMCA Camp Willson for a field trip. Activities could include archery, canoeing, climbing wall or other great camp games.

• Registration fees for this week are higher to accommodate for the activity fee and transportation.

• Campers will return from the field trip by 5:00 pm.

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YMCA DAY CAMp At MinGo pArkfor kids entering grades 1-6, 8:30 am–3:30 pm before Care: 7:00-8:30 am After Care: 3:30-6:00 pm Meals: snack (After Care)

Member $119/week Youth/Child Member $139/week non-Member $159/weekWeek 6 Campers Additional $20 activity fee

WeeK tHeMe 1 super Hero Adventure 2 World explorer 3 games-games-games or Lincoln theatre (ages 8 and older) 4 splish, splash 5 time travel 6 Y’s got talent AnD YMCA Camp Willson Adventure 7 Maps, riddles & Mysteries 8 super slimey 9 spirit Week 10 Camp rewind

Get ready for a summer packed with games, crafts,

1121 S. Houk Rd. Delaware, OH 43015 740 203 3051

“They see the world as a place where we all have to watch out for each other. They have more empathy for others.”- 2013 YMCA Day Camp parent

Swim lessons provided with this day camp.

cookouts, river exploration, summer reading program, special visitors and much more!

Campers swim every day at Jack Florance Pool. They will enjoy walking field trips to local destinations such as the Strand Theatre and Library.

Each week there is an exciting theme, which will focus on the YMCA’s Core Values of Caring, Honesty, Respect and Responsibility.

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“Camp improves their social skills and interactions with other kids.”- 2013 YMCA Day Camp parent

130 Woodland Ave., Columbus, OH 43203 614 252 3166



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YMCA DAY CAMp At elDon & elSie WArD fAMilY YMCAfor kids entering grades 1-6, 8:30 am–3:30 pm before Care: 7:00-8:30 am After Care: 3:30-6:00 pm Meals: breakfast, lunch, snack (After Care)


Camps available week 1 through week 10

Campers will have a well-rounded experience. Each week the campers will have a choice of focus areas, including:

• Sports - basketball, soccer, fitness

• Art - painting, ceramics, mixed media

• Science - insects, mammals, physics

• Swimming

During Week 6: some campers who are age 8 and older will be selected to attend our Lincoln Theatre performing arts experience.

During Week 8: all campers will attend our YMCA Camp Willson Adventure.

Week 9: focuses on camp spirit, which includes a trip to Hoover YMCA Park for Spirit Day.

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555 YMCA Pl., Gahanna, OH 43230 614 416 9622

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YMCA DAY CAMp At GAhAnnAJohn e. biCkleY YMCAfor kids entering grades 1-6, 8:30 am–3:30 pm before Care: 7:00-8:30 am After Care: 3:30-6:00 pm Meals: snack (After Care)


WeeK tHeMe 1 fitness Challenge 2 Basketball/Cheerleading 3 flag football/gymnastics AnD YMCA Camp Willson Adventure 4 soccer 5 sports spectacular 6 Volleyball/tae Kwon Do 7 Dance/street Hockey or Lincoln theatre (ages 8 and older) 8 Basketball/Cheerleading 9 spirit Week 10 Water games 11 sport of All sorts

Experience our camp traditions and hands-on, outdoor fun!

• Enjoy our climbing wall and twice-a-week swimming.

• During Week 3, some campers, age 8 and older, will be selected to attend our Lincoln Theatre performing arts experience.

• During Week 6, all campers will attend our YMCA Camp Willson Adventure.


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YMCA DAY CAMp At Grove CitY YMCAfor kids entering grades 1-6, 8:30 am–3:30 pm before Care: 7:00-8:30 am After Care: 3:30-6:00 pm Meals: snack (After Care)


WeeK tHeMe 1 Mysteries, Maps & riddles 2 super slimy 3 Back in time 4 super Hero Week 5 Celebrate America 6 explore the World 7 splish, splash 8 super Hero Adventure AnD YMCA Camp Willson Adventure 9 spirit Week 10 games-game-games or Lincoln theatre (ages 8 and older) 11 Y’s got talent

We offer basic instruction for various sports, indoor/outdoor swimming, arts & crafts, nature adventures and canoe instruction (subject to availability).



Grove CitY YMCA3600 Discovery Dr., Grove City, OH 43123 614 871 9622

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SportS & SpeCiAltY ACADeMieS At Grove CitY YMCAfor kids entering grades 1-6, 9:00–11:00 am Member $50/week Youth/Child Member $60/week non-Member $75/week grove City YMCA Day Campers $25 /week + camp fee

Week 1 soccer Week 4 CheerleadingWeek 2 fishing Week 6 VolleyballWeek 3 Baseball/softball Week 8 Art

These academies are a great bonus to day camp or perfect summer addition! We offer instruction for all skills and ages.

SuMMer teen Club for kids entering grades 7–9, 8:30 am–3:30 pm

Calling all teens! Try our Summer Teen Club! Contact the Grove City YMCA for more details.

See page 24 for details!preSChool At Grove CitY YMCA

keep summer hopping! See page 4 for details!

YMCA DAY CAMp for South-WeStern CitY SChoolSextended summer Break, August 18-29

Schools not starting back for everyone yet, so come to YMCA Day Camp and participate in our programs to keep the summer going at Hoover YMCA Park!


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the YMCA Core Character Values are Caring, Honesty, respect and responsibility. Building character is essential to the YMCA’s commitment to Youth Development. We promise to teach and demonstrate these values in all of our programs. if your camper does not leave camp with a better understanding of our Core Values, we’ll refund their camp fee.

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financial Assistance Available Thanks to our generous donors, we are able to provide assistance to those in need with their summer camp costs.

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olentangy Week (May 26-31) kicks off summer vacation! Check it out! See page 4 for details.

experienCe SuMMer in A neW WAY

teen CAMpS • TEENation• Trailblazers• Frontier• Rock & Ropes at Frontier• Lead Out Loud Trips• Counselors in Training


for more details & online registration, visit ymcacampwillson.org

trADitionAl CAMpS • Rangers• Pathfinders

SpeCiAltY CAMpS• Mini Camp• Create & Design• Fishing Camp• Drama Camp• Garage Band • Camp Nightfall• Ecology Camp• Target Sports Camp

rAnCh CAMpS • Wranglers• Ranch Camp• Horseback Riding Lessons (add-on)

experienCe SuMMer in A neW WAY“My daughters come home from camp every year more confident and with a greater breadth of experiences. It has been extremely helpful for my oldest daughter in learning how to make new friends and increasing her self-confidence.”

- YMCA Camp Willson parent


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YMCA DAY CAMp At hilliArD rAY pAtCh fAMilY YMCAfor kids entering grades 1–6, 8:30 am–3:30 pm before Care: 7:00-8:30 am After Care: 3:30-6:00 pm Meals: snack (After Care)


WeeK tHeMe 1 Basketball 2 soccer 3 Diamond sports 4 Volleyball 5 flag football/rugby 6 splish, splash 7 sports Challenge AnD YMCA Camp Willson Adventure 8 tae Kwon Do/gymnastics 9 spirit Week 10 sports from Around the World 11 Campers Choice

Everybody plays—and everybody wins—in this day camp program with sports themes.

• Campers will learn each sport’s fundamentals.

• Traditional day camp activities complete with arts & crafts, science & nature and Friday cookouts.

4515 Cosgray Rd., Hilliard, OH 43026 614 334 9622

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YMCA DAY CAMp At teD kAltenbACh pArk or hilliArD preSbYteriAn ChurChfor kids entering grades 1–6 8:00 am–3:00 pm (Ted Kaltenbach Park) After Care: 3:00-6:00 pm Meals: snack (After Care)

8:30 am-3:30 pm (Hilliard Presbyterian Church) before Care: 7:00-8:30 am After Care: 3:30-6:00 pm Meals: snack (After Care)


WeeK tHeMe 1 Back in time 2 super slimy 3 World explorer 4 Celebrate America 5 Mysteries, Maps & riddles 6 games-games-games AnD YMCA Camp Willson Adventure 7 splish, splash 8 super Hero Adventure or Lincoln theatre (ages 8 and older) 9 spirit Week 10 Camp rewind 11 Campers Choice

If you’re serious about summer fun, then join us as we set out on the adventure of a lifetime!

• ted Kaltenbach Park: sand volleyball, basketball, sports fields, cookouts and more.

• Hilliard Presbyterian Church: nature walks, arts & crafts, playground activities, cookouts and more.

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YMCA DAY CAMp At hilltop YMCAfor kids entering grades 1–6, 8:30 am–3:30 pm before Care: 7:00-8:30 am After Care: 3:30-6:00 pm Meals: breakfast, lunch, snack (After Care)


WeeK tHeMe 1 Jumpstart 2 games-games-games 3 Back in time 4 Mysteries, Maps & riddles 5 Celebrate America AnD YMCA Camp Willson Adventure 6 splish, splash 7 explore the World 8 super slimy 9 spirit Week 10 super Hero Adventure or Lincoln theatre (ages 8 and older) 11 Camp rewind

Enjoy a summer of fun in the outdoors. Campers will engage in activities that focus on Summer Learning Loss. Every week there will be a new theme with activities in arts & crafts, team building and Friday cookouts.

hilltop YMCA2879 Valleyview Dr., Columbus, OH 43204 614 276 8224

SportS & SpeCiAltY ACADeMieS At hilltop YMCAfor kids entering grades 1–6, 8:30 am-3:30 pm

Member $119/week Youth/Child Member $139/week non-Member $159/week

Week 4 soccer Week 10 gymnastics Week 7 Basketball

This program runs for a full day and concentrates on sport themes. At the end of the week, campers will display their talents to celebrate all they have learned.

leADerS in trAininGfor kids grades 6-12, 8:00 am-12:00 pm Meals: breakfast, lunch & snack Member $50/week Youth/Child Member $55/week non-Member $60/week

This program includes service learning, leadership development, team building and opportunities to volunteer and explore career options.

teen Club

for kids grades 6-12, 12:00-4:00 pm

This is a free drop-in program for teens. It runs Monday through Friday and includes recreation, swimming, enrichment, arts & crafts and weekly field trips.

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SuMMer enriChMent CAre At CherrY Creekfor kids ages 5-12, 7:00 am-6:00 pm June 3-August 22Meals: breakfast, lunch, snack (After Care)

This state-licensed program at our Cherry Creek site provides enrichment care for school-age children during the summer. Enjoy weekly themes and a wide range of activities. Contact the Hilltop YMCA for pricing and more information.


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YMCA DAY CAMp At hoover YMCA pArkfor kids entering grades 1–8, 9:00 am–3:30 pm before Care: 7:00-8:30 am After Care: 3:30-6:00 pm Meals: breakfast & lunch


Camps available week 1-6 and 8-10

Beautiful Hoover YMCA Park has 65 acres of fields, woods, a stream, a climbing wall and 1-acre garden.

We believe in offering children a wide variety of opportunities for learning new skills, making friends, having fun and building self-esteem. These camps have many activities including:

• Games, team building, sports, nature and art

• Learn about vegetables, gardening and healthy food choices.

• Scout basics, life skills and YMCA Core Values

• Learn about recycling and composting

• Visits from the Bookmobile

• Summer reading program with the Columbus Metropolitan Library. During Week 7, day camp is available at the Vaughn E. Hairston YMCA or check out another YMCA Day Camp location.

During Week 8: all campers will attend our YMCA Camp Willson Adventure.

Week 9: focuses on camp spirit, and includes Spirit Day.

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YMCA DAY CAMp At JerrY l. GArver YMCAfor kids entering grades 1-6, 8:30 am–3:30 pm before Care: 7:00-8:30 am After Care: 3:30-6:00 pm Meals: breakfast, lunch & snack (After Care)


WeeK tHeMe 1 soccer 2 street Hockey/Dance 3 flag football/Cheerleading 4 fitness Challenge 5 All stars, All sports AnD YMCA Camp Willson Adventure 6 Basketball 7 Baseball/Kickball 8 Volleyball/net sports 9 spirit Week 10 Kids’ Choice

Summer just wouldn’t be the same without the fun and challenge of our sports program.

• Instruction for all skill and age levels

• Sport challenges in a non-competitive environment

• Traditional day camp activities complete the day with arts & crafts, nature activities, games and songs!

• Fun Fridays include a cookout, community garden learning and camper awards.

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YMCA DAY CAMp At hiCkorY lAkeSfor kids entering grades 1-6, 8:30 am–3:30 pm before Care: 7:00-8:30 am After Care: 3:30-6:00 pm Meals: breakfast, lunch & snack (After Care)


WeeK tHeMe 1 Back in time 2 Mysteries, Maps & riddles 3 World explorer or Lincoln theatre (ages 8 and older) 4 super slimey 5 Celebrate America AnD YMCA Camp Willson Adventure 6 games-games-games 7 super Hero Adventure 8 splish, splash 9 spirit Week 10 Camp rewind

Explore the great outdoors at the beautiful Hickory Lakes. We’ll have:

• Games, team-building fun and Friday cookouts

• Field trips and special visitors during select weeks.

• During Week 3: campers who are age 8 and older will have the opportunity to register for our Lincoln Theatre performing arts experience.

6767 Refugee Rd., Canal Winchester, OH 43110 614 834 9622JerrY l. GArver YMCA

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YMCA DAY CAMp At libertY tWp./poWell YMCAfor kids entering grades 1–6, 8:30 am–3:30 pm before Care: 7:00-8:30 am After Care: 3:30-6:00 pm Meals: snack (After Care)


WeeK tHeMe 0 sports spectacular 1 Diamond sports 2 international sports AnD YMCA Camp Willson Adventure 3 Basketball 4 Volleyball 5 street Hockey/Lacrosse 6 soccer 7 flag football or Lincoln theatre (ages 8 and older) 8 swimming 9 spirit Week 10 All sports

• Campers are divided into age-appropriate groups.

• We offer instruction in technical, tactical and psychological aspects of each sport.

• Campers will enjoy other activities such as crafts, cookouts, guest presenters, contests and more!

holiDAY SpeCtACulAr: July 21-25Experience your holidays in one week! Dress up for Halloween, then find a pot of gold on St. Patrick’s Day.

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olentAnGY loCAl SChoolS Week At YMCA CAMp WillSonfor kids ages 7-13, May 26-31

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SpeCiAltY CAMpS At CAMp MArY orton for kids entering grades 4–6 8:30 am–3:30 pm before Care: 7:00-8:30 am* After Care: 3:30-6:00 pm* Meals: snack (After Care)

Member $129/week Youth/Child Member $149/week non-Member $169/week

Artist’s Studio Week 1: June 2-6 Create masterpieces through drawing, painting, sculpture and more. All skill levels welcome!

explore nature & Science Week 10: Aug. 4-8 We’ll have wacky science experiments and activities that will bring out the science lover in every kid.

7798 N. Liberty Rd., Powell, OH 43065 614 839 9622 or 740 881 1058

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YMCA DAY CAMp At CAMp MArY orton for kids entering grades 1–6, 8:30 am-3:30 pm before Care: 7:00-8:30 am* After Care: 3:30-6:00 pm* Meals: snack (After Care)


WeeK tHeMe 1 explore the World 2 super Hero Adventure 3 Back in time 4 splish, splash 5 Celebrate America 6 Mysteries, Maps & riddles or Lincoln theatre (ages 8 and older) 7 games-games-games AnD YMCA Camp Willson Adventure 8 super slimy 9 spirit Week 10 Camp rewind

• Maximize your fun this summer with hiking, creeking, making arts & crafts and playing games. We offer swimming 2-3 times per week.

• During Week 6: campers, age 8 and older, may register to attend our Lincoln Theatre performing arts experience.


libertY little oneS for kids ages 3-5, June 9-July 25

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YMCA DAY CAMp At north YMCAfor kids entering grades 1–6 8:30 am–3:30 pm before Care: 7:00-8:30 am After Care: 3:30-6:00 pm Meals: breakfast, lunch & snack (After Care)


WeeK tHeMe 1 soccer 2 Basketball 3 rugby/flag football/Cheerleading 4 floor Hockey or Lincoln theatre (ages 8 and older) 5 Diamond sports AnD YMCA Camp Willson Adventure 6 swim & Water games 7 gymnastics/tae Kwon Do 8 Volleyball 9 spirit Week 10 sports of All sorts

Just the camp for those who enjoy playing sports!

• Learn the fundamentals of the sport, in age-appropriate groups.

• Also features activities, such as swimming, arts & crafts, games, special guests and cookouts

Scheduled field trips Week 4 - Lincoln Theatre (some campers) Week 5 - YMCA Camp Willson Week 6 - Minerva Pool Week 9 - Hoover YMCA Park

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YMCA DAY CAMp At St. AnthonY SChoolfor kids entering grades 1–6 8:30 am–3:30 pm before Care: 7:00-8:30 am After Care: 3:30-6:00 pm Meals: breakfast, lunch & snack (After Care)


WeeK tHeMe 1 Back in time 2 super Hero Adventure 3 super slimy 4 Y’s got talent or Lincoln theatre (ages 8 and older) 5 Celebrate America AnD YMCA Camp Willson Adventure 6 explore the World 7 games-games-games 8 splish, splash 9 spirit Week 10 Mysteries, Maps & riddles

The North YMCA invites you to spend a fun-filled summer with us at our day camp!

• Indoor and outdoor activities

• Swimming and weekly field trips

• Games and team-building activities

”Camp gives a sense of independence...showing them they can find their place in a group setting without knowing anyone.”- 2013 YMCA Day Camp parent

1640 Sandalwood Pl., Columbus, OH 43229 614 885 4252north YMCAWe plAY outSiDe,

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SportS & SpeCiAltY ACADeMieS At piCkAWAY CountY fAMilY YMCAfor kids entering grades 1-6

Our Sports & Specialty Academies are a perfect addition to your summer! We offer instruction for all skill and age levels. Parents may choose week-long or day adventures for their child. Contact the Y for information about our Lincoln Theatre experience.

Weekly themes include:

• Art • Running

• Gymnastics • Basketball

• Soccer • Volleyball

“He was able to be independent, make new friends, interact with a variety of staff, learn new things, and do it all in a completely new experience for him.” - 2013 YMCA Day Camp parent

440 Nicholas Dr., Circleville, OH 43113 740 477 1661

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piCkAWAY CountY fAMilY YMCA SuMMer fun Clubfor kids entering grades 1-7, 6:00 am–6:00 pm

The Pickaway County Family YMCA Summer Fun Club is a state-licensed program that includes:

• Arts & crafts • Special events

• Sports • Guest speakers

• Games • Field trips

• Swimming

During Week 7, some campers who are age 8 and older will be selected to attend our Lincoln Theatre performing arts experience.

Our program promotes a warm, caring environment focusing on the Y's four Core Values: Caring, Honesty, Respect and Responsibility. Children are grouped by age and development. Part of your child’s day is spent outside, except in inclement weather.

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3500 First Ave., Urbancrest, OH 43123 614 539 1770

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YMCA DAY CAMp At vAuGhn e. hAirSton YMCAfor kids entering grades 1-6 9:00 am–3:30 pmbefore Care: 7:00-8:30 am After Care: 3:30-6:00 pm Meals: breakfast, lunch & snack (After Care)

Member $119/week Youth/Child Member $139/week non-Member $159/week Week 8 Campers Additional $20 activity fee

WeeK tHeMe 1 super Hero Adventure 2 games-games-games 3 explore the World 4 splish, splash 5 Celebrate America 6 Y’s got talent or Lincoln theatre (ages 8 and older) 7 Back in time 8 super slimy AnD YMCA Camp Willson Adventure 9 spirit Week 10 Camp rewind

During Week 6: some campers who are age 8 and older will be selected to attend our Lincoln Theatre performing arts experience.

Week 9: focuses on camp spirit, and includes Spirit Day.

Week 10: will focus on camp spirit, which includes a trip to Hoover YMCA Park for Spirit Day.

”This program is amazing for children. They loved it, and it made going to work much easier for me.”

- 2013 YMCA Day Camp parent

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our Cause Defines us We believe our camps should exemplify the Y’s commitment to youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. We believe creativity, fun and competition should develop the whole person - building healthy, confident, values-centered individuals. the Y is about more than looking after kids. it’s about nurturing their development, by providing a safe place to learn foundational skills, develop healthy, trusting relationships and building self-reliance through the YMCA’s Core Values of Caring, Honesty, respect and responsibility.

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libertY tWp. poWell YMCAlibertY little oneSfor kids ages 3-5, 9:30 am-12:00 pm, tuesday-thursday

Member $40/week Youth/Child Member $50/weeknon-Member $60/week

Week 2 Lil’ Chef Week 4 sports extravaganzaWeek 6 splish, splashWeek 8 Holiday spectacular

Join us for a summer of fun, just for the little ones! From playing with food to celebrating multiple holidays in one week, we have something for you! Parents may leave the Y during camp. Please contact for more information.

JerrY l. GArver YMCASuMMer preSChoolfor kids ages 3-5, half Day: 9:00 am-12:00 pm or 12:00-3:00 pm, full Day: 9:00 am-3:00 pm Meal: Snack

Sign up for preschool! Contact us for more about this summer program.

hilltop YMCASuMMer preSChoolfor kids ages 3-5, 9:00-11:30 amMeal: Snack

Your child will explore, swim and leap into learning with any of our 10 one-week theme choices. Simply choose any week or combination of weeks. Contact us for more about this program.

Grove CitY YMCASuMMer Skill builDerSfor fully potty-trained kids ages 3-59:00-11:30 am, tuesday-thursday Meal: Snack


Week 1 outer space Week 3 Pirates and PrincessesWeek 5 Wild, Wild WestWeek 7 ooey gooey fun Week 9 Beach Party

Camp includes arts & crafts, games, 30 minutes of swim time on Thursdays and a daily snack. Parents may leave the Y during camp. However, we ask parents to stay in the building on Thursdays, 9:00-9:40 am, when we have swim time, so they can change their child back into regular clothes to finish camp.

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With Camp Can Do, the YMCA and the Early Childhood Resource Network+ (ECRN+), extend the opportunity to enjoy and participate in nature to our young friends with special needs. Running concurrently with YMCA Day Camp at five local YMCA branches, Camp Can Do is a summer day camp for children and young adults with moderate to intensive special needs, ages 6 through 21 years. Camp activities are tailored to the unique needs of each camper. Each camp features a different theme. Our staff consists of teachers from our local school districts and qualified professionals, who are experienced in working with children who have special needs.

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4-Day CampMember $125/weekYouth/Child Member $137/weeknon-Member $150/week All Campers: $10 one-time activity fee

pickaway County family YMCAJune 9-12 July 7-10 June 16-19 July 14-17 June 23-26 July 21-24

3-Day Camp Member $75/weekYouth/Child Member $83/weeknon-Member $90/week

liberty twp./powell YMCAJune 16-20 July 7-11 June 23-27 July 14-18 June 30-July 3* July 21-25

*Prorated due to holiday

5-Day CampsMember $125/weekYouth/Child Member $137/weeknon-Member $150/week All Campers: $10 one-time activity fee

Gahanna/John e. bickley YMCA June 16-20 July 21-25 June 23-27 July 28-August 1

Grove City YMCA June 9-13 July 21-25 June 23-27 August 4-8 July 7-11

hilliard/ray patch family YMCA June 2-6 June 16-20 June 9-13

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locations:Grove City YMCAJerry L. Garver YMCAHilliard/Ray Patch Family YMCA Liberty Twp./Powell YMCAPickaway County Family YMCA

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teen extreMelocations:Hilliard/Ray Patch Family YMCA Jerry L. Garver YMCA will be hosting Teen Extreme at Hickory LakesNorth YMCA

eMpoWerinG YounG MinDSto the extreMeteen extreme is not your regular day camp...it’s exciting activities, including field trips, designed especially for teens. Don’t miss out on a summer that’s way out of the ordinary; sign up for teen extreme now! Check our website for teen extreme theme descriptions.


t.e.A.M. building Week 1: June 2-6

5 Countries, 5 Days Week 2: June 9-13

Grossology Week 3: June 16-20

not Your Average Sport Week 4: June 23-27

Mission possible Week 5: June 30 - July 3

Chefs-r-us Week 6: July 7-11

Wonders of Science Week 7: July 14-18

Water Mania AnD YMCA Camp Willson Adventure Week 8: July 21-25

lincoln theatre Week 9: July 28-August 1

Camp rewind Week 10: August 4-8

Swim lessons provided at some teen extreme locations

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facebook.com/ymcacolumbusohio twitter.com/YMCAColumbus More inforMAtion & reGiSter online: ymcacolumbus.org/daycamp

“Camp continues to develop their social, physical and creative skills during the summer. knowing those things are continuing to happen while they are out of school and i am working is very important to me!” - 2013 YMCA Day Camp parent

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