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YMCA JOHN ISLAND CAMP

Women’s Wellness Weekend

Program Friday June 5th — Sunday June 7th, 2015

* Program Descriptions

* Spa Services

* Prices

* General Reminders

* Transportation

* What to Bring

* Schedule at a Glance

* John Island Camp Map

INSIDE YOU WILL

FIND...

Celebrating 25 years

WWW 2015

Committee

Susan Jayne Bursey

Marg Ghent

Rob Groccia

Kathy Jermyn

Annemarie May

Carla Ross-Arsenault

Dieter Schoenefeld

Marlies Schoenefeld

Scott Thomas

Women’s Wellness Weekend 2015– Program

Program – 2015

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 for the past six years . Performing everything from Janis Joplin to Adele, from 60's to today, 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 an awesome night!

Latin Groove

Unlimited

Zoi Monroy Velásquez wants to share the joy she feels when dancing to the Latin rhythm. Zoi was born in Venezuela, where she says there is music inside every human being. Warm up the body and work out your booty in this invigorating hour-long Latin dance workout. Class will begin with some yoga stretches to loosen up the body. Then, participants will learn basic salsa and bachata dance steps. Then, practice those steps to a hot Latin beat. Wear comfortable exercise clothing and footwear with slippery soles. (ie anything but running shoes, socks are OK)…Come on out and get your Latin groove going!!!

Zoi has been teaching salsa in Sudbury since the fall of 2009.

We are delighted to have you with us as we celebrate our 25th Women's Wellness Weekend (aka Ladies Spa Weekend) at John Island Camp.

As part of our birthday festivities, we ask that you stop by the craft table next to the Penny Table and make a star necklace to be worn on Saturday night indicating how many of our weekends you have attended. The necklaces need time to dry so make sure to do it early!

Please add a touch of silver to your Saturday night outfit to celebrate our silver anniversary!

Celebrating 25 years

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The Simple Joy of Singing

Unlimited

"The only thing better than singing is more singing". Ella Fitzgerald.

This workshop, conducted by KC Rautiainen, is a great opportunity for women to gain some basic knowledge and skills in a fun and pressure-free setting. Experience the joy of singing as a community and celebrate as voices are combined in song. Joining with other voices manifests the closet vocal enthusiast in all of us. During this session, participants will do fun vocal exercises and learn at least one song with a sophisticated end result...a performance-ready, harmony-rich song. No experience necessary.

KC Rautiainen is a Vocal Director/Performer with 25 years of experience.

Chakra Workshop and Meditation

Maximum 15

Many of us are exploring ways to reduce stress in our daily lives. Meditation, yoga and mindfulness are some of the methods being recommended by health care providers and often, references are made to chakras. What are chakras?

This workshop will give the participants a basic knowledge of the chakra system and how the chakras affect our well-being (body, mind and spirit) on a daily basis.

The seven main chakras are each a different colour, reflecting everything from how we feel (red/passion or anger or yellow/joy or vibrant), how we decorate and organize our homes and offices and even how we eat (greens for the heart, orange for the urinary tract, kidneys and liver) to nourish our physical bodies.

A twenty minute guided mediation will follow to assist in relaxation and realigning the chakras.

Charmaine Kennedy is the owner of Tree of Life North in Sudbury and is a Reiki Master/Teacher.

Dream Catcher Workshop Unlimited

This interactive workshop will teach you how to make a dream catcher. Taught in an engaging

way, anyone can learn how to make one. This cultural object is more than just a Native

American craft used to help protect the spirit while we sleep. Dream Catchers are also tools to

show us the inter-connectedness of all things and our relationship with nature. No skill or

tools needed. All supplies provided. Please bring a small personal item

(small stone, piece of cloth, old ring / ear-ring, buttons, etc...) that will be added to the

dream catcher to give it your energy.

Will Morin is a local artist and educator of Ojibway / Scottish/ French Canadian ancestry.

More information and examples of his artwork can be found on his website:

www.artofwillpower.ca.

(Cost for materials is $5).

http://www.artofwillpower.ca

PADDLE AND PAINT Maximum 10

Join Marlies Schoenefeld as you paddle to an island to paint a landscape with watercolour. All you need to bring is a sense of adventure and the will to try something new.


WALK AND PAINT

Maximum 10

After a short walk Marlies Schoenefeld will instruct the group to paint a simple landscape in watercolour.


BIRDING/NATURE/PHOTO WALK

Unlimited

You will be able to see a variety of birds in different habi-tats, 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 they will be your guides .

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Back-to-Nature Boot Camp Maximum 15 Using portions of the low ropes course and surrounding paths, this circuit class will take advantage of the natu-ral environment to create a workout for participants that will challenge strength and cardio endurance levels in a fun way. The session will finish with a Back-to-Nature stretch. This workout will appeal to all ages and fitness levels. Wear your old workout shoes, bring a towel and a pair of light gloves. You will get dirty! Dawn Condon is a YMCA certified Fitness Leader and Wellness coach with over 20 years of experience. This session will take 1.5 hours.

Tri Mudder Unlimited Using a Triathlon format, this workout with Dawn Condon will challenge participants' strength and cardio endurance. This circuit will take advantage of the natural environment and may include portions of the low ropes course, a water/swim challenge and a running challenge. This session will take 1.5 hours.

HIGH ROPES/CHALLENGE COURSE ELEMENTS

The John Island High Ropes/Challenge Course Elements are a series of program areas that provide excitement and intrigue amongst the trees at John Island. Our highly trained staff safely and properly supervises all elements. Some of the following elements will be part of the schedule during the weekend:

*Vertical Playpen

Maximum 18

Starting at ground level, participants will guide their way through a series of ropes, ladders and rubber tires while climbing up 40 ft. This is a great individual or teamwork element.

*Zip Line

Maximum 12 ( 2Hrs); Maximum 10 ( 1.5 Hrs)

Suspended 60 feet in the air, our Zip Line is 400 feet long. Put on a harness, get tied

into ropes and climb up a tree only to jump right off a platform and zip down a wire

to the end. This is definitely for those who enjoy the thrill of it all…

*Climbing Wall

Maximum 18

Our 40 ft. high Climbing Wall has been designed to allow beginners and experts alike

to be positively challenged while enjoying a vertical ascent.


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“Fun ‘n Games”

Maximum 15

Did you come to Women's Wellness Weekend to meet new friends, create connections, bond with your sisters,

make memories to last a lifetime? Well this is the perfect activity for you! Using teamwork, problem solving and

a healthy amount of laughter, you will find solutions to the tricky problems set before you by JIC staff. Challenge

yourself to think outside the box. Anything is possible in initiatives and low ropes!

Hike toward Lost Lake

Unlimited

For those in good physical condition who want a challenge and enjoy hiking exercise, the

rugged, varied terrain of the interior of the island 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 walk. Please wear hiking boots or sturdy footwear and bring a water bottle and

a bug shirt. This strenuous hike will take 4 hours. Participants must stay with the group

at all times.


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Old Mill Tour

Unlimited

Did you know that John Island was once home to a thriving mill

community? Join Gary Gray, past CEO of YMCA Sudbury and lifelong

JIC volunteer on this fascinating walk through the history of John Is-

land.

ARCHERY INSTRUCTION

Maximum 12

John Island staff will teach you the basic steps needed to aim at and

actually hit the target. Then participate in the JIC Hunger Games

competition and vie for the coveted Katniss Everdeen award.

CANOE & KAYAK INSTRUCTION

Maximum 12 for Kayaking and Maximum 12 for Canoeing

John Island Camp staff will introduce participants to these wonderful sports.

No experience needed!

GUIDED PADDLE

Canoe: Maximum 10 / Kayak: Maximum 10

For those who are relatively comfortable in a canoe or kayak already, John

Island Staff will lead the group on a leisurely paddle, exploring the beautiful

shoreline around John Island.

Please bring your own lifejacket if you need XXS or XXL.

FREE PADDLE GUIDELINES

Participants may go for a leisurely paddle in a canoe or kayak any time during daylight hours over the course of

the weekend. A check-out/check-in system must be used to ensure everyone’s safety and boats must go out in

pairs for safety reasons. If you plan to go for a paddle, please refer to the white board on the dining hall deck.

CAMPFIRE

Fingers crossed, Gitche Manitou will keep the skies clear and the stars bright so that we can

raise our voices together at our welcoming campfire on Friday night. Please bring your

songs, jokes and stories to the campfire circle.


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The Ancient Art of Sandcastle Building

Do you have the secret wish to be the Queen of the Castle?

Well, now your wish can become reality! We are reviving the ancient art of building sandcastles.

Join our contest and build the dream castle you wish you had. You may not be able to live in it, but you can show

off your skills and have fun and be the Queen of the Castle and win a prize!

Form a team! Practice at home. The possibilities are endless.

Our Kitchen Staff

The John Island Camp kitchen staff will be working hard all week-

end to keep us well-nourished and out of the kitchen. Please

speak directly to the kitchen staff members if you have any

questions or if you require a special diet.

PENNY TABLE and SILENT AUCTION

We welcome your support for the John Island Capital Campaign and Strong Kids.

Bring your loonies, twonies for the Penny Table and cheques for the Silent Auction.

Cost: 3 sheets $ 5.00 OR 7 sheets $ 10.00 If you wish to contribute any item or gift certificate, please contact the YMCA Camping Services,

800-465-9622 (Toll free in Canada)

705-674-6171 (Local)

YOGA Unlimited People come to yoga for different reasons. Most are looking for a way to improve their health. Others are interested in effective tools to manage stress. Still others seek personal and spiritual growth. Kripalu Yoga offers all these things. It's a practice that revitalizes the body, calms the mind and deepens self-awareness. Kripalu means being compassionate in Sanskrit. Show your body, mind and spirit compassion by joining Kathy Jermyn for a Kripalu Yoga class.

Bocce

This popular Italian game of bowls is traditionally played on a court but here at John Island it is played on the

beach! Marlies and Dieter will explain the game and help you get started.


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Aesthetic Services Nurture yourself!! An all-natural facial will ease away fine lines & wrinkles as tension is released from your face, neck and scalp by Mandy and Sharon. Massage & Reiki Rebalance your energy level and ease muscle tension - book either a back massage or Reiki with a foot treatment. Registered massage therapists Nadia, Chantal, Shawn, and Reiki Master Cynthia are available to rejuvenate you! Charmaine will also offer Totem Animal Readings.

Mandy Greenhill Natural facial, 45 min $45 Accepts cash Sharon Chaput Natural facial, 45 min $45 Accepts cash Cynthia Widawski Cedar foot soak, 30 min $30 Reiki, 30min $30 Cedar foot soak/Reiki, 45 min $45 Accepts cash Charmaine Kennedy Totem Animal Reading, 20 min $20 Accepts cash Nadia Morin, MT Back massage 30 min $40

Full body 60 min $70 Accepts cash Chantal Labelle, MT Back massage 30 min $40

Full body 60 min $70 Accepts cash Shawn Wallace, MT Back massage 30 min $40

Full body 60 min $70 Accepts cash

Spa Services

Please note:

Payment is due Friday evening - please bring CASH.

Notify massage therapists at the time of sign-up if receipt is

required, to be picked up at time of treatment.

Arrive a few minutes before appointment (late arrivals

subject to time restraints and no discount for service).

No refunds or rain checks for missed appointments.

For hygienic reasons, participants are to bring 2 small, dry, clean

hand towels and 2 large bath sheets for all treatments.


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Reminders

Please DO NOT BRING NUTS - John Island maintains a

"Nut Safe Environment" for the protection of children

with severe nut allergies

Be prepared for cool nights and the possibility of rain

Participants will be sharing cabins with 10-12 people

The Island is equipped with composting toilets only

Any bottles brought on to the island must be taken with

you when you leave

Smoking will be permitted in a designated area.

Because of the potential fire risk, there

is to be no smoking in the cabins

No alcoholic beverages are allowed on the beach as

dictated by Provincial law

There are no electrical outlets

Transportation

Friday afternoon bus departure occurs at the YMCA

main entrance, 140 Durham Street, downtown Sudbury

Bus # 1 will board at 4:00pm SHARP with Bus #2 leaving

shortly thereafter.

Please plan to arrive 30 minutes before departure to

ensure time for packing and loading the buses .

Parking downtown: If you wish to park underneath the

YMCA for the weekend, you must pay for the remainder

of Friday by visiting the parking attendant at the lot and

displaying the paid ticket on your dashboard. Failure to

do so will result in a parking ticket.

Alternatively, you may park in the YMCA-approved lot on

Elgin Street. All parking is at your own risk.

Both buses will stop for a break in Espanola at Wendy’s/

Tim’s location ( Hwy 17 & 6 ).

Bus # 1 will pick up those participants who selected this

option on their registration form. (Approx 4:40pm)

You will arrive at Walkhouse Bay to get on the boat at

approximately 6:30 pm depending on how long we break

in Espanola.

Sunday: Expect to arrive back at YMCA in downtown

Sudbury between 5:30 and 6:30 pm.

What to Bring

Warm sleeping bag and pillow

Warm sweater/jacket

Single mattress cover sheet for bed (optional)

Long pants/shirt

Sun screen/insect repellant

Bug Shirt (have this readily available in your hand

luggage for use at the dock Friday evening)

Coffee mug

Ear Plugs (in case of snoring)

Swim wear and towel

Wind shell/rain wear

Hat

Yoga or exercise mat

Collapsible Camping chair (there are few chairs

available outside)

Towels (personal and for Spa services)

100% biodegradable toiletries

Pair of shorts/t-shirt

Flashlight and good batteries

Small mirror (if desired)

Sturdy shoes and sandals

Sunglasses

Extra money, Visa, cheques etc ( for sign up, Penny

Table and Silent Auction)

Binoculars

Camera

Small day pack for the stuff you will want on

Sunday morning while your luggage is getting

loaded on the boat and you are still taking part in

the program

Any required medication (kept in a day bag)

BYOB ( please avoid glass)

Bring a silver accessory for your Saturday night out-

fit

The weekend menu does not include

alcoholic beverages – but you are welcome

to bring your own!

( in a small cooler)


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YMCA John Island Camp is located approximately 2 hours from Sudbury and Sault Ste. Marie. Once you arrive

at the loading docks, you will have a 10 minute boat ride to the Island!

YMCA John Island Camp is children and children at heart caring, sharing

and daring to provide a positive and lasting effect on values and attitudes with a magical island as a common point

Loading Docks

Women’s Wellness Weekend 2015– Schedule at a Glance

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Friday June 5, 2015 4:00 PM Bus departs YMCA Sudbury

6:00 PM Boat departs Walkhouse Bay

7:00 PM Welcome Reception and snacks in Dining Hall and move into cabins

8:30 PM Dinner

9:30 PM Sign-up: Activities/Aesthetics/Massage

10:30 PM Campfire (Weather Permitting)

Saturday June 6, 2015 Dining Hall Leadership

Centre Papineau Outdoor Area

Meet on the Dining Hall Porch

6:30 AM Birding

7:30 – 8:45 AM

Breakfast

9:00 AM Sandcastle build-ing (SCB) starts!

Dream-catcher

Fun ‘n Games

Climbing Wall

Canoe

Instruction

Hike toward Lost Lake

(This strenuous hike takes 4 hours!)

10:00AM Latin Groove

11:00AM

Chakra Talk

Joy of Singing

BTN Boot Camp

Zip Line

2 hours

Kayak Instruction Archery

12:00PM

1:00 PM Lunch

2:00 PM Dream-catcher

Joy of Singing

Zip Line

2 hours

Paddle & Paint Guided Paddle

kayak 3:00 PM Latin Groove Tri

Mudder 4:00 PM Chakra Talk

Bocce on the Beach

Zip Line

1.5 hours

Yoga Archery Guided paddle

canoe 5:00 PM SCB

ends!

5:30 PM Happy Hour (Appetizers will be served)

6:30 PM DINNER

8:30 PM MUSICAL ENTERTAINMENT by NAKED SOUL

Sunday June 7, 2015 Dining Hall Leadership

Centre Papineau Outdoor Area

Dining Hall Porch

6:30 AM Morning Yoga

On the Beach

Birding

7:30 - 8:45 AM

Breakfast

Please bring your luggage to the Dining Hall by 11:00am!

9:00 AM Chakra Talk Dream-catcher

Joy of Singing

Vertical Playpen

Walk and Paint

Old Mill Tour

10:00 AM BTN Boot Camp

11:00 AM Latin Groove

12:00 PM Photo in front of Dining Hall

12:30 PM Lunch

1:30 PM Depart John Island


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