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Silver Bay's Program Guide through June 24, 2016TRANSCRIPT
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BREEZE SILVER BAY YMCA’S Official Program Guide March 1, 2016 Through June 24, 2016
RENEW,REFRESH,INSPIRE
SILVER BAY YMCA87 Silver Bay Road, Silver Bay, NY 12874
518.543.8833 1.888.758.7229 www.silverbay.org
WELCOME TO SILVER BAY
THE MISSION OF SILVER BAY YMCA is to offer all people opportunities to renew, refresh, and nurture their spirit, mind, and body.
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CEO .................................ext. 201 [email protected] COO.................................ext. [email protected] Guest Services ..............ext. 235 [email protected] Front Desk ....................ext. 219 [email protected] Conference Services ....ext. 345 [email protected] Membership ..................ext. 245 [email protected] Programs .......................ext. 216 [email protected] Reservations .................ext. 350 [email protected] Silver Camp ...................ext. 245 [email protected] Spiritual Life Center ....ext. 272 [email protected] Development .................ext. 307 [email protected]
SILVER BAY YMCA Phone: 518.543.8833 or 1.888.758.7229
For general information email [email protected]
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2Silver Bay YMCA’s campus is on the National Register of Historic Places.
TABLE OF CONTENTSOUR MISSION...................................................... 1
CONTACTS............................................................ 1
TABLE OF CONTENTS........................................ 2
ABOUT SILVER BAY............................................ 2
BASIC MEMBERSHIPS........................................ 3
PROGRAM MEMBERSHIPS............................... 4
GENERAL INFORMATION................................. 5-12
PROGRAMS & ACTIVITIES.............................. 13-20
WINTER WEEKEND............................................ 20-21
OTHER AREA ATTRACTIONS............................ 21-22
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Silver Bay YMCA is a conference and family retreat center located in the Adirondack State Park on beautiful Lake George. Since 1902 Silver Bay has excelled in providing programs and services that help all people to feel renewed, refreshed, and inspired.
Silver Bay was formed over the past 114 years by caring staff and benefactors who are responsible for everything that you see on campus today. It is their dedication that has made Silver Bay, their hopes and dreams for this place and their hard work that has shaped the Silver Bay of today. As you walk our grounds, please keep in mind that everything you see was created with purpose, with love, and with the dream that Silver Bay would achieve great things...that it would make a difference.
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CEO .................................ext. 201 [email protected] COO.................................ext. [email protected] Guest Services ..............ext. 235 [email protected] Front Desk ....................ext. 219 [email protected] Conference Services ....ext. 345 [email protected] Membership ..................ext. 245 [email protected] Programs .......................ext. 216 [email protected] Reservations .................ext. 350 [email protected] Silver Camp ...................ext. 245 [email protected] Spiritual Life Center ....ext. 272 [email protected] Development .................ext. 307 [email protected]
ABOUT SILVER BAY
BASIC MEMBERSHIP
BASIC MEMBERSHIPS
CHILD ADULT TWO PERSON
FAMILY *
ANNUAL BASIC Valid until Dec 31, 2015
$60 $60 $120 $120
DAILY BASIC $10 $10 $20 $20
Benefits include: Access to the Gift Shop, Library, Fisher Lounge, and The Store. Entitles you to receive Silver Bay publications. Membership is required to make a reservation. Annual Basic Membership fees will be applied toward an upgrade to a Program Membership.
*Two Person and Family Membership includes married couples or up to two adults, all dependent children through the age of 18, and full-time college students through the age of 24, residing in the same household. (Proof of residency or college enrollment proof may be required.)
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WORSHIP AT SILVER BAY YMCA IS OPEN TO EVERYONE - NO MEMBERSHIP REQUIRED.
PROGRAM MEMBERSHIPS
CHILD (0-17)
ADULT TWO PERSON
FAMILY*
Please note: Program Membership fees will be prorated for those who already hold an Annual Basic Membership. These rates (except the 1-DAY, include a Basic Annual Membership valid through 12/31/16.
* Two Person and Family Membership includes married couples or up to two adults, all dependent children through the age of 18, and full-time college students through the age of 24, residing in the same household. (Proof of residency or college enrollment proof may be required.)
Annual 2016 January 1st - December 31
$360 $660 $1020 $1080
10 Month Off Season Jan 1-Jun 25 & Sept 6-Dec 31
$160 $260 $420 $440
6 Month Pre Season Winter/Spring Jan 1-Jun 25
$130 $200 $300 $320
4 Month Post Season Fall/Winter Sept 6-Dec 31
$110 $160 $270 $280
1-Day Program Membership In pre, post or off Seasons Available Jan 1 - Jun 25 & Sept 6 - Dec 31
$15 $20 $35 $36
PROGRAM MEMBERSHIP
Benefits include: All program memberships, with the exception of the 1-Day membership, include a Basic Membership and all it’s privileges, access to Silver Bay’s programs and activities including the Fitness Center. Program members are eligible for a key to the fitness center for use during the winter and shoulder seasons.
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GENERAL INFORMATIONALCOHOL & DRUGSThe possession and/or consumptionillegal drugs is not permitted on campus or in any guest accommodations. Please see the Front Desk for a copy of Silver Bay’s policy on alcohol.
ATM – BANKING SERVICEThere is not an ATM machine located on campus. The nearest ATM is located at The Silver Bay General Store (Sal’s), located across from our north entrance on Route 9N.
Personal checks up to $50 may be cashed at the Front Desk.
BADGESYour name badge serves many purposes; your campus identification, your pass to use program areas around campus, and your meal ticket.
Please wear your name tag at all times. If you misplace it or damage it beyond recognition, see the Front Desk for a new one.
BUSINESS CENTER Located in the lobby of the Inn, the business center is equipped with telephones, and Internet access. Please note that our business center is available for guests who need to complete business tasks. Please be considerate of others who need to use the center and the equipment.
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CELEBRATIONS & BIRTHDAY PARTIESCelebrations at the Bay offer a unique location for your next birthday party or celebration. Enjoy our facilities including the climbing wall, the craft shop, archery and kayaking. For additional information please contact the Conference Services office located near the Front Desk at the Inn.
CHECK IN/CHECK OUTGuest check in is located at the Front Desk in the Inn lobby. Please check with the Front Desk to assure that all of your charges are settled prior to your departure.
Check in any time after 4:00 pmCheck out promptly by 11:00 am COMPUTER AND INTERNET ACCESSTwo computer stations are available in Business Center for checking email. Free wireless Internet is available in most areas of campus.
COPY/FAX Copy and fax services are available at the Front Desk. There may be a nominal charge.
CREDIT CARDSSilver Bay accepts Visa, MasterCard, American Express and Discover.
CRIBS AND COTSCribs and cots are available in rooms that have adequate space and comply
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with fire safety regulations. They may be requested at the time of reservation or upon arrival at the Front Desk. EMERGENCY SERVICESIn case of emergency notify the Front Desk located in the lobby or the nearest Silver Bay employee.
In the event that an employee is not available: Fire, Police, or Ambulance: 911Poison Control: 1-800-222-1222Report the specific location of the emergency on campus.
Silver Bay needs to be informed when emergency services is contacted to ensure that emergency vehicles may be escorted onto campus to the appropriate location for the emergency.
FRONT DESKThe Front Desk has the answers for most of your questions regarding your stay. Guest services available at the front desk include guest messages, copy and fax service, special food requests, lost and found, stamps and mail, phone cards, check cashing up to $50.00, flashlights, extra fans, hair dryers, iron and ironing board, etc. Limited personal hygiene products are available for purchase when the Gift Shop is closed.
GRATUITIESIn addition to lodging, food and membership rates, a 5% gratuity will be added to your bill at the close of your stay. Individual employees are not
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permitted to accept gratuities; however, there are employee gratuity boxes located throughout the campus if you desire to show additional appreciation for service received. Gratuities are disbursed to all employees.
LAUNDRYCoin-operated washers and dryers are located on the ground floor of the Administration building. There is a change machine inside the room. Laundry supplies may be purchased in the Gift Shop.
LOST AND FOUNDLost and found is located at theFront Desk in the Inn lobby. If you leavean item in your room, please call us and we will do our best to locate the item and return it to you. Items that are turned in to lost and found are held for a period of two weeks.
MAILPersonal mail may be picked up at the Front Desk after 10:00 am. If you have overnight mail shipped to Silver Bay, be aware that we only receive one late afternoon shipment per day.
Small packages, letters, and postcards may be mailed at the Front Desk daily. Out-going mail is picked up at 2:00 pm. Stamps, express mail, and any other postal needs are available for purchase at the Front Desk.
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MAINTENANCEIf something is not functioning in your room or cottage, contact the Front Desk to arrange for maintenance to make repairs.
MEALS Meal times vary. Please see you conference schedule or inquire at the front desk regarding meal times.
Meal included for all members and guests staying in full-service accommodations. Changes in meal times are posted in The Breeze and on the Dining Hall doors. Guests staying in camp accommodations may purchase meal plans or individual meal tickets at the Front Desk.
MESSAGES AND INCOMING CALLSMessages and incoming calls are taken at the Front Desk. The guest name will be posted on the electronic message board to the right of the Front Desk. In the event of an emergency, Front Desk personnel will make every effort to locate the guest as soon as possible.
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NOTARY PUBLICSilver Bay has a notary public on staff. Please contact the Front Desk to schedule an appointment.
PARKINGPlease park in the designated parking areas: main parking area - across from the Dining Hall, Bayview parking lot, behind the Dining Hall, and the diagonal parking on the grass area on the service road. Please do not parallel park on the service road, in the Inn Circle, or any other spot that is not designated for guest parking.
PETSPets are not allowed on campus, except for service animals. Owners are expected to clean-up after their service animals. QUIET HOURSQuiet hours are observed throughout the Silver Bay campus from 11:00 pm until 7:00 am. Please be respectful of other guests.
SALES AND CONFERENCE SERVICESIf you would like to bring a conference, wedding, or family reunion to Silver Bay, please see a member of our Conference Services staff located near the Front Desk at the Inn. They will be happy to assist you.
SECURITYSilver Bay provides round-the-clock guest service personnel. If you have a security issue, please see the Front Desk.
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SMOKINGThe smoking location for guests is at the flagpole in front of the Inn. New York State Law prohibits smoking indoors, under any roof or awning and at the beaches. Fines will be assessed for those who smoke in guest accommodations.
SPECIAL FOOD REQUESTSBirthday cakes can be ordered at the Front Desk with 48 hour notice. Trail lunches for hiking, box lunches for day of departure, and Silver Camp lunches can be ordered at the Front Desk 24 hours in advance.
TELEPHONECellular phone service can be unreliable in the Silver Bay area. Telephones are available in the Business Center located in the Inn lobby, and on the north side of the Inn porch. Phone cards are available at the Front Desk and in the Gift Shop.
VENDING MACHINESVending machines offering beverage and snack choices are located inside the northwest entry of the Inn near the handicap parking area.
REFRIGERATORS A limited number of small refrigerators are available for guest room use. You may request a refrigerator at the Front Desk at the time of your reservation.
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VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIESWe have a variety of volunteer opportunities available throughout the year. As a non-profit, charitable organization, we rely on volunteers to help us fulfill our mission.
Please contact [email protected]. Go to www.silverbay.org to view our volunteer opportunities and download an application.
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ARCHERY (Starting May 7)Archery is for ages 6 - Adult. Children ages 6-10 must be accompanied by an adult. First time Archers will receive instruction.
Saturday 3:30 p.m.-5:30 p.m.
BOATHOUSE (Starting May 21)Access to kayaks, canoes, and rowboat
Saturday 1:00 p.m.-5:00 p.m.
BOAT TOURS ON THE SILVER SPIRIT (Starting May 7)Learn about Lake George on our boat tour. Sign up at the Front Desk. $18/adult & $9/child
Saturday 1:30 p.m. and 3:30 p.m.
CLIMBING WALLAll climber under 18 must have a waiver signed by a parent/guardian.Sign Up at the Front Desk $10 per participant Open by appointment—
Please schedule 2 weeks in advance. Min of 6 Climbers
Call Darrell at ext. 316 to schedule
EQUIPMENT CENTER (mid-April weather dependent)Collins Eqipment Center has a variety of athletic equipment including
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shuffleboard, basketballs and tennis rackets plus games & puzzles.
FITNESS CENTER & FISHER GYMNASIUM GYMNASIUM Enjoy basketball, volleyball, indoor soccer.
Sunday – Thursday 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.Friday & Saturday 9:00 a.m. -9 p.m.
FITNESS CENTERAvailable On-Campus Members and Program Members to work out on cardio and Cybex machines. Must be 18 years old; pick up a key at the front desk.
GIFT SHOP Stop by the Wilson Gift Shop in the Inn and take home a memory of Silver Bay. Also, hot Coffee, Tea and Hot Cocoa are available for purchase. Gift Shop Hours are on the door.
LIBRARYEnjoy our collection of books. Please return all books at the end of your stay.
TENNIS COURTS Hard Courts (mid-April weather dependent)
Clay Courts (June 1) - Pick up a key at the front desk players must have
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OTHER ACTIVITIESActivity Kits, Games and Scavenger Hunts are available at the Front Desk.
COMMUNITY DINNER AND MOVIEALL ARE WELCOME Brookside Community House on the Silver Bay Campus
6pm Dinner (Pizza or Soup) with a movie to follow.
Suggested Donation $5 RSVP at [email protected]
March 11 THE AGE OF ADALINE (2015) Rated PG-13 (112 mins)After 29-year-old Adaline recovers from a nearly lethal accident, she inexplicably stops growing older. As the years stretch on and on, Adaline keeps her secret to herself -- till she meets a man who changes her life.
April 8 STILL ALICE (2014) Rated PG-13 (101 mins)When 50-year-old linguistics professor Alice Howland begins having trouble remembering words, her symptoms
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ultimately lead to a diagnosis of early-onset Alzheimer’s -- which forces Alice and her family to make radical changes in their lives.
May 13 ALOHA (2015) Rated PG-13 (105 mins)Returning to Hawaii to coordinate the launch of a revolutionary weapons satellite, defense contractor Brian Gilcrest reconnects with an old flame. Before long, however, he’s distracted by the alluring Air Force officer assigned to be his escort.
SPIRITUAL LIFE
WORSHIP SERVICES MAY 22 / CHAPELRev. Bruce Tamlyn Silver Bay ChaplainChoir at 9:15 amWorship at 10:00 am
JUNE 19 / CHAPELRev. Bruce Tamlyn Silver Bay ChaplainChoir at 9:15 amWorship at 10:00 am
MEN’S PRAYER BREAKFAST March 4, 7:30 a.m.Brookside Community House
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April 1, 7:30 a.m. Brookside Community House at
May 6, 7:30 a.m.Brookside Community House
June 3, 7:30 a.m. Boathouse
SPIRITUAL LIFE READING GROUP Come join us as we discuss “Grounded: Finding God in the World, A Spiritual Revolution” by Diana Butler Bass
March 4 &18, 9:30-11:00 a.m.Trinity Lounge April 1, 15 & 29, 9:30-11:00 a.m. Trinity Lounge
May 6 & 20, 9:30-11:00 a.m. Trinity Lounge
June 3, 9:30-11:00 a.m. Trinity Lounge LABYRINTH The Silver Bay labyrinth is located just north of Slim Point and is always available for reflection and meditation. It is a spiritual practice and walking meditation tool that can assist us in experiencing the Sacred.
TRINITY LIBRARY Located in Trinity House guests have an opportunity to enjoy our collection
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of Spiritual booksPASTORAL COUNSELING AND SPIRITUAL DIRECTION You are invited and most welcome to speak to our Chaplain or a Spiritual Life staff member. Please feel free to make an appointment by calling the Spiritual Life Center at 543-8833 ext. 293.
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIESWe have a variety of volunteer opportunities available throughout the summer. As a non-profit, charitable organization, we rely on volunteers to help us fulfill our mission. Please contact at [email protected].
YOUTH AND TEEN PROGRAMS
YMCA TEEN CENTER -TICONDEROGAThe Center, located in Ticonderoga is donor funded and open to area youth. six days a week. 6th -12th graders can spend their afternoons and evenings at the Center and take part in various activities and programs from basketball, to Leader’s Club, to homework assistance, and more. The Center is FREE, but teens must be registered. For more information contact Jackie Palandrani at or 518-5438833 ext 210.
AFTERSCHOOL CHILDCARELocated at the Ticonderoga Elementary School this school age program is available for children in grades Kindergarten to 6th grade. Students
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have access to homework help, recreational activities and games. Fees apply. Financial assistance may be available from our Open Pathways Scholarship Program.
For more information email jpalandrani@ silverbay.org or call 518.543.8833 ext 210
LEADERS CLUBThis program provides 7 – 12 graders with personal growth and meaningful group experiences. The teens participate in projects that promote character development, values education, community service, and other leadership development opportunities.
Silver Bay’s Leaders Club meets biweekly on Thursdays at 5:00 p.m.
For more information contact Jackie Palandrani at or 518-5438833 ext 210.
SPECIAL EVENTSCOUNCIL WEEKENDMay 20-23
“Tidy Time” is an opportunity for Silver Bay Council Members to give back and enhance Silver Bay’s buildings and grounds and work alongside staff on special projects. You do not need to be a member of Silver Bay Council to join
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in on this “work and play” weekend.AccommodationsNightly RatePrivate Bath *$50/person
*Individuals must work 4hrs a day to receive this special rate.
MEMORIAL DAY FAMILY WEEKENDMay 27-30
ADDITIONAL PROGRAM HOURS ARCHERYSaturday & Sunday: 9:00 a.m.-12:00p.m. &1:00p.m. - 5:00 p.m.Monday: 9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
BOATHOUSESaturday & Sunday: 9:00 a.m.- 12:00p.m. &1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.Monday: 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
BOAT TOURS ON THE SILVER SPIRITSign up at the Front Desk. $18/Adult $9/ChildrenSaturday & Sunday 1:30 p.m. or 3:30 p.m.
CLIMBING WALLSaturday 4:00 p.m.-5:00 p.m. All climbers under the age of 18 must have a waiver signed by a parent/guardian.Sign up at the Front Desk $10.00 per participant
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GUIDED HIKESunday at 2 p.m.Join us for a hike lead by a Silver Bay Staff member. Meet at the flag pole.
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NORTHERN LAKE GEORGE PADDLEPlatform Tennis, also known as paddle, combines the best elements of tennis, racquetball and squash, and is an easy to learn sport for players of all ages and abilities. It is the only outdoor racquet sport that is played year-round. Stop by the front desk to make a court reservation. $10/day
FIVE-NATIONS Five Nations Golf is a comprehensive Golf Center on the north end of Lake George in the heart of the Adirondack Park, near the site where Roger’s Rangers fought the renowned Snowshoe Battle. They feature a full driving range with full service golf ball machine, snack bar, and 18 hole miniature golf course.
TICONDEROGA COUNTRY CLUBGuest staying on campus receives a 20% discount on greens fees. To access this discount, make your tee time through the front desk
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Named Carillon by the French in 1755 and known to the soldiers in the American Revolution as “the old French Fort,” Fort Ticonderoga stood at the center of 2 wars and 5 battles. Today, the fort sits at the center of the Ticonderoga experience where guests can explore museum exhibitions, interact with historic trades staff, and participate in lively daily programs and special events and reenactments.
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SILVER BAY YMCA87 Silver Bay Road, Silver Bay, NY 12874
518.543.8833 1.888.758.7229 www.silverbay.org