The oldest continuously operating day camp in the country.Located on 58 acres in Manlius, New York, Camp Iroquois has been the

perfect location for youth to spend all, or part, of their summer since 1933. Programs are designed to enrich the lives of young people by

helping them develop confidence, self-esteem, character values and achievement in a safe, challenging and fun environment.

MISSION STATEMENTThe mission of the YMCA of Greater Syracuse is to put Christian principles into practicethrough programs that build healthy spirit, mind and body for all.

CHARACTER DEVELOPMENTLike all YMCA youth programming, activities at Camp Iroquois promote the values of Caring, Honesty, Respect, and Responsibility. It is the goal of the camp staff to foster and recognize these values throughout the camping experience.

FACILITIES• In-ground Pool• Lakefront Area• Horse Corral

& Riding Area• Miles of Hiking Trails• 28’ Climbing Wall• 10’ Climbing Wall• Archery Range• Basketball Court• Sports Field• Covered Pavilions• Camp Store

ACTIVITIES• Structured Swim• Free Swim• Archery• Arts & Crafts• Canoeing & Boating• Lakefront Activities• Sports & Games• Horseback Riding• Nature Studies• Y-Arts• Character Building• Songs & Skits

DAY CAMPJUNE 29 - AUGUST 21The summer consists of four, two-weeksessions and specialty camps at thenend of summer. Sign up for some or all!Camp Hours: 9:00AM-4:00PMExtended Care Hours: 7:00AM-9:00AMand 4:00PM-6:00PMCamp Drop-off: 8:40AM-9:00AMCamp Pick-up: 4:15PM-4:30PMBraves AM Hours: 9:00AM-12:00PM

GENERAL CAMP INFORMATIONCAMP ADMINISTRATION CONTACT INFORMATIONMegan DavisSenior Program Director of Youth Developmentmdavis@ymcacny.org315.637.2025, x238Summer Contact: 315.637.6436, x3

REGISTRATION AND BILLING CONTACT INFORMATIONAnnemarie Rossomanocampoffice@syracuseymca.orgSummer Contact Number 315.637.6436, x2Off-Season Contact Number 315.637.2025, x210

INCLUSIONSUPPORT SERVICESLaura Mangano-SmithInclusion Coordinatorlmsmith@ymcacny.org315.637.2025, x 211

YMCA CAMP IROQUOIS GOALSCharacter and leadership development is at the heartof what camp does for campers each and every day atCamp Iroquois. We strive to make our campers moreindependent, critical thinkers that understand the joysof being outside, with new friends and being a part ofa community that has been impacting lives since ourfirst summer in 1933. YMCA Day Camp Iroquoisprograms provide opportunities each day to trysomething new and learn something that you didn’tknow before camp, while maintaining the four corevalues: caring, respect, responsibility and honesty. Ourcause is to strengthen community, and we strive to dothat in every activity at camp!

ACCREDITATIONCamp Iroquois is licensed by the Onondaga CountyDepartment of Health and inspected a minimum oftwice yearly. Inspection reports concerning the campare on file at:

Onondaga County Health DepartmentDivision of Environmental HealthJohn H. Mulroy Civic Center 12th Floor421 Montgomery StreetSyracuse, NY 13202Telephone: (315) 435-6617

• Family Members: $408• Youth Members: $451• Non-Members: $491

BRAVES KINDERCAMP (FULL DAY)• Family Members: $430• Youth Members: $470• Non-Members: $510

BRAVES KINDERCAMP (HALF DAY 9:00AM-12:00PM)• Family Members: $236• Youth Members: $259• Non-Members: $279

CIT PROGRAM• Family Members: $315• Youth Members: $370• Non-Members: $425

EXTENDED CARE• AM: $45/Two week session• PM: $50/Two week session

BUS TRANSPORTATION• AM: $30/Two week session• PM: $30/Two week session

WEEK 9 SPECIALTY CAMP• Family Members: $185• Youth Members: $205• Non-Members: $225

WEEK 9 HORSE CAMP• Family Members: $220• Youth Members: $240• Non-Members: $260

SPECIALTY WEEKS EXTENDED CARE• AM: $30/Two week session• PM: $30/Two week session

NO BUSING PROVIDED DURINGSPECIALTY WEEKS

CAMP FEESPER TWO WEEK SESSION

CAMP IROQUOISPROGRAM OFFERINGS

CAMPER GROUPINGSCampers are placed into coed groups of youth theirown age. Each TP has a counselor to maintain a groupof 1:12 ratio; Braves operate on a smaller ratio of 1:6.Camp activities are modified to be age-appropriate foreach group. In addition, each session includes specialdays with theme based fun.

BRAVES KINDERCAMP3-5 Years Half-Day & Full-Day

TONAWEH UNITCompleted Grades K - 1

OYANEH UNITCompleted Grades 2-3

SACHEM UNITCompleted Grades 4-6

TIOGA UNITCompleted Grades 7-8

OVERNIGHTS One overnight is offered per session for Tonaweh,Oyaneh, Sachem and Tioga campers. Registrationforms will be available in a digital copy in your sessionnewsletters via email, and in print by request or in theoffice. Dinner and Breakfast is provided to campers onthe overnight, but they are requested to pack twolunches that will be refrigerated at camp. Space islimited on the overnights and will be first-come, first-serve for all units.

CIT PROGRAMThe Counselor-in-Training program is for teens whohave completed the 9th grade and have a desire towork with youth in a group setting. The programfocuses on developing and enhancing valuableleadership traits in a fun, safe, and values-orientedenvironment. Through interactive training,teambuilding activities, and hands-on learningexperiences, teens will foster the skills necessary forserving youth in a positive work environment. Thesummer will conclude with a CIT celebration.

CAMP STAFFYou can depend on the YMCA to make sure that CampIroquois and activity areas are well supervised. Ourstaff are well-trained before and during the summerand are attentive to details. As role models, campstaff are selected for sound judgment, maturity,experience and enthusiasm. Many staff are campalumni. In addition to specialty staff, counselors, andlifeguards, the camp also has an on-site MedicalDirector. All staff members are interviewed and gothrough a complete background check prior to beinghired. Pre-camp training topics include safety,character development, behavior management, andemergency procedures.

INCLUSIONSUPPORT SERVICESThe Hal Welsh East Area Family YMCA is proud topartner with AccessCNY to provide support services tochildren with special needs through the Office for Peoplewith Developmental Disabilities (OPWDD). Through thispartnership the Y is able to provide 1:1 or sharedsupport counselors to children who qualify at noadditional cost to the family. The Y also raises moneyfor our annual campaign to provide support to camperswho do not qualify for our grant funding. Campers of allabilities are able to enjoy summer camp in a safe,supportive and inclusive environment.

*Support counselors are available on a first-come, firstserve basis. Each camper may receive support for 1session. For more information please contact LauraMangano-Smith Inclusion Coordinator at 637-2025 ext. 211 or lmsmith@ymcacny.org.

THE CHILL ZONEWhile our goal is to have each camper fully engaged inevery activity, we understand that children with specialneeds may need breaks through out the day. The ChillZone is equipped with different materials like play-doh,coloring supplies, fidget toys, and a quiet corner as wellas air conditioning. The playhouse also serves as anarea where campers who need full assistance changingcan be supported while maintaining the camper’sprivacy.

SUMMER 2020 SPECIAL DAYS

SESSION 1WEDNESDAY, JULY 1STMis-Match Day

TUESDAY, JULY 7THMovie Day

THURSDAY, JULY 9THPirate Day

THURSDAY, JULY 9THOvernight

SESSION 2TUESDAY, JULY 14THBraids & Shades Day

THURSDAY, JULY 16THSports Day

WEDNESDAY, JULY 15THFamily Night• Rain Date: Thursday July 16th

TUESDAY, JULY 21ST & WEDNESDAY, JULY 22NDOlympics

THURSDAY, JULY 23RDOvernight

SESSION 3TUESDAY, JULY 28THFlash back Day

THURSDAY, JULY 30THTrivia Day

WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 5THGold Rush• Rain Date: Thursday, August 6th

THURSDAY, AUGUST 6THOvernight

SESSION 4

WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 12THFamily Carnival Night• Rain Date: Thursday August 13th

THURSDAY, AUGUST 13TH & FRIDAY, AUGUST 14THColor Wars

WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 19THMiss Iroquois• Rain Date: Thursday, August 20th

WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 19THOvernight

FRIDAY, AUGUST 21STGraffiti Day

WEEK 9WET, WILD, & WACKY CAMPDo you have the guts to answer the question andtake the physical challenge? Campers will enjoyindividual and team contests from simple trivia toenthusiastic competition. This week is sure to have alittle bit of mess and whole lot of fun!

WEEK 10BEST OF THE BEST CAMPCamp Iroquois is all about tradition! Experience themost popular themes from past to present in justone week. Dress up, show off your creativity and useyour imagination as we rewind through the mostexcellent adventures and end summer vacation witha bang!

Monday Pirate DayTuesday Carnival DayWednesday Pajama DayThursday OlympicsFriday Water Madness Day

HORSE CAMP WEEK 9 & 10Horse Camp is sure to be a couple of popular weeks!Campers will get the opportunity to really get toknow how to ride, groom, and care for horses in agroup setting. Campers will get to participate inother camp activities such as swimming, hiking,boating, crafts, games and more!

SPECIALTY CAMP FEESWEEK 9 & 10 SPECIALTY CAMP• Family Members: $220• Youth Members: $263• Non-Members: $303

HORSE CAMP 9 & 10 FEES• Family Members: $230• Youth Members: $273• Non-Members: $313

• AM Care: $30/week• PM Care: $30/ week

BUSING IS NOT AVAILABLEDURING SPECIALTY WEEKS

CAMP DAY• Camp Hours: 9:00am-4:00pm • Drop Off: Campers should not

be dropped off earlierthan 8:45 unless they

are signed up for extendedcare to ensure proper

supervision of campers• Parent Pick Up: 4:00pm-4:15pm• Extended Care: 7:00am-9:00am

and 4:00pm-6:00pm(pre-registration required)

SUMMER 2020 SPECIALTY CAMP

RED BUS STOPSPickup Drop Off

R1 West Genesee High School 7:45AM 4:55PMR2 Goodwill (Onondaga Boulevard) 7:55AM 4:45PMR3 Onondaga Hill Middle School 8:02AM 4:38PMR4 Elmwood Elementary 8:08AM 4:32PMR5 Rte 173-Salina (Subway) 8:15AM 4:25PMR6 Jamesville Elementary 8:22AM 4:18PMR7 Jamesville-Dewitt High School 8:30AM 4:10PMArrive/Depart Camp Iroquois 8:40AM 4:00PM

BLUE BUS STOPSPickup Drop Off

B1 Nottingham High School 7:45AM 4:50PMB2 Caton-Thompson (Springfield Gardens) 7:52AM 4:40PMB3 DeWitt Community Church (front loop) 8:00AM 4:30PMB4 East Area YMCA 8:08AM 4:20PMB5 Wellwood Middle School 8:20AM 4:10PMArrive/Depart Camp Iroquois 8:30 AM 4:00 PM

GREEN BUS STOPSPickup Drop Off

G1 North Area YMCA 7:40AM 5:20PMG2 Bear Road Elementary 7:47AM 4:50PMG3 Aldi (Brewerton Road) 7:55AM 4:42PMG4 Shop City Plaza (Centro Bus Stop) 8:05AM 4:32PMG5 Sacred Melody Center (Eastwood Plaza) 8:12AM 4:24PMG6 Kinne-Kirkville (Pizza Hut) 8:18AM 4:18PMG7 Woodland Elementary 8:23AM 4:12PMArrive/Depart Camp Iroquois 8:35AM 4:00 PM

YELLOW BUS STOPSPickup Drop Off

Y1 Downtown YMCA (Montgomery Street Side) 7:45AM 4:50PMY2 Ed Smith Elementary 7:52AM 4:43PMY3 Tecumseh Elementary 8:00AM 4:35PM Y4 CBA 8:05AM 4:30PMY5 Enders Road Elementary 8:20AM 4:15PMArrive/Depart Camp Iroquois 8:35AM 4:00PM

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2020 YMCA DAY CAMP IROQUOISSESSIONS:Session 1 (2 weeks) .................................................. June 29 - July 10Session 2 (2 weeks)......................................................July 13 - July 24Session 3 (2 weeks) .................................................July 27 - August 7Session 4 (2 weeks)........................................August 10 - August 21Week 9 &10:Specialty & Horse Camp (1 week)........... August 24 - August 28Week 9 & 10: Specialty & Horse Camp (1 week) .......August 31 - September 4

REGISTRATION START DATES:JANUARY8, 2020.............................................Early Bird Registration

Past and Wait Listed Campers OnlyJANUARY15, 2020...................................................Open Registration

TO REGISTER:Bring or Mail Registration Form, Immunization Record & Deposit to:

HALWLESH EAST AREA FAMILY YMCA200 Towne Dr., Fayetteville, NY 13066Attn: Iroquois Camp Billing

QUESTIONS BEFORE CAMP SEASON? CALL 315-637-2025

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