Camp Chief Hector Summer Camp

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Summer camp Camp Chief hector weekend programs YMCA outdoor schools YMCACalgary.org 1 2 YMCA Calgary Camp Chief hector YMCA Table of Contents Winter Camp Weekend (10–13Y)...... 3 2013 programs Winter Camp Weekend Residential Summer Camps Spring Break Overnight Camp (8–12Y)...... 3 Jan 25–27 Jul 7–Aug 30 Spring Break Overnight Camp Summer Day Camps Mar 25–29 Jul 8–Aug 2 Spring Family Weekends (All Ages)...... 3 Family Weekends Outdoor Schools May 10–12 Feb–June Chiniquay Camps (7–9Y)...... 5 June 7–9 Sep–Dec

Mistaya Camps (10–11Y)...... 5

Junior Shotungwa Camps (12–13Y)...... 6 Registration dates Kananaskin Camps (12–12Y)...... 6 Summer 2013 Returning Campers Leadership 1 Pioneer Camps (14–15Y)...... 8 Nov 8, 2012 August Camps Senior Shotungwa Camps (14–15Y)...... 9 Nov 13, 2012 July Camps Nov 15, 2012 Leadership 1 (16Y)...... 9 Family Camp & Day Camps Nov 27, 2012 Leadership in Training (17Y)...... 10 CCHY New Camper Registration YMCA Members: Nov 27, 2012 Non-members: Dec 4, 2012 Sac Dene (17Y)...... 10 Winter/Spring Summer Family Camps (All Ages)...... 10 Winter Camp Weekend Nov 27, 2013 Summer Weekly Day Camps (7–11Y)...... 10 Spring Break Overnight Camp Jan 2, 2013 Family Weekends Weekend Facility Rentals...... 12 Feb 1, 2013

Outdoor School (Grades 5–12)...... 13 For more information please visit YMCACalgary.org or contact our office.

Calgary City Office 101 3 Street SW, Calgary, AB T2P 4G6 Direct: (403) 269-6156 Toll Free: (866) 430-9622 (YMCA) Fax: (403) 237-8085 Email: [email protected]

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2 YMCACalgary.org 3 YMCA Calgary Camp Chief hector YMCA Winter Spring Programs Programs Winter Camp Weekend Family Weekends Bring the whole family to the Camp Chief Hector YMCA for a weekend get-away! There are a Age:10–13Y variety of activities to choose from to create a unique holiday weekend. Family campers can try things like horseback riding, hikes, high and low ropes courses, group games, arts and Come to camp in the winter! Skate on Dew Drop Pond, carve ice from Lake Chilver and discover crafts, a climbing wall and evening campfires. Our daily child care program enables parents to your camp during the winter. Play outside in the snow and on the ice - skate, hike and build leave children ages three to five with us when taking part in some activities. Accommodations, snow forts - then, come inside to a warm and satisfying supper! Bring warm clothes, skates, activities and meals are included. Phone our city registration office to register at 403-269-6156 bedding, toiletries and pyjamas. Return transportation is available from the Crowfoot YMCA in or 1-866-430-9622. Calgary for an additional fee of $20. To register, call 403-269-6156 or 1-866-430-9622. May 10–12, 2013 f 7pm–Su 2pm June 7–9, 2013 f 7pm–Su 2pm Jan 25–27, 2013 | $185 + GST Jan 25–27, 2013 | $185 + GST (10–11Y) (12–13Y) Adults $180 | 12Y – 17Y $125 | 6Y – 11Y $105 | 3Y – 5Y $80 | 0Y – 2Y free

Barcode Barcode Registration begins Feb 1, 2013 81390 F 7pm–Su 2pm Females 81391 F 7pm–Su 2pm Females 81385 F 7pm–Su 2pm Males 81389 F 7pm–Su 2pm Males Pre-registration is required for the following activities: Spring Break Overnight Camp Adventure Seekers Age: 8–12Y ages: 3Y – 5Y A week of winter fun at Camp Chief Hector YMCA. This overnight camp during CBE and CRPS This program is offered for children 3-5 years of age. YMCA Staff will run appropriate activities March break runs Monday thru Friday. Activities include arts & crafts, music, drama, drumming, for these children while parents and older siblings are participating in their activities. high and low ropes, climbing, challenge course, hiking and exploring, winter cookout and more! Transportation available from Crowfoot or Shawnessy YMCA. Registration begins Jan 2, 2013. Phone our city registration office to register at 403-269-6156 or 1-866-430-YMCA(9622). Canoeing – age: 6Y and up or closely Mar 25–29, 2013 | $325 + GST Mar 25–29, 2013 | $325 + GST (8–10Y) (11–12Y) supervised by parent Barcode Barcode Participants will enjoy paddling on Chilver Lake in tandem or voyageur canoes. All levels 78690 M 9am–F 3pm Females 78692 M 9am–F 3pm Females welcome. Shoes/sandals with a heel strap are recommended. PFD’s and life jackets are mandatory at the waterfront area and will be provided. 78691 M 9am–F 3pm Males 78693 M 9am–F 3pm Males

Climbing Tower age: 5Y and up Camp Chief Hector YMCA boasts a 4-sided climbing wall on which participants of all levels can challenge themselves. Ages 5 and are welcome but participants must fit into a harness or body- harness. Closed-toe shoes are mandatory for this activity. Climbing harnesses and helmets will be provided. Participants will be able to use the traverse wall while waiting or when finished at the climbing tower.

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Saturday Saturday Sunday 9:45am – 12noon 1:45pm – 4pm 9:45am – 12noon 6Y – 11Y Horseback riding – arena ride Horseback riding – arena ride Horseback riding – arena ride 10Y and up Horseback riding – trail ride Horseback riding – trail ride Horseback riding – trail ride 6Y+ or closely supervised by a parent Canoeing Canoeing 5Y and up Climbing Tower Climbing Tower Climbing Tower 10Y and up Team Swing Team Swing 10Y and up High Ropes High Ropes 8Y – 9Y Explorers Explorers Explorers 6Y – 7Y Discoverers Discoverers Discoverers 3Y – 5Y Adventure Seekers Adventure Seekers Adventure Seekers

Horseback Riding – trail ride Explorers age: 10Y and Up age: 8Y – 9Y Participants will start in a corral learning how to mount their horses. The group will continue to A variety of activities will be led by YMCA staff such as Voyageur canoeing, fort-building, low the arena for a short lesson in basic riding skills. When participants are comfortable the group ropes. will head out on a trail ride of approximately 45 minutes. Boots with a 1” heel are required (rubber boots work well) and will be provided if needed. Riders will be required to show control of their horse BEFORE going on the trail ride. Participants that have balance and/or coordination Discoverers concerns due to previous injuries, arthritis or excessive weight may be deemed unfit to ride by the Horse Director. age: 6Y – 7Y This program is offered for children 6-7 years of age. YMCA Staff will run appropriate activities such as a scavenger hunt and low ropes for these children while parents and older siblings are Team Swing participating in their activities. age: 10Y and up The Team Swing is an activity at our Higher Ground area. Participants are harnessed and High Ropes attached to aerial cables for a wonderful “swing” experience. Closed-toe shoes are mandatory for this activity. Climbing harnesses and helmets will be provided. age: 10Y and up The high ropes course is a series of poles and wires which form an aerial obstacle course. High ropes elements provide a wide range of challenges. Closed-toe shoes are mandatory for this activity. Climbing harnesses and helmets will be provided.

Horseback Riding – Arena Ride age: 6Y – 11Y During an arena ride, children 6-11 years old will be given the opportunity to ride in one of our arenas. They will learn some basic riding skills, but the emphasis is placed on learning to ride through playing games. Participants will also learn about brushing and working around the horses. Boots with a 1” heel are required (rubber boots work well) and will be provided if needed. Parents are welcome to watch their children ride from outside the arena. Parental supervision may be required for participants under 10 years.

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78750 C Jul 21 – 26 CHINIQUAY CABIN (6 Days) 78751 D Jul 28 – Aug 2 78752 E Aug 4 – 9 Age: 7–9Y | Bowfort lodge 78753 F Aug 11 – 16 Chiniquay campers who are 7–9 years old come to camp for a 6-day session and stay in cabins. They will experience many camp activities, including canoeing, climbing, arts and crafts, horseback riding, archery, and lots of games! Chiniquay campers who stay in a cabin will participate in an introduction to overnight camping and spend a night in a tipi. MISTAYA (6 Days) Female (7–9Y) | $500 + GST Male (7–9Y) | $500 + GST Horse Day Experience Program Barcode Session Dates Barcode Session Dates 78724 A Jul 7 – 12 78736 A Jul 7 – 12 Age: 10–11Y | Bowfort or hector Lodge 78725 B Jul 14 – 19 78737 B Jul 14 – 19 Campers in the Mistaya section can anticipate a camp session full of playing and many 78726 C Jul 21 – 26 78738 C Jul 21 – 26 adventures outside with new friends and counsellors! The Mistaya 6-day horse option includes 78727 D Jul 28 – Aug 2 78739 D Jul 28 – Aug 2 a day with horses learning about grooming, saddling and riding. Mistaya campers participate 78728 E Aug 4 – 9 78740 E Aug 4 – 9 in many camp activities including archery, climbing tower, challenge course, arts and crafts and 78729 F Aug 11 – 16 78741 F Aug 11 – 16 canoeing. This camp option is based from Hector Lodge at Camp Chief Hector. Campers must be the correct age by Nov 15, 2013. Female (10–11Y) | $585 + GST Male (10–11Y) | $585 + GST CHINIQUAY TIPI (6 Days) Barcode Session Dates Barcode Session Dates 78865 A (Bowfort) Jul 7 – 12 78880 B (Bowfort) Jul 14 – 19 Age: 8–9Y | Bowfort lodge 78866 C (Bowfort) Jul 27 – 26 78881 D (Bowfort) Jul 28 – Aug 2 78867 E (Bowfort) Aug 4 – 9 78882 F (Bowfort) Aug 11 – 16 Chiniquay campers who are 8 and 9 years old come to camp for a 6-day session and stay in tipis. They will experience many camp activities, including canoeing, climbing, arts and crafts, 78868 G (Hector) Aug 18 – 23 78883 G (Hector) Aug 18 – 23 horseback riding, archery, and lots of games! These Chiniquay campers will participate in an 78869 H (Hector) Aug 25 – 30 78884 G (Hector) Aug 25 – 30 introduction to overnight camping and spend a night in a tent a short hike away from their tipis. Female (8Y – 9Y) | $500 + GST Male (8Y – 9Y) | $500 + GST Barcode Session Dates Barcode Session Dates 78730 A Jul 7 – 12 78742 A Jul 7 – 12 78731 B Jul 14 – 19 78743 B Jul 14 – 19 78732 C Jul 21 – 26 78744 C Jul 21 – 26 78733 D Jul 28 – Aug 2 78745 D Jul 28 – Aug 2 78734 E Aug 4 – 9 78746 E Aug 4 – 9 78735 F Aug 11 – 16 78747 F Aug 11 – 16

CHINIQUAY YURT (6 Days) Age: 8Y - 9Y | bowfort lodge (Males Only) Chiniquay campers who are 8 and 9 years old come to camp for a 6-day session and can choose to stay in a Yurt. They will experience many camp activities, including canoeing, climbing, arts and crafts, horseback riding, archery, and lots of games! These Chiniquay campers will participate in an introduction to overnight camping and spend a night in a tent a short hike from their yurt. Male (8Y – 9Y) | $500 + GST Barcode Session Dates 78748 A Jul 7 – 12 78749 B Jul 14 – 19

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MISTAYA(6 Days) MISTAYA Overnight Hike Program Trip to Gray Jay Site (13 Days) AGE: 10–11Y | hector or Bowfort Lodge Age: 10–11Y Campers in the Mistaya section can anticipate a camp session full of playing and many Campers in the Mistaya section can anticipate a camp session full of playing and many adventures outside with new friends and counsellors! The Mistaya 6-day overnight option adventures outside with new friends and counsellors! The Gray Jay option includes a 3-day includes an introduction to camping experience tenting overnight on Hector’s large main-site. stay at our Gray Jay site west of Sundre, AB. There, Mistaya campers will be able to explore Mistaya campers participate in camp activities including archery, climbing tower, challenge the local area on foot and experience the smaller camp community. Back at mainsite, campers course, arts and crafts and canoeing. This program does not include horseback riding. This will participate in a day learning about horsemanship and riding. Mistaya campers participate program is based from either Bowfort Lodge or Hector Lodge at Camp Chief Hector, depending in camp activities including archery, climbing tower, challenge course, arts and crafts and on session dates. Please ensure you know at which lodge your camper is based. Campers must canoeing. These Mistaya campers begin and end their camp at our Mainsite. Campers will be be the correct age by Nov 15, 2013. transported to and from the Gray Jay site by Camp Chief Hector. Campers must be the correct age by Nov 15, 2013. Female (10–11Y) | $585 + GST Male (10–11Y) | $585 + GST Barcode Session Dates Barcode Session Dates Female (10Y – 11Y) | $1105 + GSt male (10Y – 11Y) | $1105 + GST 78856 A (Bowfort) Jul 7 – 12 78871 A (Bowfort) Jul 7 – 12 Barcode Session Dates Barcode Session Dates 78857 B (Bowfort) Jul 14 – 19 78879 A (Hector) Jul 7 – 12 78844 1 Jul 7 – 19 78853 1 Jul 7 – 19 78864 B (Hector) Jul 14 – 19 78872 B (Bowfort) Jul 14 – 19 78845 2 Jul 21 – Aug 2 78854 2 Jul 21 – Aug 2 78858 C (Bowfort) Jul 21 – 26 78873 C (Bowfort) Jul 21 – 26 78846 3 Aug 4 – 16 78855 3 Aug 4 – 16 78859 D (Bowfort) Jul 28 – Aug 2 78933 C (Hector) Jul 21 – 26 78931 D (Hector) Jul 28 – Aug 2 78874 D (Bowfort) Jul 28 – Aug 2 78860 E (Bowfort) Aug 4 – 9 78875 E (Bowfort) Aug 4 – 9 JUNIOR SHOTUNGWA (6 Days) 78861 F (Bowfort) Aug 11 – 16 78934 E (Hector) Aug 4 – 9 78932 F (Hector) Aug 11 – 16 78876 F (Bowfort) Aug 11 – 16 AGE: 12–13Y | Hector lodge 78862 G (Hector) Aug 18 – 26 78877 G (Hector) Aug 18 – 23 78863 H (Hector) Aug 25 – 30 78878 H (Hector) Aug 25 – 30 Jr. Shotungwa campers will stay in Midcamp tipis at Camp Chief Hector, which are a short walk from the horse corrals. During their time at camp, they will develop personal strengths and learn new skills as they experience working as a team with their group as well as with their horse. The Jr. Shotungwa program includes arena riding and trail riding, as well as learning about horse MISTAYA grooming and saddling, general care and first aid. Jr. Shotungwa campers will also participate in other camp activities, including climbing or ropes courses, arts and crafts, and group games. Traditional Program (13 Days) Campers must be the correct age by Nov 15, 2013. Female (12–13Y) | $665 + GST Male (12–13Y) | $665 + GST Age: 10–11Y | Hector Lodge Barcode Session Dates Barcode Session Dates Campers in the Mistaya section can anticipate a camp session full of playing and many 78916 A Jul 7 – 12 78922 C Jul 21 – 26 adventures outside with new friends and counsellors! The Traditional program includes a 3-day 78917 B Jul 14 – 19 78935 D Jul 28 – Aug 2 overnight hike in the Bow Valley Provincial Park as well as a day of learning about horsemanship 78918 C Jul 21 – 26 and riding. Mistaya campers participate in many camp activities including archery, climbing 78919 D Jul 28 – Aug 2 tower, challenge course, arts and crafts and canoeing. Campers must be the correct age by Nov 78920 E Aug 4 – Aug 9 15, 2013. 78921 F Aug 11 – 16 Female (10Y) | $1105+ GST Male (10Y) | $1105 + GST Barcode Session Dates Barcode Session Dates 78838 1 Jul 7 – 19 78847 1 Jul 7 – 19 KANANASKIN (6 Days) 78839 2 Jul 21 – Aug 2 78848 2 Jul 21 – Aug 2 78840 3 Aug 4 – 16 78849 3 Aug 4 – 16 Age: 12–13Y | HECTOR LODGE Female (11Y) | $1105+ GST Male (11Y) | $1105 + GST Kananaskin camps offer a time for learning, making friends, working as a team, and having fun Barcode Session Dates Barcode Session Dates outdoors! During the 6-day program, campers will participate in a day hike to Barrier Lake or nearby sites in the Bow Valley Provincial Park, canoeing, arts and crafts, and climbing. These 78841 1 Jul 7 – 19 78850 1 Jul 7 – 19 6-day Kananaskin camps will run out of Hector Lodge and campers will stay in tipis around the 78842 2 Jul 21 – Aug 2 78851 2 Jul 21 – Aug 2 lodge. Campers must be the correct age by Nov 15, 2013. 78843 3 Aug 4 – 16 78852 3 Aug 4 – 16

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Female (12–13Y) | $585 + GST Male (12–13Y) | $585 + GST KANANASKIN Barcode Session Dates Barcode Session Dates 78880 A Jul 7 – 12 78808 A Jul 7 – 12 Hike Program (13 Days) 78801 B Jul 14 – 19 78809 B Jul 14 – 19 78802 C Jul 21 – 26 78810 C Jul 21 – 26 Age: 13Y | Hector lodge 78803 D Jul 28 – Aug 2 78811 D Jul 28 – Aug 2 Kananaskin campers who are 13 years old and choose the hike option will stay in tipis around 78804 E Aug 4 – 9 78812 E Aug 4 – 9 Hector Lodge. During their time at camp, these Kananaskin campers will develop strengths 78805 F Aug 11 – 16 78813 F Aug 11 – 16 and abilities such as teamwork and responsibility. They will participate in a 4-day hiking trip in 78806 G Aug 18 – 23 78814 G Aug 18 – 23 the Bow Valley Provincial Park as well as many camp activities, including climbing and ropes 78807 H Aug 25 – 30 78815 H Aug 25 – 30 courses, arts and crafts, archery and canoeing on Chilver Lake. Campers must be the correct age by Nov 15, 2013. Female (13Y ) | $1125 + GST Male (13Y ) | $1125 + GST KANANASKIN Barcode Session Dates Barcode Session Dates 78780 1 Jul 7 – 19 78792 1 Jul 7 – 19 Traditional Program (13 Days) 78781 2 Jul 21 – Aug 2 78793 2 Jul 21– Aug 2 78782 3 Aug 4 – 16 78794 3 Aug 4 – 16 Age: 12Y | Hector lodge 78723 4 Aug 18 – 30 78795 4 Aug 18 – 30 Kananaskin campers who are 12 years old and choose a 13-day traditional camp will stay in tipis around Hector Lodge. Campers will experience many camp activities, including climbing, arts and crafts, ropes courses, archery, camp craft and lots of games! Campers will participate in a KANANASKIN three- day, overnight hiking trip to a nearby backcountry camping site in Bow Valley Provincial Park. They will also spend a day riding horses and learning about horsemanship, as well as a day Horse (13 Days) canoeing on Chilver Lake or the Bow River. Campers must be the correct age by Nov 15, 2013. Female (12Y ) | $1125 + GST Male (12Y ) | $1125 + GST Age: 13Y | hector lodge Barcode Session Dates Barcode Session Dates Kananaskin campers who are 13 years old and choose the horse option will stay in tipis around 78766 1 Jul 7 – 19 78772 1 Jul 7 – 19 Hector Lodge. During their time at camp, they will develop personal strengths and learn 78767 2 Jul 21 – Aug 2 78773 2 Jul 21– Aug 2 new skills as they experience working as a team with their group as well as with their horse. 78768 3 Aug 4 – 16 78774 3 Aug 4 – 16 The 4-day horse experience will be based from our Gray Jay site near Sundre, AB. Kananaskin campers who choose the horse option will also participate in many camp activities, including 78769 4 Aug 18 – 30 78775 4 Aug 18 – 30 climbing and ropes courses, hiking, arts and crafts, archery and canoeing on Chilver Lake. Campers must be the correct age by Nov 15, 2013. KANANASKIN Female (13Y ) | $1125 + GST Male (13Y ) | $1125 + GST Barcode Session Dates Barcode Session Dates Canoe Program (13 Days) 78784 1 Jul 7 – 19 78796 1 Jul 7 – 19 78785 2 Jul 21 – Aug 2 78797 2 Jul 21– Aug 2 Age: 13Y | Hector lodge 78786 3 Aug 4 – 16 78798 3 Aug 4 – 16 78787 4 Aug 18 – 30 78799 4 Aug 18 – 30 Kananaskin campers who are 13 years old and choose the canoe option will stay in tipis around Hector Lodge. During their time at camp, campers will develop personal strengths and abilities and learn to work as a team through camp activities including climbing and ropes courses, arts and crafts, archery and hiking. Campers will participate in a 4-day canoe trip on the Red Deer River with hiking and exploration of Alberta’s badlands. Campers must be the correct age by Nov 15, 2013. Female (13Y ) | $1125 + GST Male (13Y ) | $1125 + GST Barcode Session Dates Barcode Session Dates 78776 1 Jul 7 – 19 78788 1 Jul 7 – 19 78777 2 Jul 21 – Aug 2 78789 2 Jul 21– Aug 2 78778 3 Aug 4 – 16 78790 3 Aug 4 – 16 78779 4 Aug 18 – 30 78791 4 Aug 18 – 30

PIONEER Female (15Y ) | $1330 + GST Male (15Y ) | $1330 + GST Barcode Session Dates Barcode Session Dates Canoe Program (13 Days) 78908 1 Jul 7 – 19 78912 2 Jul 21 – Aug 2 78909 3 Aug 4 – 16 78913 4 Aug 18 – 30 Age: 14Y | MIDcamp Pioneer campers who are 14 years old and choose the canoe option will stay in Midcamp tipis at Camp Chief Hector. During their time at camp, campers will learn about teamwork, responsibility PIONEER and develop personal strengths. During the first few days at camp, they will spend time paddling on Chilver Lake, the Bow River and preparing for their canoe outtrip. The group will Mainsite Hike Program (13 Days) participate in a 7-day canoe trip on the Red Deer River and explore Alberta’s Badlands. Campers will experience other camp activities, including climbing and ropes courses, arts and crafts, Age: 15Y | MIdcamp archery and hiking. Campers must be the correct age by Nov 15, 2013. Pioneer campers who are 15 years old and choose the hike option will stay in Midcamp tipis at Female (14Y ) | $1330 + GST Male (14Y ) | $1330 + GST Camp Chief Hector. During their time at camp, campers will learn about teamwork, responsibility Barcode Session Dates Barcode Session Dates and develop personal strengths while participating in a 7-day hiking trip in Banff National 78886 2 Jul 7 – 19 78894 1 Jul 7 – 19 Park, the Bow Valley or Kananaskis Provincial Parks. Campers will also experience many other 78887 4 Jul 21 – Aug 2 78895 3 Jul 21– Aug 2 camp activities, including ropes courses, arts and crafts, archery and canoeing on Chilver Lake. Campers must be the correct age by Nov 15, 2013. Female (15Y ) | $1200 + GST Male (15Y ) | $1200 + GST PIONEER Barcode Session Dates Barcode Session Dates 78910 1 Jul 7 – 19 78914 2 Jul 21 – Aug 2 Mainsite Hike Program (13 Days) 78911 3 Aug 4 – 16 78915 4 Aug 18 – 30 Age: 14Y | midcamp Pioneer campers who are 14 years old and choose the hike option will stay in tipis in Midcamp at PIONEER Camp Chief Hector. During their time at camp, campers will learn about teamwork, responsibility and develop personal strengths while participating in a 6-day hiking trip in a nearby provincial Gray Jay Hike Program (13 Days) park. They will also experience many other camp activities, including climbing and ropes courses, arts and crafts, archery and canoeing on Chilver Lake. Campers must be the correct age Age: 15Y | Gray jay site by Nov 15, 2013. Pioneer campers who are 15 years old and choose the Gray Jay hike option will be based from our Gray Jay site near Sundre, AB. During their time at camp, these Pioneer campers will learn Female (14Y ) | $1200 + GST Male (14Y ) | $1200 + GST to work as a team and develop personal strengths and abilities while participating in a 7-day hiking trip. Their focus at camp will be on learning outtripping skills and developing leadership Barcode Session Dates Barcode Session Dates abilities. Gray Jay campers spend their last night at our Mainsite. Campers must be the correct 78888 1 Jul 7 – 19 78896 1 Jul 7 – 19 age by Nov 15, 2013. 78889 2 Jul 21 – Aug 2 78897 2 Jul 21– Aug 2 78890 3 Aug 4 – 16 78898 3 Aug 4 – 16 Female (15Y ) | $1250 + GST Male (15Y ) | $1250 + GST 78891 4 Aug 18 – 30 78899 4 Aug 18 – 30 Barcode Session Dates Barcode Session Dates 78902 1 Jul 7 – 19 78904 1 Jul 7 – 19 78903 3 Aug 4 – 16 78905 3 Aug 4 – 16 PIONEER Mainsite Canoe Program (13 Days) PIONEER Age: 15Y | Midcamp Hike/Horse Program (13 Days) Pioneer campers who are 15 years old and choose the canoe option will stay in Midcamp tipis at Camp Chief Hector. During their time at camp, campers will learn about teamwork, responsibility Age: 14–15Y (Males ONLY) | Gray jay site and develop personal strengths. During the first few days at camp, they will canoe on local lakes Pioneer campers who are 15 years old and choose the hike/horse option will be based from our and rivers learneing and practicing skills. Then, the group will prepare for and participate in a Gray Jay site near Sundre, AB. During their time at camp, these Pioneer campers will learn to 5-day canoe trip on an appropriate river, such as the North Saskatchewan. Campers will also work as a team and develop personal strengths and abilities while participating in a 3-day horse experience other camp activities, including climbing and ropes courses, arts and crafts, archery experience and a 6-day hiking trip. Their focus at camp will be on learning outtripping skills, and hiking. Campers must be the correct age by Nov 15, 2013.

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horsemanship, and developing leadership abilities. Gray Jay campers spend their last night at our Mainsite. Campers must be the correct age by Nov 15, 2013. LEADERSHIP I Male (14–15Y ) | $1250 + GST Hike Program (27 Days) Barcode Session Dates 78906 2 Jul 21 – Aug 2 Age: 16Y | midcamp 78907 4 Aug 18 – 30 Leadership I campers who are 16 years old and choose the Hike option will participate in a 19-day hiking trip in the front ranges of the Rocky Mountains. During their first week at camp, these Leadership I campers will prepare by going on a stout day-hike, packing personal items and food for their hiking expedition and pre-packaging the food drop they will pick up mid- SENIOR SHOTUNGWA (13 Days) hike. Throughout their month-long experience, they will develop personal strengths and new abilities. Their focus at camp will be on learning and developing outtripping skills and leadership Age: 14–15Y (Females only) | Gray jay site abilities in the backcountry. Campers must be the correct age by Nov 15, 2013. Sr. Shotungwa campers will be based from our Gray Jay site near Sundre, AB. During their time Female (16Y ) | $2480 + GST Male (16Y ) | $2480 + GST at camp, campers will develop personal strengths and abilities while experience working as a team with their group as well as with their horse. The Sr. Shotungwa program includes arena Barcode Session Dates Barcode Session Dates riding and trail riding, as well as learning about horse grooming and saddling, training and first 78822 1 Jul 7 – Aug 2 78824 1 Jul 7 – Aug 2 aid. Sr. Shotungwa campers will also participate in a 4-day backpacking trip in the Yaha Tinda 78823 2 Aug 4 – 30 78825 2 Aug 4 – 30 area. An important focus at camp will be on learning new skills and developing leadership abilities. Sr. Shotungwa campers spend their last night at our Mainsite. Campers must be the correct age by Nov 15, 2013. LEADERSHIP I Female (14–15Y ) | $1325 + GST Barcode Session Dates Hike/Horse Program (27 Days) 78923 1 Jul 7 – 19 78924 2 Jul 21 – Aug 2 Age: 16Y | gray jay site 78925 3 Aug 4 – 16 Leadership I campers who are 16 years old and choose the Hike/Horse option will be based from 78926 4 Aug 18 – 30 our Gray Jay site near Sundre, AB. During their time at camp, these Leadership I campers will learn to work as a team and develop personal strengths and new abilities. They will participate in a 4-day and a 10-day backpacking trip, as well as a 4-day horse experience. Their focus at camp will be on learning and developing outtripping skills, horsemanship and leadership LEADERSHIP I abilities in the backcountry. Gray Jay campers spend their last night at our Mainsite. Campers Canoe Program (27 Days) must be the correct age by Nov 15, 2013. Female (16Y ) | $2480 + GST Male (16Y ) | $2480 + GST Age: 16Y | midcamp Barcode Session Dates Barcode Session Dates Leadership I campers who are 16 years old and choose the Canoe option will participate in a 78826 1 Jul 7 – Aug 2 78828 1 Jul 7 – Aug 2 16 day canoe trip on the Churchill River in northern Saskatchewan. During their first week at 78827 2 Aug 4 – 30 78829 2 Aug 4 – 30 camp, these Leadership I campers will plan and prepare for their trip and learn to work as a team. Throughout their month-long experience, they will develop personal strengths and new abilities. Their focus at camp will be on learning and developing outtripping skills and leadership abilities in the backcountry. Campers must be the correct age by Nov 15, 2013. Female (16Y ) | $2630 + GST Male (16Y ) | $2630 + GST Barcode Session Dates Barcode Session Dates 78816 1 Jul 7 – Aug 2 78818 1 Jul 7 – Aug 2 78817 2 Aug 4 – 30 78819 2 Aug 4 – 30

and developing peer and group leadership abilities. Campers must be the correct age by Nov 15, LEADERSHIP IN TRAINING 2013. Traditional Program (20 Days) Female (17Y ) | $5500 + GST Male (17Y ) | $5500 + GST Barcode Session Dates Barcode Session Dates Age: 17Y 78836 1 Jul 7 – Aug 30 78837 1 Jul 7 – Aug 30 Leadership in Training registration is by interview and selection process and is open to past Leadership I participants. Information and applications will be emailed out in December. Contact our registration office at 403-269-6156 or 1-866-430-9622 for an application if you have not received one by early December. The 20-day Leadership in Training program is an opportunity SUMMER FAMILY CAMP for young adults to learn and experience the responsibilities, challenges, and rewards involved in camp counselling. Campers may also apply to do the Leadership in Training Hike program. All Ages Campers must be the correct age by Nov 15, 2013. Our Family Camp program features all of our regular summer activities for family members of all ages. Participants will have the opportunity to canoe or swim in the lake, sing songs at campfires, shoot arrows, make crafts and explore our hiking trails. Older kids and adults may Female (17Y ) | $500 + GST Male (17Y ) | $500 + GST have the chance to go horseback riding and try our high ropes course. Please see our camp Barcode Dates Barcode Dates description on the website or call our office for age limitations for these activities. *Family 78936 Jun 30 – Jul 19 78939 Jun 30 – Jul 19 camp participants are responsible for their own transportation to and from camp. Indicate 78937 Jul 14 – Aug 2 78940 Jul 14 – Aug 2 your preference for accommodations - room assignments will confirmed by our office. Cluster 78938 Jul 28 – Aug 16 78941 Jul 28 – Aug 16 rooms sleep 14 in bunk beds, tipis sleep 10 in bunks beds, the yurt sleeps 10 on cots, Longhouse rooms sleep 4 in bunk beds. Accommodation requests will be honoured in the order in which the registrations are received. On-line registration is not available for Family Camp due to booking accommodations. Please call us at 403-269-6156 or 1-866-430-8622 to register. Campers must LEADERSHIP IN TRAINING be the correct age by Nov 15, 2013. Hike Program (13 Days) 17Y & up: $445 + GST | 10–16Y: $310 + GST | 4–9Y: $260 + GST 3Y & under: Free Age: 17Y Barcode Session Dates Leadership in Training registration is by interview and selection process and is open to past 78762 G Aug 18 – 23 Leadership I participants. Application and information will be emailed out in December. Contact 78763 H Aug 25 – 30 our registration office at 403-269-6156 or 1-866-430-9622 for an application if you have not received one by early December. The Leadership in Training Hike program is an opportunity for young adults to learn and experience the responsibility of trip leading, map reading, camp site set-up and cook-site rules. A pre-requisite to the LIT Hike program is the 20-day Leadership in SUMMER WEEKLY DAY CAMPS Training program. Campers must be the correct age by Nov 15, 2013. Koska Female (17Y ) | $1300 + GST Male (17Y ) | $1300 + GST Age: 7Y - 9Y Barcode Dates Barcode Dates 78832 Aug 18 – 30 78833 Aug 18 – 30 Koska campers come to day camp for a five day, Monday to Friday session. They will experience many camp activities, including canoeing, climbing, arts and crafts, hiking, archery, and lots of games! These Koska campers will learn to work as a team and experience new activities and challenges with the guidance of their counsellor. Please note: Camping overnights are offered SAC DENE (56 Days) with residential camp options only. Bussing is available from Canmore and Exshaw at an additional cost. On-line registration is not available for day camps due to bus options. Please Age: 17Y call us at 403-269-6156 or 1-866-430-9622 to register. Campers must be the correct age by Nov Leadership in Training registration is by interview and selection process and is open to past 15, 2013. Leadership I participants. Applications and information will be emailed out in December. Co-ed (7Y – 9Y) | Camp Fee: $190 | Bus Fee: $45 + GST Contact our registration office at 403-269-6156 or 1-866-430-9622 for an application if you have not received one by early December. Participants who are chosen for the Sac Dene canoe Barcode Session Dates trip will come to camp from July 7 to August 30. During their time at camp and in canoes, these 78754 A Jul 8 – 12 LIT campers will learn to work as a team and develop personal strengths and new abilities in a 78755 B Jul 15 – 19 remote setting. Their two-month long camp experience will include driving to and flying from 78756 C Jul 22 – 26 the river, many days of paddling and stops along the Mackenzie river in small communities, and 78757 D Jul 29 – Aug 2 becoming a co-counsellor for their last week at camp. Their focus at camp will be on learning

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Eshguin Age: 10Y - 11Y Eshguin campers come to day camp for a five day, Monday to Friday session. They will experience many camp activities, including canoeing, arts and crafts, hiking, archery, and lots of games! Eshguin campers make new friends, reunite with old friends and create adventures with the guidance of their counsellor. Please note: Camping overnights are offered with residential camp options only. Bussing is available from Canmore and Exshaw at an additional cost. On-line registration is not available for day camps due to bus options. Please call us at 403-269-6156 or 1-866-430-9622 to register. Campers must be the correct age by Nov 15, 2013. Co-ed (10Y – 11Y) | Camp Fee: $190 | Bus Fee: $45 + GST Barcode Session Dates 78754 A Jul 8 – 12 78755 B Jul 15 – 19 78756 C Jul 22 – 26 78757 D Jul 29 – Aug 2

Camp Chief Hector has the amenities, activities and friendly welcoming staff to make a safe, adventurous and fun weekend for groups of 8-200 people. For sports teams, clubs and other groups we offer a wide range of activities suited for youth and adults from ropes courses to archery, hiking, canoeing and much more. We have indoor bunk-bed accommodations year- round as well as tipis in the spring and fall. Break-out spaces are available for activities or conference- style meetings. Also available: portable projector/screen, whiteboard and markers, stereo equipment, full coffee and tea service and much more. Shared indoor accommodations are a great way for teams, clubs or other groups to spend a fun weekend together in the mountains. Our food services team is able to accommodate special dietary restrictions and food allergies including vegetarian, no pork/seafood, dairy and/or gluten free and is happy to discuss menu requests with you. Our Hector Health Centre is a great space for weekends together with friends and family. With two spacious living rooms, a full kitchen, large deck, four washrooms and enough beds to sleep 16 the Health Centre is the perfect space to have a family reunion, or to host a games or craft retreat. We also do weddings!

For more information or to inquire about booking availability, please contact Steve MacDonald at [email protected] or at (403) 673-3858 (ext. 202)

12 YMCACalgary.org 13 YMCA Calgary Camp Chief hector YMCA outdoor school ALL ABOUT OUTDOOR SCHOOLS Ecoschool Age:10Y and up For more than 30 years, Camp Chief Hector YMCA has hosted groups of grade 5 to 12 students ECO School is geared towards students in Grades 4-6 and aims to develop environmental awareness and community-building in an outdoor setting. Student learning is fun, active and experiential. In this at our Outdoor Schools programs. These unique opportunities enhance school learning, build Outdoor School program, counsellors help students explore the Bow Valley, examine various tree species, communication and cooperative skills and provide a shared experience for students of different play the Predator Prey game, and build teamwork through the low ropes and challenge courses. It is backgrounds. Financial assistance is available. possible to adapt the traditional program in order to meet the unique learning goals of your students. All Outdoor Schools programs are centered on the four YMCA core values: Caring, Honesty, Cost $205/student plus GST and transportation. Respect and Responsibility. By blending the skills of dynamic staff and carefully selected learning activities, we have built a legacy of building strong kids who become community leaders in years to come. custom bookings Custom group programs are available for school groups who want to work together to build community and develop their leadership skills. With the guidance of YMCA staff members, students are able to Hector Spring School participate in activities such as initiative games, low ropes, archery, hiking, the challenge course, the Predator/Prey game and the high ropes area. It is also possible to book our site for teacher-facilitated All Ages programs such as a leadership development program or band camp. Costs vary depending on program Hector Spring School is a program designed to meet various learning objectives from the Grades length, meal requirements and activity selection. 4-6 Science and Social Studies program of studies. Students will learn about the food chain as they play the Predator Prey game and revisit the past through exploring our Voyageur heritage in big canoes. During their day hike they will adventure around the foothills and learn to For more information or to inquire identify different tree species as they explore the forest and wetlands. Students will learn about the stories of early Canadians as they participate in cultural activities such as tipi living and about booking availability, please contact animal tracking. Cost $205/student plus GST and transportation. Nikki Thomson at [email protected] or at (403) 673-3858 (ext. 201) Outdoor Experiential School All Ages The Outdoor Experiential School program is designed for students in Grades 7-12 and aims to foster positive social growth, group awareness, and leadership development. Students participate in a number of activities designed to develop teamwork and outdoor living skills such as hiking, canoeing, high ropes, the challenge course, initiative tasks, fire-building, camp craft, and archery. Cost $255/student plus GST and transportation.

Sunship Earth All Ages Sunship Earth is designed for students in Grades 4-6 and encourages students to reconnect with the earth and reflect upon their ecological practices. Students learn about energy flow, cycling, diversity, community, interrelationships, change, and adaptations. Activities such as helping a giant leaf photosynthesize, building soil from rocks, and playing a squirrel as its food resources change, help students to understand these concepts. Cost is $210/student plus GST and transportation.

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