ACTIVITY PREFERENCES FORM & ADDITIONAL OPTIONS FORM Login to your Parent Account to access forms within your Forms Dashboard. Complete by MAY 14TH for 25 extra MERITS!

Forms are a little different this year due to COVID-19, but we are trying our best to make this process as simple and seamless for you.

It’s time to decide on activities! Campers and parents, please read through the Activity Brochure and complete the Activity Preferences Form online by May 14th to receive 25 merits.

We are also asking that you complete the NEW Additional Options form online as well. This Additional Options form includes three options; paid activities (wakeboard, waterski, golf, jr. golf), purchase of a Special Delivery package, and purchase of a Yearbook. We ask that you fill this out by May 14th in order to have these items added to the invoice you will be emailed on May 15th.

If you decide later that you would like to purchase a Special Delivery Care Package or a Yearbook, the Additional Options Form will be available under the Forms Dashboard for updates.

723 Olympia Dr., Trinity, TX 75862 (936) 594-2541 [email protected] www.campolympia.com Camp Olympia’s ACTIVITY BROCHURE Summer 2020

With the completion of the Activity Please note that if a change in Preference Form online, you are camper’s activity schedule is needed, indicating your understanding of the campers will only be allowed to change activities you and your camper choose an activity for one that is listed on their as well as those activities conducted activity preference form. The number throughout the term as “special events” and size of the activity classes are set or “extra activities”, and you are based on the preferences of all of our acknowledging that you have read this campers, and therefore, limited spots material. are available. This activity brochure is designed to inform you and your It should be noted here that all activities include some degree camper of Olympia’s activities and to help in choosing from over 45 of risk and many of these risks are included in each activity’s different activities. We want to answer as many questions as possible, description to help you make an informed decision about what as well as give your camper a feeling of familiarity even before he/ activities are right for your camper. There are unforeseen risks such she arrives. It is Olympia’s goal to give each camper an activity as wildlife indigenous to East Texas, inclement weather conditions, schedule with their top choices; however, class minimums must be and rough terrain. Also, heat factors in Texas during summer months met and maximums kept in order to have a productive and efficient are usually high. Heat, along with increased activity levels, may class. Most activities are scheduled by age; therefore, some of the affect anyone who is not maintaining proper hydration. Water breaks activities for our campers may be co-ed classes. For the purpose of are scheduled each day. Please talk with your camper about the explaining as much in as few words as possible, we grouped activities importance of drinking plenty of water during his/her stay with us. in this brochure according to their location and/or commonalities. low elements, campers will learn proper COURT SPORTS ADVENTURE ACTIVITIES spotting techniques and assist instructors Is Volleyball, Tennis, or Basketball with spotting while learning teamwork, J-JOURNEYS your sport? Olympia has courts and cooperation, and responsibility. J-Journeys is a class for our junior equipment for all three sports. Olympia campers designed to give your 6–9 year old Some of our high elements include offers volleyball instruction on both a sand boy or girl an awesome outdoor adventure. our Double Zip Line, Climbing Wall, Power court and covered hard court. Basketball During this one-period class, campers Pole, Vertical Playpen, and the Giant Swing. is played in our Olympia O’Dome and on will trek through the Piney Woods, go on The Giant Swing is over 50 feet high and is the full-size covered outdoor court. On our scavenger hunts around camp, and have a an awesome adventure that allows three covered tennis courts, campers will receive blast learning about the great outdoors. people to swing at once. Campers must be great tennis instruction to improve both their 48 inches tall to ride on the swing. For the singles and doubles game. Class minimums INTERMEDIATE ADVENTURE Double Zip Line, campers must be at least must be met in order to have a productive “I-Adventure” involves both boy and 65 lbs to participate. and efficient class. girl campers ages 10–12. Intermediate Our Climbing Wall, located on the campers enrolled in this activity are allowed back side of our O’Dome, has three different input on the selection of their activities during challenging routes to climb. You can try FIELD SPORTS the class. This two-period activity offers and master all three! The “belay” system is Football (flag), Soccer, Softball, opportunities on the challenge course as well used on our high elements. This involves Baseball, Track & Field, Frisbee, Lacrosse, as hikes around camp and the waterfront. safety harnesses and ropes to assist the and group running games use our large CHALLENGE COURSE campers while they climb. All high elements athletic fields. These activities are fun and are “Challenge by Choice.” Campers, a great way to stay in shape for school The Challenge Course class is for regardless of their activity schedule, may athletics! Of course, like with any physical our oldest campers, ages 13-16, and have the opportunity to participate in the activity, the potential for injuries exists. involves initiatives as well as low and high climbing wall, giant swing, and/or zip line. Olympia has equipment on hand for elements on our ropes course. During each of these activities. If a camper wishes to bring his/her personal equipment, such on The Needler, and more! Collared shirts will be able to bring it home! Note that as a baseball/softball glove, be sure to mark are required. It is highly recommended for heat, chemicals, or sharp objects may be this item with the camper’s name. Personal campers to bring their own golf clubs. used under supervision. equipment should be kept in the camper’s In addition to the outstanding golf BIKING involves the use of mountain trunk when not participating in an activity. academy, campers get to participate in eight and cruiser bikes and is another way to Class minimums must be met in order to have traditional camp activity periods. Golfers experience the beauty of nature through a productive and efficient class. join the rest of camp for cabin life, nightly the roads and trails of camp while getting programs, and special age specific programs. great exercise! Safety helmets are worn GOLF ACTIVITIES Enroll by listing Junior Golf Academy on your while biking. activity sheet or call our office today. If you Camp Olympia offers two ways for is perfect for campers choose Junior Golf Academy, you are unable BOARD GAMES campers to experience golf: Golf Class OR who love learning strategy, challenging to choose Advanced Horseback. Junior Golf Academy. others, and having fun!

is a fun activity for campers of all GOLF CLASS HORSEBACK CHARM Golf Class is a two-period activity and ages to learn beauty tips and etiquette. Western style riding is taught in our meets in the afternoons every other day at is a great way to arena. Both regular and advanced skill CHEERLEADING the beautiful Whispering Pines Golf Club. It is show spirit. Campers will learn cheer classes are offered, with the advanced class taught in a clinic-style setting with one PGA techniques and routines, which may covering a two-period block. professional. Campers will learn the basics include lifts and tumbling. of the game, the rules, and the etiquette of Horseback is one of the activities course play. campers select most often in their top CULINARY ARTS is a brand new activity for 2020! Campers will learn different The fee for this golf class is $125 for five choices. Campers love to spend time techniques in the kitchen and may even a two-week session. Collared shirts are learning about, caring for, and riding horses. be able to make you a meal when they recommended but not mandatory. Golf clubs Although our horses are accustomed to trail get home. are available, but campers are encouraged rides and arena work, all animals can be to bring their own. unpredictable. Be aware of this and talk with DANCE is a fun way to get some energy your child about the need for respect and out and learn some of the latest dances. JR. GOLF ACADEMY caution around the animals. GYMNASTICS at camp involves flexibility The Junior Golf Academy is an As you and your camper decide and balance exercises, as well as tumbling additional cost of $350 for two weeks. between Horseback or Advanced Horseback, on a padded mat or even the outdoor Camp Olympia campers also have please consider the following criteria. Jump Pad. an opportunity to participate in our Junior Campers choosing Advanced Horseback Golf Academy during one of our two-week should be between 10-16, as well as have PHOTO-JOURNALISM is an activity terms this summer at Whispering Pines Golf received an advanced rating in a previous that will allow campers to learn how to use Club. The Academy is home to the most horseback class at Camp Olympia or during a DSLR camera, take photos, and learn unique facility found anywhere in junior golf. past experience demonstrated confidence the basics of creating a digital newsletter. The instructional areas and breathtaking around horses, form and control at a walk, PUPPIES IN TRAINING is for campers holes are a treat for junior golfers, no matter trot and lope, and the ability to saddle and ages 6–12 who will have an opportunity to their skill level. groom their horse. If you choose Advanced interact with 3 puppies at camp. Campers The golf curriculum is designed to Horseback, you are unable to choose Junior will spend time learning how to care for take place Monday – Friday from 8:30AM Golf Academy due to scheduling conflicts. the puppies while on walks, give them to 12:00PM with the option to play The baths, basic training for the dogs, and just Needler (a 9-hole short course) on Tuesday, love on them! At the end of the summer, Thursday, and Saturday evenings. In addition, LIFETIME LEISURE camper families will have the opportunity the club includes a multi-station practice AEROBICS/YOGA is a great way to to purchase one of the puppies and give facility, driving range, and video analyzation learn something new for our campers it a forever home. Money raised will be of swings by the Whispering Pines Head of all ages. Videos of leading aerobic donated to the Camper Scholarship Fund Golf Professional, Chris Rowe. While, this specialists are often used exposing the here at camp. summer, the main 18-whole course is under class to several types of aerobic exercise MEDIA PRODUCTION is a 2-period construction, campers in the Academy including low and high impact, Yoga, step, class for campers 10-16 where they will have opportunities to learn and grow. kickboxing, and even in will be taught how to create a movie. The Academy includes PGA professional the pool! Campers will be instructed on shooting designed instructional programs based is a very popular activity digital video, importing the clips to the on individual’s playing abilities, course ARTS & CRAFTS for all age groups! Whatever the project, computer, learning how to edit them, and supervision by PGA’s, practice and full play you can bet it will be FUN and campers putting their movie to music. O-SPORTS has the campers’ favorite lessons, be aware that this is a class that water and have at least a basic Camp Olympia games in one O-mazing teaches basic swimming skills and mostly ability. Lifeguards are present for lake activity! O-Ball, Spike-O, Koob, O-O, will include campers under age 10. activities. Life jackets are mandatory for all Sky-9, Toppleball, and other fun Olympia Free Swim is a great time to relax at waterfront activities, with the exception of games will be taught and played during the pool and visit with friends. This free time blobbing and water sliding. However, life this one period activity. Your camper will at the pool involves play time in the shallow jackets are available for these activities as learn strategy and new techniques to end of the pool and on each pool apparatus: well. Though our Olympia staff takes many perfect his/her game and, of course, have low board, climbing wall, trolley, 25 ft. precautions, risks on the lake do exist. Many a TON O’ FUN! platform, and 50 foot slide. Free Swim is an of the risks involved in waterfront activities stem from natural disasters beyond our has campers using activity period that is included in most activity TEXTILE ARTS control: equipment problems, falls, wildlife, different textiles, string, and fabrics to schedules. ignoring of safety instructions, and other create a variety of crafts. They will create conditions or events inherent in water sports. one of a kind projects to take home as well as learn lifelong skills. Note that campers TARGET SPORTS Nose clips will be worn while may use sharp objects, such as scissors Activities involving the use of firearms and participating in the following activities on our lakefront: waterskiing, and needles, with supervision during this ammunition or bows and arrows. class. , rocketing, blobbing, and Target sports take place on ranges sliding. For more leisure lake activities, WORKSHOP is a chance for campers designed specifically for each sport. Activities such as canoeing, , to create something special while considered target sports are Archery and and , nose clips will learning how to use woodworking and Riflery. Plus, Outdoor Skills incorporates be available if requested but will not leatherworking tools. Note that tools can both archery and riflery. These activities be mandatory. We recommend that be dangerous and the risk of injury does are enjoyable and make good lifetime campers bring 2 nose clips with exist. Please encourage your camper to leisure activities, but involve some risk the them to camp, but we will also have listen and abide to all safety instructions. parent and camper should consider before some available. participating. When choosing these activities, parents and campers are encouraged to WAKEBOARDING has been a POOL ACTIVITIES discuss the need for strict obedience to all very popular activity at Olympia. With safety regulations. Basic safety rules and our competition ski , class includes Our Pool is a favorite place to be safety commands are covered during the instruction on wakeboarding and may during the warm days of summer! The facility course. also include waterskiing, slaloming, includes a basketball goal, low diving board, , and wakesurfing. Campers Outdoor Skills has been developed trolley from a platform, giant slide, climbing are grouped by skill level and assigned to for our oldest campers, ages 13–16. Campers wall, and water balloon battle station. boats, and each ski includes a boat who take this class may experience camp Activities conducted at the pool are driver and instructor, one of whom is a setup, environmental education, skeet Diving, , Swimming Lessons, certified lifeguard. A fee $75( for a 2 week shooting, using a compass, canoeing, and and Free Swim. During structured free session) will be assessed for wakeboarding . time, other special activities include age class to guarantee your camper’s space in a division pool parties, scavenger hunts, ski boat. In an effort to find the best area to Water Carnival, Early Bird Party, and certain wakeboard, often times boats travel across Spartan/Athenian games. Any activity WATERFRONT Lake Livingston as opposed to staying close Activities occurring on Lake Livingston in or near the water has the potential for to the Olympia shoreline. There is no age (a public access lake). risks to occur. All scheduled pool activities minimum for wakeboarding. Campers must Get ready for some fun at our lakefront have lifeguard supervision, and we follow wear a life jacket, nose clip, and helmet while we call The Point! All waterfront activities American Camping Association standards wakeboarding. for use of certified staff at the pool. involve participation in Lake Livingston. There are several recreational waterfront activities WATERSKI has been a favorite camp Swimming Lessons are mandatory in which campers may participate, such activity through the years, with hundreds for campers under 10 years of age because as Blobbing, Rocketing, Water Sliding, of campers learning how to waterski for the Olympia believes in the importance of Paddleboarding, Canoeing, Log Rolling, first time at Olympia. As with wakeboarding, every camper being a capable swimmer. and floating on a Water Mat. In addition to campers are grouped by skill level and Therefore, swimming lessons will be added to these recreational lake activities, campers assigned to a boat, which includes a boat their activity schedule. Lessons are optional may choose Wakeboarding, Waterskiing, driver and an instructor with one being for campers ages 10 and up, so campers Canoeing, Kayaking, and Sailing activity a certified lifeguard. Campers may also aged 10–16 interested in swimming lessons classes for their activity schedule. It is be given the opportunity to wakeboard, need to email [email protected]. recommended that campers participating kneeboard, and slalom in their waterskiing If you are an older camper choosing swim in any lake activities be comfortable in lake class. A fee ($75 for a 2 week session) will be assessed to guarantee your camper’s ten people. While rocketing, it is probable that these favorite activities outside of their space in waterski class. As noted for participants will fall into the water. When this individualized activity schedule. wakeboarding class, boats often travel occurs, pick up is accomplished as quickly Point activities such as rocketing, across Lake Livingston to find the best area as possible. blobbing, paddleboarding, log rolling, to waterski. There is no age minimum for floating on aWater Mat, and water sliding BLOBBING waterskiing. Campers must wear a life jacket, will be available to campers: please read Blobbing is a definite highlight for nose clip, and helmet while waterskiing. explanations of these activities under our most campers! Blobbing is jumping from a Due to limited boat space, we require “Waterfront Activities.” platform and landing in a seat drop position campers be 13 years or older in order to Campers will have the opportunity to onto a large inflatable (called the Blob), take BOTH waterskiing and wakeboarding. use our Climbing Wall, Giant Swing, Zip which is floating in the water and anchored If you are 13 years old, and wish to take Line, and other Ropes Course elements in position. One at a time, campers jump onto BOTH waterskiing and wakeboarding, email which you can read more about under the the Blob and if other campers are still on the [email protected]. “Challenge Course” section. Blob, they are bounced into the air or into the The Jump Pad is an inflatable water. Once in the water, the campers swim OTHER CLASSES surrounded by grass that allows for up to to the dock (about twenty to thirty feet). At Sailing, Canoeing and Kayaking 30 people to jump at once so entire cabins The Point, there are TWO blobs for double classes launch from The Point, and campers can have fun on it together. Of course, the the fun! learn teamwork as they enjoy paddling or potential for injury exists so no flips are sailing around the lake. Lifejackets are worn SLIDE allowed — just LOTS of jumping! for these activities. Our 100 ft. Water Slide is fun for all! Mini Golf, O-O, Hammocking, and Campers also have a blast with Campers climb a spiral staircase and then Sky-9 are fun, activities that campers play Blobbing, Rocketing, and Water Sliding, rushing water assists them down the giant during free time at camp. which are available to all campers separate slide into the lake. Campers then swim to the from the scheduled class periods. dock (about ten to twenty feet). ROCKETING IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS, Rocketing involves being pulled behind EXTRA ACTIVITIES PLEASE CALL OUR OFFICE TODAY a boat on an inflatable that transports four to Campers of all ages may experience

SPECIAL EVENTS Olympia offers many fun and exciting special programs and events, in addition to all of our great activities! Some of these programs and events are included below. COOKOUTS: What a Fun Night! Each RODEO: Campers are the stars of our Led by their camper and counselor Chief cluster of campers (clusters are grouped all-camp Rodeo! They are selected and Chieftess, the tribes compete in big by age and sex) is scheduled for one from the Advanced Horseback classes Spartan and Athenian events during the cookout per term. Olympia’s Cookout to participate in the Olympia Rodeo held term, such as an all-camp marathon, site is located off of Caney Creek approx- during the last week of each term. Rodeo track & swim meet, cheer competition, imately two miles from main camp. Next events are chosen based on the ability of and giant team relay. Also on weekday to our Cookout site is a screened struc- the participants. Counselors are nearby mornings, campers participate in a variety ture that holds up to sixty-five campers to assist when appropriate; however, of games like broom hockey, kickball, and and counselors. The site is equipped inherent risks when riding a horse still . Our oldest campers may also with running water, electricity, and bath- exist. participate in a rope burn and race rooms. Campers and counselors are in our 12-person “War ”. Points : These activities offer driven out to the cookout site where their NIGHT GAMES are tallied throughout the term and each great fun and excitement for our campers! meal has been cooked over a campfire. tribe strives to be the tribe with the most Some night games may be programmed Of course, the meal always includes points at the end of the term. for your camper, such as a stealth game s’mores! This experience is designed for (where groups of campers and counselors a feel of camping in the great outdoors try to make their way around camp and really promotes bonding with the without being detected) or a scavenger other campers. During their cookout, hunt. East Texas woods at night are Camp Olympia’s overall camping campers and counselors participate in intriguing and fun, but risks exist due to program changes continually to any number of games, including sports unforeseen obstacles or wildlife. Campers ensure a new and exciting program for or tag in the open areas. Precautions are reminded to use their insect repellent. each of our campers. Therefore, this are taken to ensure your camper’s safe- information is not to be considered all ty, but as with any activity in the great SPARTAN & ATHENIAN: The camp is inclusive and is not designed to limit outdoors, risk of injury, minor or serious, divided into two tribes — Spartans and the Olympia program in any way. is a possibility. Athenians — for friendly, daily competition. Activity Preference Sheet Instructions

GET EXCITED TO MAKE YOUR ACTIVITY CHOICES Submit your activity choices by May 14, 2020 to have 25 merits added to your Merit Record!

1. Please use the worksheet on the next page to help you choose your activities. 2. RANK your favorite activity choices 1 to 15 with number 1 being your favorite. 3. SUBMIT YOUR RANKED CHOICES ONLINE Click the Parent Login button at the very top of our website Login with your email address and password Go to your Forms Dashboard Select Activity Preference Rank your 15 choices and click “Save Preferences” If you select an activity with an additional fee, please fill out the Additional Options form online

A few things to note when making your activity choices…

● Please note that if a change in your camper’s activity schedule is needed, he/she will only be allowed to change an activity for one that is listed as one of the 15 choices on his/her activity preferences. The number and size of the activity classes are set based on the preferences of all of our campers, and therefore, spots are limited for activity changes.

● Paid activities receive priority ranking. If you choose one of the paid activities (Jr. Golf, Golf Class, Waterskiing or Wakeboarding), it automatically will be moved to the top of the list in our scheduling system, so it is best to list those first.

● Note that blobbing, rocketing, water sliding, and mini-golf will be offered on Saturday afternoons and/ or during structured free time. As a result, they are not listed as specific activity choices but will be available for all campers during their camp term.

● Please note age requirements when choosing your activity choices.

● It is not necessary to include swim lessons as one of your activity choices if your camper is under 10.

● Free Swim and/or O-Sports may be added to any activity schedule.

● Please only submit your activity preferences once. If you need to make any changes to what has already been submitted, please contact camp via email at [email protected] or phone 936.594.2541.

Remember, get your choices in by May 14th to receive 25 merits! Activity Preferences Worksheet The ACTIVITY PREFERENCES FORM must be completed ONLINE by MAY 14TH, 2020 ACTIVITY AGES ACTIVITY AGES Aerobics/Yoga all Outdoor Skills (2 periods) 13-16 Archery all Photo-Journalism all Arts and Crafts all Ping Ping all Baseball all Puppies in Training 6-12 Basketball all Riflery (2 periods) all Biking all Sailing (2 periods) all Board Games all Snorkeling all Canoeing (2 periods) all Soccer all Challenge Course (2periods) 13-16 Softball all Charm all Tennis all Cheerleading all Textile Arts all Culinary Arts all Track and Field all Dance all Video Production (2 periods) 10-16 Diving all Volleyball all Drama 6-12 Weightlifting 10-16 Fishing (2 periods) all Workshop all Football all Advanced Horseback (2 periods) Must have previous Advanced Camp Olympia rating; 10-16 Frisbee all Hard covered, heeled shoes/boots and long pants required (2 periods) Gymnastics all Golf Class all $125 for Term 2/2B, 3/3B, & 4 Horseback all (2 periods) Junior Golf Academy 8-16 Intermediate Adventure (2 periods) 10-12 $350 for Term 2/2B, 3/3B, & 4 (2 periods) Wakeboarding all J-Journeys 6-9 $75 for Term 2/2B, 3/3B, & 4 Kayaking (2 periods) all (2 periods) Waterski all $75 for Term 2/2B, 3/3B, & 4 Lacrosse all The activities listed in grey above are all 2 periods and cost extra. If O-Sports all picked, you must also add this on the Additional Options Form.

Your schedule will include 10 activity periods, but we ask that you choose 15 to ensure you get your favorites.

Below is a worksheet to help you make your activity choices. Once you have decided on the ranking of your choices, please complete the ONLINE ACTIVITY PREFERENCES FORM. If you choose a paid activity, you need to select that on the ADDITIONAL OPTIONS FORM too! RANK ACTIVITY RANK ACTIVITY 1st 9th

2nd 10th

3rd 11th

4th 12th

5th 13th

6th 14th

7th 15th

8th Trouble? Contact: [email protected] AVAILABLE UNDER ADDITIONAL OPTIONS SPECIAL DELIVERY CARE PACKAGE The vision is clear this summer, order your camper a care package stamped.... SPECIAL DELIVERY Letters and care packages from family and friends make such a highlight in your camper’s day. Camp Olympia has designed a “SPECIAL DELIVERY” care package stuffed with loads of BIG FUN! Contents of package vary by age and gender and include a terrific assortment of unique toys and games. Special Deliveries are $42.00 and are packed at camp by people who know your camper! Each camper may receive up to 2 Special Delivery Care Packages during the term. SUMMER 2020 YEARBOOK 2020 Yearbooks will be completed after summer and will include cabin photos, pictures from activities, nightly programs, and fun moments from each term. Yearbooks are $40.00 each and will be mailed to you once published, or you can pick yours up at our Reunion Party in the Fall!