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SUMMER CAMP Information and Registration Forms 2020 Mane Stream’s Summer Camp PO Box 305 Oldwick, New Jersey 08858 Tel: (908) 439-9636 Fax: (908) 439-2338 Web: www.manestreamnj.org January 2020 Dear Camper/Parent, Thank you for your interest in Mane Stream’s Summer Camp. Mane Stream’s Summer Camp is an inclusive day camp open to any child four years of age and older. Enclosed you will find information about camp, eligibility guidelines and all the required forms (including an immunization record from the doctor) to be returned to the office prior to the beginning of Summer Camp. Any child attending camp must have independent bathroom skills and be able to care for and feed him/herself or have an one-to-one aide in attendance for assistance. Approved one-to- one aide organizations can be found on the PerformCare website. Please note: Mane Stream is not able to administer medications. Campers that have not previously attended Summer Camp at Mane Stream must attend a screening prior to participating to ensure that the camp experience will be an appropriate activity for the camper. This 30-minute screening will consist of a tour of the facility, a brief ride on a horse or pony and an informal meeting with the Camp Director. This meeting will give the Camp Director a chance to get to know the camper and recommend the appropriate week for the camper to attend. There is no fee for the screening. All paperwork must be completed before the screening can be scheduled. Once the completed paperwork is received in the office, the Camp Director will contact you to schedule the screening. Camp enrollment is limited to ten campers per week to ensure a safe and fun environment. Camp is supervised by the Camp Director, PATH Intl Certified Riding Instructors, and Camp Counselors. The Camp Director, the Camp Health Director and PATH Instructors are CPR and First Aid Certified. In addition, specially trained Mane Stream volunteers assist with activities throughout the day. Campers are welcome to attend as many weeks as they want. Be sure to send in your paperwork as soon as possible- the weeks fill quickly. All registered campers will receive a confirmation packet prior to attending, along with any additional required paperwork that is needed. For more information, please contact Holland Kochanski, Camp Director, in the Mane Stream office via phone at (908)439-9636 or email at [email protected]. “Mane Stream’s Summer Camp” Offering a high quality, fun and engaging summer day camp. Daily camp activities will include riding lessons, horsemanship activities- grooming, tacking, leading and learning about horses and basic horse care, games and trail rides. The camp is designed to meet the needs of each individual camper’s age, abilities and riding skill level. Campers will be guided through the day with support from Mane Stream staff and specially trained volunteers. Campers do not have to have riding experience to attend this camp. The camp is known for its organized activities that promote independence, self- confidence, team building and socialization while allowing each camper to explore and discover new skills. “Horses, Horses, Horses” at Mane Stream’s Summer Camp For the horse crazy kid that just can’t get enough of horses in his/her life! * Final approval will be made by the Camp Director * This camp is geared towards the more experienced horse enthusiast who is interested in learning and advancing their riding and horsemanship skills. Along with daily riding lessons campers will be immersed into the world of horses and build on the basic skills and knowledge they may already have. The goal is to strengthen existing skills and challenge each camper to learn new skills at their own pace. This camp is taught by a PATH Intl. Instructor with extensive horse show and teaching experience who has competed in the hunter and equitation divisions. Campers will be given the opportunity to ride Mane Stream’s experienced show horses that have competed at top shows. Emphasis will be placed on independence both on and off the horse. Campers must have riding experience and independent riding skills in order to attend “Horses, Horses, Horses.” “A Typical Day at Mane Stream Summer Camp” AM Activities PM Activities Meeting for horse and volunteer assignments Scavenger Hunts Grooming and Tacking Painting Horses Riding – in outdoor arena and trail rides Horse Games Taking care of horses – hay, water, turning out Bathing Horses Chores Bareback or Trick Riding What to Expect When Attending Summer Camp _____________________________________________________________________________ Weather Camp will be held rain or shine. Please call the office as soon as possible if you know your child is going to be absent. Camp days cancelled by parents/campers are not made up and will not be given a credit. Attire All campers are required to wear long pants appropriate for riding. Nylon pants are not appropriate as they can be too slippery. Sneakers or hard-soled boots are required for camp activities. No sandals or flip-flops! Comfortable clothes may be brought and changed into after riding. All riders are required to wear ASTM-SEI approved riding helmets dated within 5 years. Helmets are available at Mane Stream for campers’ use. Food & Snacks All campers must bring their own lunch and beverages. We do not allow campers to share lunch with each other or the volunteers. Cold drinking water will be available to refill water bottles. Additional things to pack each day! Bottle for Water Sunblock/Sunscreen Bug Spray Change of clothes Parents & Visitors Rules NO DOGS are permitted on the property. Leashed assistance dogs are welcome with limitations. NO SMOKING allowed on the premises. Please follow the speed limit of 5 mph on Mane Stream property. All vehicles must yield to horses on the driveway. It is best to stop your car and wait for the Mane Stream staff member to inform you that it is safe to continue. Mane Stream’s Summer Camp _____________________________________________________________________________ Hours Camp is held from 9:00 AM-2:00 PM Monday-Friday. o During the week of June 29th – July 2nd, camp is held from 9:00am to 12:00pm. Extended drop-off and pick-up hours are available for a nominal fee. Contact Camp Director, Holland Kochanski at [email protected] or 908.439.9636 if you are interested or would like more information. Fees A $100.00 non-refundable deposit is required for each week of camp and MUST accompany the registration form. Camp is $450.00 per week per camper. Any applicable discounts will be applied by the Camp Director. The $100.00 per week deposit will be applied to the cost of camp. You will receive an invoice with the remaining balance when confirmations are sent out. The balance is due two weeks prior to the start of camp. Discounts (Only one discount per camper will be allowed) Campers are only eligible for one $25 discount for the following reasons: Registration by April 30th Siblings attending camp Multiple week Open House Attendance Reserve early- camp fills quickly! Do you have questions or are not sure which camp may be most appropriate for your child? Feel free to call or email Camp Director, Holland Kochanski at 908-439-9636 or [email protected]. Guidelines for Participation _____________________________________________________________________________ Rider Eligibility Guidelines Although Mane Stream makes every effort to accommodate every person who applies to come to camp, it is not always possible due to the limitations of our horses and the facility. We would like you to be aware of the following: Weight Limit Please be advised that the current weight limit is 200 pounds. Be aware that there are several factors used in determining the appropriateness of an individual to be able to attend camp at Mane Stream. Therefore, the weight limit is applied at the discretion of Mane Stream staff. Safety and comfort of both the camper and the horse, as well as the ability of both, must be considered. In determining the appropriateness of an individual to attend camp at Mane Stream, there are several factors in relation to the weight limit that need to be taken into account, including, but not limited to: Actual weight of the camper Balance of the camper Strength of the camper Safety issues for mounting and dismounting for both the camper and the volunteers Amount of assistance needed by the camper Degree of independence of the camper Physical ability and availability of a suitable horse to carry the camper Age Campers must be at least four years of age. Precautions and Contraindications Be aware that there are existing precautions and contraindications to equine assisted activities. All medical histories will be reviewed prior to any camper beginning at Mane Stream. Behavior Disruptive, inappropriate or unsafe behaviors, or any condition where the camper is dangerous to him/herself or to others, may be considered a contraindication to horseback riding. Camper Discipline Policy _____________________________________________________________________________ Mane Stream’s Summer Camp staff and volunteers must understand that while it is important to maintain order with campers, camp is a recreational experience that is supposed to be fun. However it is imperative that all campers comply with instructions relating to safety issues. If a camper repeatedly ignores or defies an instruction from a camp counselor and in doing so is jeopardizing his/her safety or that of others and/or causing serious disruption to the program the following steps will be taken: 1. The camper will be placed in “time-out” for an amount of time that is equal in minutes to the child’s age in years (e.g.

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