GREAT SUMMERS START HERE! YMCA Day Camp | 2021

ANN ARBOR YMCA WWW.ANNARBORYMCA.ORG (734) 996-9622

CAMPS AVAILABLE IN ANN ARBOR, YPSILANTI AND PINCKNEY AREAS!

| www.annarborymca.org Welcome to Ann Arbor YMCA SUMMER PROGRAMS

The Y is a place where everyone belongs and can be themselves while engaging in new experiences, strengthening character, building new skills and making new friends.

Our well-rounded summer day camp programs are rooted in the YMCA core values of caring, honesty, respect and responsibility while being intentional about fostering friendships, a sense of accomplishment, and belonging for all.

More than ever this summer, we are committed to providing youth with a positive environment that prioritizes safety and promotes participants to lead with empathy, build healthy relationships, effectively manage emotions, take responsibility for actions, and develop achieveable goals.

As you review our camp brochure, you will notice a range of in-person day camps offered across Washtenaw County, along with several exciting new camps that bring all of the fun of camp to you to complete at home. We are also offering virtual camp programs that will engage your child in some of their favorite activities from home.

The Ann Arbor YMCA Day Camp Team is here to cultivate your camper’s character, curiosity and creativity for youth to discover their passions and explore their potential.

Adventure Awaits!

1 OUR MISSION The Ann Arbor YMCA’s mission is to put our core values ONLINE REGISTRATION BEGINS: of caring, honesty, respect and responsibility into action Members: Sunday, March 14 at through facilities and programs that build healthy spirit, mind and body for all. 11:00 a.m. Non-members: Wednesday, OUR DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION March 17 at 7:00 a.m. STATEMENT The Ann Arbor YMCA is made up of people of all ages and from every walk of life, working side by side to strengthen communities. Together we strive to ensure that everyone, CONTACT regardless of age, race, gender, gender expression, gender INFORMATION identity, income, faith, sexual orientation or cultural background has the opportunity to live life to its fullest. Ann Arbor YMCA Day Camp Leadership Team HOW TO REGISTER » Abbey Davis Teen & Volunteer Director » Online: Visit www.annarborymca.org and click the teal Teen Camps & Youth Volunteer Corps “Camp Registration” button. [email protected] » By Phone: Day Camp Registrar (734) 661-8039 (734) 661-8012

» Chris Deary OUR AREAS OF IMPACT Sports Program Director Youth Development: Empowering young people to reach Sports & Travel Camps [email protected] their full potential. (734) 661-8016 Healthy Living: Improving individual and community well- being. » Kyandé Sanders Day Camp and Youth Programs Director Social Responsibility: Providing support and inspiring Traditional & Specialty Camps action in our communities. [email protected] (734) 661-8005 GOALS FOR Y CAMPERS » Amanda Hutcheon Camp Birkett Director » Create new friendships and experience a sense of [email protected] belonging (734) 661-8011 » Engage in a wide variety of activities that inspire (734) 426-0072 (Summer) creativity, critical thinking and a lifelong commitment to learning » For all inquiries regarding registration, payments, and waitlists please contact the Day » Develop meaningful relationships with caring adults Camp Registrar. » Serve as a part of a team » Set and achieve a personal goals Email Address: [email protected] Phone Number: (734) 661-8039

» For all inquiries regarding the Open Arms FIVE REASONS TO ATTEND Y DAY Financial Assistance Program and scholarships, CAMP PROGRAMS contact the Financial Assistance Coordinator, Melika Belhaj. » Have fun staying active while playing games

» Make new friends Email Address: [email protected]

» Engage with caring staff and volunteers Phone Number: (734) 661-8007 » Develop new skills by trying challenging activities » Enhance physical, social-emotional, and cognitive » Para información en español, contacte abilities [email protected] o llame (734) 661-8005.

2 GENERAL STAFFING All staff members are selected for their maturity, dedication, INFORMATION enthusiasm, and desire to allow children to reach their fullest potential. We are committed to hiring a diverse and SAFETY AT CAMP DURING welcoming staff. COVID-19 Our entire staff is CPR and First Aid-certified and participates in an intensive week-long training program which covers Safety of participants, staff, and volunteers is our top safety, supervision, counseling and camp procedures. priority. All in-person opportunities will abide by Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) guidelines and If you, or someone you know, would like to work with governmental recommendations and regulations. Camp the Y this summer, please visit our employment page at groups will be reduced in capacity to provide additional www.annarborymca.org to apply. space in any indoor areas. All camp activities will be modified to minimize necessity for close physical interactions. It is safe REFUND AND TRANSFER POLICY to assume that all in-person opportunities will require staff Deposits are non-refundable under any circumstances. At and campers to wear Personal Protective Equipment and to the time of registration, a deposit is due for each session for maintain a safe distance (6 feet) from one another whenever which the camper is registering. it is possible to do so. Up to three weeks before the beginning of the specific camp This summer we will not offer combination half-day programs session, all funds, less the deposit, are refundable and or pre/post care in order to avoid campers mixing between transferable within other day camp programs as space allows. groups. To accomodate campers we will be hosting camps This includes camp balance dues. Within three weeks of the between two sites - the Ann Arbor YMCA and Greenhills beginning of the specific camp session, all funds are non- School. Camps for older elementary students and teens will refundable and non-transferable to a balance due or to a new take place at Greenhills School with transportation available registration. If a camper, without notice, does not attend a between the sites. Photos used in brochure are pre-covid 19 session for which they are registered, there will be no refund pandemic. issued. In cases of homesickness, dismissal, or voluntary withdrawal, there will be no refund of any fees. DAY CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS If COVID-19 forces another closure we will provide options At the Y, we believe that every person who would like to to our families, including full refunds. We recognize should have the opportunity to participate in our programs. there are a number of reasons for potential cancellations Through generous contributions to the Annual Campaign, and refunds for summer 2021. If your family is in need the Ann Arbor YMCA provides financial scholarships which of a refund for summer programs, please contact us at enable all members of the community to enjoy YMCA [email protected] to discuss cancellation programs, regardless of financial capacity. options. Visit https://www.annarborymca.org/campscholarships to learn more about applying for a day camp scholarship. The deadline for day camp scholarship applications is Friday, March 26. SAVE THE DATE: Day Camp Parent Orientation PARENT HANDBOOK Wednesday, May 5 at 6:00 p.m. A Parent Handbook will be emailed to all registered The Parent Orientation is for registered families. participants prior to summer and will be available for Parents are encouraged to attend to learn in detail download at www.annarborymca.org. This handbook will about our day camp programs and logistics. Parents will contain detailed information on specific day camps. have the opportunity to ask questions of Y Day Camp Leadership Staff. This orientation will be held via Zoom.

2021 SUMMER CAMP SESSION DATES Session 1: June 14 – 18 Session 5: July 12 – 16 Session 9: August 9 – 13 Session 2: June 21 – 25 Session 6: July 19 – 23 Session 10: August 16 – 20 Session 3: June 28 – July 2 Session 7: July 26 – 30 Session 11: August 23 – 27 Session 4: July 5 – 9 Session 8: August 2 – 6 Session 12: August 30 – Sept. 3 3 INTERESTED IN VOLUNTEERING? Check out our volunteering opportunities:

YMCA Day Camp Second Language Guide YMCA Day Camp Readers Assist campers and families with limited English Campers spend 30-minutes engaged in quiet reading. proficiency at day camp. Potentially translate day Volunteers are available to assist with reading and camp materials, assist with registration and day camp helping children to build confidence and attain reading operations. goals.

YMCA Program/Activity Specialist Volunteer YMCA Day Camp Photographer Do you have a skill or a talent that you would like Campers and families are looking for a way to document to share with youth? Programs and activities may their summer adventures. If you are a photographer encompass many skills and talents, including but looking to gain experience this is a great way to do so. not limited to: physical activities, fine arts, outdoor Help us capture the magic of camp. education, and leadership development. Program/ Activity Specialist Volunteers can create and facilitate workshops/clinics and/or assist existing summer Questions? programs. Visit our website at www.annarborymca.org or email [email protected].

4 ANN ARBOR YMCA DAY CAMPS The YMCA offers a wide variety of full-day and half-day camps. Campers can pursue their interests with new friends and learn new skills in a safe and fun environment. Enjoy a full-day or a half-day filled with active games, engaging CAMP BIRKETT crafts, and opportunities to build friendships.

Camp Birkett - Space Odyssey FULL-DAY CAMPS Session 5: July 12 - 16 CAMP BIRKETT AGES 5-12 Camp Birkett - Castles and Catapults Session 6: July 19 - 23 9141 Dexter-Townhall Road, Pinckney, Michigan 48169 Camp Birkett - Birkett Olympics Camp Birkett is licensed by the state of Michigan and Session 7: July 26 - 30 accredited by the American Camping Association. A traditional day camping program, Camp Birkett provides Camp Birkett - Jungle Safari a full-day of enriching experiences that promote skill Session 8: August 2 - 6 development and self-confidence. With over 100 years Camp Birkett - Wild Wild West of history, Camp Birkett has continued to offer a summer Session 9: August 9 - 13 outdoors, immersed in a natural environment on the shores of Silver Lake in Pinckney. Facilities include a lake-view Camp Birkett - Birkett’s Greatest Hits lodge, athletic field, gaga-pit, locker and changing rooms, Session 10: August 16 - 20 archery range, waterfront swimming area, watercraft, and fishing areas. Each week, campers participate in traditional camp activities Bus Transportation including canoeing, swimming, arts and crafts, sports, Bus transportation from Ann Arbor is available to and from outdoor education, fishing, and archery. Each session also Camp Birkett. The specific Ann Arbor departure/return has a unique theme to provide a creative spin on camp location, typically an Ann Arbor elementary school and NOT activities and create lasting memories. Camp Birkett is the the Ann Arbor YMCA, will be printed in the Parent Handbook. ideal place to spend the summer! Children may be dropped off at the Ann Arbor departure/ return location between 8:00 a.m. and 8:20 a.m. and picked Camp Birkett - Super Spies up between 5:00 p.m. and 5:20 p.m. Session 1: June 14 - 18 Campers may also be dropped off at Camp Birkett, 9141 Dexter Townhall Road, between 9:00 a.m. and 9:20 a.m. and picked Camp Birkett - Mad Science up between 4:00 and 4:20 p.m. Bus capacity will be limited to Session 2: June 21 - 25 allow for extra spacing. Because of this, bus transportation Camp Birkett - Under the Big Top for summer 2021 will require an additional registration and Session 3: June 28 - July 2 $15 fee for each individual session. Bus registration will open Camp Birkett - Pirates of Silver Lake with camp registration. Financial assistance is available for Session 4: July 5 -9 bus fees. *All times are subject to change. Families will be notified if times change*

GIVE THE GIFT OF CAMP Every day, the Y works to ensure that everyone has the opportunity to learn, grow and thrive. Through the generous support of donors, we provide scholarship assistance to give every kid the chance to experience camp. Please consider making a tax-deductible charitable contribution to our Annual Campaign to help send a child to camp. To donate, visit www.annarborymca.org/give. When you give to the Y, you strengthen your community.

5 Leader-In-Training Program

Entering grades 7th, 8th or 9th FULL-DAY CAMPS For more information regarding the Leader-In-Training Program at Camp Birkett please refer to the Leadership Development Opportunities for Teens on page 11.

ANN ARBOR YMCA DOWNTOWN LOCATION: FULL-DAY CAMP

400 West Washington Street, Ann Arbor, MI 48103

KIDVENTURE AGES 5-8 GYMNASTICS AGES 5-11 YMCA Gymnastics camps combine instruction with camp Kidventure Day Camp, a full-day camp experience for ages 5 songs, fun group games and activities. All camps are – 8. Kids have fun making new friends, developing new skills, one-week long and all skill levels are welcome. On the learning core values, building self-confidence, appreciating first day of each session, campers will be divided into team work and growing in self-reliance. groups based on age and ability. Campers will participate in a variety of indoor and outdoor This camp is also offered as a half-day morning camp. For activities based on weekly themes. more information see page 9. Campers registering for a full day will participate in gymnastics in the morninig followed by Schedule: 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. traditional camp activities in the afternoon. Kidventure - Super Scientists Session 1: June 14 - 18 Schedule: 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Kidventure - Passport, Please! Session 1: June 14 - 18 Session 9: August 9 - 13 Session 2: June 21 - 25 Session 3: June 28 - July 2 Session 11: August 23 - 27 Kidventure - Superhero Academy Session 5: July 12 - 16 Session 3: June 28 - July 2 Session 7: July 26 - 30 Kidventure - Mystery Madness Session 4: July 5 -9 BASKETBALL AGES 5-11 Kidventure - Game Show Mania Basketball Camp welcomes children of all skill levels. Campers Session 5: July 12 - 16 will have the opportunity to develop their basketball skills and scrimmage. Campers spend time with our experienced Kidventure - Safari Adventure coaches and enjoy basketball on the YMCA courts. Most Session 6: July 19 - 23 importantly, campers will develop a sense of teamwork and Kidventure - The Magical World of Disney respect for their teammates. Campers registered for the Session 7: July 26 - 30 full-day program will participate in basketball activities in Kidventure - Time Warp the morning followed by traditional camp activities in the Session 8: August 2 - 6 afternoon. Kidventure - Camp Olympics This camp is also offered as a half-day morning camp. See page 9 for more information. Session 9: August 9 - 13 Kidventure - Space Odyssey Schedule: 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Session 10: August 16 - 20 Session 2: June 21 - 25 Session 8: August 2 - 6 Kidventure - Jurassic Journey Session 4: July 5 -9 Session 10: August 16 - 20 Session 11: August 23 -27 Session 6: July 19 - 23 Session 12: August 30 - Sept. 3 Kidventure - All About Art Session 12: August 30 - September 3

6 FULL-DAY CAMPS FULL-DAY

GREENHILLS SCHOOL FULL-DAY CAMPS 850 Greenhills Drive, Ann Arbor, MI 48105

This year, in addition to offering full and half day camps at our downtown membership branch at 400 West Washington Street, the Y will be presenting programming on the Greenhills School campus. See the teen section for opportunities for youth ages 12 – 16. The Greenhills School Campus’s resources will enable Y counselors to extend the limits of their own and their campers’ imaginations! Bus transportation will be available between the Ann Arbor YMCA and Greenhills School. More details for drop-off and pick-up will be provided in the Parent Handbook. KIDSQUEST AGES 8-11 TEAM SPORTS AGES 8-11 KidsQuest is a full-day camp designed to bring a multitude This camp keeps your child active all week with a variety of camp options wrapped up into one full-day program. of sports including basketball, football, soccer, baseball, Campers will explore arts and crafts, sports, performing arts, lacrosse and more. Throughout the day, campers will science, outdoor adventures, team building activities and experience a variety of active large group games and more. individual drills focused on improving basic techniques Schedule: 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Schedule: 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Session 1: June 14 - 18 Session 7: July 26 - 30 Session 1: June 14 - 18 Session 5: July 12 - 16 Session 2: June 21 - 25 Session 8: August 2 - 6 Session 2: June 21 - 25 Session 6: July 19 - 23 Session 3: June 28 - July 2 Session 9: August 9 - 13 Session 3: June 28 - July 2 Session 7: July 26 - 30 Session 4: July 5 -9 Session 10*: August 16 - 20 Session 4: July 5 -9 Session 8: August 2 - 6 Session 5: July 12 - 16 Session 11*: August 23 - 27 Session 6: July 19 - 23 Session 12*: August 30 - Sept. 3 *KidsQuest sessions 10-12 will be located at the Ann Arbor YMCA Downtown location. 7 Camp New Heights - Time Warp FULL-DAY CAMPS YPSILANTI Session 8: August 2 - 6 Camp New Heights - Superhero Adventures FULL-DAY CAMP Session 9: August 9 - 13 Ypsilanti Township Community Center 2025 East Clark Road, Ypsilanti, MI, 48198 Camp New Heights - Arts & Crafts Adventures Session 10: August 16 - 20 CAMP NEW HEIGHTS AGES 5-12 Throughout the week campers will have the opportunity to participate in theme-related activities as well as main activity areas including: sports, arts and crafts, science experiments, team-building, silent reading time, nutrition lessons, enrichment activities, and more! Schedule: 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Camp New Heights - Ypsilanti Olympics Session 1: June 14 - 18 Camp New Heights - Mystery Mania Session 2: June 21 - 25 Camp New Heights - Celebration of Nations Session 3: June 28 - July 2 Camp New Heights - Mad Science Session 4: July 5 -9 Camp New Heights - Jungle Journey Session 5: July 12 - 16 Camp New Heights - Inventor’s Workshop Session 6: July 19 - 23 Camp New Heights - Spacetopia Session 7: July 26 - 30

Growing Community through Parks & Enrichment EXPERIENCE THE REC

It’s more than just something to do - it’s a way of life! We welcome all who are interested in a nurturing, creative and playful environment for their families.

Ytown Rec strives to offer something for everyone in the family. For the kids we offer youth sports leagues and classes, enrichment programs, art classes, youth dance, and family events. For adults we offer health and fitness classes and a variety of sports leagues. We also have a vibrant 50 & Beyond program for older adults that has options for travel, health, fitness classes and much more. Our facility boasts an arts and crafts room, racquetball and wallyball courts, gymnasium, aerobic and dance studio, meeting rooms, classrooms and a senior center. Stop by our facility sometime - it is a community of opportunity!

SERAFINSKI SCHOLARSHIP Started in honor of former longtime director Art Serafinski, the Serafinski scholarship provides youth recreation opportunities with Ytown Rec each season for those that qualify. The scholarship is for youth 3-17 years old and can be used for most of the recreation’s in-house programs. Families can complete the Scholarship Application online or by stopping by our center.

8 Schedule: 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. MORNING CAMPS Session 2: June 21 - 25 Session 8: August 2 - 6 All morning camps offered operate out of 400 Session 4: July 5 -9 Session 10: August 16 - 20 West Washington Street unless noted. Session 6: July 19 - 23 Session 12: August 30 - Sept. 3 WHIZ KIDS AGES 5-8 GYMNASTICS AGES 5-11 Whiz Kids is an achievement-based program focusing on weekly themes that help campers learn and grow. Campers YMCA Gymnastics camps combine instruction with camp MORNING CAMPS will have hands-on learning experiences while also taking songs, fun group games and activities. All camps are one- part in traditional camp activities including swimming, arts week long and all skill levels are welcome. On the first day of and crafts and group games. each session campers will be divided into groups based on age and ability. Participants many only register for one half-day program per session. This camp is also offered as a full-day program. See page 6 for more information. Schedule: 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Schedule: Whiz Kids - Blast to the Past 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Session 1: June 14 - 18 Session 1: June 14 - 18 Session 7: July 26 - 30 Whiz Kids - Fizz, Pop, Bang Session 3: June 28 - July 2 Session 9: August 9 - 13 Session 2: June 21 - 25 Session 5: July 12 - 16 Session 11: August 23 - 27 Whiz Kids - Blast to the Past Session 3: June 28 - July 2 Whiz Kids - Art-rageous Session 4: July 5 -9 Whiz Kids - Space Odyssey CAMP IN A BOX Session 5: July 12 - 16 Ages 5-10 Whiz Kids - Animal Planet Session 6: July 19 - 23 All the fun of a traditional camp wrapped up in a box to be enjoyed at home. Each camper will receive a Whiz Kids - Inventor’s Workshop box with an assortment of fun games and learning Session 7: July 26 - 30 activities. Campers will explore creative offerings from Whiz Kids - Dinosaur Detectives the world of arts and crafts, science, reading, writing, Session 8: August 2 - 6 physical education, and brain teasers. Full instructions Whiz Kids - LegoTM for each activity are included in your Camp in a Box. Session 9: August 9 - 13 Boxes can be picked up at the Ann Arbor YMCA located Whiz Kids - A Bug’s Life at 400 West Washington Street, Ann Arbor, MI 48103. Session 10: August 16 - 20 Whiz Kids - Around the World Camp in a Box - Art-Rageous Session 11: August 23 -27 Session 2: June 21 - 25 Whiz Kids - Superhero Adventures Camp in a Box - Space Odyssey Session 12: August 30 - September 3 Session 4: July 5 - 9 AGES 5-11 BASKETBALL Camp in a Box - Superhero Academy Basketball Camp welcomes children of all skill levels. Campers Session 6: July 19 - 23 will have the opportunity to develop their basketball skills and scrimmage. Campers spend time with our experienced Camp in a Box - The Magical World of Disney coaches and enjoy basketball on the YMCA courts. Most Session 8: August 2 - 6 importantly, campers will develop a sense of teamwork and respect for their teammates. Camp in a Box - Inventors’ Workshop Session 10: August 16 - 20 This camp is also offered as a full-day program. See page 6 for more information.

9 TEEN SUMMER TEEN C.A.M.P. AGES 12-15

(Connect. Achieve. Master. Persevere.) TEEN SUMMER PROGRAMS PROGRAMS Greenhills School (In-person) In-person and virtual opportunities available Teen C.A.M.P. offered a transformational experience for teens to connect with others, achieve, goals, master new The Ann Arbor Y is dedicated to providing engaging and skills, and develop strategies to persevere. With specialized productive environments for teens that promote participants activities such as creative arts, STEM, sports, active to lead with empathy, build healthy relationships, effectively citizenship, and teambuilding exercises, this traditional day manage emotions, take responsibility for action, and develop camp provides options for all. personal skills for success. All teen programs encourage Schedule: interactive participation in group settings, hands-on learning 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. experiences, character exploration, and active citizenship. Session 1: June 14 - 18 Session 6: July 19 - 23 Summer program opportunities for teens, ages 11 – 17, are Session 2: June 21 - 25 Session 7: July 26 - 30 offered throughout the summer taking place at the Ann Arbor Session 3: June 28 - July 2 Session 8: August 2 - 6 YMCA Downtown location, Greenhills School Campus, Camp Session 4: July 5 -9 Session 9: August 9 - 13 Birkett, and virtually. Session 5: July 12 - 16 DIGITAL MEDIA PRODUCTION AGES 11-15 CHILD & BABYSITTING SAFETY Ann Arbor YMCA (In-person) CERTIFICATION Turn up the creativity with these fun and hands-on digital AGES 12-17 media experiences! Participants will explore the digital media world and learn to develop video and audio content covering In-person & virtual opportunities available all facets of pre-production, production and post-production. Interested in being certified to care for youth? This This opportunity will harness the power of communication as one-week training will equip teens with everything a medium of artistic expression. they need to know for successful babysitting. From identifying safety hazards and what to do FILM FRENZY in an emergency, to how to care for an infant and techniques for diapering, feeding, and calming a Calling all film aficionados! Participants will be tasked to baby, this course is designed to develop skills and create a short film that raises awareness about a topic of strategies to increase effectiveness when working interest and promotes social change in their community. with children. Additionally, participants will learn Through facilitated dialogue and exploration of critical about the entrepreneurship of babysitting and social issues, participants will basic filmmaking language, develop strategies to turn this certification into a cinematography with DSLR cameras, scripting, storyboarding, business. All participants who successfully complete editing, and more. the program will receive an American Safety and Schedule: 9:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. health Institute Child and Babysitting Safety Session 4: July 5-9 Certification. Session 8: August 2-6 Schedule: Friday, June 25, 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. (In-Person at DYNAMIC DOCUMENTARIES Greenhills School) A storyteller’s delight! This digital media program is for Friday, July 30, 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. (In-Person at those who are seeking to share the truth with others through Greenhills School) the production of a short documentary. Participants will Monday, June 28 - Wednesday, June 30, 1:00 p.m. - work in small groups to research a topic of interest, collect 3:00 p.m. (Virtual) information, and present facts via the film production process. Monday, August 9 - Wednesday, August 11, 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. (Virtual) Schedule: 9:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. Session 6: July 19-23

10 TEEN SUMMER PROGRAMS Schedule: Camp Birkett (In-person) PROGRAM AT CAMPBIRKETT LEADER-IN-TRAINING (LIT) honesty, respect andresponsibility are emphasized. and thedevelopment of theYMCA character values of caring, the lensof acamp counselor. Leadership skills,teamwork, exposed to thebasicelementsof youth development through planning andgeneral camp activities,participantswillbe supervised opportunitieswithyounger campers, program Birkett activities.Through acombination of workshops, responsibilities whilestill participatingintheirfavorite Camp to buildleadership skillsandassume somecounselor The Leader-in-Training program allows oldercampers ENTERING 7TH, 8TH OR 9TH GRADE 9TH OR 8TH 7TH, ENTERING YVC page atwww.annarborymca.org. to date withtheYVC Calendarof Events located onthe on someFridays, Saturdays, and/orSundays. Stay up YVC will offer service projects throughout the summer SINGLE SERVICE PROJECTS (IN-PERSON) Sessions: 1-11 vance of session start date) Location: Project Site Specific(detailsprovided- inad Schedule: Program feeassociated. and develop strategies to achieve collective action. greater understanding orourchangingcommunities in ashared-learning environment thatpromote a participants willengageinsocial justice workshops to service-learning andreflection. Additionally, of activitiesfrom icebreakers andteam builders in smallgroups. Eachdayisplannedto includeplenty direct andindirect service andserve theircommunity blocksofwith theopportunity to engagein4-day The YVC SummerSession of Service provides teens SESSION OFSERVICE (IN-PERSON) address critical social issues anddevelop strategies to become active citizens of theircommunity. service-learning projects, workshops, personaldevelopment training, andinteractive YVC dialogue, participants in collaboration withlocal organizations to create social changeandpositive community impact.Through facilitated Youth Volunteer isayouth-driven program Corps (YVC) thatstrives to meettheneedsof ourcommunity andworks EXPANDING HORIZONS YOUTH VOLUNTEER CORPS (YVC)

See CampBirkett pagefordetails. M-Th, 9:00 a.m.-12:00p.m. Financial assistance available. available. assistance Financial associated. YVC homepageatwww.annarborymca.org. Program fee topics. Detailedsession themeswillbeposted onthe Each Session willfocusondifferent social justice activities andat-home service-learning opportunities. interactive workshops, dialogue, guest speakers, Staff and Youth AdvisoryCouncilmembersandinclude projects. Virtualsessions willbefacilitated by YVC 2-hour blocksof remote learning andat-home service- YVC willoffer virtual connections for teens to engagein Sessions: 2,4,6,8,10 Schedule: VIRTUAL CONNECTIONS (VIRTUAL) Contact [email protected] or solutions. necessary to buildeffective andefficientbusiness-based Participants willbuildonthecross-disciplinary skills speakers, andinteractive shared-learning activities. entrepreneurship through aseriesof workshops, guest the opportunity to learn abouttheworld of business about broad business operations! Bizology offers teens solvers whoare intrinsically interested inlearning Calling allyoung entrepreneurs andinnovative problem Session 5:July12-16 Schedule: Virtual Program BIZOLOGY Visit theYVC pageat M-Th, 1:00 p.m. -3:00p.m. Financial assistance available. assistance Financial

10:00 a.m.-12:00p.m. AGES 11-17 AGES For more details: call (734)661-8017 QUESTIONS? www.annarborymca.org. AGES 12-16 AGES 11 2021 DAY CAMP DATES AND PRICES Sessions & Programs LEGEND: All open sessions are indicated in white: Unavailable sessions are indicated in gray:

CAMP AGE SESSIONS FEE FULL DAY CAMPS AGE 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 Y MEMBER COMM. MEMBER Basketball 5-11 $265 $295 Camp Birkett 5-12 $280 $310 Camp Birkett LIT 12-14 $280 $310 Camp New Heights 5-12 $125 $125 Gymnastics 5-11 $265 $295 KidsQuest 8-11 $265 $295 Kidventure 5-8 $265 $295 Team Sports 8-11 $265 $295 MORNING CAMPS AGE 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 Y MEMBER COMM. MEMBER Basketball 5-11 $135 $155 Gymnastics 5-11 $135 $155 Whiz Kids 5-8 $135 $155 TEEN PROGRAMS AGE 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 Y MEMBER COMM. MEMBER Babysitter Certification 12-17 SEE PAGE 10 FOR SCHEDULING DETAILS $65 $85 Bizology 12-16 $75 $95 Digital Media Production 11-15 $210 $230 Teen C.A.M.P 12-15 $265 $295 YOUTH VOLUNTEER CORPS (YVC) AGE 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 Y MEMBER COMM. MEMBER Session of Service 11-17 $65 $85 Virtual Connections 11-17 $60 $80 OTHER AGE 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 Y MEMBER COMM. MEMBER Camp in a Box 5-10 $55 $75

MEMBERSHIP 2021 DAY CAMP AT THE Y SESSION DATES The Y is so much more – we’re a welcoming place Session 1: June 14 – 18 to connect and learn with others. A place to get an Session 2: June 21 – 25 extra boost of encouragement and motivation to Session 3: June 28 – July 2 lead a healthier lifestyle. An environment for kids Session 4: July 5 – 9 to grow and a supportive community in which to do so. Member Benefits: Session 5: July 12 – 16 Session 6: July 19 – 23 » Early online registration and discounted rates for day camps and Camp Al-Gon-Quian Session 7: July 26 – 30 Session 8: August 2 – 6 » Access to Family Pool, Lap Pool, Wellness Center, Gym, Indoor Track & more! » FREE fitness challenges to keep you motivated Session 9: August 9 – 13 » Early registration and discounted rates on classes, Session 10: August 16 – 20 child care and more Session 11: August 23 – 27 » Many free adult classes Session 12: August 30 – Sept. 3 ANN ARBOR YMCA Nonprofit 400 West Washington Street Organization Ann Arbor, MI 48103 U.S. Postage PAID Ann Arbor, MI Permit #449

CAMP AL-GON-QUIAN Are you ready for the full overnight camp experience? Camp Al-Gon-Quian (AGQ) is the Ann Arbor YMCA’s residential summer camp located on Burt Lake in Northern Michigan, a 3.5-hour drive north of the Ann Arbor YMCA. AGQ offers one and two-week sessions for all genders, gender expressions, gender identities, ages 8-16, as well as a Mini Camp, ages 6-9, and Leaders-in-Training programs (entering 10th or 11th grade). Camp Al-Gon-Quian, established in 1925, spans 160 acres and offers dozens of activities including sailing, woodshop, and outdoor education. Campers bunk in semi-rustic cabins with role model counselors who facilitate a transformative camp experience focused on youth development principles. Session 1: June 19 - June 26 Session 2: June 26 - July 10 Session 3: July 10 – July 24 For more information about Camp AGQ or how to Session 4: July 25 – August 8 register, visit annarborymca.org and click ‘Camp Al- Session 5: August 8 - August 15 Gon-Quian’ under the Camps and Child Care section. Session 6: August 15 - August 22 We hope to see your smiling faces on the shores of Mini Camp: August 15 - August 18 Burt Lake! Family Camp: August 24 - August 29