Camp Menogyn Information Guide Summer 2021 www.campmenogyn.org Summer Mailing Address: YMCA Camp Menogyn 55 Menogyn Trail Grand Marais, MN 55604 Camp Phone: 218-388-4497 E-mail: [email protected] Customer Service Center: 612-822-2267 WELCOME TO MENOGYN! Whether this is your child’s first or fourth summer traveling to the Northwoods with us, they are about to start a great adventure. For 99 years, the Menogyn experience has been a positive force in many lives. The challenge, beauty, and fun of small group wilderness travel is as relevant for youth today as it was when Menogyn started back in 1922. The name, Menogyn, is meant to signify “full of growth.” On all our adventures, an atmosphere of personal growth is promoted, cultivated, and reflected upon. This is the reason Menogyn has deeply touched so many individuals and fostered so many long-lasting relationships. We look forward to helping your child create lifelong skills and friendships. The Menogyn Vision: · To provide transformational experiences in a wilderness setting emphasizing personal growth, quality and relationships. · To promote the core values of the YMCA: Honesty, Caring, Respect, and Responsibility. We look forward to seeing you up at Menogyn! Meghan Cosgrove Emily Ten Eyck Executive Director Program Director (612) 371-8705 (763) 230-9310 www.campmenogyn.org *Virtual* New Camper Orientation For campers who are new to Menogyn to ask questions, see examples of gear, etc. For those who are familiar with Menogyn and want to introduce a friend to camp! Join us Monday, April 26th from 7:00-8:00 pm [REGISTER HERE] PLEASE KEEP THIS BOOK HANDY UNTIL YOUR CAMPER RETURNS FROM CAMP! -2- Contents I. Code of the Community ............................................................................................................. 5 Bullying Policy ........................................................................................................................ 5 Behavior Expectations ............................................................................................................. 5 II. Menogyn Programs and Progression ........................................................................................... 6 The Progression ...................................................................................................................... 6 Group Size and Structure ......................................................................................................... 6 Guides – Role Models to Learn amd Grow With ............................................................................ 6 The Trips ............................................................................................................................... 6 6- and 13-Day Trips ......................................................................................................... 6 20-Day Trips ................................................................................................................... 7 Nor’westers & Long Trips - The Pinnacle Adventures ............................................................. 7 Additional Opportunities ........................................................................................................... 8 Mother/Child Wilderness Canoeing Adventures ..................................................................... 8 Fall, Winter & Spring Programming – Youth Camp, Family Camp and Retreats .......................... 8 Adult Canoe Trips ............................................................................................................ 8 III. Preparing for Summer Camp .................................................................................................... 9 Camp Fees ............................................................................................................................. 9 Out of Town Participants .......................................................................................................... 9 Passport or Passport Card ........................................................................................................ 9 Packing ................................................................................................................................. 9 Layering ......................................................................................................................... 9 The Big 3 ....................................................................................................................... 9 Lost and Found ..................................................................................................................... 10 IV. Transportation ...................................................................................................................... 11 Parent Drop Off-Pick Up ......................................................................................................... 11 Directions to Menogyn ........................................................................................................... 11 Visiting Camp, Accommodations, and the Area .......................................................................... 11 Bus Transportation ................................................................................................................ 11 Bus Schedule ....................................................................................................................... 11 Twin Cities Pick-Up and/or Drop-Off......................................................................................... 11 Duluth Pick-Up and/or Drop-Off .............................................................................................. 12 Bus Lunch ............................................................................................................................ 12 Bus Safety ........................................................................................................................... 12 Pick-up and Drop-off Safety at YMCA Camp Menogyn ................................................................. 12 V. Camp Life at Menogyn ............................................................................................................ 13 Basic Trip Schedules .............................................................................................................. 13 Pre-Trail In Camp ................................................................................................................. 13 Planning ....................................................................................................................... 13 The “Menogyn Shuffle” ................................................................................................... 13 Food ............................................................................................................................ 14 On Trail ............................................................................................................................... 14 Equipment .................................................................................................................... 14 Skills ........................................................................................................................... 14 Food ............................................................................................................................ 14 Post-Trip In Camp ................................................................................................................. 14 The “Welcome” ............................................................................................................. 14 The “Menogyn Shuffle” ................................................................................................... 14 -3- Banquet ....................................................................................................................... 15 Closing Campfire ........................................................................................................... 15 Nor’wester and Long Trip Welcomes ................................................................................. 15 VI. Health and Wellness .............................................................................................................. 16 Health & Safety .................................................................................................................... 16 Risk Management ................................................................................................................. 16 Medication ........................................................................................................................... 17 VII. Communication ................................................................................................................... 18 Sending Mail to Your Camper .................................................................................................. 18 Menogyn Photo Gallery .......................................................................................................... 18 Contacting the Customer Service Center .................................................................................. 18 Contacting Camp .................................................................................................................. 18 Appendix: Canoeing Trip Packing List ............................................................................................ 19 Appendix: Backpacking