Day Camp – Chipmunks, Pathfinders & Pioneers
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All of our day camp programs are the alternative to large impersonal camps! Each program is geared towards helping the camper discover the natural surroundings and their inner strength. Chipmunks, Pathfinders & Pioneers thrive in our small-groups. They are encouraged to make friends, explore the environment and challenge themselves, all in a safe non– competitive, well-supported environment.
Your camper’s fun doesn’t have to end at 4:00 p.m. Overnight camp extends their day and expands their camp experience. We highly recommend overnight to anyone 10yrs and up, especially those who have experienced our day camp program.
Group Size Limit 10-12 per group
Format: Monday-Friday, 9:00 am – 4:00 pm
Location: Meet at W.E.U. Store in Southwick*
* Includes transportation as needed.*
General Day Camp Information
CHIPMUNKS
Day Camp Program 6-7 Year Olds
Based out of our Southwick camp location, Chipmunks will head out each day to explore the Greater Westfield area. Their field trips will lead them to parks, wooded areas, and streams where they will be able to get wet, dirty, and muddy as they play and work together in the out of doors. Chipmunks can expect to spend the week hiking, playing cooperative games, team building activities, swimming, climbing our high ropes course, stream hiking, snorkeling and more. Our professional wilderness leader staff, know just how to balance fun, excitement and education in their ‘outdoor classroom.’ In addition to a jam-packed week of safe outdoor activities, we provide 1+ group swimming lessons per week and a daily afternoon snack for our Chipmunks.
PRICES & AVAILABILTY
Session 2: July 9-13, 3: July 16-20, 5: July 30- Aug 3, 7: Aug 13-17, 8: Aug 20-24 - $279
PATHFINDERS
Day Camp Program 8-10 Year Olds
Pathfinders are sure to go home every day tired, dirty and spilling over with stories about their day at camp. Pathfinders are kept busy and are on the move to a new locale each day. Our staff pride themselves in their ability to keep each day, and each week at camp new, exciting and different than the last. Pathfinders activities could include, kayaking, canoeing, hiking, snorkeling, high and low challenge ropes course, stream hiking, group initiatives, cooperative games and challenges, primitive skills, biking, swimming and more! We keep our groups small by choice so that each child leaves the week having built lasting friendships with not only fellow campers but their staff as well!
PRICES & AVAILABILTY
Session 2: July 9-13, 3: July 16-20, 4: July 23-27, 5: July 30- Aug 3, 6: Aug 6-10, 7: Aug 13-17, 8: Aug 20-24 - $279
PIONEERS
Day Camp Program 11-13 Year Olds
The Pioneer program was designed for the older, experienced camper. Pioneers will work together to overcome some harder, more age-appropriate challenges. Goal-setting, as individuals and as a group, is an important focus during the week. Your young adventurer will go home every day at 4:00 wishing they were signed up for the overnight Explorer program! Activities could include, kayaking, canoeing, hiking, snorkeling, climbing our high ropes course, rock-climbing, orienteering, stream hiking, low rope initiatives, biking, cooperative games and challenges, primitive skills, fishing, swimming and more!
ALL Pioneer programs in 2012 will have a ‘One Night Overnight’ for the entire group. This will be a great way for kids to get a taste as to what our ‘Explorer’ Program is all about. You’ll drop them off Thursday at 9am, and will pick them up Friday at 4pm. The group will sleep in tents, cook their meals over an open fire and enjoy the magic of the woods at night time.
PRICES
Session 2: July 9-13, 4: July 23-27, Session 5: July 30- Aug 3, 6: Aug 6-10, (5 days with One Night Overnight) – $ 339
New Programs for 2012!
“Sunflowers”
Ages 4-5 9:00am – 12:00
Session 5: July 30- Aug 3 - $180
The younger we are when we begin to explore the world around us the more we will respect it. This half day program will be a great introduction to the out of doors for our youngest adventurers. In a small group setting the “Sunflowers” will stay at our Southwick base camp and will have the opportunity to make new friends, do environmentally based craft projects, play games, build self confidence and get a little bit dirty! Staff are experienced outdoor educators and preschool teachers. Please send your little one with a mid-morning snack!
SWIM CAMP
1:00pm – 4:00pm
Session 5: July 30- Aug 3 - $22
“Bootcamp or above swimming level required. You can schedule a swim evaluation at any time through the store 413-569-1287 to determine if swim camp is going to be a good match for your camper”
Mud, Sweat & Gears “Just Tri It” Ages 12-16
Session 4: July 23-27. – $289
Are you an active, enthusiastic individual who is looking to challenge yourself and have some fun? This week will serve as an introduction to the world of triathlons. Staffed by an All-American ranked triathlete and Team USA member the group will get an up close and experienced glimpse into just how fun, silly and exciting the world of triathlons can be. We’ll keep busy in both the pool and open water developing swim techniques, on bicycles learning proper form and racing strategies and on the trails making our legs good and tired. Participants should be comfortable and confident in the water. All abilities welcome as long as you are willing to challenge yourself and set some big goals!
Sunday July 29th
Our little triathletes will have a chance to put all the pieces together! Families and friends can come and support their athlete and then we’ll celebrate with a BBQ.
Approximate distance: Swim 200yds, Bike 4 Miles, Run 2 Miles
Details to follow.
Day Camp Equipment List
Confirmation Checklist
*2012 Summer Camp Registration Form*
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If a session is full, we are unable to over book. Waiting lists are available, however, we seldom have cancellations.
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Please contact Aubrey Cook, our assistant camp director if you have any questions or concerns regarding camp registration. 413-569-1287 – or drop an email at any time campweu@gmail.com