| Message from the Directors!
Summer camp 2010! Whether your child is
a new or veteran camper, they are sure to enjoy the
incredible summer we have planned for them. Register
now for tons of summer fun like you have never seen
before. Campers will enjoy an experience of a lifetime
because each week is designed to include a wide variety
of activities that are sure to keep your kids exploring,
learning, growing, and having fun all summer long! YMCA
Day Camp staff are experienced, well-trained individuals.
You can depend on YMCA Day Camps to always focus on
adventure and fun in a safe and caring environment!
See you this summer!
Accredited by the American Camping
Association!
 Why
an ACA-Accredited Camp? ACA Accreditation means that
the Newport County YMCA camp program has undergone a
thorough (up to 300 standards) review of its operation
- from staff qualifications and training to emergency
management. American Camp Association collaborates with
experts from the American Academy of Pediatrics, the
American Red Cross, and other youth-serving agencies
to assure that current practices at your child's camp
reflect the most up-to-date, research-based standards
in camp operation. Camps and ACA form a partnership
that promotes growth and fun in an environment committed
to safety.
Pointers for Parents: Help Finding
the Right Camp
According to the American Camp Association,
more than 11 million children attend camp each year.
Activities at day camps may include swimming, exciting
trips, surfing training, kayaking, arts and crafts,
fishing, street hockey, rock climbing, soccer, basketball,
volleyball, movies, family evenings and theme days.
There are many options for parents as
they choose a camp for their child. Determining when
children are ready to go to camp and finding the best
match can be a difficult decision for parents. How do
you know when your child is ready to go to camp and
how do you find the best match?
Camping experts from the Newport County
YMCA offers the following helpful tips to help parents
choose the best camping experience for their child:
- Know your options. When looking for a camp,
parents should start with the American Camp Association
(ACA), which accredits camps across the country to
ensure they meet the highest standards.
- Know your budget. Remember, camp does not
have to be expensive. Camps are available for every
price range, and YMCA camps offer scholarship assistance.
- Know your wants. Families should consider
what they want for their child from the camp experience,
e.g. a fun vacation from school or a chance to build
new skills. YMCA camps vary, with some highly structured
and others offering kids greater flexibility in setting
schedules.
- Know the camp. Review camp brochures or Web
sites. Call to ask staff questions about activities,
policies and special needs for your child. Seek references
from other families whose children have attended the
camps you are considering.
- Know your child’s wants. Don’t
forget to include your child in the decision-making
process. Visit the YMCA camp with your child and take
a tour together before making a final decision.
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