2010 Specialty Camps

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Arts and Humanities

Arts and Humanities

Traditionally known as places to learn how to swim or make a jump shot, YMCAs are rapidly becoming the places where kids and adults learn to paint, write, sing, dance or act. All Arts camps run from 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM with an extended care option. All camps include a recreational swim unless otherwise noted.

For more information, please contact Jeff Scott, 610/363--9622, x2254 or jeff.scott@umly.org

Build It, Paint It and Create It (6-12 years)
Explore the stimulating world of Art. If you love to draw, paint or doodle, then these camps are for you. Learn the fundamentals of design, light and color to create still life, portrait, figure, landscape design and more. Spend time working with a variety of media while learning about mass, shape relationships, elements of composition and color theory. Projects and activities are age appropriate within the camp. Please pack old clothing, as many projects include the use of paint. Every week is a different theme and different projects.

Boys & Girls (14075)
June 21-25 | June 28-July 2 | July 5-9 | July 12-16 | July 19-23 | July 26-30
August 2-6 | August 9-13 | August 16-20

Lights, Camera and Action (6 - 12 years)
Ham it up this summer! This two-week camp offers acting experience, choreography, and set design. Campers practice techniques that will enable them to become better performers in order to nail that all-important audition! Each session concludes with two performances. Both will occur during the second week of camp, one at 5:30pm on Thursday for parents and the other at 3:30pm on Friday for fellow campers. Each session will cover various genres, from fairy tales to musicals to plays. We will even tackle some Shakespeare!

Boys & Girls (14490)
June 21-July 2 | July 5-16 | July 19-30 | August 2-13

Nature

Nature Camps

All off-site nature camps run from 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM. No extended care option for nature camps. All Nature camps include a daily recreational swim unless otherwise noted.

Tracks and Trails (6-12 years)
Visit and explore the natural world. This camp is held at Marsh Creek State Park. Search for native critters, explore stream and lake habitats, learn about local birds, hike on trails, and participate in games and projects. There will be pool or water exploration each day. Each Camper will receive a backpack containing outdoor exploring supplies. The camp day runs from 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM. Drop off is at the park.

Boys & Girls (14851)
June 21-25 | July 5-9 | July 19-23 | August 2-6

Fishing (6-12 years)

Enjoy everyday outdoor fun at Marsh Creek State Park. Campers learn the basics of this lifelong sport including catching and releasing, casting, pole lining, reading the water and baiting. Camp also includes outdoor games and nature themed crafts. Rods, reels and stocked tackle boxes are included for first time campers. The camp day runs from 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM. Drop off is at the park. A recreational swim is included each day.

Boys & Girls (14241)
June 28-July 2 | July 12-16 | July 26-30 | August 9-13

Meet the counselors and see the camp Join us on Thursday June 10th @ 6pm at Marsh Creek State Park playground across from the pool. Marsh Creek State Park is located at 675 Park Road, Exton which is about 5 miles from the YMCA.

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Babysitting Camp (11-15 years)
Valuable information for mother’s helpers and babysitters. Campers spend half the day learning activities and games to do with infants, toddlers and older children. Also they will learn basic emergency care. The rest of the day will be spent taking the American Red Cross babysitting course. Each camper will receive an American Red Cross handbook and certification card.

Boys & Girls (14050)
June 21-25 | July 5-9 | July 19-23

YMCA Mission

To enrich our community by building a healthy Spirit, Mind and Body for all.