Totally Two's

Half Day/2 or 3 Mornings Totally Two’s is for the active and curious 2 ½ year old. Taught by preschool teachers, Totally Two’s offers the total camp experience! Activities include arts and crafts, nature exploration, cooking, science experiments, movement activities and outdoor play. Choose from two-day or three-day per week options. Totally Two’s meets on the second floor of the mansion in the preschool from 9:15am-12pm. For information, contact Laura Conroy at 610-647-9622 x2124 or laura.conroy@umly.org.

2 mornings (04521) | 3 Mornings (04520)
June 14-18 | 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

Kindercamp

Full Day or Half Day Calling all Kindercampers! Join us for a summer of swimming, crafts, games, nature exploration and swim lessons taught by YMCA aquatic instructors. Make new friends, learn through activities and have fun during each theme-related session. Children are grouped age appropriately. All group requests must be made by contacting, Karen Murphy at 610-647-9622, x2500 or email at karen.murphy@umly.org at least two week prior to the start of the session. Our Kindercamp offers convenient full- and half-day options for every schedule. Campers must be toilet trained to attend the full day camp. Full Day camp is for children 4 to 5 years of age.

2 Mornings (04518) | 3 Mornings (04517)
June 14-18 | 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

5 Mornings (04515) | 5 Full Days (04505)
June 1-June 4 | June 7-11 | June 14-18 | 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

New this year! You asked for it. Camps can now be purchased in one week units.

Environmental Education Camps

For more than ten years, our Environmental Education Center has been providing programs that connect our community with nature and instill an appreciation and understanding of our natural world. Our programs are led by a staff of professional naturalists, teachers, and certified instructors.

Nature Safari Camp (4-7 years)

Children experience nature firsthand through shaded woodland and wetland walks, nature craft projects, games, stories, and an up-close looks at the Environmental Education Center’s animals.

Half Day Mornings (14600)
June 1-June 4 | June 14-18 | 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

Afternoons (14601)
July 5-9 | July 12-16 | July 19-23

Tracks & Trails (7-10 years)

Summer is the time to test bullfrog catching skills, search for salamanders on a woodland hike, and walk through the creek with nets in hand! This is the YMCA’s all day nature camp, where campers participate in nature games, arts and crafts, stories, and daily hikes through our woods and wetlands. This eco-experience opens the door of discovery to the natural world.

Full Day (14851)
June 14-18 | 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

Jr. Wildlife Explorer Academy (7-9 years)

Beginner Level This program allows the younger explorer to trek out on field trips to some of our region’s parks, forests, and preserves. These field trips will be in close vicinity to the YMCA and will be light hikes on well-worn paths, rain or shine. Days one and five will be spent at the YMCA. A daily recreational swim is included.

Week of July 5: Ridley Creek State Park, St. Peter’s Village, Tyler Arboretum
Week of August 9: Ridley Creek State Park, John Heinz Nat’l Wildlife Refuge, Warwick Park
Please note that field trips are subject to change.

Wildlife Explorer Academy (10-13 years)

Beginner/Intermediate Levele Our staff naturalists lead hikes to mountain peaks, tidal salt marshes, towering oak forests, and through cool running streams. Participants take day trips to regional state forests, parks and/or preserves to prepare for the culmination of the outdoor adventure experience, an overnight camping trip at Hickory Run State Park! Participants will undergo rigorous physical activity for extended periods of time, rain or shine!

Week of June 21: Hibernia State Park, Hawk Mountain, White Clay Creek, Hickory Run State Park
Week of July 12: Nolde Forest, The Wetland’s Institute, St. Peter’s Village, Hickory Run State Park

Fishing Academy 101 (9-12 years)

Beginner Level Learn the basics from Mike Mostello, our certified fishing instructor. In addition to taking home a brand new rod, reel, and tackle box, your young anglers will learn casting, pole lining, water reading, baiting, equipment maintenance and repair, and fish retrieval and release. This 4-day Academy includes daily trips to local ponds, creeks, lakes, and/or reservoirs and meets on the following weeks:

Tuesday, July 6 – Friday, July 9 | Monday, July 19 – Thursday, July 22
Monday, August 2 – Thursday, August 5
Times: 7:00 AM – 2:00 PM*

*If you need to have your child stay later than 2:00 PM, a 5-day option is available. Please contact Karen Murphy (610/647-9622, x2500). We will work with you to better accommodate your needs.

Advanced Fishing Academy (10-14 years)

Intermediate Level Prerequisite: Fishing Camp, Fishing Academy 101, or similar experience with approval from the Environmental Education Coordinator Jean Zimmerman, x2408. Use the skills learned in Fishing 101 for more challenging fishing fun. Young anglers spend most of their time fishing at local ponds, creeks, lakes, and/or reservoirs with our certified fishing instructor. Participants will receive new fishing equipment. Program led by Mike Mostello and his staff.

Monday, June 21 – Thursday, June 24 | Tuesday, July 13 – Friday, July 16
Monday, July 26– Thursday, July 29*
Times: 7:00 AM – 2:00 PM*

*If you need to have your child stay later than 2:00 PM, a 5-day option is available. Please contact Karen Murphy (610/647-9622, x2500). We will work with you to better accommodate your needs.

Eco-Adventure Academy (11-14 years)

Beginner/Intermediate Level Come experience the thrills of the great outdoors with our environmental education staff. From rock climbing and zip lining to kayaking and canoeing this academy teaches outdoor recreation skills. Day trips to regional state forests, parks, and outdoor recreation facilities are on the schedule rain or shine. Activities include river canoeing, kayaking, white water rafting, geocaching, rock climbing, and/or zip lining. Some field trips may require participants to arrive early and depart later than camp hours. This truly is a hands-on feet wet experience.

Tuesday, July 6* – Saturday, July 10
Marsh Creek, Northbrook Canoe, PRG, white water rafting, geocaching and/or ziplining

Monday, July 19 – Friday, July 23;
Marsh Creek, Northbrook Canoe, NJ Kayak, PRG, geocaching and/or ziplining

Marine Ecology (12-15 years)

Beginner/Intermediate Level Explore the natural wonders of New Jersey’s Barnegat Bay in cooperation with the Sedge Island Natural Resource Education Center. Come discover the delicate nature of the marine environment through fun activities including marsh walks, fishing, crabbing, clamming and kayaking. Learn to identify some marine life and sea birds. Marine Ecology participants will be staying at Sedge House, a renovated duck-hunting cottage on Sedge Island, equipped with a common room, 7 bunkrooms, a full kitchen, and dining room. On Monday participants will spend the day exploring the Marine Mammal Stranding Center in Brigantine. Then our adventurers will set out for Sedge Island where they will spend four evenings at Sedge House.

Monday, July 26 – Friday July 30

Maine Wilderness Adventure (13-18 years)

Beginner/Intermediate Level Come discover the rugged coast and scenic wilderness of Maine with this trip to Acadia National Park! Our naturalist staff will lead this program to explore, hike, and study the unique wildlife and ecosystems found throughout this cluster of islands on the Maine coast. While surrounded by the ocean, Acadia hosts a wide variety of freshwater, estuarine, forest, and intertidal ecosystems, many of which contain plant and animal species of international, national and state significance. Through hands-on activities in forests, bogs, and on beaches, students will learn to identify and observe the diverse flora and fauna in this scenic national park. Wildlife that may be spotted throughout the program include moose, black bear, white-tailed deer, seals, whales, common loon, bald eagle, northern woodland warblers, and more. This program is based from campground cabins, that include hot and cold running water, electricity, and full baths. All meals will be provided for throughout the program. Students will be transported from the YMCA to Maine and back. Transportation expenses included.

Saturday, August 6 – Saturday, August 14

Glacier National Park, Montana (14 – 20 years)

The magnificent and rugged northern Rockies await you. For 100 years, this has been the crown jewel of the national park system, with its pristine forests, alpine meadows, rugged mountains, and spectacular lakes.

• Highlights of the program include two-day overnight rafting trip on the Middle Fork Flathead River, hiking to the Grinnell Glacier, Iceberg Lake, and exploring the park’s diverse ecosystems and wildlife.
• Base camp is at the Glacier Rafting Company that features a two-story lodge with hot and cold running water, electricity, full kitchen, and full baths.
• All meals will be provided for throughout the program. Ground transportation in Montana is included.
• Air transportation to Kalispell, Montana is NOT included.
• YESC staff will greet participants at the Kalispell airport and see them off on their return home.
• For information about flight times and travel days, contact our YESC staff.

Saturday, June 26 – Sunday, July 4

Sports Camps

Our summer sports programming goes beyond teaching tactics and skills by weaving in important fitness and character development concepts. The programs are game planned to promote fun, improve skills and learn fair play.

General Sports

All Sports ( 6- 12 years)

This traditional YMCA camp is for those who eat and sleep sports. Each action-packed week includes sports-themed activities. Campers are placed in age appropriate groups to learn and play sports such as baseball, basketball, soccer, flag football, and more.

Mornings (14020) | Afternoons (14021)
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

Full Day (14022)
June 1-June 4 | June 7-11 | June 14-18June 21-25 | June 28-July 2 | July 5-9 | July 12-16 | July 19-23 |
July 26-30 | August 2-6 | August 9-13

ImmaculatA University Baseball (7-15 years)

This camp teaches the fundamentals of the game through lectures, drills and games. During the week, all areas of the game including hitting, pitching, defense, base running, conditioning and rules will be covered. Campers get outstanding one-on-one instruction coupled with lots of enthusiastic, positive encouragement. Special guests and a free t-shirt.

Ages 7-11 9:00 AM - Noon
Ages 12-15  5:00 PM – 7:00 PM        
July 19 to July 23   

UMLY Soccer Camp (7-15 years)

Our soccer camp teaches the fundamentals from shooting and dribbling to the tactics of the game. The coaching staff includes current high school coaches along with local college and high school players. The camp week concludes with skills competitions and awards. Each camper gets a soccer ball and camp t-shirt.

Ages 7-11 9:00 AM - noon
Ages 12-15 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
July 26 to July 30

UMLY Street Hockey Camp (9-12 years)

Floor hockey camp covers the fundamentals of hockey through drills, games and practices. From scoring a goal to saving a goal will help improve basic skills. The UMLY coaching staff includes former players and teachers. The camp week concludes with skills competitions and awards. Each camper gets a soccer ball and camp t-shirt.

Ages 9-12 9:00 - Noon
August 2 to August 6

Philadelphia Eagles Youth Football Camps (6-14 years)

Non-contact football skills are led by professional eEducators, college coaches and Philadelphia Eagles Heroes like Gary Cobb, Frank LeMaster, Vince Papale, Joe Pisarcik, Pete Retzlaff and many more. For More Information, Call 888-226-9919 or visit www.EaglesCamps.Com

• Learn to run, throw, catch, defend and compete the Philadelphia Eagles way!
• Our age-appropriate, station-based curriculum delivers results to both experienced players and newcomers to the game.
• All programs provide non-contact football instruction, athletic skill development and fitness training.
• With patience and encouragement, kids gain confidence, develop skills and have fun!

June 28 - July 2 Times: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Philadelphia 76ers Basketball (7- 13 years) | Little Sixers Basketball ( 5-7 years)

For more Information and to register go to SixersCamps.com, or call 610-668-7676.

Little Sixers Camp
June 21 – June 25 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

76ers Basketball Camp
June 21 - June 25 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Lifetime Sports: Tennis/Golf

Tiny Tennis/Golf (4-6 years)

Kids learn the basics of tennis and golf using age-appropriate equipment and activities so they experience immediate success. All equipment is provided.

1 Week/Full Day (14820)
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

Tiny Tennis Camp (4 - 6 years)

A great camp for first time players! This camp gives our youngest tennis enthusiasts an opportunity to learn the basics of the game while having tons of fun. Using USTA’s proven Quickstart program, with a ten foot mini-net, easy to hit low compression balls and on court aids, our staff will make each day full of fun filled successes. Our staff will introduce progressions and review basic techniques for both forehand and backhand ground strokes and volleys. Regular Session Mornings Boys & Girls (14830) Regular Session Afternoons Boys & Girls (14831) Full Member $177.00 Program Member $209.00

Mornings (14830)
June 7-11 | June 14-18 | 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

Afternoons (14831)
June 21-25 | June 28-July 2 | July 26-30 | August 2-6

Tennis Camp (7-12 years)

A great camp for beginners and intermediate level players! This camp gives our tennis enthusiasts an opportunity to learn the basics of the game while having tons of fun. Our staff will introduce progressions and review the basic technique for all strokes. Using a variety of drills and fun games, the players will improve their tennis skills each day of camp.

Mornings (14641)
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

Afternoons (14642)
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

Full Day (14640)
June 14-18 | 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

Tennis Academy
Jr. Tennis Academy
Elite Tennis Academy

This program is designed for the tennis player looking for serious fun but in a competitive atmosphere. Our certified pros will continue to teach fundamental tennis skills and strategies appropriate for each player’s ability while reinforcing correct technique. Using a variety of fed and live ball drills as well as a progressive choice of games, players will develop the skills required to compete in live matches as well as participate in our Junior teams throughout the summer.

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 16-21

Golf Academy (7 to 18 years)

Certified professionals blend of instruction and course work to progress the young golfer to a higher level of play
Instruction Students learn to master the short game, putting, chipping, pitching, sand play, rules and etiquette. Our certified professionals will guide the golfer from the tee box to the hole working on form and finesse. Stroke production and shot selection will be covered as well. Play different local courses each day.
Course tudents will experience supervised course play, daily range instruction, complimentary lunch and beverages, and mental preparation. All of this instruction in a safe, healthy and FUN learning environment.

9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
June 28 to July 2 | July 29 to July 23 | August 9 to August 13

AQUATICS

Camp Plus Swim

Add swimming to your child’s Camp day! Plus swim lessons allow children involved in Camp and Academy programs to get swim lessons (or additional swim lessons) 5 days per week.The lessons are up to half the price of general group lessons and are only offered to Camp and Academy program participants. For more information please contact Trisha Wilson, 610/647-9622, x2504.

Pike, Eel, Ray and Starfish
1:00 PM -1:30 PM and 1:30 PM -2:00 PM

Polliwog Guppy and Minnow
2:00 PM - 2:45 PM

Fish, Flying Fish, and Shark
2:45 PM -3:30PM

Aquatics Adventure - Overnite Canoe Trip

Participants get the opportunity to explore fun Aquatic Activities other than swim lessons and competitive swimming. This two day, one night river trip will expand canoing skills by learning to navigate up to class two rapids in an open canoe. Participants will also learn leave no trace camping and basic wilderness survival skills.

June 28-July 2