Quick Links: 2008 Summer Camp Application (PDF)
Parent-Child Programs
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| During our first week of camp, we now offer
this special introductory camping program for 5- and 6-year olds. The
3-day/2-night experience provides the opportunity for these young campers to
enjoy camp with Mom or Dad in preparation for a future solo camping
experience.
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Traditional Programs |
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| Our traditional camping programs, the Pioneers (one-week sessions for ages 7 to 15) and the Mountaineers (two-week sessions for ages 7 to 15) follow a standard daily format and offer something for everyone. |
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Adventure Programs |
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| Our adventure programs, Jr. Adventure (two-week sessions for ages 9 - 10) and Adventure (two-week sessions for ages 11 - 15), combine elements of the traditional camping program with alternate weeks of adventure activities (backpacking, mountain biking, rock climbing, whitewater, caving, fishing, etc.). |
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The Outback
| The Outback (two-week sessions) is designed to challenge the older campers (ages 14 to 16+) through a series of activities that incorporate challenge and team work. The program is designed to give older campers the opportunity for input into what their camp experience will be. They live in their own area of camp and prepare two of their own meals each day. Campers help plan their own schedule which generally consists of a week-long backpacking, a canoeing or whitewater rafting trip, a day of rock climbing and community service projects. |
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Trailblazers
| This travel camping program takes our oldest campers (ages 14 to 18) to some very special places. Summer 2006 trips will include: Monk's Ultimate Adventure - a two-week fun-packed trip based on an old Camp Greenville tradition - taking in the some of the best that the southern Appalachian's (Tennessee, North Carolina and West Virginia) for touring, climbing, caving, rafting, canoeing and gem mining; the Appalachian Trail Hiker - picking up where last years group left off in Virginia, this years group will continue Camp Greenville's trek along the AT; and ultimately, if you can put a group of at least 6 friends together we can create a customized trip for that will include all elements of the YMCA mission for spirit, mind and body! |
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Service Corps (formerly the Volunteer Program)
| Campers who have completed at least the 9th grade and are enrolled in a camp session may choose to add to their camp experience by being a member of the Service Corps and assisting in one of our support areas. This unique program gives students the opportunity to give back to camp through a service learning experience. Through placements in maintenance, the horse barn, dining hall, and nature center, these participants find the time to work and play. |
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Leadership Development
| This three-week program is open to students who have completed at least their sophomore year in high school. There
are two different program formats: Counselor-In-Training (CIT) and
Wilderness-Counselor-Institute (WCI). A special application process and
interview are required and space is very limited. In the CIT program, the first week consists of an intensive training program on areas such as program planning and development, child development, vespers, child abuse recognition, behavior management, teamwork, and more. During the second and third weeks, CIT’s are placed in cabins to get a “hands on” experience and to assist the counselors. The WCI program includes lifeguard training and wilderness first aid, in addition to the trainings that are offered as part of the regular CIT program. Participants in this program are practice their leadership abilities through a combination of working with a cabin group and "in the field" with one of our adventure programs. |
Sessions
Session dates, times and availability; downloadable Summer Camp Application
available in late October.
Employment
| Think you like to be a camp counselor for the summer? What do we look for? And how do you apply? You'll get most of your questions answered here. |
