YMCA East
Preschool Summer Fun
Club Wannago
Sports Camp
Adventure Club
What your child will do at YDay Camps!
Anything from swimming and team sports to crafts and studying the environment. Most importantly, your child will be in a safe, friendly environment where the YMCAs core values of caring, honesty, respect and responsibility are an integral part of the curriculum.
Depend On Us
We choose our staff based on their experience and sensitivity to childrens needs. They will inspire your child and create opportunities for them to learn and explore the world around them.
Register Early
Camps are located throughout the greater Dane County. However, space is limited, so sign up soon! You do not have to be a YMCA member to register. A non-refundable, non-transferable deposit for each week of camp must be paid at registration. Full payment due two weeks prior to the start of camp. A $20 late fill will be charged if payment is late.
All Are Welcome at the YMCA
Every child should have the opportunity to attend camp. The YMCAs Financial Assistance program, supported in part through contributions to the Strong Kids Campaign, provides funds for those in need within our available resources. Complete details are available at all area YMCA branches.
YMCA of Dane County Mission
The YMCA of Dane County, Inc., is a not-for-profit organization responding to the needs of families in Dane County by providing quality programs which embody values that emphasize healthy lifestyles for the spirit, mind, and body.
First Friends
Ages 2-3
A class for 2 and 3 year olds to call their own! A variety of activities including art, stories, and music with plenty of time to play and socialize. Children must be 2 by March 1, 2003
East - Summer 1
M/W 3 62001 Age 2-3 9:00-11:30am
T/TH 3 62002 Age 2-3 9:00-11:30am
East - Summer 2
M/W 3 62003 Age 2-3 9:00-11:30am
T/TH 3 62004 Age 2-3 9:00-11:30am
M $90 P $150
Preschool Camp
Ages 3-5
Are you looking for fun summer activities for your preschooler? We have just the thing for you! Preschool Camp is a great opportunity to experience a variety of activities. Be sure to register early because space is limited. Scholarships available.
Sessions are 2 weeks M/W or T/Th.
9-11:30am 3 years old by 3/01/03.
June 9-20
Under the Sea
M/W 3 62005 M $ 60 P $100
T/TH 3 62006 M $ 60 P $100
June 23-July 3
Cooking Up Science
M/W 3 62007 M $ 60 P $100
T/TH 3 62008 M $ 60 P $100
July 7-18
Backyard Camping
M/W 3 62009 M $ 60 P $100
T/TH 3 62010 M $ 60 P $100
July 21-August 1
Preschool Sports
M/W 3 62011 M $ 60 P $100
T/TH 3 62012 M $ 60 P $100
August 4-15
Birds, Bugs & Other Creepy Crawlies
M/W 3 62013 M $ 60 P $100
T/TH 3 62014 M $ 60 P $100
1st — 6th Grade
Club Wannago is for children entering 1st grade through 6th grade (age limit 12). Taking place at different school settings, Club Wannago is an exciting summer day care experience. The majority of the days are spent in teacher-led groups of 10-15 children. Different activities include: active games, cooking, arts and crafts, creative dramatics, group challenges and much, much more revolving around a weekly theme. Field trips are included at no additional cost.
Hours 7:00am—5:45pm
| Sessions: | Themes: |
| June 9-13 | Silly Sports |
| June 16-20 | Underwater |
| June 23-27 | Time Travel |
| June 30-July 3 | Holiday Week |
| July 7-11 | Hidden Treasure |
| July 14-18 | Wild & Wacky Olympics |
| July 21-25 | Around the World |
| July 28-August 1 | Kozmic Koncoctions |
| August 4-8 | Nature’s Wild Adventure |
| August 11-15 | Carnival Craze |
| August 18-22 | Crazy Week |
Camp Fees
Eleven one week sessions running from June 9-August 22, 2003.
*No camp programs on July 4, 2003. *Sandhill program begins on June 16.
$50 registration fee per family.
1 week session fee:
Days/Wk
5 - M$135 P$150
4 - M$125 P$135
3 - M$100 P$110
Extra Day M$40 P$50
K — 5th Grade
Sports Camp Part Day program is for children ages 5-12. Through sport specific skills sessions, the Sports Camp Part Day program focuses on skill development, learning the rules of the game and actual play. All activities are focused on becoming more familiar with the sport, improving physical coordination and making new friends! During the camp we will divide the campers into grade specific.
Hours: 9:00am—11:00am
Fees:
M $26/week P $42/week
| Sessions: | Codes: | Themes: |
| June 9-13 | 3 41001 | Flag Football K-5 |
| June 16-20 | 3 41002 | Flag Football K-5 |
| June 23-27 | 3 41003 | Basketball K-5 |
| June 30-July 4 | No Camp This Week | |
| July 7-11 | 3 41004 | T-Ball/Coach Pitch K-5 |
| July 14-18 | 3 41005 | Basketball K-5 |
| July 21-25 | 3 41006 | Basketball K-5 |
| July 28-Aug 1 | 3 41007 | Basketball K-5 |
| August 4-8 | 3 41008 | Soccer K-5 |
| August 11-15 | 3 41009 | 'Y'ide World Sports K-5 |
| August 18-22 | 3 41010 | 'Y'ide World Sports K-5 |
Emphasis will be on learning passing, catching, blocking, kicking, and the rules of the game.
Week 3 - Basketball - Grade K-5
Basic skills and fundamental techniques of basketball. Dribbling, shooting, passing, defense, and rules of the game are taught.
Week 4 - T-Ball/Coach Pitch - Grade K-5
The basics of baseball which include throwing, catching, base running, and hitting with and without the use of a tee will be taught. The emphasis will be placed on skill development, teamwork and fun.
Adventure Club is constantly on the move exploring Madison and southern Wisconsin! Our program provides 11-14 year olds with all the valuable experiences of “summer camp” and the flexibility busy families need by providing week-by-week registration. Our counselors will help create a memorable summer that will encourage your youth to make friends and gain new experiences through action-packed days filled with field trips to water parks, museums, sporting events and more! Camp T-shirt provided. Participants bring own lunch daily. Drop-off and pick-up at YMCA site you registered with.
Contact the Youth & Teen Director for more information, 221-1574 x135.
Hours 7:45am—5:00pm
| Sessions: | Codes: | Themes: |
| June 9-13 | 3 69801 | Summer Palooza! |
| June 16-20 | 3 69802 | Wet-n-Wild Week |
| June 23-27 | 3 69803 | Sounds of Summer |
| June 30-July 3 | 3 69804 | Freak of Nature |
| July 7-11 | 3 69805 | Beat the Heat |
| July 14-18 | 3 69806 | Madtown Mania |
| July 21-25 | 3 69807 | Summer Daze |
| July 28-Aug. 1 | 3 69808 | Discover & Explore Galore |
| Aug. 4-8 | 3 69809 | Just Playin’ Around |
| Aug. 11-15 | 3 69810 | Dells Extravaganza |
| Aug. 18-22 | 3 69811 | Hall of Fame |
Fees
M $150 P $200
$50 registration fee per family. $20 per week deposit.
Start your summer off with nothing but fun in the sun! There’s no better way to kick-off the best season and celebrate the end of school than with a summer party all week long.
Week 2 - Wet-n-Wild Week
Keep the summer fun going with a splash! We’ll be splashin’, ridin’ and slidin’ at the area’s favorite water parks, pools and any other place where you can get wet! Must be a good swimmer to attend this week.
Week 3 - Sounds of Summer
All things loud and all things fun! We’ll be spending the week making all kinds of noise. The week’s activities may include bowling, a trip to Summerfest and taking in a Beloit Snappers game.
Week 4 - Freak of Nature
Discover the fun of the great outdoors. This week will keep you busy outside while exploring the world around you. Activities may include horseback riding, canoeing, hiking and more outdoor extravaganza! No program on July 4th.
Week 5 - Beat the Heat
Summer doesn’t just bring heat, it also brings tons of fun in the sun! There’s only one way to beat the heat and that is to keep busy having fun. This week we will keep our minds off the temperature by taking trips that are best enjoyed in the summer.