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Home My WebLink AboutM-88-065804 12 �rej AW"C"W" >I�acel'en ?uf.-Lu�n.� f litt,t•fla.,, r.,f 1u:. 1• ,,. �lodrt Ghe+ �uh•l.,uncd s 24 - V ti � • V V • � H.t - 1 � • 4^4 '.:' II: CS CRIME PREVENTION PROGRAM of the City of Miami "TRAIN UP A CHILD IN THE WAY HE SHOULD GO; AND WHEN HE IS OLD, HE WILL NOT DEPART FROM IT. PROVERBS 22o6. The idea of rewarding underpriviledged children who excel in school and community activities first originated in 1981 with the Overtown Cri-me Prevention Sub -council and the Aia:ni Police Os=nA rf mPTl 1- L The Overtown Crime Prevention Send -A -Kid to Camp program is an inovative approach to crime prevention for the youths of Overtown. all of our past participants in the summer camp program benefited tremendously from the experience. They returned to their communities with a great sense of pride and self-estaam. Unfortunately, last summer we were not able to send any kids to camp. This left a void in the lives of a lot of Overtown youths who were looking forward to going to camp. This year we would like to continue in the tradition of character building by sending at least 25 yoLztils to camp at a cost of $380.00 per child. No other donated monies go to a more worthier cause with such lasting positive results. Thanking you in advance. Sincerely, Mrs. Ann -Maria Adker, Chairperson Overtown Sub -Council 4UO N.W. L Ave. Miami, Fla. 33128 Fto 'r-1 and 98-f SS - -- __�,�'=.`' � ' • ..-� ._ ---ram _- �,__..__ - -s�`lit ar a• CAMP McCONNELL HISTORY: Camp ` McConnell is owned and operated by the •; _ +~ �' YMCA of the Palm Beaches. The camp was founded in 1967 when the YMCA purchased • , ..� ? the former Briarcliff Country Club. Since �! • " . r �`i.' those early years Camp McConnell has �. "�vt• +: `� grown dramatically and has seen many improvements and additions to facilities and .• �� program. ',.� - i;�� •�" Camp McConnell is named in honor of the late David Hall McConnell whose dedication -(a4;CAW, (r. •; to American ideals and rugged individualism stand tall as a model for us all. His unselfish %s�.•,.agt=;'-' support of the YMCA and similar organiza- ,.,,f.• �•,•� �.- r` � bons shall not be forgotten. � ✓ •:• r .. • . � ' �.�,,,� �_T •, �' '� 1. ''..- .:• _ .. ti ' �► �' `i '•' i. J� i � fir~' �d 7.•.,,}} 4 ' 1n. yr / I f �w ?S.�% liY� r• '.• y ��. / SS-65 h k • I i PURPOSE TO provide campers with a positive, fun, wholesome camping experience. TO provide an environment that encourages and supports campers in understanding per- sonal values. TO provide for the health and safety of every camper and to provide an atmosphere that raises campers consciousness of their physi- cal, spiritual, and mental wellness. TO encourage in campers the development of a sense of patriotism and to help them under- stand the principles of -liberty, duty, and equality that are their national heritage. TO provide each camper an experience in democratic living, to promote a spirit of love, tolerance, and understanding. TO encourage the development of leadership skills. TO develop social, athletic and recreational skills. TO encourage an appreciation of nature and the environment. v PROGRAM at Camp McConnell is more than list of acttvities or events. It is "the experience that lasts a lifetime", SUMMER CAMP! At Camp McConnell, campers have the opportunity to participate in a variety of structured activities. Almost every camper wants to spend some time at the waterfront in CANOEING. The pool for SWIMMING Gasses or recreational swims is, also, a busy active center. Water -minded campers might also take part in SPRINGBOARD DIVING. For those with athletic in- terests, the SOCCER, BASEBALL, TENNIS, or BAS- KETBALL areas may be the place to be; or mn.ybe, the camper prefers GYMNASTICS or AEROBICS. And, what would camp be without a NATURE STUDY AND PIONEERING program? Important, too, is the project for Mom and Dad from ARTS & CRAFTS. Then there's Camp McConnell's most popular program. HORSEBACK RIDING Wait, there's more! RIFLERY for older campers or BS gun for younger ones; and, not to forget ARCHERY, or NEWSPAPER, or WEIGHT TRAINING. You can add to these instructed activities, free time and Cabin's Choice activities like VOLLEYBALL. HIKING, FISHING, PING PONG, SOFTBALL, COOKOUTS, to name a few. Then there are those special days like SADIE HAWKINS FIELD DAY with WATERMELON EATING CONTEST, SWIM RACES, GREASED PIG CHASES, RELAYS, and, to end the day, the GREAT TUG-O-WAR over the gooey mud of the camp's infamous "Das Pit". And, for evening programs, CAMPFIRES, HAYRIDES, the CAMP CARNIVAL, the GONG SHOW, EVENING SWIMS, CAMPER/COUNSELOR HUNT, SCAVENGER HUNTS, MOVIES, DANCES and much, much more. Each two week session features 2 out -of -camp trips. Trips vary between sessions. However, some of the trips we'll take are JUNIPER SPRINGS, PAYNES PRAIRIE WILDLIFE PRESERVE, MANATEE SPRINGS, THE JACKSONVILLE ZOO, and many others. SESSION IV is our 3-week SUPER SESSION and fea- tures special programs and trips including trips to WILD WATERS and TUBING DOWN THE ICHETUCKNEE RIVER, an OVERNIGHT CAMPOUT at BLUE SPRINGS and more. 13 13-6J8 r- BOYS AND GIRLS may enroll in camp. Campers are assigned to cabin units on the basis of age. Camp Is also divided, for purposes of program- ming, Into JUNIOR CAMP ages 7 to 12, and SENIOR CAMP ages 13 to 15. Junior Camp Is tailored to the younger camper's need for close super- vlslon and organized recreation. Senior Campers are given greater freedom to set their own camping objec- tives and to give leadership in certain areas of camp life. Camp McConnell takes great pride in Its LEADER IN TRAINING (LIT) program for youth 15 and 16 years of age. The LIT program Is a vital aspect of Camp McConnell's commitment to leadership development. Unlike most similar programs, participation in McConnell's UT program Is by invitation only and with no cost to the participant. Ail prospective UTs must be former McConnell campers recommended by their counselors and the Camp Director. Once sRJerted, ! n's par!icipatc !n a 5-wes;c program of on- dw job training as a volunteer assistant In one of our younger camper cabins. There is also classroom and conference work Many LITs go on to join our paid staff In subsequent years. HORSEBACK RIDING Is one of the camp's most popular activities. It is an optional program for which there is a fee of = per week. Campers may sign up for as many or as few weeks of classes as they desire p.e., z camper attending camp for three weeks may sign up for 0,1,2, or 3 weeks of riding). Each week consists of 5 lessons, including trail rides. Western style riding Is taught with emphasis on fundamentals and safety. Enrollment is limited and early registra- tion is suggested. CAMP STORE is an option available to all campers at a fee of $10 per week. The store is open evenings after supper and sells snacks, sodas, simple crafts, Ice cream, camp paraphernalia, and emergency basics (toothpaste. shampoo, etc.). Campers may purchase camp store privileges for 1 to 10 weeks; however, all purchases must be in increments of $10 per week, 88-F5H YMCA Camp McConnell is committed to ex- cellence in camping. Camp McConnell is ac- credited through the YMCA of the USA's Na- tional Camping Standards program. This ac- creditation requires annual affirmation of ad- herence to 151 standards of performance cover- ing such topics as: safety, health, personnel, ad- ministration, facilities, transportation, etc. Camp McConnell is committed to excellence through community support and volunteer leadership. The camp's Board of Directors oversees and sets the direction of camp opera- tions. These volunteers enlist from the ranks of community leaders, camper parents, and program participants. They serve for no reason but their interest in youth and dedication to quality camping. Camp McConnell is committed to excellence through staff leadership. Our camp Director, Bill Dover, is Florida's senior YMCA Camp Direc- tor, now in his 11th season at Camp McConnell. He is supported by a staff of care- fully chosen leaders, many of whom have come up through the ranks of the camp's leadership development program. Camp McConnell is committed to excellence in camper care. The camp doctor, a pediatrician located in nearby Gainesville, has been affiliated with us since 1973. A nurse is on staff and in residence on a 24 hour a day basis each summer. Camp McConnell is committed to excellence in programming. Using YMCA program materials on values and lifestyles, we seek to en- hance the campers' experience through a bet- ter understanding of the Issues of values, well- ness, and social adjustment. THIS SUMMER, Vv ,7 NS__ 5S it iY NOT THE BEST? Camp McConnell's FACILITIES provide for ex- cellence in a camping experience. Camp McConnell spans 260 acres of North Florida hardwood forest and meadowland. The eastern boundary runs along the banks of George's Lake, an 80 acre fishing lake. To the north, south, and West lie rural Florida farmland and Paynes Prairie State Preserve. Hiking paths and horseback trails Criss-cross the camp, weaving their way across woodland and marsh, beneath ancient stands of oak, black - gum, hickory, and pine. Well kept, well ventilated cabins and dormitory style housing provide for comfortable living. Meals served by the food service staff are prepared in the camp's clean, modern commer- cial kitchen. The dining/recreation hall will seat up to 200 at a meal. The camp infirmary is well equipped and conveniently located in the main area of camp. There is an on -site laundry providing laundry service to campers staying for 2 or more weeks of camp. The camp's lakeside chapel provides a beauti- ful setting for non- sectarian services and mo- ments of reflection. Recreational opportunities are many and varied, enough to bring a gleam to the eye of the most active of campers and keep him busy for weeks. Facilities include our olympic-sized swimming pool with diving well and one and three meter boards, tennis courts, arts & crafts center, canoe outpost, stables & riding ring, rifle, BB, and archery ranges, baseball and soc- cer fields, basketball court, weight room, wl4er- ness out -camp, volleyball area, ping pong room, and much more. 61 SUN Sess;cn 1..12 vjks;..'une 12 tc 25 Sess Sess cn 2.-(2 wKs)..-'une 25--u:y 9 Sess Gem ,=n : .'i wkj...�ul/ :C 15 Ay 9 Cac:;pn a,.;3 wks) ._uly 1^-=u� 5 Sess ;2 wks) .emu s� �� 20 Sess Sesslcn 5.. �u 10 NOTES: Session 4 is SUPER SESSION with special trips and programs (see program descrlptlon). Ses- sions begin and end on the dates above, there is no credit for late arrivals or early departures. BASIC FEES Non - Member Member 1 Week Session $220 $230 2 Week Session $380 $390 3 Wk. Session/Combination 5545 $565 4 Week Combination $700 $720 5 Week Combination $850 $875 6 Week Combination $1020 $1050 8 Week Combination $1360 $1400 10 Week Com_�ination $1700 $1750 NOTES: 1) MasterCard and Visa accepted. 2) Basic Fees cover all normal camp expenses. This includes insurance, camp trips, and laundry for campers stay- ir+1, twc c, mcr3 weeks. OPTIONAL ACTIVITIES & SERVICES Horseback Riding....................................$35 per week Camp Store..............................................$10 per week Camper Scholarship Fund ......................$10 CHARTEREDBUS .....................from West Palm ..................... $33 one way .....................from Miami/Ft. Laud .............. $36 one way NOTE: Campers may enroll for as many or few weeks of horseback & camp store as desired, provided space is available. By donating to the camper scholarship fund, you can help send a needy child to camp. ADVENTURE CAMPS (see final page) Fishing Trip .......................... June 19 to 25............. $375 Canoeing Trip ...................... June 3 to 9 ................. $270 Horseback Trip ................... July 24 to 30 .............. $325 Smokey Mountain ............... August 7 to 20 ........... $550 WHO MAY REGISTER? YMCA membership is not re- quired. Campers from any state are welcome. Campers may register for as many sessions as desired. The YMCA does not discriminate because of race, color, or national origin. 9 138--658 01- The LOCATION of Camp McConnell is 8 miles south of Gainesville, Florida, on U.S. Highway 441 near the small town of Micanopy. Mail should be addressed: YMCA Camp McConnell - Route 2, Box 186 - Micanopy, Florida 32667. The phone is (904) 466 3587. TRANSPORTATION to and from camp by chartered bus is available from West Palm Beach at a cost of $33 one way or $66 round trip and from the Miami/Ft. Lauderdale area at a cost of S36 one way or $72 round trip. Travel by car is an easy, short trip from the Tampa Bay, Orlando, and Jacksonville areas. Ar- rangements can also be made for camp staff to assist campers traveling on commercial transportation car- riers. Full details will be provided upon registration. REGISTRATION Form is attached for your con- venience. To register simply fill out the form and mail It, with a $50 deposit or payment in full to: YMCA Camp McConnell - Registration Office - 2085 South Congress Avenue - West Palm Beach, Florida 33406. For registration information call toll free 1 (800) 330- 96221in West Palm Beach 968-9622. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION will be mailed to you upon receipt of your registration. You will receive: (1) A Camp Health Form (to be completed by your physician), (2) A 'What to bring to camp' guide, (3) A parents information booklet, (4) Travel and transporta- tion Information and other information. /,o 88-65 h v _ _ —• ADVENTURE CAMP is designed to sa l,.y e young teenager's desire for fun social interaction and ex- `� - ploration, v:hile fostering an appreciat:cn of nature -_ - — and the environment. TEENAGERS AGES 13 TO 16 MAY REGISTER. The key element of the Adventure Camp concept is the small group experience. ,No group will consist of more than 10 campers, most are limited to 6 to 8. These groups are lead by experienced Camp - McConnell Senior Staff members assisted by mem- bers of the camp's specialty staff. _ Each camping adventure focuses on a specific motif. After 1 or 2 days of orientation at Camp McConnell. adventure campers travel to one of these experiences:?: SMOKEY MOUNTAIN BACKPACKING AND RAFT- ING: our only two -week adventure camp allows plen- ty of time to explore the beautiful Smokey Mountains and raft on the exciting Nantahala River; HORSE- BACK CAMPING THE OCALA NATIONAL FOREST: ride part of the 100 mile trail, camp by and swim the cool, crystal clear waters of Baptist Lake isolated i deep in the forest; CANOEING THE SUWANNEE RIVER: spend the night at a river island campsite, ex- plore and swim any of a dozen remote hidden springs; FISHING THE EVERGLADES: spend your days and nights aboard a houseboat in the remote heart of Florida's Everglades. Fees and schedules are provided on the preceding page. Transportation to and from Camp McConnell is _ on your own. Registration Is limited to early awlicants. SS-765h YMCA CAMP McCONNELL OFFICE USE M- F J- S SESS 1 2 3 4 5 1988 REGISTRATION HB. Y N - i CS x WILD F BP HB C BUS T F RTi WPB FL SAL Camper's Name Sex Age Eirthdate Parent Home Phone ( ) Bus phone( ) Home Address School Grade City State Zip Y-Member? Previous McConnell Camper? How did you hear about Camp McConnell? SESSIONS (Please Check) DATES LENGTH MEMBER NON-MEMBER FEES Session 1....................June 12 to 25............... (2 weeks)........... $360 ............. S390............ S Session 1 &2...................June 12 to July 9........... (4 weeks) ............ $700............... $720 ............ $ Session 1,2&3................June 12 to July 16......... (5 weeks) ............ $850............... $875 ............ S Session 1,2,3&4.............June 12 to Aug. 6.......... (8 weeks) ............ $1360............. $1400 ......... $ All Sessions ...................June 12 to Aug. 20..... ... (10 weeks) .......... $17C0............ .$1 750 ........ S Session 2.................... June 26 to July 9......... (2 weeks)........... 5380.............5390............5 Session 2&3...................June 26 to July 16......... (3 weeks) ............ $545 ..............S565 ........... $ Session 2,3&4...............June 26 to Aug. 6.......... (6 weeks) ............ $1020............. $1050 ....... S r Session 2,3,4&5.............June 26 to Aug. 20........ (8 weeks) ............ $1360.... ........ 51400 ........ $ Session 3.................... July 10 to 16 ................ (1 week) ............ $220 .............5230............S Session 3&4 .................July 10 to Aug. 6...... .... (4 weeks) ............ $700..... .... ... 5720 .. $ Session 3.4&5 .............July 10 to Aug. 20... ...... (6 weeks) ............ 51020............51050 ....... S Session 4.................... July 17 to Aug. 6......... (3 weeks)........... $545 ............. S565............ $ Session 4&5 .................July 17 to Aug. 20......... (5 weeks) ............ S850...............5875 ............ S Session 5.................... August 7 to 20............. (2 weeks).......:... S3100............. C J 30............:7 OPTIONAL ACTIVITIES, SERVICES, & FEES (Please indicate as desired) Horseback Riding ...................... 1 or more weeks CE S35 per week =.................................... S Camper Scholarship Fund ......... S10 or as desired..................................................................... S Camp Store ................................. weeks at $10 per week =....................................................... $ Transportation (from WPB) ........ to camp S33 or from camp $33.................................... S (Miami; Ft. Lauderdale) ................ to camp $36 or from camp $36.................................... S ADVENTURE CAMPS (Check as desired) • Everglades Fishing ........ June 19 to 25....... S375 Forest Horseback .......... July 24 to 30........ S325 Smokey Mountain .........August 7 to 20..... $550 Suwannee Canoeing..... July 3 to 9............ $270 HOW TO APPLY: A registration fee of $50 must accompany each application. Registration fee is applicable to campers balance. Make checks payable to YMCA Camp McConnell and mail to 2085 South Congress Ave. -West Palm Beach, FL 33406. We will accept last minute registration when space is available. However, early registration is suggested. REGISTRATION FEE IS REFUNDABLE UPON CANCELLATION WITH 3 WEEKS NOTICE. PARENTS MUST SIGN I accept all risks incidental to camp activities and do hereby release the YMCA o*he Palm Beaches, its officers & repre- sentatives from all liability deriving from pursuit of said ac- tivities by my child. The YMCA assumes no responsibility for lost personal property. MASTER CARD AND VISA ACCEPTED I authorize you to bill my: Master card, account #r Visa, account Expiration date: Amount: $ S,gned Date Signed • For Office Use Only $50 00 Reoistrat,on Fee must accomcanv each aoofication DATE NAME KIT CHARGES SLIP N�'MBEA PAYMENTS BALANCE CREDITED TO HB TO FROM TF MGeaC NEW PREVIOUS AMT DESCRIPTION r/ Z 88-658