broadmoor summer camp brochure

Broadmoor Summer Camp 2012

Programs for Campers Entering Grades K through 9

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“[I came to camp here] because I wanted to learn about nature.” - Camper

280 Eliot Street Natick, MA 01760

Before & After Care Info Grades K-1 Page 3 Grades 2-3 Page 4 Grades 4-5 Page 5 Grades 6-9 Page 6 Camp Letter, Staff Information Page 7 Sample Camp Day, Contact Info Page 8 Registration Information Page 9 Calendar Page 10 Registration Form

Ask about Camp Scholarships!

Broadmoor is a classic Nature Camp

Campers will: Have fun exploring nature in a safe

environment Spend the day outside, rain or shine Build friendships with other campers Create lasting memories

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Contents

Before & After Care Broadmoor Camp Staff will supervise children enrolled in before and after care. Fees have been adjusted for weeks that include an overnight. Pre-registration is required; use the space provided on the camp registration form. Single days are not available at this time.

Before Care 8:00—9:00am Children can choose between free play, crafts or games in designated areas near the Nature Center. All regular weeks Monday—Friday $30/week Gr 4-7 overnight week Monday—Thursday $24/week Gr 8-9 overnight week Monday—Wednesday $18/week

After Care 3:00—5:30pm 3:00-4:00pm Children will go on a short hike and have snack (provided from home.) 4:00-5:30pm Children choose between free play, crafts or games in designated areas near the Nature Center. All regular weeks Monday—Friday $75/week Gr 4-7 overnight week Monday—Wednesday $45/week Gr 8-9 overnight week Monday—Tuesday $30/week

Before & After Care

The Broadmoor camps are an amazing resource and I tell all of my friends.” - Parent

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Discoverers—Grades K and 1

7/2—7/6 7/9—7/13 7/16—7/20 7/23—7/27 7/30—8/3 8/6—8/10 8/13—8/17

Animal Architects

Some Hop, Some Fly...

Meta-what? Animal Architects


Meta-what? Animal Architects

Animal Architects

Consider who built a house out of sticks? A tunnel in the dirt? A papery balloon home?

Craft your own mini beaver lodge, spider web and bird nest

Play games, discover how animals build and search for animals

$330 / Session $50 minimum deposit due upon registration

Meta-what? Play games and make crafts about life cycles Learn and sing the metamorphosis song Find animal babies that look very different from

adults, like caterpillars/butterflies and tadpoles/frogs


Grades K & 1 Program Ratio 2 staff: 10 campers

Some Hop, Some Fly, Some Walk

Search for animals that hop, fly, walk, swim and run

Play games to learn how animals get around and why they move in different ways


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Curious Naturalists—Grades 2 and 3

Critter Scene Investigation (CSI)

You come across a pile of feathers on the trail… who was there and what happened?

Learn how to interpret signs, tracks, and clues found in nature each day

Sing songs, play games and make crafts to better understand plant and animal communities at Broadmoor

2 weeks $495 / Session $75 minimum deposit due upon registration

Naturalist Camp (see page 4 for details) Groups for grades 2-3 and 4-5 will run separately

Grades 2 & 3 Program Ratio

2 staff: 16 campers Create A Critter!

7/2—7/13 7/16—7/20 7/23—8/3 8/6—8/10 8/13—8/17


Buggin’ Out


Buggin’ Out

Naturalist Camp

Buggin’ Out

6, 8 or 20 legs? Catch them and count for yourself Play games to understand life cycles, food chains

and the diversity of what we call, “bugs!” Crafts include building an insect and a spider 1 week $285 / Session $50 minimum deposit due upon registration

“When my child comes home filthy, tired and talking non-stop, I know it was a great camp. Thanks so much!” - Parent

Nature Quest* Go on nature quests Learn to create quests for some of

Broadmoor’s special destinations: Little Farm Pond, Glacial Hill and the Charles River

Explore geologic features, native plants and unique animals

Camp out at Broadmoor 7/12-13; 8/2-3 2 weeks $525 / Session $75 minimum deposit due upon registration

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*OVERNIGHT sessions end at 9am on Friday morning; there is no camp on Friday 7/13 or 8/3 for these programs. Before and After Camp does not apply on days with overnights; fees have been adjusted for this.

Indian Brook Explorers—Grades 4 and 5

Scales and Slime Take an up close and

personal look at the scales on snakes, fish and bird legs and the wet skin of frogs and slugs

Play games about evolution and adaptation 1 week $285 / Session $50 minimum deposit due upon registration

Grades 4 & 5 Program Ratio

2 staff: 16 campers

7/2—7/13 7/16—7/20 7/23—8/3 8/6—8/10 8/13—8/17

Nature Quest Scales &

Slime

Nature Quest Scales &

Slime Naturalist

Camp

Naturalist Camp Develop your naturalist skills of observation and

identification; draw and write in a journal Play games, sing nature songs, explore and hike Groups for grades 2-3 and 4-5 will run separately 1 week $285 / Session $50 minimum deposit due upon

registration

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Voyagers—Grades 6 and 7 & Grades 8 and 9

Can You Canoe? Gr 6 & 7

Develop canoe skills through games and challenges, focusing on water safety and fun

1 week


Voyagers programs leave Broadmoor to travel off-site on all or most days! Ratio 2 staff: 11 campers *OVERNIGHT sessions end on Friday morning; there is no camp on Friday 7/13 or 8/3 for these programs.

Before and After Camp does not apply on days with overnights; fees have been adjusted for this.

Charles River Explorers* Gr 6 & 7 Investigate wild stretches of river by canoe as you

search for herons, beaver, dragonflies and more Experience a site rich in both history and geology

when you camp out on the Charles River 7/12-13

2 weeks $675 / Session $75 minimum deposit due upon registration

Learn canoe-over-canoe rescue!

River 2 Sea* Gr 8 & 9

Explore the connections between fresh water and salt water

Go on boating adventures, investigate marshes and tidal pools, and become an ocean advocate

Camp on the Boston Harbor Islands 8/1-3 2 weeks $810 / Session $75 minimum deposit due upon registration

Conservation Adventures Gr 8 & 9 Hike and explore 5 local natural areas Compare the animals and plants,

uses by people and ways they are managed by state, federal and private organizations

1 week $425 / Session $50 minimum deposit due upon registration

7/2—7/13 7/16—7/20 7/23—8/3 8/6—8/10 8/13—8/17

Grades 6 & 7

Charles River Explorers

Grades 6 & 7

Can You Canoe?

Grades 8 & 9

River 2 Sea

Grades 6 & 7

Can You Canoe?

Grades 8 & 9

Conservation Adventures

Dear Campers and Parents,

Thank you for choosing the nature camp experience for your child! Nothing compares to a wild encounter or an unplanned moment of awe that can only happen when a camper has dedicated time to observe and truly enjoy the natural world.

We are excited to see you this summer,

Melissa Hansen

Camp Director

Phone: 508-655-2296 x7304 Email: [email protected]

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There's more to explore at Wildwood, Mass Audubon's overnight camp, in Rindge, NH. Choose 1- or 2-week sessions for campers ages 9-14, Teen Adventure Trips for campers ages 14-17, or Leaders-in-Training for campers entering grades 10-12. Everyone is welcome at our 4-day Family Camp programs. Go wild this summer!

Call toll-free 866-MAS-CAMP for more information, or visit Wildwood online at www.wildwoodcamp.org.

Camp Welcome Letter

“The counselors for all 3 groups were excellent. I appreciate that they were good role models for my children. We want to [enroll in more] camp next year and [enroll] our 4th child…” -Parent

Camp Staff

All Broadmoor Summer Camp Staff have enthusiasm, experience working with children, natural history knowledge and outdoor teaching skills.

Camp Educators are college students or graduates who are certified in First Aid and CPR, or beyond, and have participated in two weeks of camp training.

CITs are volunteer teens who want to work with children and have attended training.

We use Camp Names to promote an atmosphere of creativity and camp magic; parents will be given biographies on all camp educators on the first day of camp.

http://www.wildwoodcamp.org

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A Sample Camp Day…

9:00 Campers arrive; welcome activities 9:30 Voyagers depart 9:30 Thematic nature hikes & explorations 10:30 Snack (provided from home) & story 10:45 Nature activities & group-building games 12:00 Lunch (provided from home) 12:30 Nature explorations, hikes & crafts;

choice time and free play 2:45 Wrap-up games & closing circles 3:00 Voyagers return; wrap-up activities 3:00-3:15 Pick-up for Grades K-5

3:15 Pick up for Grades 6-9

Location Mass Audubon’s Broadmoor Wildlife Sanctuary 280 Eliot Street (Rte 16) Natick, MA 01760

Contact Registration 508-655-2296, press zero Camp Office 508-655-2296, x7304

Email [email protected]

Camp Information

This camp complies with the Massachusetts Department of Public Health regulations and is annually licensed by the Natick Board of Health.

“I have been here for six years and always have a great time!” - Camper

Registration Information

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Registration Process

Drop-off, call, or mail your registration.

Participants may enroll in more than one session if the session title is different; the material and content will be repeated in sessions of the same name.

If the session is full, you will be notified; no deposit is required for the wait list.

Confirmation information will arrive electronically from [email protected].

Questions or Concerns

If you have any suggestions, questions or concerns, please contact the camp director at 508-655-2296 x7304.

You may request copies of our policies regarding background checks, health care and discipline.

Mass Audubon Membership

All summer camp participants need a current Mass Audubon family level (or greater) membership. Please provide your membership information on the registration form. If you do not have a membership, please purchase it for $65.00.

Payment, Cancellation, and Refund Policy

A non-refundable deposit for each session per child is required to enroll:

$50 / 1-week session $75 / 2-week session

The camp fee, less the deposit, is refundable only if we receive notice of your cancellation at least 4 weeks prior to the first day of the camp session. We reserve the right to cancel a session due to low enrollment, in which case, you will receive a full refund.

All health forms, waivers and the balance of your payment are due by May 15, 2012. If you miss the deadline, we cannot guarantee your camper a space.

Pro-rated fees for partial attendance are not available. If your circumstances are such that you cannot meet our payment terms, please contact the Camp Director today about options.

“My daughter has been very comfortable in all of her Broadmoor camps over the years despite not having been happy in other outdoor camps...the small group sizes have made the difference.” - Parent

Ask about Camp Scholarships!

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2012 Broadmoor Summer Camp Calendar

2 & 3 Critter Scene Investigation

(CSI)

Buggin’ Out


Buggin’ Out

Naturalist Camp

4 & 5 Nature Quest* Scales &

Slime Nature Quest*

Scales & Slime

Naturalist Camp

6 & 7 Charles River Explorers* Can You Canoe?

No Session Can You Canoe?

No Session

8 & 9 No Session No Session River 2 Sea* No Session Conservation Adventures

K & 1 Animal

Architects


Meta-what? Animal

Architects


Meta-what? Animal

Architects

7/2—7/6 7/9—7/13 7/16—7/20 7/23—7/27 7/30—8/3 8/6—8/10 8/13—8/17

*OVERNIGHT sessions end on Friday morning; there is no camp on Friday 7/13 or 8/3 for these programs. Before and After Care does not apply on days with overnights; fees have been adjusted for this.

ALL PROGRAMS: Camp will run on Wednesday, July 4!

Guardian 1 _______________________________________ Email ___________________________________________________ Home (_______)______________________ Work (_______)_____________________ Cell (________)_____________________ Address ____________________________________________ City _____________________ State ______ Zip ______________ Guardian 2 __________________________Work (________)_____________________ Cell (________)_____________________

CAMPER ENROLLMENT Read descriptions carefully for details; campers may not enroll in more than one session with the same title.

Camper’s Name ___________________________ Date of Birth: ____/____/_____ Entering Grade ________ in fall 2012 Dates____________________Session ____________________________$______Before Camp $___ After Camp $___ Total $_________ Dates____________________Session ____________________________$______Before Camp $___ After Camp $___ Total $_________ Dates____________________Session ____________________________$______Before Camp $___ After Camp $___ Total $_________

Camper’s Name ___________________________ Date of Birth: ____/____/_____ Entering Grade ________ in fall 2012 Dates____________________Session ____________________________$______Before Camp $___ After Camp $___ Total $_________ Dates____________________Session ____________________________$______Before Camp $___ After Camp $___ Total $_________ Dates____________________Session ____________________________$______Before Camp $___ After Camp $___ Total $_________ REGISTRATION AGREEMENT: Camp program fees include a non-refundable registration fee per camper per session. The Payment, Cancellation & Refund Policy is outlined on Page 8; please read it carefully. Call immediately if you have questions. I have read, understand and accept the Camp’s Payment, Cancellation & Refund Policy. Signature: Date: ________

□ I am interested in Scholarship Information

Total Camp Fees for camp enrollment $___________________ (add all sessions, including before and after care) Purchase Family Membership ($65.00) see pg 8 $___________________ or Current Member #: __________________ Exp. ___/___ Total Camp Balance Due $___________________ (add all above)

Total amount enclosed at this time for camp $_________________(Minimum due = deposit per program)

Remaining Camp Balance $___________________ (Subtract amount enclosed from Total Balance Due)

Method of Payment: □ A check made payable to Broadmoor is enclosed □ Charge to: Master Card / Visa / Discover

Acct #______________________________________ Exp. _____/_____ Signature _______________________________________ For your financial security, we may ONLY accept credit card information in person, by phone or postal mail, NEVER by fax or email.

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Mass Audubon’s BROADMOOR SUMMER CAMP 2012 Registration Form

/ Registration Book / Database* Must enter New Membership info if applicable / Money Processed / Letter created / Membership form* Must fill out form if purchased above Confirmation Materials Sent

Broadmoor Wildlife Sanctuary Summer Camp 280 Eliot Street Natick, MA 01760

Non-Profit Organization

U.S. Postage Paid

Natick, MA 01760

Permit No. 8

“[My favorite memories are] seeing the baby snapping turtle, the praying mantis walking on my arm, the great games...” - Camper

We now have Before and After Care options!

See page 1 for details.

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