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camp & adventurers programs 2014
in this issueRegistration Information 1Camp Bonaventure 3I.C.A.N! Services 7 Camp Fun’zAmust 9Adventurers 11Special Events 13Important Dates 15Contact Information 15
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You must be a 2014 member to register for any summer programs!
Important:Unpaidfees–feesmustbepaidinfull.Unpaidfeesaresufficientcausetopreventfutureprogramregistration.
Camp Bonaventure & Camp Fun’zAmust registration
• BeginsWednesday, March 12, 2014 5:30–6:30 pm
• Participantsaged7+yearsareonlyabletoregisterforamaximumof3sessionsofCampBonaventure.Participantsunder7yearsareonlyabletoregisterforamaximumof6weeksofCampBonaventure.
Adventurers registration
• BeginsWednesday, April 23, 2014 at 9:00 am
• Participantsareonlyabletoregisterforamaximumof3sessionsofDayTrippers,two–3daytrips,two–4daytrips,andone–5daytrip.
Program fees
• Allprogramfeesaredueatthetimeofregistration.Cashorchequepaymentmustbemadewithinfivebusinessdaysorregistrationwillbecancelled.
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Summer Camps Registration Information
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Registration methods
• ByPhoneat403 508 0110orbywalk-in(onlineregistrationisnotavailable).
• Registrationwillcontinueweekdays, 9:00 am to 4:00 pm, until programs are full. Voicemail messages must include all registration details. Registration is complete only when the registrar confirms your request.
Important/Special information about Camp Bonaventure/Funz’Amust
•A minimum deposit of $450.00 per session for Camp Bonaventure/$225 a week for Camp Funz’Amust is due at the time of registration, unless an FSCD addendum stating full coverage can be provided at the time of registration.
• IfyouwouldlikeBetweenFriendstodirectbillFSCDforyourcampfees, anFSCDaddendumisrequiredwithinfive business days of registration.
• BetweenFriendswillensurethateverychildwithawishtoattendsummer campisgrantedtheopportunity.Asaresult,there are payment options, and fee assistance available.PleasecontactKim at 403 508 0115 todiscussyouralternatives.
• Allfees,aswellasaddendumsmustbesubmittedpriortothestartoftheprogram.Failuretodosowillresultinthechildbeingturnedawayfromtheprogram.
Cancellation policy
• Tocancelregistrationcall403 508 0110.A15%feewillapply. Cancellations made less than two weeks prior to the start of a programwillforfeitarefund.Refundswillbeprovidedonly whenvacanciescanbefilled.
• Ifaprogramiscancelledduetolowattendance,youmaytransfer toanotherprogramifspaceisavailableorreceiveafullrefund. Wewillmakeeveryefforttocontactyoupriortothestartdate oftheprogramifcancellationisnecessary.
Fee assistance
• Feeassistanceisavailablefortwo sessions per camp.Toapply, firstregisterinthecamp(s)andindicatetheneedforfinancial assistance.Anapplicationformwillbeprovidedandmustbe completedandreturnedtothemainofficewithin five business days. For more information please contact Kim at 403 508 0115.
NSF policy
• Achargeof$40.00 applies to all NSF cheques.TheNSF chequeissuerwillbegiven24 hourstomakepayments byVisa,MasterCard,moneyorder,certifiedcheque,orcash, otherwiseregistrationwillbeforfeited.
Friends,firepitandsongs-whatcouldbebetter?
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Riveredge Park, 1215 - 50 Ave SW
Camp Bonaventureisafunsummerdaycampforchildrenandyouth,withandwithoutdisabilities.Campersexperiencepositivesocialinteractionswhileengaginginhealthylifestyleactivities.Theyalsochallengetheirabilitiesandlearnnewskills.
BetweenFriendsconsiderablysubsidizessummerprogramsthroughfundraisingefforts.Friends in Motion is our biggestsourceofsubsidyforCamp Bonaventure,Camp Fun’zAmust,andAdventurers.
Conga!
Special thanks to our camp partners!
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GroupsCampBonaventureisdesignedforyouthandteensages 4 to 17,withorwithoutadisability.Thecampersareplacedintosmallergroupingstofacilitateageappropriateprogramming;thisinclusivesettingcanbeadaptedtoallabilitylevels.ThroughCampBonaventure,participantsbuildself-esteemanddevelopasenseofindependenceandaccomplishment.Campersaregroupedbyagetoencourageinteractionbetweenpeers.
Remember–youcanalwayssignupformorethanoneconsecutivesession.
ActivitiesCampBonaventurefocusesonhealthylifestyleactivitiesthatchallengeourparticipant’sabilitiesinasafeenvironment.Allactivitiesaremonitoredbyourhighlytrainedstaffandmayinclude:horseback riding, canoeing, swimming, sailing, arts and crafts, games, overnight camp outs, campfire sing-a-longs, and much more! PleasenoteMinnows’activitiesrepeateverytwoweeks.
Support RatioCampBonaventurecanaccommodatecamperswitha1:2 to 1:6 ratiowithmostgroups organized into a 1:4 counselor to camper ratio. We use information collected onparticipantprofilestoassistusinstructuringratioswithinourgroupsandinprovidingadditionalvolunteersupportasrequired.
Ifyourcamperrequiresa1:1supportratio,theyarewelcometoattendcampwiththeirprivatesupportaide.Ifyouareunsureifyourcamperwillrequireaprivatesupportaide,pleasecontactGarret at 403 508 0116.
T-shirt Design ContestYourdesigncouldbeonthenewcampert-shirt! Submitadrawingofyourfavoritepartofcamp on an 8 ½” x 11” sheetofpaper.Ensurethatthe artist’s name and age,his/her parent/guardian’s name,andaphone number are on a separate pieceofpapersubmittedwithyourdesign. Send to LindseybeforeApril 25 bymailoremail at [email protected].
Every camper will receive a free Camp Bonaventure t-shirt! Theickieritis,
themorefunitis!
Schedule and Fees
GroupsAge groups are subject to change.
Minnows:Ages 4–6
Chipmunks:Ages 7-8
Session Dates and TimesMinnows can register for a maximum of 6 sessions; a $225 deposit is required at registration. All other groups can register for a maximum of 3 sessions; a $450 deposit is required at registration.
Minnows participate in one week sessions from Monday to Friday, 10:00-3:00 pm.
Session 1 $400: June 30-July 4
Session 2 $400: July 7-11
Session 3 $400: July 14-18
Session 4 $400: July 21-25
Session 5 $400: July 28-August 1
Session 6 $315: August 5-8
(No camp on Heritage Day, August 4)
Session 7 $400: August 11-15
Session 8 $400: August 18-22
Chipmunks attend two week sessions from Monday to Friday (no weekends), 9:00-4:00 pm.
Session 1 $900: June 30-July 11
Session 2 $900: July 14-25
Session 3 $810: July 28-August 8
(No camp on Heritage Day, August 4)
Session 4 $900: August 11-22
Additional fees for Before Care from 7:30-9:00 am are $60 per week and After Care from 4:00-5:30 pm are $60 per week.
Extended Minnows is Monday to Friday, 9:00-4:00 pm.
Session 1 $450
Session 2 $450
Session 3 $450
Session 4 $450
Session 5 $450
Session 6 $360
Session 7 $450
Session 8 $450
No overnights, be sure to attend our Campfire!
No overnights, be sure to attend our Campfire!
Session 1 July 3 from 8:30-9:30 pm
Session 2 July 10 from 7:30-8:30 pm
Session 3 July 17 from 8:30-9:30 pm
Session 4 July 24 from 7:30-8:30 pm
Session 5 July 31 from 8:30-9:30 pm
Session 6 August 7 from 7:30-8:30 pm
Session 7 August 14 from 8:30-9:30 pm
Session 8 August 21 from 7:30-8:30 pm
See Minnows campfire dates above
Before and After CareIf your camper requires 1:1 support, he or she must have the same support for Before and After Care.
CampfireCampers enjoy a sing-a-long, games and other activities. Parents and caregivers are always welcome and are encouraged to attend. If your Minnows or Chipmunks camper attend, parents and caregivers must also attend to supervise them.
OvernightCampers spend the night at camp sleeping in a tent. Leaders are always there for campers throughout the night.
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Schedule and Fees (continued)
GroupsAge groups are subject to change.
Otters:Ages 9–10
Badgers:Ages 11–12
Wolverines:Ages 13–14
Session Dates and TimesGroups can register for a maximum of 3 sessions; a $450 deposit is required at registration.
Otters, Badgers, Wolverines, Coyotes and Grizzlies attend two week sessions from Monday to Friday (no weekends), 9:00-4:00 pm.
Session 1 $900: June 30-July 11
Session 2 $900: July 14-25
Session 3 $810: July 28-August 8
(No camp on Heritage Day, August 4)
Session 4 $900: August 11-22
Otters, Badgers and Wolverines share the same campfire dates and times.
Session 1July 10 from 7:30-8:30 pm
Session 2July 24 from 7:30-8:30 pm
Session 3August 7 from 7:30-8:30 pm
Session 4August 21 from 7:30-8:30 pm
Additional fees for Before Care from 7:30-9:00 am are $60 per week and After Care from 4:00-5:30 pm are $60 per week.
Otters, Badgers and Wolverines share the same overnight dates. Pick up is at 10:00 am the next day.
Session 1 July 10-11
Session 2 July 24-25
Session 3 August 7-8
Session 4 August 21-22
Coyotes and Grizzlies share the same campfire dates and times.
Session 1July 3 from 8:30-9:30 pm
Session 2July 17 from 8:30-9:30 pm
Session 3July 31 from 8:30-9:30 pm
Session 4August 14 from 8:30-9:30 pm
Coyotes and Grizzlies share the same overnight dates. Pick up is at 10:00 am the next day.
Session 1 July 3-4
Session 2 July 17-18
Session 3 July 31-August 1
Session 4 August 14-15
Before and After CareIf your camper requires 1:1 support, he or she must have the same support for Before and After Care.
CampfireCampers enjoy a sing-a-long, games and other activities. Parents and caregivers are always welcome and are encouraged to attend. If your Minnows or Chipmunks camper attend, parents and caregivers must also attend to supervise them.
OvernightCampers spend the night at camp sleeping in a tent. Leaders are always there for campers throughout the night.
Coyotes:Ages 14–15
Grizzlies:Ages 16–17
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Timeforachat
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RocketandJake
I.C.A.N! Campsareofferedinpartnershipwithlocalcommunitycamps.
Participantsenrollinthecommunitycampoftheirchoiceandparticipatewithoutspecializedsupport.PartnerCampLeaderswillprovidethemajorityofguidanceforyourchild;however,aBetweenFriendstrainedRecreationInclusionCoordinator(RIC)willbelocatedateachcampfortheentiresummertosupporttheinclusionprocess.
Who Can ParticipateI.C.A.N!CampparticipantsmustbeaBetweenFriends’member.Membersofallagescanparticipateaslongasthepartnercampoffersprogramsforyouragegroup.Membersmusthaveaninterestanddesiretoparticipateinactivities,andbecomfortablewithminimal supportinalargerthantypicalratio.ItisrecommendedthatmembersattendCampBonaventureiftheyneedahigherlevelofguidancethaninclusion camps provide.
Special thanks to our program partner!
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Recreation Inclusion Coordinator (RIC)TheRICsupportsPartnerCampLeadersbyprovidingtipsandtechniquestocreateaninclusiveenvironment.Beforethestartofcamp,theRICwillprovidetrainingtotheirdesignatedpartnerfacilitytoeducatestaffontheinclusionprocessandbestpractices.TheRICwillalsobemonitoringtheinclusionprocessthroughouteachdayatcampandbeavailabletoallstaffforsupport.
I.C.A.N! Camp RegistrationSpacesarelimitedineachI.C.A.N!PartnerCampsoregister early.BetweenFriendsoffersRICservicesfor1-6weeksof inclusioncamps,basedonavailability.Formoreinformation, contact Garret at 403 508 0117.
ToregisterforI.C.A.N!Camps:
1.ChoosetheI.C.A.N!PartnerCampofyourchoice.
2.RegisterwiththeI.C.A.N!PartnerCampandpayfees accordingly.ThereisnocostforBetweenFriends’RIC servicesthankstoagrantfromCenovus Energy.
3.ProvideBetweenFriendswithfulldetailsof yourregistration(Thisinformationisrequired tocoordinateaRIC).
4.Aweekpriortocamp,theRICwillbeincontactto discusstheinclusionprocess,theparticipant’s abilities,andhowtobestmeettheirneedsatcamp.
Inclusive Camp PartnersThefollowingisalistofcampsthattheI.C.A.N!modelhaspreviouslybeenappliedtoand/oriscurrentlyabletocreateaninclusivecampexperience:
Calgary Zoo Summer Camp
Southland & Village Square Leisure Centres
YMCA Summer Camps EauClaire,Crowfoot,Shawnessy,Saddletowne,Riveredge,SouthHealthCampus
Talisman Centre
Heritage Park
Telus Spark
Okotoks Recreation Centre
Airdrie Genesis Place
Winsport Canada
Pedalheads Bicycle Camps
PleasedonothesitatetocontactourMembershipCoordinator,GarretDawson, ifyouhaveanyquestionsregardingI.C.A.N!Camps.
Treepose-doIresembleapine?
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Thecreativemusecanstrikeanywhere
Camp Fun’zAmustisaresidentialcampofferedinpartnershipwithEasterSealsCampHorizon.Itisdesignedforyouth,teensandyoungadultswithandwithoutdisabilities.BetweenFriendsispleasedtoannounceweareabletoprovidetwocampsgroupedbyagein2014!
BetweenFriendsandEasterSealsCampHorizonstaffareskilledinprovidingasafeandenrichingenvironmentthatisinclusiveforparticipantsofallabilities.CampFun’zAmustiswheelchairaccessible.
Dates:
Fun’zAmust Children and Teens Ages7-16(Sunday,July27–Saturday,August2)
Fun’zAmust Young Adults Ages17-24(Sunday,July6–Saturday,July12)
Cost: $650.00
Special thanks to our program partner!
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Activities may include: GiantSwing
ClimbingandTraverseWalls
HighandLowRopesCourses
River Rafting
Swimming
HikingandBackpacking
FieldGames
BeachVolleyball
Transportation To and From Camp Fun’zAmust Werequestthatparentsandguardiansdrop-offandpick-uptheirchildrenatEasterSealsCampHorizon.FurtherdirectionstoandfromcampwillbeprovidedintheParentPackagefollowingregistration.This year, each camp will start Sunday evening at 7:00 pm.Pleasenote,AccessCalgarywillnotprovidetransportationtoCampFun’zAmustatEasterSealsCampHorizon,whichislocated40minutessouthwestofCalgary,just10kmsouthwestofBraggCreekonHighway66.Pleaseletusknowiftransportationwillnotbepossibleforyourfamily.
About Easter Seals Camp Horizon
•Offersspecializedspringandsummercampsforchildren&adultswithstaffratios
of1:1to1:3.
•Safe,adaptedandsupportiveenvironment.Outdoorpursuitactivitiesallowparticipants
tomaximizetheirpotentialandexperiencepersonalgrowthandempowerment.
•TakesprideinprovidinglifechangingexperiencestoAlbertansofallabilitieswith
professionalstaffandvolunteerswhoareenthusiastic,energetic,responsible,andfun!
•Alloftheirprogramsarephysically,emotionally,andsociallytherapeutic.
ThisiswhereIbelong!
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Plummetingstomachsandupsidedownfun
Adventurersprogramsareforadults18yearsandolderwhoarelookingforfunrecreationalactivities,relaxation,andchallenge-orientedexperiences.Theseprogramsallowtheadventurersopportunitiestoexpandsocialcirclesandconnectwithfriends.
Adventurershastwostreams:Day Trippers and Vacationers.
Day TrippersDayTrippersisthenextevolutionofCampBonaventure.Participantsaged18-24yearsparticipateinfour,one-weeksessionsduringAugust.DayTrippersmeetatRiveredgePark.DuetothehighdemandforVacationerstripsandlowregistrationinDayTrippersoverthepastfewyears,DayTripperswillstartattheendofJulyandhavenoovernights.
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Groups
Day Trippers:Ages 18–24
Session Dates and TimesDay Trippers participate in four one week sessions from Monday to Friday, 9:00-4:00 pm.
Session 1 $375: July 28-August 1
Session 1 July 31 from 8:30-9:30 pm
Session 2 August 7 from 7:30-8:30 pm
Session 3 August 14 from 8:30-9:30 pm
Session 4 August 21 from 7:30-8:30 pm
Wondrous Water World: Activities include sailing and a visit to the fish hatchery.
Super Science: Activities include a visit to TELUS Spark and the Aerospace Museum.
Ol’ Western Fun: Activities include a visit to Heritage Park and a ghost tour in one of Calgary’s oldest neighborhoods.
Summer Lovin’: Activities include a visit to a corn maze and horseback riding at a ranch.
Session 3 $375: August 11-15
Session 4 $375: August 18-22
Session 2 $300: August 5-9 (No Camp on Heritage Day, August 4)
Session ThemeEach session is unique and offers a different theme.
CampfireCampers enjoy a sing-a-long, games and other activities. Parents and caregivers are always welcome and are encouraged to attend.
VacationersVacationersofferstheopportunitytoenjoyarelaxingbreakfromtheusualoranadventurousgetaway.Groupsof8-10takeexcursionsthatrangefromsleepovers atacampsitetocitytours.Alltripsarewheelchairaccessible.Theparticipantto staffratiois5:2.Morestaffequalsmorefunfortheparticipants.Ifrequired,aides arewelcometoattend.
ThroughoutJulyandAugust,alltripsrangefromonetofivedays whichincludes:
Day trips: 5–8hoursinduration Overnight trips: FridaytoSaturday,orSaturdaytoSunday 3 days & 2 nights: FridaytoSunday 4 days & 3 nights: MondaytoThursday,orTuesdaytoFriday 5 days & 4 nights: MondaytoFriday
Registration limit: Individuals can only register for two 3-day trips, two 4-day trips, and one 5-day trip.
Vacationers Summer TripsPleasevisitourwebsiteafterFriday, April 4 at www.betweenfriends.ab.ca for informationonVacationersSummerTrips.Wewillbeincludingdates,times,locations,andcostssoyoucaneasilyplanforasummeroffun.RegistrationforsummertripsbeginsonWednesday, April 23 at 9:00 am.
Timeforasnooze
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Proudtobeafriendinmotion!
Friends in Motion: Bowl-A-ThonSeptember 2014
BetweenFriendsisveryexcitedtobehostingour1stAnnualFriendsin Motion:Bowl-A-Thon!Allfundsraisedfromthiseventwilldirectlysupport thequalityprogrammingweofferforchildren,youth,andadultswith disabilities.ThisisanewandexcitingeventtocomplementourFriends inMotioneventheldeachwinter.
TheBowl-A-Thonisateambasedevent.Teamsof4willpartnerupwith 2BetweenFriendsparticipantsandtaketothealleyandcompeteagainst eachotherforthebestbowlingscoreandthemostfundsraisedinsupport ofBetweenFriends.Theentryfeeforthiseventis$1,000.00,butteamsareencouragedtochallengethemselvesandtheirpeerstoraisemorefor BetweenFriends.Everystrike,spare,orgutterballgoesalongwayto ensurethatBetweenFriendscreatesopportunitiesforaninclusive atmosphereforourmembers.
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Scotiabank MarathonSunday, June 1
AsoneofthecharitiesregisteredwiththeScotiabankMarathon,registrantscanchoosetoparticipateintheCharityChallengeandraisefundsforBetweenFriendsinadditiontochallengingthemselvestoreachapersonalgoal.Bothrunnersandwalkersarewelcome.Distancesinclude:fullmarathon,halfmarathon,10K,5K,and aKid’sMarathon!
MoreinformationandtheBetweenFriendsentrycodewillbeavailablesoon!
Between Friends Charity Golf ClassicMonday, July 14
Overrecentyears,thisfundraisingeventhasgrown tobethelargesteventforBetweenFriends.Golfers, bothexperiencedandnew,havetheopportunityto enjoyadayofgolfattheprivatePinebrookGolfand CountryClub,followedbyanamazingeveningof goodfood,greatcompany,andamazinggenerosity.
BetweenFriendsMembers&theirguestscanregister forourtournamentatapreferredrateof$250.00 pergolfer.Theregularratepergolferis$400.00.
Summer’s End CelebrationThursday, August 21(DateSubjecttoChange)
We invite all of our campers from all of our sessions toenjoyaneveningwiththeirfamily,friends,fellow campers,andourcampsponsors.Theeventwill includeactivitiesforallages,acomplimentary BBQwithallthefixings,andperhapsacamp songortwo!Wehopetoseeyoutheretohelp uscelebratetheendofanotheramazingsummer!
Lininguptheperfectputt
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Suzanne Jackett CEO [email protected] 4035080112
Anoush Newman Director of Operations [email protected] 4035080114
Linda Anderson Fund Development Assistant [email protected] 4039303851
Garret Dawson Membership Coordinator [email protected] 4035080117
Breanne Dunlop Volunteer Coordinator [email protected] 4039303852
Kelsey Claeys Events Coordinator [email protected] 4039303850
Zahra Bhatia Community Connector [email protected]
Katie Fipke Personnel Coordinator [email protected] 4035080113
Travis Kerr Membership and Office Assistant [email protected] 4032699133
Cindy Neufeld Fund Development and Communication Lead (contract) [email protected] 4032960257
Kim Picone Operations Coordinator [email protected] 4035080115
Lindsey Nielsen Planning Coordinator [email protected] 4035080119
Kathleen Whelan Human Resources Lead [email protected] 4035080111
important dates Wednesday March12 RegistrationforCampBonaventure&CampFun’zAmustSaturday March15 St.Patrick’sDayDanceThursday March27 WinterW.E.S.O.A.R!ProgramsEndWednesday April2 RegistrationforSpring/SummerW.E.S.O.A.R! Friday April4 VacationersSummerTripsonourwebsiteFriday April18 OfficeClosed:GoodFridayMonday April21 Officeclosed:EasterMondayWednesday April23 RegistrationforVacationersSummerTripsThursday April24 RegistrationforAdventurers Saturday May24 AnnualAwards&AGMSunday June1 ScotiabankMarathonMonday July14 BetweenFriendsCharityGolfClassicThursday August21 Summer’sEndCelebrationTBA September FriendsinMotion:Bowl-A-Thon
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CharitableRegistrationNo:119217925RR0001
