Registrations will be taken in person and online. Online registrations must be completed prior to the Wednesday before camp begins. After that time you will have to register in person.
Our goal at the Casco Bay YMCA is to provide a caring, safe and fun atmosphere that allows campers to experience a variety of activities, to try new things, and to challenge themselves. Teamwork and the Y's Character Development Traits of Caring, Honesty, Respect and Responsibility play an important role in all of our programs and are incorporated into all aspects of camp.
The Cumberland County YMCA prides itself on the quality and commitment of our staff. These individuals are caring, fun, energetic and responsible people who participate in a comprehensive training program. We perform criminal background checks on all of our staff over the age of 18. Most staff are certified in First Aid and CPR. Staff members largely consist of college or high school students, teachers and parents.
Camp Osprey Details
Camp Osprey
The Casco Bay YMCA’s Camp Osprey, a Maine State licensed day camp, offers a diverse, age appropriate experience in a safe and fun outdoor environment. Campers enjoy the Y’s two swimming pools, open-air gymnasium and play ground, as well as its 25 acres of woods and trails. Throughout the summer we will be incorporating into our activities and discussions the 4 core values of the YMCA: Caring, Honesty, Respect, and Responsibility. In addition to the normally scheduled camper activities, each week of camp will also have its own theme that will serve to enhance the camper experience.
Herons & Egrets
Camp Osprey is designed to accommodate the most suitable activities for our campers’ developmental stages. We have separated our camp into two age groups; the Herons (5-8) and the Egrets (9-12). All campers will share the same program, meeting and lunch space. Herons and Egrets will participate in group specific games/activities in addition to camp-wide events throughout the day. We have organized our camp with safety and developmental appropriateness as our highest concerns.
Extended Care
While camp hours are 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., we understand that many parents need additional care for their children. Extended care runs from 7:30 to 9:00 a.m. and 4:00 to 5:30 p.m., at no cost.
Teen Leadership Opportunities
The Leaders in Training program is a great volunteer opportunity for 13 - 16 years olds. Leaders will participate in a structured mentoring program that will include building the skills necessary to become great leaders. LIT's will work hands on with our senior counselors to learn how to effectively work with campers in a positive way and become role models. Space is limited so please plan accordingly. Contact the camp director for an application.
Inclusion for Children with Special Needs
The YMCA believes that all children, regardless of need, should be integrated into our programs, and will do everything in our power to make this possible. However, there may be particular needs which our staff is not trained to handle, or that our staff to camper ratio is not adequate to serve. In such an instance, the family or supporting agency will be asked to assist the YMCA in finding and providing an aide for the child, or, we may need to refer the child to a program better suited to meet his or her needs. Children with special needs are welcomed to attend camp if they are within the developmental ages that we serve, and are comfortable participating in their group's activities. Youth that require a one-on-one aide in school must be provided one at camp via family effort. Please call if you have any questions.
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2009 Camp Schedule
. Kick off the summer with a week long introduction to a variety of activities intended to get your playing muscles in shape. Get ready to scrape off the winter rust and get primed for an action-filled summer. We’ll explore the beaches and trails of Reid State Park this week
Get into the “spirit” as we find some fun, silly ways to express ourselves this week. Imagination is required as each day brings a new wacky theme for our spirited participants. By the end of the week we’ll crown our Spirit winning group! Venture with us to Sebago Lake before the July 4th weekend begins.
We will be searching for our inner Einstein's this week as we explore the world around us and the fun that can be had with science. Campers will test their problem solving skills in fun challenges and competitions that require teamwork and innovation. See science in action this week at Funtown!
Campers of all ages, prepare for the greatest show in town! Games of chance, face painting, moon bounce and more await our young circus performers this festive, fun filled week. Prepare for a spectacle of sights and sounds as we invite our families to see the camper created midway!
Tired of the same old sports and games? This week nothing is too silly as we try new and wacky games designed to thrill campers of all ages and skill levels. On your mark, get ready, have fun! We’ll cool down all our participants with a refreshing dip in Range Pond.
Since a Mainer showed us what it takes to be a Survivor, our campers will engage in a series of challenges to prove that they also have what it takes. Can you find the hidden idol? Is your tribe able to work together to complete a mission? We’ll find out this week! Tribal Council will take place at Crescent Beach this adventurous week.
Broadway comes to the Y as we have our campers prepare a show for your viewing pleasure. Writers, directors, actors, stagehands, everybody will work together this week to have the show ready for opening by Friday. Get your tickets for the hottest show in town! We’ll see other talented young performers as Circus Smirkus returns to town.
We hope to turn down the heat this week with a series of fun-filled water activities each and every camp day. Swimming, sprinklers, water balloons and water slides are just what the doctor ordered for the summer heat and we’ll provide it! Nothing cools a camper down like a day at Aquaboggan!
Behold our young artisans as we spend the week creating masterpieces for exhibition. All variety of mediums and genres will be explored as we prepare to open our gallery to parents and Y members at the end of the week. We’ll wash the paint off our hands with a return trip to Range Pond.
In this final week we bring back all the camper’s favorites for a week dedicated to finishing the summer in style before the school busses start making their pick-ups. A summer’s worth of fun packed into 5 days; don’t miss this exciting conclusion to summer at the Y. We’ll end the camp season with a final visit to Willard Beach.
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