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No. 18
THE UKRAINIAN WEEKLY SUNDAY, MAY 2, 2010
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A Ukrainian Summer: where to go, what to do...
UAYA’s camps promise fun, learning and lasting memories
by Oksana Charuk
NEW YORK – The Ukrainian American
Youth Association’s summer camps have
always allowed youngsters to discover constructive
new interests, make worthwhile
new friends and enjoy endless summer fun,
all while building independence and developing
character in a safe and healthful environment.
These special moments and memories
will last a lifetime.
This year the UAYA has added some new
and exciting camps from which to choose.
The organization’s campgrounds are buzzing
with volunteers preparing for the upcoming
season.
The season opens early, on June 20, at
UAYA’s campground in Baraboo, Wisc.
Baraboo offers six camps for children of all
ages, starting with the youngest,
“Sumeniata,” at age 4, and going all the way
to age 17. Between recreational camps and
the very popular soccer camps, there is a
rich program with much to gain.
At the Kyiv resort near Detroit, this summer’s
program includes traditional camp for
children of all ages.
The Kholodnyi Yar campgroud in
Filmore, N.Y., will offer camps from July 18
through July 31 in an enjoyable and caring
environment. This year there is a recreational
camp as well as a camp for sumeniata
(youngsters age 4-6) with a program that is
hard to beat.
Meanwhile, Khortytsia campground in
Huntington, Ohio, will have a recreational
camp starting July 11. Also at Khortytsia
campground, an exciting camp offered for
the first time will make its national debut for
youths from around the country. This new
hiking camp, which is open to all UAYA
members ages 13-17, will offer a unique
combination of adventure with a wonderful
outdoor experience. The participants will get
to experience a diverse program, which will
include rock climbing, rappelling, mountain
biking, ropes course, whitewater rafting and
paintball. This promises to be one exciting,
jam-packed week of camping.
The hiking camp will be held Friday, July
30, through Saturday, August 7. Activities
will take place in Hico, W. Va. For more
information and registration forms, readers
may visit www.cym.org/us. For information
regarding coordinated transportation to
Khortysia, please contact your regional
camp coordinator. Details are provided in
forms online.
The Ellenville, N.Y., campground offers
a variety of camps and plenty of choices.
Counselor training camp starts off the season
on June 27. Here the UAYA’s future
young leaders hone their knowledge and
develop their skills in working with youth.
Next comes a new one-week camp for
youths age 13-17 offering recreational activities
appropriate for their age. There are also
camps for Huseniata, tiny tots ages 2-4;
Sumeniata, age 4-6; and recreational camps
for younger and older youths.
Let’s not forget the sports camp, where
young athletes can choose from many different
sports, ranging from baseball to bodybuilding.
Campers can continue to improve
in a familiar sport or try a new one. Last but
not least, there is art and culture camp,
which provides an opportunity to learn the
customs/rites of a different holiday each
year. Over time campers learn Ukrainian
traditions, from calendar holidays like
Christmas, Easter or Kupalo, to special
events like weddings and baptisms. They
can express themselves through dance, art,
handcrafts and music, all the while learning
about their beautiful Ukrainian culture.
Let your children discover the perfect
summer. They will learn something about
themselves, their society, their culture and
their roots.
Participants of recreational camp form a “60” to mark the 60th anniversary of
the Ukrainian American Youth Association, which was celebrated in 2009.
The camp for Huseniata held in 2009 in Ellenville, N.Y.
UNA SENIORS AND FRIENDS
UNA SENIORS’ WEEK JUNE 13 -18, 2010, AT
SOYUZIVKA
Make your reservations for the UNA Seniors’ Conference which will
be held at SOYUZIVKA Heritage Center
starting Sunday, June 13th, with wine and cheese in the evening,
through Friday, June 18th, including brunch. All inclusive 5 nights,
all meals beginning with breakfast Monday, banquet, taxes and gratuities
included, entertainment and special guest speakers.
UAYA members at the Khortytsia campground.
UNA members
single occupancy $465 – double occupancy $395 pp
Per night – Single $115 – Double $92 pp
Non UNA members
single occupancy $515 – double occupancy $410 pp
Per night – Single $120 – Double $100 pp
BANQUET and ENTERTAINMENT only $35 pp
Call SOYUZIVKA Tel: 845-626-5641 and register early.
Space is limited -
Organize a bus from your area, contact local senior clubs!
For information please call Oksana Trytjak Tel: 973-292-9800 x3071
Baraboo, Wisc., campers enjoy rock-climbing.
Senior Citizens’ Week is FUN – AFFORDABLE – INTERESTING
WE WELCOME GUESTS!
COME ONE, COME ALL!