program guide - YMCA Calgary

4YMCA CalgaryCamp Chief hector YMCASaturday Saturday Sunday9:45am – 12noon 1:45pm – 4pm 9:45am – 12noon6Y – 11Y Horseback riding – arena ride Horseback riding – arena ride Horseback riding – arena ride10Y and up Horseback riding – trail ride Horseback riding – trail ride Horseback riding – trail ride6Y+ or closely supervised by a parent Canoeing Canoeing5Y and up Climbing Tower Climbing Tower Climbing Tower10Y and up Team Swing Team Swing10Y and up High Ropes High Ropes8Y – 9Y Explorers Explorers Explorers6Y – 7Y Discoverers Discoverers Discoverers3Y – 5Y Adventure Seekers Adventure Seekers Adventure SeekersExplorersage: 8Y – 9YA variety of activities will be led by YMCA staff such as Voyageur canoeing, fort-building, lowropes.Discoverersage: 6Y – 7YThis program is offered for children 6-7 years of age. YMCA Staff will run appropriate activitiessuch as a scavenger hunt and low ropes for these children while parents and older siblings areparticipating in their activities.High Ropesage: 10Y and upThe high ropes course is a series of poles and wires which form an aerial obstacle course. Highropes elements provide a wide range of challenges. Closed-toe shoes are mandatory for thisactivity. Climbing harnesses and helmets will be provided.Horseback Riding – trail rideage: 10Y and UpParticipants will start in a corral learning how to mount their horses. The group will continue tothe arena for a short lesson in basic riding skills. When participants are comfortable the groupwill head out on a trail ride of approximately 45 minutes. Boots with a 1” heel are required(rubber boots work well) and will be provided if needed. Riders will be required to show controlof their horse BEFORE going on the trail ride. Participants that have balance and/or coordinationconcerns due to previous injuries, arthritis or excessive weight may be deemed unfit to ride bythe Horse Director.Team Swingage: 10Y and upThe Team Swing is an activity at our Higher Ground area. Participants are harnessed andattached to aerial cables for a wonderful “swing” experience. Closed-toe shoes are mandatoryfor this activity. Climbing harnesses and helmets will be provided.Horseback Riding – Arena Rideage: 6Y – 11YDuring an arena ride, children 6-11 years old will be given the opportunity to ride in one ofour arenas. They will learn some basic riding skills, but the emphasis is placed on learning toride through playing games. Participants will also learn about brushing and working aroundthe horses. Boots with a 1” heel are required (rubber boots work well) and will be providedif needed. Parents are welcome to watch their children ride from outside the arena. Parentalsupervision may be required for participants under 10 years.The descriptions in this program guide are only a synopsis. Please review our Camp Descriptions and Risk Awareness documents at YMCACalgary.org for a full description.4YMCACalgary.org

6YMCA CalgaryCamp Chief hector YMCAMISTAYA(6 Days)Overnight Hike ProgramAGE: 10–11Y | hector or Bowfort LodgeCampers in the Mistaya section can anticipate a camp session full of playing and manyadventures outside with new friends and counsellors! The Mistaya 6-day overnight optionincludes an introduction to camping experience tenting overnight on Hector’s large main-site.Mistaya campers participate in camp activities including archery, climbing tower, challengecourse, arts and crafts and canoeing. This program does not include horseback riding. Thisprogram is based from either Bowfort Lodge or Hector Lodge at Camp Chief Hector, dependingon session dates. Please ensure you know at which lodge your camper is based. Campers mustbe the correct age by Nov 15, 2013.Female (10–11Y) | $585 + GSTmale (10–11Y) | $585 + GSTBarcode Session Dates Barcode Session Dates78856 A (Bowfort) Jul 7 – 12 78871 A (Bowfort) Jul 7 – 1278857 B (Bowfort) Jul 14 – 19 78879 A (Hector) Jul 7 – 1278864 B (Hector) Jul 14 – 19 78872 B (Bowfort) Jul 14 – 1978858 C (Bowfort) Jul 21 – 26 78873 C (Bowfort) Jul 21 – 2678859 D (Bowfort) Jul 28 – Aug 2 78933 C (Hector) Jul 21 – 2678931 D (Hector) Jul 28 – Aug 2 78874 D (Bowfort) Jul 28 – Aug 278860 E (Bowfort) Aug 4 – 9 78875 E (Bowfort) Aug 4 – 978861 F (Bowfort) Aug 11 – 16 78934 E (Hector) Aug 4 – 978932 F (Hector) Aug 11 – 16 78876 F (Bowfort) Aug 11 – 1678862 G (Hector) Aug 18 – 26 78877 G (Hector) Aug 18 – 2378863 H (Hector) Aug 25 – 30 78878 H (Hector) Aug 25 – 30MISTAYATraditional Program (13 Days)Age: 10–11Y | Hector LodgeCampers in the Mistaya section can anticipate a camp session full of playing and manyadventures outside with new friends and counsellors! The Traditional program includes a 3-dayovernight hike in the Bow Valley Provincial Park as well as a day of learning about horsemanshipand riding. Mistaya campers participate in many camp activities including archery, climbingtower, challenge course, arts and crafts and canoeing. Campers must be the correct age by Nov15, 2013.Female (10Y) | $1105+ GSTMale (10Y) | $1105 + GSTBarcode Session Dates Barcode Session Dates78838 1 Jul 7 – 19 78847 1 Jul 7 – 1978839 2 Jul 21 – Aug 2 78848 2 Jul 21 – Aug 278840 3 Aug 4 – 16 78849 3 Aug 4 – 16Female (11Y) | $1105+ GSTMale (11Y) | $1105 + GSTBarcode Session Dates Barcode Session Dates78841 1 Jul 7 – 19 78850 1 Jul 7 – 1978842 2 Jul 21 – Aug 2 78851 2 Jul 21 – Aug 278843 3 Aug 4 – 16 78852 3 Aug 4 – 16MISTAYATrip to Gray Jay Site (13 Days)Age: 10–11YCampers in the Mistaya section can anticipate a camp session full of playing and manyadventures outside with new friends and counsellors! The Gray Jay option includes a 3-daystay at our Gray Jay site west of Sundre, AB. There, Mistaya campers will be able to explorethe local area on foot and experience the smaller camp community. Back at mainsite, camperswill participate in a day learning about horsemanship and riding. Mistaya campers participatein camp activities including archery, climbing tower, challenge course, arts and crafts andcanoeing. These Mistaya campers begin and end their camp at our Mainsite. Campers will betransported to and from the Gray Jay site by Camp Chief Hector. Campers must be the correct ageby Nov 15, 2013.Female (10Y – 11Y) | $1105 + GSTMale (10Y – 11Y) | $1105 + GSTBarcode Session Dates Barcode Session Dates78844 1 Jul 7 – 19 78853 1 Jul 7 – 1978845 2 Jul 21 – Aug 2 78854 2 Jul 21 – Aug 278846 3 Aug 4 – 16 78855 3 Aug 4 – 16JUNIOR SHOTUNGWA (6 Days)AGE: 12–13Y | Hector lodgeJr. Shotungwa campers will stay in Midcamp tipis at Camp Chief Hector, which are a short walkfrom the horse corrals. During their time at camp, they will develop personal strengths and learnnew skills as they experience working as a team with their group as well as with their horse. TheJr. Shotungwa program includes arena riding and trail riding, as well as learning about horsegrooming and saddling, general care and first aid. Jr. Shotungwa campers will also participatein other camp activities, including climbing or ropes courses, arts and crafts, and group games.Campers must be the correct age by Nov 15, 2013.Female (12–13Y) | $665 + GSTMale (12–13Y) | $665 + GSTBarcode Session Dates Barcode Session Dates78916 A Jul 7 – 12 78922 C Jul 21 – 2678917 B Jul 14 – 19 78935 D Jul 28 – Aug 278918 C Jul 21 – 2678919 D Jul 28 – Aug 278920 E Aug 4 – Aug 978921 F Aug 11 – 16KANANASKIN (6 Days)Age: 12–13Y | HECTOR LODGEKananaskin camps offer a time for learning, making friends, working as a team, and having funoutdoors! During the 6-day program, campers will participate in a day hike to Barrier Lake ornearby sites in the Bow Valley Provincial Park, canoeing, arts and crafts, and climbing. These6-day Kananaskin camps will run out of Hector Lodge and campers will stay in tipis around thelodge. Campers must be the correct age by Nov 15, 2013.The descriptions in this program guide are only a synopsis. Please review our Camp Descriptions and Risk Awareness documents at YMCACalgary.org for a full description.6YMCACalgary.org

8YMCA CalgaryCamp Chief hector YMCAPIONEERCanoe Program (13 Days)Age: 14Y | MIDcampPioneer campers who are 14 years old and choose the canoe option will stay in Midcamp tipis atCamp Chief Hector. During their time at camp, campers will learn about teamwork, responsibilityand develop personal strengths. During the first few days at camp, they will spend timepaddling on Chilver Lake, the Bow River and preparing for their canoe outtrip. The group willparticipate in a 7-day canoe trip on the Red Deer River and explore Alberta’s Badlands. Camperswill experience other camp activities, including climbing and ropes courses, arts and crafts,archery and hiking. Campers must be the correct age by Nov 15, 2013.Female (14Y ) | $1330 + GSTMale (14Y ) | $1330 + GSTBarcode Session Dates Barcode Session Dates78886 2 Jul 7 – 19 78894 1 Jul 7 – 1978887 4 Jul 21 – Aug 2 78895 3 Jul 21– Aug 2PIONEERMainsite Hike Program (13 Days)Age: 14Y | midcampPioneer campers who are 14 years old and choose the hike option will stay in tipis in Midcamp atCamp Chief Hector. During their time at camp, campers will learn about teamwork, responsibilityand develop personal strengths while participating in a 6-day hiking trip in a nearby provincialpark. They will also experience many other camp activities, including climbing and ropescourses, arts and crafts, archery and canoeing on Chilver Lake. Campers must be the correct ageby Nov 15, 2013.Female (14Y ) | $1200 + GSTMale (14Y ) | $1200 + GSTBarcode Session Dates Barcode Session Dates78888 1 Jul 7 – 19 78896 1 Jul 7 – 1978889 2 Jul 21 – Aug 2 78897 2 Jul 21– Aug 278890 3 Aug 4 – 16 78898 3 Aug 4 – 1678891 4 Aug 18 – 30 78899 4 Aug 18 – 30PIONEERMainsite Canoe Program (13 Days)Age: 15Y | MidcampPioneer campers who are 15 years old and choose the canoe option will stay in Midcamp tipis atCamp Chief Hector. During their time at camp, campers will learn about teamwork, responsibilityand develop personal strengths. During the first few days at camp, they will canoe on local lakesand rivers learneing and practicing skills. Then, the group will prepare for and participate in a5-day canoe trip on an appropriate river, such as the North Saskatchewan. Campers will alsoexperience other camp activities, including climbing and ropes courses, arts and crafts, archeryand hiking. Campers must be the correct age by Nov 15, 2013.Female (15Y ) | $1330 + GSTMale (15Y ) | $1330 + GSTBarcode Session Dates Barcode Session Dates78908 1 Jul 7 – 19 78912 2 Jul 21 – Aug 278909 3 Aug 4 – 16 78913 4 Aug 18 – 30PIONEERMainsite Hike Program (13 Days)Age: 15Y | MIdcampPioneer campers who are 15 years old and choose the hike option will stay in Midcamp tipis atCamp Chief Hector. During their time at camp, campers will learn about teamwork, responsibilityand develop personal strengths while participating in a 7-day hiking trip in Banff NationalPark, the Bow Valley or Kananaskis Provincial Parks. Campers will also experience many othercamp activities, including ropes courses, arts and crafts, archery and canoeing on Chilver Lake.Campers must be the correct age by Nov 15, 2013.Female (15Y ) | $1200 + GSTMale (15Y ) | $1200 + GSTBarcode Session Dates Barcode Session Dates78910 1 Jul 7 – 19 78914 2 Jul 21 – Aug 278911 3 Aug 4 – 16 78915 4 Aug 18 – 30PIONEERGray Jay Hike Program (13 Days)Age: 15Y | Gray jay sitePioneer campers who are 15 years old and choose the Gray Jay hike option will be based fromour Gray Jay site near Sundre, AB. During their time at camp, these Pioneer campers will learnto work as a team and develop personal strengths and abilities while participating in a 7-dayhiking trip. Their focus at camp will be on learning outtripping skills and developing leadershipabilities. Gray Jay campers spend their last night at our Mainsite. Campers must be the correctage by Nov 15, 2013.Female (15Y ) | $1250 + GSTMale (15Y ) | $1250 + GSTBarcode Session Dates Barcode Session Dates78902 1 Jul 7 – 19 78904 1 Jul 7 – 1978903 3 Aug 4 – 16 78905 3 Aug 4 – 16PIONEERHike/Horse Program (13 Days)Age: 14–15Y (Males ONLY) | Gray jay sitePioneer campers who are 15 years old and choose the hike/horse option will be based from ourGray Jay site near Sundre, AB. During their time at camp, these Pioneer campers will learn towork as a team and develop personal strengths and abilities while participating in a 3-day horseexperience and a 6-day hiking trip. Their focus at camp will be on learning outtripping skills,The descriptions in this program guide are only a synopsis. Please review our Camp Descriptions and Risk Awareness documents at YMCACalgary.org for a full description.8YMCACalgary.org

YMCA CalgaryCamp Chief hector YMCA9horsemanship, and developing leadership abilities. Gray Jay campers spend their last night atour Mainsite. Campers must be the correct age by Nov 15, 2013.Male (14–15Y ) | $1250 + GSTBarcode Session Dates78906 2 Jul 21 – Aug 278907 4 Aug 18 – 30SENIOR SHOTUNGWA (13 Days)Age: 14–15Y (Females only) | Gray jay siteSr. Shotungwa campers will be based from our Gray Jay site near Sundre, AB. During their timeat camp, campers will develop personal strengths and abilities while experience working as ateam with their group as well as with their horse. The Sr. Shotungwa program includes arenariding and trail riding, as well as learning about horse grooming and saddling, training and firstaid. Sr. Shotungwa campers will also participate in a 4-day backpacking trip in the Yaha Tindaarea. An important focus at camp will be on learning new skills and developing leadershipabilities. Sr. Shotungwa campers spend their last night at our Mainsite. Campers must be thecorrect age by Nov 15, 2013.Female (14–15Y ) | $1325 + GSTBarcode Session Dates78923 1 Jul 7 – 1978924 2 Jul 21 – Aug 278925 3 Aug 4 – 1678926 4 Aug 18 – 30LEADERSHIP ICanoe Program (27 Days)Age: 16Y | midcampLeadership I campers who are 16 years old and choose the Canoe option will participate in a16 day canoe trip on the Churchill River in northern Saskatchewan. During their first week atcamp, these Leadership I campers will plan and prepare for their trip and learn to work as ateam. Throughout their month-long experience, they will develop personal strengths and newabilities. Their focus at camp will be on learning and developing outtripping skills and leadershipabilities in the backcountry. Campers must be the correct age by Nov 15, 2013.Female (16Y ) | $2630 + GSTMale (16Y ) | $2630 + GSTBarcode Session Dates Barcode Session Dates78816 1 Jul 7 – Aug 2 78818 1 Jul 7 – Aug 278817 2 Aug 4 – 30 78819 2 Aug 4 – 30LEADERSHIP iHike Program (27 Days)Age: 16Y | midcampLeadership I campers who are 16 years old and choose the Hike option will participate in a19-day hiking trip in the front ranges of the Rocky Mountains. During their first week at camp,these Leadership I campers will prepare by going on a stout day-hike, packing personal itemsand food for their hiking expedition and pre-packaging the food drop they will pick up midhike.Throughout their month-long experience, they will develop personal strengths and newabilities. Their focus at camp will be on learning and developing outtripping skills and leadershipabilities in the backcountry. Campers must be the correct age by Nov 15, 2013.Female (16Y ) | $2480 + GSTMale (16Y ) | $2480 + GSTBarcode Session Dates Barcode Session Dates78822 1 Jul 7 – Aug 2 78824 1 Jul 7 – Aug 278823 2 Aug 4 – 30 78825 2 Aug 4 – 30LEADERSHIP iHike/Horse Program (27 Days)Age: 16Y | gray jay siteLeadership I campers who are 16 years old and choose the Hike/Horse option will be based fromour Gray Jay site near Sundre, AB. During their time at camp, these Leadership I campers willlearn to work as a team and develop personal strengths and new abilities. They will participatein a 4-day and a 10-day backpacking trip, as well as a 4-day horse experience. Their focus atcamp will be on learning and developing outtripping skills, horsemanship and leadershipabilities in the backcountry. Gray Jay campers spend their last night at our Mainsite. Campersmust be the correct age by Nov 15, 2013.Female (16Y ) | $2480 + GSTMale (16Y ) | $2480 + GSTBarcode Session Dates Barcode Session Dates78826 1 Jul 7 – Aug 2 78828 1 Jul 7 – Aug 278827 2 Aug 4 – 30 78829 2 Aug 4 – 30The descriptions in this program guide are only a synopsis. Please review our Camp Descriptions and Risk Awareness documents at YMCACalgary.org for a full description.YMCACalgary.org9

10YMCA CalgaryCamp Chief hector YMCALEADERSHIP IN TRAININGTraditional Program (20 Days)Age: 17YLeadership in Training registration is by interview and selection process and is open to pastLeadership I participants. Information and applications will be emailed out in December. Contactour registration office at 403-269-6156 or 1-866-430-9622 for an application if you have notreceived one by early December. The 20-day Leadership in Training program is an opportunityfor young adults to learn and experience the responsibilities, challenges, and rewards involvedin camp counselling. Campers may also apply to do the Leadership in Training Hike program.Campers must be the correct age by Nov 15, 2013.Female (17Y ) | $500 + GSTMale (17Y ) | $500 + GSTBarcode Dates Barcode Dates78936 Jun 30 – Jul 19 78939 Jun 30 – Jul 1978937 Jul 14 – Aug 2 78940 Jul 14 – Aug 278938 Jul 28 – Aug 16 78941 Jul 28 – Aug 16LEADERSHIP IN TRAININGHike Program (13 Days)Age: 17YLeadership in Training registration is by interview and selection process and is open to pastLeadership I participants. Application and information will be emailed out in December. Contactour registration office at 403-269-6156 or 1-866-430-9622 for an application if you have notreceived one by early December. The Leadership in Training Hike program is an opportunity foryoung adults to learn and experience the responsibility of trip leading, map reading, camp siteset-up and cook-site rules. A pre-requisite to the LIT Hike program is the 20-day Leadership inTraining program. Campers must be the correct age by Nov 15, 2013.Female (17Y ) | $1300 + GSTMale (17Y ) | $1300 + GSTBarcode Dates Barcode Dates78832 Aug 18 – 30 78833 Aug 18 – 30SAC DENE (56 Days)Age: 17YLeadership in Training registration is by interview and selection process and is open to pastLeadership I participants. Applications and information will be emailed out in December.Contact our registration office at 403-269-6156 or 1-866-430-9622 for an application if youhave not received one by early December. Participants who are chosen for the Sac Dene canoetrip will come to camp from July 7 to August 30. During their time at camp and in canoes, theseLIT campers will learn to work as a team and develop personal strengths and new abilities in aremote setting. Their two-month long camp experience will include driving to and flying fromthe river, many days of paddling and stops along the Mackenzie river in small communities, andbecoming a co-counsellor for their last week at camp. Their focus at camp will be on learningand developing peer and group leadership abilities. Campers must be the correct age by Nov 15,2013.Female (17Y ) | $5500 + GSTMale (17Y ) | $5500 + GSTBarcode Session Dates Barcode Session Dates78836 1 Jul 7 – Aug 30 78837 1 Jul 7 – Aug 30SUMMER FAMILY CAMPAll AgesOur Family Camp program features all of our regular summer activities for family membersof all ages. Participants will have the opportunity to canoe or swim in the lake, sing songs atcampfires, shoot arrows, make crafts and explore our hiking trails. Older kids and adults mayhave the chance to go horseback riding and try our high ropes course. Please see our campdescription on the website or call our office for age limitations for these activities. *Familycamp participants are responsible for their own transportation to and from camp. Indicateyour preference for accommodations - room assignments will confirmed by our office. Clusterrooms sleep 14 in bunk beds, tipis sleep 10 in bunks beds, the yurt sleeps 10 on cots, Longhouserooms sleep 4 in bunk beds. Accommodation requests will be honoured in the order in which theregistrations are received. On-line registration is not available for Family Camp due to bookingaccommodations. Please call us at 403-269-6156 or 1-866-430-8622 to register. Campers mustbe the correct age by Nov 15, 2013.17Y & up: $445 + GST | 10–16Y: $310 + GST | 4–9Y: $260 + GST3Y & under: FreeBarcode Session Dates78762 G Aug 18 – 2378763 H Aug 25 – 30SUMMER WEEKLY DAY CAMPSKoskaAge: 7Y - 9YKoska campers come to day camp for a five day, Monday to Friday session. They will experiencemany camp activities, including canoeing, climbing, arts and crafts, hiking, archery, and lots ofgames! These Koska campers will learn to work as a team and experience new activities andchallenges with the guidance of their counsellor. Please note: Camping overnights are offeredwith residential camp options only. Bussing is available from Canmore and Exshaw at anadditional cost. On-line registration is not available for day camps due to bus options. Pleasecall us at 403-269-6156 or 1-866-430-9622 to register. Campers must be the correct age by Nov15, 2013.Co-ed (7Y – 9Y) | Camp Fee: $190 | Bus Fee: $45 + GSTBarcode Session Dates78754 A Jul 8 – 1278755 B Jul 15 – 1978756 C Jul 22 – 2678757 D Jul 29 – Aug 2The descriptions in this program guide are only a synopsis. Please review our Camp Descriptions and Risk Awareness documents at YMCACalgary.org for a full description.10YMCACalgary.org

YMCA CalgaryCamp Chief hector YMCA11EshguinAge: 10Y - 11YEshguin campers come to day camp for a five day, Monday to Friday session. They willexperience many camp activities, including canoeing, arts and crafts, hiking, archery, and lots ofgames! Eshguin campers make new friends, reunite with old friends and create adventures withthe guidance of their counsellor. Please note: Camping overnights are offered with residentialcamp options only. Bussing is available from Canmore and Exshaw at an additional cost. On-lineregistration is not available for day camps due to bus options. Please call us at 403-269-6156 or1-866-430-9622 to register. Campers must be the correct age by Nov 15, 2013.Co-ed (10Y – 11Y) | Camp Fee: $190 | Bus Fee: $45 + GSTBarcode Session Dates78754 A Jul 8 – 1278755 B Jul 15 – 1978756 C Jul 22 – 2678757 D Jul 29 – Aug 2The descriptions in this program guide are only a synopsis. Please review our Camp Descriptions and Risk Awareness documents at YMCACalgary.org for a full description.YMCACalgary.org11

12YMCA CalgaryCamp Chief hector YMCAWeekend facilityRentalsCamp Chief Hector has the amenities, activities and friendly welcoming staff to make a safe,adventurous and fun weekend for groups of 8-200 people. For sports teams, clubs and othergroups we offer a wide range of activities suited for youth and adults from ropes courses toarchery, hiking, canoeing and much more. We have indoor bunk-bed accommodations yearroundas well as tipis in the spring and fall. Break-out spaces are available for activities orconference- style meetings. Also available: portable projector/screen, whiteboard and markers,stereo equipment, full coffee and tea service and much more. Shared indoor accommodationsare a great way for teams, clubs or other groups to spend a fun weekend together in themountains. Our food services team is able to accommodate special dietary restrictions and foodallergies including vegetarian, no pork/seafood, dairy and/or gluten free and is happy to discussmenu requests with you.Our Hector Health Centre is a great space for weekends together with friends and family. Withtwo spacious living rooms, a full kitchen, large deck, four washrooms and enough beds to sleep16 the Health Centre is the perfect space to have a family reunion, or to host a games or craftretreat.We also do weddings!For more information or to inquireabout booking availability, please contactSteve MacDonald at smacdona@calgary.ymca.caor at (403) 673-3858 (ext. 202)12YMCACalgary.org

YMCA CalgaryCamp Chief hector YMCA13outdoor schoolALL ABOUT OUTDOOR SCHOOLSFor more than 30 years, Camp Chief Hector YMCA has hosted groups of grade 5 to 12 studentsat our Outdoor Schools programs. These unique opportunities enhance school learning, buildcommunication and cooperative skills and provide a shared experience for students of differentbackgrounds. Financial assistance is available.All Outdoor Schools programs are centered on the four YMCA core values: Caring, Honesty,Respect and Responsibility. By blending the skills of dynamic staff and carefully selected learningactivities, we have built a legacy of building strong kids who become community leaders in yearsto come.Hector Spring SchoolAll AgesHector Spring School is a program designed to meet various learning objectives from the Grades4-6 Science and Social Studies program of studies. Students will learn about the food chain asthey play the Predator Prey game and revisit the past through exploring our Voyageur heritagein big canoes. During their day hike they will adventure around the foothills and learn toidentify different tree species as they explore the forest and wetlands. Students will learn aboutthe stories of early Canadians as they participate in cultural activities such as tipi living andanimal tracking. Cost $205/student plus GST and transportation.Outdoor Experiential SchoolAll AgesThe Outdoor Experiential School program is designed for students in Grades 7-12 and aimsto foster positive social growth, group awareness, and leadership development. Studentsparticipate in a number of activities designed to develop teamwork and outdoor living skills suchas hiking, canoeing, high ropes, the challenge course, initiative tasks, fire-building, camp craft,and archery. Cost $255/student plus GST and transportation.EcoschoolAge:10Y and upECO School is geared towards students in Grades 4-6 and aims to develop environmental awarenessand community-building in an outdoor setting. Student learning is fun, active and experiential. In thisOutdoor School program, counsellors help students explore the Bow Valley, examine various tree species,play the Predator Prey game, and build teamwork through the low ropes and challenge courses. It ispossible to adapt the traditional program in order to meet the unique learning goals of your students.Cost $205/student plus GST and transportation.custom bookingsCustom group programs are available for school groups who want to work together to build communityand develop their leadership skills. With the guidance of YMCA staff members, students are able toparticipate in activities such as initiative games, low ropes, archery, hiking, the challenge course, thePredator/Prey game and the high ropes area. It is also possible to book our site for teacher-facilitatedprograms such as a leadership development program or band camp. Costs vary depending on programlength, meal requirements and activity selection.For more information or to inquireabout booking availability, please contactNikki Thomson at nthomson@calgary.ymca.caor at (403) 673-3858 (ext. 201)Sunship EartHAll AgesSunship Earth is designed for students in Grades 4-6 and encourages students to reconnect with theearth and reflect upon their ecological practices. Students learn about energy flow, cycling, diversity,community, interrelationships, change, and adaptations. Activities such as helping a giant leafphotosynthesize, building soil from rocks, and playing a squirrel as its food resources change, helpstudents to understand these concepts. Cost is $210/student plus GST and transportation.YMCACalgary.org13