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CAMPS 

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DATES 

Teachers’ Convention 

February 16-17 

Spring Break Camps 

March 26 – 30 (CBE) 

April 9 – 13 (CSSD) 

Summer Day Camps 

July 3 – August 24 

Dailies August 27 – 31 

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AGES 

3Y – 17Y 

LOCATIOnS 

Crowfoot YMCA 

Eau Claire YMCA 

Saddletowne YMCA 

Shawnessy YMCA

Table of Contents 

Medical ForMs...........................................3 

2012 Day Camps Medical Form ........................................ 3 

Climbing wall waiver ...................................................... 5 

TEAChErS’ ConvEnTion DAY CAMpS ............. 7 

Spring BrEAk DAY CAMpS ................................... 8 

Tenderfoot ...................................................................................... 8 

Discoverers ...................................................................................... 9 

Explorers ......................................................................................... 10 

Adventurers .................................................................................... 10 

Challengers ..................................................................................... 11 

SuMMEr DAY CAMpS .............................................. 12 

Tenderfoot ...................................................................................... 12 

Discoverers ...................................................................................... 13 

Explorers ......................................................................................... 14 

Adventurers .................................................................................... 15 

Challengers ..................................................................................... 16 

Ultimate Leaders ............................................................................. 17 

SuMMEr DAiliES ....................................................... 18 

Tenderfoot ...................................................................................... 18 

Discoverers ...................................................................................... 18 

Explorers ......................................................................................... 19 

Adventurers .................................................................................... 19 

Challengers ..................................................................................... 19 

CAMp rivErEDgE & ABoriginAl CAMpS ........ 20 

CAMp ChiEF hECTor YMCA.................................. 21 

Spring Break Overnight Camp ........................................................ 21 

Summer Weekly Day Camps ........................................................... 21 

Yoga Retreat ................................................................................... 21 

Spring Family Weekend .................................................................. 21 

Summer Family Camp ..................................................................... 21 

Chiniquay Camps ............................................................................ 22 

Mistaya Camps ................................................................................ 22 

Junior Shotungwa Camps ............................................................... 23 

Kananaskin Camps .......................................................................... 23 

Pioneer Camps ................................................................................ 24 

Senior Shotungwa Camps ............................................................... 25 

Leadership Camps ........................................................................... 25 

Sac Dene Experience ....................................................................... 26 

DAY CAMp prE- AnD poST-CAMp CArE 

AgE: 3Y - 17Y 

We offer morning and afternoon care for children and youth ages 3 to 13 who are attending 

YMCA Day Camps. Pre- and Post-Camp Care is available at the Crowfoot, Eau Claire, Shawnessy, 

Saddletowne and YMCA Bishop McNally. A $1/minute late fee will be charged to those who are 

late picking up their campers. Pre-Camp Care: 7:30 - 8:30am. Post-Camp Care: 4:30 - 5:30pm. 

$3/camper/component. 

2012 CAMp DATES 

(For both Members and Non members) 

Teacher’s Convention Spring Break Day Camps 

February 16 - 17 March 26 - 30 (CBE) | April 9 - 13 (CSSD) 

Summer Day Camps Summer Dailies 

July 3 - August 24 August 27 - 31 

Camp Chief Hector Residential Summer Camps 

July 1 - August 24 

rEgiSTrATion DATES 

(For both Members and Non members) 

December 1, 2011 January 1, 2012 February 1, 2012 

CCHY New Camper Registration Teachers Convention Summer Day Camps 

Spring Break Day Camps Summer Dailies 

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For Camp Chief Hector forms please visit ymcacalgary.org or call 403-269-6156. 

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YMCA CALGARY | sAddLetowne and sHAwnessY YMCAs 


2012 Climbing Wall waiver 

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Teachers’ Convention Day Camps 

DiSCovErErS SChool BrEAk DAY CAMp 

AgE: 6Y - 7Y 

A great foundation, and a lot of fun. Campers will use arts and crafts, singing, games, 

recreational swimming, outdoor activities and gym time to develop skills, learn and grow. 


71067 Th 8:30- 4:30PM Feb 16 Classes: 1 M $29 NM $33 

71068 F 8:30- 4:30PM Feb 17 Classes: 1 M $29 NM $33 







Shawnessy YMCA 



ExplorErS SChool BrEAk DAY CAMp 

AgE: 8Y - 9Y 

Explorers have lots of fun with arts and crafts, swimming, games, gym time and exploring the 

outdoors, all while developing skills, learning and growing. 













ADvEnTurErS SChool BrEAk DAY CAMpS 

AgE: 10Y - 11Y 

Adventurers will learn responsibility and make new friends while enjoying activities like art, gym 

time, group games, recreational swimming and environmental awareness. 













ChAllEngErS SChool BrEAk DAY CAMpS 

AgE: 12Y - 13Y 

Reach for new heights of success and self awareness through mental, social, and physical 

challenges and recreation. Challengers will learn environmental awareness, fitness activities, 

familiar games, sports, and crafts and swimming to challenge participants to reinforce 

interpersonal skills and self-confidence. 














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Tenderfoot 

Spring Break Day Camps 

TEnDErFooT SChool BrEAk DAY CAMpS 

Morning | AgE: 3Y - 5Y 

Bring your smiles to this fun-filled camp. Your child will love playing games, going for a swim, and 

creating crafts at this half-day camp. Children must be toilet-trained and able to follow directions. 

Please note: swimming is available at the Crowfoot, Saddletowne and Shawnessy YMCAs. 


71422 M 8:30-11:30AM Mar 26 Classes: 1 M $17 NM $20 

71423 Tu 8:30-11:30AM Mar 27 Classes: 1 M $17 NM $20 

71424 W 8:30-11:30AM Mar 28 Classes: 1 M $17 NM $20 

71425 Th 8:30-11:30AM Mar 29 Classes: 1 M $17 NM $20 

71426 F 8:30-11:30AM Mar 30 Classes: 1 M $17 NM $20 







74701 M 8:30-11:30AM Apr 9 Classes: 1 M $17 NM $20 

74702 Tu 8:30-11:30AM Apr 10 Classes: 1 M $17 NM $20 

74703 W 8:30-11:30AM Apr 11 Classes: 1 M $17 NM $20 

74704 Th 8:30-11:30AM Apr 12 Classes: 1 M $17 NM $20 

74705 F 8:30-11:30AM Apr 13 Classes: 1 M $17 NM $20 























TEnDErFooT SChool BrEAk DAY CAMp 

AFTErnoon | AgE: 3Y - 5Y 

Bring your smiles to this fun-filled camp. Your child will love playing games, going for a swim, 

and creating crafts at this half-day camp. Children must be toilet-trained and able to follow 

directions. This camp swims as part of the afternoon fun! 


71398 M 1:30- 4:30PM Mar 26 Classes: 1 M $17 NM $20 

71399 Tu 1:30- 4:30PM Mar 27 Classes: 1 M $17 NM $20 

71400 W 1:30- 4:30PM Mar 28 Classes: 1 M $17 NM $20 

71401 Th 1:30- 4:30PM Mar 29 Classes: 1 M $17 NM $20 

71402 F 1:30- 4:30PM Mar 30 Classes: 1 M $17 NM $20 


































TEnDErFooT SChool BrEAk DAY CAMpS 

Full DAYS | AgE: 4Y - 5Y 

Children will spend the whole day with us enjoying swimming, arts and crafts, singing, outdoor 

activities and games in the gym. Children must be toilet-trained and able to follow directions. 


71363 M 8:30-4:30PM Mar 26 Classes: 1 M $29 NM $33 

71364 Tu 8:30-4:30PM Mar 27 Classes: 1 M $29 NM $33 

71365 W 8:30-4:30PM Mar 28 Classes: 1 M $29 NM $33 

71366 Th 8:30-4:30PM Mar 29 Classes: 1 M $29 NM $33 

71367 F 8:30-4:30PM Mar 30 Classes: 1 M $29 NM $33 







74670 M 8:30-4:30PM Apr 9 Classes: 1 M $29 NM $33 

74671 Tu 8:30-4:30PM Apr 10 Classes: 1 M $29 NM $33 

74672 W 8:30-4:30PM Apr 11 Classes: 1 M $29 NM $33 

74673 Th 8:30-4:30PM Apr 12 Classes: 1 M $29 NM $33 

74674 F 8:30-4:30PM Apr 13 Classes: 1 M $29 NM $33 




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TEnDErFooT SChool BrEAk SwiM SkillS 

AgE:4Y - 5Y 

All the fun of day camp, and a swim lesson too! Campers will learn swimming skills daily as offered 

through the YMCA’s National Swimming Program, and participate in arts and crafts, games, sports 

and outdoor activities. Children must be toilet-trained and able to follow directions. 


71446 M-F 8:30- 4:30PM Mar 26 Classes: 5 M $175 NM $200 







discoverers 

Spring Break Day Camps 

DiSCovErErS SChool BrEAk DAY CAMp 

AgE: 6Y - 7Y 

A great foundation, and a lot of fun. This camp is loaded with arts and crafts, singing, games, 


A recreational swim time is included. 








































DiSCovErErS SChool BrEAk SwiM SkillS 

AgE: 6Y - 7Y 

Enjoy all the fun of day camps and learn swimming skills too. Children will attend swimming 

lessons daily based on the YMCA’s National Swimming program and participate in arts and 

crafts, games, sports galore and recreational swimming. 












explorers 

ExplorErS SChool BrEAk DAY CAMp 

AgE: 8Y - 9Y 















74654 M 8:30- 4:30PM Apr 9 Classes: 1 M $29 NM $33 

74655 Tu 8:30- 4:30PM Apr 10 Classes: 1 M $29 NM $33 

74656 W 8:30- 4:30PM Apr 11 Classes: 1 M $29 NM $33 

74657 Th 8:30- 4:30PM Apr 12 Classes: 1 M $29 NM $33 

74658 F 8:30- 4:30PM Apr 13 Classes: 1 M $29 NM $33 























ExplorErS SChool BrEAk SwiM SkillS 

AgE: 8Y - 9Y 

Explorers who love the water can do it all! Campers will attend swimming lessons daily based 

on the YMCA’s National Swimming program and participate in arts and crafts, games, sports, 

outdoor activities and recreational swimming. 









adventurers 

ADvEnTurErS SChool BrEAk DAY CAMpS 

AgE: 10Y - 11Y 










































ADvEnTurErS SChool BrEAk SwiM SkillS 

AgE: 10Y - 11Y 

Day camp is fun, in and out of the pool. Swim Skills Adventurers will attend swimming lessons 

daily based on the YMCA’s National Swimming program and participate in arts and crafts, 

games, sports, outdoor activities and recreational swimming. 










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challengers 

ChAllEngErS SChool BrEAk DAY CAMpS 

AgE: 12Y - 13Y 


challenges and recreation. Environmental awareness, weight floor and fitness activities – 

along with more familiar games, sports, and crafts – will challenge participants to reinforce 

interpersonal skills and self-confidence. A recreational swim time is included each afternoon. 








































ChAllEngErS SChool BrEAk SwiM SkillS 

AgE: 12Y - 13Y 

Reach new heights in and out of the pool! Swim Skills Challengers will attend swimming lessons 

daily based on the YMCA’s National Swimming program and participate in familiar activities 

such as arts and crafts, games, sports, outdoor activities and recreational swimming. 








70777 M- F 8:30- 4:30PM Mar 26 Classes: 5 M $175 NM $200 



Tenderfoot 

Summer Day Camps 

TEnDErFooT Morning wEEklY CAMp 

AgE: 3Y - 5Y 





71338 Tu-F 8:30-11:30AM Jul 3 Classes: 4 M $68 NM $80 

71339 M-F 8:30-11:30AM Jul 9 Classes: 5 M $85 NM $100 




71342 Tu-F 8:30-11:30AM Aug 7 Classes: 4 M $68 NM $80 

71343 M-F 8:30-11:30AM Aug 13 Classes: 5 M $85 NM $100 





























TEnDErFooT AFTErnoon wEEklY CAMp 

AgE: 3Y - 5Y 





71285 Tu-F 1:30- 4:30PM Jul 3 Classes: 4 M $68 NM $80 

71279 M-F 1:30- 4:30PM Jul 9 Classes: 5 M $85 NM $100 




71282 Tu-F 1:30- 4:30PM Aug 7 Classes: 4 M $68 NM $80 

71283 M-F 1:30- 4:30PM Aug 13 Classes: 5 M $85 NM $100 





























TEnDErFooT wEEklY CAMp 

AgE: 4Y - 5Y 

Introduce your children to camp in YMCA’s Tenderfoot full-day program. Children will enjoy 

swimming, arts and crafts, singing, outdoor activities and games in the gym. During the week, 

campers can look forward to one full-day field trip that does not include swimming. Children 

must be toilet-trained and able to follow directions. 



















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TEnDErFooT SwiM opTion 

AgE: 4Y - 5Y 

All the fun of day camp, and a swim lesson too! Campers will learn swimming skills as offered 

through the YMCA’s National Swimming Program, and participate in arts and crafts, games, 

sports and outdoor activities. Children must be toilet-trained and able to follow directions. Each 

week, campers can also look forward to one full-day field trip that does not include swimming. 


71476 Tu-F, M-F 8:30- 4:30PM Jul 3 Classes: 9 M $324 NM $369 


71478 M-F, Tu-F 8:30- 4:30PM Jul 30 Classes: 9 M $324 NM $369 

















discoverers 

DiSCCovErS wEEklY CAMp 

AgE: 6Y - 7Y 

A great foundation and a lot of fun. This camp is loaded with arts and crafts, singing, games, 


A recreational swim time is included. During the week, campers can look forward to one full-day 

field trip that does not include swimming. 





































DiSCovErErS CrEATivE ArT opTion 

AgE: 6Y - 7Y 

The Creative Art Option lets Discoverers express themselves! Campers are introduced to arts and 

crafts, music, dance and drama as well as participating in games, gym time, singing, outdoor 

adventures and recreational swimming. During the week, campers can look forward to one 

full-day field trip that does not include swimming. 










DiSCovErErS ESl opTion 

AgE: 6Y - 7Y 

English as a Second Language day camps combine the fun and action of day camps with 

activities that help campers develop language skills. ESL campers receive extra help with English 

during the week and take part in arts and crafts, games, drama, gym time, singing, outdoor 

adventures and recreational swimming with English speaking campers. During the week, 

campers can look forward to one full-day field trip that does not include swimming. 













DiSCovErErS SwiM opTion 

AgE: 6Y - 7Y 

Enjoy all the fun of day camps and learn swimming skills too! Discoverers will attend swimming 

lessons based on the YMCA’s National Swimming program and participate in arts and crafts, 

games, sports galore and recreational swimming. During each week of this two week camp, 

Discoverers can look forward to one full-day field trip that does not include swimming. 

Campers will be placed in a swimming class appropriate to their level. 





















explorers 

ExplorErS wEEklY CAMp 

AgE: 8Y - 9Y 

Explorers will have lots of fun with arts and crafts, swimming, games, gym time and exploring 

the outdoors, all while developing skills, learning and growing. During the week, campers can 

look forward to one full-day field trip that does not include swimming. 





































ExplorErS CliMBing opTion 

AgE: 8Y - 9Y 

Explorers can learn the ropes and challenge themselves with the wall climbing option. For two 

hours each day, experienced climbing instructors help campers learn the basics of wall ascent and 

safety essentials while they gain confidence and have fun! Campers will also participate in activities 

such as recreational swimming, arts and crafts, games, drama, gym time, singing and outdoor 

adventures. Please note: Waiver MUST be signed by a parent or guardian prior to climbing. 



















ExplorErS CrEATivE ArT opTion 

AgE: 8Y - 9Y 

Campers develop their inner artists through drawing and painting, music and dance. Campers 

will also participate in activities such as arts and crafts, games, drama, gym time, singing, 

recreational swimming and outdoor adventures. During the week, campers can look forward to 

one full-day field trip that does not include swimming. 









ExplorErS ESl opTion 

AgE: 8Y - 9Y 















ExplorErS SwiM opTion 

AgE: 8Y - 9Y 

Explorers who love the water can do it all! Explorers will attend swimming lessons based on the 

YMCA’s National Swimming program, as well as arts, singing, drama, all sorts of games, sports, 

outdoor activities and more swimming. During each week of this two week camp, Explorers can 

look forward to one full-day field trip that does not include swimming. Campers will be placed in 

a swimming class appropriate to their level. 





















adventurers 

ADvEnTurErS wEEklY CAMp 

AgE: 10Y - 11Y 

Get ready for action-packed fun and activities. In this camp, kids will learn understanding and 

responsibility try new things and make new friends. Activities include arts and crafts, gym time, 

group games, recreational swimming and environmental awareness. During the week, campers 

can look forwards to one full-day field trip that does not include swimming. 





































ADvEnTurErS CliMBing opTion 

AgE: 10Y - 11Y 

Adventurers can learn the ropes and challenge themselves with the Climbing Option. For two 

hours each day, experienced climbing instructors help campers learn proper equipment use, 

safety and climbing techniques while they gain confidence and have fun! Campers will also 

participate in activities such as recreational swimming, arts and crafts, games, drama, gym time, 

singing and outdoor adventures. Participants will climb two hours each day. Please note: Waiver 

MUST be signed by a parent or guardian prior to climbing. 






















ADvEnTurErS CrEATivE ArT opTion 

AgE: 10Y - 11Y 

Adventurers explore their creative sides through sketching, clay work, painting, music and 

dance, and exhibit their creations at the end of each session. Campers will also enjoy activities 

including daily recreational swimming, arts and crafts, games, drama, gym time, singing and 

outdoor adventures. During the week, campers can look forward to one full-day field trip that 

does not include swimming. 






ADvEnTurErS ESl opTion 

AgE: 10Y - 11Y 







74593 Tu-F 8:30-4:30PM Jul 3 Classes: 4 M $124 NM $140 








ADvEnTurErS SwiM opTion 

AgE: 10Y - 11Y 

Day camp is fun, in and out of the pool! Swim Option Adventurers will take swimming lessons, 

and keep you busy while you join other campers for arts and crafts, games, sports, outdoor 

activities and recreational swimming. During each week of this two week camp, Adventurers can 

look forward to one full-day field trip that does not include swimming. Swimmers are placed in a 

class appropriate to their level. 





















challengers 

ChAllEngErS wEEklY CAMp 

AgE: 12Y - 13Y 

Reach for new heights of success and self awareness through mental, social and physical 

challenges and recreation. Environmental awareness, weight floor and fitness activities, along 

with more familiar games, sports and crafts will challenge participants to reinforce interpersonal 

skills and self confidence. A recreational swim time is included each afternoon, with the 

exception of one day when participants will leave the facility for a weekly field trip.. 





































ChAllEngErS CliMBing opTion 

AgE: 12Y - 13Y 

Challengers can learn the ropes and challenge themselves with the Climbing Option. For two 

hours each day, experienced climbing instructors help campers learn proper equipment use, 

safety and climbing techniques while they gain confidence and have fun! Campers will also 

participate in activities such as recreational swimming, arts and crafts, games, drama, gym time, 

singing and outdoor adventures. Participants will climb two hours each day. Please note: Waiver 

MUST be signed by a parent or guardian prior to climbing. 















70726 M-F 8:30- 4:30PM Jul 9 Classes: 5 M $200 NM$230 







ChAllEngErS ESl opTion 

AgE: 12Y - 13Y 















ChAllEngErS SwiM opTion 

AgE: 12Y - 13Y 

Day camp is fun, in and out of the pool! Challenger swim option will attend swimming lessons, 

and join other campers for arts and crafts, exciting games, sports, outdoor activities and 

recreational swimming for the rest of their day. During each week of this two week camp, 

Challengers can look forward to one full-day field trip that does not include swimming. 

Swimmers are placed in a skill and stroke development class appropriate to their level. 





















Ultimate leaders 

uliTMATE lEADErS 

AgE: 14Y - 15Y 

Get ready to take charge as a camp leader by participating in workshops, games and activities. 

Participants will plan games for younger campers, practice communication skills and conflict 

resolution, prepare their own community enhancement project and learn to lead responsibly. 

Experienced YMCA staff will mentor participants as they develop from eager and talented youth 

into respected, caring and extraordinary Ultimate Leaders. Don’t just have a good summer; 

come join us and make it Ultimate. 
























Tenderfoot 

TEnDErFooT SuMMEr DAiliES Morning 

AgE: 3Y - 5Y 





71468 M 8:30-11:30AM Aug 27 Classes: 1 M $17 NM $20 

71469 Tu 8:30-11:30AM Aug 28 Classes: 1 M $17 NM $20 

71474 W 8:30-11:30AM Aug 29 Classes: 1 M $17 NM $20 

74321 Th 8:30-11:30AM Aug 30 Classes: 1 M $17 NM $20 

74322 F 8:30-11:30AM Aug 31 Classes: 1 M $17 NM $20 



















TEnDErFooT SuMMEr DAiliES AFTErnoon 

AgE: 3Y - 5Y 





71459 M 1:30- 4:30PM Aug 27 Classes: 1 M $17 NM $20 

71460 Tu 1:30- 4:30PM Aug 28 Classes: 1 M $17 NM $20 

71465 W 1:30- 4:30PM Aug 29 Classes: 1 M $17 NM $20 

74319 Th 1:30- 4:30PM Aug 30 Classes: 1 M $17 NM $20 

74320 F 1:30- 4:30PM Aug 31 Classes: 1 M $17 NM $20 













Summer Dailies 







TEnDErFooT SuMMEr DAiliES 

AgE: 4Y - 5Y 

Introduce your children to camp in YMCA’s Tenderfoot full-day program. Children will enjoy 

swimming, arts and crafts, singing, outdoor activities and games in the gym. Children must be 

toilet-trained and able to follow directions. 

























discoverers 

DiSCovErErS SuMMEr DAiliES 

AgE: 6Y - 7Y 

A great foundation, and a lot of fun. Campers will use arts and crafts, singing, games, 





























explorers 

ExplorErS SuMMEr DAiliES 

AgE: 8Y - 9Y 



























adventurers 

ADvEnTurErS SuMMEr DAiliES 

AgE: 10Y - 11Y 



























challengers 

ChAllEngErS SuMMEr DAiliES 

AgE: 12Y - 13Y 


challenges and recreation. Environmental awareness, weight floor and fitness activities – 

along with more familiar games, sports, and crafts – will challenge participants to reinforce 

interpersonal skills and self-confidence. A recreational swim time is included in the afternoon. 




























Camp Riveredge & Aboriginal Camps 

aboriginal day camps 

AgE: 7Y - 13Y 

Located within city limits along the Elbow River, this two week outdoor Day Camp for Aboriginal 

children and youth is offered in partnership with YMCA Camp Riveredge. Participants learn 

and have fun with activities like archery, outdoor aquatics, crafts and games and various other 

cultural activities. Children and youth can ONLY be registered by the Aboriginal Programs and 

Services Coordinator. Parents inquiring about camps can call 403-537-1723. 

70800 Tu-F, M-F 8:00- 4:30PM Jul 3 Classes: 9 

70801 M-F 8:00- 4:30PM Jul 16 Classes: 10 

70802 M-F, Tu-F 8:00- 4:30PM Jul 30 Classes: 9 

70803 M-F 8:00- 4:30PM Aug 13 Classes: 10 

camp riveredge YMca 

rivErEDgE huMMingBirDS wEEklY CAMp 

AgE: 6Y - 7Y 

Experience our five-day outdoor camp filled with exciting waterfront activities, arts and crafts, 

games, archery and a challenge course. Campers also experience a special guest visit each week. 









rivErEDgE hAwkS wEEklY CAMp 

AgE: 8Y - 9Y 

Experience our five-day outdoor camp filled with exciting waterfront activities, arts and crafts, 

games, archery and a challenge course. Hawks also experience a special guest visit each week. 









rivErEDgE FAlConS wEEklY CAMp 

AgE: 10Y - 11Y 

During this five-day session, Riveredge Falcons will try their hands at archery and enjoy 

waterfront activities, a challenge course, arts and crafts, games and possibly an off-site 

adventure. 









rivErEDgE FAlConS Two wEEk CAMp 

AgE: 10Y - 11Y 

Riveredge Falcons enjoy the fun and adventure of an off-site hike and a night spent in an on-site 

tipi! The 10-day session also includes activities such as archery, waterfront activities, a challenge 

course, bouldering, arts, crafts and games. 





rivErEDgE EAglES wEEklY CAMp 

AgE: 12Y - 13Y 

During the five-day session, Eagles will learn archery, take on the challenge course, and enjoy 

waterfront activities, bouldering, arts and crafts, games and a possible off-site adventure. 









rivErEDgE EAglES Two wEEk CAMp 

AgE: 12Y - 13Y 

During the 10-day session, Eagles take part in archery, waterfront activities, a challenge course, 

bouldering, arts and crafts, games and a canoeing experience. They will spend the night at the 

Riveredge site in a shelter they build themselves, and have an off-site adventure. 





rivErEDgE oSprEY Two wEEk CAMp 

AgE: 14Y - 15Y 

Get the skills necessary to become a Counsellor In Training (CIT). Ospreys spend one night at 

YMCA Camp Chief Hector in backcountry shelters, and may also get the chance to experience the 

high ropes course and/or a trail ride. Other activities may include archery, waterfront activities, a 

challenge course, bouldering, arts and crafts, games and canoeing. 






Camp Chief Hector YMCA 

New camper registration for all camps listed here opened December 1, 2011 and are now 

ongoing. To check availability or to register, please call us at 403-269-6156 or 1-866-430-9622. 

spring Break overnight camp 

MArCh 26 - 30, 2012 

AgE: 8Y-10Y 

A week of winter fun at Camp Chief Hector YMCA. This overnight camp during March break runs 

Monday thru Friday. Activities include arts & crafts, music, drama, drumming, high and low 

ropes, climbing, challenge course, hiking and exploring, winter cookout, snow angels and more! 

To register, phone our city registration office at 403-269-6156 or 1-866-430-9622. 

73242 Female 8Y – 10Y $315 

73243 Male 8Y – 10Y $315 

73244 Female 11Y – 12Y $315 

73245 Male 11Y – 12Y $315 

summer Weekly day camps 

EShguwin 

AgE: 10Y-11Y 

Eshguwin campers come to day camp for a five-day, Monday to Friday session. They will 

experience most camp activities, including canoeing, arts and crafts, hiking, archery, and lots 

of games! Eshguwin campers make new friends, reunite with old friends and create adventures 

with the guidance of their counsellor. Please note: Camping overnights are offered with 

residential camp options only. This is a synopsis only. Please review our Program Descriptions 

and Risk Awareness documents at www.ymcacalgary.org for a full description. On-line 

registration is not available for day camps due to bus options. Please call us at 403-269-6156 

or 1-866-430-9622 to register. Bussing is available from Canmore and Exshaw, but not 

from Calgary. 

70202 M-F 8:55- 4:00PM Jul 2 $185 

70203 M-F 8:55- 4:00PM Jul 9 $185 

70204 M-F 8:55- 4:00PM Jul 16 $185 

70205 M-F 8:55- 4:00PM Jul 23 $185 

koSkA 

AgE: 7Y-9Y 

Koska campers come to day camp for a five-day, Monday to Friday session. They will experience 

most camp activities, including canoeing, climbing, arts and crafts, hiking, archery, and lots 

of games! These Koska campers will learn to work as a team and experience new activities 

and challenges with the guidance of their counsellor. Please note: Camping overnights are 

offered with residential camp options only. This is a synopsis only. Please review our Program 

Descriptions and Risk Awareness documents at www.ymcacalgary.org for a full description. Online 

registration is not available for day camps due to bus options. Please call us at 403-269-6156 

or 1-866-430-9622 to register. Bussing is available from Canmore and Exshaw, but not 

from Calgary. 

70206 M-F 8:55- 4:00PM Jul 2 $185 

70207 M-F 8:55- 4:00PM Jul 9 $185 

70208 M-F 8:55- 4:00PM Jul 16 $185 

70209 M-F 8:55- 4:00PM Jul 23 $185 

Yoga retreat 

AgE: 18+Y 

Join us at the Camp Chief Hector YMCA for an inspiring yoga focused weekend. We will enjoy 

daily yoga and meditation practise and instruction, drumming circles and time on the land 

exploring our beautiful site in the Bow Valley. We will share healthy, tasty food, laughter and 

good times. Shared accommodations and meals are included. Please bring your own yoga mat if 

you have one. Registration begins February 1, 2012. Phone our city registration office to register 

at 403-269-6156 or 1-866-430-9622. 

74727 F-Su March 9 - 11 5:00pm Friday to 2:00pm Sunday 

Adult $280 

spring Family Weekend 

All AgES 

Bring the whole family to the Camp Chief Hector YMCA for a weekend get-away! There are a 

variety of activities to choose from to create a unique holiday weekend. Family campers can try 

things like horseback riding, hikes, high and low ropes courses, group games, arts and crafts, 

a climbing wall and evening campfires. Our daily child care program enables parents to leave 

children ages three to five with us when taking part in some activities. Accommodations and 

meals are included. Registration opens February 1, 2012. Phone our city registration office to 

register at 403-269-6156 or 1-866-430-9622. 

74554 F-Su June 15 - 17 7:00pm Friday to 2:00pm Sunday 

Adult $170 

12-16 yrs $120 

6-11yrs $100 

3-5 yrs $80 

0-2 yrs $0 

summer Family camp 

All AgES 

The Family Camp program features all of our regular summer activities and activities for family 

members of all ages. Participants will have the opportunity to shoot some arrows at the archery 

range, canoe or swim in the lake, sing some songs at campfires, make some crafts and explore our 

hiking trails. Older kids and adults may have the chance to go horseback riding and try our high 

ropes course. Please see our camp description on the website or call our office for age limitations for 

these activities. *Family camp participants are responsible for their own transportation 

to and from camp. This is a synopsis only. Please review our Program Descriptions and Risk 

Awareness documents at www.ymcacalgary.org for a full description. Returning family registration 

begins Nov 29, 2011. New families may register beginning Dec 1, 2011. Indicate your preference 

for accomodations - room assignments will confirmed by our office. Cluster rooms sleep 14 in bunk 

beds, tipis sleep 10 in bunks beds, the yurt sleeps 10 on cots, Longhouse rooms sleep 4 in bunk 

beds. Accomodation requests will be honoured in the order in which the registrations are received. 

On-line registration is not available for Family Camp due to booking accomodations. Please call us 

at 403-269-6156 or 1-866-430-8622 to register. 

70210 70211 

Su-F Aug 12-17 Su-F Aug 19-24 

11:00am Sunday to 1:00pm Friday 11:00am Sunday to 1:00pm Friday 

Adult $445 Adult $445 

10-16 yrs $310 10-16 yrs $310 

4-9 yrs $260 4-9 yrs $260 

0-3 yrs $0 0-3 yrs $0 



cHiNiQUaY 

Camp Chief Hector YMCA 

AgE: 7Y-9Y | BowForT loDgE 

Friendship and adventure await each member of the Chiniquay Section. Campers may 

participate in swimming, canoeing, arts and crafts, horseback riding, climbing tower, archery, 

exploring and hiking, singing and playing games. First-time campers (7 or 8 years old) stay in 

cabins. Older and returning campers who are 8 or 9 years old can choose to stay in a cabin, a tipi 

or a yurt (males only). 

Female (7Y-9Y) | $500 + GST Male (7Y-9Y) | $500 + GST 

Barcode Accom Session Dates Barcode Accom Session Dates 

70178 Cabin A Jul 1 – 6 70190 Cabin A Jul 1 – 6 

70184 Tipi 70196 Tipi 

70179 Cabin B Jul 8 – 13 70510 Yurt 

70185 Tipi 70191 Cabin B Jul 8 – 13 

70180 Cabin C Jul 15 – 20 70197 Tipi 

70186 Tipi 70511 Yurt 

70181 Cabin D Jul 22 – 27 70192 Cabin C Jul 15 – 20 

70187 Tipi 70198 Tipi 

70182 Cabin E Jul 29 – Aug 3 70512 Yurt 

70188 Tipi 70193 Cabin D Jul 22 – 27 

70183 Cabin F Aug 5 – 10 70199 Tipi 

70189 Tipi 70513 Yurt 

70194 Cabin E Jul 29 – Aug 3 

70200 Tipi 

70514 Yurt 

70195 Cabin F Aug 5 – 10 

70201 Tipi 

70515 Yurt 

MisTaYa(6-daY) 

Horse day experience Program 

AgE: 10Y-11Y | hECTor or BowForT loDgE 

Learn all about the outdoors by living and playing in it. Mistaya campers will discover their 

strengths and abilities, develop skills and make new friends. Mistaya groups sleep in tipis and 

explore the land of the Rocky Mountains. Trying new and exciting activities is an important part 

of the Mistaya experience. Some Mistaya options include canoeing, crafts, climbing, songs and 

games, and archery. Campers in the six-day horse day ride option may also go on a half day hike 

to explore the local forests and fields. Mistaya campers in the Horse Day option do not go on an 

overnight campout. 

Mistayas participating in this program are based out of Bowfort Lodge during sessions A to F and 

out of Hector Lodge in sessions G and H. 


Barcode Session Dates Barcode Session Dates 

70315 A (Bowfort) Jul 1 – 6 n/a A (Bowfort) Jul 1 – 6 

n/a B (Bowfort) Jul 8 – 13 70332 B (Bowfort) Jul 8 – 13 

70317 C (Bowfort) Jul 15 – 20 n/a C (Bowfort) Jul 15 – 20 

n/a D (Bowfort) Jul 22 – 27 70333 D (Bowfort) Jul 22 – 27 

70318 E (Bowfort) Jul 29 – Aug 3 n/a E (Bowfort) Jul 29 – Aug 3 

n/a F (Bowfort) Aug 5 – 10 70334 F (Bowfort) Aug 5 – 10 

70320 G (Hector) Aug 12 – 17 70335 G (Hector) Aug 12 – 17 

70321 H (Hector) Aug 19 - 24 70336 H (Hector) Aug 19 - 24 


overnight Hike Program 

AgE: 10Y-11Y | hECTor or BowForT loDgE 

This hike departs directly from the Camp Chief Hector YMCA. Groups travel through the Camp 

Chief Hector YMCA site along established trails to a designated overnight site away from camp 

activities and other groups. Before starting out, counsellors and campers share group goals and 

review risk management practices for backpacking trips. Overnight campouts for six-day Mistaya 

program are introductory in nature and will not include cooking meals during the trip. Campers 

will make “smores” or another snack on a campfire and will eat a cold breakfast the following 

morning. 



70309 A (Bowfort) Jul 1 – 6 70322 A (Bowfort) Jul 1 – 6 

70310 B (Bowfort) Jul 8 – 13 70323 B (Bowfort) Jul 8 – 13 

70311 C (Bowfort) Jul 15 – 20 70324 C (Bowfort) Jul 15 – 20 

70312 D (Bowfort) Jul 22 – 27 70325 D (Bowfort) Jul 22 – 27 

70313 E (Bowfort) Jul 29 – Aug 3 70326 E (Bowfort) Jul 29 – Aug 3 

70314 F (Bowfort) Aug 5 – 10 70327 F (Bowfort) Aug 5 – 10 

70543 G (Hector) Aug 12 – 17 70328 G (Hector) Aug 12 – 17 

70544 H (Hector) Aug 19 - 24 70329 H (Hector) Aug 19 - 24 


Traditional Program 

AgE: 10Y & 11Y | hECTor loDgE 


strengths and abilities, develop skills and make new friends. Mistaya groups sleep in tipis 

and explore the land of the Rocky Mountains. Trying many new and exciting activities is an 

important part of the Mistaya experience. Some camp activities include canoeing, swimming, 

arts and crafts, day hike, climbing, songs and games and archery. 

Mistaya campers in the Traditional Program enjoy a three-day backpacking trip at overnight 

sites situated by forests, Barrier Reservoir, or the Kananaskis River. They also participate in a 

horse experience where they learn the basics of horsemanship. 

Female (11Y) | $1080 + GST Male (11Y) | $1080 + GST 


70297 1 Jul 1 – 13 70307 1 Jul 1 – 13 

70540 2 Jul 15 – 27 70308 2 Jul 15 – 27 

70541 3 Jul 29 – Aug 10 70542 3 Jul 29 – Aug 10 




Trip to Gray Jay site 

AgE: 11Y | hECTor loDgE 


strengths and abilities, develop skills and make new friends. Mistaya groups sleep in tipis 

and explore the land of the Rocky Mountains. Trying many new and exciting activities is an 

important part of the Mistaya experience. Some camp activities include canoeing, swimming, 

arts and crafts, day hike, climbing, songs and games and archery. 

Campers will enjoy a three-day trip to our Gray Jay site located west of Sundre, Alberta, 

approximately three hours north-west of the camp’s main site. Groups will spend their days 

exploring the area around Gray Jay on foot, returning for dinner and to sleep in a tipi. They may 

hike up the ridge above Gray Jay, head to Eagle Lake, or hike and play along the Red Deer River. 

Groups also participate in a horse experience where they learn the basics of horsemanship. 



70291 1 Jul 1 – 13 70307 1 Jul 1 – 13 

70292 2 Jul 15 – 27 70308 2 Jul 15 – 27 

70293 3 Jul 29 – Aug 10 70542 3 Jul 29 – Aug 10 

JUNior sHoTUNGWa 

AgE: 12Y-13Y | hECTor loDgE 

The six-day Junior Shotungwa program focuses on fun, friends, and horsemanship. Campers 

will spend approximately half of their time at camp learning about horses and riding in the 

arena and on the trail. This program focuses on basic riding skills for campers of all levels and 

backgrounds with horses. Throughout the week, some time is spent exploring on horseback 

the local mountain trails and some time is spent in the arenas, expanding riding skills. Junior 

Shotungwa campers will also spend time enjoying other camp activities such as archery, 

canoeing and arts and crafts. Junior Shotungwa campers make their home-base at Hector Lodge 

and spend their nights in tipis. 



70369 A Jul 1 – 6 70369 A Jul 1 – 6 

70370 B Jul 8 – 13 70370 B Jul 8 – 13 

70371 C Jul 15 – 20 70371 C Jul 15 – 20 

70372 D Jul 22 – 27 70372 D Jul 22 – 27 

70373 E Jul 29 – Aug 3 70373 E Jul 29 – Aug 3 

70374 F Aug 5 – 10 70374 F Aug 5 – 10 

KaNaNasKiN (6-daY) 

AgE: 12Y-13Y | hECTor loDgE 

Kananaskin campers in the six-day program learn new skills such as teamwork and 

responsibility, make new friends and have fun as they experience outdoor adventures. Groups 

will participate in on-site activities such as the high and low ropes courses, crafts, waterfront, 

games, archery and campfires. This camp does not include horseback riding or an overnight hike. 



70252 A Jul 1 – 6 70260 A Jul 1 – 6 

70253 B Jul 8 – 13 70261 B Jul 8 – 13 

70254 C Jul 15 – 20 70262 C Jul 15 – 20 

70255 D Jul 22 – 27 70263 D Jul 22 – 27 

70256 E Jul 29 – Aug 3 n/a E Jul 29 – Aug 

70257 F Aug 5 – 10 70265 F Aug 5 – 10 

70258 G Aug 12 – 17 70266 G Aug 12 – 17 

70259 H Aug 19 - 24 70267 H Aug 19 - 24 




Campers in the 12Y Traditional Program experience a wide variety of camp activities. Through 

these experiences, they learn new skills such as teamwork and responsibility, make new friends 

and have fun as they experience outdoor adventures. 

Activities are located a short walk from the Kananaskin tipis as well as from Hector Lodge. 

Groups may participate in on-site activities such as the high and low ropes courses, archery, 

waterfront canoeing, animal game, climbing, crafts, and campfires and games. 

This program includes a three-day backpacking trip, canoe river day and horse day ride. 



70216 1 Jul 1 – 13 70224 1 Jul 1 – 13 

70217 2 Jul 15 – 27 70225 2 Jul 15 – 27 

70218 3 Jul 29 – Aug 10 70226 3 Jul 29 – Aug 10 

70219 4 Aug 12 – 24 70227 4 Aug 12 – 24 


canoe Program 


Twelve year old Kananaskin campers in the Canoe program will enjoy a waterfront canoe focus, 

overnight experience, canoe river day and horse day ride. Campers will spend some time most 

days at our waterfront, learning and practicing and exploring in canoes. Campers also learn skills 

such as teamwork and responsibility, make new friends and have fun as they experience outdoor 

adventures. 

Groups also participate in on-site activities such as the high and low ropes courses, archery, 

animal game, climbing, crafts, and campfires and games. Activities are run in areas found a short 

walk from Kananaskin tipis and from Hector Lodge. 



70212 1 Jul 1 – 13 n/a 1 Jul 1 – 13 

n/a 2 Jul 15 – 27 70221 2 Jul 15 – 27 

70214 3 Jul 29 – Aug 10 n/a 3 Jul 29 – Aug 10 

n/a 4 Aug 12 – 24 702273 4 Aug 12 – 24 




Hike Program 


Programs for thirteen year old Kananaskins focus on having fun, making friends and becoming 

more comfortable with camp skills and activities. Kananaskin campers find most of the program 

areas a short walk from the Kananaskin tipis as well as from Hector Lodge. 

In-camp activities include archery, waterfront canoeing, animal game, climbing, arts and crafts, 

songs and games and high ropes. Their program also includes a four-day backpacking trip on 

hiking trails within Kananaskis Country or adjacent lands. Daily, the hikes vary from two to 

12 kilometres, on-trail and off-trail, through forests, and beside mountain creeks and lakes. 

The groups may gain anywhere from 200 to 700 metres in elevation along the way. Camping 

sites are situated by mountain forests, creeks or lakes. Side trips may include exploration of 

viewpoints, mountain passes, waterfalls or hike-approached summits. 



70232 1 Jul 1 – 13 70244 1 Jul 1 – 13 

70233 2 Jul 15 – 27 70245 2 Jul 15 – 27 

70234 3 Jul 29 – Aug 10 70246 3 Jul 29 – Aug 10 

70235 4 Aug 12 – 24 70247 4 Aug 12 – 24 


Horse Program 


Kananaskin campers in the 13-day horse program enjoy a horse experience at our Gray Jay site 

west of Sundre, Alberta, approximately three hours north-west of the main site. In addition to 

a full horsebacke experience, campers and their counsellors will have time to explore the local 

area, known as Yaha Tinda -- “mountain prairie.” The groups may explore up local creeks, or 

hike up the nearby hills, perhaps to see signs of the remarkable wildlife in the area: elk, bears, 

cougars or wolves, or deer. 



70236 1 Jul 1 – 13 70248 1 Jul 1 – 13 

70237 2 Jul 15 – 27 70249 2 Jul 15 – 27 

70238 3 Jul 29 – Aug 10 70250 3 Jul 29 – Aug 1 

70239 4 Aug 12 – 24 70251 4 Aug 12 – 24 


canoe Program 


Programs for thirteen year old Kananaskins focus on having fun, making friends and becoming 

more comfortable with camp skills and activities. Kananaskin campers find most of the program 

areas a short walk from the Kananaskin tipis as well as from Hector Lodge. 

In-camp activities include archery, waterfront canoeing, animal game, climbing, arts and crafts, 

songs and games and high ropes. This program includes a four-day canoe trip from the Lower 

Red Deer River or another age and skill appropriate river. The canoe trip explores between 10 

and 35 kilometres of the river each day. At their shoreline campsites, groups may hike into the 

Badlands, finding adventure in the eroded mud mazes, canyons and hills that parallel the river. 



70228 1 Jul 1 – 13 70240 1 Jul 1 – 13 

70229 2 Jul 15 – 27 70241 2 Jul 15 – 27 

70230 3 Jul 29 – Aug 10 70242 3 Jul 29 – Aug 1 

70231 4 Aug 12 – 24 70243 4 Aug 12 – 24 

PioNeer 

Hike Program 

AgE: 14Y | MiDCAMp 

Young people interested in meeting new friends and learning new skills through wilderness 

travel will find this an enriching 13-day camping experience. Pioneer campers help to plan, 

prepare for, and participate in a backcountry adventure. They learn teamwork and responsibility 

while expanding their knowledge of backcountry travel. Includes a six-day hiking trip. 



70340 1 Jul 1 – 13 70348 1 Jul 1 – 13 

70341 2 Jul 15 – 27 70349 2 Jul 15 – 27 

70342 3 Jul 29 – Aug 10 70350 3 Jul 29 – Aug 10 

70343 4 Aug 12 – 24 70351 4 Aug 12 – 24 

PioNeer 

canoe Program 




prepare for, and participate in backcountry adventures. They learn teamwork and responsibility 

while expanding their knowledge of backcountry travel. 

Pioneers participate in a memorable seven-day canoe trip on the Red Deer River or another age 

and skill appropriate river. The canoe trip typically explores between 10 and 35 kilometres of 

the river each day. Groups also explore the badlands that surround the river. Back at camp, the 

paddlers share their stories and successes with other Pioneers and enjoy other camp activities. 



n/a 1 Jul 1 – 13 70346 1 Jul 1 – 13 

70338 2 Jul 15 – 27 n/a 2 Jul 15 – 27 

n/a 3 Jul 29 – Aug 10 70347 3 Jul 29 – Aug 10 

70339 4 Aug 12 – 24 n/a 4 Aug 12 – 24 

PioNeer 

Hike/Tower climb Program 


Climbing groups enjoy the adventure and satisfaction of backpacking through the mountains. 

Groups plan their five-day trip by creating a menu and a route, and by reviewing risk 

management practices for mountain backpacking. In addition, using Camp Chief Hector’s two 

climbing towers, campers learn the fundamentals of climbing, as well as a variety of progressive 

climbing techniques. Rope work, belaying and climbing risk management are other important 

and interesting topics covered. 





n/a 1 Jul 1 – 13 70352 1 Jul 1 – 13 

70344 2 Jul 15 – 27 n/a 2 Jul 15 – 27 

n/a 3 Jul 29 – Aug 10 70353 3 Jul 29 – Aug 10 

70345 4 Aug 12 – 24 n/a 4 Aug 12 – 24 

PioNeer 

Mainsite canoe Program 






Pioneers prepare for their memorable five-day canoe trip on the North Saskatchewan River 

or another age and skill appropriate river. Typically, the group explores between 10 and 35 

kilometres of the river each day. Groups scout rapids wherever necessary, in order to decide best 

how to proceed. Back at camp, the paddlers share their stories and successes with the other 

Pioneers and experience some of the activities at camp. 



70354 1 Jul 1 – 13 n/a 1 Jul 1 – 13 

n/a 2 Jul 15 – 27 70358 2 Jul 15 – 27 


n/a 4 Aug 12 – 24 70359 4 Aug 12 – 24 

PioNeer 

Mainsite Hike Program 








70356 1 Jul 1 – 13 n/a 1 Jul 1 – 13 

n/a 2 Jul 15 – 27 70360 2 Jul 15 – 27 


n/a 4 Aug 12 – 24 70361 4 Aug 12 – 24 

PioNeer 

Gray Jay Hike Program 

AgE: 15Y | grAY JAY SiTE 

Pioneer campers will find wonderful opportunities for growth in this 13-day camping experience. 

Based out of our Gray Jay site, Pioneer campers help to plan, prepare for, and participate in 

backcountry adventures. Pioneer campers learn teamwork and responsibility while hiking through 

mountain passes and valleys. Camp Chief Hector YMCA’s Gray Jay site is located in the Yaha Tinda 

region of the Rocky Mountains, about an hour and a half drive west of Sundre, AB. 



70362 1 Jul 1 – 13 70366 1 Jul 1 – 13 

n/a 2 Jul 15 – 27 n/a 2 Jul 15 – 27 

70363 3 Jul 29 – Aug 10 70367 3 Jul 29 – Aug 10 

n/a 4 Aug 12 – 24 n/a 4 Aug 12 – 24 

PioNeer 

Hike/Horse Program 

AgE: 14Y-15Y (MAlES onlY) | grAY JAY SiTE 

This program includes a six-day hike and three-day horse experience. Based out of our Gray Jay 

site, Pioneer campers help to plan, prepare for, and participate in backcountry adventures. Pioneer 

campers learn teamwork and responsibility while hiking through mountain passes and valleys. 

Camp Chief Hector YMCA’s Gray Jay site is located in the Yaha Tinda region of the Rocky Mountains, 

about an hour and a half drive west of Sundre, AB. 

Male (14Y-15Y) | $1175 + GST 

Barcode Session Dates 

n/a 1 Jul 1 – 13 

70368 2 Jul 15 – 27 

n/a 3 Jul 29 – Aug 10 

70545 4 Aug 12 – 24 

seNior sHoTUNGWa 

AgE: 14Y-15Y | 13-DAY | grAY JAY SiTE 

Campers in the Senior Shotungwa program learn about teamwork and horsemanship while 

having fun and exploring on foot and on horseback. Based out of our Gray Jay site, the Senior 

Shotungwa program includes many days learning about horses and riding in the arena and on 

the trail, as well as a four day backpacking trip. 

Female (14Y-15Y) | $1250 + GST 

Barcode Session Dates 

70377 1 Jul 1 – 13 

70378 2 Jul 15 – 27 

70379 3 Jul 29 – Aug 10 

70380 4 Aug 12 – 24 

leadersHiP i 

Hike Program 

AgE: 16Y | MAinSiTE 

The Leadership I Hike program begins with one week of planning and preparing for an18-day 

backpacking trip through the valleys and mountains of Banff National Park. When your group 

has hiked from the trailhead, your learning continues with wilderness discoveries, group 

living, development and personal growth. Pitch your tents near pre-historic campsites, walk 

over high alpine passes and work together among the mountains. Your close-knit group will 

re-supply mid-way through the journey at our Gray Jay Site in the Yaha Tinda. Your leadership 

contributions to the group will be an important part of the success of this extraordinary journey. 

This program was premiered in 2010 – and the response from the campers was outstanding. 



70272 1 Jul 1 – Jul 27 70274 1 Jul 1 – Jul 27 

70273 2 Jul 29 – Aug 24 70275 2 Jul 29 – Aug 24 



leadersHiP i 

Hike/Horse Program 

AgE: 16Y | grAY JAY SiTE 

Share and develop your leadership skills with your group based out of our Gray Jay site in the 

Yaha Tinda (80 kilometres west of Sundre, Alberta). Explore mountains; learning from a fourday 

backpacking trip, your group then plans and leads a ten-day backpacking trip. Become an 

experienced horse-person; help to care for a herd of horses and specifically care for the horse 

you will be riding. During a four-day horseback riding experience you will further develop your 

riding as well as your ability to communicate. You will also assist in the daily operations of Gray 

Jay – meal preparation and cleaning, stable management, and site maintenance. You will be 

a mentor to the Pioneers, Kananaskin and Mistaya campers with whom you share the Gray Jay 

site – and you will learn from these younger campers as well. Your leadership contributions will 

become a life-long strength to you. 



70276 1 Jul 1 – Jul 27 70278 1 Jul 1 – Jul 27 

70277 2 Jul 29 – Aug 24 70279 2 Jul 29 – Aug 24 

leadersHiP i 

canoe Program 

AgE: 16Y | MAin SiTE 

Discover the rhythms of a 17-day canoe adventure through Canada’s northland – across 

immense lakes, over ancient portage paths, and through an inspiring network of waterways. 

Located in northern Saskatchewan, this area is in the northern boreal forest and includes 

thousands of lakes connected by portages, waterfalls and rapids, cliffs and creeks. This 

challenging adventure requires your teamwork in goal-setting, route planning and menu 

planning. Most importantly, this canoe adventure includes your own leadership contributions as 

your group paddles through the network of lakes and rivers of the Canadian Shield. 

Groups will travel along the Churchill River, starting and ending near Missinipe, Saskatchewan. 

Each month, two single-gender groups travel north for this adventure. 

The Leadership I Canoe program has a strong tradition at camp. The Camp Chief Hector YMCA 

began canoe tripping in this northern lake system in the 1970s. After several years’ hiatus, this 

program was re-established in the summer of 2005 with great success. There is no doubt that 

you and your group will finish this trip as life-long canoeists! 



70268 1 Jul 1 – Jul 27 70270 1 Jul 1 – Jul 27 

70269 2 Jul 29 – Aug 24 70271 2 Jul 29 – Aug 24 

leadersHiP ii 


AgE: 17Y 

Leadership II participants pack and plan for a local four-day hike. This hike focuses on the 

priorities of an overnight backpacking trip with children. The hike leaves directly from main-site, 

hiking approximately two to 6 kilometres each day through forests and prairie. The overnight 

sites are situated by forests, Barrier Reservoir, or the Kananaskis River. Campers complete a 24hour 

wilderness-oriented first aid course. 

Leadership II campers within the administrative region of Alberta Education have the 

opportunity to earn over 10 credits with successful involvement in the program. 

Leadership II is open to campers who will be 17 years old by November 15, 2012. Participants 

are selected through an application and interview process in January 2011. If you attended 

Leadership I in 2011, you should have received an application form by e-mail. Applications are 

due January 13, 2011. Interviews will be held January 28 and 29. Please call our city office at 

(403) 269-6156 or 1-866-430-YMCA(9622) if you have any questions. 

leadersHiP ii 

Hike Program 

AgE: 17Y 

Leadership II Hike is an opportunity for young adults to combine a nine-day backpacking trip 

with the Leadership II Traditional program. Leadership II Hike participants have a two-day break 

at home between their hike and the core Leadership II program. 

Leadership II is open to campers who will be 17 years old by November 15, 2012. Participants 




(403) 269-6156 or 1-866-430-YMCA(9622) if you have any questions. 

sac deNe experience 

AgE: 17Y 

Camp Chief Hector YMCA has been providing the Sac Dene experience since 1992. This eightweek 

canoe trip is a fulfilling, educational and unique camping experience for 17-year-old 

Leadership I graduates. 

The Sac Dene group spends the summer paddling and exploring the wilderness and the 

communities of the Mackenzie River, the “Deh Cho” (River-Big), making friends and creating 

memories. 

Throughout the trip, participants and their counsellors will be focusing on wilderness travel 

and group leadership skills. Applicants come with specific plans to develop experience many 

leadership skills during the journey: risk management, leadership, care of younger children, and 

team building. There will be many hands-on opportunities for practicing child-care during visits 

with families and communities of the settlements along the route. The diversity of the people, 

the culture and the environment of the north creates increased awareness and lasting memories. 

Sac Dene is open to campers who will be 17 years old by November 15, 2012. Participants 




(403) 269-6156 or 1-866-430-YMCA (9622) if you have any questions.

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