Camp Jericho (Ages 5-13):

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Program Information
Camp Jericho is structured by age into groups of up to 12 campers. The groups participate in camp activities in periods of approximately 45-60 minutes. Each activity area is led by a counselor/lifeguard experienced in that area. Our new multi station playground & swings are a nice improvement. We also continue to expand our camp hiking trails with a new 2 mile trail that gives the hikers a closer view of the wind turbines. Our Rock Climbing Wall at the YMCA provides for an exciting challenge for all the campers to foster selfconfidence, self esteem and trust.

Activities
Swimming, Basketball, Archery, Low Elements Ropes Course, Arts-n- Crafts, Soccer, Volleyball, New Games, Nature Hiking, Outdoor Cooking, Boating, Canoeing and Fishing (camper must supply own fishing equipment and bait). Fun themes are incorporated by the staff each week to make the camp experience one that will last a lifetime! We will again be offering the Character Camp - overnight for those children exhibiting the YMCA core values - and the "Getaway Weekend Trips"(See details below)

Before/After Camp Care
The YMCA offers a before/after camp care program for families requiring extended care. Parents must preregister and prepay. Before Camp or After Camp Care is $35 per session per child. Before and after camp care is $45 per session per child. Before camp runs from 7:00 AM - 8:15 AM and after camp runs from 4:45 PM - 6:00 PM.

Camp Staff
We are pleased to have Robb Garrand, "Mr. G," back for his 10th season as Camp Director for Camp Jericho. Robb is the Principal at the Rouses Point Elementary School, Director of the NCCS Outdoor Education Program, and is the boys varsity basketball coach. Allison Vosh will again Direct the Camp in Robbs absence. Allison is a special education teacher at the Beekmantown Middle School. Chris Baker will also be returning as Health Director and Trip Leader. In the past few years we have seen more returning staff which has been a big plus for the overall operation and quality of the camp program. All staff are carefully screened and selected for their experience, education, skill and commitment to our camp philosophy. All counselors go through an extensive orientation and pre-camp training.

Camp Jericho Schedule
Session 1 – June 28 - July 9
Session 2 – July 12 - July 23
†Session 3 – July 26 - Aug. 6
†Session 4 – Aug. 9 - Aug. 20
Session 5 – Aug. 23 - Sept. 3

General Information

  • All 5 yr. Olds must have completed kindergarten
  • All children need a bathing suit and towel, labeled with the camper’s name.
  • Children are required to wear socks and sneakers.
  • Appropriate clothing should be worn for camp activities and the varying weather conditions. Camp Jericho is held rain or shine.
  • All campers need to bring a lunch, drink and two snacks each day.
  • Transportation to Camp Jericho is by bus, leaving the YMCA at exactly 8:30 AM and returning at 4:30 PM.
  • The YMCA is not responsible for items lost.
  • Any medications that children are to receive at camp must be in its original container stating dosage and time. Medications must be given directly to the Camp Director or Camp Health Designee for dispensing.
  • Camp Jericho is inspected by and receives its permit through the Clinton County Health Department.

LIT (Leaders in Training) Program
Our LIT program is for teenagers 15 &16 years of age. LIT's attend camp for the first four weeks of camp where they are trained in leadership skills and what it means to be a camp counselor. The program fee is $140.


Registration Information

Registration Forms On-Line or at the YMCA
The registration forms as well as this brochure can be downloaded from the downloads page of this website or picked up at the YMCA desk.

Deposit
A nonrefundable $50 deposit is required for each session and each child registering. The deposit is applied to the balance due. Full payment is due the Thursday before the start of each session. A $10 late fee will be applied after the deadline.

Fees
Members (annual): $200 per session
Non-members: $245 per session

*There is a 15% reduction for 2nd and 3rd sibling.
†Sessions 3 & 4 will have optional weekend trips.

Financial Assistance
Assistance applications must be filled out and approved prior to registration. YMCA uses a sliding fee scale based on income and number of dependents. There is a two session limit (unless space permits more). Applications are available on the downloads page of this website, or at the front desk of the YMCA.

Weekend Trips
“Great Escape and Pizza Putt”

Once again we have the popular weekend excursion trips for the older campers (ages 9-13). The first weekend getaway will be to the Great Escape. The second trip will be a "Fun Adventure Weekend" to Pizza Putt in Burlington with miniature golf, arcade, and pizza. Both weekend trips will begin with an overnight at Camp Jericho on the Friday before. The campers will arrive back to the YMCA Saturday evening for pick up by parent. Campers must be registered for the session of the trip to participate. The trips will be limited to the first 18 and will have an additional cost. You must sign up separately for the trips. The registration fee is non-refundable. Registration information will be available at the YMCA front desk. (Back to Activities)


Character Camp - “Overnight at Camp Jericho”

Back for the sixth year, we will again be offering the overnight Character Camp for campers 9 and above. The campers must complete an assignment involving their parents and counselors exhibiting the YMCA's four core values of Caring, Honesty, Respect and Responsibility. The Character Camps are held on the second Thursday of each session. Robb - the Camp Director - stays at each overnight as well as the staff having the required first aid training. Each year the overnights have a new theme and variety of activities that make the experience fun and memorable.

Parent’s Night
Parent's nights will be held on the 2nd Wednesday evening of sessions 1, 2, 3, & 4. Parents are invited to camp to see what the campers have been up to. You may take a tour of the camp or just enjoy the activities and entertainment that will be planned for the evening. Parents are asked to bring a dessert or a snack to share.