For Parents – Bynden Wood Day Camp
"If a child is to keep alive his inborn sense of wonder, he needs the companionship of at least one adult who can share it, rediscovering with him the joy, excitement and mystery of the world we live in." Rachel Carson
Family Fun Days!
Join us at South Mountain YMCA Camps this spring! Family Fun Days are scheduled on Sundays from 2-4pm on April 15, May 6 and 20, 2012. This is a great opportunity to see what we do on the Mountain, meet some of the staff and enjoy time with your family. Family Fun Days are FREE and program areas are open and staff are waiting for you to come out and play with us!
Tours of Camp
Several of our year-round staff call South Mountain YMCA home. They reside at camp and are available to provide tours of camp. Please contact, Sue Williams, our Summer Camps Director to schedule a visit to camp!
Staff
The Staff Team at Bynden Wood create the magical experience your child will have at Bynden Wood Day Camp. The number one priority of all staff is the health and safety of our campers. We take great pride on selecting the best team to create a FUN, SAFE atmosphere in which your camper can do their best.
Safety
We are accredited by the American Camp Association and meet and exceed all PA Health Department guidelines as well as following the Best Practices of the YMCA. In addition to general counseling orientation and training, all of our program staff are certified instructors in their specialty. The American Red Cross, National Association for the Development of Archery, SOLO Wilderness First Aid and the Certified Horsemanship Association are all utilized. Quality medical care is privded on-site by our full time registered nurse. All of our Bynden Wood staff are trained in First Aid and CPR.
Programs
The Bynden Wood Day Camp is FUN! Our staff are focused on meeting the needs of your individual child while also facilitating an accepting atmosphere for your child to adjust to his or her group. Your child's Tribe will play together as a team for the entire week allowing campers to feel comfortable with their counselors and with each other. Each day is a new adventure and the program activity schedule is carefully designed for your child's age group in mind.
Meals
We provide lunch at Bynden Wood Day Camp. A well-balanced, nutritional meal will be served daily for Day Campers. SAMPLE MENU FROM SUMMER 2011!
Monday: Grilled Cheese, Applesauce, Veggie
Tuesday: Mini-Meatball Sub, Pretzels, Veggie
Wednesday: Chicken Fingers, Veggie, Rice
Thursday: Pork BBQ, French Fries, Veggie
Friday: Pizza, Salad, Veggie
Family Nights
Every Thursday evening families and friends are welcome to join us for a BBQ Dinner and campfire presentation starring your campers and our amazing staff! Meet our staff and see what camp is all about!
Overnights
On Thursday Bynden Wood campers may stay and "camp-out" with us! Overnights include a cook-out dinner, evening activities, and breakfast and lunch the next day.
To Register
To Register your child for Bynden Wood Day Camp for Summer 2012 please call our camp office at 610-670-2267. We will be happy to take you through every step of the process. Our 2012 Registration Form will be available as a pdf download soon!
Financial Assistance
South Mountain YMCA Camps strives to serve all people regardless of their ability to pay. We believe that all children should have the opportunity to experience camp. For information about our financial assistance program, please contact our camp office. Financial Assistance Application.
Much More...
To help you prepare for your child's experience at camp, please review our Parent Handbook.
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