Camp Grady Spruce 2011-2012

Early Morning on Possum Kingdom Lake

What is Camp Grady Spruce? Camp Grady Spruce is a tradition in Northwest ISD. Fifth graders travel to an Outdoor Education Learning Center where children learn through hands on experiences and are engaged and inquisitive about their surroundings.

Camp Goal Our camp goal is to help students understand and experience the relationship between themselves and their environment, strengthen social relationships, and enhance their real-world experiences!

But…What Is it? It is “School in the Woods” Students learn various concepts that encompass all of the major academic areas including Science, Mathematics, Language Arts, and Social Studies throughout both daytime and evening activities. School rules and expectations apply while at camp.

November 28-30 for Sendera Ranch Elementary Depart approx. 8:00 AM A Sack Lunch is required on the first day Arrive back at Sendera on the final day in time for 2:45 p.m. dismissal Students must arrive/depart by car only

More Camp Information All meals are provided, except the sack lunch on the first day. Send a completely disposable lunch with your child the day we leave. Cabins have bunk beds. Each child has a separate place to sleep, bathe and use the restroom. Teachers and chaperones participate in all activities.

Camp Activities These activities are just some of the fun things your children will experience: Daytime activities Hike up Johnson’s Peak Explore Devil’s Island (Boat Ride!) Canoeing / Lake Study Compass / Orienteering / Archery Nighttime activities Star Lab / Night Hike Hayride / Campfire stories / S’mores

What does it cost? $160.00 / student for three days and two nights. This includes room, meals, and all activities $125.00 / chaperone We are always looking for positive role models to serve as chaperones for the students!!! E-mail Ms. Acosta if you are interested in serving as a chaperone for Camp! tacosta@nisdtx.org

Chaperones Chaperones manage the cabin. They also eat meals in the dining hall, participate in all activities and sleep in the cabins with the students. All chaperone decisions are made at the discretion of NISD staff members. Chaperones must have an approved background check and go through training. Chaperones will attend a mandatory training on November 3 to go over rules and expectations

A Typical Day at Camp 7:00 am Wake up, clean cabins, get ready for the day 7:45 Hoppers to the dining hall 7:50 Flag raising—all but hoppers must attend 8:00 Breakfast 9:00 Morning activity and trail time 11:40 Hoppers to dining hall 12:00 pm Lunch 1:00 Rest 1:45 Afternoon activity and trail time 5:40 Hoppers to the dining hall 5:50 Flag lowering 6:00 Supper 7:00 Evening activities 9:00 Back to cabins 10:00 Lights out

What to Bring to Camp 2 T-shirts 2 Long sleeve shirts, sweatshirts, or sweaters 2 Jeans, sweats, or long pants 1 Shorts 3 Pairs of socks 3 Undergarments 2 Pairs of shoes for walking and comfort (one pair that can get wet) 1 Towel and washcloth Lightweight Raincoat or Poncho Personal toiletries (i.e. soap, shampoo, deodorant, foot spray, toothbrush, toothpaste, etc.) Chapstick or lip balm

What to Bring to Camp Sleeping bag or one set of twin size sheets and blanket Pillow and pillowcase Flashlight with fresh batteries Insect repellant Refillable water bottle (approx. 16 oz.) Paper and pencil Sunglasses (inexpensive pair) Sunscreen Cap/hat Day pack or light back pack Flip flops (for shower use only, not for hikes) Book for reading Disposable camera, if desired

What to Bring to Camp It is okay to pack extra t-shirts and some other extra items. However, don’t pack more than you can comfortably carry. You are expected to bring all of your own luggage from the bus to your cabin, so you must be able to carry your items all by yourself. Avoid drawstring backpacks. They become very uncomfortable as the strings can dig into your arms and shoulders as you walk. Choose a backpack with comfortable straps. Label everything with permanent marker and/or masking tape! You are responsible for keeping track of your own belongings.

What NOT to Bring to Camp Cell phones Jewelry Radios/tape players/CD players Curling iron Hair dryer Electronic games (i.e. Game Boys, etc.) Food or snacks (all food and snacks will be provided) Knives or other sharp items Other expensive items (i.e. digital cameras, cell phones, iPods, etc.)

ALL MONEY DUE TO SRE BY NOVEMBER 4!!!! Cost per student: $165.00 $50 deposit due by Sept. 23 Weekly payments: September 23 $50.00/deposit October 7 $16.43 October 14 $16.43 October 21 $16.43 October 28 $16.43 November 4 $16.42 TOTAL $165.00 Biweekly payments beginning when school starts October 7 $38.33 October 21 $38.33 November 4 $38.34 TOTAL $165.00 ALL MONEY DUE TO SRE BY NOVEMBER 4!!!!

Camp Info YMCA Camp Grady Spruce 3000 Park Rd. 36 Graford, TX 76449 PHONE:  214-628-9055 TOLL FREE:  877-656-2267 FAX:  940-779-2939

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