Naperville Camps

Zoofari Club (with Optional Extended Care)

(3-5 years)

LOCATION:
Fry Family YMCA
2120 W. 95th St. - Naperville

Zoofari Club is for preschool children to introduce them to an amazing summer camp experience. Camp leader/camper ratio is 1:6. Campers need to bring a healthy snack, sack lunch and non-spill water bottle every day. Extra water will be provided when needed. Campers must be potty-trained by first day of camp.

Zoofari Camp is held in an air-conditioned preschool classroom with easy access to the outdoors.

As if going to camp wasn't enough fun, Zoofari Club is overflowing with activities such as: learning new interactive outdoor games - making fun and easy crafts - enjoying a special guest or an in-house field trip - making new friends while learning to socialize independently - having a wet and crazy time with water tables and water games - learning new songs - and most of all just having FUN! Every camper will receive one T-shirt. Additional T-shirts are available for a fee. T-shirts are distributed the first day of camp.

10% sibling discount per week.

Extended Care For Zoofari Camp

(3-5 years)

Day/Time: Mon-Fri, 1-3pm
Need a little extra time after Zoofari Camp is over? Sign your child up for Extended Care and your problems are solved. Campers will enjoy some outdoor time/or gym time, afternoon snack, story time and fun easy crafts.

Branch responsible:
Fry Family YMCA - 630.904.9595
Day/Time: Mon-Fri, 9am-1pm

Mark your Calendar!
Zoofari Club Parent Night
Wed, May 29, 6-7pm
Fry Family YMCA, 2120 W. 95th St., Naperville

Fees:
3-day camp (Tu/W/Th): $77 M/$107 CP
5-day camp (Mon-Fri): $107 M/$137 CP

3-day camp w/extended care:
$108 M/$138CP
5-day camp w/extended care:
$159 M/$189 CP

Week 5 - * 3-day camp (M/T/W): $77 M/$107 CP
Week 5 - *3-day w/extended care: $108 M/$138 CP

Kindergarten Camp

(Entering Kindergarten in Fall 2013)

LOCATION:
Fry Family YMCA
2120 W. 95th St. - Naperville
(With Optional Extended Care)

The Kindergarten Camp is a perfect way to help young campers transition into their new school experience. Campers will practice listening skills, conflict resolution, sharing and independence skills within our daily activities. Camp fun includes age-appropriate sports, nature projects, art, dance, swimming and one field trip a week with Safari Club Campers. We strive to create exciting activities while providing a safe and fun learning environment.

Campers need to bring a lunch in an insulated lunch bag, 2 healthy snacks and a water bottle daily. Every camper will receive two T-shirts. Additional T-shirts are available for a fee. T-shirts are distributed the first day of camp.

Please email Claudia Langoni, Youth and Family Director at clangoni@ymcachicago.org for any questions or more information.

Branch responsible:
Fry Family YMCA - 630.904.9595
Day/Time: Mon-Fri, 9am-4pm

Mark your Calendar!
Kindergarten Camp Parent Night
Thu, May 30 - 6-7pm
Fry Family YMCA
2120 W. 95th Street, Naperville

10% sibling discount per week

Fees:
5-day camp (Mon-Fri): $180 M/$210 CP
*3-day camp (M,T,W) No camp July 4 & 5: $108 M/$126 CP

Extended Care A.M.: 7-9am Add'l Weekly Fee: $45 M/$55 CP
Extended Care P.M.: 4-6pm Add'l Weekly Fee: $45 M/$55 CP
Both AM & PM Extended Care: 7am-6pm
Add'l Weekly Fee: $80 M/$100 CP

Camp Tot Time

(2½-3 years*)

LOCATION:
Kroehler Family YMCA
34 S. Washington St., Naperville

Join the Kroehler Family YMCA for a summer of preschool fun! This camp is designed to introduce preschool children to the summer camp experience. Curriculum is based on our educational preschool program. Camp includes themed activities, outdoor time, nature education, in-house field trips, crafts, story and circle time, snack and more.

Camp is held in an air conditioned preschool classroom with easy access to outdoor space. Potty training is not required. Each child will receive one T-shirt for each camp (maximum 2). T-shirts are distributed the first day of camp.

Branch responsible:
Kroehler Family YMCA - 630.420.6270
Day/Time: Tu/W/Th, 9:30-11:30am

*For children who are not potty trained, parents must be available to return to change soiled diapers.

New! Camp Hedgehog & Camp Kindergarten

(3 years - Entering Kindergarten)

LOCATION:
Kroehler Family YMCA
34 S. Washington St. - Naperville

Camp Hedgehog
(3 years - Entering Kindergarten)

Located at the Kroehler Family YMCA, Camp Hedgehog offers your child a variety of their favorite camp activities - including camp songs, crafts, team building games, and swimming twice a week in the Kroehler Y warm water, shallow training pool. Plus, your child will participate in fun and exciting in-house field trips.

Your child will enjoy individualized attention in small camp groups where our staff to camper ratio is 1:6. Our friendly, experienced camp staff will give your child an unforgettable introduction to the camp experience as they help build independence, and socialization skills. Join them and your camper each week at our parent/child participation event to see what Camp Hedgehog is all about.

Campers need to bring a healthy snack, sack lunch and non-spill water bottle everyday. Children must be potty trained to attend. Participants will receive a camp T-shirt for each camp (maximum 2). T-shirts are distributed the first day of camp.

Day/Time: Mon-Fri, 9am-1pm

Fees:
3-day camp (Tu/W/Th): $69 M/$99 CP
5-day camp (Mon-Fri): $95 M/$125 CP

Camp Kindergarten
(entering Kindergarten ONLY)

Our kindergarten camp offers an ideal transition to longer school days and traditional day camps. Camp Kindergarten will spend the morning with Camp Hedgehog participating in camp songs, crafts, team building games and more. Each afternoon they will have group swim lessons followed by recreational swim time. They will end their day with enrichment classes such as science, math and Spanish.

Campers should bring a backpack to camp daily with a lunch bag, 2 healthy snacks, a water bottle, swim suit and towel.

Day/Time: Mon-Fri, 9am-4pm, Extended care available from 6:30 am-6 pm

Fees:
5-day camp (Mon-Fri): $175 M/$205 CP
Extended care: $200 M/$230 CP

Branch responsible:
Kroehler Family YMCA - 630.420.6270

Parent Testimonial: "I put my 4 year old in a 3 day Hedgehog camp in June and he loved it so much that I signed up for an additional 5 day session!" Camp Hedgehog Parent

Camp Bear Cub

(4-6 years)

LOCATION:
Greene Valley Forest Preserve North
Greene Road between Hobson & 75th St - Naperville

Located at Greene Valley Forest Preserve, our newest camp is ideal for those looking for a traditional, outdoor camp for their preschool and lower elementary age child. Committed to the "Leave No Child Inside" national initiative, your camper will explore the outdoors and learn about the environment. Campers will also participate in camp songs, crafts, team building games and more.

Your child will enjoy individualized attention in small camp groups where our staff to camper ratio is 1:6. Our friendly, experienced camp staff will give your child an unforgettable introduction to the camp experience as they help build independence and socialization skills in a safe and fun environment.

Campers need to bring a healthy snack, sack lunch and non-spill water bottle every day. Children must be potty trained to attend. Participants will receive a camp T-shirt for each camp (maximum of 2). T-shirts are distributed the first day of camp.

Branch responsible:
Kroehler Family YMCA - 630.420.6270

Day/Time: Mon-Fri, 9am-1pm

Camp Fee: $95 M/$125 CP

Camp Aurora Explorers

(3 years - Entering Kindergarten, must be toilet trained)

LOCATIONS:
Nancy Young Elementary School*
800 Asbury Drive
Aurora, IL 60504

*Specific location may change within the east Aurora area.

Give your child an unforgettable introduction to the camp experience at Camp Aurora Explorers! Campers will be able to interact with friends their own age while participating in fun activities which include singing, dancing, crafts, games, nature walks, and so much more. Themes are chosen with this specific age group in mind. We maintain a 1:6 ratio. Our highly trained staff are caring and experienced in working with this specific age group. Staff undergo days of extensive training that includes CPR/First Aid, behavior management, curriculum design and child-abuse prevention, giving them the tools necessary to guide your child through a fun and safe summer. Campers are always looking forward to the next day at Camp Aurora Explorers!

Parents are welcome to join their child and camp staff each week at our parent/child participation event to celebrate the camp week. Each child will receive one T-shirt. Additional T-shirts are available for a fee.

Nancy Young Elementary School is conveniently located near the Eola/Liberty intersection, minutes away from I-88. This school friendly location has access to a playground, multipurpose room, and plenty of outside green space.

Program responsible:
Safe 'n Sound - 630.585.2207

Day/Time: Mon-Fri, 9am-12pm

Camp Fee (5 day): $79 M/CP??
Camp Fee (3 day): $56 M/CP??
*July 1-3 Fee: $46 M/CP??
(no camp July 4 or 5)

Camp Aurora Explorers

(3 years - Entering Kindergarten,
must be toilet trained)

LOCATIONS:
Nancy Young Elementary School*
800 Asbury Drive
Aurora, IL 60504

*Specific location may change within the east Aurora area.

Give your child an unforgettable introduction to the camp experience at Camp Aurora Explorers! Campers will be able to interact with friends their own age while participating in fun activities which include singing, dancing, crafts, games, nature walks, and so much more. Themes are chosen with this specific age group in mind. We maintain a 1:6 ratio. Our highly trained staff are caring and experienced in working with this specific age group. Staff undergo days of extensive training that includes CPR/First Aid, behavior management, curriculum design and child-abuse prevention, giving them the tools necessary to guide your child through a fun and safe summer. Campers are always looking forward to the next day at Camp Aurora Explorers!

Parents are welcome to join their child and camp staff each week at our parent/child participation event to celebrate the camp week. Each child will receive one T-shirt. Additional T-shirts are available for a fee.

Nancy Young Elementary School is conveniently located near the Eola/Liberty intersection, minutes away from I-88. This school friendly location has access to a playground, multipurpose room, and plenty of outside green space.

Program responsible:
Safe 'n Sound - 630.585.2207

Day/Time: Mon-Fri, 9am-12pm

Camp Fee (5 day): $79 M/CP TBD
Camp Fee (3 day): $56 M/CP TBD
*July 1-3 Fee: $46 M/CP TBD
(no camp July 4 or 5)