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Rising Grades K - 8
West Cary Middle School
Camp Outer Limits has a history of tradition at the Cary Family YMCA. As the longest running day camp you can expect fun-filled days with endless opportunities to engage in active sports, learn new skills, work on crafts, and make new friends. The counselors at Camp Outer Limits create a positive environment where your child will foster lifelong relationships. Daily assemblies contain songs, contests, and skits. Each week is packed with excitement ranging from Wacky Wednesday, swimming, archery, a GIANT Slip n' Slide (we call her "Nessie"), and a weekly field trip. Possible field trips include the Natural Science Museum, Lake Crabtree, Bond Park, or a tour of the News & Observer.
Camp Outer Limits is not only a fun place to be this summer, but undoubtedly safe. Each counselor undergoes an extensive interview, reference and background check, and completes 30 hours of staff training prior to the start of the camp season. The YMCA operates summer programs on a 1:10 staff to child ratio. Your child's safety and well being are our top priorities!
Camp Outer Limits is an activity based day camp with themes integrated into daily skits, assemblies, and Wacky Wednesdays. Daily activities include daily swim time, assemblies filled with songs, skits, camper recognition and more, skill development, archery, outdoor, gym and indoor activities, as well as devotion and bead time. And what would a day at Camp "O" be without our Slip N’ Slide - Nessie!
Announcing....
Camp Outer Limits 2010
- June 14 - 18: Surf's Up Water Week - There is no other way to start off the summer than making a splash with water week. Campers will have the opportunity each day to participate in water activities and cool themselves from the hot summer sun.
- June 21 - 25: Choose Your Own Adventure – The Ultimate Scavenger Hunt - The Ultimate Scavenger Hunt…who will find the ultimate prize? Clues, maps, twists and turns. Do you have what it takes to get there first?
- June 28 - July 2: Around The World In Just 5 Days - Get a little taste of international travel right here at Camp O! With the World Cup in South Africa this summer it’s a perfect time to learn about the cultures of some other countries around the world.
- July 6 - 9: Buzz’s Big Adventure - To infinity and beyond!” We are pleased to announce that Buzz Lightyear will be joining us for a week of camp. Determined to keep Camp O a safe place for all of us to enjoy, expect some Space Ranger training to get your camper prepared for whatever might come their way.
- July 12 - 16: Camp vs. Wild - Outdoor Adventure - If you love the outdoors or want to push yourself in some challenging ways, this is the week for you! Learn new skills and equip yourself to enjoy the outdoors.
- July 19 - 23: Christmas in July - Seasons Greetings! It’s everyone’s favorite holiday! You won’t be seeing things; camp really will be a winter wonderland. The best way to spread Christmas cheer is singing loud for all to hear!
- July 26 - 30: Fitness Funathlon - Shed those holiday pounds right off (since you’re all coming to Christmas in July week) by sticking around for Fitness Funathlon week at Camp O. Exercise is the name of the game and all week campers will learn fun new ways to stay active and healthy.
- August 2 - 6: Boys vs. Girls Challenge Week - We all know the answer to who the best is…But let’s put it all on the line with some friendly competition. Physical challenges, mental challenges, team challenges and everything in between will put an end to the age old question of who is better…Boys or Girls!
- August 9 - 13: The Next Big Thing at Camp O - Show your star power this week at camp. Song, dance, unique talents are all welcome. Individuals and huddles alike will showcase their talents at camp culminating in the GREATEST FAMILY NIGHT EVER!
Daily Activities
- Devotions and Character Development
- Swimming
- Bead time and Necklaces
- Skill Development and Challenge Days
- Activity Time (Indivdual choices and huddle activities)
- Assembly Time (Assemblies happen every morning, lunch, and afternoon. Assembly is typically lead by the camp director and includes awards, funny skits, thought for the day, songs, and general information for all campers and counselors.)
What to Bring
Please pack a lunch, two snacks, a water bottle, a bathing suit, sunscreen, and a towel for your camper everyday. If you think your child might need a change of clothes, feel free to pack them as well. We encourage flip flops for the pool but they are not a mandatory item. Counselors CANNOT APPLY sunscreen on your children, so please apply sunscreen to your child before camp.
Family Nights
We would love for your entire family to be a part of Camp Outer Limits. Some sessions of camp this summer will include a family night. Come join us for a great night of fun!
- Thursday, June 22 Scavenger Hunt Family Night - 7:00 p.m.
- Thursday, July 1 4th of July Cookout - 12:00 p.m.
- Thursday, July 29 Fitness Funathlon Special - 7:00 p.m.
- Thursday, August 12 I Rock Camp "O" - 7:00 p.m.
Skill Development!
Clinics are a unique way for children to learn new skills in a variety of activities. Each week campers choose a different skill on which to focus their clinic time. The focus is not 'playing' but learning. For example, during soccer clinic campers will not be playing a game but doing passing drills, discussing team strategy, practicing shooting at the goal, and learning the rules and how-to’s of soccer. It is an intentional time used to help campers develop new skills, refine old skills and help them become more proficient in that specific activity. Possible clinics include soccer, basketball, wrestling, archery, arts and crafts, drama, chess, jump rope, and many more!
Who doesn’t have fun with Wacky Wednesdays?!
Wacky Wednesday happens every Wednesday at Camp Outer Limits! Everyone (counselors, directors, and campers) dresses up in costume according to the theme of the week. Camp is transformed for the day and fun, crazy theme based activities are planned. Get those creative juices flowing - what will YOU wear for Wacky Wednesday this summer at Camp O?
Bead time and Necklaces
One focus of the YMCA is character development. We integrate positive characteristics into day camp with our bead system. All the children will receive a bead necklace and be able to earn beads throughout the summer. The beads vary in color and meaning. They become a great encouragement and incentive to all campers. Make certain to ask your children what their beads mean, and how they earned them! Camp "O" beads include:
- Red - Caring
- Blue - Honesty
- Yellow - Respect
- Green - Responsibility
- Purple - Faith in God
- ChooChoo Train – “I Spun the Wheel” bead
- HOT pink- “I Rock Camp O” bead
- Star - Happy Birthday
- Super Silver - Trade in Four (Red,Blue,Yellow,Green)
- Glow in the Dark - Family Night
- Glitter - Wacky Wednesday Winner
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