FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
NEWS, REMINDERS & EVENTS!
Camp Knickerbocker is seeing substantial updates to the program, staff, and facilities:
- International Staff: We are happy to announce that Camp K will be hosting up to 20 international staff this summer from all over the world! Staff will be arriving in early June and will be employed through the Y throughout the summer. They come with specialized skills such as martial arts, karate, photography, swim instruction, a love for a variety of sports, a passion for the arts, and more! The Y is excited to expand our diversity and educate our campers and domestic staff about new cultures and traditions, all while celebrating our differences.
- Explorer Camp: This program is designed for campers who are 5 and 6 years old. Throughout the day, campers will go to different program areas to enjoy a plethora of activities and discover all that Camp K has to offer, all while staying on-site.
- Specialty Camp: This summer, our specialty camp list has grown substantially. Click HERE to take a peek at all of our new and returning favorite specialty camps. Specialty camps are designed for ages 7-9 and 10+!
- Adventure Camp: This summer, our adventure camp list has grown substantially. Click HERE to take a peek at all of our new and returning favorite specialty camps. Adventure camps are designed for ages 7-9 and 10+!
- CampDoc Online: CampDoc is a secure online network that will allow families to complete all health forms, waivers, and other medical information that licensing requires. If a camper's CampDoc profile is incomplete upon check-in of their session, they will not be permitted on-site until their profile is complete. In order to keep our campers safe, we insist that all medical forms, emergency contact forms, and pick-up authorizations are completed upon check-in.
- Check our our Events Page HERE to view dates/times & details on Camp Clean Up Day and Meet the Staff events!
CAMP REGISTRATION
Online Registration: Monday, March 3 at 7am
Visit the registration tab on this site to complete your registration online. Registration for all camps will close one week prior to the beginning of each camp week.
Contact Information:
Erin Gray: egray@brymca.org ; 207.633.2855
Lindsey Senecal: lsenecal@brymca.org ; 207.633.2855
Nick Menice: nmenice@clcymca.org ; 207.563.9622
HOW DO I APPLY FOR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE
Visit our Financial Assistance Page
HOW DO I REGISTER?
MAINE CHILD CARE AFFORDABILITY PROGRAM (CCAP)
Maine’s Childcare Subsidy Program helps eligible families pay for child care/camp so they can go to work, go to school, or participate in job training programs. Visit www.maine.gov or call 1-877-680-5866 for more information on how to apply. CLC does not accept subsidy for sports/specialty camps.
PACKING LIST
Water bottle • Sunscreen/Bugspray • Closed-toe shoes • Bathing Suit/Towel/water shoes • Backpack • Extra Clothes
LEAVE AT HOME
Toys you don’t want lost/stolen/broken • Trading Cards • Make-up • Sandals
SICK POLICY
Symptoms that will send your camper home/should stay home include fever (100.4 F+), diarrhea, vomiting, unexplained rash, discharge of eyes/ears
Must pick up within an hour if your child is sick at camp. Child cannot return until symptom-free for 24 hours without medication
PICK-UP/DROP OFF
157 Barter’s Island Rd. Boothbay
BEFORE/AFTER CARE
7:30am- 9am
3:30pm - 5pm
Any pick-ups after 5pm: A late fee will be applied and must be paid before arriving to camp the following day.
SUMMER MEALS
Lunch is available to order each morning upon drop off. Lunches are free through Healthy Lincoln County, if a family needs the support.
HOURS OF OPERATION
Camps run 9am-3:30pm, unless otherwise indicated via email.
CANCELLATIONS & CHANGES IN PROGRAMS
Camps are subject to cancellation if minimum enrollment is not reached. Cancellation decisions by YMCA staff will be made 10 days prior to the camp session.
Before May: A 100% refund will be made for changes & cancellations.
May-June: A 50% refund will be made for changes & cancellations made within this time frame.
June-August: No refund will be given if cancelling during the summer months, and a fee of $100 will be applied for changes in programs.
PAYMENTS
Payment plan options are available. Payment plan dates run from camp registration through 10 days prior to the start date of your camper’s session.
All payment plans MUST be paid in full prior to the first day of camp.
YMCA MEMBERSHIP
Campers who are members of either the BRYMCA or CLC YMCA receive discounted rates on camps. The camper must be on an active Family Membership through either the BRYMCA or the CLC YMCA at the time of registration through the camp season in order to receive the Family Member rate. Memberships can be created upon registration. Family Member & Member rates will not be applied to families who are members of Y's outside of Boothbay or CLC.
HOW CAN I LEARN ABOUT & REPORT RED FLAG BEHAVIORS?
Click Here to read a one-pager on abuse and bullying prevention. If you have concerns about the behavior of children or staff who work with your child, please reach out to Erin Gray, egray@brymca.org.