PROGRAM DESCRIPTION OF CAMP MAC TERMS - 2012
In each term there is a program for boys and a program for girls. Boys and girls have the same choices and opportunities. However, the activities are separate.
JR. TERM PROGRAM (12 DAYS):
- For 2nd, 3rd, 4th & 5th graders
- Introduces campers to over 50 activities.
- All activities are beginner level.
- Emphasis on safety, fun and adjustment to being away from home with a little time at each activity.
- Afternoon “electives” last 2 days each, giving campers an opportunity to have a “taste” of each afternoon activity offered
- Same program each year designed for first time campers
- Summary: Good introduction to camping for the beginner camper.
INTERMEDIATE SESSION PROGRAM
(1ST 3 WEEKS IN THE 1ST & 2ND SR. TERMS):
- For 3rd, 4th and 5th graders
- Advanced program opportunities
- Emphasis is on safety, fun and instruction.
- Wide choice of activities and opportunity to do things children cannot do at home
- Afternoon electives last one week each.
- 3 Week Session campers will participate fully in every activity scheduled for their own age group during the time they are in camp.
- Summary: Good choice for those campers who want a more advanced program but are not quite ready to leave home for 4 weeks.
SR. TERM PROGRAM:
- For 3rd through 9th graders
- Advanced program opportunities
- Emphasis on safety, fun and instruction
- Wide choice of activities and opportunity to do things children cannot do at home
- Enough time to learn new skills
- Afternoon “Electives” last 1 week each (see website for electives offered to older campers)
- Enough time to develop self-confidence and lifelong friendships
- Enough time for exciting field trips (included in fee)
- Summary: Premium camp program for the experienced camper as well as for high achievers.
While many new campers start with the Jr. Term, campers may select any term according to their age/grade, about 80% of our campers in our Sr. Terms are returning campers, many of whom return year after year.
The extra time in our longer terms allows for the development of self-confidence, independence, maturity and long-lasting friendships that are some of the most important reasons for going to camp in the first place. A summer at camp offers opportunities for growth and development that cannot be duplicated at school or at home.
With the benefit of three generations of experience, we have developed a unique camp program that is both fun and challenging. We are committed to camping and, for 63 years the McBride family has seen what a quality camping experience can do for young people.
It is our desire to make this experience available to boys and girls who are also committed to camping and who are excited about the opportunities Camp Mac has to offer.
