Camp Weaver on Ice

Hello Blog readers,

Stop right where you are and before you read any further put on your thinking caps, it’s quiz time! Don’t worry, it’s not hard. Ready?

Here is your quiz:

Do you like having fun?

Do you love Camp Weaver?

Do enjoy FREE things?

Do you like to ice skate?

Do you like helping your friends have free fun too?

If you answered yes to one or more of these questions congratulations, you passed the quiz! Now that we have marked an A for your quiz results, get out your pen and mark the date March 22 on your calendars for our Camp Weaver Ice Skating event!
 

Free rental and skating will be provided at the Greensboro Ice House for past and present Camp Weaver participants (and their parents), all you have to do is bring a friend who has not yet been to Camp Weaver with you! Skating will begin at 4:30pm and go until 6:30pm or until our legs start to cramp. The address of the facility is 6119 Landmark Center Blvd, Greensboro, NC 27407.

Please RSVP to info@campweaver.org and call us at 336.697.0525 with any questions you have.

There is no limit on how many skaters can come, we have the whole place to ourselves, but there is a limited amount of skates in each available size so we may need to take turns if certain sizes run out.

SO you have passed one quiz, now let’s see how you test on the ice! We look forward to skating with our Camp Weaver family, see you March 22!

5 Reasons for you to get excited about Camp Weaver's Annual Giving Campaign “Send a Kid to Camp” Kickoff Event!

It’s that time of year again…new calendars are being hung on the wall, resolutions are being made (ours is to be better at regular blogging, sorry for our absence!) and it’s time for Camp Weaver’s Annual Giving Campaign "Send a Kid to Camp" Kickoff event! There is a lot to be excited about for the New Year ahead, and especially for our upcoming Kickoff event.

5 reasons why our Kickoff Event is something for you to get excited about:

1. The Chance to Give – In 2013 we were able to provide 300 children with scholarship to attend overnight and day camp sessions. This year we hope to be able to provide life changing experiences to even more deserving children. You can help!

2. Guest Speakers - Come hear the heartfelt testimonials of those directly influenced by your contributions!

3. Great Food - That New Year’s resolution to stay on your diet can always re-start next month…come out and have some delicious Quaintance -Weaver restaurant quality food all while supporting a great cause.

4. Awesome Auction Items – Our Silent Auction is made up of a variety of wonderful donations from great local businesses, including but certainly not limited to: Proximity Hotel, Carolina Hurricanes, Avanti Salon and Spa, Wine and Design, Great Outdoor Provision Co., PRECOR, Idiot Box Comedy Club, Loco for Coco and Cookie Lee Jewelry. This is the perfect opportunity to bid on some great items for yourself or go home with some great gifts! All proceeds from the auction will go towards our scholarship program directly funding camp opportunities for underserved youth.

5. One More Reason to Talk about Camp - This event is a unique opportunity to gather together with other community members that are passionate about supporting local youth. Come spend some time learning more about Camp's positive influence and all of the different opportunities there are for you to support our cause. We hope to see you there!

Now that you are excited for our event and pumped to give a child an experience that lasts a lifetime, RSVP NOW! We can’t wait to see you!

When: 
February 6th, 2014
Silent Auction bidding begins at 11:30 AM 
Program and lunch begin at 12 noon 

Where:
Proximity Hotel 
704 Green Valley Rd
Greensboro, NC 27408Cost: $30 per person, includes delicious lunch
 

RSVP - Email to: rsvp@campweaver.org, or call our office at 336.697.0525.

If you are unable to attend the event but would still like to support our effort to make camp available to more deserving children you are welcome to make a direct contribution to our scholarship campaign by mailing a check to YMCA Camp Weaver, 4924 Tapawingo Trail, Greensboro NC 27406 or over the phone at 336.697.0525 OR ONLINE (see directions below).

Step by Step Online Donation Directions- 

• Click SUPPORT US on the homepage or copy this link in to your web browser - campweaver.org/donate
• Select “Make an online donation now” at the top of that page 
• You will be asked to create a username and password - make this something that is easy to remember (or write it down) so you can log back in to your account at a later date or next year if you’d like to give again. If you ever forget your log-in information place call our office to get it instead of creating a new account
• You will then enter your personal contact information 
• After you have entered your contact information, on the next page - click Make A Donation on the toolbar at the top of the screen

We promise it only takes about 5 minutes of your time! 

There are a few different ways to give-

If you’d like to purchase a seat at our Annual Giving Campaign “Send a Kid to Camp” Kickoff Event Luncheon: 

Choose “2014 Kickoff Event” in the Campaign drop down menu

and 

“Kickoff Event Luncheon Ticket” in the Purpose drop down menu 

If you are unable to attend the event but would still like to make a donation to our 2014 Send a Kid to Camp Scholarship fund to help send deserving underprivileged campers to summer camp: 

Choose “2014 Annual Giving Campaign” in the Campaign drop down menu

and 

“2014 Send A Kid To Camp” in the Purpose drop down menu

If you’d like to make a donation towards the Lt. J Wesley Van Dorn Memorial Scholarship Fund

Choose “J Wesley Van Dorn Memorial Scholarship” in the Campaign drop down menu

and 

“J Wesley Van Dorn Memorial Scholarship” in the Purpose drop down menu

No matter which giving option you choose, all funding goes directly towards providing deserving underprivileged children with life changing camp experiences that they would otherwise not have the opportunity to participate in.

Remember, We Can Make a Difference Together!

See some of the great Silent Auction items below:

 

Campaign Kick-Off Event

Please visit this link to RSVP for the Camp Weaver Campaign Kick-Off Event

Click here to RSVP

If you have any issues with the reservation system, please let us know at info@campweaver.org

LIT is a one-of-a-kind program at YMCA Camp Weaver that is designed to build leadership skills, group skills, confidence, and character. LIT is meant to be the first step towards being a camp counselor, and is considered a prerequisite for those wishing to enter our selective Counselor-In-Training Program.

LIT is a two-week program for rising 10^th graders. The first week of camp is spent in traditional camp activities for half the day, and leadership training for the other half. During the first week and a half, the group of 10 campers and their counselor will work on a service project for the betterment of camp. Campers will also receive backcountry training, with skills taught ranging from Leave No Trace Camping Ethics, fire building, shelter building, and outdoor cooking. During the second half of week two, our LIT campers depart camp for three days for an outdoor adventure leadership trip. The LITs will plan and execute virtually every aspect of the trip for their group while being facilitated by two staff who are there to supervise and assist as needed—it is the culmination of every leadership skill they have learned and practiced thus far in the program.

CIT is the follow-up to the LIT program for rising 11^th graders, with campers coming to camp for three full weeks. Successful participation in the Camp Weaver LIT program or equivalent leadership training is required before admission to the program. 

The CIT program starts before your teen even arrives at camp. All CITs must submit an application, obtain letters of reference, and schedule their own interview with a Camp Weaver Program Director. Once at camp, the first two weeks of the program are dedicated to learning skills and techniques in managing camper behavior, developing camp activities, and learning games and songs. Our goal with the CIT program is to equip your camper with the tools to be not only a great camp counselor, but develop into a well-rounded person.

If you would like to sign your teen up for these exciting programs or have any questions, please give me a call at the Camp Weaver office or email me at luke@campweaver.org. I believe that all of our campers have the ability to learn leadership skills and excel in both the Leader In Training and Counselor in Training program, and I am excited to see them at camp in any capacity this summer!

Camp Weaver Night @ UNC-G Spartans Game

Please visit this link.

RSVP for the UNC-G Game

If you are having any issues with this form, please email us at info@campweaver.org

From the desk of Jamie Cosson, Executive Director...

November 26^th, 2012

Greetings Camp Families,

I hope that all is well with your family! It is wonderful to hear the sounds of children enjoying the outdoors as we conclude our school outdoor education season. Holiday overnight camp is coming soon, December 21-23 and is an awesome camp program during the holidays. We are spending plenty of time discussing summer camp and building on the successes of 2012.  For the 2013 season, our staff and board of managers have been busy analyzing evaluations and recommending positive changes. I can assure you that we have listened very carefully to the many children that attend our camps – and of course to you, our parents. 

For example, we will build on the successes of last summer by continuing to focus our attention on creating the best possible cabin life experience, friendship development and daily activities that help your child build important life and social skills. All these components focus on our primary goal of giving every child a safe and fun experience that builds self-esteem, and prepares them for the challenges of life.

Also, in order to meet rising food, utility, and staffing costs, we are making changes to 2013 fees, including adjustments to our overnight camp rate and a simplification of day camper pricing that eliminates the tiered pricing system and replaces it with a single rate. The new single fee structure for overnight and day campers will not affect our scholarship program and financial assistance will still be available.

Even with these pricing adjustments, we hope you will be pleased to know that even as we invest in providing a truly quality camp experience and improved camp facilities, Camp Weaver is still the lowest-priced overnight camp and among the lowest outdoor sports and adventure camps in the region. We are proud to be a “hidden gem” among summer camps.

Please see our web site for summer 2013 rates and schedule information. And do not miss our NEW $50 early bird discount for overnight camp and $20 for traditional day camp! We hope you will take advantage of this great offer to save on camp tuition and reserve your child’s spot now for next summer. But hurry, this offer is only available to returning camp families through January 1^st, 2013!

I am always open to feedback, suggestions and questions. You can send them to Jamie@campweaver.org or call our camp phone number (336) 697-0525. I look forward to seeing you soon!       

Wishing you the best!

Sincerely,

Jamie Cosson

Executive Director

Camp Confidence Helps Young Author

At YMCA Camp Weaver, one of our campers is finding the confidence to pursue her dreams.  Victoria Gonzalez has published her first novel at just 14 years old!  “Guardians of the Gate: Disappearance of Code” is the first book in what will become a trilogy series.  Fans can order the book on Amazon in hard copy or for the Kindle! 
Victoria’s mom Melissa Stephens says Camp Weaver has played an important role in Victoria’s success.  She says camp has given her daughter the confidence to share her talents and inspire others to reach for their goals.

Victoria’s website: www.vagonzalez.com

“Guardians of the Gate” on Amazon: Guardians of the Gate: Disappearance of Code