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Visit Our Pleasant Valley Camp Website
Phone: (603)-569-2725
Fax: (603)-569-5869
EDales[AT]ymcaboston.org
campingservices[AT]ymcaboston.org
144 Governor Wentworth Highway
Mirror Lake, New Hampshire 03853
WINTER (OFF-SEASON) OFFICE ADDRESS:
YMCA of Greater Boston Camping Services Branch
P.O. Box 10 | Mirror Lake, NH. 03853
CAMP VIDEO LINK:
Watch Our Pleasant Valley Camp Video
CAMPER AGES: 8-15
TYPE OF CAMP: Overnight/Sleepaway.
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers. All Girl Campers.
AFFILIATION(S): YMCA of Greater Boston.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: North Woods Camp and Pleasant Valley Camp are brother/sister camps located in Mirror Lake, NH, on the shores of Lake Winnipesaukee. They bring together children, ages 8 to 15, of all races, religions, nationalities, and socio-economic backgrounds. Campers partake in traditional, fun-filled summer activities, while at the same time learning about themselves, their environment and each other.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Dance, Theater, Music/Band, Fine Arts/Crafts, Video/Filmmaking/Photography, Basketball, Baseball, Soccer, Horses/Equestrian, Swimming, Tennis, Waterfront/Aquatics, Sailing, Volleyball, Adventure, and more. Arts & Crafts, Basketball, Canoeing, Ceramics, Dance, Drama, Frisbee, Hiking, Horseback, Kayaking, Leatherwork, Music, Nature, Photography (with Full Darkroom), Riflery, Ropes Course (High & Low), Sailing, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Volleyball, Waterskiing, Windsurfing, & Woodshop.
CAMP LOCATION: North Woods and Pleasant Valley Camps enjoy 220 acres of pristine wilderness with a ½ mile of waterfront on Lake Winnipesaukee in New Hampshire.
CAMP FACILITIES: Campers are grouped into 3 sections: Juniors- campers between age 8 and 11; Trailers- campers between ages 11 and 13; and Seniors- campers between ages 13 and 15 years old. All campers share spacious cabins based on age and grade along with staff, who provide direct supervision and 24/7 care. Cabins are clean and comfortable with bunk beds. Bathhouses are centrally located within each section of cabins and have individual hot showers, changing stalls, flush toilets and sinks. Our infirmary is always available 24 hours a day with a nurse on call. The Great Dining Hall serves up delicious food every day for all meals.
CAMP PROGRAM INFO: The activities at Pleasant Valley are one of a kind and through them we teach children self-esteem, confidence, sportsmanship and teamwork. Overnight camp is a great way to discover new talents and interests, realize potential, boost creativity and learn about camp-mates.
Pleasant Valley offers 4 activity periods and a daily swim session, plus an evening activity. Each camper designs her own daily schedule on the first day of camp and has a variety of activities to choose from.
CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Financial Assistance
Through the YMCA’s ACCESS Program, we offer reduced rates to individuals and families who cannot afford the full price of camp. Scholarships are available by applying for needs-based financial assistance. Please complete and mail (or scan) a CAMPERSHIP form, with the required documentation, along with our registration.
For more information please call the Camping Services Office at 603-569-2725
Scholarship Applications:
Our Camp Website Link: bostonycamps.org
FAMILY CAMP SESSION(S): 2020 Dates: August 23-28
2020 Rates: Family of 5 - $2000, Each additional member add $400
For more info, please visit: Our Camp Website Link: bostonycamps.org
YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: North Woods and Pleasant Valley Camps enjoy 220 acres of pristine wilderness on Lake Winnipesaukee, with all of the facilities and space to host your perfect event. Whether your group’s goal is to celebrate your wedding day, build leaders and bond with your team, learn about the environment, reconnect spiritually or any other gathering of family and friends, Camp is the perfect venue to host you. The facility is incredibly flexible and willing to provide as much assistance as your group needs, be that staff, supplies or activities. Conveniently located two hours north of Boston, our location allows you and your guests to get away from it all and enjoy the perfect event the way you see it.
For complete year-round camp info, please email campingservices[AT]ymcaboston.org or call 603.569.2725
OTHER CAMP INFO: Visit our camp Facebook page: Our Camp Website Link: www.facebook.com
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Summer of 2020
Two-week Sessions:
Session 1: June 28 — July 11 (Rate: $1775)
Session 2: July 12 — July 25 (Rate: $1850)
Session 3: July 26 — August 8 (Rate: $1850)
Session 4: August 9 — August 22 (Rate: $17755)
*Multi-session discount available
LIT Program By Application and Acceptance
(Age 15 by June 15th)
Session 1&2: June 28 — July 25 (Rate: $3475)
Session 3&4: July 26 — August 22 (Rate: $3475)
CIT Program By Application and Acceptance
(Age 16+or entering 11th grade)
Session 1&2: June 27 — July 25 (Rate: $875)
Session 3&4: July 25 — August 22 (Rate: $875)
NEW Assistant Counselor Program
By Application and Acceptance
(Age 17+)
Sessions 1-4: June 28-August 22nd
*Training days prior to the start of camp
Head Counselor Program
By Application and Acceptance
(Age 18+)
Sessions 1-4: June 28-August 22nd
*Training days prior to the start of camp
SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
Working at summer camp can be one of the most rewarding jobs you will ever have. At Pleasant Valley Camp, you are a mentor, teacher, friend, role model, brother, caregiver and more for young girls as they experience new things at camp. You have the unique position of helping our campers learn about themselves and the best part is, you do so by just being yourself!
Our camping staff is carefully selected on the basis of experience, education, training, leadership ability and interpersonal skills. Each staff member participates in pre-camp training in preparation for the arrival of campers. The staff's primary focus is ensuring our campers health and safety; a love for working with children and being an engaging member of a thriving inclusive community is a must! Providing a superior quality FUN camp program in a caring, physically and emotionally safe environment is our overall staff goal.
For complete summer jobs info, please visit: Our Camp Website Link: ymcaboston.org, or call 603.569.2725
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