Programs: Summer Camp

ABOUT SUMMER CAMP...

CYO Camp Rancho Framasa has many programs to choose from...all offering a positive, inclusive experience for the children who attend. Camp activities include: outdoor cooking/fire building, swimming, canoeing, campfires, games, sports, nature, faith hour (parables), hiking, horseback riding, scripture, handicrafts, climbing tower, dance, low ropes challenge, camp-out, Mass, cook-out, drama, and archery.

Whether campers are at Mass, hiking in the woods or sleeping under the stars self esteem grows, relationships form, cooperation and courage happen ALL within a child who attends CYO Camp for a few days!

To discover more about a specific summer camping program see below.

Summer Camp Registration Online Form

Traditional Camp

OVERNIGHT CAMP - 6 DAYS
BOYS' & GIRLS' CABINS
8 SESSIONS AVAILABLE
AGES 7-14

Have a blast doing lots of fun filled activities with a cabin group of friends! Live in a cabin, make new friends, get to know the counselors, share stories, sing songs…all a part of an exciting week at camp!

Sassafras Camp

OVERNIGHT CAMP - 3 DAYS
BOYS' & GIRLS' CABINS
2 SESSIONS AVAILABLE
AGES 7-12

Traditional camp too long? Doesn’t fit your schedule? Enjoy many of the same activities during this shorter session! We jam pack as much as we can into this short session. Campers have lots of laughs! Come ready to play and have some fun.

Traditional Teen Camp for Girls

OVERNIGHT CAMP - 6 DAYS
CABIN CAMPING for GIRLS
1 SESSION AVAILABLE
AGES 15 & 16

Just because you had a birthday or two doesn't mean that Traditional Camp has to be over! This old favorite is now for campers who are little older but still love everything Traditional Camp has to offer. Campers will enjoy six days at camp, living in cabins, participating in favorite activities and a trip away from camp! Who could ask for anything more? Sign up quick!

Adventure

ADVENTURE
OVERNIGHT CAMP - 6 DAYS
OFFSITE TENT CAMPING
8 SESSIONS AVAILABLE
AGES 13-15

Are you looking for MORE in camping! Take a leap into Adventure Camp and discover good times on the road. Based out of CYO Camp Rancho Framasa, Adventure campers pack up their gear and hop on the camp bus to travel to the following adventures:

• Challenge yourself at indoor rock climbing.
• Enjoy a fun, wet, wild day of canoeing.
• Explore the natural wonders of a southern Indiana cave.
• Spend a relaxing day pontoon boating on beautiful Lake Monroe.
• Pack up and hike out to your group's offsite campsite.

Adventure campers will also spend time learning about the environment and their impact upon it. Composting food scraps, recycling, low impact camping, hiking techniques and MORE!

Adventure Camp will take YOU to the next level of CYO camping!

Junior Counselor Program

OVERNIGHT CAMP - 6 DAYS
6 SESSIONS AVAILABLE / 3 SPOTS PER SESSION
APPLICATION PROCESS REQUIRED
AGES 16 - 18

This is a "hands on" training a program for older campers who are interested in camping and leadership! Junior Counselors will be assigned as an Assistant Group Counselor - assist with providing leadership, guidance, and daily care to a group of campers OR Assistant Area Counselor - assist in planning and implementing area activities for his or her week at camp. This experience will train these teens in the ways of camping, camp counseling, leadership & more!

Teens who would like to participate in this program must complete the Junior Counselor application.

To apply: Complete the registration form, pay the deposit, download the Junior Counselor Application Packet, print, read, complete and return to camp: Attn: Angi Sullivan, 2230 N Clay Lick Road, Nashville, IN 47448.

Grasshopper Day Camp

INDIANAPOLIS, IN
1 WEEK/CO-ED:
1 SESSION AVAILABLE:
2 PROGRAM CHOICES: FULL DAY (8-3) OR HALF DAY (8-12)
AGES K-4th grade

CYO Camp Rancho Framasa and Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House (located on the near north side of Indy) are joining together to offer this opportunity to experience CYO Camp fun in a day camp format! At Fatima Retreat House, we will have eager, enthusiastic, CYO-trained counselors ready to work with your child. We will provide a safe, fun, Christian environment for your child during his or her time with us. Activities include arts & crafts, singing, games, faith activities, cook-out, trip to CYO Camp Rancho Framasa (full day campers), water play, carnival day, nature walks & more!
This camp is held in Indianapolis at Fatima Retreat House.

Session Dates

Session 1:June 8-13
Traditional & Adventure

Session 2:June 15-20
Traditional, Adventure & Junior Counselor

Session 3:June 22-27
Traditional, Traditional Teen for Girls, Adventure& Junior Counselor

Session 4:June 29-July 4
Traditional, Adventure & Junior Counselor

Session 5:July 6-11
Traditional, Adventure & Junior Counselor
July 7-11 Grasshopper Day Camp

Session 6:July 13-18
Traditional, Adventure & Junior Counselor

Session 7: July 20-25
Traditional, Adventure & Junior Counselor

Session 8:July 27-August 1
Traditional, Adventure & Junior Counselor

Session 9: August 3-8
Adventure Camp

Session 9a: August 3-5 Sassafras

Session 9b: August 6-8 Sassafras

Camp Fees

Rates:

Traditional, Traditional Teen for Girls and Adventure - $475 (A), 435 (B), 395 (C)

Sassafras - $250 (A), 225 (B), 200 (C)

Junior Counselor - $ 140 (A), 120 (B), 100 (C)

Grasshopper Day Camp--1/2 day $70; full day $150

ABOUT OUR RATES: Realizing that families have differing abilities to pay, we've instituted a voluntary 3-tier pricing program. Please take a moment to look at the rate descriptions below & determine which of these three prices your family is able & willing to pay. This is strictly voluntary. In no way will the amount paid influence the quality of experience children receive. As always financial assistance is available.

Rate A: Based on the actual cost of camp for a child to participate. Includes expenses for staff, maintenance, food, programs, supplies, and wear and tear/depreciation.

Rate B: This is our partially subsidized rate for those you can pay a little more but are still unable to afford the actual cost of camp.

Rate C: This is our standard subsidized fee. For all programs this is the same fee as last year.

Scholarships:

Scholarships (Camperships) are available to those that need financial assistance.To apply, complete both the camper registration form and the campership application form in the registration area of our site. Applications are processed in the order received.

Camp Angels

Catholic camping makes a difference for many children, however not all children are able to come to camp. Many families cannot afford to pay the camp fee for their child. YOU could make a difference in a child's life by becoming a "Camp Angel". Simply complete the Camp Angel area on the registration page. The amount you choose will be automatically added to your total. Through your generosity you will give a child all CYO Camp has to offer: core values, worthwhile & fun activities, and faith.

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Registration Details

Once you have completed the online registration form you will receive immediate confirmation. Be sure to download and print the confirmation packet for the program(s) you have registered for. Summer Residential Camping programs and Day Camp balances and physical forms are due May 1, 2008 or 30 days before your session if you register after May 1, 2008. Forms for physicals are included in the confirmation packet.

Program Openings

• All sessions are full and you choose not to be on our waitlist.
• You are on our waitlist and the session date passes.
• You are on our waitlist, an opening becomes available and you are unable to attend.

Cancellations & Refunds for Summer Camp Registration

If your cancellation occurs more than 3 weeks before your camp session, then all fees are refundable, less a $60 administrative fee. If your cancellation occurs less than 3 weeks before your camp session, then all fees are non refundable.

Cabin Assignments

Campers are organized into groups of 7-10 by age (within two years) and gender. Campers who are registered for the same session will be assigned with others within 2 years of their age. An "I wish to be grouped with" preference may be indicated on the registration form. While every effort will be made to group your child with the friend(s) of their choice, the timing of receipt of a registration form may result in children receiving different sessions due to spaces becoming filled. To ensure your child is registered in the same session as a friend(s) please register on the same day. Large groups (8 or more) who are requesting to be in one cabin group will be divided into separate groupings. Efforts will be made to house all campers of a large group in the same cabin.

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Living at CYO Camp

Catholic...

CYO Camp Rancho Framasa's programming is committed to teaching Christian values to each camper! Morning and evening are gathering times for campers and staff to pray together. Mass is celebrated weekly in the Pines Amphitheater. Campers are also given the opportunity each day to enrich their faith through participation in the St. John Bosco Bead Program. Each camper receives the St. John Bosco bead of Catholic camping and has the opportunity to earn an additional bead that represents their growth in faith, community service, environmental stewardship, or personal growth. This program focuses on prayer, sacrifice, and service to others. Older campers also discuss and explore their faith when they participate in Teen Reflection. Although CYO Camp has strong faith programming that is based on the Catholic faith, campers do not have to be Catholic to attend. CYO Camp Rancho Framasa programs reach everyday kids who are forming their values for life.

Summer Staff...

At the heart of a great camping experience is the staff. At CYO Camp Rancho Framasa we look for individuals who have a passion for working with young people and individuals who can be looked to for guidance, advice, and leadership. We recognize the power of role models and therefore hire staff that will be there to help our young campers grow emotionally and spiritually.

Our Cabins & Dining Hall...

Campers live in award winning cabins, equipped with bathrooms and showers. The Associated Builders and Contractors of Indiana have given the camp's cabins the "Excellence in Merit Shop Construction" award, October, 2002!Counselors live with the campers. The counselor ratio is 1 for every 5 campers. Campers dine in our 14,000 square foot air conditioned dining hall named the Outdoor Program Center for its multipurpose design. Campers also have this dry place to do activities when it rains.

Programming for the weather...

Campers swim every day! On very hot days we keep cool by swimming two to three times, playing water games and stomping in the creek. Drinking water is available at most activity areas or very close by. Staff are trained to keep campers hydrated and in shade especially on extra hot days! We have indoor spaces to retreat to when it rains and very talented staff to entertain the campers. In the event of severe storms we have Emergency Action Plans which have been approved the American Camp Association. We take great care to keep campers safe and engaged regardless of the weather.

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Inclusive Programming

CYO Camp Rancho Framasa provides inclusive programming for campers of all abilities. Additional staff support and/or program and facility adaptations are available to campers who have support needs. Please indicate on the registration form if you would like more information or contact Mary Beth O'Brien at marybeth@campranchoframasa.org OR 1.888.988.2839 x26.

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Letter From the Camp Directors

Dear Camp Family,

Many years ago we began our journey at CYO Camp Rancho Framasa. We were both campers and summer staff members. We met at CYO Camp. Now we are raising our family here among the camp family.

We have made CYO Camp Rancho Framasa our home. We find great joy in being called to serve the Church in our Ministry with the camp. This joy is founded in the satisfaction of knowing the powerful impact of camp on a child. Camp impacted us when we were campers and it still impacts children and their families today.

Our family has chosen CYO Camp for many years now. The graces that our family receives for being immersed in CYO Camp are immeasurable. Our children get to know some of the greatest role models in the world by being with our staff each summer. Your very own children may impact our children as they watch and participate in camp activities together.

Please accept our heartfelt wishes for your child to become a part of the camp family. It is our wish that he or she may experience all of the wonders and joys of CYO Camp Rancho Framasa.

Sincerely,

Kevin & Angi Sullivan
Camp Directors

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