Summer 2008
Camp Ulbrich - Preschool Camp - Teen Camp
Where every day is an adventure!

For children entering Kindergarten, through 15 years of age.
Printable day camp registration form.
Additional information on fees and schedules on the form.

Extended Care: Monday-Friday, 7 am to 9 am and 4 pm to 6 pm.
(In the morning, participants should sign in at the tent.)

Camp Ulbrich

Camp Ulbrich is designed to give every camper a memorable and rewarding summer camp experience. Camp Ulbrich is for children, 5-10 years of age and runs in one week sessions beginning the end of June through the middle of August.

Througout the day, campers particpate in a variety of group activities, arts and crafts, and all camp activity. One of the unique things about Camp Ulbrich is that the older campers sign up for coaching periods. This leads into the all camp activity that involves everyone.

Campers swim every day except on Wednesdays, which are Field Trip days. In addition, to add a spin to each session, there will be a weekly theme around which activites are based. On Friday afternoons, there will be a camp-wide special event ranging from Olympic games to a Nickel Carnival.

See more about weekly camp themes and field trips and
more about our two specialty camps for children 8 -12.

Ulbrich Preschool Camp

Preschool camp is for those first time campers and those who are entering Kindergarten in September. The camp is designed and functions just like Camp Ulbrich. There is swimming daily, Field Trips once a week, arts and crafts, and plenty of activities inside and outside. Campers also participate in all camp activities, and, on those hot days, the water games.

Campers learn the meaning of teamwork, sharing, and independence. They are constantly on the move and there is not a moment that they are not doing something.

Ulbrich Teen Camp
Ages 11-13

A Summer Camp for teenagers! We know that once campers enter their teen years, their needs and desires in a camp experience change. Teens are provided with more independence, greater challenges, increased responsibility, and access to outstanding staff to help guide them through the summer months.

Teen campers are constantly on the move participating in group activites, swimming and weekly field trips. Teen camp focuses on teamwork and creating an atmosphere where teens feel safe, valued and free to express themselves.

C.I.T.'s
Counselors in Training

This four-week leadership training program, ages 14 and 15, is designed to place participants in leadership roles under the guidance of experienced camp staff. With the CIT coordinator, CIT's will plan events, improve activity skills in camp program areas, learn First Aid and CPR, and engage in interactive learning through group discussions and hands-on activites.

CIT's also partake in the overnights and Field Trips. This program is a fantastic way to give your teen valuable real-world experience working with people of many ages.

The process of being a CIT has changed. Please note that there is a special application process and interview required for this program. Space is limited to ten CIT's per session. Contact Sarah Markesky for application materials and more information.

Swim Lessons/Free Swim

The Wallingford Family YMCA prides itself in offering free swim and swim lessons to all of our campers each day. Our camp aquatics staff offer a wide variety of swim lessons ranging from beginner to advanced. Free swim allows campers to cool down and have fun with their friends while utilizing the many water toys and games that we offer. (Not availabe to Teen Camp.)

Camp Overnights
7 pm Friday to 9 am Saturday at Bertini Park

Camp Overnights begin Friday, August 1st, and occur each Friday through August 22nd. 

We are in our 4th year offering camp overnights to our Camp Ulbrich campers ages 7 and older. All camps, except preschool, may participate.

We will also be offering younger campers the chance to join us along with their parents from 7 pm to 9 pm.

Camp Policies

Membership: A YMCA membership is not required to participate in any of our summer day camp programs. Everyone is welcome

Payment: A non-refundable $25 deposit is required for each session in which your child is enrolled. Payment in full is due prior to the start of each session. Campers may not attend the session if payment in full is not received. Any session changes made after June 13 will result in a $20 change fee.

Financial Assistance: Financial assistance is available. The deadline for applications is June 13. Application forms are available at the Welcome Center or you may download forms from this page. Please contatact Tammie Mastroianni at 269-4497, extension 14 for more information.

Refunds: Camp fees (excluding deposits) will be refunded if the child is withdrawn one week prior to the start of the session due to medical reasons. A doctor's note is required.

Uniforms: Campers are required to wear the YMCA camp t-shirt on all field trips. Each new camper will receive a t-shirt at the start of a session.

Physical Exam: Each camper must have a physical exam by a licensed physican within the past two years. No child may attend the program without an up-to-date immunization record on file with the Wallingford Fmaily YMCA. Forms are available at the Welcome Center.

Lunch/Snacks: Lunch and snacks are to be packed in a plastic bag or container labeled with your child's name and will be kept in a cooler at the YMCA. Please do not use brown paper bags. Brown bags are only to be used on field trip days. Coolers and backpacks are not allowed.

Camp Staff

The Wallingford Family YMCA strives to have the best staff on hand at all times. Our camp staff act as positive role models for campers and strive to offer a fun yet safe and healthy program for everyone involved. Our staff members possess the qualities that we wish to instill in our campers -- honesty, caring, respect, and responsibility.

Staff members ensure that campers are having fun and always having some type of adventure. All staff are cerified in CPR and First Aid. Our counselors always bring something new to the camp experience. That is what makes our camp fun and unique.