

Quest’s Camp Thunderbird typically provides one staff member for every five guests (1:5 ratio). We are not equipped for individuals who may cause physical harm to fellow guests, require feeding tubes, Foley catheters, dialysis, ventilators or have a tracheostomy.

Program EligibilityĮligibility is based on present medical or behavioral concerns and our ability to ensure safe and adequate supervision for all guest needs. Stayovers allow camp guests to stay the weekend and bridge the gap between sessions. Activities vary within the program and include sports & games, archery, pool time, arts & crafts, canoeing, nature studies and more! Through choice programming, guests take ownership of their experience, allowing a schedule that best caters to desired outcomes and goals. If you are brand new to the program and need to be placed in a core Circle group, please contact be placed in a Circle based on your neighborhood and your child’s school.Guests choose activities based on personal interests and preferences.

The YMCA does not provide firewood for your campsite. Water, meals (talk to your circle chief for food assignments), snacks, activewear (including closed-toed shoes), program vest, sleeping supplies, tent, flashlights, bonfire materials and rain jacket. Open activities include gaga, hiking, fishing, basketball, soccer and more. Saturday activities include archery, marksmanship, art, rock wall, zipline and alpine tower. WEEKEND CIRCLE CAMPOUTĬircle groups will tent camp at Camp Thunderbird and make lasting memories.
CAMP THUNDERBIRD 2022 REGISTRATION
Registration per individual (Registration opens December 1).YMCA Camp Thunderbirdįather Daughter Dance - Location TBD January 20 at 6:30 - 9:30 p.m. October 13-15 / April 26-28 (Princess II) September 29-October 1 / April 12-14 (Guides 1) September 22 - September 24 / March 22-24 (Guides II) Here are the circles who we have listed so far: Once we receive confirmation that a circle will be attending for the 2023-2024 year, we will place them below under each weekend. September 9 at noon, YMCA Camp ThunderbirdĬircles, or groups of fathers and their children, will be assigned to a weekend.After registration, you will receive a separate email from PlayerSpace (prior to the Fall season) to fill out information regarding your circle.įor questions, please contact us at Leadership Meetings and TrainingsĮach circle leader will be asked to attend a mandatory virtual meeting to go over the campouts, events for the year, and any additional changes to the programming.If you have additional children, each additional child should be registered under the child’s name on your YMCA account.Complete registration for your first child, which includes one child and one father.For new participants, choose the “Sign Up” option in the upper right, choose any location you live near, and select the “Non-Member” option on the bottom. If you are a YMCA member or already have a YMCA account as a non-member, enter your login information.Click REGISTER to start the online process.WHO CAN REGISTER?Ĭhildren 5 - 15 years old with their father figure. The yearly registration includes access to a circle group, a camp out at Camp Thunderbird as a Circle in the Fall and Spring, some events throughout the year, and opportunities in our YMCA branches.Ĭampouts are where the big moments happen! On Saturday, enjoy what Camp Thunderbird has to offer canoeing, fishing, archery, marksmanship, gaga, art, and alpine and zip-line for those who are 8 and older, with ending the night with a ceremony for those who are entering the program in the Fall and graduating out of the program in the Spring. Its purpose is to foster a strong parent-child relationship through quality time spent together. The program allows fathers and father figures to spend one-on-one time with their child in a fun environment. Go with your child on a journey of discovery with YMCA Adventure Programs.
