General Info
2012 Summer and Family Camp Registration is now open!
Address
YMCA Camp T. Frank Soles
134 Camp Soles Lane
Rockwood, PA 15557
Phone: 814-352-7217
Email: campsoles@ymcapgh.org
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2012 RC Registration Form
2012 DC Registration Form
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Staff
Ryan Hove- Executive Director
Valerie Medina-Stahl- Office Manager
What’s New at Camp Soles!
We are pleased to announce the 1st Annual Adventure Warrior Race at YMCA Camp Soles! The proceeds of this great race will support our camp scholarships program. Come be a part of a great day out at Soles!
More information and Registration can be found on Active.com.
You can also join our Adventure Warrior Race Facebook page to stay up to date on all the race news!
YMCA Camp Soles is proud to announce the participation in the American Camp Association’s® (ACA’s) Explore 30 Camp Reading Program. During the summer children experience “summer learning loss” when they are not involved in high quality programs with opportunities for skill building. Research indicates that participation in intentional programs, like camp, can help stem summer learning loss.
The Explore 30 Camp Reading Program addresses summer learning loss by providing our campers with at least 30 minutes of reading time per day. We excited to integrate this program into our Day and Resident Camps this summer! We take our role in a child’s development seriously and strongly believe that this program helps build the whole child.
For information on the ACA’s national Explore 30 Program visit their website at http://www.acacamps.org/explore30.
Camp History
Camp Soles is a 263 acre YMCA resident camp in the Laurel Highland Mountains of southwestern Pennsylvania. Through the dedication and leadership of Y professionals, Frank T. Soles and Walter C. Shaw, Camp Soles opened and started to provide camping services on May 22, 1955 as an outreach of the McKeesport YMCA. Along with the development of Camp Soles also came the creation of Lake Tris, an 18 acre man-made lake, ideal for swimming, canoeing, kayaking and sailing. Through the years Camp Soles has offered a variety of acitvities from horseback riding and snow skiing on the slopes of “Skunk Hill” to include a zip-line and mountain biking.
Our goal and Philosophy: While camp activities may seem to be the focus of camp, these are actually the tools we use to teach campers about becoming responsible adults and making lifelong friendships. Our focus is to instill the core values of Honesty, Caring, Respect and Responsibility among each and every camper.
Family Camp
Family Camp
Are you looking for a way to reconnect with your family and get away from that busy schedule? Look no further! Family Camp at YMCA Camp T. Frank Soles provides an opportunity to bolster family relationships and time to relax as a family in a beautiful natural setting.
We provide all your meals and activities, so your family can have new experiences, share stories and laugh together in a relaxed outdoor atmosphere. Family Camp is reminiscent of a gentler, less hassled time. Join us this summer and build lasting memories with your loved ones.
Dates:
Session 1: June 17th-22nd
Session 2: July 29th-August 3rd
Labor Day Weekend: August 31st- September 3rd
Cost:
Session 1 & 2
Full Cabin (Sleeps 16): $1300/session
Half Cabin (Sleeps 8): $ 650/session
Labor Day Weekend
Full Cabin (Sleeps 16): $650/session
Half Cabin (Sleeps 8): $ 325/session
2012 Registration Form Family Camp
Resident Camp
Resident Camp
Ages 7-16 Years Old
Our Resident Camp program is what we are best known for and is the highpoint of any Sole’s experience. We provide resident camp programming for campers ages 7-16. Campers stay in cabins with others of the same gender and similar age range. Each cabin is led by our highly trained, passionate, and college-aged Counselors. Our Resident Camp experience provides campers the opportunity to gain self-confidence, a sense of independence, and the skills to make new friends.
During the week, campers will have the chance to create their own adventure. There are individual activity periods where campers can choose which activities they really want to focus on; archery, arts and crafts, canoeing, gardening, rock climbing, and much more! There are also activities that each cabin will experience together; Ga-Ga, Zip Lining, Swimming, Hiking, and more! Our camp family gathers together each evening for a group activity. Campfires, night hikes, capture the flag, and famous Soles Disco Fever!
If you have any questions about our resident camp programming, camp sessions, discounts, or would like more information; please feel free to contact the camp office at 814-352-7217 or by email at campsoles@ymcapgh.org.
Resident Camp Sessions:
Session A: June 24th-29th
Session B: July 1st-6th
Session C: July 15th-20th
Session D: July 22nd -27th
Prices:
Tier A: $425 per session
Tier B $325 per session
Tier C $275 per session
Why Three Prices?
Please refer to the “Parent’s Place” Tab for more information.
2012 RC Registration Form
Day Camp
Day Camp
Ages 5-13 Years Old
YMCA Camp T. Frank Soles is excited to bring the magic of camp to our surrounding communities. Our Day Camp program serves campers ages 5-13 years old and strives to help each individual camper feel success and to know they’re cared for. Our program is age progressive and appropriately challenging. Day Camp’s goal is to give campers new experiences to build self-confidence and character, share a love for the outdoors, and gain the skills to transition up to Resident Camp.
Day Campers’ weeks are filled with great opportunities to swim, rock climb, create a masterpiece in arts in crafts, shoot a bow and arrow, and explore the beautiful woods and trails of Camp Soles.
Day Camp Sessions run Monday-Friday from 8 am-5 pm daily. Early (7 am-8 am) and Late (5 pm-6 pm) Care are available at no additional cost. We also offer an additional child discount of $25 per session to help support our great families. This discount will apply to 2nd (and 3rd, 4th) campers in your immediate family. If you have any questions about our day camp programming, camp sessions, discounts, or would like more information; please feel free to contact the camp office at 814-352-7217 or by email at campsoles@ymcapgh.org.
2012 Day Camp Sessions:
Session 1: June 18th-22nd
Session 2: June 25th-29
Session 3: July 2nd-6th
Session 4: July 9th-13th
Session 5: July 16th – 20th
Session 6: July 23rd- 27th
Session 7: July 30th – August 3rd
Session 8: August 6th – 10th
Prices:
Tier A: $150 per session
Tier B $125 per session
Tier C $100 per session
Why Three Prices?
Please refer to the “Parent’s Place” Tab for more information.
2012 DC Registration Form
Parent’s Place
Parent’s Section
Health and Safety
At YMCA Camp T. Franks Soles, the health and well-being of our campers is our foremost concern. Our Camp Nurse lives on site in our Health Center. We instill the importance of all safety policies – we require campers and staff to wear helmets and harnesses while climbing, lifejackets while participating in any boating activities. Our High Adventure and Waterfront are staffed by properly trained and certified staff at all times.
Our Great Staff
Camp Soles also understands the imperative need for positive role models in the lives of today’s young people. Each summer a group of enthusiastic and kid-loving staff come to Soles to ensure all of our campers have a safe and fun summer camp experience. A well-trained, passionate staff is crucial to an exciting and unforgettable summer camp experience. All staff members undergo an extensive and professional training program together in preparation for our campers’ arrival.
Summer Camp Pricing
It is our belief at YMCA Camp T. Frank Soles that no child or family shall be turned away due to inability to pay. We realize that different families have different abilities to pay, so we created a three tier pricing program. Below is a list of our rate descriptions. The best part is that you pick which tier your family fits in. This is strictly an honor system and in no way influences the quality of the experience your child will receive. Further financial assistance is available, if needed. When filling out the registration form, please select the rate in which you will be paying.
Tier A (Actual Cost of Camp +Scholarship Help)
For families who are blessed to be able to help others Tier A pricing provides additional funds for Camp Scholarships. Balancing a camp budget while creating opportunities for as many families as possible to participate is a major challenge. This price includes expenses for staff, maintenance, food, programs, supplies, wear and tear/depreciation, and supports families/campers that need additional assistance.
Tier B (Actual Cost of Camp)
This is the full cost of sending a child to camp. This price includes expenses for staff, maintenance, food, programs, supplies, and wear and tear/depreciation.
Tier C (Partially Subsidized)
Our partially subsidized rate is for families who can afford a little more but are still unable to pay the full cost of camp. Subsidy comes from our Building Bridges Campaign.
If you have any questions about our staff, our health and safety procedures, or our tiered pricing; please feel free to contact the camp office 814-352-7217 or by email at campsoles@ymcapgh.org.
