AN EXPERIENCE
OF A LIFETIME
YMCA of Grays Harbor
Camp Bishop
Overnight Resident
Camp
Overnight Resident Camp is designed to allow each
camper a safe and fun experience in a beautiful natural
setting. Campers are grouped by age and gender in
comfortable cabins supervised by two counselors. All
cabins have electricity and community bath houses,
equipped with private showers.
Each day campers have opportunities for structured and
unstructured play, skill development, and social bonding
with peers. The traditional camp experience includes
activities such as campfires, archery, arts & crafts,
swimming, boating, climbing, soccer, basketball, drama,
low ropes initiatives, and much more. Each day, all of
camp comes together for games such as Capture the
Flag or other ACE’s (All Camp Events). Days end with
campfire and with cabin groups having a Values Session,
designed to encourage reflection and personal growth.
PIONEER MINI CAMP Grades K-1
(The grade your child will be entering into next school year)
Pioneer Mini Camp is a great introduction to the
overnight camp experience. This is the perfect overnight
camp experience for the first time camper. Campers will
participate in daily activities and have that great camp
experience without staying away from home too long.
Pioneer Mini Camp is a two night, three day mini version
of our resident camp experience. Mini Camps run
Sunday-Tuesday and Tuesday-Thursday. You may
combine two mini camp sessions within the same week
without a mid week check out.
VOYAGERS Grades 2-4
(The grade your child will be entering into next school year)
Voyagers get to experience everything that Pioneers
experience plus so much more. This is campers first
experience at a weeklong resident camp.
EXPLORERS Grades 5-6
(The grade your child will be entering into next school year)
Explorers are Camp’s emerging leaders. Whether this is
the first experience at camp or they have attended
multiple times, explorers develop lasting friendships.
ADVENTURERS Grades 7-9
(The grade your child will be entering into next school year)
Adventurers are the oldest of the weeklong resident
campers, and focus on skills such as role modeling,
making positive choices, and taking personal
responsibility. Campers engage in a team building day
with their cabin mates on the challenge course, develop
skills through their specialty, and enjoy traditional camp
activities.
Specialties
Specialties are an opportunity for campers to engage
in a focus area. Campers will be able to develop
additional skills in their specialty based on a
progression of instruction. Two activity sessions will
be dedicated towards specialty courses during the
daily camper schedule.
Wood Craft
(Voyagers and Explorers)
Campers learn the basics of woodworking from creating
bird houses to other creative products. Campers will
learn how to forage, prepare, and create using wood
from camp.
Technology/Legos
(Voyagers and Explorers)
Campers will have the opportunity to utilize technology
in a camp setting. From video creating and editing to
radio broadcasting this will be an exciting program. In
addition, Lego Mindstorm Robotics will be incorporated
into this fun and challenging program.
Art
Rates
Pioneer Mini Camp
Tier A: $185
Tier A: $209
B: $155
B: $179
C: $125
C: $149
(Through May 31st, 2015)
B: $261
B: $309
C: $231
C: $279
(Through May 31st, 2015)
B: $261
B: $309
C: $231
C: $279
(Through May 31st, 2015)
C: $241
C: $289
(Through May 31st, 2015)
*Tier pricing information on page 8.
Voyagers
Tier A: $291
Tier A: $339
*Tier pricing information on page 8.
Explorers
Tier A: $291
Tier A: $339
*Tier pricing information on page 8.
Adventures
Tier A: $301
Tier A: $349
B: $271
B: $319
*Tier pricing information on page 8.
(Voyagers and Explorers)
Campers will have the opportunity to engage in a variety
of art projects. From modeling clay to canvas painting
this program will teach the basics of multiple art
methods and techniques.
All Sports (Voyagers and Explorers)
If you love sports then this is the specialty for you.
Campers will engage in different sports throughout the
week from baseball to disc golf. Counselors will
challenge you in a variety of sport games.
Aquatics
(Adventurers)
Campers learn basic lifeguard skills, enjoy a variety of
waterfront activities, and engage in basic snorkeling
adventures. Aquatic specialty campers should have basic
swimming skills and feel comfortable in the water.
Challenge Course
(Adventurers and Explorers)
Campers expand their knowledge of challenge course
elements through learning basic knot tying and
leadership facilitating. Team building, creativity,
confidence and adaptability are among the skills
practiced.
Wilderness Living Skills
(Adventurers)
Campers will learn fire-building, orienteering and shelter
building using the natural environment of Camp Bishop.
Other practices that may be explored include leave no
trace wilderness ethics, horticulture and sustainable
living.
Tumbling/Cheer
(Adventurers and Explorers)
Paddle Boarding
(Adventurers)
Campers will be introduced to basic cheer routines and a
variety of tumbling techniques. Campers will be exposed
to techniques based on their gymnastics level.
Campers learn stand up paddling techniques and spend
their time paddling around beautiful Lost Lake. Water
safety is stressed throughout this activity. Paddling
adventures also include a special quest at Lost Lake
Island.
(Starting June 1st, 2015)
(Starting June 1st, 2015)
(Starting June 1st, 2015)
(Starting June 1st, 2015)
Pioneer Mini Camp Sessions
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July 19th - July 21st
July 21st - July 23rd
July 26th - July 28th
July 28th - July 30th
August 2nd - August 4th
August 4th - August 6th
August 9th - August 11th
August 11th - August 13th
Week Long Resident Camp Sessions
(Voyagers, Explorers, and Adventurers)
Session
Session
Session
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July 19th - July 24th
July 26th - July 31st
August 2nd - August 7th
August 9th - August 14th
DAY CAMP
Day Camp Grades K-6
(The grade your child will be entering into next school year)
Day Camp is a great way for kids to make new friends,
have fun, and try new things in a natural environment
under the guidance of positive counselor role models.
Whether you are looking for an introduction to
Overnight Resident Camp, or a summer child care
option with a twist Day Camp is for you.
Day Camp runs Monday through Friday and includes a
value-based program with resident campers each day,
daily camp activities that work on a progression of
skills, programs geared towards weekly themes, and
multiple waterfront activities. Lunch and afternoon
snack will be provided daily.
Theme: Around the World
Session 1: July 20th – July 24th
At Camp Bishop, we value diversity and education. This
theme allows for creativity and learning. With programs
like the Olympics, The Amazing Race, and Where in the
World is Carmen San Diego, the storyline possibilities
are endless. The goal is to add a diversity of cultures to
help bring creative twists to already awesome
programs.
Theme: Summer Camp the Musical
Session 2: July 27th - July31st
It’s time to break into song and experience camp
through music! Music has always been a part of Camp
Bishop, but you haven't seen anything yet. Expand your
imagination by leaving your “Own Little Corner” and
venturing “Into the Woods”. “Defy Gravity” on the
bouldering wall and discover that at camp you can say,
"I won't grow up" and everyone will understand.
Theme: Splash and Dash
Session 3: August 3rd - August 7th
Take a break from summer heat! Join us for wacky and
wild camp filled with water games. This week is all
about the water from exploring the natural streams and
waterways around camp to jumping in with new friends
with a splash. Water Skiing and water tubing are extra
perks for this week!
Theme: All-idays
Session 4: August 10th – August 14th
We all have our favorite Holidays, so why not celebrate
them all? This week brings together holidays from
around the globe and across the calendar. If that isn’t
enough, campers are also charged with creating their
own unique holiday for everyone to enjoy. Come and
join us in celebration, appreciation, and cheer.
Day Camp
Tier A: $141
Tier A: $189
B: $111
B: $159
C: $81
C: $129
*Tier pricing information on page 8.
(Through May 31st, 2015)
(Starting June 1st, 2015)
RENT CAMP BISHOP
Camp Bishop
Along with great camping programs, Camp Bishop provides a
wonderful retreat or meeting spot for your organization. Just a short
drive from Olympia, Camp Bishop serves as an ideal playground right
in your own backyard. Nestled in the foothills of the Olympic
Mountains and situated on beautiful secluded Lost Lake, Camp
Bishop is a popular outdoor destination. The camp’s natural beauty,
recreational assets and spacious accommodations are well suited for
you to learn, grow, and thrive.
Camp Bishop welcomes reservations from churches, schools,
colleges, non-profit groups, community organizations, choirs, bands,
sports teams, and others.
Facilities
Winterized Conference Center: Large meeting room, showers,
kitchenette, stone fireplace, 8 dormitory style rooms, and WiFi
Dining Hall: Indoor and outdoor eating area overlooking the lake,
seating for 175
Kitchen: Fully equipped commercial kitchen
Cabins: Ten cabins, 14 beds per cabin, central restrooms with private
showers, cabins have electricity but are not heated
Program Areas: Basketball, 4 square, sand volleyball court, soccer
field, hiking trails, bouldering wall
Waterfront: Kayaks, canoes & paddle boats are available. Swimming
available with a certified YMCA lifeguard only.
Rental Rates:
$384 per night
$288 day use only
Additional charge per person over 32 is $12 per night/$9 per day.
All weekend rentals require a two night minimum stay.
Fees
Lifeguard: A YMCA staffed certified American Red Cross Lifeguard is
required for swimming. Arrangements must be made in advance.
$125 for 4 hours
Each additional hour is $25, hours must be scheduled consecutively
Firewood: If you are unable to bring your own firewood, firewood is
available.
$30 for 6 bundles
Both firewood and lifeguard arrangements will need to be made in
advance of your rental date and noted on your contract.
Low Ropes Challenge Course
Challenge your group or team mentally and physically by having
them work through the Low Ropes Challenge Course. These group
activities require teamwork to accomplish a task. This program
allows for the facilitator to work right alongside your group, helping
them work through their objectives, and coaching and preparing
them for bigger challenges that they may face in their work
environment or personal life.
A variety of low ropes course / team initiative activities can be
selected to meet your specific facility needs and programming goals.
Rates:
3 hour facilitation
6 hour facilitation
0-12 people
$150
$275
12-24 people
$210
$395
The Low Ropes Challenge Course is a fee in addition to renting Camp Bishop.
WEEKEND CAMPS
Women’s Wellness Weekend
This camp is the perfect escape. Enjoy a weekend of
creative exploration, outdoor recreation, fitness classes,
and relaxation. Make the weekend your own by
choosing your own schedule. Join in with scheduled
activities, indulge in a little solitude, or curl up for a nap.
Discover a natural haven just outside of Olympia that
helps to nurture your spirit, mind, and body.
Our Lodge sleeps up to 50 people in bunk style beds.
The facility has community bathrooms with private
showers, carpeted floor, and comfy couches with a gas
fireplace to keep you cozy.
Meals are served family style starting with Saturday
breakfast. Our trained kitchen staff is available to
provide tasty home cooking for your group. Vegetarian
options are available at every meal.
Family Camp
Family Camp weekends are times when families can
play together in a beautiful and supportive outdoor
environment.
During Family Camp weekend camp staff will provide
activities for the whole family such as archery, arts
and crafts, group games, environmental hikes,
challenge course elements and bouldering. Evenings
will culminate in a traditional campfire facilitated by
the camp staff.
Families can participate in some or all of the
scheduled events, or just hang out on their own.
Ages: 18 and older and young ladies with a chaperone
Families have the opportunity to make new friends by
sharing a cabin with other families. Delicious and
healthy meals are provided and are served family
style. Vegetarian options are also available at each
meal.
May 15th – 17th
Check in between 6:00-7:00pm on May 15th
Check out by 12:00pm on May 17th
May 29th –31st
Check in between 6:00-7:00pm on May 29th
Check out by 12:00pm on May 31st
Cost: $50 per person
Cost: $75 up to four family members
$10.00 each additional family member
Teen Camp
Teen Camp is designed for teenagers who want to get
outdoors, make new friends and participate in activities that
challenge them in a variety of different ways. Teen Camp
intentionally puts a strong emphasis on self-discovery,
personal growth, teamwork, personal responsibility and
positive communication. At camp we recognize that
teenagers are discovering who they are and choosing who
they want to be. Counselors harness this energy and create
learning opportunities and discussions around these
important moments whether they happen on the challenge
course or in their cabins during nighttime debrief activities.
Teens stay in cabins where they are introduced to outdoor
living skills such as fire and shelter-building while practicing
Leave No Trace principles. Teen Camp allows participants
the opportunity to enjoy all the fun of camping while being
introduced to responsibility of role modeling within their
unit as well as all around camp. Teens are sure to build
strong friendships as they make their way through activities
planned by their Counselors throughout their two night
stay.
Grades 9–11
(The grade your child will be entering into next school year)
July 24th – 26th
Check in between 6:00-7:00pm on July 24th
Check out by 12:00pm on July 26th
Cost: $50
Camp Rates
Camp Bishop offers a flexible rate plan that allows
families to choose between three rates to best meet their
household budget. Please take a moment to look at the
Flexible Fee descriptions below and consider the rate that
your family is willing and able to pay for your child’s camp
experience. The camp experience is the same whether
you choose Tier A, B, or C.
This year Camp Bishop will offer an Early Bird Special that
runs through the first weekend in March. This special
provides a discount off of the normal camp fees.
Check Out Camp Bishop
Come check out Camp Bishop on May 31st from 1:005:00pm with your family and friends. This is a great
opportunity to check out the facility, meet the staff, and
engage with some fun camp activities. This is a free
event to all families that want to come check out camp
and all that we have to offer!
Cost: FREE
This year you have the option to choose which Tier of
pricing you would like to pay.
Tier A: Based on the actual cost of camp for one child to
participate. Includes expenses for staff, maintenance,
food and supplies.
Tier B: Our partially subsidized fee for those families who
can pay a little more, but still can’t afford the actual cost
of camp.
Tier C: Our standard subsidized fee. This rate does not
reflect the true cost of operating camp programs.
Campers must be a YMCA of Grays Harbor program
member. Cost: $5 youth, $10 adult
Additional Financial Assistance is available to those who
qualify.
How to register
Option One – In Person or Mail
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Pick up a registration form at the Y or download the form at www.campbishop.org
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Turn in or mail the registration form and amount for the camp to the Y. If paying for resident camp a
minimum $40 deposit can be paid at registration and the balance will be due 10 days prior to camp
session.
Option Two – Online Registration
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Register online at www.ghymca.net by paying in full with a credit or debit card.
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Download the registration form from www.campbishop.org and mail it to the YMCA of Grays Harbor.
Facility Rentals
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Call April Heikkila at 360 581-9798
Camp Bishop
1476 W. Lost Lake Rd.
Shelton, WA 98584
Phone: 360 581-9798
Email: [email protected]
www.campbishop.org
YMCA of Grays Harbor
2500 Simpson Ave.
Hoquiam, WA 98550
Phone: 360 537-9622
Fax 360 533-2471
www.ghymca.net