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About Wewa
FOR MORE THAN 50 YEARS, YMCA CAMP WEWA In Apopka has been helping kids grow in spirit, mind and body. The 55-acre resident camp, located just north of Orlando, became a YMCA camp in the 1950s. It enjoys a rich history and tradition of unique adventure programs, discovery and exploration that form the foundation of an incredible camp environment where fun and growth go hand-in-hand.
Many of Central Florida’s top community, business and political leaders spent their youth making life-long friends, learning positive values and developing their leadership skills at Camp Wewa.
Campers are welcomed into the Wewa family and watched over as if they are our own children. Our trained staff is proud of the steps we take to ensure your child’s safety in all activities. Our counselors and staff are certified in CPR, First Aid, AED and Bloodborne Pathogens safety. Certified lifeguards are always on duty and programs are super- vised by individuals certified in each activity, including archery, riflery, team building/ROPES course and more. So, when your child joins the Wewa family, you can rest assured that they are in good hands—ours.
Spiritual Emphasis
At Camp Wewa, we build and strengthen our campers in spirit, mind and body. We are open and sensitive to the needs of children of all faiths. Through programs like our nondenominational morning and evening devotions, we devote time to campers’ spirit. Our voluntary Raggers and Leathers program allows campers to set personal goals in their own Christian walk.
High Standards
Camp Wewa meets the rigid standards established by the National Council of YMCAs and the American Camp Association.
All staff are certified in CPR, First Aid, AED and Bloodborne Pathogens safety. Plus certified staff supervise program activities.
Facilities
Camp Wewa is an ACA (American Camping Association) accredited camp and has facilities that include:
• Fully-equipped air-conditioned cabins
• Large air-conditioned dining hall
• Expansive deck overlooking a beautiful lake
• Low and high ropes course
• 40’ “Goliath” climbing wall with two zip lines
• 6-lane swimming pool with slide
• Nature and crafts center
• Archery & rifle ranges
• Tennis courts
• Basketball court
• Athletic fields
• Lake for skiing and water sports
What parents say about Camp Wewa
“I just wanted to thank you and your staff for making the week my daughter attended camp a
fun and memorable experience.”“My daughter had a
wonderful time with the activities, friends and counselors.”“We love that Camp Wewa is
so close to home!”“My child has gone to camp Wewa for 4 years and had a
great time every year!”YMCA Camp Wewa
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“My son always has a wonderful time!
It’s really great for him to be able to go to a camp that is safe and fun!”
Wewa Outdoor Center 221 South Binion Road Apopka, FL 32703 407.886.1240 Wewa Outdoor Center 221 South Binion Road Apopka, FL 32703 407.8861240
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A great introduction to camping!
Summer Day Camp
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Experience it all!
Resident/Overnight Camp
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Sample Daily Schedule
7:30 Free extended morning care 9:00 Opening Assembly
9:45 Group activities 11:30 Lunch
1:00 Swimming/Group activities 3:30 Afternoon Assembly 4:00 Free extended aftercare 6:00 Day ends
Skill Activities for Day Campers
• Swimming & Water Slide at Pool
• Climbing 30-Ft. Wall
• Rappelling
• Ropes Course
• Canoeing
• Fishing
• Archery
• Basketball
• Soccer
• Football
• Volleyball
• Group Games
• Nature Study
• Arts & Crafts
• Teambuilding
• Daily Devotionals
Sample Daily Schedule
8:00 Chapel 8:15 Breakfast 9:00 Cabin clean up 9:30 Program activities 12:30 Lunch
1:15 Rest period 2:45 Trading Post 3:15 Cabin activities 6:00 Dinner
7:15 Evening activity 9:00 Twilight talk 9:30 Cabin devotions 10:00 Lights out
Skill Activities for Overnight Campers
• Swimming at Pool & Water Games
• Climbing 40-Ft. Wall – Goliath
• Campfire & Outdoor Camping
• Ropes Course
• Canoeing
• Waterskiing, Tubing & Wakeboarding
• Archery & Riflery
• Zip Line
• Fishing
• Hiking
• Basketball
• Soccer
• Football
• Frisbee
• Volleyball
• Cheerleading
• Cooking
• Dance
• Theater
• Newspaper
• Arts & Crafts
• Nature Study
• Group Games
• Aerobics
• Tumbling
• Teambuilding
• Daily Devotionals
Wewa Outdoor Center 221 South Binion Road Apopka, FL 32703 407.886.1240 Wewa Outdoor Center 221 South Binion Road Apopka, FL 32703 407.886.1240
For parents or kids not quite comfortable with overnight stays away from home, these sessions run Monday through Friday from 9 am – 4 pm Monday through Friday with FREE extended care 7:30 am – 9 am and 4 pm – pm!
Campers looking for a little more adventure choose one- or two-week sessions that run Sunday through Friday weekly all summer long with optional Adventure Camp weekends for those looking to stay longer! They spend time in cabins with others their own age, lead by a counselor who acts as a role model. The staff-to-camper ratio is one to seven. This is an all-inclusive camping experience including room, food and all activities.
YMCA Camp Wewa
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Changing lives…
our oldest tradition.
Wewa is more than a camp. It’s an experience whose memories can last a lifetime.The bonds made with new friends through sharing a cabin with others your own age helps you work as a team and become a family.
Counselors serve as leaders and role models, living in the cabins with the campers, where the ratio is one to seven. Cabin life is a learning experience unto itself that provides opportunities for personal growth—
learning caring, honesty, respect and responsibility.
Programs
Resident (Overnight) Camp:
Ages 7-15. Sessions run Sunday through Friday weekly all summer with optional Adventure Camp weekends for those looking to stay longer!
All-inclusive camping experience including room, food, and all activities.
Day Camp:
For kids ages 6-12, weekly sessions run Monday-Friday from 9am - 4pm with FREE extended care 7:30 - 9am and 4 - 6pm!
Adventure Camp Weekends:
3-day overnight camp program that runs Friday through Sunday various weekends throughout the year. Perfect for first-time campers.
Teen Leadership Programs:
Two- or three-week resident camp sessions for teens ages 15 to 16 that teach leadership skills, teamwork and how to be a camp counselor.
Teen Challenge Camp:
Weekend program designed for teens grades 6-9.
Volunteer Staff Aid:
Minimum age 17. Attend camp as a volunteer earning community service hours while helping staff counselors with their cabins.
School’s Out Camps:
School break camps including Day Camp, Winter Break Camp and Spring Break Camp.
Family Camps:
Great 3-day mini-camps designed just for families!
Professional Teambuilding, Facility Rentals, Outdoor Education, Company Picnics are also available.
Meet the Wewa Leadership Team!
Rich Schellhase, CAMP DIRECTOR OF YMCA CAMP WEWA, has over 16 summers of experi- ence overseeing YMCA camps. Rich is in his 4th year as camp director and is a certified lifeguard, archery and high ropes instructor. Rich came to Wewa after 6 years at the Dr. P. Phillips YMCA where he was responsible for creating and running their day and specialty camps.
Chance Sinns, PROGRAM DIRECTOR, came to Camp Wewa as a camper and worked his way up to program director. He started with the YMCA 15 years ago, and has worked at many of our Central Florida YMCA Family Centers in various roles such as day camp, middle schools
program and sports director. Chance holds certifications in archery, high ropes, water skiing, day camp and resident camp. He is directly responsible for helping Camp Wewa maintain its American Camping Association accreditation.
Carter Jones, VICE PRESIDENT OF URBAN &
OUTREACH YMCAs for the Central Florida YMCA, has over 16 years of experience with the YMCA managing summer camp. He started as a swim coach and instructor, followed by positions as director of aquatics, childcare, youth sports, and leading the Lake Nona YMCA, the middle schools after-school program, and day camp for the entire Central Florida YMCA Association.
Beth Nash, DIRECTOR OF RISK MANAGEMENT
& EMPLOYEE BENEFITS for the Central Florida YMCA and Camp Wewa, spearheads the risk and safety initiatives for 27 YMCA Family Centers in 6 counties, including moni-
toring, training and education to promote safety awareness in all programs and activities. She helps direct safety training for summer camp staff, as well as child abuse prevention trainings. Beth is CWCL certified, which means she is board certified to manage worker’s comp claims, and she is a certified/licensed claims adjuster. She has worked in various risk management roles, including senior claims adjuster for Liberty Mutual Insurance Company and Director of Risk Management for Universal Orlando. Beth also served on the Wewa Board of Directors.
STAFF
| There is no camp, regard- less of facilities, that is any better than its staff. We are very proud ofthe outstanding young men and women who serve as instructors and counselors. Each staff member is carefully selected for his or her character, commitment to youth development, and camping- related skills. Background screening and drug tests are required of all staff. Additionally, all staff members are certified in CPR and First Aid.
HEALTH & SAFETY
| Your child’s health and safety are always our top priorities. A program balanced with vigorous activity and adequate rest provides an atmosphere of good health and well-being. Medical staff is in residence at the camp. The infirmary is supervised by a licensed nurse, and a doctor is on call and just minutes away.SCHOLARSHIP
| Camp Wewa provides financial assistance to campers that would otherwise be unable to attend camp.Each year, families, individuals, corporations and foundations contribute to YMCA Camp Wewa’s Scholarship Fund. Last year, over 150 campers attended Wewa with the help of YMCA members and community contributions.
Good times at Wewa are just ahead.
We invite you to take a virtual tour of Camp Wewa when you visit our website! Or visit us during one of our open houses. To take the virtual tour, get open house dates and times, or regi s tration, session dates and rates, go to
ymcawewa.org
or call 407.886.1240.Wewa Outdoor Center 221 South Binion Road Apopka, FL 32703 407.886.1240 Wewa Outdoor Center 221 South Binion Road Apopka, FL 32703 407.886.1240
YMCA Camp Wewa
Register online at www.ymcawewa.org
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Take a virtual tour of Camp Wewa
We invite you to take a virtual tour of Camp Wewa when you visit our website! Or visit us during one of our open houses. To take the virtual tour, get open house dates a n d t i m e s , o r r e g i s tration, ses- s i o n dates a n d r a t e s , go to
ymcawewa.org
or call 407.886.1240.Welcome to
YMCA Camp Wewa –
a world of adventure, discovery and friendship.
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he purpose of YMCA Camp Wewa is to help develop Christian values and improve the quality of the life in Central Florida by involving young people in programs, in an outdoor setting, that develop spirit, mind and body.
Located just north of Orlando and very accessible to all areas of Central Florida.
WEWA OUTDOOR CENTER 221 SOUTH BINION ROAD APOPKA, FL 32703
