Information for Parents
2010 Dates
| Session | Dates | Status |
| Pre-camp* | June 22-25 |
Open (please call us for last minute registrations)
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| Session 1 | June 28-July 9 |
Camper and LIT session is still OPEN. Jr. Leaders program is sold out. Please add your child to our waitlist.
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| Session 2 | July 12-23 |
Camper session, Jr. Leaders program and |
| Session 3 | July 26-August 6 |
Camper session, Jr. Leaders program and |
| Session 4 | August 9-20 |
Camper session, Jr. Leaders program and |
| Post-camp | August 23-27 | Open |
*Pre-camp is four days, Tuesday-Friday. Fees will be prorated in the event of snow days called by Newton Public Schools.
Days and Hours
Camp Chickami runs Monday through Friday from 9:00am-4:00pm. Camper care is available for an additional fee from 8:00-9:00am and/or 4:00-6:00pm.
2010 Camp Fees
| Camp Sessions | Fee/Session |
| Pre-Camp* Session Camper (ages 6-13) | $252 |
| Sessions 1-4 Camper (ages 6-13) | $630 |
| Sessions 1-4 L.I.T. (age 14) | $630 |
| Sessions 1-4 Jr. Leader (age 14 who have already completed LIT year) | $315 |
| Post-Camp Session Camper (ages 6-13) | $315 |
| Bus Transportation** | Fee/Session |
| Pre-Camp* | $46 |
| Sessions 1-4 | $115 |
| Post-Camp | $58 |
| Camper Care (CC) | Fee/Session |
| Pre-Camp* Before CC | $32 |
| Pre-Camp* After CC | $62 |
| Sessions 1-4 Before CC | $80 |
| Sessions 1-4 After CC | $155 |
| Post-Camp Before CC | $40 |
| Post-Camp After CC | $78 |
*Pre-camp is only four days, Tuesday-Friday. Fees will be prorated in the event of snow days called by Newton Public Schools.
**We are improving our bus service this year. Please read the "Bus Transportation" below.
Campers are required to have a current--both at time of registration and throughout the camp session(s) attending--West Suburban YMCA membership in order to attend Camp Chickami. A one-year youth membership is currently $120.
YMCA Recession Pledge
At the West Suburban YMCA, we have been caring for our community for 132 years, in both good times and bad. While no one can predict tomorrow, we can help you feel safe and secure.
If you register for one of our YMCA camps and you lose your job, we will refund 100% of your deposit, program or registration fee that you have paid to us. We can also help supplement your YMCA fees until you get back on your feet.***
***To learn of the few restrictions that apply, please speak with a Camping Services representative.
Financial Aid
A limited number of partial camp scholarships were made possible by our annual Partners with Youth campaign. The application deadline was March 1st. Families are notified by April 1st. For more information or contact the Financial Aid Administrator, Janeen Bazarian, at janeenb@westsuburbanymca.org for details.
Child Care Resource Center Vouchers
A limited number of CCRC vouchers are accepted. Requests are due no later than March 1st. Please contact the Financial Aid Administrator, Janeen Bazarian, at janeenb@westsuburbanymca.org for information.
Registration
Registration is currently open. Please click here to register. You can also download the registration form from the right sidebar.
In order to register for camp, all campers must have a current--both at time of registration and throughout camp--West Suburban YMCA membership.
Bus Transportation
Camp Chickami provides bus service between various stops in Newton and Camp Chickami for an additional fee. In the past, we have used the previous summer's camper data to determine the upcoming summer's bus route. We feel this has not been adequately meeting the needs of camp families so we are very excited to provide you with better service. New for 2010 we will be developing the bus routes based on the current summer's enrollment for each session. At the time of registration, you decide if you do or do not want a bus and will not be forced to select a specific bus stop. In the late spring, you will sent information about your child's bus spot, including location and times.
Camper Care
Parents have the option to enroll campers in camper care, an extended day program, for an additional fee. Morning camper care is offered at camp starting at 8:00am. Afternoon camper care is offered from 4:00-6:00pm at Camp Chickami and at the West Suburban YMCA.
Leaders-in-Training Program
This program is designed for leaders who are 14 years old and entering the 9th grade in the fall, who want to build leadership skills, learn to assume responsibility, develop group-work skills, improve peer relations, develop decision-making skills, participate in community service activities and much more. L.I.T.s spend time at camp, as well as participate in off-site adventures, such as white-water rafting and camping, or working on community service projects.
Junior Leaders Program
The Junior Leaders program is for those who have completed the LIT program but do not meet the 15 year old age requirement (as of June 15th) to be a Junior Counselor. Junior Leaders have the opportunity to shadow counselors, specialists or administration in the morning and then have the afternoons to participate in camp activities.
Facilities
Located in Wayland, MA, Camp Chickami has 22-acres of woods, trails, an athletic field, a swimming pool, basketball courts, indoor recreation facilities, a challenge course and more. Campers spend majority of their time in the great outdoors.
Camp Location
Camp Chickami
139 Boston Post Road (Rt. 20)
Wayland, MA 01778
Summer Phone: (508) 358-4604
Winter Phone: (617) 244-6050, ext. 3008
Map of 139 Boston Post Rd Wayland, MA 01778-2301, US
Directions
Take Rte. 128 to exit 26. Follow signs for Rte. 20 West (Weston/Marlboro), and stay on Rte. 20 West for about 4 miles.
Look for Prime Bar and Grill (formerly Luigis) on left. Camp Chickami is located on the left just after the restaurant. Look for the brown Camp Chickami sign.
Additional Information
If you have questions or would like more specific information, you may download the Family Handbook from the right sidebar starting in January or contact us at campingservices@westsuburbanymca.org or 617-244-6050 ext 3008.
