I LOVE CAMP Festival!

Friday July 31st from 1:15pm-2:45pm

Parents and Families are invited to share in the festivities as we celebrate our magical summer at CAMP ODYSSEY!

We’ll enjoy activities, crafts, games, moon-bounce, cotton candy, ice cream and LOTS MORE!

2009 I Love Camp Odyssey t-shirts are NOW AVAILABLE for purchase! Shirts are $12 and come in THREE COLORS (blue, purple, or tan/yellow)

Registration still is open for WEEK 8 (August 3rd-August 7th). This adventure-filled, excitement-packed week includes our All-Camp Show Wednesday evening, Beach ‘N Pool Day Thursday and our Bon Voyage Celebration Friday as we end our 2009 Legendary Day Camp!

Camp Odyssey Food Drive

...extended through this Friday July 31st.

Please bring in your canned and nonperishable foods and place them in the bins by the tunnel or camp office.

THANK YOU!!

Week 7 Dolphins Overnight!

DOLPHINS OCEAN CITY OVERNIGHT

On Thursday, July 30^th your child will have the opportunity to participate in the OC TRAVEL OVERNIGHT AT CAMP ODYSSEY @ SALISBURY SCHOOL. We provide dinner on the 30^th and breakfast and lunch on the 31^st. GROUP LEADERS of the Dolphins will coordinate and lead this always-exciting adventure.

THE COST OF THE OC OVERNIGHT IS $46. TO REGISTER, PLEASE SEE DONNA IN THE CAMP OFFICE (you may also call 410-742-4464 ext. 320).

Campers MUST BE registered by 9:00AM WEDNESDAY MORNING JULY 29^TH

Itinerary:

THURSDAY JULY 30^th:

3:00pm Campers who have signed up for any AFTER CAMP activities will go to those activities.

Campers who have not signed up for AFTER CAMP activities will go to SUPER PLAY.

5:30pm Campers eat dinner at CAMP ODYSSEY.

6:15pm Campers depart on the CAMP ODYSSEY bus for TRIMPERS in OCEAN CITY.

11:00pm Campers return to CAMP ODYSSEY for a movie and sleep!

FRIDAY JULY 31^st:

Friday will be a fun-filled day of action and excitement including our I Love Camp Festival. Breakfast and Lunch will be provided for each camper.

PLEASE BRING ALL OVERNIGHT ITEMS TO CAMP ON THURSDAY MORNING. WE WILL

PROVIDE A SAFE PLACE FOR THEM DURING THE CAMP DAY. ITEMS SHOULD INCLUDE:

• a sleeping bag/blankets & pillow
• pajamas
• personal toiletries (toothbrush/toothpaste, etc.)
• change of clothes
• CAMP ODYSSEY t-shirt (to be worn to TRIMPERS in OCEAN CITY)
• $$$ for food, extra games, etc. (optional)

Zany Press 5 is now online!

The fifth issue of the 2009 Camp Odyssey Zany Press is now online! Simply click here to view or right click and "Save Target As" to download a copy for easy printing. Here you will get all the information on what each group and studio did this past week at Camp Odyssey! Enjoy and we'll see you next week!!!

Note: As noted in the issue itself, only pictures from Crazy Hat 'N Hair Day and Vegetable Messtival were available at the time of publishing. Check the photo galleries at the top of the page for pictures from Mud Madness and the other theme days soon! Thanks, we appreciate your understanding!

Camp Odyssey Week 8

Camp Odyssey Parents,

We want to take this opportunity to thank you all for the incredible summer of fun and zaniness. The first six weeks have been amazing! We work everyday to achieve our mission; to provide the highest quality experiences, in an extraordinary environment, that make a difference in children's lives, creating memories that last a lifetime.

But it’s not over yet!

We want to encourage you, if you have not done so already, to sign up for Week 8 of Camp Odyssey’s Legendary Summer Day Camp! Week 8 is the culmination of Camp Odyssey’s historic 20th summer and you don’t want to miss it! Sign up today and be a part of the memories that last a lifetime!

Here’s a small preview of the biggest events of the week:

• Wednesday is the ALL CAMP SHOW! We have a children’s story theme this year so please come and flip though the pages of our Camp Odyssey Storybook, with the campers acting out scenes, performing dances, signing songs, and putting on an amazing show! There will be dance, drama, laughs, and tons of fun!
• Thursday is Caribbean Beach ‘N Pool! This is an exciting trip day, where campers will go all over Delmarva to its pools, waterparks, and beaches to relax and have fun outside in the water!
• Friday is Bon Voyage! It’s the last chance to celebrate the summer camp and that’s just what we set out to do. Everything this day is scheduled to celebrate the best activities, games, and experiences of the summer! It’s the last chance to make memories that last a lifetime for this summer. NOTE: Camp closes at noon sharp so please pick your child up at that time. There is no after camp this day.

We at Camp Odyssey thank you so much for your support. We hope that you will join us for our final week so that we truly celebrate it all together!

Thanks,

The Camp Odyssey Staff.

Wacky Writing Weekly #2 is online!

Behold! The second edition of the Wacky Writing Weekly is online! This is the newsletter for the campers, written by the campers! Click here to download and print this wonderfully crafted document and see just what's going on all around Camp Odyssey!

News and Reminders for Week 6

The past 5 weeks have been a blast and Camp is ready for another action packed week!! The rest of the week will be special activity schedules and will feature some of the most camper interactive theme days yet! A big warm thank you to all of the parents who continue to support Camp Odyssey’s mission through donation of materials and continuing to bring your children here. Please read the following for special information that will be helpful throughout the week.

• Tuesday is Scavenger Hunt day. Aptly named, campers will gather in to small groups of friends and will compete in a campus wide scavenger hunt.
• Wednesday is PAINT POWER. This is another day that allows an opportunity for campers to get a little messy. Please have your child wear older clothes if they wish to participate in the messy stations.
• Thursday is Girls vs. Boys day. This day could settle the age old riddle of who is better. Do girls rule and boys drool? We’ll find out Thursday! Campers will have the opportunity to participate in small group challenges to defend or challenge their title as “the best”.
• Friday is a chance for counselors to entertain the campers for a while. Camp Odyssey’s got talent will showcase the many skills of the staff through song, dance or other acts. A special appearance by Queen Nerd too!

Reminders:

• Please pack a snack for your child to eat during group time since we burn a lot of calories during the day. We encourage you to send water/drinks with your child to keep them hydrated throughout the day. We have water fountains throughout the camp building for them to use. When considering what to do about your child’s snack, don’t forget about Z-Snack Shack! With great prices for everyday snacks and drinks, the Camp Store is open at lunch and for After-Camp, so be sure to send a few dollars.
• The Pennies from Heaven project to help Jamey “Queen Nerd” Landon with her ongoing medical expenses will continue through this week. Please bring in pennies or other donations to help a beloved Camp Odyssey legend.
• For Make Our Community Better day next week, camp will be collecting non-perishable food items to donate to the Food Bank. Collection boxes will be placed outside at drop off and dismissal.
• Camp Overnight for 1, 2, Red and Blue Fish this week; sign your child up and enjoy the fun, a separate letter will be sent home explaining the schedule.
• Saturday, August 8th is the day for Camp Odyssey’s silent auction at Jolly Rogers. Tickets can be purchased through Donna at the front office and include all day water park, Mini golf, and rides.

ONE FISH, TWO FISH, RED FISH, BLUE FISH TRAVEL OVERNIGHT

On Thursday, July 23rd your child will have the opportunity to participate in the TRAVEL OVERNIGHT AT CAMP ODYSSEY @ SALISBURY SCHOOL. We provide dinner on the 23rd and breakfast and lunch on the 24th. GROUP LEADERS of the One Fish, Two Fish, Red Fish, Blue Fish will coordinate and lead this always-exciting adventure.

THE COST OF THE TRAVEL OVERNIGHT IS $46.

TO REGISTER, PLEASE SEE DONNA IN THE CAMP OFFICE (you may also call 410-742-4464 ext. 320).

Campers MUST BE registered by 9:00AM WEDNESDAY MORNING JULY 22ND

Itinerary:

THURSDAY JULY 23rd:

• 3:00pm Campers who have signed up for any AFTER CAMP activities will go to those activities.
• Campers who have not signed up for AFTER CAMP activities will go to SUPER PLAY.
• 5:30pm Campers eat dinner at CAMP ODYSSEY.
• 6:15pm Campers depart on the CAMP ODYSSEY bus for PLANET MAZE in OCEAN CITY.
• 9:45pm Campers return to CAMP ODYSSEY for a movie and sleep!

FRIDAY JULY 24th:

• Campers will be provided with breakfast before camp and lunch during camp
  
  

PLEASE BRING ALL OVERNIGHT ITEMS TO CAMP ON THURSDAY MORNING. WE WILL PROVIDE A SAFE PLACE FOR THEM DURING THE CAMP DAY. ITEMS SHOULD INCLUDE:

• a sleeping bag/blankets & pillow
• pajamas
• personal toiletries (toothbrush/toothpaste, etc.)
• change of clothes
• shoes & socks (socks are mandatory for Planet Maze)
• CAMP ODYSSEY t-shirt (to be worn to Planet Maze)

Please refer to the Parent Packet or go online at www.campodyssey.org for a list of items that SHOULD NOT be brought to camp.

If your child needs medications during the evening or the next morning, please give them with instructions to NURSE KIM or NURSE FAYETTA.

ISSUE 4 of the 2009 Zany Press is now online!

The fourth issue of the 2009 Camp Odyssey Zany Press is now online! Simply click here to view or right click and "Save Target As" to download a copy for easy printing. Here you will get all the information on what each group and studio did this past week at Camp Odyssey! Enjoy and we'll see you next week!!!

THE MADNESS AFTER THE MADNESS

Mud Madness Post Game: After the festivities end for the WEEK 5 Campers, Mud Madness will still continue for ANY CAMP ODYSSEY FAMILY (campers from Week 5, campers from other weeks, and parents and siblings of both)! All are welcome! After 2:45, with just a $5 donation per person, you can jump in the mud and learn what everyone is talking about! All proceeds go to the Camp Odyssey Scholarship Fund. Then you too can earn the right to wear a 2009 “I Survived Mud Madness” t-shirt. The shirts will be available to purchase that day for $12, with proceeds from that also going to the Scholarship Fund. If you want to have a great time and help support the Camp Scholarship Fund, this a fantastic opportunity to do both!

MUD MADNESS REMINDER!

Attention all parents!

This Friday, July 17th 2009 from 1:00pm – 5:30pm Camp Odyssey will host its annual
MUD MADNESS DAY. Camp will offer a giant mud pit for campers to play in; there will be a separate, shallower pit for Setting Sail and One Fish campers only. If your child does not wish to get muddy, we will have water games for them to play in and dry activities too.

If you child DOES wish to frolic in the mud, then there are a few things you should know before sending your child to camp Friday.


1) Have your child wear old (maybe even disposable) clothes for them to play in. Personally, I find that a non-cotton pair of board shorts, ones without pockets work very well in the mud pit and are easier to clean (I would not recommend a white or light colored pair though). I would not recommend wearing shoes into the mud pit; however a pair of water shoes may be okay. Socks always get lost, so not wearing them in the afternoon is a good idea.

2) Since you will be picking up your child from camp, I would recommend lining the seats of your car with old towels or trash bags. Bringing a plastic trash bag to put their muddy clothes in if they change their clothes at camp might also be a good idea.

3) We will provide rinse off stations for the campers, however it is recommended that your child bring in gallon jugs (with their name on it) already filled with water; these jugs will warm up after sitting in the sun all day. The largest complaint of Mud Madness is that the water running off of the hose is too cold (which it certainly is).

Checklist:
· Have your child wear old clothes to Mud Madness (the mud WILL stain clothes)
· Line your car seats with old towels or plastic trash bags to pick them up
· Bring gallon jugs with your child’s name on them to be filled with water
· If your child is in After camp Tennis, Swimming or Outdoor Adventure, they must change clothes

The circle will be closed off Friday afternoon, pickup will be from the sidewalk near the Lower School Gym, please park in the parking lot and walk to pick up and sign your child out.

If you are free, come and visit yourself! Parents are always welcome to visit and witness the fun of Mud Madness.

Camp will start a week long fundraiser for Jamey “Queen Nerd” Landon to help her with her ever-present medical bills. It is called “Pennies from Heaven”; bring in your pennies to fill up the jars, Bank of Delmarva will count the pennies for us after the fundraiser.

Your continuing kindness is always noticed! Thank you for your support in making this camp such a unique place for children to be themselves and grow!

WEEK FIVE REMINDERS FOR ALL PARENTS

Can you believe that it is week 5 already? This summer seems to be flying right by! Camp Odyssey is having a blast and we are looking forward to a great week. If your child likes to get messy, then this is THE week for just that. Please read the following information about this coming week.

Tuesday is Vegetable Messtival where campers can play in pools of cucumbers, launch carrots and very sincerely make a mess with vegetables.

Wednesday is Around the World in 80 minutes, this is a theme day; campers are encouraged to dress up in international dress as we will have a show at opening this day.

Thursday is Up, Up and Away day! Today, we celebrate anything and everything that is related to flight and floatation.

Friday is the epitome of Camp Odyssey; MUD MADNESS. Please pay attention to handouts given to your children and check back on the website SOON to see exact details and procedure and how you, the parents (!), can get a chance to get in the mud!

• Please pack a snack for your child to eat during group time since we burn a lot of calories during the day. We encourage you to send water/drinks with your child to keep them hydrated throughout the day. We have water fountains throughout the camp building for them to use as well.
• When considering what to do about your child’s snack, don’t forget about Z-Snack Shack! With great prices for everyday snacks and drinks, the Camp Store is open at lunch and for After-Camp, so be sure to send a few dollars.
• Specialty Camps: We still have openings at many of our Camp Odyssey Specialty Camps! Don’t miss your chance to get incredible experiences in music, sailing, art, and more! Check our Camp Catalog or look online for more details!

Help Queen Nerd with Your Pennies!

During the week of July 20-24, campers, their families, and members of the community are encouraged to bring their loose pennies (just pennies please), to Camp Odyssey as the camp seeks to help one of its own: Jamey "Queen Nerd" Landon, who courageously battles Lupus and other medical maladies, along with the major medical bills her medical conditions continuously create. The pennies will be counted by Bank of Delmarva and a check will be presented to Jamey by the campers during the week of July 27.

Mark your Calendars - UPCOMING CAMP ODYSSEY EVENTS!

Camp Odyssey has got two great opportunities for family fun and chances to help the Camp Odyssey Scholarship Fund coming in the next month so please keep these things in mind!

JULY 18: CAMP ODYSSEY NIGHT @ THE SHOREBIRDS! - Join your friends from Camp Odyssey….cheer on the Shorebirds and watch great fireworks!! Tickets are 4 for $14 or 1 for $4…ALL PROCEEDS HELP THE CAMP ODYSSEY SCHOLARSHIP FUND!!

AUGUST 8: CAMP ODYSSEY DAY @ JOLLY ROGER - CAMP ODYSSEY SILENT AUCTION! - Contact the Camp Office for half-price arm bands for this day only. Arm bands will get you into the Splash Mountain Water Park all day, rides from 2-6 pm at the amusement park, and a round of Treasure or Jungle Golf . Check out the Silent Auction for all kinds of great deals and wonderful collections. PROCEEDS WILL BENEFIT THE CAMP SCHOLARSHIP FUND.

The Camp Scholarship Fund is a vital part of our operations. Through these fundraisers, we can help good kids go to camp and experience the high quality experiences that truly last a lifetime. So if you are looking to support a good cause, and a have a fantastic time besides, please make time for these events! Thanks so much!

Zany Press for Week Three is Now Online!

The third issue of the 2009 Camp Odyssey Zany Press is now online! Simply click here to view or right click and "Save Target As" to download a copy for easy printing. Here you will get all the information on what each group and studio did this past week at Camp Odyssey! Enjoy and we'll see you next week!!!

WEEK FOUR REMINDERS FOR ALL PARENTS

Good Afternoon!
Hello all parents and guardians! Thank you for what will be a wonderful week! Please read the following which will help prepare you and your child for the activities.

Tuesday is Billion Balloon Bash day; campers will celebrate with a gym full of balloons and a bash at Crazy time! Please inform your counselor if your child is allergic to latex.

Wednesday is Chunk ‘N Splatter; have your camper bring in the funkiest leftovers out of the fridge, the slimiest stuff found in your home. They will load it into a watermelon shell and we will chunk it off a lift. Bring messy clothes to wear, you are welcome and invited to watch.

Thursday is Disco Fever and the all camp overnight!!! Please check campers notes for details, in the evening we will have a disco dance at the LS gym!!!

Friday is Chill Out and About day; Setting sail will go to CoCo’s Funhouse and all 1, 2, red, blue fish and dolphins will be taking a trip to JOLLY ROGER’S amusement park; have campers wear swimsuit and sunscreen (bring your own sunscreen please); we will provide a packed lunch.

1. Discovery World studio would like to borrow binoculars for this week, if anyone has a pair at home, please mark them with tape and your name and drop off at Donna’s office. Thank you!!!
2. Please pack a snack for your child to eat during group time since we burn a lot of calories during the day. We encourage you to send water/drinks with your child to keep them hydrated throughout the day. We have water fountains throughout the camp building for them to use as well.
3. When considering what to do about your child’s snack, don’t forget about Z-Snack Shack! With great prices for everyday snacks and drinks, the Camp Store is open at lunch and for After-Camp, so be sure to send a few dollars.
4. Specialty Camps: We still have openings at many of our Camp Odyssey Specialty Camps! Don’t miss your chance to get incredible experiences in music, sailing, art, and more! Check our Camp Catalog or look online for more details!
5. Camp needs your help! Please take a look at our donations board at the tunnel entrance. Anything you might be able to give would be greatly appreciated!

Thanks,
Camp Odyssey Staff

ALL-CAMP SLUMBER PARTY: Thursday July 9th – Friday July 10th

AGE: 1^st – 6^th grade (One Fish, Two Fish, Red Fish, Blue Fish, Dolphins)

COST: $46 INCLUDES ALL MEALS (DINNER ON THE 9^TH; BREAKFAST & LUNCH ON THE 10^TH), TRANSPORTATION, AND TRIPS!

If you have not yet registered, see Donna in the Camp Office or call 410-742-4464 ext. 320 to sign-up for all the fun and excitement!!! Registration must be done by Wednesday (July 8th) at 9 AM.

WHAT TO BRING:

1. Please pack your 2009 CAMP ODYSSEY t-shirt!

2. Sleeping bag or bed roll with pillow

3. Sleeping clothes

4. Swimming gear: Water Park (Jolly Rogers) Friday

5. Extra pair of sneakers or sandals

6. Change of clothes

7. Jacket or rain coat

8. Personal toiletries, toothbrush, paste, etc.

9. Medication if necessary (give to Nurse Kim or Nurse Fayetta)

10. Spending money for concessions, games, etc.

Please refer to the Parent Packet at www.campodyssey.org/parents for a list of items that SHOULD NOT be brought to camp.

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Thursday Morning

Overnight Belongings Drop-Off Areas

One Fish/Two Fish in their group rooms

Red Fish/Blue Fish/Dolphins in their labeled gallery (across from the bathrooms/cubbies)

Thursday Afternoon/Evening
3:00–5:30 All After-Camp Activities will run as scheduled!

One Fish/Two Fish:
3:00 – 5:30 > Super Play (if not part of another After-Camp activity)
5:30 – 5:45 > Setup for Overnight
5:45 – 6:15 > Dinner on back play ground
6:30 – 8:30 > SPECIAL TRIP!
8:45 – 9:00 > Finish setup for Overnight
9:00 – 9:45 > DISCO FEVER!
10:00 – 11:30 > Movie and Lights Out

Red Fish/Blue Fish/Dolphins:
3:00 – 5:30 > Super Play (if not part of another After-Camp activity)
5:30 – 5:45 > Setup for Overnight
5:45 – 6:15 > Dinner on back play ground
6:30 – 8:30 > SPECIAL TRIP!
8:45 – 9:00 > Finish setup for Overnight
9:00 – 10:15 > DISCO FEVER!10:30 – 12:00 > Movie and Lights Out

Friday:

Campers who did not stay for the overnight will follow regular drop off procedures.

One Fish/Two Fish/Red Fish/Blue Fish/Dolphins:
7:30 – 8:15 > Wake-Up/Clean-Up/Pack-Up!!!
8:15 – 9:00 > Breakfast
9:00 – 9:30 > Opening in the Lower School Gym
9:30 – 2:30 > Jolly Rogers Amusement Park in Ocean City (Lunch will be provided for ALL CAMPERS at location or campers may bring money to purchase lunch)
2:30 – 2:45 > Collect and bring all belongings to the Car Pool Circle
2:50 – 3:10 > Dismissal

Setting Sail
8:30 - 9:00 > Community Circle
9:00 – 9:30 > Opening in the Lower School Gym
9:30 – 10:00 > Snack Time
10:00 – 11:45 > Coco’s Fun House
12:00 – 12:30 > Lunch back at Camp
12:30 – 1:30 > Playground/Rest-time
1:30 – 2:45 > Scheduled activities
2:50 – 3:10 > Dismissal

Teens:
Williamsburg Overnight
*See information that was sent home with Teen Campers

*If your child is registered for swimming lessons, he/she will go on the group trip, unless requested otherwise.*

3:00–5:30 All After-Camp Activities will run as scheduled!

All campers will bring their Slumber Party belongings to their group signs near the car pool circle after they return to camp on Friday.
The circle will be closed to all vehicles. Please park and come to the group signs to pick-up your camper(s) and all belongings.

PLEASE GIVE ANY MEDICATIONS AND INSTRUCTIONS TO NURSE KIM OR NURSE FAYETTA

Sunscreen Policy

Sunscreen should be encouraged and used to promote sun safety among staff and campers. Sunscreen is not considered a medication and does not require a physician’s prescription for use. Staff and the camp nurse may NOT provide sunscreen to the campers.

Guidelines for sunscreen use:

· Sunscreen should be provided by the camper’s parent or guardian. The sunscreen that is provided should be labeled with that camper’s name.

· The camper should apply his/her own sunscreen to themselves as needed prior to sun exposure and periodically thereafter.

· If the camper is not able to reach and apply the sunscreen to certain exposed areas, the counselor/adult may assist in application of those exposed areas. ( example: exposed back/shoulders)

· Staff should supply their own sunscreen for self use and apply to themselves prior to sun exposure and as needed thereafter.


Please contact the camp nurse (Kim Cade) at 410-742-4464 ext.196 in advance if you have any concerns regarding the application of sunscreen otherwise camp staff will assist with application if needed. Thank you J

Introducing... THE WACKY WRITING WEEKLY!

That's right! Now we have a newsletter for the campers, written by the campers! Click here to download and print this wonderfully crafted document and see just what's going on all around Camp Odyssey!