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Life
at camp is a full and busy one!| 6:30 a.m. | Polar Bear Swim |
| 7:00 a.m. | Horse Care / Rise and Prepare for Breakfast |
| 7:45 a.m. | Morning Roundup and Flag Raising |
| 8:00 a.m. | Breakfast |
| 8:30 - 8:50 a.m. | Cabin Time |
| 8:40 - 9:00 a.m. | Camp Store open |
| 9:00 - 9:40 a.m. | Activity #1 |
| 9:50 - 10:30 a.m. | Activity #2 |
| 10:40 - 11:20 a.m. | Activity #3 |
| 11:20 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. | Lazy Time, Activity Board Sign-Up, Hoppers*, Camp Store Open |
| 12:00 p.m. | LUNCH |
| 12:30 p.m. | Cabin Time |
| 1:40 p.m. | Roundup |
| 2:00 - 2:40 p.m. | Activity #4 - Activity Board |
| 2:50 - 3:30 p.m. | Activity #5 |
| 3:40 - 4:20 p.m. | Activity #6 |
| 4:25 - 5:00 p.m. | Free Swim |
| 5:00 p.m. | Return to Cabins |
| 5:15 p.m. | Central camp lazy time, Hoppers* |
| 5:30 p.m. | Supper |
| 6:00 p.m. | Camp Store Open, Lazy Time in Central Camp |
| 6:15 p.m. | Flag Lowering & Evening Activities |
| 8:15 p.m. | Return to Cabins |
| 8:30 p.m. | Village and Cabin Activities |
| 10:00 p.m. | Lights Out and Quiet |
Activity Choices:
Archery
At Wyomoco, every camper has the chance to become the next Robin Hood. Archers can work their way through skills levels to reach the title of Master Bowman! Instructors are certified by the NYS 4-H Shooting Sports program. Archers will learn first and foremost safety and skill with the help of an expert archer.
Arts and Crafts
Try your hand at a variety of crafts, some with natural materials and others using contemporary materials and designs. It’s fun, it’s creative, and it’s Wyomoco Arts & Crafts!!
Basketball
Our campers at the beginner level will learn the fundamentals of basketball while our intermediate skill level campers work toward improving their ball handling, shooting and passing techniques. This is all coupled with plenty of time playing the game itself! Emphasis on teamwork and sportsmanship is stressed as it is with all Wyomoco athletic programs.
Beach Volleyball
Using Wyomoco rules we play with six campers to a team. Campers will learn the rules of the game and how to serve, bump, and pass the volleyball to each other in this fun activity open for all ages. Younger campers often start out with Newcomb and then work their way up to a traditional game format and rotation.
Comic Arts
Are you the “Class Clown”? Then this is the activity for you! Juggling, balloon animals and face painting are some of the skills that you’ll experience. You’ll also enjoy participating in comedy skits, learning jokes and playing games of the imagination. And no one here will tell you to “STOP CLOWNING AROUND!!”.
Canoeing
and Kayaking
Wyomoco canoe programs offer something for everyone. On our three-acre pond beginner canoers will learn canoe safety and practice basic strokes and maneuvering techniques. They’ll develop the skills of combining strokes, adapting to wind conditions, navigating and self-rescuing.
Camp Wyomoco offers you the excitement of
kayaking! Our well trained, expert instructors will
introduce you to many of the wonderful aspects of
this awesome sport. You’ll come away with a
great sense of accomplishment when you work toward
mastering the skills of Wyomoco kayaking!
Culinary Fun
What’s cooking at Wyomoco? You are! Culinary Fun is the only activity at camp where you can eat your accomplishments! Our camp chef will train you in the ways of the great cooks of the world or at least in the ways that Wyomoco campers will love! Hands on learning, great recipes and tasty treats will highlight our Culinary Fun activity.
Drama
Learn and participate in comic arts, drama, dancing and singing as one of Wyomoco’s talented cast members in preparation for a brief, end of the week performance for your camp friends! By the way, last year’s performances were attended by some pretty wealthy spectators. Squirrels were seen watching from the trees wearing fur!
Drawing and Painting
Campers explore a variety of mediums including pen and ink, charcoal, water color and acrylic. We may try landscape figure drawing or still life. Every day is a new adventure!
Fencing
There’s a little Zorro in every child! Master the art of swordsmanship under the guidance of our fencing coach as you learn the rules and techniques of foil and epee fencing. Fun for boys and girls, beginners start as Squires as they first learn safety with Wyomoco’s state of the art fencing equipment. They then begin to learn fencing skills that are both mentally and physically challenging! They will practice balance, foot work, body movement and blade training. Within a few days, campers begin to spar as they cross foils with their peers.
Fishing
Catch the BIG ONE!! The pond at Camp Wyomoco is stocked with a variety of fish including sunnies, bluegill, bass, perch and ever elusive “Giant Grass Carp”. Bring your own gear or use ours and enjoy your time dropping a line in the water. Learn to bait a hook, cast and remove the fish from the line. If you’re a seasoned fisher-person or beginner you’ll see why people get “hooked” on this lifetime activity!
Gardening
Get Dirty!! You’ll “dig” the dirt when you take part in Camp Wyomoco’s Gardening classes. In this activity campers will learn to plant, cultivate and harvest the gardens of Wyomoco. The emphasis is on building a love for plants and the tasks gardeners of all ages enjoy.
Hiking
Anyone ever tell you to “Take a Hike!” Well little did they know that when you take a hike at Camp Wyomoco you’re in for a great time! We have hiking trails throughout our 280 natural and wooded acreage. Take a hike? When you’re at Wyomoco say, “Sure!”
Horsemanship
Ride like the wind! As one of the only horse camps in the area Wyomoco prides itself in its expert instruction and spacious riding rings. Campers will learn at their level and can gain the knowledge and skills that are necessary to compete or ride for pleasure. We are now offering a “Pony Rides” program for those campers that have never had the pleasure of striking up a relationship with these wonderful animals!
Horsemanship Class - This class is offered Weeks 2, 3, 4, 5 and 6. An additional fee of $95 must be paid with your application and deposit.
Jam Session
Bring your guitar or percussion instruments and jam with the Wyomoco staff. No formal lessons here, just time for making music and fun! Write a song for campfire or just enjoy playing together!
Nature
Is it in your nature to explore nature? If so then you should take part in our Nature program. Camp Wyomoco has 280 acres filled with a variety of plant and animal life. Our nature staff will guide you through the natural world of plants, animals and hidden treasures. Terrariums and aquariums are used for catching and observing wildlife until they are safely released back into their natural habitat. Is it fun? Naturally!
Outdoor Living
In Outdoor Living campers will learn the basics of safety in the natural environment. Fire building, outdoor cooking and shelter building. An under the stars sleep out is an option for campers in this class.
Photography
Learn about 35mm cameras and principles of photography. Dabble in digital photography. Develop black and white prints in our dark room.
Science Fun
Bring your lab coat and go "mad" with the Wyomoco staff. Camp becomes your lab as you create amazing concoctions and cool experiments you can replicate at home!
Soccer
Everyone can play soccer! Campers can expect to improve upon fundamental soccer skills such as ball control, dribbling, trapping, and passing. We teach beginners the rules for throw-ins, penalties, corner and goal kicks. Skills taught at the intermediate and advanced levels include work on kickoffs, side-fouls, top of the foot, left/right curls and chipping techniques for shooting accuracy. Each class period saves time to play for fun while our Olympic week holds the wildly popular "World Cup" Soccer Tournament!
Sports
Be surprised each day when you sign up for Wyomoco Sports! Our staff will assess the number and ages of campers in the activity and decide on a sport for that day. It may be Beach Volleyball, Softball, Basketball, Frisbee Golf or a number of other athletic activities. If you simply like to play sports and like variety the Sports is an activity you’ll enjoy!
Swimming
Our swim program is based on the American Red Cross Learn-to-Swim Program, which ranges from introductory lessons for new swimmers to pre-lifeguarding skills and special Red Cross lifesaving for advanced swimmers. Every swim level emphasizes personal safety as well as stroke refinement. We are always delighted when a camper meets the requirements of a swim level and can be moved up to the next class! The program is closely supervised by experienced American Red Cross Lifeguards and Water Safety Instructors.
Water Games
Did you ever try to grab onto a watermelon covered with vegetable oil and then attempt to swim with it past a goal line? How about diving for gold in the shallow end of a pond? These are just two of the activities that you’ll enjoy when you sign up for water games! The games we choose at Wyomoco will be filled with fun and enjoyable for campers of any age.
Counselor-In-Training (CIT)
This 4-H program helps develop young leaders for our community. Camp Wyomoco's CIT Program will help you become a leader at camp, at home and in your community. It is also the first step in becoming a counselor at camp.
There are three levels in our program: 1, 2 and 3. In CIT1 and 2 classes you will learn and develop leadership skills amongst peers as well as younger community members. You'll begin to assume responsibilities in the camp community. CIT1's are at least 14 years old and CIT2's are at least 15 years old.
The CIT3 program is the highest and most respected level of our program. The 16 year old CIT3s are assistant leaders in cabin groups of younger campers and in classes. CIT3s also help develop and run special camp programs and themes. To become a CIT3 you must have completed the CIT1 and CIT2 programs at camp and be invited into the program by the CIT Director. Canidates then need to apply and be interviewed for the program.
For additional information regarding this program please contact camp office at 585-786-2251.
Questions? Contact Cornell Cooperative
Extension of Wyoming County
401 N. Main St., Warsaw, NY 14569 -- (585) 786-2251 - FAX: (585) 786-5148