Schedule / Details
2021 Camp Schedule: all weeks are FULL
WHAT TO BRING/WEAR:
WEATHER / ENVIRONMENT:
APPROXIMATE SCHEDULE:
ACTIVITIES:
DROP-OFF and PICK-UP procedures:
MISSION: BUILD CHARACTER THROUGH SPORTS AND GAMES!
HISTORY OF SANDLOT CAMPS: established in 2005.
General Information:
- June 7 - 11
- June 14 - 18
- June 21 - 25
- June 28 - July 2
- July 5 - 9
WHAT TO BRING/WEAR:
- Completed Sandlot Emergency Medical Authorization form (print & bring Monday)
- Completed Sandlot Westerville Release/Waiver form (print & bring Monday)
- Medication (if applicable): in a plastic bag, labeled with camper’s name, instructions for administration, and an emergency phone number
- Wear: socks, athletic shoes and comfortable play clothes (hat and/or sunglasses too?)
- Play clothing -- they will get wet and dirty!
- Athletic Shoes only -- NO boots, fashion footwear, crocs, keens, sandals, slides or similar PLEASE!
- Backpack to keep all of your belongings together:
- Mask (optional, but still allowed per each family's choice)
- LARGE, FULL* water bottle, labeled with the camper's name -- stay hydrated!!!
- *No water fountains -- but we can refill water bottles!
- SUNSCREEN (please apply before camp and send more for reapplication** during the day)
- **Camp staff can only help spray, but will NOT rub sunscreen on children!
- Beach Towel (to sit on in the grass and dry off with after water play)
- Personal bottle of hand sanitizer (if desired)
- Lunch (we suggest you use an insulated lunch box with an ice pack)
- Rain jacket or poncho for popup showers -- we will play in the rain, just not lightning/thunder!!!
- Trash Bag to keep belongings dry in the event of rain (i.e., bag up their whole backpack!)
- Long sleeve shirt, sweatshirt or jacket for chilly mornings
- Please have students leave electronics at home -- Sandlot Westerville, CCCA, WCS, WJC Pool, and RAC are not responsible for damaged, lost, or stolen items!
- We understand that some families feel more comfortable with their child having a device for emergencies purposes and are willing to risk damage/lost/stolen devices for their own peace of mind; however, please understand staff should immediately be notified in the event of an emergency and a parent/guardian would obviously be contacted!
- We reserve the right to hold onto electronic devices during camp hours if campers have them out for un-permitted use.
- If desired, cash for the WJC Pool concession stand (swim days) and/or $3-6 for Kona Ice (Fridays).
WEATHER / ENVIRONMENT:
- Rain/Storms: We will still play outside in the rain, as long as there is no lightning/thunder. We want kids to be kids -- some favorite memories from childhood are playing in the rain! As suggested above, please pack a rain jacket or poncho (store bought or converted trash bag with head/arm holes) and pack a trash bag in their backpack to keep belongings dry in the event of rain. If lightning/thunder occur, we will immediately go to the gym and stay 30 minutes beyond the last strike.
- Sun: We will be playing most activities on an open soccer field, so sunscreen, hats, and sunglasses are highly recommended. We will seek shade between activities while we restroom, wash hands, rehydrate, and reapply.
- Ticks: We are outside all day, so please take a few minutes each night to check your camper(s) for ticks!
APPROXIMATE SCHEDULE:
- 8:00-8:59 = early bird drop-off campers only ($25/camper/week)
- 9:00-9:15 = normal drop-off and attendance
- 9:15-9:45 = theme of the day and team/league meetings
- 9:45-11:30 = field games/activities
- 11:30-12:10 = lunch (please pack a lunch for your camper each day)
- 12:10-3:30 = field trips/activities
- 3:30-3:45 = wrap-up (reflect on theme of the day) and "Camper of the Day" ceremony
- 3:45-4:00 = parent/guardian pick-up
ACTIVITIES:
- Our games/activities level the playing field and prove every camper's value (brains and/or brawn) to their team, such as:
- Galaxy Ball, Capture the Critter, Four Corners, Battle Ball, Cross the River, Royal Rumble, Battle Royale, Ricochet, Blaster Ball, Water War, Extinct, Pirate Ball, Motion Detector, Dodgeball, Cardio Kickball, Rock/Paper/Scissor Football, Space Invaders, Mouse Trap, Silent Seat Ball, Tip, Highlighter Football, a Talent Show, and many more.
- These activities are selected because they are engaging to all ages/abilities and produce opportunities to challenge/grow new skills while showing their strengths!
DROP-OFF and PICK-UP procedures:
- Curbside: Parents/Guardians will NOT get out of their car.
- Please expect Monday to be especially slow moving at pick-up and drop-off -- and please be patient!
- We will tweak this plan if we see opportunities to make it more efficient, while staying within the guidelines, so please stay tuned!
- If you have any questions that necessitate a longer conversation, please park and walk to us so we can keep the line moving!
- EARLY DROP-OFF begins at 8:00 AM
- An additional cost of $25 per camper, per week (due at Monday drop-off, cash or check made payable to: Michael Spatafore) -- spots are limited and must be reserved ahead.
- Michael is a Sandlot Camp coach, PE teachers for Westerville City Schools, and the Head Coach of the WSHS Boys Lacrosse team.
- An additional cost of $25 per camper, per week (due at Monday drop-off, cash or check made payable to: Michael Spatafore) -- spots are limited and must be reserved ahead.
- NORMAL DROP-OFF begins at 9:00 AM.
- Entering CCCA: see map on the LOCATION page
- Please enter the CCCA grounds from North St. using the light at the Sunbury Rd./North St./Central College Rd. intersection.
- Again, Parents/Guardians will NOT get out of their car (see drop-off/pick-up map).
- At pick-up, we ask that you make a SIGN with the child(ren)’s last name printed large, to hold up from your driver’s seat, a staff member to escort your child(ren) to you -- please have your ID ready upon request.
- Monday, campers should give the staff member:
- completed Sandlot Emergency Medical Authorization form
- completed Sandlot Westerville Release/Waiver form
- medication (if applicable): in a plastic bag, labeled with camper’s name and emergency contact info
- Leaving CCCA:
- HEADING NORTH on Sunbury Rd. or CROSSING EAST to Central College Rd. should loop back through the parking lot to use the light at the North St./Sunbury Rd./Central College Rd. intersection.
- HEADING SOUTH on Sunbury Rd. should continue straight on South St., then turn right on Sunbury Rd.
- PICK-UP is from 3:45-4:00
- If it is storming at pick-up/drop-off time, we may pick-up at the entrance of KIRK HALL (again, see drop-off/pick-up map on our LOCATION page).
MISSION: BUILD CHARACTER THROUGH SPORTS AND GAMES!
- Sandlot Camp is designed to promote physical fitness while challenging personal growth in areas of character (sportsmanship, integrity, perseverance, and teamwork).
- Each day we use activities, challenges, and lessons to help teach these values.
- By the end of the week we want each camper to know what it truly means to be a leader, a reliable teammate, how to set goals and how to move forward to achieve their goals.
- We want every camper to realize that they are strong, important, and capable of accomplishing their dreams through hard work and perseverance.
- Every staff member is hand selected and they will put THEIR WHOLE HEART into YOUR kids!
- We LOVE what we do and want EVERYONE to have an enjoyable, positive, life-changing experience!!!
- There is no better joy in sports than just playing for the fun of it...we want to hear laughter and excitement!
- We want kids to know it is okay to make a mistake, even with best efforts, just learn from it and keep going...daily conversations!
- No one at camp is going pro tomorrow, but today we are meant to enjoy, and be thankful for, the abilities and opportunities placed in front of us!
- The lessons learned at Sandlot Camp will stay with these kids for a lifetime!!!
HISTORY OF SANDLOT CAMPS: established in 2005.
- Over the years, the camp has continued to grow into an amazing summer tradition for kids all over central Ohio.
- Sandlot Westerville is the fifth branch of the franchise, with other locations in Olentangy, Dublin, Sunbury, and Worthington.
General Information:
- On Monday, every camper is placed on a team for the week, with their friends and/or siblings, per their choice.
- For the duration of the week, campers/teams earn points by winning competitions, demonstrating good character, wearing team colors, showing team spirit, etc.
- Each team has a coach (licensed teachers) who assists them during all competitions, field trips, lunch, etc.
- Camp always ends with Championship Friday, where awards are presented based team point totals!
- If you need to get a hold of us for any reason DURING CAMP, please CALL or TEXT Eric Indiciani (Director) -- he will have his phone with him at all times, but typically does not look at email or Facebook messages during camp hours.
- We will also be posting updates, videos, and pictures of camp on our Facebook page (Sandlot Camp Westerville) -- like/join our page to follow your camper!
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