Quinipet Summer 2020
May 15, 2020
Dear Quinipet Camp Families,
Since day one of the COVID-19 shutdown, we have been closely monitoring the impact this crisis would have on our ability to run summer camp. We have analyzed, reflected, and run in-depth scenarios of what our programming could look like this summer while keeping our campers and staff healthy and safe. In each instance the challenges pivot and become more complex, and the risks seem insurmountable. Therefore, it is with heavy hearts that, we have made the decision to cancel all camp programs this summer.
We are incredibly disappointed, as we know you are too. We have been busy preparing for another wonderful summer and will continue to do everything we can to engage with our campers in meaningful ways over the coming months. We've created a special VIDEO for them which we hope you will share. Its purpose is to serve as a source of reassurance and confirmation that this chapter will eventually close - and that we will continue to write our camp story together as a Quinipet family.
Thank you for believing in Quinipet and the power camp provides for your children. If there is anything we can do to support you and your family's wellbeing, please don't hesitate to reach out to the camp office at quinipet@nyac.com. We love hearing from all of you, especially our campers!
with Love, Courage, Humility, Honesty and Faith,
Brooke Bradley
Executive Director
"Now I encourage you, brothers and sisters, in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ: Agree with each other and don't be divided into rival groups. Instead, be restored with the same mind and the same purpose."– Corinthians 1:10
Dear Quinipet Camp Families,
Since day one of the COVID-19 shutdown, we have been closely monitoring the impact this crisis would have on our ability to run summer camp. We have analyzed, reflected, and run in-depth scenarios of what our programming could look like this summer while keeping our campers and staff healthy and safe. In each instance the challenges pivot and become more complex, and the risks seem insurmountable. Therefore, it is with heavy hearts that, we have made the decision to cancel all camp programs this summer.
We are incredibly disappointed, as we know you are too. We have been busy preparing for another wonderful summer and will continue to do everything we can to engage with our campers in meaningful ways over the coming months. We've created a special VIDEO for them which we hope you will share. Its purpose is to serve as a source of reassurance and confirmation that this chapter will eventually close - and that we will continue to write our camp story together as a Quinipet family.
Thank you for believing in Quinipet and the power camp provides for your children. If there is anything we can do to support you and your family's wellbeing, please don't hesitate to reach out to the camp office at quinipet@nyac.com. We love hearing from all of you, especially our campers!
with Love, Courage, Humility, Honesty and Faith,
Brooke Bradley
Executive Director
"Now I encourage you, brothers and sisters, in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ: Agree with each other and don't be divided into rival groups. Instead, be restored with the same mind and the same purpose."– Corinthians 1:10
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Day Camp, Ages 5-14
9 AM - 4 PM, Monday-Friday
Quinipet Day Camp has all the spirit and tradition of overnight camp, with activities that full advantage of our beautiful waterfront camp. A healthy lunch is provided daily in the Dining Hall. Activities are age appropriate and hands on, with so much to offer that many campers return week after week!
Quinipet Day Camp has all the spirit and tradition of overnight camp, with activities that full advantage of our beautiful waterfront camp. A healthy lunch is provided daily in the Dining Hall. Activities are age appropriate and hands on, with so much to offer that many campers return week after week!
Campers Ages 5-6
Campers ages 5-6 are in small family groups with the same counselors every day. Each day includes shortened structured activities ranging from art, nature exploration, cooking, and noncompetitive sports. Campers go swimming every afternoon and children ages 5-8 receive Red Cross swim instruction daily, weather permitting.
Daily Schedule
9:00am Arrival
9:10am Morning Gathering. Join the entire camp and get energized for the day!
9:30-10:15am Activity Block; campers and their counselors experience every area of camp, from nature to sports to art. Activities are led by counselor specialists in that area.
10:15am Healthy snack provided by Quinipet
10:30-11:30am Activity Block
11:30am Lunch in the camp Dining Hall. We provide a hot lunch daily as well as a full salad bar and sandwich alternatives.
12:20pm Swim Time! Head to our waterfront where our 12-person team of Lifeguards supervise swim instruction, free play, beach fun and Corc'ls!
1:40pm Activity Block
3:30pm Visit Camp Store, and pack up and circle up--how was the day?
4:00pm Depart for home. Campers are helped into cars by our staff at the front gate.
Campers Ages 7-14
Older Day Campers have the same full choice of activities as our Overnight Campers! Day Campers choose activities for the week on their first day, ranging from robotics to dance to sports. Day Campers go swimming every afternoon.
Daily Schedule
9:00am Arrival
9:10am Morning Gathering. Join the entire camp and get energized for the day!
9:30 Activity Block; campers and their counselors experience every area of camp, from nature to sports to art. Activities are led by counselor specialists in that area.
10:30am Activity Block
11:30am Lunch in the camp Dining Hall. We provide a hot lunch daily as well as a full salad bar and sandwich alternatives.
12:20pm Swim Time! Head to our waterfront where our 12-person team of Lifeguards supervises swim instruction, free play, beach fun and Corc'ls!
1:40pm Activity Block
2:30pm Activity Block
3:30pm Visit Camp Store, and pack up and circle up--how was the day?
4:00pm Depart for home. Campers are helped into cars by our staff at the front gate.
Campers ages 5-6 are in small family groups with the same counselors every day. Each day includes shortened structured activities ranging from art, nature exploration, cooking, and noncompetitive sports. Campers go swimming every afternoon and children ages 5-8 receive Red Cross swim instruction daily, weather permitting.
Daily Schedule
9:00am Arrival
9:10am Morning Gathering. Join the entire camp and get energized for the day!
9:30-10:15am Activity Block; campers and their counselors experience every area of camp, from nature to sports to art. Activities are led by counselor specialists in that area.
10:15am Healthy snack provided by Quinipet
10:30-11:30am Activity Block
11:30am Lunch in the camp Dining Hall. We provide a hot lunch daily as well as a full salad bar and sandwich alternatives.
12:20pm Swim Time! Head to our waterfront where our 12-person team of Lifeguards supervise swim instruction, free play, beach fun and Corc'ls!
1:40pm Activity Block
3:30pm Visit Camp Store, and pack up and circle up--how was the day?
4:00pm Depart for home. Campers are helped into cars by our staff at the front gate.
Campers Ages 7-14
Older Day Campers have the same full choice of activities as our Overnight Campers! Day Campers choose activities for the week on their first day, ranging from robotics to dance to sports. Day Campers go swimming every afternoon.
Daily Schedule
9:00am Arrival
9:10am Morning Gathering. Join the entire camp and get energized for the day!
9:30 Activity Block; campers and their counselors experience every area of camp, from nature to sports to art. Activities are led by counselor specialists in that area.
10:30am Activity Block
11:30am Lunch in the camp Dining Hall. We provide a hot lunch daily as well as a full salad bar and sandwich alternatives.
12:20pm Swim Time! Head to our waterfront where our 12-person team of Lifeguards supervises swim instruction, free play, beach fun and Corc'ls!
1:40pm Activity Block
2:30pm Activity Block
3:30pm Visit Camp Store, and pack up and circle up--how was the day?
4:00pm Depart for home. Campers are helped into cars by our staff at the front gate.
My kids absolutely adore Quinipet. The counselors and program directors are incredibly thoughtful and caring. Both of my kids have made great friends and have developed meaningful relationships with the camp staff. We could not be more thrilled with their camping experience! - Day Camp Parent |
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Van Pickup at Shelter Island North Ferry
We are offering camper transportation from the Shelter Island Greenport ferry, Monday-Friday for Day Camp. Families will "walk across" on the ferry and meet staff on the Shelter Island side promptly at 8:45 am. Quinipet staff and campers will travel by camp van to Quinipet for the day. Camp vans will meet parents back at the ferry on the Shelter Island side at 4:10 pm. Transportation is available for children that do not need a car seat. $25 per camper/week.
*Spaces are limited. Advance registration required.
We are offering camper transportation from the Shelter Island Greenport ferry, Monday-Friday for Day Camp. Families will "walk across" on the ferry and meet staff on the Shelter Island side promptly at 8:45 am. Quinipet staff and campers will travel by camp van to Quinipet for the day. Camp vans will meet parents back at the ferry on the Shelter Island side at 4:10 pm. Transportation is available for children that do not need a car seat. $25 per camper/week.
*Spaces are limited. Advance registration required.
Community SailingAges 9-16
9 AM - 12 Noon or 1 PM - 4 PM Monday-Friday Our Community Sailing Program for youth provides a no-pressure setting where campers are encouraged to enjoy and learn at their own pace. Instructors ensure sailing basics are covered for all levels and challenge those with more experience. Each level utilizes an interactive approach and strives to provide experience and adventure while students learn and grow together. Quinipet is a US Sailing Member under the supervision of experienced instructors. Our fleet consists of OPTI Trainers, FJ’s, Picos, and American 18s. We offer opportunities in small boat dingy sailing and large keelboat sailing depending on skill level, availability, and the weather. We've successfully taught literally hundreds of children the joy of sailing in our fun-filled educational program! *Campers must complete a swim test upon arrival to demonstrate comfort in open bay water. Our swim test consists of four laps (without stopping) in the swimming area, treading water for 1 minute and floating on their back for 1 minute. Sailors must also be able to demonstrate donning a life jacket in deep water. |
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Round out your Community Sailing day with Day Camp!
Sailors in this one week program will spend mornings on the water, break for a healthy lunch in our Dining Hall, and enjoy age appropriate Day Camp activities for the afternoon.
Sailors in this one week program will spend mornings on the water, break for a healthy lunch in our Dining Hall, and enjoy age appropriate Day Camp activities for the afternoon.
Dates & Rates
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2020 DAY CAMP SESSION DATES
Day Camp: Monday-Friday, 9:00 am - 4:00 pm Week 1: Monday, July 6 - Friday, July 10 Week 2: Monday, July 13 - Friday, July 17 Week 3: Monday, July 20 - Friday, July 24 Week 4: Monday, July 27 - Friday, July 31 Week 5: Monday, August 3 - Friday, August 7 Week 6: Monday, August 10 - Friday, August 14 Week 7: Monday, August 17 - Friday, August 21 Week 8*: Monday, August 24 - Friday, August 28 (*Please note there is no Overnight Camp Week 8.) |
2020 Weekly Rates
Day Camp: $610 Community Sailing (AM or PM): $450 Community Sailing (AM) & Day Camp (PM): $675 2020 Open House Dates Saturday, March 28 1-4 pm (CANCELLED) Saturday, April 18 10-1 pm (CANCELLED) Saturday, May 16 1-4 pm (CANCELLED) |
Payment Information
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Quinipet accepts payments by check, eCheck*, cash or credit card.
Checks should be issued payable to "Quinipet Camp & Retreat Center" and mailed to the address below. Please include camper name and session date in the memo area on check. Quinipet Camp & Retreat Center P.O. Box 549 Shelter Island Heights, NY 11965 Fees for summer camp include a non-refundable $100 administrative fee. Refunds cannot be made after June 15th. *eChecks are the preferred method of payment. Financial AssistanceIn order to assist as many families as possible, we offer Camp Scholarships to families in need. Scholarships are funded by the generous donations to The Quinipet Scholarship Fund by camp families and community members. To apply, complete the Scholarship Application form in the blue "Parent Resources" section below, and submit by April 10, 2020.
For Shelter Island Families: The Shelter Island Education Foundation pursues, creates and provides excellent educational opportunities that enhance, inspire and broaden the horizons of our children and the community. Grant applications are typically available on their website in the Spring. |
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Our Staff
It takes character, compassion, and heart to be a dynamite camp counselor, and that’s exactly what we look for in our staff. We select creative, caring, inspiring individuals who have a passion for working with children. Many of our counselors were once Quinipet campers themselves, and we also have talented staff members from around the world.
Every staff member undergoes an in-depth interview process, reference checks, and background checks. Before campers arrive, we hold a comprehensive staff orientation that focuses on risk management and age-appropriate program planning. Training doesn't stop once campers arrive; during the summer we conduct in-service training, ongoing coaching, and performance reviews.
Our waterfront is under the supervision of experienced lifeguards with current American Red Cross Waterfront Lifeguard certification, which includes First Aid, AED and CPR training. The Quinipet sailing program is led by a team of experienced sailing instructors.
Every staff member undergoes an in-depth interview process, reference checks, and background checks. Before campers arrive, we hold a comprehensive staff orientation that focuses on risk management and age-appropriate program planning. Training doesn't stop once campers arrive; during the summer we conduct in-service training, ongoing coaching, and performance reviews.
Our waterfront is under the supervision of experienced lifeguards with current American Red Cross Waterfront Lifeguard certification, which includes First Aid, AED and CPR training. The Quinipet sailing program is led by a team of experienced sailing instructors.
Parent Resources
Everything Parents Need to Know
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Our Scholarship Application,
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Health & Safety
Quinipet is a proud accredited member of the American Camp Association, a community of camp professionals dedicated to safe, quality camp experiences. The American Camp Association collaborates with experts from the American Academy of Pediatrics, the American Red Cross, and other youth serving agencies to assure research-based best practices. As an accredited camp, we undergo ACA’s comprehensive review of our operation, from staff qualifications to emergency management.
In addition to ACA accreditation, Quinipet meets the stringent New York State Department of Health Children’s Camp requirements. Quinipet has a Registered Nurse onsite in the camp Health Center. We use the Shelter Island Family Medical Health Clinic and the Eastern Long Island Hospital for care requiring a physician.
Please note that, once enrolled, all families must submit each camper's Immunity Records, 2019 Camper Medical Form (signed and stamped by physician), complete online Health History and other appropriate and related documents. All forms and documents are made available to enrolled families via their CampInTouch account.
In addition to ACA accreditation, Quinipet meets the stringent New York State Department of Health Children’s Camp requirements. Quinipet has a Registered Nurse onsite in the camp Health Center. We use the Shelter Island Family Medical Health Clinic and the Eastern Long Island Hospital for care requiring a physician.
Please note that, once enrolled, all families must submit each camper's Immunity Records, 2019 Camper Medical Form (signed and stamped by physician), complete online Health History and other appropriate and related documents. All forms and documents are made available to enrolled families via their CampInTouch account.
