Caring Honesty Respect Responsibility Faith
Program Bulletin
View this bulletin online at www.ymcarockies.org
Estes Park Center Program and Recreational Activities for July 13-20, 2012
Our Mission:
The YMCA of the Rockies
puts Christian principles
into practice through
programs, staff and
facilities in an environment
that builds healthy spirit,
mind and body for all.
We accomplish this by:
Serving conferences of a
religious, educational or
recreational nature;
Providing unifying
experiences for families;
Offering traditional
summer camping
experiences for boys and
girls; and
Serving our staff with
leadership opportunities
and productive work
experiences.
YMCA of the Rockies
Estes Park Center
2515 Tunnel Road
Estes Park CO 80511
970-586-3341
Fax: 970-586-6078
On-grounds emergency:
(instead of 911) Dial: 222
Problems with cabin or
lodge room? Please call:
Maintenance: Ext 1100
Housekeeping: Ext 1142
After Hours: Dial “0”
Please recycle this
program bulletin at
the end of your stay.
Welcome to the YMCA of the Rockies!
We are glad that you are here at the Estes Park Center to
celebrate summer with us. Within this program bulletin
you will find an array of inviting opportunities for every
age and interest. There are many recreational activities
and family programs from which to choose. We encourage you to read this bulletin so that you may take advantage of all that we offer at the YMCA of the Rockies.
Enjoy your stay!
Fire Ban
Estes Park Center – YMCA of the Rockies is currently
under a fire ban due to dry conditions, high winds and
temperatures. There will be no smoking unless inside of
your vehicle or at a designated smoking area. No fireworks
are allowed. Fires are allowed in wood burning fireplaces
inside of cabins. No fires in outdoor wood burning or
outdoor gas fire pits. No charcoal grills. All vehicles must
stay on roadways or designated parking areas; they may not
be on the grass or off roads. If you see someone in violation
of the fire ban, please contact the switchboard by
dialing “0” from any on-grounds phone.
Thank you for your cooperation.
Your safety is our concern.
Be Bear Aware.
Reduce Bear Corruption.
Black Bears may wander through the YMCA anytime day or night. If you see a bear on property,
please report it immediately by dialing “0” from a YMCA phone or call 970-586-3341, Ext 0.
DO NOT APPROACH bears or any other wildlife. Bears are considered corrupt when they enter
dwellings or vehicles, and they will be euthanized by the Colorado Division of Wildlife. The
YMCA has gone to great effort and expense to provide bear-proof garbage containers. Please use
these containers. Limit bear corruption by following these tips:
● No birdfeeders on property.
● Do not leave food in your vehicle.
● Do not leave food out inside or outside of cabins.
● Clean-up after each meal.
● Lock vehicle windows and doors.
● Close windows and lock doors of your cabin.
● Close outside entryway doors to lodges and meeting rooms.
Did you know that YMCA of the Rockies is a nonprofit organization? Charitable programming
rejuvenates everyone who visits. Please consider making a 100% tax-deductible contribution to
ensure that future generations have the opportunity to experience the peace, majesty and spirit of
the YMCA of the Rockies.
www.ymcadonations.org
Thank you!
YMCA
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the Rockies
YMCA of
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THINGS
TO KNOW
THINGS
TO KNOW
December 24, 2010-January
2011
Jul 13-20,2,2012
IMPORTANT THINGS FOR YOU TO KNOW
Additional information can be found in the Guest Services Directory in your cabin or lodge room.
Administration Building: Open daily from 6:00 am-12 midnight, the Administration Building is the center of business at the
YMCA. Check-in and check-out at the Guest Registration Desk, where fax, copy and airline boarding pass printing services are also
available for a small fee. The Admin houses an ATM, as well as the General Store and Rustic Café; see below for more information.
Aspen Dining Room: The Aspen Room offers an all-you-can-eat buffet, including salad bar, soup, entrees, dessert and beverages.
Dial Ext 1109 for the daily menu or Ext 1144 to talk with someone in the Aspen Dining Room.
Breakfast: 7:00-9:00 am
Adults: $8
Children (ages 6-12): $4
Children (5 and under) Free
Lunch:
11:30 am-1:30 pm
Adults: $10
Children: $6
Dinner:
5:00-7:30 pm
Adults: $14
Children: $9
Bud Wehrman Memorial Prayer Trail: Open and available to anyone for a special “walk” even in the cold and snow. The prayer
trail begins immediately behind (east) of the Legett Christian Center. There are five stations for you to use on your walk. A brochure
of scriptures and instructions is available in the Assistant Chaplain’s office. You may stop into the LCC or simply use the prayer trail
for your personal and spiritual benefit.
Campfires: When allowed, campfires can be held only in designated campfire sites. Check with the Program Department (Ext 1104)
to reserve a campfire site.
Camping: We do not allow camping around the cabins or anywhere on the grounds.
Chapel Program: For information, please call Ext 1077, 1034 or 1012 or you are welcome to stop by to see us in our offices in the
Legett Christian Center which includes Ponder Chapel and The Dannen Library. The library has many books and DVD Bible and
theme study materials for groups of all ages. You are welcome to see a session or two on our TV. We also have catalogues for you to
order books, Bibles, DVD materials, music and more at the lowest prices available. Make the Dannen Library part of your
experience here at the Estes Park Center. Chaplains are available every day to talk about a family reunion, wedding, chapel
programs, special events, resources, study series…or how you can support the work and mission of The Chapel Program.
Charcoal and Gas Grills: For fire safety, charcoal grills are prohibited on YMCA grounds. Propane gas grills are permitted and
a very limited number are available for rent through the Conference Office; dial Ext 1021 for availability and pricing.
Check-In Time: Check-in begins at 3:00 pm. During peak periods, accommodations may not be available until after 6:00 pm.
Check-Out Time: Check-out is 10:00 am. This time is strictly enforced out of consideration for the guests checking in after you and
our hardworking housekeeping staff; however, after you check out of your lodging, you are welcome to enjoy our grounds,
recreational activities, and facilities for the rest of the day. Anyone checking out after 10:00 am will be subject to a half-day charge.
We strongly urge guests planning to leave before 7:00 am to settle their bill by 10:30 pm the night before, since payment transactions
cannot be processed between 11:00 pm and 7:00 am.
Game Room: The game room is downstairs in the Sweet Memorial Building. It opens one half hour after the building opens and
closes one half hour before the building closes, except Mondays, the game room closes at 8:00 pm. There is ping pong, pool,
foosball, and more. A deposit is required for ping pong and pool equipment (plus a $1 per session non-refundable fee for pool).
General Store: For souvenirs and general sundries, shop at our General Store, located in the Administration Building. Ext 1015.
Everyday
7:00 am-10:00 pm
Guest Laundry: Located in the lower level of the east side of the Longhouse, the Guest Laundry is open 24 hours a day, seven days
a week and offers coin-operated washers and dryers, laundry detergent and change machines.
Health Center/First Aid Station: Open daily. Ext 1120. In case of emergency, dial: Ext 222.
Thu-Mon 8:30 am-5:00 pm
Tue-Wed 8:30 am-4:00 pm
Hiking: We provide information on trails you will be able to hike on your own. Please check with the Sweet Memorial staff for a
variety of hiking trail maps. Because of private property within the YMCA boundaries, we ask that you stay on trails and public
roadways at all times. Private Guided hikes are available for a group or family at a cost of $40. Please contact the Hiking Supervisor
for details at Ext 1129. Please see the free Guided Hikes at the back of this bulletin; sign up in advance at Sweet Memorial.
The Labyrinth: A spiritual tool, a path of prayer and a walking meditation where you can be open to a new experience of God. It is
not a maze. No decisions need to be made and there are no dead ends. A Labyrinth has only one path that leads the seeker into the
center and back out again. Many people walk the Labyrinth for spiritual and emotional healing, deepening self-knowledge or to
connect with God to understand their direction in life. The Labyrinth is on Circle Drive between the Mootz Craft and Design center
and the Dorsey Museum. Information is available at the Museum or the Legett Christian Center.
YMCA
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YMCA of
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THINGS
THINGSTO
TOKNOW
KNOW
December 24, 2010-January
2011
Jul 13-20,2,2012
Library: The Maude Jellison Library is located between the Administration Building and Hyde Chapel (up on the hill). For your
reading pleasure, our 2-story building has over 22,000 fiction and non-fiction books for adults and children. If you brought a book
and do not want to take it back home with you, consider donating it to the Library. Our collection grows thanks to your generosity!
Linen Exchange: Located in the Housekeeping Office in the lower level of the east side of the Longhouse, the Linen Exchange is
open daily from 8:00 am-4:00 pm and offers many amenities, including clean sheets and towels, toilet paper, coffee filters, body
soap, liquid dish soap and dishwasher detergent.
Lost and Found: Call Housekeeping at Ext 1225. Items turned in to Lost and Found are held for 14 days.
Lula W. Dorsey Museum: The YMCA of the Rockies has a rich and colorful history spanning more than a century. Since 1908, we
have evolved from a summer camp for a few men into a year-round center where all are welcome—for reunions, recreation,
excitement, adventure, conferences or rejuvenation—to enjoy the tranquil, beautiful, and inspiration setting of our Rocky Mountain
sanctuary. Stop by the Museum to learn how we’ve grown from a 10-day summer school into a year-round center. Ext 1136.
Pets: Pets are allowed in two, three and four bedroom cabins; they are not allowed in reunion cabins, lodge rooms, meeting rooms,
the Administration Building or other public buildings. Pets, no matter how well-trained, must be on a leash at all times while outside
on YMCA grounds. There is a charge of $10 per pet per night. In Rocky Mountain National Park, pets are only allowed in areas such
as roadways and parking lots.
Pine Room: Open for the season. Meals in the Pine Room are not included on your meal ticket. Ext 1145.
Lunch A la Carte
Mon-Fri
11:30 am-2:00 pm
Dinner Buffet
Daily
5:00-7:30pm
Brunch
Sunday
10:30 am-2:00 pm
Post Office: Located below the stairs of the Walnut Room, between the Administration Building and Ruesch Auditorium. Ext 1124.
PAYMENT BY CASH OR CHECK ONLY.
Mon-Fri
8:00 am-4:30 pm (last pick up at 3:30 pm)
Sat
8:00 am-3:00 pm (last pickup at 2:30 pm)
Closed Sundays and Federal Holidays
Recycle: There are recycle bins in various locations on grounds for paper, aluminum, plastic, glass, cardboard and paperboard. The
main collection point is north of miniature golf at the entrance to vehicle maintenance on Cookout Way. Please help us reduce, reuse
and recycle.
Rustic Café: Serving light sandwiches, soup, snacks, salads and beverages. Located in the Administration Building, Ext 1016.
Everyday
7:00 am-10:00 pm
Smoking: We are proud that YMCA of the Rockies provides a clean-air environment. Please help us keep the Estes Park Center safe
and clean. We respect your right to smoke, however smoking is only allowed in designated areas and never inside of any building.
Outside of our main buildings there are smoking chimneys. These receptacles will keep any danger of sparks from starting a fire.
These are the only areas where we allow smoking. In this dry climate a spark could cause a wildfire. The fire danger is EXTREME!
Sweet Memorial Building: Program information, game room, hiking information and more, Ext 1104.
Everyday
7:30 am-10:00 pm
(The game room closes one half hour before the building closes, except Mondays, it closes at 8:00 pm.)
Wood: Guests in cabins with wood-burning fireplaces may purchase bundles of wood at Sweet Memorial for $4.00 per bundle. After
hours, wood can be purchased at the Administration Building. Wood gathering is not permitted on the YMCA grounds.
Rocky Mountain National Park Shuttle Information: Due to Bear Lake Road re-construction, the Tuxedo Park shuttle stop will
not be available during the 2012 summer/fall season. YMCA guests will have to catch the Bear Lake shuttle bus at the Moraine Park
Visitor Center or drive to the Beaver Meadows Visitor Center entrance. Visitors entering the park on foot should be prepared to
show a valid park pass when asked. Rocky Mountain National Park passes can be purchased at both the Moraine Park Visitor Center
and the Beaver Meadows Visitor Center entrance for $20 per vehicle or $10 per pedestrian, valid for seven consecutive days. The
shuttle runs every 15 minutes.
The YMCA of the Rockies Outreach and Inclusion Vision Statement:
At YMCA of the Rockies we serve a diverse population, inclusive of all people of good will and special needs. We
strive to welcome and reach out to all people and organizations of good will and ensure that the rich gifts of diversity
are reflected and respected at all levels; it is in our Mission Statement that we are open “for all.” Please visit our
website, http://www.ymcarockies.org/outreachandinclusion.htm, to learn more about the many levels of diversity at
YMCA of the Rockies and read a word from our President and CEO about this important part of our Mission.
Thank you for being at YMCA of the Rockies. We welcome you!
www.ymcarockies.org/outreachandinclusion.htm
PROGRAM BULLETIN
YMCA of the Rockies
Jul 13-20, 2012
HERE’S WHAT’S HAPPENING THIS WEEK
ATTENTION GUESTS: Please sign up in advance, in person, at the Sweet Memorial Building for all programs.
Sign up sheets will be put out at the front desk of the Sweet Memorial Building two days in advance of the activity. Some programs
will fill quickly, so we encourage you to sign up as soon as the sheets go out. If you sign up for an activity and then cannot attend,
call Ext 1104 and let us know so others may go in your spot. Please note that our policy is no refund once you have signed up for
classes that have a fee. If there are no guests signed up when the program is scheduled to begin, the program will be cancelled.
Unless otherwise noted, all activities will meet at the Sweet Memorial Building. Schedule may change without prior notice.
Fri 13
Sat 14
Sun 15
Mon 16
Tue 17
Wed 18
Thu 19
Fri 20
Animal Detective
8:45 am
3:15 pm
10:00 am
3:15 pm
8:45 am
3:15 pm
8:45 am
2:45 pm
10:45 am
8:45 am
3:15 pm
3:15 pm
10:30 am
3:15 pm
Aquatic Exploration
1:30 pm
1:15 pm
1:15 pm
1:30 pm
1:30 pm
1:30 pm
1:30 pm
1:30 pm
Archery JR Beginner I
8:45 am
1:30 pm
1:30 pm
8:45 am
1:30 pm
1:30 pm
8:45 am
8:45 am
8:45 am
Archery Beginner II
10:15 am
11:30 am
3:00 pm
11:30 am
3:00 pm
11:30 am
3:00 pm
3:00 pm
10:15 am
11:30 am
3:30 pm
10:15 am
11:30 am
3:00 pm
10:15 am
11:30 am
2:15 pm
Archery Intermediate I
4:15 pm
4:15 pm
10:15 am
4:15 pm
4:15 pm
4:45 pm
4:15 pm
Basketball Mania
11:30 am
4:30 pm
4:30 pm
2:00 pm
11:30 am
4:30 pm
1:15 pm
11:30 am
1:15 pm
Bingo
7:00 pm
7:00 pm
7:00 pm
7:00 pm
7:00 pm
7:00 pm
7:00 pm
Bird Banding
3:45 pm
3:45 pm
3:45 pm
Bubbles
6:00 pm
Bugs! Bugs! Bugs!
11:30 am
11:00 am
Capture the Flag
4:00 pm
4:00 pm
4:00 pm
3:30 pm
Chalk Drawing
4:00 pm
6:30 pm
2:30 pm
6:30 pm
4:00 pm
3:30 pm
10:30 am
4:30 pm
Climbing Wall
1:00 pm
3:00 pm
8:30 am
3:00 pm
3:00 pm
8:30 am
10:30 am
8:30 am
3:00 pm
8:30 am
8:30 am
3:00 pm
3:00 pm
Diggin’ in the Dirt
3:00 pm
3:15 pm
12 noon
2:45 pm
2:00 pm
11:15 am
3:00 pm
Family Adventure
2:15 pm
8:45 am
2:15 pm
Family High Ropes
9:00 am
Flag Football
1:15 pm
1:45 pm
Four Square
3:00 pm
3:00 pm
Friendship Bracelets
11:00 am
History Walk
Kickball
3:45 pm
3:30 pm
8:30 am
11:00 am
3:30 pm
2:00 pm
6:30 pm
9:00 am
1:00 pm
6:30 pm
11:00 am
8:45 am
11:00 am
4:00 pm
1:00 pm
6:00 pm
11:30 am
4:30 pm
6:00 pm
11:30 am
3:15 pm
4:00 pm
4:00 pm
6:30 pm
2:15 pm
1:00 pm
1:00 pm
1:15 pm
3:30 pm
1:15 pm
3:00 pm
3:30 pm
3:00 pm
3:00 pm
3:00 pm
3:00 pm
11:00 am
11:30 am
11:00 am
11:00 am
11:00 am
11:00 am
4:00 pm
9:30 am
9:30 am
9:30 am
9:30 am
9:30 am
2:00 pm
2:00 pm
4:30 pm
3:00 pm
2:00 pm
2:00 pm
4:30 pm
1:00 pm
2:00 pm
1:15 pm
PROGRAM BULLETIN
YMCA of the Rockies
Fri 13
Knots
10:15 am
Little Explorers
9:00 am
Sat 14
9:00 am
1:30 pm
Sun 15
11:00 am
Jul 13-20, 2012
Mon 16
Tue 17
10:15 am
8:45 am
9:00 am
3:30 pm
9:00 am
2:00 pm
Wed 18
10:15 am
Thu 19
Fri 20
10:15 am
2:15 pm
9:00 am
9:00 0am
1:00 pm
Mary’s Lake Climbing
Nature Art
4:15 pm
3:00 pm
9:30 am
12:30 pm
Nature Graphics
8:45 am
9:45 am
8:30 am
Night Walk
8:00 pm
3:30 pm
9:45 am
10:30 am
9:00 am
8:00 pm
Origami
2:00 pm
2:00 pm
2:00 pm
2:00 pm
2:00 pm
2:00 pm
2:00 pm
2:00 pm
Parachute Games
10:00 am
10:00 am
10:00 am
10:00 am
10:00 am
10:00 am
10:00 am
10:00 am
Scavenger Hunt
1:00 pm
1:00 pm
Pathfinder
2:30 pm
2:30 pm
2:30 pm
2:30 pm
2:30 pm
2:30 pm
Spud
10:30 am
10:30 am
10:30 am
11:00 am
10:30 am
Survival
1:00 pm
1:00 pm
1:00 pm
4:30 pm
1:00 pm
4:30 pm
10:30 am
1:00 pm
10:30 am
Trangle Ball
9:15 am
9:30 am
4:30 pm
Tree Art
2:00 pm
2:00 pm
Ultimate Frisbee
10:00 am
10:00 am
Volleyball
3:30 pm
2:15 pm
2:00 pm
2:30 pm
10:00 am
10:15 am
3:30 pm
2:15 pm
Yo-Yo
8:30 am
10:30 am
8:30 am
10:30 am
12:45 pm
1:30 pm
1:30 pm
1:00 pm
3:00 pm
3:00 pm
10:30 am
1:00 pm
4:30 pm
2:00 pm
10:00 am
10:00 am
10:00 am
3:30 pm
2:15 pm
3:30 pm
3:00 pm
Wiffle Ball
Zip Line
2:30 pm
1:30 pm
8:45 am
Soccer
2:30 pm
1:00 pm
2:00 pm
1:00 pm
3:00 pm
10:30 am
3:00 pm
8:30 am
10:30 am
1:00 pm
YMCA of the Rockies
PROGRAM BULLETIN
Jul 13-20, 2012
PROGRAM DESCRIPTIONS
ANIMAL DETECTIVE (1 hour) – Learn to identify the animals that are in the YMCA and Rocky Mountain National Park area+.
Take a walk with us outdoors and look for the clues they leave behind. Make a fun animal craft to take home. Ages 4-10 (under
4 if accompanied by an adult).
AQUATIC EXPLORATION (1.5 hours) – Learn about the importance of conserving our fresh water supply, healthy water cycles
and what makes a healthy water environment. You’ll go on a walk in Glacier Creek to learn about the plants and animals that
live along a creek. Ages 8+.
ARCHERY JR BEGINNER I (1.25 hours) – This class is for the younger beginner. Participants will learn the safe and proper way
to shoot a bow. Enjoy the challenge by shooting at targets on our range. Meet at the Archery Range which is located just north
of the Upper Cookout. Cost is $3 (cash only) per person due at sign-up. Ages 9-12.
ARCHERY BEGINNER II (1 hour) – This class is for older beginners. Participants will learn the safe and proper way to shoot a
bow. Enjoy the challenge by shooting at targets on our range. Meet at the Archery Range which is located just north of the
Upper Cookout. Cost is $3 (cash only) per person due at sign-up. Ages 13+.
ARCHERY INTERMEDIATE I (1 hour) – This class is for those who already have the basic shooting skills. You will learn skills to
improve your shooting and work on consistency. We might play some fun games! Meet at the Archery Range which is located
just north of the Upper Cookout. Cost is $3 (cash only) per person due at sign-up. Ages 9+.
BASKETBALL MANIA (1 hour) – Play several “hoops” games such as HORSE, Around the World, Free Throw Challenge, or a
rousing 1-on-1. Ages 6+.
BINGO (1 hour) – Join other YMCA guests for an evening of fun and prizes. All ages.
BIRD BANDING (1.5 hours) – Watch Scott Rashid, licensed bird bander, “net” different species of birds, band them, and tell about
their unique features. Ages 8+ (ages 8-12 accompanied by an adult).
BUBBLES (.5 hour) – Whatever your age, you’ll have a great time blowing bubbles outside the Sweet building.
BUGS! BUGS! BUGS! (1 hour) – They aren’t all creepy and crawly. Bugs can be fascinating! Walk with us and catch some bugs
for everyone to look at. Then make a “buggy” craft to take home. Ages 3-8.
CAPTURE THE FLAG (1.5 hours) – Time to hide, sneak, run, and chase in this amazing game to find your opponent’s flag, but just
try not to get in jail! Ages 10+.
CHALK DRAWINGS (.5 hour) – Join us and have fun decorating the sidewalk in front of Sweet Memorial with your favorite
animals and pictures! Ages 3-10 (Under 6 if accompanied by an adult).
CLIMBING WALL (1.5 hours) Experience the thrill and challenge of scaling our 30-foot outdoor rock wall. Includes introduction to
equipment, tying into the climbing rope, and climbing technique. Great for first-timers. Ages 7+ (no exceptions). Fee: $10 per
person due at sign-up. Sign up in advance and meet at Sweet Memorial. Each individual may sign up only a total of four people.
Participants under age 18 must have parent or guardian present at start of class to sign waiver. Must have receipt of payment at
start of class. Must be on time as class sessions are tightly scheduled. Please meet at Sweet Memorial 15 minutes before
scheduled start of class.
DIGGIN’ IN THE DIRT (1 hour) – Want to get dirty? Then come join us for an exciting time as we learn what it takes to be an Archaeologist. We’ll get to see items excavated right here at the Y and get to do our own dig! Ages 8+.
FAMILY ADVENTURE (1 hour) – Play games that challenge your family’s ability to think quickly and work as a team. Ages 5+.
FAMILY HIGH ROPES (3 hours) – Experience the thrill and challenge of climbing a tree to a height of 35 feet, traversing cables,
and riding down a 150-foot zip line. Includes introduction to equipment, extensive practice on ground level, and explanation of
challenge by choice. Great for families and friends. Ages 12 and up. Cost is $20 per person due at sign-up. Each individual may
only sign up a total of 4 people. Participants under 18 must have a parent or guardian present at start of class to sign a waiver.
Must have receipt of payment at start of class. Must be on time as class sessions are tightly scheduled. Please meet at Sweet
Memorial 15 minutes before scheduled start of class.
FLAG FOOTBALL (1 hour) – Enjoy a game of non-tackle football against other guests. Ages 8+
FOUR SQUARE (1 hour) – Join us for a game that is fun and simple to learn but can take a lifetime to master. Ages 10+.
FRIENDSHIP BRACELETS (1 hour) – Learn how to make two very simple and very cool bracelets to wear and show off to family
and friends. Cost is $1 (cash only) per person due at sign-up. Ages 7+.
HISTORY WALK (1.5 hours) – Join the Dorsey Museum staff on a short hike and learn about a century of YMCA of the Rockies
history—from the original Wind River Lodge and the First Encampment Tents to our modern facilities and the land that we call
home. All ages. Sign up and meet at Sweet Memorial Building.
KICKBALL (1 hour) – Join other game enthusiasts for some outdoor kicking and running fun. All ages.
KNOTS (1 hour) – Which knot works when? Learn how to tie simple knots that will get you out of most binds. Ages 8+.
LITTLE EXPLORERS (1 hour)-Survival class for the little trailblazers! You will learn about the 10 essentials for hiking and then
we will go on an outdoor treasure hunt. Ages 4-12.
MARY’S LAKE CLIMBING (3 hours) – Begins with an introduction to the climbing equipment. You will then practice tying into
the climbing rope and finish with belay school and climbing technique. After each participant has passed a belay test, the
climbing begins! Participants work in teams consisting of a climber, a belayer, and a back-up-belayer. Each person is expected
to assume each of the roles at some point. Ages 12+. Participants under 18 must have a parent or guardian present at start of
class to sign a waiver. Fee: $30 per person. Must have receipt of payment at start of class. Must be on time as class sessions are
tightly scheduled. Please meet at Sweet Memorial 15 minutes before scheduled start of class.
YMCA of the Rockies
PROGRAM BULLETIN
Jul 13-20, 2012
PROGRAM DESCRIPTIONS
NATURE ART (1 hour) Join us and learn about the nature around us and make fun art out of nature. You’ll make a kaleidoscope
using pieces of nature we find and you can pick out a rock to make a rock necklace. Ages 6+.
NATURE GRAPHICS (.75 hour) – Make a picture from natural objects you will find outside. Place them on sun-sensitive paper,
frame them with decorated popsicle sticks, and you’ll create a one-of-a-kind masterpiece. Ages 4+.
NIGHT WALK (1.5 hours) – Experience “night life” the YMCA way. Join us for a walk on the Y grounds and learn about nocturnal
animals and their special adaptations. You’ll also have some fun personal experiences through different activities. Ages 5+
(Ages 5-10 must be accompanied by an adult).
ORIGAMI (1 hour) – Come learn the Japanese art of paper folding. You’ll learn how to use simple paper and a little patience to
make neat designs and objects. Ages 7+
PARACHUTE GAMES (.5 hour) – Rise and fall with our big parachute as we play various games under, over and around the
billowing parachute. Exhilarating fun! All ages.
PATHFINDER (1.5 hours) – Learn to use a compass and do some basic orienteering through a game of challenge. Ages 6+
(Ages 6-8 must be accompanied by an adult).
SCAVENGER HUNT (1 hour) – All ages will enjoy this indoor and outdoor “hunt” on the YMCA grounds. A great way to see more
of the Y and learn interesting facts about the area.
SOCCER (1 hour) – Join us for an enthusiastic hour of European “football.” Ages 8+.
SPUD (.75 hour) – Spud is a popular children’s game where players eliminate each other by catching and throwing a ball. Ages 7+.
SURVIVAL (1.5 hours) – A fun and educational way to learn basic survival skills that one needs to know. We walk a short distance
and enjoy several activities including building shelters, learning to build a fire and finding out what STOP means. Ages 8+.
TRANGLE BALL (1 hour) – Check out the “sport of the new millennium.” Easy to learn. Anyone who can catch and throw. Ages
8+.
TREE ART (1 hour) – Create a unique work of art with findings from trees and other natural items in our YMCA area. Ages 4-12.
ULTIMATE FRISBEE (1 hour) – A great hour of Frisbee team excitement. Come and join us! Ages 8+.
VOLLEYBALL (1 hour) – We’ll head to the courts for fun with one of our favorite outdoor activities. Ages 8+.
WIFFLEBALL (1 hour)—Join us for this summertime favorite. Ages 5+.
YO-YO (1 hour)—Come learn awesome yo-yo techniques from enthusiast, Nathanael Drage. Whether you’re a newbie or an expert,
you'll learn exciting tricks, such as Eiffel Tower and Split the Atom. Then go amaze your friends. Ages 8+.
ZIP LINE (1.5 hours) – If climbing up a 35 foot pole, jumping off a perfectly good platform, flying across a valley and over a
mountain stream at about 30 mph, running up the other side of the valley and taking a short scenic hike back across the valley
and up a very steep hill sounds like your idea of a great time, this is for you! Come experience the rush of our 800-foot zip line!
Estimated number of runs is 2 per person. Ages 12 and up, weight 80-220 lbs (you will be weighed at the site.) The strenuous
hike back across the valley means that participants must be fit. Cost is $15 per person due at sign-up. Each individual may sign
up only a total of four people. Participants under 18 must have a parent or guardian present at start of class to sign a waiver.
Must have receipt of payment at start of class. Must be on time as class sessions are tightly scheduled. Please meet at Sweet
Memorial 15 minutes before scheduled start of class.
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SPECIAL ART PROGRAMS
Sign up and pay for these art classes at Sweet Memorial Building.
TUESDAY JULY 17
8:30-11:30 am PLEIN AIR PAINTING WORKSHOP: This three hour outdoor painting workshop is for adults (ages 15 and up,
or permission of instructor). Learn how to paint the mountains as seen from the YMCA, using acrylic paints. Total cost of class is
$67. (This fee is broken down into two parts: $40 instructional fee and $27 for a “painting supply kit”). Participants take home with
them a 9” x 12” painting, a set of 18 acrylic paints, brushes, pencil, a viewfinder and an instructional booklet (on painting techniques
and composition). Various equipment and painting aides are also available for use during class. Class size is limited to eight
participants per session. Contact Sweet memorial for details and to sign up. Be sure you receive your supply kit when you sign up
and pay for class, and look through the handout before the day of class. Plan to arrive at the class site at the Maude Jellison
Library lower level/ back side porch about 10 to 15 minutes early to set up your painting equipment.
2:00-3:00 pm OUTDOOR ART CLASS: Learn to Draw Horses. A one-hour outdoor drawing class for Kids! , 3 rd to 6th grade,
but older students and adults welcome too! Total cost of class: $22 (This fee is broken down into two parts: $10 instructional fee
and $12 for a “supply kit”). The “supply kit” includes: drawing pad, pencil, teaching handouts….and set of 48 crayons which
students can take home with them! Various supplies and drawing aides are available for use during class as well. Class size is limited
to eight participants per session. Contact Sweet Memorial for details and to sign up. Be sure you receive your supply kit when you
sign up and pay for class. Plan to arrive at the class site at the Maude Jellison Library lower level/, back side porch about
5 minutes early to set up.
WEDNESDAY JULY 18
7:50 am-12 noon OUTDOOR ART CLASS: Sketching Hike This four hour, outdoor drawing workshop is for adults (ages 15 and
up) who enjoy hiking as well as sketching (approx. 2 hours of each activity). Learn how to see value changes in the mountains and to
see details in trees, flowers and other flora of the montane |ecosystem as seen on the outer reaches of the YMCA grounds or in Moraine Park. Learn drawing techniques to help you create a sense of light and form in your sketches. Total cost of class is $47. (This
fee is broken down into two parts: $35 instructional fee and $12 for a “field sketching kit”). Participants take home with them; a
drawing board, grey and white heavy drawing paper, graphite and white drawing pencils, a viewfinder, pencil sharpener, art eraser
and an instructional booklet (on drawing techniques, composition and montane ecology). Class size is limited to eight participants.
Sign up and pay at Sweet Memorial before the day of class (if possible). Be sure you pick up your supply kit when you sign up
and pay for the class and read through the information before class. Information on what you need to carry for hiking is included in
the kit and on the signup clipboard (Be prepared to hike approx three miles round trip, over various terrain involving sometimes
steep elevation gains). Meet in the lobby area inside Sweet Memorial on day of class.
ADDITIONAL SPECIAL PROGRAMS
FRIDAY, JULY 13
10:00 am THE PRODIGAL SON: You are invited to Dannen Library in the Legett Christian Center to meet with Assistant
Chaplain Kathy Hazelton in an investigation of the story of The Prodigal Son which has fascinated those who have read or heard
the Parable in Luke 15 for centuries. When priest and writer Henri Nouwen encountered Rembrandt’s painting of the son’s return to
his father, it led him on a spiritual journey in which he discovered that “I am the younger son; I am the elder son; and I am on my
way to becoming the father.” Kathy will explore the rich themes of leaving and returning, rebellion and repentance, dutifulness and
resentment, grieving and rejoicing…and unconditional love, based on Nouwen’s book The Return of the Prodigal Son. It is possible
that the story of the Prodigal Son is your story, too.
2:00 pm READ AND REMEMBER: Children’s Story Hour in the Maude Jellison Library lower level. The theme for today:
gorillas, bulldogs, bears, dragons, turtles, ducks, butterflies, as well as boys and girls all need friends. Come hear stories about them.
4:00-5:00 pm YAPPY HOUR: Join us in Maude Jellison Library outside lower level. This pet-friendly event offers our visiting
furry friends an opportunity to “meet and greet” other pet guests and enjoy our weekly pooch program. Doggy drinks (AKA pooch
punch) and Yappetizers will be served to all pets in attendance! This week is The 2nd Annual Fur Ball. Guests are invited to dress
up their pets in their furry finest—maybe the Craft & Design Center can help you make some glitzy bowser bling! Friendly Feline
Fashionistas are encouraged to attend this event as well.
7:00 pm FRIDAY FAMILY FAITH FILMS: Everyone is invited over to Hyde Chapel to see the delightful film, “WE BOUGHT
A ZOO” starring Matt Damon, Scarlett Johansson and Thomas Haden Church. “Zoo” is based on a true story as Benjamin Mee
(Damon) gives up a lucrative newspaper job to move his family to the most unlikely of places…a zoo! With help from eclectic staff
and with many misadventures along the way, Benjamin embarks on a fresh beginning to restore the dilapidated zoo to its former
glory while uniting his family. We offer this wonderful, warm and witty movie as a celebration of the human spirit. Rated PG, 124
minutes. Assistant Chaplains Dave and Sybil Eberhart will be your hosts.
7:30 pm SUMMERFEST PRESENTS: Katherine Dines and the Hunk-Ta-Bunk-Ta® Band in Hempel Family Program
Building. Bring the whole family to this toe-tapping concert featuring Katherine Dines and her Hunk-Ta-Bunk-Ta band. Katherine
performs original and traditional songs and stories from her 11 award-winning Hunk-Ta-Bunk-Ta CDs. She has captivated audiences
throughout the globe since 1992 and packs every concert with audience participation. Movement, story songs, sign language,
sing-alongs, percussion, zany props and more, create an entertaining and educational experience that’s fun for children of all ages.
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SATURDAY, JULY 14
7:30-8:30 am MULTI-LEVEL YOGA: Join Instructor Laura Collins in Legett Youth Building. Students should be comfortable
with forward bends, downward dog, and lunges. Laura uses an integrative approach emphasizing a vinyasa flow style; class ends
with a deep relaxation. She teaches at a beginner level, but intermediate and advanced postures are offered for those who can do
them. Bring a mat if you have one. Limited number of mats available.
2:00 pm CHILDREN’S VIDEO VIEWING: Maude Jellison Library. Please check with the library staff for the featured film in
the Lower Library. All children must be accompanied by an adult. Call Ext 1133 for details.
2:00-4:00 pm CHESS CLUB: Maude Jellison Library. Just show up at the Upper Library (or call Ext 1133 to sign up) to see who
else shares your love for this classic mind game.
5:00 pm FAMILY HAYRIDE WITH MEAL AND ENTERTAINMENT: Join the livery staff for a fun evening with a
horse-drawn hayride, a classic country sing-a-long with Cowboy Ron, and a supper that includes Julie’s world-famous beans! Cost is
$30.00 per person with children 3 and under free. Sign up by calling the Livery at Ext 1140 or 1149.
7:00 pm WALKING AMONG THE BEARS: This is the story of the close interactions between visitors and the huge 1000 pound
Grizzly bears at Brooks Camp, Katmai National Park, Alaska. Most visitors never venture further than the bear viewing platforms at
Brooks Camp and the Rangers at the park are extremely careful not to allow bears to obtain human food or get into confrontations
with humans. As a result, the bears are uniquely unafraid of humans and generally uninterested in them and will allow people to
approach and photograph “up close and personal!” The slide presentation in Ponder Chapel is hosted by Dick and Barb Thompson
based on their 2011 trip to this scenic wonderland.
SUNDAY, JULY 15
9:30-11:30 am QUAKER/UNITARIAN UNIVERSALIST: Meeting in the Maude Jellison Library every Sunday.
10:00 am WORSHIP IN THE ROCKIES: Guests and Staff are invited to Hyde Chapel for worship for people of all
denominations and people of all ages. We start with a welcome to worship, followed by announcements, and then you have an
opportunity to meet others. Worship in the Rockies will include singing many great hymns including “All Hail the Power of
Jesus’ Name,” “I Love Thy Kingdom, Lord, and “Seek Ye First the Kingdom of God.” There will be a Moment with the
Children during the service at the front of the chancel on the steps. Rev. Marv Vose will be in The Hyde Chapel pulpit to bring a
powerful, illustration-filled message entitled, “Missing the Kingdom?!” based on Ephesians 3:14-21. Dr. Vose, Superintendent for
the United Methodist Churches in southern Colorado, has served churches from small to large, rural to suburban.
There will be an Offering to support the mission and work of The Chapel Program during Worship. Dress is always mountain casual
and weather appropriate. Individuals, couples, families and groups are always welcome to Worship in the Rockies as we seek to
make this your “church home away from home.” Following worship, there will be Fellowship and Refreshments on the Patio.
4:00-9:00 pm SUNDAY EVENING FLY FISHING EXPERIENCE: Join us on the greatest trip of the week. This evening fly
fishing excursion also includes a full BBQ cookout! Ages 12 and over only. Cost: $40 per person (family welcome to tag along for
dinner-only $5 per person. To sign up, call Sasquatch Fly Fishing in Sweet Memorial Building Ext 1153.
7:00 pm SUNDAY EVENING HYMN-SING: This popular time to sing favorite hymns and Christian Songs will take place at the
new FIRE RING (in front of Hyde Chapel) or in Ponder Chapel…just depending on completion of the Fire Ring and weather.
Cindy Leaycraft will be at the Yamaha Piano/Keyboard and we will sing in the beauty of the mountains and all Creation. Chaplain
Bill Huth will lead and you will select what we will sing.
7:00-8:30 pm HIKERS’ HUDDLE: Meet in the Auditorium of the Hempel Family Program Building for an opportunity to meet
with Hikemasters, learn about the week’s upcoming guided hikes, ask questions, and see a great photo slide show of Rocky
Mountain National Park. Open to everyone, beginner to advanced hikers and armchair hikers alike.
8:00 pm FAMILY OUTDOOR MOVIE NIGHT: Come for a fun-filled night at the movies outdoors at The Amphitheater. This
week’s movie is Monsters, Inc. (Approx 1 1/2 hours, rated PG). Be sure and bring the whole family!
MONDAY, JULY 16
9:20 am Y-WALKABOUT: Everyone is invited to gather inside Hyde Chapel at 9:20 a.m. (so that we can leave at 9:30) for a short
excursion into God’s great Creation here at Estes Park Center. There are so many things to discover and see from the tiny flowers, to
trees, to creatures great and small, and mountains—they are all gifts from God to us. PLEASE wear comfortable hiking shoes (and
consider a jacket) and bring water and your camera. Where we go will be determined by the members of our group. Sybil Eberhart,
summer Assistant Chaplain, will be your guide for this one hour walk. “This is my Father’s World…!”
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MONDAY, JULY 16 (continued)
10:00 am THE PRODIGAL SON: You are invited to Dannen Library in the Legett Christian Center to meet with Assistant
Chaplain Kathy Hazelton in an investigation of the story of The Prodigal Son which has fascinated those who have read or heard
the Parable in Luke 15 for centuries. When priest and writer Henri Nouwen encountered Rembrandt’s painting of the son’s return to
his father, it led him on a spiritual journey in which he discovered that “I am the younger son; I am the elder son; and I am on my
way to becoming the father.” Kathy will explore the rich themes of leaving and returning, rebellion and repentance, dutifulness and
resentment, grieving and rejoicing…and unconditional love, based on Nouwen’s book The Return of the Prodigal Son. It is possible
that the story of the Prodigal Son is your story, too.
1:30 pm METAMORPHOSIS: THE BEAUTY AND DESIGN OF BUTTERFLIES: Guests of the Y and staff are invited to
Hyde Chapel to see a most amazing DVD on the life cycle of a butterfly…from egg to a magnificent flying insect. It is a
transformation so incredible, biologists have called it “butterfly magic.” A butterfly’s superbly engineered body has compound eyes
made of thousands of lenses, wings covered with microscopic solar panels, and navigational systems that defy modern technology.
Filmed in the lush rainforests of Ecuador and Mexico’s Transvolcanic Mountains, “Metamorphosis” is an unforgettable documentary
for everyone of all ages. AND it defines a transformation in the life of a human being when God’s love makes us a “new creation.”
The DVD is 60 minutes. Assistant Chaplain Sybil Eberhart will facilitate the program and discussion afterward
5:30-6:30 pm MULTI-LEVEL YOGA: Meets in Legett Youth Building. See Saturday for description.
7:00 pm FAMILY HAYRIDE: Join the livery staff for a fun, one-and-a-half-hour horse-drawn hayride which includes
marshmallows. Cost is $20 per person; children 3 and under free. Sign up and meet at the Livery. Call Ext 1140 or 1149.
7:00-8:00 pm SENIOR YOGA: Join Yoga instructor Laura Collins in Legett Youth Building. This class will not do downward
dog or any fast up and down movements. Some poses will be taught standing, using a wall when necessary, or sitting on a yoga
block or the floor. We avoid lunges and up/down movements that are challenging for the aging body. Class begins with a discussion
of what students are looking for and their abilities/ needs; class ends with a deep relaxation, breathing exercise and brief meditation
to encourage a calm and integrated body, mind, and spirit. Bring a mat if you have one. Limited number of mats available.
7:30 pm SERIOUS FUN: Bett Kopit has blazed a path of happy audiences around the country! Her performances guarantee a
rockin’ good time, as well as countless heartwarming and inspiring moments. You’ll be singing her songs with your family for the
rest of your vacation! Her enthusiasm is a delight. Don’t miss it! “We laughed until we cried! We skipped out singing!” (Seattle
Times). Bett’s wonderful CDs, which will extend your vacation with laughter and song, will be available after the program. Meet in
the Auditorium of the Hempel Family Program Building.
8:00-10:00 pm TEEN NIGHT: Open to 13-18 year olds. Meet at the Administration Building Porch for games and pizza night.
Bring $5 for pizza.
TUESDAY, JULY 17
7:30-8:30 am MULTI-LEVEL YOGA: Meets in Hempel Auditorium. See Saturday for description.
8:30-9:30 am BREAKFAST at the Lula W. Dorsey Museum: All members and guests of the YMCA of the Rockies – YOU
ARE INVITED for a continental breakfast, prize drawings and fellowship in the front yard of the Museum! Kent Meyer, President/
CEO; Gary Van Horn, Estes Park Center Director; and other members of the YMCA of the Rockies’ Executive Leadership Team
will be there to visit with you. We’ll answer YOUR questions. We hope you’ll share your personal Y story with us! We will have a
brief program to update you on Association news!
8:00am-12:30 pm FAMILY FUN FISHING TRIP: Bring the whole family out for this fun fishing adventure. All ages welcome!
Adults will learn all they can about the art of fly fishing while kids 12 and under will be pampered with spinning rods, snacks, and
wading in the water adventure. Cost: $60 for 1 parent and 1 child ($25 for each additional person.) To sign up, call Sasquatch Fly
Fishing in Sweet Memorial Building Ext 1153.
10:00 am-12 noon FAMILY HISTORY/MEMOIR WRITING WORK SHOP: Maude Jellison Library. Upper level. Please
note: This workshop is limited to 15 participants. Give the gift of history…share collected stories and photos from your family’s
history, those Famous family recipes that everyone reminisces about or all of Great Grandma’s poetry. Find out how to turn your
writings, photos and treasured memories into a book that future generations will treasure. Topics include: how-to compile family
stories, essays or recipes; themes to cover; vintage photo handling; design and layout of your book and general printing options and
costs. Call Ext 1133 to sign up as participation will be limited!
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TUESDAY, JULY 17 (continued)
2:00 pm THE BEST OF THE ANDY GRIFFITH SHOW: Do you remember Mayberry RFD, Aunt Bea, Opie, Barney and
Sheriff Andy Taylor? Do you remember how TV used to be—funny, simple, in black and white, and had a moral? Then you will
want to be in HYDE CHAPEL to see “Class Reunion” which aired on February 4, 1963! While moving an old trunk, Andy and
Barney discover a copy of their high school class’s yearbook. They decide to organize a class reunion and many people respond and
the event is a success. While at the reunion, many memories are stirred and some relationships once again emerge. The lesson points
are cooperation, pride, friendship and contentment. Dave Eberhart is your host. After the viewing, he will lead a discussion on the
implications of the show. Come ready to enjoy and to remember the life of Andy Griffith.
2:00 pm FOR THE GOOD LIFE: Maude Jellison Library, upper level. How easy it is to offer love, support and comfort when
a new life comes into our world! However, when life (our own or the life of one we love) begins to fade and we experience eventual
decline, it’s not a joyous life event that is so joyously embraced. Join us as we look at life in its final stages and how we can offer
love, support and comfort to our loved ones when the end of life approaches as well. Members of the Estes Park Medical Center’s
Hospice team will help us take a comforting and compassionate look at the reality we all eventually face.
6:00-7:00 pm HIGH ALTITUDE SICKNESS: Maude Jellison Library, upper level. Dr. Sean Murphy from the Timberline
Medical Clinic will advise us on how to adjust to the new altitude, as well as how to know the signs and symptoms of high altitude
sickness. It is possible for your susceptibility to altitude sickness to change from one year to the next. Whether hiking in the back
country or touring Rocky Mountain National Park in your car, he will offer a few simple precautions on how to stay hydrated, to
make your stay in the mountains a pleasant one!
7:00 pm DEALING WITH DEATH AND LOSS: Just as we prepare for any of life’s stages, many of us are thinking ahead to
life’s final stage. Others may be journeying with loved ones who are ill or dying. In the final session of this 5-week series, we will
talk about living wills and directives, forms of tangible and intangible gifts one can leave to others, and planning funeral or memorial
services. Join Assistant Chaplain Kathy Hazelton in Dannen Library (Legett Christian Center) as she facilitates this session.
7:30 pm SUMMERFEST PRESENTS: Jubilant Bridge in Hempel Family Program Building. Pure-voiced poet Carol Alstine
and dulcimer wizard Willie Jaeger weave their voices and instruments into “musical and lyrical tapestries that can be surprisingly
deep and poetic” (Victory Music Review). Double finalist for Best Group/Duo in the 7 th Annual International Acoustic Music
Awards for two songs from their CD “Power Lines,” Jubilant Bridge has performed for many years for Summerfest. Their show will
feature their compelling originals, unexpected covers, intricate harmonies and arrangements, and innovative dulcimer.
8:00-10:00 pm RINGSIDE FUN: All teens are invited to join Assistant Chaplain Adam Johnson and the Outpost/Adventure staff
for some “Ringside Fun.” We will meet on the Porch of the Administration Building and walk over to an unoccupied fire ring as a
group to enjoy some guitar, games, stories, songs and more! A safe, fun, and welcoming environment will be provided.
WEDNESDAY, JULY 18
10:15-11:15 am YOGA IN THE CHAIR! YOGA ANYWHERE! Laura Collins teaches easy yoga poses and stretches that you
can do anywhere…at your desk or even on an airplane! Learn the health benefits of yoga, simple ways to help eliminate stress in
your life and energizing ideas to help you and your family embrace a healthier lifestyle. Meets in the Maude Jellison Library.
1:00 pm WHO IS THIS MAN WHO HAS THE POWER TO CHANGE LIVES? Come to Dannen Library in the Legett
Christian Center as Dick Thompson, Assistant Chaplain, continues a personal series called “Who Is This Man Who Has the Power to
Change Lives?” Today you will spend time with “Judas” as portrayed by Dr. Dick Stenbakken. A short DVD presentation will
acquaint you with the Apostle who was so close to Jesus but betrayed Him. Then you will study the nature of the power that resides
in Jesus Christ to change anyone and everyone.
2:00 pm THREE STEPS AWAY FROM MILLIONS: Maude Jellison Library, upper level. Financial writer, Bill Marshall will
show you in three steps, how to help your child, teen or grandchild become a millionaire for less than $4.50 a day. As kids begin this
financial journey, they need your help in creating an environment of mutual support and a healthy exchange of ideas.
3:00-4:00 pm WHEN GOD’S SPIRIT MOVES: Guests and staff are invited to Dannen Library in the Legett Christian Center to
see a portion of the DVD series by Jim Cymbala from the Brooklyn Tabernacle. The issue before the group will be: How can a life
lived in the Presence of the Spirit transform the Church and the world? This class will deal with how we, as Christians and Disciples,
can unleash the power of God in our communities and the world. Assistant Chaplain Barb Thompson is your leader.
4:30-8:30 pm FAMILY FUN FISHING COOKOUT: New! Join us for an evening of fishing and BBQ. All ages welcome; adults
will fly fish while children under 12 will spin fish. Includes a full BBQ dinner (with s’mores for dessert!) Cost: $70 for
1 parent and 1 child ($30 for each additional person.) To sign up, call Sasquatch Fly Fishing in Sweet Memorial Building Ext 1153.
5:30-9:00 pm WILD & WONDERFUL: Finding your way. A presentation by Tom Dewitz in Dannen Chapel. This exciting
session will focus on the problem that every hiker seeks to avoid: getting lost in the woods. This class’ purpose will be to investigate
what to do when lost in the woods.
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WEDNESDAY, JULY 18 (continued)
7:00 pm EVENING VESPERS: The YMCA of the Rockies Chapel Program invites you to The Sara Smith Outdoor Chapel
(close to the Livery) to be a part of this informal outdoor worship service in the beauty of the Rocky Mountains (approx. 30-45 min).
We will partake in the sacrament of Holy Communion, spend time in silent prayer and join our hearts in worship with guitar.
Assistant Chaplain Adam Johnson will lead the service including a brief Bible-based message geared towards staff and guests alike
through the Gospel of John. Come all, to be refreshed and re-center our lives back to our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.
7:00 pm SING-A-LONG WITH COWBOY BRAD: Join local singer/songwriter/guitarist Cowboy Brad at the wonderful Outdoor
Amphitheater by Upper Cookout for songs and fun for the whole family! In case of inclement weather, the program will move to
the Upper Cookout pavilion.
7:00 pm IRON THUMB: The history of the Mountain Men, the first Americans to come into the Estes Park area, in search of furs
and adventure, in performance with "Iron Thumb." Join Iron Thumb at the Main Fire Ring in front of the Administration Building.
In case of inclement weather, the program will move to the Legett Youth Building.
7:30-9:30 pm 37th ANNUAL ROBERT M. LAWRENCE BURNING ISSUES LECTURE SERIES: continues in Hempel
Family Program Building. The Perilous State of Christians and Christianity in the Islamic World presented by James E. Lindsay.
James E. Lindsay is Associate Professor of History at Colorado State University. His research and teaching focus on the history of
Ancient Israel as well as Islamic/Middle East history. His publications include Daily Life in the Medieval Islamic World (2005),
Historical Dimensions of Islam (with Jon Armajani, 2009), and The Intensification and Reorientation of Sunni Jihad Ideology in the
Crusader Period (with Suleiman A. Mourad, 2012).
8:00-10:00 pm TEEN NIGHT: Open to 13-18 year olds. Meet at the Administration Building Porch for Night Games or a
Scavenger Hunt.
THURSDAY, JULY 19
7:30-8:30 am MULTI-LEVEL YOGA: Meets in Hempel Auditorium. See Saturday for description.
8:30 am-12:30 pm FAMILY FUN FISHING TRIP: See Tuesday description for details. To sign up, call Sasquatch Fly Fishing in
Sweet Memorial Building Ext 1153
9:20 am Y-WALKABOUT: Everyone is invited to gather inside Hyde Chapel at 9:20 a.m. so that we can leave at 9:30. Assistant
Chaplain Dave Eberhart will be your guide. Please see the Monday description for details.
10:00 am AMISH GRACE: Everyone is invited to Dannen Library to spend time with Assistant Chaplain Dick Thompson, who
lives in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, and has first-hand knowledge of the Amish people. Matthew 6:15 says, “But if you do not
forgive men their trespasses, neither will your Father forgive your trespasses.” What can we and members of all denominations learn
about forgiveness based on the incredible Amish ability to forgive. We will learn about Amish Faith and their daily life and culture.
1:00 pm PRAISING THE GOD OF GRACE: Everyone, staff and guests, is invited to the LCC and to Dannen Library as Barb
Thompson, Assistant Chaplain, continues this series which is based on the book of the same title. This intriguing and historical series
traces the Theology of Charles Wesley through many of his great and endearing hymns. This fifth session will focus on The Lord’s
Supper” and will feature the hymn “O The Depth of Love Divine.” You will dig into this hymn and discover why it was written
and what it can mean for you today.
3:00 pm JOHN MUIR IN THE NEW WORLD: Guests of the Y and staffers are invited to Hyde Chapel to see a most inspiring
and beautiful DVD on the life-long adventures of John Muir, America’s first nature preservationist. Come, be refreshed and see life
through his eyes. “Everybody needs beauty as well as bread, places to play in and pray in, where nature may heal and give strength
to body and soul,” he said. Along with Teddy Roosevelt, Muir is credited with founding our National Parks system. The son of a
harsh Presbyterian pastor, he memorized the entire New Testament and most of the Old, but after leaving home, he seldom went to
church again. At the same time, he maintained a deeply meaningful relationship with God, a relationship that guided his whole life.
Shot in high definition in the spectacular landscapes that shaped Muir, this 85 minute video was featured on PBS American Masters
and received national acclaim. Gates Vrooman, Assistant Chaplain will facilitate the program and discussion.
3:00 pm THEOLOGIES OF RELIGION: Meets in Maude Jellison Library, upper level. The growing pluralistic nature of our
society presses the question as to how we understand the Christian’s confession that Jesus is “the way, the truth, and the life” in light
of the truth claims of other religious traditions. Otto Zingg, retired Presbyterian Teaching Elder and summer volunteer at the Lula
W. Dorsey Museum, will review this book by Professor Paul Knitter, who lays out several different theological positions on this
issue. Join us for what should prove to be a lively discussion.
5:30-6:30 pm MULTI-LEVEL YOGA for staff and volunteers: Meets fireside Twin Sisters. See Saturday for description.
6:00 pm COMMON CENTS COUNTS: Maude Jellison Library, upper level. This seminar will help you understand money
management, help improve your own financial literacy and plan for your future. The 4th of this five part series, Common
Investment Types, explores three widely available core financial investment categories: stock, bonds or cash equivalents. Please call
Ext 1133 to reserve your spot. Materials will be provided.
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THURSDAY, JULY 19 (continued)
7:00 pm BIBLE STUDY “THE SERMON ON THE MOUNT”: Assistant Chaplain Rev. Gates Vrooman will lead this summary
of the teachings of Jesus in Dannen Library which is downstairs in the Legett Christian Center. The Sermon on the Mount
(Matthew chapters 5-7), is undoubtedly the most widely known collection of Jesus’ teachings. From the time Jesus first uttered these
words up to the present day, people from all backgrounds and traditions have been galvanized by the potent expression of the moral
and ethical life. In tonight’s session we will focus on The Lord’s Prayer and the issue of Trust; and we will talk about ways this
prayer guides our own prayer life. Designed for Senior Staff at the Y but definitely open to everyone, we will begin by reading and
discussing Matthew 6:1-6 and 6:16-24.
7:30 pm SUMMERFEST PRESENTS: Windy Peak in Hempel Family Program Building.
7:30-8:30 pm FAMILY EXTRAVAGANZA: Come hang out with the Outpost Camp kids and the Outpost and Family Program
staff at the Amphitheatre for an hour of fun camp songs and skits. Open to all ages.
8:00-10:00 pm TEEN SWIM NIGHT: Open to 13-18 year olds. Meet at the Swimming Pool.
FRIDAY, JULY 20
2:00 pm READ AND REMEMBER: Children’s Story Hour in the Maude Jellison Library lower level. The theme for today:
Pirates. Yo Ho and blow the man down!
4:00-5:00 pm YAPPY HOUR: Join us in Maude Jellison Library outside lower level. A Rocky Mountain National Park Ranger
will be at this event to answer any questions you may have about dogs in the park and also discuss some dog-friendly places to visit
around Estes Park and the National Forest. This pet-friendly event also offers our visiting furry friends an opportunity to “meet and
greet” other pet guests and enjoy our weekly pooch program. Doggy drinks (AKA pooch punch) and Yappetizers will be served to
all pets in attendance!
7:00 pm SUMMER CHRISTIAN CONCERT SERIES: Everyone is invited over to HYDE CHAPEL to hear a heart-warming
and inspiring concert with Sherri Farmer who is a remarkable and gifted Gospel singer. Sherry has shared her talents with us for
many years and her soothing voice is like that of an angel. She tours nationally singing a mix of Southern Gospel, Country Gospel,
and Bluegrass. Sherri has a voice that you will remember because she has a commitment to sing for the Lord. Sherry will have CDs
available for sale after her concert and there will be an Offering of Appreciation available when we conclude.
PROGRAM
BULLETIN
Recreational
Facilities
and Equipment
YMCA of the Rockies
Jul Jun
13-20,
1-8,2012
2012
Craft and Design Center Ext 1132
Fri 13
Sat 14
Sun 15
Mon 16
Tue 17
Wed 18
Thu 19
Fri 20
9am-6pm
9am-6pm
9am-6pm
9am-6pm
11am-6pm
9am-6pm
9am-6pm
9am-6pm
Children age 12 & under must be accompanied by an adult while at the Craft and Design Center.
Lula W. Dorsey Museum Ext 1136
Fri 13
Sat 14
Sun 15
Mon 16
Tue 17
Wed 18
Thu 19
Fri 20
9am-5pm
9am-5pm
9am-5pm
9am-5pm
9am-5pm
9am-5pm
9am-5pm
9am-5pm
Maude Jellison Library Ext 1133
Fri 13
Sat 14
Sun 15
Mon 16
Tue 17
Wed 18
Thu 19
Fri 20
10am-5pm
6-8pm
10am-5pm
6-8pm
Closed
10am-5pm
6-8pm
10am-5pm
6-8pm
10am-5pm
6-8pm
10am-5pm
6-8pm
10am-5pm
6-8pm
Miniature Golf Ext 1134 Come play on the new courses! 9-hole course for kids and 18-hole course for everyone.
Equipment is available at the club house. No deposit required for mini golf equipment.
Fri 13
Sat 14
Sun 15
Mon 16
Tue 17
Wed 18
10am-9:45pm
9am-9:45pm
9am-9:45pm
10am-9:45pm
10am-9:45pm
10am-9:45pm
Thu 19
Fri 20
10am-9:45pm 10am-9:45pm
Skate Park
Fri 13
Sat 14
Sun 15
Mon 16
Tue 17
1-4:30pm
1-4:30pm
1-4:30pm
1-4:30pm
1-4:30pm
5:30-8:30pm 5:30-8:30pm 5:30-8:30pm 5:30-8:30pm 5:30-8:30pm
Wed 18
Thu 19
Fri 20
1-4:30pm
5:30-8:30pm
1-4:30pm
5:30-8:30pm
1-4:30pm
5:30-8:30pm
Tennis Ext 1134 Equipment available, with deposit, at the club house. You can make reservations at the clubhouse,
however, reservations are not needed to play. The court is first come, first served.
Fri 13
Sat 14
Sun 15
Mon 16
Tue 17
Wed 18
Thu 19
Fri 20
9am-Sunset
9am-Sunset
9am-Sunset
9am-Sunset
9am-Sunset
9am-Sunset
9am-Sunset
9am-5pm
Outdoor and Game Room Equipment Ext 1104—Basketballs, discs for disc golf, etc. for playing outside
may be checked out at Sweet Memorial Building. A cash deposit of $10 is required when checking out equipment at
Sweet. Cash deposits are also required for game room equipment. Horseshoe pits with horseshoes are available at all
family gathering areas.
YMCA of the Rockies
Recreational Facilities and Equipment
Jul 13-20, 2012
Swimming Pool Schedule Ext 1135
Lap Swim
Water
Exercise
Hydr02ga
Open
Swim
Fri 13
Sat 14
Sun 15
Mon 16
Tue 17
Wed 18
Thu 19
Fri 20
6-7:55am
5-6:20pm
6-9am
5-6:20pm
6-9am
5-6:20pm
6-7:50am
5-6:20pm
6-7:50am
5-6:20pm
6-9am
5-6:20pm
6-7:50am
4-5:20 pm
6-7:50am
5-6:20pm
8-9am
8-9am
8–9am
8-9am
5:30-8:30pm
Teens Only:
8:30-10pm
1:30-4:50pm
6:30-10pm
8-9am
8-9am
1:30-5pm 9am-12:30pm 9am-12:30pm 2:30-4:50pm 1:30-4:50pm
6:30-10pm 1:30-4:50pm 1:30-4:50pm 6:30-10pm
6:30-10pm
6:30-10pm
6:30-10pm
1:30-4:50pm
ATTENTION MEMBERS AND VISITING GUESTS: Video recorders, cameras, cell phones and any other visual recording
devices are not allowed within this YMCA swimming pool without permission from the CEO. Thank you for your cooperation.
Please note:
Please bring membership card, room key, room charge card, meal card or day pass to pool to gain entry.
You will be asked to take a soap shower before entering the pool; we do enforce the Colorado Health Code
Children 5 years old and younger must be accompanied in the water by a person 13 years or older.
Children 6-12 years old must take a lifeguard administered swim test to use the deep end and slide or wear a lifejacket.
Life jackets are provided. We do not permit water wings.
Children wearing lifejackets must be within arm’s reach of an adult at all times.
During open swims there will be a 10-minute rest period every hour as needed.
All ages are welcome to lap swim, however, all swimmers must be continuously swimming.
The pool schedule changes weekly; be sure to check the schedule at the pool or online before planning your swim time.
The pool schedule may be altered as staffing changes. We post these changes as soon as possible to avoid any inconvenience.
The pool may close temporarily due to lightning; please call Sweet Memorial Ext 1104 to determine when the pool is reopened.
Maximum capacity of the pool building is 100 swimmers.
The YMCA of the Rockies holds to a 20 swimmer to 1 lifeguard ratio. Because of this you may be asked to wait to enter the
pool area during busy times. Thanks for your understanding.
Towels are provided at the pool. One towel per swimmer please.
DAY PASSES:
Day passes are $15 per person. Anyone who is not staying at YMCA of the Rockies or is not a member
of the Y must buy a day pass to use our recreation facilities and participate in our programming.
SUPPORTING
OUR
TROOPS
Our mission is to provide a rejuvenating family experience for 623 military
families in 2012 through our Military Getaway Package.
The Military Getaway Package is used by families that are facing deployment
or reconnecting after returning home from active duty. The YMCA of the
Rockies is committed to being a place where families can create life-long
memories.
HOW CAN I “JOIN IN” ON MISSION 623?
Tell servicemen and women about the Military Getaway Package at the YMCA of the Rockies
Share Mission623.org with your friends and family through social media like Facebook and Twitter
Support a military family by making a charitable contribution to Mission 623
YOUR GIFT RECONNECTS MILITARY FAMILIES WITH
2 nights of family bonding in our lodges
6 family meals shared together
Hundreds of free and affordable family activities on property
HOW CAN I GIVE TO MISSION 623?
Make a donation at checkout
Give on-line at mission623.org
Visit Mission623.org, print off a Mission
623 Pledge Card and mail it to:
YMCA of the Rockies
PO Box 20800
Estes Park, CO 80511
For more information on how you can get involved with Mission 623, contact Tera Henrich, Annual Giving
Director at [email protected] or 877-626-6968 or dial extension 6019. Please help support
our troops!
YMCA BIKE
SHACK
RENTALS & RIDES
MOUNTAIN BIKE HARD TAILS
1 HOUR $9
2 HOURS $16
4 HOURS $25
TANDEM
1 HOUR $12
ROAD BIKES
Specialized Roubaix
1 DAY $39
2 DAYS $65
3 DAYS $80
4 DAYS + $10 / DAY
6 HOURS $65
24 HOURS $85
ROAD BIKES
Specialized Allez & Secteur
MOUNTAIN BIKES
Full Suspension
KIDS TRAILER /TAG-A-LONG
1 HOUR $8
2 HOURS $10
4 HOURS $15
1 HOUR $16
2 HOURS $30
4 HOURS $40
1 DAY $25
2 DAYS $40
3 DAYS $50
4 DAYS + $8 / DAY
1 DAY $55
2 DAYS $75
3 DAYS $95
4 DAYS + $15 / DAY
Guides available for backcountry Mountain Biking !!
Daily downhill bike tours in Rocky Mountain National Park and North Fork Canyon.
We offer a free shuttle 1/2 hour prior to all rides to our main shop in town for all downhill tours from the Y.
970-301-0362
www.newventurecycling.com
*Located behind the Sweet Memorial building and swimming pool, next to the First Aid cabin.
JACKSON STABLES, INC.
SUMMER 2012
Estes Park Center
YMCA of the ROCKIES LIVERY
LIVERY OFFICE HOURS:
Daily- 7:15 am-6:00 pm
Phone- (970) 586-3341, ext. 1140 or 1149
RATES:
(per person)
$37 1 hour ride
$52 2 hour ride
$67 3 hour ride
$77 4 hour ride
$87 5 hour ride
$135 All Day ride
(Dial only the ext. if on grounds)
Deer Meadows/Glacier Basin
Moraine Park /Emerald Mtn.
Cub Canyon/Beaver Meadows/
East Portal/Mill Creek
Wind River
Bierstadt Lake
Fern-Odessa/Deer Mountain
**A portion of your RMNP ride fee is being used for horse trail maintenance.**
SUNDAY
7:40 am 5 hr Bierstadt Lake
8:00 am 2 hr Moraine Park
8:20 am 2 hr Moraine Park
8:40 am 3 hr Mill Creek
9:00 am 1 hr Deer Meadows
10:30 am 1 hr Deer Meadows
10:45 am 1 hr Glacier Basin
12:40 pm 4 hr Wind River
1:00 pm 2 hr Emerald Mountain
1:20 pm 2 hr Moraine Park
1:40 pm 3 hr Cub Canyon
2:00 pm 1 hr Deer Meadows
3:15 pm 2 hr Moraine Park
3:45 pm 1 hr Deer Meadows
4:15pm 1 hr Glacier Basin
WEDNESDAY
7:40 am 4 hr Wind River
8:00 am 2 hr Moraine Park
8:20 am 2 hr Moraine Park
8:40 am 3 hr Mill Creek
9:00 am 1 hr Deer Meadows
10:30 am 1 hr Glacier Basin
10:45 am 1 hr Deer Meadow
12:40 pm 1 hr Glacier Basin
1:00 pm 2 hr Moraine Park
1:20 pm 2 hr Moraine Park
1:40 pm 3 hr East Portal
2:00 pm 1 hr Deer Meadows
3:15 pm 2 hr Moraine Park
3:45 pm 1 hr Glacier Basin
4:15pm 1hr Deer Meadows
7:40 am
8:00 am
8:20 am
8:40 am
9:00 am
10:30 am
10:45 am
1:00 pm
1:20 pm
1:40 pm
2:00 pm
3:15 pm
3:45 pm
4:15 pm
MONDAY
4 hr Wind River
2 hr Emerald Mtn.
2 hr Moraine Park
3 hr Cub Canyon
1 hr Deer Meadows
1 hr Deer Meadows
1 hr Glacier Basin
2 hr Moraine Park
2 hr Moraine Park
3 hr Mill Creek
1 hr Deer Meadows
2 hr Moraine Park
1 hr Glacier Basin
1 hr Deer Meadows
THURSDAY
7:40 am All Day Ride
8:00 am 2 hr Emerald Mtn.
8:20 am 2 hr Moraine Park
8:40 am 3 hr Beaver Mdws.
9:00 am 1 hr Glacier Basin
10:30 am 1 hr Deer Mdws.
10:45 am 1 hr Glacier Basin
1:00 pm 2 hr Emerald Mtn.
1:20 pm 2hr Moraine Park
1:40 pm 3 hr Cub Canyon
2:00 pm 1 hr Deer Mdws.
3:15 pm 2 hr Moraine Park
3:45 pm 1 hr Glacier Basin
4:15 pm 1 hr Deer Mdws.
8:00 am
8:20 am
8:40 am
9:00 am
10:30 am
10:45 am
1:00 pm
1:20 pm
1:40 pm
2:00 pm
3:15 pm
3:45 pm
4:15 pm
FRIDAY
7:40 am 4 hr Wind River
8:00 am 2 hr Emerald Mtn.
8:20 am 2 hr Moraine Park
8:40 am 3 hr Cub Canyon
9:00 am 1 hr Glacier Basin
10:30 am 1 hr Deer Mdws.
10:45 am 1 hr Glacier Basin
1:00 pm 2 hr Moraine Park
1:20 pm 2 hr Moraine Park
1:40 pm 3 hr Mill Creek
2:00 pm 1 hr Deer Mdws.
3:15 pm 2 hr Moraine Park
3:45 pm 1 hr Deer Mdws.
4:15 pm 1 hr Glacier Basin
TUESDAY
2 hr Emerald Mtn
2 hr Moraine Park
3 hr Beaver Meadows
1 hr Glacier Basin
1 hr Deer Meadows
1 hr Glacier Basin
2 hr Emerald Mtn.
2 hr Moraine Park
3 hr Cub Canyon
1 hr Glacier Basin
2 hr Moraine Park
1 hr Deer Meadows
1 hr Glacier Basin
SATURDAY
7:40 am 5 hr Bierstadt Lake
8:00 am 2hr Emerald Mtn.
8:20 am 2 hr Moraine Park
8:40 am 3 hr Beaver Mdws.
9:00 am 1 hr Deer Mdws.
10:30 am 1 hr Glacier Basin
10:45 am 1 hr Deer Mdws.
12:45 pm 1 hr Deer Mdws
1:00 pm 2 hr Moraine Park
1:20 pm 2 hr Moraine Park
1:40 pm 3 hr East Portal
2:00 pm 1 hr Deer Mdws.
3:15 pm 2 hr Moraine Park
3:45 pm 1 hr Glacier Basin
4:15 pm 1 hr Deer Mdws.
SATURDAY EVENINGS – 5:00pm FAMILY HAYRIDE/WEINER ROAST $30 per person
*Family hayrides with marshmallow roasts are offered during the
week. Please call for dates and times.
Breakfast Rides are available for groups with a minimum of 25 people to a
maximum of 50 people. RESERVATIONS REQUIRED.
HORSE RIDING TRAIL INFORMATION
JACKSON STABLES, INC., YMCA of the Rockies Livery, is authorized by the National Park Service,
Department of the Interior to serve the public in Rocky Mountain National Park. All of the horseback rides
are guided trail rides into RMNP, and on YMCA property. Reservations are required - call ext. 1140 or 1149
during office hours ONLY. Below you will find a brief description of the rides we offer. We REQUIRE
children age 6 and up to ride their own horse.
PONY RIDES: The livery is proud to offer the “Minnie Mouse Pony Trail.” Reservations are recommended
and are for children 5 years old and younger. There is a 50 lb. weight limit for the ponies. Sign up by phone
or in the Livery Office. Cost: $15.00 per child. Available times: Daily: 8:30am-11:25am/1:00-4:45pm.
*Please note: Day Camp children use the Pony Trail between 9:30-11:00 a.m. on Tuesdays and Thursdays, mid-June through mid-August. This is usually a very busy time.
DEER MEADOWS: A 1-hour trail ride that follows Glacier Creek to the Wind River area. We consider this
a beginner level ride, appropriate for children and first time riders.
GLACIER BASIN: This 1-hour trail ride heads west along mildly steep terrain, up Glacier Basin. This ride
does some climbing, while looking down on Glacier Creek and a small waterfall. The ride offers spectacular
views of the Front Range, including Longs Peak, at the top. This trail is appropriate for riders of all ages.
MORAINE PARK: This 2-hour family ride, our most popular, takes you across bridges over Glacier Creek
and the Big Thompson River into Moraine Park—a glacial moraine full of wildflowers and grand views of the
Continental Divide. Wildlife is almost always a certainty to be observed and makes this even a more pleasurable ride.
EMERALD MOUNTAIN: This 2-hour loop begins on the Glacier Basin Trail and takes you through beautiful aspens while leading you around Emerald Mountain. The trail travels past the East Portal of the Adams
Tunnel before returning along the Aspenbrook Trail. This ride includes many terrains and a variety of views.
3-HOUR RIDE TO BEAVER MEADOWS, CUB CANYON, EAST PORTAL or MILL CREEK: A true
horseback riding experience! These rides take you deeper into the aesthetic and scenic values offered in
RMNP, each providing a different view of forests, meadows, wildflowers, rivers and the Continental Divide.
These rides offer a better opportunity to spot the many varieties of wildlife, and a short rest break is provided
about half-way through. These longer rides are designed to include some trotting, but it is not guaranteed.
4-HOUR RIDE TO WIND RIVER: This trip takes you climbing west along Glacier Basin, then heads south
along Wind River where the wild flowers are abundant. There is a short rest break about half way through the
ride nestled along Wind River.
5-HOUR RIDE TO BIERSTADT LAKE: This ride makes a continuous loop beginning in the lower Mill
Creek area, on the way to the summit of the Bierstadt Lake shores, and returns through Glacier Basin. Expect
fantastic views of Longs Peak and a variety of sceneries not seen from our other rides. (This ride is not designed for first time riders.)
ALL-DAY RIDE: This ride is designed for the seasoned horseback rider and takes you further into the rugged back country of RMNP. The destination varies depending on the time of year and trails that are open, or
closed, due to impassable snow conditions. However, the ride does promise to be the highest altitude obtainable, providing the grandest of scenic mountain views.
HAYRIDES: Private and Open horse-drawn hayrides are available throughout the summer. Cost is $20.00
per person. Kids 3 years old and under are free. Each hayride lasts approximately 1½ hours and includes a
campfire and marshmallow roast. A family favorite! Call the YMCA Livery (ext. 1140) for scheduling and
additional information. Group rates are available with advanced contract and deposit.
New to the YMCA of the Rockies for 2012!
Enjoy a Therapeutic Massage
In A Serene Mountain Cabin
Oak Cabin on Friendship Lane
[email protected]
303-448-1616 ext 4101
www.homegrownyoga.com
Homegrown Yoga & Massage offers state-of-the-art massage therapy services in a serene mountain cabin
located conveniently on the grounds of the YMCA of the Rockies Estes Park Center.
Come relax and rejuvenate your body, mind, and spirit!
The therapeutic and health promoting benefits of massage are many. Come after one of your many activities here in the
Rocky Mountains or just to release the cares of the world. The best in relaxing and therapeutic
massage services are available at an affordable price:
30 min
$40
perfect for achy feet or a great neck and back massage
60 min
$70
perfect for full body massage focusing on relaxation and health promotion
(4) 60 min
$250
four-60 min massages purchased at the same time
90 min
$100
allows additional time to focus on a certain pain issue
120 min
$135
perfect for a full body massage with a focus on certain pain issues and/or
multiple massage modalities
Homegrown Signature Massage: An integrative, health promoting massage, custom designed to meet your body’s
needs. Sure to leave you feeling relaxed, renewed and in touch with your very best. (Uses Swedish, deep tissue,
shiatsu, assisted stretching as you request or your body needs.)
Hot Stone Massage: Heated basalt stones are placed on specific areas of the body and glided along major muscle
groups using warm massage oil. This treatment eases muscle aches and tightness and is deeply relaxing and
nurturing. (Add $10 to rate.)
Hikers Feet: This soothing foot treatment starts off with a warm paraffin wax, followed by lymphatic drainage, a
foot and ankle massage, including reflexology or precise thumb pressure points on certain areas of the feet and
ankles to restore health and relieve tension. “Hikers feet heaven”! (Add $5 to rate.)
For more information or to schedule your appointment:
Call: 303-448-1616 Ext 4101 or just Ext. 4101 if on a YMCA phone.
Stop by: Oak Cabin on Friendship Lane.
If Laura, the Licensed Massage Therapist, is in a session or not there, you can find the schedule binder on the porch
24 hours a day, 7 days a week, where you can conveniently select an available time and day that works for you.
We’ll call to confirm.
[email protected]
303-448-1616 Ext 4101
www.homegrownyoga.com
Fly Fishing Trips
With
Sasquatch FlyFishing Adventures
Weekly Trips
Sun 15
½ Day
Evening
Experience
Trip
(includes BBQ
cookout dinner)
4:00-9:00pm
Mon 16
3/4 Day
PRIVATE
LAKES
Wed 18
Overnight
Fishing Trip!
7:30 am
(Returns Noon Wed)
3/4 Day
Hike N Fish
Afternoon
with Alex
7:30am-2:30pm
3:00-8:30pm
Family Fun
Fly Fishing Trip!
Kids Welcome!
Overnight Gear
checkout
@5:00 pm
8:30am-12:30pm
Tue 17
8:00am-2:30pm
Limit 3 people
Learn to tie flies and
then go out and fish
!
½ Day
Beginner Trip
July 15-21
½ Day
Beginner Trip
8:00am-12:30pm
Early Risers
Trip to Private Lakes
6:00-10:00am
(great new trip!)
Afternoon Big
Thompson Canyon Trip
(limit 2-4!)
12:30–5:30pm
(learn to technical fish a
river!)
All Day
Hike N Fish!
6:30am-6:30pm
(great fishing)
Back Country
River Fishing Trip
7:30am-3:30pm
½ Day
Beginner Trip
½ Day
Beginner Trip
8:30am-12:30pm
8:30am-12:30pm
Evening ½ Day
Family Evening
Cookout
4:30-8:30pm
Evening ½ Day
Trip Rates:
½ Day Trips: $40.00
¾ Day Trips: $55.00
All Day Hike: $55.00
Family Fishing Trip: $60.00
Includes parent & child + all gear!
Backcountry Belly Boat: $75.00
Overnight Fly Fishing: $85.00
gear rental $10.00 as needed.
Afternoon on Big Thompson River :
$70.00/person – limit 2 people per guide
Afternoon with Alex : $100.00/person
Sat 21
Backcountry
Belly Boating
Trip!
7:30am-4:00pm
(includes belly
boat rental!)
Family Fun
Fly Fishing Trip!
8:30am-12:30pm
4:30-9:00pm
Fri 20
8:00am-12:30pm
(come to desk for
more info)
8:00am-12:30pm
(come to desk for
more info)
½ Day
Beginner Trip
Thu 19
Fly Shop Hours
Sunday – Friday
7:30am-5:30 pm
Saturday
7:30am-4:30pm
For more info call:
Ext 1153
½ Day
Beginner Trip
8:30am-12:30pm
½ Day
Beginner Trip
8:30am-12:30pm
4:30-9:00pm
Need Gear For Your Trip?!
Gear is provided for only $5.00!
(This includes rod/reel, chest waders,
and all flies for the trip)
Private Trips:
Available for small or large groups any day!
Stop by our desk for pricing!
RENTAL EQUIPTMENT
Fly Rod Rentals (includes waders): $10.00/day
Spin Rod Rentals: (includes tackle!)$5.00/day
Limit 3 people
Things To Know For Your Trip
You must have someone sign up in person at our Desk (LOCATED INSIDE the Sweet Memorial
Building) for all trips (sign-up sheets come out the Saturday prior to each trip departure.)
All trips have a minimum (2 people) and a maximum (varies) number of participants.
AGE MINIMUM: You must be at least 12 years old to attend a fly fishing outing with Sasquatch Fly
Fishing. Younger participants may not attend without guide approval.
(Exception – Family Fun Fishing Trips, these trips are open to all ages)
A Colorado fishing license must be purchased prior to trip departure. One day licenses are available at
our counter for $9.00/day; Year Resident $26.00 + $5.00 habitat fee;
5 Day Non Resident $21.00 + $5.00 habitat fee; Year Non-Resident $56.00 + $5.00 habitat fee.
NEW: Private Lakes Trip – if going to Sasquatch Fly Fishing’s PRIVATE LAKES a Colorado Fishing
License is NOT required. But a one day “Day Pass” must be purchased at our counter for $10.00.
What to bring: extra clothing (pants, sweatshirt, and socks), raingear (poncho or waterproof jacket),
sunscreen, polarized sunglasses, tip for the guide, and as needed - fishing license, water, lunch/dinner.
Don’t forget your polarized glasses!
We Sell Fishing Licenses!
Every Wednesday from June 27th to August 15th
5:30-9:00 p.m. Meet at the Dannen Chapel.
*Please note: July 3rd is a Tuesday
June 27th: Beaver Ecology & Riparian (Susan Wolf & Nate Potson) – We will
meet to discuss the unique impact that the Beaver has had on the formation of
ecology in a riparian zone and how riparian zones are essential for life in the
Rockies. Dress for a hike.
*July 3rd: Route Orienteering (Roy Powell and Nate Potson) – Learn how to use a
map and compass. Dress for a short hike around YMCA Grounds.
July 11th: Montane Ecosystems & Elk Ecology (Sarah Holdt and Susan Wolf) –
In this session we will explore how Montane Ecosystems function and how Elk
play an integral rule within this system, with special regard to their effects in
Rocky Mountain National Park. Dress for a hike.
July 18th: Finding your way (Tom Dewitz) – This exciting session will focus on
the problem that every hiker seeks to avoid: getting lost in the woods. This class’
purpose will be to investigate what to do when lost in the woods.
July 25th: Subalpine Ecosystems (Nancy Vrooman and Scott Annin) – Learn about
the plants and animals found at 9,500-11,500 feet. Dress for a hike
August 1st: History of RMNP (Nate Potson) – Back by popular demand we will be
exploring the unique history of Rocky Mountain National Park from the formation
of the Rockies to present.
August 8th: Flowers (Clyde McKinney and Maggie Luck) – Join us for a two-hour
walk on the YMCA grounds to see what flowers are blooming. View photos of
other common flowers found in the RMNP area. Learn ways to identify flowers.
August 15th: Alpine Ecosystems (Pete Sinnott & Maggie Luck) – We’ll explore
this Lilliputian land and enjoy a sunset at timberline. Dress for high altitude.
YMCA Hiking Program Schedule
Date
Program Name
Time
Total
Miles
Elev
Gain
High
Point
1930
10900
Grade Terrain
Hike
Master(s)
Friday, July 13, 2012
Daily Hike - Designed to be destination-based, return time may vary
Sky Pond
7:30 AM - 3:30 PM
8.4
E
E
Keith
D
C
Pete
E
Maggie
Scramble up, beside Timberline Falls to two gorgeous, alpine lakes below Taylor Mountain.
Lookout Mountain
7:30 AM - 2:30 PM
5
2350
10715
A loop hike to the prominent highpoint overlooking Wild Basin & the east slope of Mount Meeker.
Grace Falls
8:00 AM - 3:30 PM
7
1130
10260
E
Explore the head of Odessa Gorge & find the narrow waterfall flowing down from the high snowfields.
Cub Lake & The Pool Circuit
8:00 AM - 1:30 PM
6.3
675
8620
F
F
Nancy
Loop hike past aspen woods & beaver ponds to Cub Lake, The Pool, & Arch Rocks.
Moraine Park Nature Walk
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
3
400
8400
G
F
Susan
2.5
50
8010
H
G
Susan
Come and see what there is to discover on this gentle, pretty walk.
YMCA Leave it to Beaver
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
See the new works of these amazing animals, and learn how they've created the meadows of the Rockies
Saturday, July 14, 2012
Daily Hike - Designed to be destination-based, return time may vary
St. Vrain Mountain
6:30 AM - 4:30 PM
9.9
3420
12162
D
E
Richard
F
F
Travis
E
F
Nate
E
Scott
Scenic USFS trail above old Rock Creek Ski area to prominent summit in NE Indian Peaks Wilderness.
Ouzel Falls
7:15 AM - 1:15 PM
5.5
900
9450
Forested trail up North St Vrain river past Calypso Cascades & 1978 fire area to falls .
Ypsilon Lake
8:00 AM - 3:30 PM
8.8
2350
10540
Hike up the alluvial fan & a wooded ridge to a large lake reflecting the Y-couloir on Mount Ypsilon.
Bible Point
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
2
600
8600
G
Hike on YMCA grounds to a high-point overlooking great views of Rocky Mountain National Park.
YMCA Hiking Program Schedule
Sunday, July 15, 2012
Daily Hike - Designed to be destination-based, return time may vary
Odessa & Fern Lakes
7:30 AM - 4:30 PM
9.5
1215
10020
E
E
Keith
10080
F
F
Clyde
H
H
Nancy &
Travis
C
B
Maggie &
Tom
F
E
Nancy
E
E
Scott
Trail from Bear Lake to Fern-Odessa Gorge with views of Grace Falls & Notchtop.
Emerald Lake
8:00 AM - 2:30 PM
3.6
713
Climb smooth trail past Nymph & Dream Lakes to the beautiful lake in Tyndall Gorge.
Hikers Huddle
7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
0
0
0
Come to Hempel Auditorium for a slide show highlighting scenes from our hiking program.
Monday, July 16, 2012
Daily Hike - Designed to be destination-based, return time may vary
Spectacle Lakes
6:00 AM - 4:00 PM
11.5
3450
11360
Exciting scramble up the cascade above Ypsilon Lake to spectacular tarns on Ypsilon's east cirque.
Lake Haiyaha
7:30 AM - 1:30 PM
4
745
10220
A relaxed hike to the alpine lake, guarded by huge boulders and an 800 year-old limber pine.
Joe Mills Mountain
7:45 AM - 3:45 PM
6.6
1603
11078
Some off-trail rock scrambling; stunning views of Fern-Odessa Gorge from the summit.
Beaver Walk to The Pool
8:00 AM - 1:00 PM
3.5
245
8400
G
F
Keith
100
8100
H
H
Roy
10868
F
E
Clyde
11140
D
E
Scott
Visit fabulous new beaver engineering wonders on the way to The Pool.
Orienteering Hike on the YMCA
Grounds
8:15 AM - 11:45 AM
3
Learn map and compass skills, then apply them in a walk around the Y grounds.
Lake Isabelle
8:30 AM - 2:30 PM
4.6
397
Trail from Long Lake to a spectacular view of Indian Peaks with often great flowers.
Tuesday, July 17, 2012
Daily Hike - Designed to be destination-based, return time may vary
Castle Lake
6:00 AM - 4:00 PM
13
2640
A pretty, but seldom-visited, lake SE of Lion Lake #1, named for the distinctive rock in its center.
YMCA Hiking Program Schedule
Diamond Lake
7:00 AM - 3:30 PM
5.8
1270
10960
F
E
Mike
F
E
Nate
G
F
Dave G
E
E
Sarah
Large lake in beautiful cirque, high in Indian Peaks with beautiful flowers & water falls enroute.
Circle of Lakes Hike
7:30 AM - 3:30 PM
8
850
10220
Bear lake area trail past Nymph, Dream, Haiyaha, & Mills Lakes, Glacier & Alberta Falls.
Calypso Cascades
8:15 AM - 1:30 PM
3.6
670
9200
Nature walk through lush woods along the North Saint Vrain river with abundant wild flowers.
Chapin Peak
8:30 AM - 3:15 PM
4.4
1814
12454
Start high, at Chapin Pass, up Fall River Rd, for awesome views from strategic, 12454', Mt Chapin.
Moraine Park Nature Walk
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
3
400
8400
G
F
Susan
2.5
50
8010
H
G
Susan
Come and see what there is to discover on this gentle, pretty walk.
YMCA Leave it to Beaver
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
See the new works of these amazing animals, and learn how they've created the meadows of the Rockies
Wednesday, July 18, 2012
Daily Hike - Designed to be destination-based, return time may vary
Pawnee & Toll Mountains
5:30 AM - 4:30 PM
11
2980
12979
C
C
Ken &
Maggie
E
Nancy
Spectacular loop hike past Lake Isabelle to Pawnee Pass & Toll Horn, then down via Blue & Mitchell L
Black Lake
7:00 AM - 4:00 PM
9.5
1390
10620
E
Spectacular lake in the deep cirque between the east face of McHenry's Peak & Arrowhead Arete.
Dream Lake
7:30 AM - 1:00 PM
2.2
425
9900
G
F
Travis
9786
F
D
Pete
11430
C
C
Tom
Gentle climb on trail past Nymph Lake to a rocky, trout-filled lake in Tyndall Gorge.
Lily Mountain
8:30 AM - 1:00 PM
4
1280
Trail contours north slope of Lily Mtn with rock scramble to summit & great views .
Thursday, July 19, 2012
Daily Hike - Designed to be destination-based, return time may vary
Lake of the Clouds
4:00 AM - 4:30 PM
14.6
2850
Remote, alpine tarn in the spectacular cirque between Cirrus & Howard Peaks in the Never Summer Range
YMCA Hiking Program Schedule
Bluebird Lake
7:00 AM - 4:30 PM
12.7
2800
10978
D
E
Roy
F
F
Keith
9416
G
F
Nancy
10116
E
F
Clyde
Lush forest and flowers along Ouzel Creek up to rocky shelves around the scenic lake.
Photography Hike to Emerald Lake
7:45 AM - 1:30 PM
3.6
713
10080
Glorious morning light for photography, just add lakes and peaks! Or bring breakfast and relax.
Bierstadt Lake
7:45 AM - 1:00 PM
3
566
Trail thru lodgepole pines to world class views from the lake on Bierstadt Moraine.
Finch Lake Circuit
8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
9.8
1890
A Wild Basin loop hike you won't want to miss. Experience lush forests & cascading water.
Sunset on Sundance
5:30 PM - 9:30 PM
1
446
12446
F
E
Travis
5570
13560
A
C
Ken &
Dave G
C
D
Scott &
Tom
F
Maggie
F
Keith
Awesome sunset views from the prominent alpine peak on Trail Ridge.
Friday, July 20, 2012
Daily Hike - Designed to be destination-based, return time may vary
Mummy & Hagues Peaks
2:00 AM - 4:30 PM
19.7
Mummy Range wonderland past Crystal Lakes to "The Saddle", Hagues, & Mummy Mt
War Dance Falls & Bench Lake
5:00 AM - 5:30 PM
15
1610
10150
Bushwhack up Ptramigan Creek to a beautiful hanging valley and remote, alpine lake with good views.
Timber Lake
7:00 AM - 4:30 PM
10.6
2060
11060
E
Woodland trail from Kawaneeche Valley spiraling to the shallow lake, west of Mt Ida & the Divide.
Crosier Mountain
8:00 AM - 3:30 PM
8.1
2090
9250
E
Great early season hike from Glen Haven to historic, Piper Meadows & a summit with expansive views.
Fall River Headwaters
8:30 AM - 2:30 PM
3.5
680
11390
F
E
Sarah
3
400
8400
G
F
Susan
2.5
50
8010
H
G
Susan
Explore seldom visited meadows of upper Willow Park below AVC .
Moraine Park Nature Walk
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Come and see what there is to discover on this gentle, pretty walk.
YMCA Leave it to Beaver
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
See the new works of these amazing animals, and learn how they've created the meadows of the Rockies