MILE HIGH SUMMER CAMP 2011!
When and Where?
The Hemophilia and Thrombosis Center (HTC) is proud to once again sponsor the summer camp program at Rocky Mountain Village from July 17th – July 22.
Who Should Attend?
For all of our programs we invite boys and girls who meet the following criteria to complete our registration documents (attachments on the HSC website).
- Children with hemophilia or other bleeding disorders
- Siblings of the above groups
Children ages 7 through 10 will participate in regular camp and education. Those campers who are age 6 will be accepted on a case-by-case basis. For campers entering grades 6 – 8, special overnight camp-out experiences will be provided that encourages responsibility and leadership. These campers will travel to Breckenridge and participate in several wilderness activities with Breckenridge Outdoor Education Center (BOEC).
Why Attend Camp?
The purpose of camp is to learn about bleeding disorders, develop skills and have fun! Campers will have the opportunity to meet new friends and participate in a variety of traditional camp activities. As always, we have included educational components with the goal of encouraging self-confidence and independence.
Many campers have learned to perform self-infusion, experienced teamwork, and discovered new skills during the week of camp. Staff at the Hemophilia & Thrombosis Center (HTC) and Rocky Mountain Village wants this to be a wonderful experience that creates a wealth of fond memories for your camper.
What is the LIT program?
This year, we are excited to again offer the “Leadership In Training (LIT)” program for males affected with a bleeding disorder who are entering 9th grade to those who will graduate high school this spring 2011. This year the LIT’s will begin their camp week on Friday July 15, 2011 and participate in a pre-camp wilderness experience through Breckenridge Outdoor Education Center (BOEC).
Participants must demonstrate the ability and desire to be strong leaders within their communities. Through service learning, we will build relationships within our group, as well as providing peer mentoring to the younger campers.
This program will take place at Rocky Mountain Village and will offer traditional camp activities in addition to the Leadership Training Curriculum. Application forms are on the HTC website. For any questions about the leadership training, contact Amy Board (amy.board@ucdenver.edu) at 303-724-2309, or through the toll-free number 1-888-724-7427.
What does it cost?
Each family is required to pay a non-refundable $75.00 deposit. The remainder of the camp cost, approximately $1,000.00 per camper, is underwritten by other sources. If you have questions or need additional information, please call HTC Camp Director Amy Board at (303) 724-2309 or the toll free number at 1-888-297-0724. Scholarship forms are available on the HTC website as well and scholarships will be granted on an individual basis.
How Can I Register my Child?
In an attempt to limit paper waste and mailing costs, this year all paperwork is available here on the Hemophilia Society of Colorado’s (HSC) website. If you do not have access to a computer, please call the Hemophilia and Thrombosis Treatment Center (HTC) and we will mail the appropriate packet for your camper(s). See the HSC website for all the forms and additional information.
Please return ALL registration materials completed and signed with deposit no later than JUNE 1, 2011. Due to the overwhelming number of kids we had attend camp last year and space constraints at Rocky Mountain Village we are going to be following this system regarding applications.
The due date for completed applications is June 1, 2011 (this means the entire application except for the physician physical as we know that some people can’t get their child’s physical by then). All campers whose applications received by June 1, 2011 will be accepted into camp.
All campers whose applications we receive AFTER the due date will automatically be put on a waiting list. PRIORITY WILL BE GIVEN TO THOSE CHILDREN WITH BLEEDING DISORDERS. You will be notified if your child has been accepted to camp or put on a waiting list.
We understand that for many individuals, insurance only allows one physical per calendar year. If you need more time to complete the required physical, please include a note detailing when your child’s appointment will occur and we will make the necessary note in your file.
2011 Colorado Mile High Camp Forms Checklist:
- Print all the attachments listed on the HSC website for your campers.
- Complete and return forms no later than June 1, 2011. No applications will be accepted after June 1, 2011 per instructions noted above. Include your email address on forms wherever noted. Grade levels indicate the grade the camper will be entering the in the Fall of 2011.
- You will receive an email confirmation once your forms have been reviewed.
- Contact Amy Board, Camp Director, with any questions: amy.board@ucdenver.edu or (303) 724-2309.
PROGRAMS & AGES FORMS TO COMPLETE (in Spanish and English!): See the HSC website.
Easter Seals (1st grade-5th grade)
- Easter Seals Packet,
- Copy of insurance card-front and back,
- Immunizations
B.O.E.C. (6th grade – 8th grade)
- BOEC Packet
- Copy of insurance card-front and back
- Immunizations
Leadership In Training (9th grade – HS graduates in Spring 2011)
- Affected males only Leadership Packet
- Copy of insurance card-front and back
- Immunizations
The Hemophilia and Thrombosis Center (HTC) is excited to offer this program to you and your family!
We have a possible opportunity to use these dreams in a really cool way so we’ll keep you posted.
