Parents' Frequently Asked Questions
How do I register?
Registration for Bangor Y members and child care participants begins Monday, April 5, 2010 at 7am at the Second Street location. Public registration begins Thursday, April 5, 2010 at 7am at the Second Street location. Because we have limited space we encourage you to register early! For each week, registrations must be received by 6:00pm, the Thursday prior, Friday, Saturday and Sunday registrations will not be accepted.
A non-fundable and non-transferable deposit of $10 prior to April 30, and $25 after May 1 is required for each week of camp. Full payment is due by Wednesday, one week before each registered camp week. Campers will not be able to attend camp if payment in full is not received. No changes may be made after June 1, 2010. All registrations received after August 1, 2010 must be paid in full. Camp packets may be obtained online or at either Bangor Y welcome center and must be filled out and returned at the time of registration. The cost for one full camper week is $155 and $200 for a two-week LIT session. For more information, feel free to contact Jodie Burckhard at jburckhard@bangory.org.
Where is Camp Molly?
Camp Molly Molasses is located in Bradley, Maine on Chemo Pond, approximately 15 miles from the Bangor Y. Campers and staff meet at the Bangor Y on Hammond Street and ride buses to and from camp each day. Click here for specific directions.
What is the typical enrollment?
Camp Molly provides programming for approximately 140 campers each week. Over eight weeks, we see over 400 individual campers. We serve campers ages 5 to 12 years old and both boys and girls. Many of our campers return year after year, and many follow big brothers and sisters to Camp Molly!
What does an average Camp Molly day look like for a camper?
Each day, campers rotate with their groups through various activities. We also meet as an entire camp before the day begins for camp songs and announcements, and at the end of each day for announcements and dismissal. Each group's schedule rotates so each day is a little different. Fridays are always special as the whole camp follows a different schedule based around a creative theme with original and imaginative activities that often include amazing challenges, dressing up & pretending! Campers may enjoy archery, swim instruction, recreational swimming, water games, fun Fridays, ropes course, canoeing, nature education, cooking, sports, arts and crafts, singing, camp fires, hiking, fishing, theme days, talent shows, parent days, and optional overnights throughout their daily rotation & the summer! For a look at tentative daily schedules, please click on the appropriate link: Eagles, Bobcats, Coyotes, Cougars, Moose, Black Bears.
Does my camper need to bring a lunch?
Campers do need to bring daily lunches, morning and afternoon snacks, beverages, and a water bottle. Camp Molly is equipped with a large walk-in refrigerator which is used to keep lunches cold throughout the day. We do ask that parents do not send warm ups, as we do not always have access to a microwave or oven. Also, water coolers are situated throughout the camp so campers can always keep fresh cool water in their water bottles.
What are the camp facilities like?
Camp Molly provides a beautiful setting complete with 1,200 feet of shoreline, forest lands, a ball field, high & low ropes course, and lots of indoor classroom space for those rainy days. Besides the main lodge, which houses our Great Room, kitchen, offices, bathrooms, and 3 large classrooms; we also have a large art cabin and a bathhouse with boys and girls bathrooms and several changing rooms.
What is the LIT program offered at Camp Molly all about?
Camp Molly is pleased to offer opportunities for aspiring leaders between the ages of 13-15 years old in our LIT program. This program is for highly motivated teen campers who are ready to demonstrate the additional responsibilities and challenges that leadership brings. LIT's enjoy the option of all the above activities, only experienced at an age appropriate developmental level. The goal of the program is to develop leadership skills that can be used throughout life. The LIT's also build job skills and discuss individual strengths and goals during their daily meetings with the LIT supervisor, Lacey. Part of the learning experience involves working closely with our staff to provide activities and create a safe environment for our campers. The program is catered to each individual LIT and what they want to experience. Limited space is available.
LIT sessions are broken into two-weeks, to allow ample time for each teen to utilize the leadership skills that they have learned at camp. Each two-week session costs $200 and are grouped in the following order: weeks 1&2, 3&4, 5&6, 7&8.
What do you do when it rains?
We continue experiencing, enjoying, laughing, learning, growing, building friendships, practicing new skills, and making every moment an adventure! Luckily we have many indoor spaces and utilize those classrooms and cabins if the weather is stormy or rainy!
How are the campers divided into groups?
Campers are assigned to their camp groups appropriately according to age, grade and developmental level. Most campers stay with the same camp group and counselors for each week that they return to camp. So, for instance, if your camper is a Cougar week 1, they will likely remain a Cougar for week 2, 3, and so on. We believe this strengthens the counselor camper relationship. Therefore, the counselors develop a good understanding of what your child enjoys, including goals, challenges, and how to give that child, or young adult, the individualized attention he or she needs! We have seven camper groups at Camp Molly including Eagles, Bobcats, Coyotes, Cougars, Hawks, Moose, and Black Bears.
Why should I send my child to camp?
"Kids who go to summer camp have higher self esteem, improved skills, more developed goals, are less likely to commit crimes, and have better overall well-being [than children who do not attend summer camp]." Search Institute
"Children say:
Camp helped me make new friends (96%)
Camp helped me get to know other campers who were different than me (94%)
Camp helped me feel good about myself (92%)
At camp, I did things I was afraid to do at first (74%)
Parents say:
My child gained self-confidence at camp (70%)
My child continues to participate in activities learned at camp (64%)
My child remains in contact with friends made at camp (69%)"
*American Camping Association survey
What do others have to say about the Camp Molly experience?
"My biggest factor in choosing Camp Molly is safety, always knowing that the kids are in good hands."
--parent of Michael, a Moose camper 2008
"I liked how the staff got to know the parents, so that when someone new picked up a child, they were asked for ID."
--parent of Riley, a Black Bear camper 2008
"I chose Camp Molly because I know my son is safe and there is a large variety of activities offered. Keep doing what you're doing! We can't wait for next year!"
--parent of Joshua, an Eagle camper 2008
"I liked Camp Molly because my daughter got to participate in many different activities and had a lot of social interaction."
--parent of Alexis, a Bobcat camper 2008
"My kids loved camp this summer, and they were exhausted at the end of every day from all of the activities."
--parent of Mia & Olivia, Eagle & Bobcat campers 2008
"Camp was a great and positive experience for me, and I look forward to getting back to camp!"
--Toral, an LIT in 2008
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