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The Meaning of our Program Compass
The four main direction points on the compass
are the essential components of the
program.
YMCA character values make up the other
directional points.
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The Family is True
north, the focal point of this program.
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Nature and the camping
experience are integral parts of the
program.
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The spirit of the program is experienced
through belonging to a small
Community called a
Circle.
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Fun is the magic of the
program.
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YMCA Adventure Guides
YMCA Adventure Guides is designed to strengthen the
relationship between a parent and a child. During their
elementary school years, children learn rapidly,
becoming much more aware of the world around them.
During this time, children tend to see us, their
parents, as guides, teachers, and heroes. They start to
understand that we protect and nurture them. Ideally,
during this period, we learn how to talk
with our children more than
at them.
The Adventure Guides program is designed to assist you
and your child on your journey of discovery. We
emphasize the ability of a parent and his or her child
to communicate at an early age in ways that are caring,
honest, respectful, and responsible. The program wants
to encourage you as a parent to "get to
know your kid while your kid is still a
kid".
What do we do?
 Small groups of parent-child pairs called
Circles meet on a regular basis in each others homes or
at parent-planned activities. The Circles come together
to participate in larger activities such as campouts,
parties, parades and competitions planned by either the
Expedition or the Federation. Expeditions are groups of
Circles with children of the same age and gender. The
Federation contains all the Expedition and
Circles.
What's in it for me?
Opportunities to
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foster companionship and understanding to set a
foundation for a positive, lifelong relationship
with your child
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build a sense of self esteem and personal worth
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expand awareness of spirit, mind and body
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meet a mutual need of spending enjoyable,
constructive, and quality time together
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enhance the quality of family time
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emphasize the vital role that parents play in the
growth and development of their children
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build memories for a lifetime
To find out more about our program contact us at info@cobbadventureguides.com.
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