Summer Camp 2013
Summer Camp Policies and Procedures
BCSC Sailing Camps develop confident, sea-savvy skippers, in as little as one week. Our US Sailing Certified instructors introduce our co-ed campers to sailing concepts and terms in a fun and safe environment.
All of our Summer Camp Programs run Monday-Thursday from 9:00AM-4:00PM and Friday from 9:00AM-3:00PM.......All of our camps offer complimentary bus service!
2-Week Sailing Camp (Ages 8-16)
This is our most popular and encompassing camp. Based on sailing experience and age, sailors will be placed in groups with their peers. Each group of 6-8 sailors will be led by a U.S. Sailing Certified Instructor and larger groups will have a CIT as well. Newer, younger sailors will learn to sail solo on a Hunter Xcite, while older and/ or more experienced sailors will sail either a Hunter Xcite with a Turbo sail or a two-person JY-15. When you register for this camp, you will have the opportunity to mention prior sailing experience, request a boat (mainly for returning sailors), identify friends in the same session, or just share something that will help us determine the best fit for a group.
The curriculum will be tailored for each group! This camp can be repeated for many years; we guarantee new skills and experiences every year. First year sailors will learn parts of the boat, rigging, capsize recovery, wind awareness, points of sail, steering, sail trim, introduction to racing, and play sailing games. Returning sailors will review skills from prior years and then expand their sailing to include skills such as racing, rudderless sailing, teamwork, apparent wind, close quarters maneuvers, dry walkovers, and sailing games. Sailors will go on an exploration adventure to Hart-Miller Island on the first Friday of Camp. Each session will culminate in a graduation ceremony, where parents can visit and see their children sail. $700
Session 1: June 24—July 3 (Wed graduation, $640)
Session 2: July 8—July 19
Session 3: July 22— August 2
Session 4: Aug 5—Aug 16
1-Week Sailing Camp (Ages 8-16)
For students who either can’t fit two weeks into their schedules or just want to “try it on”, campers may choose to register for only the first week of sailing camp. Campers may be in groups with students registered for two weeks and will have the option to stay for a second week ($350), if they choose. $400
Session 1a: June 24 — June 28SOLD OUT
Session 2a: July 8 — July 12SOLD OUT
Session 2b: July 15 — July 19SOLD OUT
Session 3a: July 22 — July 26SOLD OUT
Session 3b: July 29 — Aug 2SOLD OUT
Session 4a: Aug 5 — Aug 9SOLD OUT
Session 4b: Aug 12 — Aug 16
4-Week Optimist Green Fleet (Ages 8-13)
This camp is designed to teach racing and boat appreciation. Sailors will learn to race the most popular boat in the world—the Optimist Pram! By sailing every day, these young sailors will begin to think of their boat as an extension of themselves. They will take pride in its appearance, and learn how to make it do everything they want it to. This boat is both versatile and exciting, despite its funny shape.
Sailors will go on numerous adventures, including a trip to Pleasure Island and a circumnavigation of Hart-Miller Island. Racing will also be a big focus, and this camp will include a travel regatta. Campers will load their boats onto our trailer and will meet up at a regatta hosted by another CBYRA junior program on the Chesapeake Bay. Sailors will compete in the “green fleet” at this regatta against other novice racers. Prerequisite: Any sailing camp. $1000
Session 1: June 24—July 19 (no camp July 4-5) ****TWO SPOTS LEFT****
Session 2: July 22—Aug 16FULL
4-Week Club 420 Fleet (ages 13-18)
Similar to the Green Fleet program, but for older sailors. This program will utilize BCSC’s new fleet of two-person Club 420s and will be a haven for teenagers. Sailors will learn to sail with a jib and spinnaker. There may be some days with trapezes as well (sailors must provide their own trapeze harnesses). Primarily, the focus will be on teamwork, racing and boat handling. This camp may travel to a CBYRA regatta to compete against other Club 420s on the Bay. Prerequisite: Opti Green Fleet, high school sailing, or a JY-15 Camp. $1000
Session 1: June 24—July 19 (no camp July 4-5) ONE SPOT LEFT!
Session 2: July 22—Aug 16
Summer Race Team
More information available under the "Racing" tab. Take your sailing to the next level by competing in Chesapeake Bay-wide events during the summer. Experienced coaches will work with sailors in Optimists, Lasers, and 420’s as they train at the BCSC in preparation for regattas where competition is against peers for trophies and bragging rights. Sailors provide their own boats and parental involvement is expected. A few boat charters may be available from BCSC. $1,600
June 17 – August 9
Windsurfing Camp (Ages 9-15)
Learn to Windsurf! Sailors will tear through Hawk Cove on windsurfers under the supervision of U.S. Sailing Certified Instructors. This camp is perfect for campers who want to take their sailing to the next level, but no sailing experience is required. Some people just prefer to stand up while they sail! $300
July 29—August 2
Chesapeake Child Camp (Ages 6-9)
This closely supervised, one-week camp allows slightly younger kids to experience the Chesapeake. Fun, active days include adventures such as crabbing, fishing, sailing, kayaking, hiking, orienteering, environmental stewardship, beach volleyball, as well as digging for Bay treasures. $350
Session 1: July 8 – July 12SOLD OUT
Session 2: July 22 – July 26SOLD OUT
Session 3: July 29 – August 2SOLD OUT
Session 4: Aug 5 – Aug 9SOLD OUT
Session 5: Aug 12 – Aug 16SOLD OUT
Fishing Camp (Ages 8-16)
These extremely popular one-week camps are a unique experience for kids ranging from beginners to more experienced anglers. Rocky Point Park offers numerous idyllic fishing spots which campers will experience as they learn to collect bait, select a fishing spot, bait hooks, cast a line, reel in a keeper, and then clean/ prepare their fish; all in a safe manner. Bring your own fishing rod, line and hooks. Unfortunately, campers will not be able to take fish home. $300
Session 1: June 24—June 28SOLD OUT
Session 2: July 15 – July 19SOLD OUT
Session 3: July 22— July 26SOLD OUT*** JUST ANNOUNCED**** Session 4: August 5-9
Boy Scout Merit Badge Camp (Ages 12-18)
Boy Scouts attend BCSC day camp on Monday and Tuesday for learn to sail instruction. On Wednesday, they embark on a three day camping adventure to Hart-Miller Island. While on this secluded Island, Scouts will spend their days sailing and canoeing. After this weeklong adventure, Scouts will be qualified to receive their sailing and canoeing merit badges. $550/ Scout, $200/ parent volunteer.
July 29 - Aug 2
Camp Discounts:
5% Sibling Discount
10% Discount if registered by February 28*
5% Discount if registered by March 31*
*Discounts not valid for Green Fleet, Club 420, or Race Team
Complimentary Summer Camp Bus Service
Bus Service is included for all of our summer camps. All stops are at pre-arranged locations with easy access to the Beltway. Times are approximate due to changing traffic conditions and the number of stops required each week. The bus cannot wait if a parent is not there to drop off or pick up the camper. Bus service is available on a first come first served bases. Please indicate your desired bus stop on your registration form and submit a completed Bus Permit to reserve your seat on the bus.
Summer-Long Complimentary Bus (Towson Route)
BUS STOP
|
PICK-UP TIME |
(MON.-THURS.) DROP-OFF TIME |
(FRI.) DROP-OFF TIME |
Park Heights Avenue
Brooks Robinson Road (Radio Tower Drive) halfway between Park Heights Ave and Stevenson Road |
8:00 AM |
5:00 PM |
4:00 PM |
Falls Road
Parking Lot at Meadowood Regional Park |
8:10 AM |
4:50 PM |
3:50 PM |
Cromwell Bridge Road
Park and Ride at South-West cloverleaf |
8:30 AM |
4:30 PM |
3:30 PM |
Belair Road
Parking Lot in front of the Ritas in the Shopping Center just inside the beltway (Verizon store and Carrabba's will mark the shopping center) |
8:40 AM |
4:20 PM |
3:20 PM |
Back River Neck Recreation Center
Parking lot on left side of Back River Neck Road |
8:50 AM |
4:10 PM |
3:10 PM |
Baltimore County Sailing Center |
9:00 AM |
4:00 PM |
3:00 PM |
First Half of Summer ONLY Complimentary Bus (East-West Route)
June 24, 2013 - July 19, 2013
BUS STOP
|
PICK-UP TIME |
(MON.-THURS.) DROP-OFF TIME |
(FRI.) DROP-OFF TIME |
Golden Triangle Shopping Center
Rt. 29 and Rt. 40 Shopping Center. Pickup between Thai Arroma and Stella Notte. |
7:30 AM |
5:30 PM |
4:30 PM |
I-70 Park and Ride
P&R and East end of Rt. 70. Pickup in middle of loop. |
7:45 AM |
5:15 PM |
4:15 PM |
Johns Hopkins Hospital
Pickup: On the side of Wolfe Street, just South of Fayette. Dropoff: MTA bus stop on Washington Street, just South of Fayette. |
8:20 AM |
4:40 PM |
3:40 PM |
West Marine Canton
Pickup: 7-11 Parking Lot (Lighthouse Square Shopping Center) Dropoff: MTA bus stop on Boston Street WB, across the street from West Marine. |
8:40 AM |
4:20 PM |
3:20 PM |
Baltimore County Sailing Center |
9:00 AM |
4:00 PM |
3:00 PM |