Winds of Change...

I am constantly reminded how quickly the landscape of camp can change. One minute we are immersed in the bright summer sun splashing away down at the beach, or covered head-to-toe in bug spray wiping the sweat out of our eyes as we tackle the climbing wall. Fall and Winter are the least of our concerns...

The next minute camp is so quiet. The gleeful sounds of campers' laughter replaced by the sounds of squirrels scurrying to stock up for the winter. Swimsuits, flip-flops and summer garb are replaced by heavy coats, boots and mittens. And before you can say 'HEEP-WAH,' the beauty of the fall foliage soon gives way to the glistening snow against a clear blue sky.

The winds of change continue to blow at Camp Pepin this Winter beginning with the introduction of two new programs (see below), and continuing into next Summer with three new Specialty Camps for 2012!

I am forever grateful to you for your continued support of YMCA Camp Pepin regardless of where the winds of change have taken you. We hope to see you soon!

Have a safe, relaxing holiday season,

Josh Cobb
Interim Director
YMCA Camp Pepin

UPCOMING WINTER EVENTS 

Breakfast with Santa at Camp Pepin!

Join us at camp for a pancake breakfast and bring your camera to take pictures with Santa. Bundle up and take a sleigh ride around camp provided by Hay Creek Stables, and warm up with cider and coffee while you make a holiday ornament to bring home.

Saturday, December 10, 2011
9 am-12 noon
Event Fee: $5.00/person/$20 maximum per family
Please register online at the Red Wing YMCA website: (follow the link!)
http://redwingymca.org/register.htm

or call
651-388-4724

YMCA Camp "Winter Pepin"

An OVERNIGHT winter camp for Camp Pepin campers and friends!
Winter Pepin offers campers three action-packed days filled with fun, friendship, and learning. Campers and counselors will stay in heated cabins, eat delicious meals, and take part in winter specific activities including: sledding, snow shoeing, arts and crafts, snow sports, a camp dance, and much more!

Wednesday, December 28th (drop off at 10:00am)
Friday, December 30th, (pick up at 5pm) 
Event Fee: $100 Members
                 $125 Non-members

Please register online at the Red Wing YMCA website: (follow the link!)
http://redwingymca.org/register.htm

or call
651-388-4724

**Camp Pepin staff-we need you! If you are interested in helping with either program, please email camp@redwingymca.org. Volunteers will get a free "Camp Winter Pepin" sweatshirt!

YMCA Camp Pepin Summer 2012 Information 

Registration for Camp Pepin Summer 2012 is open beginnning Thursday, December 1, 2011!
(It opens at midnight for you die-hards!)

You may register online at http://redwingymca.org/register.htm or call the Red Wing Family YMCA at 651-388-4724. 

NEW in 2012!!

• Adventure Camp-campers will embark on local daily adventures including: geocaching, climbing, hiking and much more.
   
• Performance Art Camp-for those who love to sing, dance, and express themselves through music and movement. Activities include Zumba, performance choir (Glee!), and hip-hop dance to name a few. "Jazz hands" not included. 
   
• Sports Camp-a wonderful way for campers to develop and hone sports specific skills while keeping the emphasis on FUNdamentals. Our well-trained staff will lead the group in team-related sports instruction and one-on-one coaching while keeping the emphasis on teamwork, friendship, and good sportsmanship.
   
• Y2Y Canoeing Camp-Ever wondered how long it takes to canoe from Red Wing to Camp Pepin? Join us for this unique opportunity to embark on one of America's most scenic waterways launching from the Red Wing YMCA and arriving on Camp Pepin's shores! 

COMING SOON TO AN AREA NEAR YOU: Camp Pepin Information/Pizza Nights!
Join us for pizza as we answer questions and share all that Camp Pepin has to offer!
Click here for details.