Two Summer Camping Opportunities!
Outdoor Adventure Camp (See Below)
Camp Wil-O-Way
Camp Wil-O-Way is sponsored by Milwaukee County and coordinated and staffed by Easter Seals Kindcare Southeastern Wisconsin, Inc. The summer day camp program operates at two locations on Milwaukee's west and southeast side. Each site accommodates up to 65 campers per session and the age range is 7 through 60.
Wil-O-Way Summer Day Camp Program provides campers with opportunities for social interaction, self-expression and entertainment. The Easter Seals Kindcare staff organizes activities of arts and crafts, games, music nature, sports and field trips. This program helps campers maintain basic motor skills, increases recreation skills, encourages maximum use of unstructured time and increases capacities for self-expression.
Wil-O-Way is a place that welcomes campers who may not have other opportunities to participate in a summer camp experience. The staff strives to adjust the program and process to accommodate each camper's needs. When applying it is very important that the Behavioral and Care Information Sections are answered as accurately and honestly as possible. We look for ways to include rather than exclude and accurate information will help us serve all campers.
Important Note: This camp is not to be considered as a behavior treatment program.
Eligibility
First priority is given to Milwaukee County residents.
Residents of other counties will be accepted as space permits
People ages 7-60 years old with a disability.
Campers are grouped according to age and gender/group size is between 5-7 campers)
Dates and Hours
Select one session or both
Session 1: June 23 - July 11 (no session on July 4)
Session 2: July 14 - August 1
Time: 9:45 am- 2:45 pm
Camp is held regardless of weather, with the exception of extreme situations.
LOCATIONS
Wil-O-Way Grant Recreation Center- Grant Park
207 Lake Dr., South Milwaukee. For a map click here.
Wil-O-Way Underwood Recreation Center - Underwood Park
10602 Underwood Pkwy, Wauwatosa. For a map click here.
TRANSPORTATION
(for Milwaukee County residents only)
Easter Seals Kindcare Southeastern Wisconsin, Inc. will arrange for daily round trip bus service for those campers whose parents/guardians are unable to provide their transportation. The cost of bus transportation is included in the camp fee. Campsite assignment will be determined by the location of residence.
***Please Note: Field Trips will occur every Thursday and campers may be picked up or dropped off as late as one hour after their regular times.
SCREENING
As stated above, Wil-O-Way is a place that welcomes campers who may not have other opportunities to participate in a summer camp experience. The staff will make every effort to adjust the program and process to accommodate each camper's needs. Each camper is assessed after his or her FIRST day of camp and throughout the summer. If it is found that the camper cannot be effectively served due to behavior or other factors affecting his/her participation, the parent/guardians and/or agency representatives will be contacted and camp refunds will be made on a pro-rated basis.
FEES
The actual cost of operating the Wil O Way Summer Day Camp is $1,150 per camper for the six weeks session. Milwaukee County Office for Persons with Disabilities and Milwaukee County Disability Service Division have been diligent in their efforts to keep fees as reasonable as they can. The fee covers the cost of bus transportation, field trips, crafts, a backpack, and a t-shirt for each camper. Please Note: Lunch is NOT provided.
The 2008 Camp Sessions
Session 1: June 23 - July 11
Session 2: July 14 - August 1
Full Session: June 23 - August 1
The 2008 Camp Fees
Milwaukee County Resident
Session 1: $205
Session 2: $205
Full Session: $395
Non Resident
Session 1: $360
Session 2: $360
Full Session: $550
There is a registration deposit of $100 (it will be refunded if the camper is not accepted). Check or money order is to be made payable to: Milwaukee County Treasurer. Upon acceptance, you will receive a notice of your balance and final payment that is due before May 1, 2008. Please call Jessie Senger at 414-482-0133 ext 221 if you need assistance with financial arrangements.
FIRST COME, FIRST SERVED
Wil-O-Way summer camp is very popular and applicants are accepted on a first come, first served basis. You are urged to get your application and deposit in early to assure a spot. See you at camp!
To access the summer camp application packet, click here.
QUESTIONS
Please look at the summer camp application packet. If you have questions, contact Jessie at 414-482-0133 ext 221 or email Jessie.
OUTDOOR ADVENTURE CAMP
August 4 - August 9
10:00 am - 3:00 pm
&
August 8 Overnight
Designedfor people who feel that the regular six-week camp is not enough, have a limited amount of time to attend camp, or enjoy the outdoors and would like to learn basic skills. Outdoor Adventure Camp is designed to be a smaller, more intensive skill building experience.
To Access The Application for Outdoor Adventure Camp, Click Here