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IT'S TIME TO ENROLL FOR CAMP 2013! 
We can't believe that Summer 2012 is almost through- it's been an amazing summer so far and we know our campers are already getting pumped for summer 2013!!
We appreciate all of your ongoing support and loyalty and that is why our alumni have the opportunity to enroll at a special rate not even shown on the tuition schedule!
Enrollment for Summer 2013 is NOW OPEN for Current RRDC Families.
There are many advantages to enrolling by 8/31 for next summer:
1. Save BIG $$ with the lowest prices of the season
2. A deposit of only $600 will hold your child's spot as well as the early rate
3. Save an additional $200 off the rate for early enrollment (pro-rated for half season programs)
4. Save an additional $200 off the rate for returning alumni (pro-rated for half season programs)
5. More time to create a custom payment plan if needed
6. Lock in your child's group before it closes
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This Week's River Reporters Rolling River
Lauren Fox
Christian Pareja
This Week's Topic:
This week is Rolling River Gives Back week at camp. What are different ways camp can give back to the community? What have you done this summer to give back? How can you help others in camp and in your community? What are some ideas to give back that we can do in the future? Read their responses at Macaroni Kid Long Beach/Oceanside
If you have any questions about the River Reporters Program please contact Marissa at 516-593-2267 |
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Featured Business Partner
Brookwood Camps
Recap from the 3rd and 4th grade overnight trip
The Brookwood Camps trip was a great success. Even though it rained on the first day everyone was able to continue activities in the new indoor arena with the boys playing basketball and the girls doing gymnastics and tumbling. The girls were then able to use the dance and aerobics center while the boys played flag football. In the evening, everyone went to the canteen with the new big screen TVs and got treats, watched ESPN Sportscenter, and played games in the arcade. On day two the weather was perfect and we were able to use the lakefronts for boating, fishing, and swimming. We also had the pool party that was postponed from night one. Due to our relationship with RRDC, Brookwood Camps is offering special pricing to all Rolling River campers who attended the overnight.
The regular price for full season is $8800(all inclusive) and the Rolling River price is $7800.
For either of our 3 and a half week sessions the regular price is $4950 and the special Rolling River price is $4400. A special thanks to Jim and his staff for making this one of the best overnights we have had with Rolling River.
Thanks to everyone at
Rolling River Day Camp!
Scott Fiedler
Brookwood Camps
Please contact Marissa at marissa@rollingriver.com or 516-593-2267 with any questions about how to become the featured business partner.
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Host a DIFFERENT Type of Birthday Party this Year at RRDC!
Rolling River offers customized birthday party packages that meet the exact needs and interests of the birthday child.
Our Mini-Camp Birthday Parties may include:
Pool Parties
Sports Parties
Outdoor Playgrounds
Arts & Crafts
Treasure Hunts
Gymnastics/Tumbling
Nintendo Wii
Face Painting
Petting Zoo/Pony Rides
Mini Golf
DJ Dance Parties
Relay Races
Karate/Yoga Parties
Glitter Tattoos
Carnivals/Bounce House
& More!
All parties include party favors, decorations, paper goods, pizza & drinks, invitations, staff & private access to our campgrounds.
Please contact Ali at alison@rollingriver.com or 516-593-2267 or visit rollingriver.com/private-parties-events/
to learn more.
NOW BOOKING
FALL PARTIES!
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The eScuttle- "Sea" What's Happening
Summer 2012 Week 6
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Week 6 Recap:
Off-Campus Trips, Hawaiian Water Carnival, Theater Arts Shows...
and of course, COLOR WAR!!!!
Week 6 started out as usual with amazing activities and events. Groups in all divisions went on off-campus trips (see divisional updates below for recaps of the trips), the 3rd and 4th grade performed in fantastic theater arts productions and all groups enjoyed their favorite camp activities like swimming, banana boating and soccer. Campers beat the "island heat" on Friday at our incredible Hawaiian Water Carnival which featured many water slides, rides and one of our favorites- the foam pit! But it's our 20th Anniversary "Sail-A-Bration"...of course we had more surprises up our sleeves!
The surprises started at the authentic Hawaiian Luau. While the fire dancer performed, campers heard cheers and chants in the distance. It could only mean one thing- it was time for COLOR WAR! The leaders of the WHITE MYRTLES and BLUE RAYS ran out into the show to officially kick off Color War 2012 in a surprise break!
As the teams broke into their first meetings, they were surprised again with the announcement that this year's Color War Sing will be featured on TLC's hit show "Cake Boss"! Now you know that snack next Friday will be the best ever...we can't wait to see that cake! Click HERE to learn more about next Friday's special event.
Once again, enrollment for Camp 2013 is open and you can save up to $400 off the lowest prices of the year by enrolling before August 31. See below to learn about how you can lock in the lowest rates of the season.
CLICK HERE TO ENROLL FOR 2013!!
"Sea" you next week!- 1, 2, 3, 4 WE WANT COLOR WAR!
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Photos of the Week
 
Rolling River posts hundreds of photos every day! All of our photos are password-protected and posted on your Camp In Touch account. After logging on to your account, click the box "Photos" to view photos by date and event.
Click HERE to View Photos!
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Rolling River is Starring in an Episode of TLC's "Cake Boss"!
Next Friday, August 10, the cast and producers of TLC's hit show, "Cake Boss" will be at Rolling River and ready to participate in Color War (as well as present us with a special 20th anniversary cake to end Color War week)! Cake Boss is a reality television series, airing on the cable television network TLC. Set at Carlo's Bakery in Hoboken, New Jersey, the show mainly follows Buddy Valastro and his family as they operate their business, with a focus on how they make their cakes, along with family gatherings and celebrations. There have been over 100 episodes since 2009 and the show averages over 1.5 million viewers worldwide.
Rolling River's episode will air in late fall and we will notify campers and staff of the air date once we receive it.
This is an unbelievable opportunity and experience for Rolling River and we are excited to share this with your children. Please note that due to the popularity and publicity of this show, all campers and staff are required to complete a waiver form in order to be filmed. Waiver forms were sent home with campers on Friday. If you would like your child to participate in next Friday's taping, please complete the waiver form and drop it off at the Main Office or send in via bus mail. Again, your child will NOT legally be able to be filmed without the signed waiver on hand.
If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to contact Ali at alison@rollingriver.com or Marissa at marissa@rollingriver.com. We are looking forward to an amazing day next Friday!
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Skipper Scoop
Jill Bloom, Skipper Supervisor
It's so wonderful to walk around Rolling River Day Camp and "sea" all the Skipper's smiling faces! From swimming to boating to arts & crafts, we are all having a great time. By now you've all received some awesome projects made with love in Specialty Cove. Ask your Skippers about what they "cooked" in Cooking and what animals they visited in Nature. Find out what puppet show they saw in Puppetry and what sport they learned on Skipper Field. They have been so busy!!!
The Kindergartners went on a special trip to Once Upon A Sundae. We listened to a story, made a craft and then enjoyed delicious ice cream sundaes with all the toppings! It was "YUM-TASTIC"!
We were whisked off to Hawaii as Rolling River was transformed into a tropical paradise. Everyone was greeted at the door with a lei and the Skippers were taught a hula dance called Pearly Shells at lineup. We had a special Hawaiian Water Carnival which was amazing! Once again, the basketball courts and fields were filled with lots of inflatable water activities and WOW, did we have a BALL!!! Once the rides were deflated, we were invited to a special Luau show. We learned how to hula and watched a traditional Hawaiian dance show. A special frozen treat topped off the afternoon as the week came to an end.
Next week is sure to be filled with more spectacular season..."SEA" you then!
Upcoming Skipper Schedule for the Week of 8/6:
- Monday, 8/6:
Color War Activities
- Tuesday, 8/7:
Surprise Morning Show
- Wednesday, 8/8:
Kindergarten Bowling Trip- N9, N10, N11, N13, N14
Color War Activities
- Thursday, 8/9:
Bucket Brigade and Rope Burn
- Friday, 8/20:
Mad Science Show and TLC's "Cake Boss" Taping
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Mariner Messages
Fran Oosterom, Mariner Supervisor &
Lonny Dugger, Asst. Mariner Supervisor
The Mariners had another incredible week! Try this Word Search to find the keywords below that described this week in the Mariner Division.
 I want to thank all the parents and families for their wonderful participation in all of the theater arts productions. I would also like to thank New York Life for an informative and fun "Common Cents" workshop with the 3rd grade on Wednesday to teach them about money management. I'm looking forward to the spirit and excitement of Color War 2012 next week!
Upcoming Mariner Schedule for the Week of 8/6:
- Monday, 8/6:
Color War Activities
- Tuesday, 8/7:
Color War Activities
- Wednesday, 8/8:
Color War Activities
- Thursday, 8/9:
Bucket Brigade and Rope Burn
- Friday, 8/10:
Color War Sing and TLC's "Cake Boss" Taping
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Navigator Notes
Chrissy Bruno, Navigator Supervisor
The Navigators had another great week down at the Riva! On Tuesday, the 6th, 7th, and 8th graders went fishing on the Miss Freeport V. We spent the day reeling up many fish including fluke, sea robins and sea bass. Thursday's trip to Mountain Creek is always a hit with us! We loved all of the new water rides that we got to go on and of course all of the "old" ones too. We sure were shocked by the surprise Color War break on Friday! We wish the Blue Rays and White Myrtles the best of luck as Color War begins next week! On Tuesday, the entire division will be off to Wantagh Park to participate in Color War activities, BBQ, and enjoy the pool.
A reminder to all families- check your email every Friday for trip information for next week's trips. As always, if you have any question, please feel free to email me at chrissy@rollingriver.com.
Upcoming Navigator Schedule for
the Week of 8/6:
- Monday, 8/6:
Color War Activities
Navigator Show for All Campers Participating in Theater Arts Program- 6:30pm
Arrive at 6:00pm
- Tuesday, 8/7:
Wantagh Park Trip and BBQ:
B12, B13, B14, B15, G12, G13, G14, G15
- Wednesday, 8/8:
Color War Activities
- Thursday, 8/9:
Bucket Brigade and Rope Burn
- Friday, 8/10:
Color War Sing and TLC's "Cake Boss" Taping
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CIT- F.Y.I
Melanie & Matt, CIT Counselors
The CITs had another AMAZING week! The CITs journeyed off campus THREE times this week for great trips. On Monday, we went to Aviator in Brooklyn for gymnastics and ice skating. On Tuesday, we went to Dave & Busters for arcade games and activities. On Thursday, many of our CITs ventured to Mountain Creek Water Park in New Jersey and enjoyed the incredible water rides (including the cliff jump!) We ended the week with Water Carnival, a Hawaiian Luau and of course, surprise Color War Break! Congratulations to this year's Color War CIT Captains- Juliana Denrich, Dari Goldman and Michael Lucido on the White Myrtles and Zoe Koukoulas, Kenan Canpolat and Joe Braun on the Blue Rays. Looking forward to fun Color War next week!
If you have any questions about the CIT program please email cit@rollingriver.com.
Upcoming CIT Schedule for the Week of 8/6:
- Monday, 8/6:
Color War Activities
- Tuesday, 8/7:
Movies and Ralph's Ices Trip
- Wednesday, 8/8:
Color War Activities
- Thursday, 8/9:
Bucket Brigade and Rope Burn
- Friday, 8/10:
Color War Sing and TLC's "Cake Boss" Taping
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Next Week's Special Events
Ali Goodman, Special Events Supervisor
Friday, August 10:
Get ready for your camper to star in one of TLC's hottest shows on TV, "Cake Boss!" Campers will be participating in special Color War activities for the show and the day will culminate with the much anticipated Color War Sing. Only one winner can be crowned Color War Champion 2012!! Skippers will also participate in a "Mad Science" show.
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This Week Facebook
Contest Winners:
Stay tuned Monday for the announcement of next week's winners.
Next week's Facebook Question:
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Intramurals Update
Alexis Noest, Athletics Supervisor
Mariner Intramurals Updates- As the playoffs approach, the competition is getting better and better! From omnican ball to crab soccer and ultimate pinball, these teams keep working hard to get ahead! Best of luck to all teams as we get ready to begin playoffs. We won't have any scores posted next week as the focus will be on Color War competition instead.
Here are the scores for the 1st-4th grade groups
as of 8/2/12:
1st Grade Boys and Girls-
1- Italian Ices- 35 pts
2- English Muffins- 30 pts
3- Belgian Waffles- 30 pts
4- Swedish Meatballs- 25 pts
5- French Fries- 23 pts
2nd Grade Girls -
1- Chinese Noodles- 54 pts
2- French Braids- 50 pts
3- Australian Kangaroos- 41 pts
4- Samoan Girl Scouts- 34 pts
2nd Grade Boys -
1- Egyptian Camels- 61 pts
2- Bolivian Jaguars- 43 pts
3- Chilean Chili- 41 pts
4- Canadian Geese- 38 pts
3rd/4th Grade Girls
1- French Toast- 55 pts
2- Russian Dolls- 53 pts
3- Egyptian Goddessess- 48 pts
3- Congo Lines- 48 pts
4- Moroccan Moccasins- 47 pts
5- English Fish & Chips- 45 pts
3rd/4th Grade Boys
1- Jamaican Beef Patties- 56 pts
2- Mexican Rice and Beans- 45 pts
3- Grecian Togas- 44 pts
4- Congo Bongos- 40 pts
5- German Shepards- 37 pts
6- Egyptian Pharaohs- 34 pts
2012 Navigator Intramural Standings Week 5
Team 6 Belgian Waffles 86 pts.
Team 10 Kenya Dig It 76 pts.
Team 7 Czech Us Out 68 pts
Team 3 Swedish Meatballs 60 pts.
Team 8 English Muffins 60 pts.
Team 9 Mexican Quesadillas 60 pts.
Team 5 Jamaican Me Bananas 60 pts.
Team 4 French Fries 52 pts.
Team 2 Ghana With the Wind 44 pts.
Team 1 Italian Stallions 36 pts.
2012 Navigator Intramurals- Quarterfinals Schedule
Wednesday August 8
Seed 1: Team 6 Belgian Waffles vs. Seed 8: Team 4 French Fries - Softball
Seed 2: Team 10 Kenya Dig It vs. Seed 7: Team 5 Jamaican Me Bananas - Beach Volleyball
Seed 3: Team 7 Czech Us Out vs. Seed 6: Team 9 Mexican Quesadillas - Hockey
Seed 4: Team 3 Swedish Meatballs vs. Seed 5: Team 8 English Muffins - Team Handball
Consolation Round
Team 1 Italian Stallions vs. Team 2 Ghana With the Wind - Basketball
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If you have questions about any of the information in this email, please call 516 593-CAMP(2267) or email camp@rollingriver.com.
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