The day camp features swimming, plus a variety of other skill building and educational opportunities for children ages 10-16 whose families or guardians meet Department of Health and Human Services income guidelines. There is no cost to participants for the program, which includes a comprehensive sports physical examination, a breakfast snack and lunch.
Transportation is provided from designated, major pick-up points within an hour's distance of Orono.
New to this year's staff will be a graduate of NYSP, now a high school honors student , athlete and leader who never missed a day of the program during the five summers she attended. As the result of a grant from the State Department of Education, a nutritionist will be available to work with campers on planning and preparing easy, healthy meals. NYSP is funded by the National Collegiate Athletic Association which awards grants to selected member institutions. The UMaine program, one of 175 nationally, is the only NYSP in northern New England.