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2020 Summer Weekend at Onas - PRE-COVID19
2020-06-05 17:00 - 2020-06-07 15:00 (America/New_York) | The comfort of your couch!, PA, United States
Connect, create and play - Summer getaway at Onas
June 5-7, 2020 Virtual Event

Non-discrimination Statement
CRS does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation, or gender identity in administration of its admission policies or programs. We are committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all participants.

Disclaimer: By attending this event, you agree to grant ECRS the right to include photographic, video, or other audio/visual portrayals of you or your likeness in promoting ECRS without any compensation being paid to you.

Online Registration Camp Onas 2020
Coming in April, 2020

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2020 Spring Weekend at Stony Point
2020-03-27 16:30 - 2020-03-29 13:00 | Stony Point Center, 17 Cricketown Rd, STONY POINT, NY, 10980, United States
Connect, create & play
A weekend getaway to refresh and renew
Stony Point Retreat Center Stony Point, NY – March 27 – 29, 2020

This event has been canceled.

Join us to experience a weekend getaway with activities designed to engage your senses and build community – March 27-29

Come share fun and fellowship at ECRS’s Spring Weekend. People of all ages and walks of life will have a ball at daytime classes. Take this chance to focus on activities you love, or to try something new. For Evening Program on Friday and Saturday nights, we all come together to dance, sing, play games, have snacks, and be social with each other.
The weekend is chock full of dancing, singing, informal dramatics, crafts, and games. There’s so much variety, it’s sometimes hard to choose which ones to do! Whichever you try, you’re sure to have an incredible time.
Save $$!

Register EARLY: Registrations received by March 1 save $25 and guarantee your spot at the weekend. It also helps us plan our program.
Discount for NEWCOMERS: Each newcomer to ECRS receives a 50% discount at this event.
Discount for MEMBERS: Adult members save $25. Not a member yet? Pay membership dues now with your registration for this event and you are immediately eligible to receive the member rate.

Register Now!

This site requires registration by March 8th. Late registrants may not be accommodated.

Schedule

Registration begins at 4:30 pm on Friday
Dinner served 6 – 6:30 pm
The program for the weekend begins at 7:45 pm Friday evening and concludes with lunch on Sunday afternoon

Registration begins at 4:30pm on Friday in “Evergreen,” the main building. Dinner Friday is served from 6:00-6:30pm and is included in the cost of the weekend (this is a change from the past). The program for the weekend begins at 7:45pm Friday evening and concludes with lunch on Sunday afternoon. Aside from meals, all our activities and our housing are in the “Maple” building.

Meals
Six delicious buffet meals are served (Friday dinner; Saturday breakfast, lunch, & dinner; Sunday breakfast & lunch). Note that dinner Friday is provided by the site. Evening snacks are provided.

Please Note

ECRS events are fragrance, drug, and alcohol free
All attending are asked to volunteer for one hour to help the weekend run smoothly
Smoking is limited to the outdoors

Location and site description

Stony Point Center, 17 Crickettown Road, Stony Point NY 10980
(800) 253-4285 www.stonypointcenter.org
35 miles northwest of New York City (off the Palisades Parkway

Stony Point Center is a lovely 32-acre conference site nestled in the scenic and historic Hudson River Valley. Accommodations are in comfortable 2-bedded rooms, each with a sink. Bedding, linens, and a towel are provided. Shared toilets and bath/shower facilities are outside the bedrooms.
Folks who live near Stony Point: You are welcome to join us for the weekend without sleeping over, or come only for Saturday dinner and Evening Program, provided that you please register in advance.

Pricing
Full weekend – $350
Members get a $25 discount!
Weekend commuter (includes all programs and meals, no sleeping over) – $200
Members get a $25 discount!
Saturday dinner and Evening Program – $35

What to bring

A flashlight to help navigate dark paths between buildings at night
A robe (toilets and bath/showers are not in the bedrooms)
A mug for hot drinks between meals will save on disposable cups
Your musical instruments for jamming!

Cancellation Policy
A $20 cancellation fee will be charged for all cancellations received after March 8th, to cover processing and handling fees.

Non-Discrimination Statement
ECRS does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation, or gender identity in administration of its admission policies or programs. We are committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all participants.

Winter Adventure 2019
2019-12-27 16:00 - 2020-01-01 10:30 | The Y at Watson Woods, Dry Run Road, Painted Post, NY, 14870
Winter Adventure 2019

Start: December 27 @ 4:00 pmEnd: January 1, 2020 @ 10:30 am

ECRS Winter Adventure is a creative and joyous alternative holiday experience. There’s nothing tedious or tiresome here. Young and old alike enjoy a diverse array of classes (improv to introspection, crafts to collaborating games, and much more!). There are breaks and free time for relaxing or leading your own recreational activities (or exploring in the woods or going into town). A dedicated children’s program (staff-led for first morning and afternoon class periods; cooperative-led for second morning period) makes sure our youngest members have as much fun as the grown ups during class times.
It’s about communityMeals are served family-style at large round tables. Connect with one special friend, or with a different one of your ECRS “family” at each one! Vegetarian and gluten-free options are available.

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2019 Class Descriptions

Register before December first to take advantage of early bird pricing!

Each evening, we gather together to enjoy a mix of activities design for all ages: games. dancing, music-making, informal dramatics, sing-alongs, and good conversation. This year, our activities will be inspired by a theme—the letters E, C, R, & S! The letter ‘C’ will be celebrated with a Cabaret, where we get to share our special talents with lots of audience participation. After a late snack, there are a variety of “late night activities.” Not a fan of typical New Year’s Eve parties? Celebrate the uniquely ECRS way, with enough warmth, light, and fun to last through next year

About ECRS
We are intergenerational – with members from children and teens to elders – and everything in between. Our mission is to build an intergenerational community with fun and engaging activities that all can enjoy and that develop leadership skills.
History Founded more than 75 years ago in the tradition of recreation therapy, a combination of compassionate mentoring and evaluations encourage the participants of today to become the leaders of tomorrow. Whether working with groups or individuals, paid staff and volunteers alike will benefit from our humanistic leadership training. Based on respect for all people, it incorporates group dynamics, facilitation strategies, and hands-on practice, empowering our members to make vital contributions to ECRS and their communities.

An experience that’s hard to find in today’s distracted world
It’s not often that you find yourself singing, dancing, playing, and crafting – surrounded by a community of almost a hundred people of all ages and abilities. Our blend of creative, challenging, and non-competitive experiences rejuvenates the spirit, nurtures quality relationships, and supports personal growth.
2019 Class Lineup
Click here for this year’s class descriptions and leaders
Click here for the full class schedule (the “grid”)

Leadership forum with Kim Neubauer
Our own Kim Neubauer will again lead the popular Leadership Forum this year during free time on the first day.
What is the Leadership Forum?The Leadership Forums offer space for leaders to learn from each other. Although targeted to the interests of ECRS Staff, they are open to anyone who leads groups of any kind.
Light facilitation will help to catalyze sharing ideas and experiences. This year’s topic is “Choosing Your Leadership Approach”. We may discuss what leadership means to you or what are your preferred roles (teacher, performer, facilitator, lecturer, trainer, manager or leading from within).

Children’s Program with Tim Siftar
Elementary ages
Why should the grown ups have all the fun? ECRS offers a completely integrated program for children ages 5-11 during the first morning, and afternoon class periods. Many activities mirror the cooperative play that ECRS is built on. Children may learn new games, create new crafts, sing silly songs, or even get the chance to share activities they have fun doing at home. Depending on age and interest, they may take a field trip to experience the more kid-friendly adult classes!
Note: Children are expected to stay for the entire program, and are the responsibility of their guardians at all other times. To help finalize staffing, this program will be offered only if children are registered by December first.

Preschool age
If you have youngsters ages 2–4, we will provide supervised play for them during the morning first class period and afternoon periods. Parents or guardians are welcome, but not required, to join us. Please email Donna Miller-Small, business manager, at dmillersmall@optonline.net if you have children younger than five and want to come to WA2019!

Site
Watson Homestead is a conference center on 600 beautiful acres near Corning, NY. We’re ideally situated for winter sports and local attractions, including sledding, hiking, and the nearby Corning Museum of Glass. NOTE: Watson Homestead is wheelchair accessible.

Accommodation options
Main Lodge: Dorm-style rooms with twin or bunk beds, shared bath; guests must bring sheets and towels. Cost = $215 per room ($265 for a single)
West Wing (attached to Main Lodge): Hotel-style rooms with two double beds, private bath and carpeting; all linens (blankets, sheets, towels and pillows) are supplied. Cost = $430 per room ($650 for a single)
Hillside (short walk up a hill from Main Lodge): There may be a limited number of rooms with shared bath in this two-story house; guests must bring sheets and towels. Cost = $340 per room ($540 for singles

New housing this year – Retreat Center
This year you’ll have the option of staying in Watson’s newly renovated Retreat Center, an attractive, (slightly) less expensive option than the main building located a short way down the road (less than a 5-10 minute walk from the Main Lodge).
The Retreat Center has eight 8×10 foot bedrooms, each with two bunk beds. Each room has a dresser and window, and the building has two shared bathrooms and its own thermostat for heating. A fireplace, living room and refrigerator complete the experience. Cost $160 per room.
They’re great for people who want to economize by sharing a room with others and don’t mind being a bit away from the hubbub in the main building (it’s also quieter – but note that although the area is somewhat lit up at night, you’ll need a flashlight). Using the Retreat Center will also help make room for more people to join in the Winter Adventure fun!
For pictures of the Retreat Center, click here.

New room and board pricing model

Separate pricing for room and meals

Transparent, per-room pricing

We’ve adjusted the fees for room and board to give a better sense of what you are paying for. Rooms are priced per room, no matter whether there are two, three or four sharing the room. Each attendee will pay for their portion of the total. Note that there is a premium minimum pricing for singles.
Meals are $195 per person for the event, or less than $40/day.

West Wing
$430/room $650 (single)

Main Lodge
$215/room $265 (single)

Hillside
$340 (single)

Retreat Center
$160/room

We are experimenting with pay-what-you-can pricing!
We feel this reflects the cooperative nature of ECRS – from each according to their abilities, to each according to their needs. The pricing shown in the registration field is the “break-even cost” – how much we pay to Watson (including costs like insurance, gratuity, PayPal fees, etc.) or to staff to cover the event. If everyone paid this amount for every line item, the event would neither gain nor lose money. If you can pay more, you’ll be supporting others who might not be able to afford to come.
How does “pay-what-you-can” work?
The amount you see on the registration form gives you a sense of the cost to ECRS, but it is not fixed. You can adjust the amount you pay for room, meals, and programming – which covers the costs of putting on a fabulous WA above room and board. Note that for premium single rooms, there is a minimum fee for room.
How to choose how much to pay?
If you can afford to pay more to help someone who might not otherwise be able to attend, please pay above the WA cost listed in the price field.
If break-even pricing will strain your budget, pay what you are able.

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Camp Onas 2019
2019-06-07 17:00 - 2019-06-09 15:00 | The comfort of your couch!, PA, United States
Connect, create and play - youth-led Camping Weekend
June 7-9, 2019 Camp Onas, Ottsville, PA

Calling people of all ages and walks of life to share fun and fellowship at the ECRS Camping Weekend!
We’re excited this year to highlight our young (or young adult, really) leaders at Camp Onas 2019. We know that they will bring energy and originality to the weekend.

Newcomers and ECRS veterans alike will enjoy the chance to focus on a theme in daytime classes – whether dancing, singing, informal dramatics, crafts, or games. Then at Evening Program everyone comes together as a community to dance, sing, play games, and socialize over snacks.

Staff Coordinators – Cassie Rubin and David Geron-Neubauer

Scroll down to register. Come… and bring a friend!

Experience the “Fountain of Youth” weekend with activities to engage your senses, build community, and nurture leadership. Find your perfect classes from those below…

Experimenting with Dance (JP McDevitt)
Start with a traditional dance, spice it up with a rock version of the same dance, then fit those steps to different music. Play with this concept some more, blending the familiar with the new. Something out of left field like a Virginia reel to Madonna?! Perhaps some light choreography by the end of the class (no pressure on results!)

Hat Game (Rachael & Josh Silverbauer)
Put games into hats, pick them out and play for about 10 minutes each. You know it will be a blast!
This class has limited room and will only allow for ten participants by sign up only.

Games with Papers and Pencils (Rachael & Josh Silverbauer
Creative games to play witth just these materials in a group -ex: create creature together (one person creates the top half & the other draws bottom half without seeing the top half)

Late Night Dances (Catherine Woods)
Learn some of the traditional NYE dances that we do every year (after the ice cream!) at Winter Workshop. They’re a blast then… they’ll be even more fun if you get some extra practice in!

Crafts (Catherine Woods and Naomi Wattles)
Explore making our own pigments and paint brushes/tools out of natural & nature found materials (berries, twigs, feathers, etc.)

Road Trip Games (David Geron-Neubauer)

Bored with your friends? Don’t have your phone, a gameboy, some cards, or paper and pen? Car games are a perfect solution! This class will use your words, hands, imagination, and the world around you to scratch that boredom itch. Games like “Contact,” “Eye Spy,” “21 Questions,” “Fortunately/Unfortunately” will thrill the mind and make that road trip seem a lot less long.

Mindfulness (Cassie Rubin)
Feeling stressed? Come explore ways to cope with everyday life and situations that seem beyond your control. When you turn your attention inward, you learn that your own mental capacity can truly turn your life around!

Improv (Isaac Lebwohl-Steiner)
Play a part, explore a character, be yourself or someone completely different. Skills for Life: Come, create, and be spontaneous. Through theater games and simple fun scenes we will learn the basic skills of how to be a good improviser both onstage and in life. No improv or theater experience necessary to join the merriment. (Ages 11+)

Active Games (Isaac Lebwohl-Steiner)

A class where fun is compulsory! This is a chance to be together, play together, and let your hair down. We’ll play some new games, some old games, some inclusive and some cooperative (mostly). There’ll be quiet games and raucous ones. You’ll have a chance to work your mind as well as your body and to laugh. Please wear safe footwear and a smile.

Pool Games (Jack Marquess)
Onas wouldn’t be Onas without pool games. Jack will advise, but is handing the reins to a young leader.

Children’s Program with Tim Siftar
Ages 5-11
ECRS offers a completely integrated program for children ages 5-11 during the morning class period on both Saturday and Sunday. Many activities mirror the sense of cooperative play that ECRS is built on. Children attending the program may learn new games, create new crafts, sing silly songs, or even get the chance to share activities they have fun doing at home. Note: Children are expected to stay for the entire program, and are the responsibility of their guardians at all other times. This program will be offered only if at least three children ages 5-11 are registered by May 24.

Preschool
If you have youngsters ages 2–4, we will provide supervised play for them during the morning class period on both Saturday and Sunday. Parents or guardians are welcome, but not required, to join us. This program will be offered only if at least three children ages 2-4 are registered by May 24.

Rates and Registration
Camp Onas is our most affordable weekend event, with platform tents, shared hot shower rooms, and a limited number of dormitory rooms for an additional cost.
Save $$ by registering early!! Extended to May 12.
Late registrations (after May 10) will include an additional late fee of $35. EXtended to May 13.
Newcomers save, too!!
We’d love for you to come to Onas for your first taste of ECRS. Newcomers save $20 on already low prices.
Can’t come for the whole weekend?
We have a Saturday evening only option that includes dinner, Evening Program and Evening Sing for $20.

Tiered Pricing
You decide! If you can afford to pay more to help someone who might not otherwise be able to attend, please choose the “Plus” option (just $20 more than last year’s rate).

If “Full” cost will strain your budget, take advantage of the new Reduced option.

Child – under 14

$45.00

Youth – 14 thru 18

$60.00

First-time ECRS & Reduced

$85.00

Full

$105.00

Plus

$125.00

Texas House +$ 50
Dellview +$75

Site and accomodations

Located just 40 miles north of Philadelphia and 70 miles south-west of New York City, Camp Onas is a summer camp facility situated on 72 acres of woods and rolling hills, with platform tents offering cots and bunk beds. If you prefer, there is also plenty of room to set up your own tent, and a limited number of dormitory-style rooms are available at an additional cost on a first-come first-served basis (dorm rooms may hold up to 8 people). There are shared wash & shower facilities with hot water. No RV hookups. No pets. Smoking is limited to outdoors.

What to Bring

Only a mattress is provided in dorms and platform tents, so bring a sleeping bag (or bedding) and a pillow (nights can be chilly).
Bring a swimsuit for fun in the pool, musical instruments for jamming, a water bottle and a mug for hot drinks between meals (to save on disposable cups).
Don’t forget a flashlight, towel, toiletries, cooler, ice, and campstove (if you want to cook).
Food (see Meals section above) – ECRS provides only Saturday dinner and snacks during the event.

Please Note

ECRS events are fragrance, drug, and alcohol free
All attending are asked to volunteer for one hour to help the weekend run smoothly
Smoking is limited to the outdoors

Non-discrimination Statement
CRS does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation, or gender identity in administration of its admission policies or programs. We are committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all participants.

Disclaimer: By attending this event, you agree to grant ECRS the right to include photographic, video, or other audio/visual portrayals of you or your likeness in promoting ECRS without any compensation being paid to you.

Online Registration Camp Onas 2019

Online registration has closed. However, you can still register by contacting Gabriella Frisone directly at gabriella.elem@gmail.com.
If you are interested in dormitory housing (for an additional cost), please email the weekend registrar, Gabriella Frisone at gabriella.elem@gmail.com to check availability and get a housing code.

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2019 Black Rock Weekend
2019-03-22 16:30 - 2019-03-24 13:00 | Black Rock Retreat Center, 1345 Kirkwood Pike, Quarryville, PA, 17566, United States
Connect, create & play
A weekend getaway to refresh and renew
with an intensive play leadership training option
Black Rock Retreat Center – Lancaster, PA – March 22-24, 2019

Step into spring and join us March 22-24 for a weekend of creative and fun community building
Including an intensive play leadership training option offered by recreation leader expert Howard Moody.

Howard Moody, an advanced trainer in social emotional learning approaches, will offer 10 hours of play leadership training for professionals who use recreation in their work. Ideal for teachers, youth group counselors, recreation therapists, facilitators, and anyone interested in building relational trust with groups.
We’ll have a weekend chock full of a variety of activities, including dancing, singing, informal dramatics, crafts, and games. All attendees will be able to take part in games offered as part of the formal Play Leadership training track.
Play leadership training: an educational consultant and advanced trainer for the Nurtured Heart Approach, Howard will facilitate ten hours of training for those looking to expand their skills in recreation leadership. Click here for more information on Howard Moody and the recreational leadership training track at the Spring Weekend.

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Play Leadership Training

Experience the “Focus on Play” weekend with fun activities designed to engage your senses, develop leadership and build community.

Informal Dramatics with Debra Robert
Discover the creativity within! Activities geared to having fun. Come pretend and act a little. No experience necessary. No one will be put on the spot.

Singing Out Loud with Allie Hajian
Come add your voice to the chorus, singing easy rounds and fun sing along songs together. Feel free to bring your favorite to share, whether way wacky or melodiously moving.

Folk Dancing with Arie Zacharias
We’ll learn dances to a variety of music from around the world – with and without partners. Beginners and those with more experience – come join us, hold hands, and enjoy!

Paper & Pencil and "Late Night Games" with Arnie Zacharias
Explore individual and group games using paper and pencil. Some for in-car travel, others for parties and late night groups. Tried and true over many years at ECRS. Not responsible for excessive laughter.

Games with Howard Moody
Kids and kids at heart (adults!) all need a little play in their lives. Join Howard and those attending his Play Leadership Intensive to experience their expanded games “bag of tricks”!

Bubble printing with Allie Hajian
Recapture the rapturous feeling of blowing bubbles… Big bubbles. Small bubbles. Pink bubbles. Blue bubbles. We’ll blow them in all colors to adorn cards and paper. Expect lots of inspiration – maybe even some insight into the physics of bubbles from our resident rocket scientist.

Line Dancing with Debra Robert and Arnie Zacharias
Have fun dancing to lively music – oldies, country, modern and soul. Experience not at all necessary!

Exploring the Outdoors in Early Spring with Kirk Wattles
Early Spring is our chance to watch the world unfold, as it does every year. We will look most closely at trees. This is a rain or shine class. Please plan to dress for the weather!

Schedule

Registration begins at 4:30 pm on Friday
Dinner served 6 – 6:30 pm
The program for the weekend begins at 7:45 pm Friday evening and concludes with an optional lunch on Sunday afternoon.

Meals
Five delicious buffet meals are served (Friday dinner; Saturday breakfast, lunch, & dinner; Sunday breakfast & optional lunch). Evening snacks are provided.

Rates & Registration

This site requires registration by March 8th. Late registrants may not be accommodated.
Newcomers are half off!

Motel-Style Rooms

Adults
$340 ($355 after February 22)

Ages 3-12
$190 ($205 after February 22)

Dormitory-Style Cabins

Adults
$240 ($255 after February 22)

Ages 3-12
$160 ($175 after February 22)

Save $$$ two ways

Register EARLY. Registrations after February 22nd will include an additional $15 per adult late fee.
Become a MEMBER of ECRS. Members get a $15 deduction from the cost of the weekend. Want to join? Pay dues before the weekend and you can deduct $15.

Site

Black Rock Retreat,1345 Kirkwood Pike, Quarryville, PA 17566(800) 858-9299www.blackrockretreat.comResiding in the midst of the Pennsylvania Dutch Amish Country, Black Rock Retreat is located just 60 miles west of Philadelphia and 65 miles north of Baltimore, MD. Nestled in the heart of 100 acres of woods, Black Rock Retreat has many recreational opportunities, including numerous hiking trails.ECRS has reserved two lodging options: (1) motel-style rooms with one queen-size and two twin beds each, and a private bath (pillow, sheets, blankets, and towels provided), or (2) dormitory-style cabins with bunk beds. Only mattresses are provided (bring your own pillow, sleeping bag or sheets & blankets, towels, and soap). See pricing above for each option.

What to Bring

A flashlight to help navigate dark paths between buildings at night
A mug for hot drinks between meals will save on disposable cups
Your musical instruments for jamming!

Important: If you are staying in a dormitory cabin, be sure to bring a pillow, sleeping bag or sheets, blankets, towels, and soap.

Please Note

ECRS events are fragrance, drug, and alcohol free
All attending are asked to volunteer for one hour to help the weekend run smoothly
Smoking is limited to the outdoors

Cancellation Policy
A $20 cancellation fee will be charged for all cancellations received after March 8th, to handle processing and handling fees.

Non-Discrimination Statement
ECRS does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation, or gender identity in administration of its admission policies or programs. We are committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all participants.

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If you have any problems with online registration, please email me (Allie Hajianahajian@ecrs.org)! I will try to get back to you right away (but realistically within a day) to resolve any registration issues!

Winter Adventure 2018
2018-12-27 16:00 - 2019-01-01 10:30 | The Y at Watson Woods, Dry Run Road, Painted Post, NY, 14870
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Winter Adventure 2018

Start: December 27 @ 4:00 pm End: January 1, 2019 @ 10:30 am

ECRS Winter Adventure is a creative, joyous and alternative holiday experience. We offer an array of classes that are conveniently scheduled, allowing for breaks and free time when participants can relax or offer their own recreational activities. Three tasty, nutritious, buffet-style meals are served daily. At night, we gather for singing, cooperative games, dancing and special theme nights, followed by a refreshing snack. The week culminates in our welcoming the New Year with song, dance, and ceremony. We’re also ideally situated for winter sports and local attractions, including sledding, hiking, and cross-country skiing.

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