ROTARY YOUTH PROGRAM of ENrichment
Applicant and Club Information Rotary District 9600 RYPEN 2013
WHEN: 6 – 8 September 2013
WHERE: Cross Ridge, Luther Heights, David Low Way, Coolum Beach.
COST: $ 230.00 per nomination
CLOSING DATE: COB 9 August 2013
As there can only be 40 students attend, there will be a cut off point (late applications will not be accepted), but those who do not get in, may be placed on a waiting list for the next camp in 2014.
NOTE: We always have more applicants than we have positions for. Be early to send your cheque with the application, to secure your student’s place at the next camp.
It is the Rotary Club’s responsibility to oversee the nominees are transported to and from the camp/bus pickup point, to arrive by 5:45pm on Friday 6 September 2013 for Registration and dinner. Parents may drive their child if they prefer. Parents picking up children may pre-book and pay for lunch on Sunday 8th.
It is not satisfactory for the student to miss any of the activities; if they cannot attend all of the camp, please nominate another.
Please detach the bottom part of this form and forward it with the student’s nomination form and your cheque made out to “District 9600 RYPEN” There is no refund if students cancel and do not arrive.
Please only use this nomination form – one for each applicant. ………………………………………DETACH HERE………………………………………
Cheques to: Rotary International District 9600 Ltd RYPEN Camp.
Post individual applications, signed pledge & one cheque per Club to: Rick Duguid
District RYPEN Committee, P.O. Box 750
TOOWONG Q 4066.
PLEDGE: Members of the Rotary Club of ………………………………………………………… support the nomination of the person named below and their form is attached.
We accept responsibility for the arrangement/transportation of the nominees to and from the camp/bus point on 6 & 8 September 2013.
Signed ……………………………………….. on behalf of the Rotary Club.
Date: ………………………….. (prior to Friday 9 August 2013)
Nominee’s Details (Please PRINT clearly – THIS IS IMPORTANT!)
Full Name….………………………………………………………………………………………………….. (This will go on your certificate)
Preferred Name or Nick Name for your name badge……………………………………………………………..
Birth date…………/……………/…………… M / F Home Ph………………………………………………….
Mob…………………………………………………………………..
Current Email: (Check clarity – we need to communicate!)
Home/ Postal Address………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….
School Attending …………………………………………………………………………………………………………..year level…………
Sport, Hobbies and Interests ………………………………………………………………………………………………………
Tee Shirt Size: M/F ………………
Special Requests
Physical……………………………………………………………. Allergies:…………………………………………………………….
Dietary Requirements:………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….
Other:……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..
PARENT/GUARDIAN ACCEPTANCE
This RYPEN camp is conducted and supervised by Rotarians and Rotaract-ors, who live-in with participants. All have Blue Cards for working with children. Clear Rules of Conduct will be adhered to by all attendees, ensuring the safety and well-being of each participant.
Luther Heights is an alcohol and smoke free venue. Please ensure participants understand that clearly.
Accident Insurance is in place for all events for Rotary District 9600. We do need your approval to seek medical assistance should an emergency occur. Parent/ Carer please sign and date below to give approval for your child to attend. Applicants will not be accepted unless the Medicare Number is supplied.
I give the RYPEN Committee permission to arrange Ambulance transport and medical attention for my
son/daughter/ward ………………………………………………………………....if it is considered necessary and I will be notified as soon as practicable.
Medicare Number…………………………………………………..
Signed Parent/Guardian……………………………………………………………………
Your sponsoring Rotary Club,………………………………………………………………… has agreed to pay the $230 attendance fee.
Signed on behalf of Rotary Club………………………………………………………..
Indicate Mode of Travel – bus departing Brisbane Fri 6 Sept, arriving Brisbane 8 Aug 2013:
TIMES ARE APPROXIMATE – DEPENDS ON TRAFFIC.
Kedron Wavell Services Club Entrance at Chermside Fri: 4:00pm Sun: 4/4:30 pm
BP Service Stations Burpengary Fri: 4:45pm Sun: 3:20pm
Aussie World Fri: Fri: 5:40pm Sun: 2:40pm
Own Arrangements: private car
What is RYPEN? What does RYPEN do?
RYPEN is the Rotary Youth Program of Enrichment. RYPEN is a weekend camp held once each year.
RYPEN targets young people aged 14 to 17. It is a personal development program fostering leadership skills through small groups. Skills called upon include communicating ideas, scenario problem solving and social experiences that will assist participants in forming their own robust values and moral standards.
Who can go to the RYPEN camp? Anyone aged between 14years to 17.
It is not necessarily for top students, school representatives or the obvious young leaders. The ideal candidate is the teenager who will benefit from confidence building, encouragement, a guiding hand or simply the chance to learn more about their own capabilities.
How is the RYPEN camp organised and conducted?
Approximately 30–40 students participate in each camp. They are divided into groups of 6 to 8 with two leaders (aged18-30) being responsible for each group. Selected Rotarians attend the camp to provide mentorship for all and ensure quality delivery of the program. The 9600 District RYPEN committee is composed of Rotarians who are responsible for compiling and reviewing the program. All RYPEN leaders hold a current Blue Card that is issued by the Commission for Children and Young People and Child Guardian.
How do you obtain a place to attend the Camp?
Rotary Clubs in the district are invited to sponsor students and leaders. The cost to sponsor a student is $230 and a leader, $250. A list of suitable Rotary Clubs can be found by visiting Rotary District 9600 home page - www.rotary9600.org – click on Our Clubs link, and then click on Clubs.
When and where is RYPEN?
Cross Ridge Camp, Luther Heights, David Low Way, Coolum Beach
This year the RYPEN camp will commence on the weekend of:
Friday evening 6 September 2013 at 5.30pm and concludes at 2.00pm Sunday afternoon 8 September 2013 at.
Closing date for applications and payments is COB Friday 9 August 2013.
Cheques only to Rotary International District 9600 Ltd RYPEN Camp.
Post with the Pledge to:
Rick Duguid
District RYPEN Committee
P.O. Box 750
TOOWONG Q 4066.
Transport
Limited bus transport is available from Brisbane to Coolum and provided by Rotary. This bus will pick up/drop off at Kedron Wavell Services Club, BP service stations at Burpengary and Aussie World at Glenview. Participants outside this bus route should approach their parents or local Rotary Clubs to assist with transport.
How does a student register for RYPEN?
An application form is available from your local Rotary Club or Interact Club or on the Rotary District 9600 web site. www.rotary9600.org
Visit to host clubs after RYPEN Camp
Soon after the RYPEN Camp certificates will be sent out to host Rotary clubs for the club to present to the participants. Usually the participants give their report to the club at the same meeting. Clubs are encouraged to contact the participant for a suitable date.
What should participants bring to the RYPEN Camp?
· Bring enough clothes for the three days including some warm clothes as it can get cold.
· Bring old runners, clothing and towel for water activities, hats and sunscreen for outdoor activities on Saturday afternoon.
· A small amount of money may be used buying soft drinks and snack food from vending machines at the camp site. Dinners, suppers, breakfasts, lunches and morning and afternoon teas will be provided. The food is great! Please inform us on the application form of any special dietary requirements.
· Bedding including sleeping bags and pillows.
· Towel and toiletries, rubber thongs for showers.
· A torch
· An open mind and a pen for taking notes and swapping contact details (if you want).
Who is Rotary and What do they do?
Rotary is a service organisation of business and professional women and men, who conduct humanitarian projects working towards world understanding and peace. Rotary encourages high ethical standard in all vocations and supports local community groups.
Some Rotary programmes include:
· Camps for 14-17 year olds - RYPEN.
· Camps for 18-25 year olds - RYLA.
· Student exchange with overseas countries
· Working to control Malaria (world-wide)
· Working to eradicate Polio – almost achieved (world-wide)
· Medical aid & surgery for children from overseas (eg PNG, Fiji, Solomon’s)
· Providing food hampers for needy families
· Stationery kits for children in PNG
· Recognition of excellence in the work place (Pride of Workmanship Awards)
· Shelter boxes in times of disaster
For further RYPEN information contact:
Ms Rick Duguid - ph 31913342 (h)
MOB: 0414 453 471
EMAIL:
Visit Rotary District 9600 home page - www.rotary9600.org -
click on Emerging Generations link, and click on RYPEN
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