Silver Bay | Special Programs at Silver Bay

“Become a certified Archery Instructor, explore Lake George aboard the Floating Classroom, learn some new dance steps.”

Every year Silver Bay hosts a series of Special Programs for all ages. Check out the Program Calendar for a list upcoming events. These programs are available to on-campus guests and members unless otherwise noted.

Check out the Breeze during your visit for a detail schedule of activities and programs!
For more information contact Carolyn Close at 518-543-8833 ext 211 or email .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)

2012 Waterfront Lifeguard Training - June 16-19, 2012
Get the training you need for employment as a lifeguard! Includes instruction in waterfront lifeguarding skills, first aid and CPR for the Professional Rescuer. Prerequisites: must be able to swim 550 yards without stopping, must be able to swim under water; must be 15years old by June 16, 2012.

Download 2012 Waterfront Lifeguard Training form
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Archery Instructor Level 1 Course* - June 23, 2012
This 8 to 12 hour NAA Level 1 Basic Archery Instructor class is designed for 4H, scouts, summer camps, youth organizations, JOAD, County/City ASAP (After School Archery Program) Recreation Department or other short-term program instructors and YMCA instructors. No prior experience is required. Certification is valid for three years; the minimum age for students requires that youth must be in the year of their 16th birthday or older. You'll learn how to set up and operate a safe short-term archery program, how to teach new archers, how to maintain program equipment, and learn common shooting errors and correction, which may also help your own skills. A new component includes a "drills & skills" section, which aids in training new archers. NAA membership is NOT required. This program offers both On-Campus or Program Member and Basic Member or Non-Member Rates

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USTA - Recreational Coaches' Workshop - June 23, 2012*
The USTA wants to ensure that you receive the best possible on-court training available. The skills you will learn at USTA Recreational On-Court Training Workshops will help you grow the sport, increase demand for your instruction and get you more involved. With these goals in mind, the Recreational Coach Workshop (RCW) prepare coaches, instructors and parents to give players an exceptional tennis experience and keep them coming back. – This program is taught by USTA Professionals and is perfect for camp staff and individuals alike. This program is geared towards adults and teens (age 13-17). This program offers both On-Campus or Program Member and Basic Member or Non-Member Rates

Download USTA Recreational Coaches Workshop Registration Form
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Music Camp* - June 25, 2012-June 29, 2012

Students grades 5-12 choose band, chorus, orchestra, jazz ensemble rehearsals, private lessons, including piano and guitar. Music Camp Recital is July 1, 2011. This program offers both On-Campus or Program Member and Basic Member or Non-Member Rates

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New York State Safe Boaters Course* - July 2-3, 2012, July 9-10, 2012, August 6-9, 2012 & August 13-17, 2012
The course is designed as a comprehensive boating course, teaching the fundamentals of safe boating operation. Regardless of your age you must hold a safety certificate in order to operate a personal watercraft (jet-ski) in New York State. And if you are at least 10 years old and less than 18 years old, you must hold a safety certificate in order to operate a motorboat in New York State. As of Jan 1, 2011 you must be 14 years old to operate a personal watercraft with a safety certificate. Must be at least 10years old by the first class. Must attend all class sessions for a total of 8 hrs. Bring a Pencil, workbooks will be provided. This program offers both On-Campus or Program Member and Basic Member or Non-Member Rates

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Silver Bay's Red Clay Challenge Cup- July 20-21, 2012

Join us for the first annual Silver Bay Red Clay Challenge Cup, scheduled for July 20-21, 2012. Coaches Dr. Paul Arciero of Skidmore College and Rolland LeBlanc of the Saratoga YMCA will each coach a team of participants as they compete for Cup honors. This is a round-robin doubles, gender-blind event open to players of all abilities, with a 3.5-and-under division, and a 3.5-and-over division. Matches will be played 8:30-5:30 Saturday; semi-final and final matches will be played Sunday, beginning at 11am. The event includes lunch each day, an off-site cocktail party Saturday night, prizes, and a grand prize of a Silver Bay voucher for winners valued at $150. Spaces are limited to 32 players. Early Bird Discount if you sign up before July 1st. Sign-up now!

Download Red Clay Challenge Cup Registration Form

Dance Week - July 2-6, 2012, August 13-17, 2012
Learn to merengue, tango, foxtrot, swing and salsa with David & Nina Endicott, two of the New York City dance instructors featured in the documentary “Mad Hot Ballroom”. Daily lessons followed by the Silver Bay Ball on Friday (Ages 16 and up).

Silver Bay’s Family Conference - August 4-18, 2012
These two weeks are Silver Bay’s own conference including an enhanced concert and lecture series, environmental education trips of LGA Float Classroom pontoon boat*, family programs, a Sunday Brunch and much more...

Family Conference Calendar of Events - Aug. 4 - 10, 2012

Family Conference Calendar of Events - Aug. 11 - 17, 2012

Mozart Singers - August 13-17, 2012
Led by Dr. Davis Giersch Mozart Singers rehearse Monday through Friday from 1:00 to 2:30 in preparation for our vespers performance Friday evening. Mozart Singers is for those who love to sing great choral music.

Team Triathlon - August 16, 2012
The course consists of ½ mile swim, 1 ½ mile kayak paddle and 3 mile run. Each team must consist of three participants. And all participants must be 13 years or older (Swimmers and Kayakers under 18 must see the race director prior to the race to be pre-approved). This program offers both On-Campus or Program Member and Basic Member or Non-Member Rates

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Family Weekends
More than just your summer place, Silver Bay has set aside the following weekends for members and guests to enjoy seasonal activities, fun for the whole family. Memorial Day Weekend May 25-28, 2012 and Columbus Day Weekend October 5-8, 2012