August 3, 2020
August 3rd Newsletter
Sometimes it’s impossible to comprehend what’s going in the world right now. Yet what inspires me everyday are the stories I see and hear from our members about how they’ve successfully pivoted their lives in ways they never thought possible. 
So in this newsletter I wanted to share some words of wisdom that has helped me and many of our members through this pandemic. Feel free to share yours by replying to this email.
  • "Keep calm and carry on"
  • "A life lived in fear is a life half lived" 
  • "Worry is like a rocking chair: It gives you something to do but never gets you anywhere" 
  • "Nothing in life is to be feared, it is only to be understood. Now is the time to understand more, so that we may fear less."

Mike Melstad

YMCA Community Badminton
Hey Red Wing YMCA & Community Members.

We are going to be having a family friendly game of badminton this Wednesday, August 5th- 5 PM. Please join us. We will have several games depending on the ages, skills, and competition levels. I can't wait to have a little bit of fun with our friends and neighbors. Hope to see you Wednesday night. Drop us a message if you have any questions or comments. Let us know or comment if you can make it.

Health & Happiness
Heather Flock
Update from the pool!
COVID BUSINESS PLAN UPDATED 7/31
For the updated Aquatic COVID business plan please visit the link below. The COVID business plan includes schedules, policies and procedures to have a safe and fun visit to the pool.

It is also posted on the wall in the family locker room. Check back often for changes that may be coming.


New!

Hot Tub
The hot tub is open. It is cooler then what is normal. We are waiting on parts to get it into tip top shape. It is safe to be in but may not be as warm as desired.

Maximum 3 people.
You must remain 6 ft from all others.
Time limit of 15 minutes.
Shower off before getting in.

Private Swim Lessons
To sign up for private swim lessons. Please email Nickie at nschmitt@redwingymca.org. Keep an eye out for more information on upcoming small group lessons starting in Fall.

Follow Red Wing YMCA Aquatics on Facebook for up to date pool information!

Questions? email:
Nickie Schmitt- Aquatics Director
nschmitt@redwingymca.org




Experience Camp Pepin 2020


Friends, Families and Support

Hello Camp Pepin Families and Friends!
It's been a week since my last message about Camp Pepin 2020- the 'Lost and Found' Summer.

We have had so many new people fall in Love with Camp Pepin. I would like to introduce you to Steve and Karen, from Maine, who have been traveling America for the last 150 days and convened at camp for a week with their daughter and her partner from Chicago. Here is what Karen, a septuagenarian, had to say:

"Dear Camp Pepin, Martha, Erik and Volunteers-
This was the best way to vacation with my family during this Covid19 time. It was relaxing X6! It gave me time to visit, talk , laugh, and all without touching. Reminders of our experiences with camps was nostalgic. Hope your efforts helped sustain the camp for another year. Let us know if adults/families are invited back another time. We'll pack in a flash!
Karen

It is different than our usual summer, but providing for some different and important needs this year.

With Peace and Gratitude,
Your Camp Director, Martha Harris


We just had some weekends open in August so register TODAY!
We are offering over a 25% discount for weekday rentals on some of our cabins in August. *

Register today for the new Camp Pepin 2020 experience:

Use the links below to check availability and make a reservation:
Treetops House * Monday- Thursday Discounts Aug 17-Aug 27
Y's 2 Left * Monday- Wednesday Discounts Aug 10- Aug 26
Faith * Monday- Thursday Discounts Aug 3- Sept 3
Lion's Den (fridge, microwave and AC on the lake)


Donate or Volunteer today! Contact mharris@redwingymca.org.
We have wind and waves, paddle boards, canoes, kayaks, disc golf, yard games, fishing and more at Camp Pepin.
And Ice! Come see us.

Email Mharris@redwingymca.org for more information.
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