TWO APPLICATION FORMS: 
Application form | Medical & Liability Release Form
 

1. MUSIC – Every student must make an attempt to learn the txistu.

2. DANCE – Every student will be expected to participate in dance rehearsals and make an attempt to learn as many dances as possible.

3. SINGING – Participants will take part in singing sessions in which both old and new, northern and southern, Basque songs will be learned.

4. LANGUAGE – This being a Basque music camp, “Euskera” or the Basque language should be present and apparent.  No one can learn the language in two weeks, but an effort should be made to introduce the language to those who vaguely remember it and even to those who hear it at home.  Instruction of dance and music should be in Basque as much as possible.  Province/group work (see below) would provide an introduction and several hours of learning.

5. GROUPS – All the participants will be divided up into seven groups, one for each of the seven Basque provinces.  (If nothing else, some will learn that there are seven provinces.)  The function of these groups is to better organize the camp, coordinate instruction and cleanup duties.

·         Mus and Pelota/Pala Instructions – In their groups, all would learn the basics and by the second week a tournament would begin.

·         Euskera Instruction – All participants (except perhaps those that are fluent) would attend two to four hours of Basque class, to learn some of the basics and encourage students to perhaps continue learning their language.

·         Cooking Instruction – This is both practical and beneficial.  Students in their groups would take turns learning some simple cooking techniques to take home with them and also to help out with the meals during the camp.

·         Province/Group Project – Each group would prepare an informative presentation on Basque culture or history to present to the rest of camp.

 

Frequently asked questions

UDALEKU 2008

Location:  Buffalo, Wyoming

Dates:  June 15 – June 28, 2008

Price:  $250.00 per participant

Who can attend Udaleku?   Participants must be between the ages of 10 through 15 years of age, members of a NABO organization, and have current medical insurance.

What is the cut off year of birth for Udaleku participation?   Participants must be born between June 15, 1998 and January 1, 1993.

What does the tuition fee of $250.00 include?  The $250.00 cost covers meals, accommodations, lessons, and outings for the duration of the camp.

What will participants learn at Udaleku?   Participants can expect to focus on the following Basque topics: dance, songs, euskara, mus, pilota, culture, and txistu.

When will applications for participants be available, and how do I get one?  Applications for participants will be available here at the NABO website by the end of February.

Can I turn my application in late?  Due to the high demand for spots in Udaleku, late applications will not be accepted.

I am turning 16 in 2006, and don’t make the cut off for participants. Is there some way I can be involved in Udaleku?  Those turning 16 in 2006 and older can apply for the position of Udaleku Aide. The aide will help the teachers in the running of the camp and lessons. This is a paid position, with one to three aides being hired for this camp. Applications can be found on the NABO website. The deadline for the aide application is May 1^st. The Udaleku Organizers will determine who will be hired as aide. Applicants will be notified by the end of May.

Where will participants be housed?  Participants will be housed with local Basque Club members.

Can I request that my child be paired in a house with a certain individual?  Requests can be made, but there is no guarantee that the request can be honored.

When can I expect to receive information on where my child will be housed?  Housing information should be available after June 1^st, or two weeks after the application deadline.

How can I volunteer to keep children or work at camp?  Please contact dantzari@wbaccess.net directly.

Can parents observe Udaleku on a day to day basis?   No. No one will be allowed on site besides participants and staff without the express authorization of the Bighorn Basque Club and the Udaleku director

Will I need to bring my own txistu?  If you would like to bring your own instrument, you may. Please make sure that both the instrument and case are clearly marked with your name. Neither N.A.B.O. or the Bighorn Basque Club will be responsible for lost instruments. If you do not have an instrument, or prefer to not bring yours, poxpolins will be provided by Udaleku. Participants will be able to keep the poxpolins at the end of camp.

Which Airport is best to fly into?  You will need to fly into either Billings, Montana or Gillette, WY on Saturday, June 14^th.  Udaleku will arrange transportation from the airport to Buffalo.  Departures should be scheduled for June 28^th.