Because of limited space for hosting, there has to be cap on the number of applicants.  Below is the letter of introduction to camp, the sponsors, and the list of participants.

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LETTER OF INTRODUCTION.  The 2010 N.A.B.O. Udaleku will be hosted by the Zazpiak Bat Basque club in Reno, Nevada at Bishop Manogue Catholic High School. There will be a meet & greet at the school (110 Bishop Manogue Drive, Reno, Nevada 89511) on Sunday June 20 starting at 3pm. This will be check-in as well as an opportunity for parents to meet host families.

The final performance will be held on Friday, July 2nd also at Manogue with all classes taking place at Bishop Manogue as well.  Participants will be lodged with local Basque families. To be eligible for Udaleku, one must be from 10–15 years old, born between June 15, 2000 and January 1, 1995.

This year’s theme is Bizkaia (themes alternate through the various Basque regions) so besides learning Basque dances from that area, the participants will also be have the opportunity to learn, Txistu, Mus, Euskara, and Basque Singing, as well as being introduced to cultural aspects specific to the Bizkaian region.  We will also have outings to Wild Waters water park, Rancho San Rafael, the Center for Basque Studies and UNR campus and to sheepcamp just north of Truckee, California.

We are very fortunate to have Jexux Larrea and Eneko Espino joining us again from the Basque Country. They will be teaching dance and txistu respectively. We will also have Izaskun Kortazar, NABO Euskara chair teaching Basque through BOGA, and Dr. Lisa Corcostegui teaching the Basque culture classes again.  Joseba Etxarri will also be there to help out with sing-along’s, especially on San Juan, and wherever else he can with the triki.

All checks should be made payable to N.A.B.O.  Participants must arrange their own transportation to and from Reno.  Transportation after arrival in Reno will be handled by local members.  Participants will stay in local houses through Thursday night, July 1st and then depart following the final performance; if you wish to stay longer, you will need to need to make separate arrangements.  Participants depart following the final performance and dinner on Friday, July 2nd at Bishop Manogue.  Parents and friends are invited to attend. Reservations should be made by June 25th for this final dinner-show.  Please email Kate Camino kcamino@unr.edu

In just under two weeks participants will be exposed to many aspects of Basque culture. It is also a great way to form lasting friendships throughout our Basque community. Although camp is a fun activity, participants will be expected to work hard and respect the instructors.  Disruptive behavior will not be tolerated, and will be grounds for expulsion from camp.  Any participant asked to leave camp will be responsible for immediate travel arrangements home.   

UDALEKU 2010

Location: Reno, Nevada  

Dates:  June 20--July 2, 2010  

Price:  $300.00 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, 2000 and January 1, 1995.
 

What does the tuition fee of $300.00 include?  The 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,, culture, and txistu. 
 

Can I turn my application in late?  This year’s camp will be capped at 70 participants so applications will be accepted on a first come first served basis.
 

I am turning 16 in 2009, and don’t make the cut off for participants. Is there some way I can be involved in Udaleku?  Those turning 16 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. 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. 
 

How can I volunteer to keep children or work at camp?  Please contact local housing coordinator Cherie Valcarce at cvalcarce@washoe.k12.nv.us or camp director Kate Camino kcamino@unr.edu  
 

Can parents observe Udaleku on a day to day basis?   Yes, but they must first ask permission to do so from the local Udaleku director–Kate Camino.
 

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 Reno 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.
 

Weather in Reno is hot (90-100 degrees) during Udaleku.  Please bring comfortable clothing, and shoes that you can dance in (high top sneakers or strap sandles are not recommended).  If you are bringing medicine to camp, please indicate it on the medical release form so that we know when it should be taken.  If you suffer from hay fever or have any allergies to plants, food, or trees, be sure to bring your medication and indicate it on the medical release form.  Please bring the following items to camp:

___      BASQUE DANCING COSTUME
___      Tennis Shoes (required for Pelota)
___      Txistu (poxpolin if you already have one)
___      Dance shoes: espadrille or abarkak 
___      Boys: bring a regular white shirt and blue or black pants
___      Sleeping bag and pillow
___      Prescribed medicine (if any)
___      Comb, brush, bath towels, soap with container, other toiletries
___      Windbreaker / sweatshirt / sweater
___      Hair Dryer
___      T-shirts
___      Long pants and shorts
___      socks, shoes, underwear
___      Church clothes
___      watch / travel alarm clock
__        swimsuit

 

1.            You will respect your hosting families.  We are counting on you to be on your best behavior, and that your will make your hosting families happy to have opened their homes to you. 

2.            You will not take, borrow, or use anything from your hosts without asking permission.

3.            You will not make telephone calls without permission.  The Basque  Center has a pay phone, so it might be a good idea to bring a pre-paid phone card to use.

4.            You will not leave the house without permission, and without the host knowing where you are.  They are responsible for you, and must know your whereabouts.

5.            You will not help yourselves to the items in their pantries or refrigerator.  Your meals will be eaten at the Center

6.            You will respect any rules the hosting family sets.

7.            You will not make excessive noise in your host house.  Most people will work during the day, and will not appreciate noise after a certain hours. 

8.            You will get up on time, and be ready to leave the house when needed.

9.            You will have laundry done once a week.  Please do not expect the hosting family to do laundry more than that.

10.          Any misconduct will result in immediate dismissal from camp.