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Cabin Life
WHAT ARE THE CABINS LIKE?
All cabins have bunk beds and plastic covered mattresses. Most beds have a cubby hole near the camper's head for
personal items. At least one counselor, 19 years or older, is in each cabin with the campers. All cabins except
Frontier (no electricity) have either ceiling fans or attic fans to help with air flow. Some counselors also have
additional fans. While cabins are somewhat close together, there is some separation between boys and girls cabins.
HOW ARE THE CABIN GROUPS DETERMINED?
Campers are placed in cabins by age and gender. Cabins generally house up to 8 campers that are within one year of
age to one another i.e. 7-8, 8-9, 9-10, 10-11, 11-12. One or 2 counselors of the same gender live in each cabin.
Teen cabins may have more than 8 campers per cabin, although the camper to staff ratio remains small. Parents will
have the opportunity to meet counselors on both the opening and closing day of camp.
CAN FRIENDS BE IN THE SAME CABIN?
On the registration form, you may request a maximum of 3 campers of similar age to be in the same cabin. They are
to be within one year of age of one another and in the same program. If 4 campers want to be in the same cabin
together, we ask that you divide them into 2 groups of 2 and they will be in different cabins. This helps them meet
new friends, and more importantly, helps incorporate everyone into the cabin group. About 30% of the campers
come to camp with a buddy. Please contact the camp office if you have added a buddy after you registered for
Camp.
WHERE DO THE CAMPERS COME FROM?
97% of all campers are from Ohio, with the majority coming from central and west-central Ohio. The campers
represent all socio-economic groups and approximately 1 child in 8 attends camp through the YMCA's "Kids to
Camp" financial assistance program. If in need, please contact the camp office for a financial assistance application.
We appreciate donations to our "Kids to Camp" Financial Assistance program to help fund those in need!
WHAT ARE THE RESTOOMS LIKE?
The summer cabins are a short distance from the shower houses. There are separate shower houses for boys and for
girls. All restrooms have been remodeled in the last 10 years. All include flush toilets with individual stall doors
and individual shower stalls with plenty of hot water, and lots of sinks. Restrooms are supervised by cabin
counselors who make sure all campers have showers at least every other day, although most campers take daily
showers. Campers will need a small bucket or toiletry bag to take to the shower house. Names on all toiletries and
the bag are extremely helpful! The boys and girls shower houses are separate and in different parts of camp.
Campers in our winterized cabins have restrooms in the cabin and include two sinks, two toilets and a shower.
Ranch Campers have winterized restrooms as part of their "Chuckwagon" and are a short distance from the cabins.
Most Ranch campers leave their toiletries in the shower house for the week.
Frontier Campers come to main camp for showers and have Port-a-johns as their primary restrooms.
HOW MANY CAMPERS ARE IN CAMP EACH WEEK?
YMCA Camp Willson averages between 150 and 190 campers each week. Frontier (housing 12 campers and 3 staff)
and Ranch (housing 20-24 campers and 4-5 staff) are outpost areas and are not generally in main camp. In addition
to our YMCA programs, we also host additional groups who use our facilities, but provide their own program.
These groups have 20 to 100 participants and adult leaders. Groups include church camps, special needs camps,
social service agencies and band camps. Most have joined us for summer camp for many years.
WHAT IS THE CAMP DISCIPLINE POLICY
Clear expectations for behavior are set at the beginning of each session. Using the YMCA core values of caring,
honesty, respect, and responsibility, as well as the golden rule, counselors reinforce proper behavior and appropriate
interactions with fellow campers. The counselor works with the group when a camper (or group of campers) has
difficulty with camp rules or with one another. When there are repeated offenses, the child/group may be involved
in a time out or other similar situations. If the situation doesn’t improve, the camper(s) may be taken to a director
for further discussion, time away from the rest of the campers, or parents being called to either pick up the camper or
to talk with the camper. Sometimes the solution involves a nap because the child is overtired and is just plain
cranky. We try to adapt our discipline techniques to ways that create a positive environment and outcome for both
the child and the camp community.
WHAT IF MY CHILD BECOMES HOMESICK DURING THE WEEK?
Part of the resident camp experience is adjusting to new situations and people. Our counselors are trained to watch
for warning signs and work to keep the camper involved in the camp program. Some campers make the transition
quickly and others more slowly; sometimes even veteran campers get homesick. In most cases, homesickness does
not last more than 2-3 days. We tell our campers that homesickness is a “normal” feeling because it is natural to
miss family, home, friends, and pets. Packing a special stuffed animal, having things to do at rest hour (reading,
Mad Libs, word puzzles), writing and receiving letters are all helpful. Our most common times for campers to feel
homesick are at bedtime, meal times and at rest hour. When busy and involved, they are rarely homesick.
If homesickness issues appear in your child’s correspondence, s/he will have probably made the adjustment by the
time you reply. Telling your child prior to camp, “I’ll come pick you up if you don’t like it” creates undue stress on
campers, staff and parents. It is better to assume a camper will make it through the brief adjustment period and
parents can work to place confidence in your child before arrival at camp. However, if homesickness continues after
the brief adjustment period, we will call to discuss the situation. By working together, we are confident your camper
will make a healthy adjustment.
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WHAT HAPPENS IF A CHILD BRINGS A "DO NOT BRING" ITEM TO CAMP (such as MP3’s, food,
candy)?
On Sundays, the Counselor asks the child if they brought any items that they were not supposed to bring. If a child
has an item, it is collected and given to a director for safe keeping for the week and given back at the end of the
week. Please encourage the child to leave these items at home!
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Advice from the Camp Director and Seasoned Camp Parents
- Involve the camper in the packing process. Let them choose the clothes they want to bring (it helps to get them
to change their clothes!). Follow the packing list and check it twice!
- For the younger camper, some parents have had great success with packing each day’s clothing in a ziplock bag.
All the camper needs to do is pull out the bag and they have their underwear, socks, shirt and shorts – they are
ready for the day!
- Suitcases that allow the camper to see everything in the suitcase works best. When using duffel bags, the kids
often have difficulty "finding" things in all the pockets. A Rubbermaid-type container works well (name on the container).
- Leave the "good stuff" at home! We try to get all lost items claimed each day, but items are often left behind.
It's much more fun to get dirty and not worry about losing something when you know you’re not going to get in
trouble at home for losing or getting some clothing dirty.
- Put your last name on everything (towels, sleeping bag, toiletry kit, clothes, disposable camera, books). Also
put your last name on your suitcase!
- Provide a laundry bag for kids to put dirty laundry in.
- In addition to a sleeping bag, bring a fitted bottom and top twin sheet set. It keeps the child off the plastic
mattress cover and is great when it is really warm.
- A sleeping bag is most helpful to have for our sleep under the stars night! You can use blankets and sheets for
the rest of the week, but please bring a sleeping bag.
- Bedwetting happens at camp more than you would think! If your child has a chronic bedwetting issue, please
consider "pull ups" for the younger camper (they can change in a bathroom stall with no one knowing); as well
as an extra set of sheets and pajamas. The sleeping bag should be thin (or use blankets and sheets) so they can
easily get washed in our household size washer & dryer. Encourage the camper to let their counselor know if
there is a problem the next morning. The counselor and camper discretely take the soiled bed sheets and
pajamas to the Health Supervisor for washing before rest hour.
- For the youngest campers, practice taking showers, washing their own hair at home without assistance.
- Come to an open house or family day if you haven’t been to Willson before. This helps cut down on opening
day jitters for a new camper!
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Who Are The Staff And How Are They Trained?
HOW ARE WILLSON STAFF CHOSEN FOR THEIR JOB?
In 2007, 50% of our Camp Staff had previous experience with Willson; either as a returning Counselor, a former
camper, or part of our year round staff team. YMCA Camp Willson employs 50-55 counselors and directors each
summer. Our Sr. Counselor minimum age is 19 years old and Seasonal Directors are at least 21 years old. We have
several 17 year Jr. Counselors and 18 year old Counselors who assist Sr. Counselors in the cabin. Jr. Counselors
and Counselors are usually former campers who participated in our Counselor-in-Training program.
All staff (including returning staff) go through an interview process that includes a personal interview, reference
checks, and a fingerprint background check.
As a YMCA, one of our goals is to promote world wide understanding among our staff and campers. As a result,
YMCA Camp Willson actively recruits camp counselors through International agencies, including the YMCA. We
work with several companies that recruit staff from a variety of countries. In addition to the interviews and
background checks that the International Agencies perform, Willson's Summer Camp Director also interviews these
candidates. In past years, we have had staff from Australia, New Zealand, England, the Netherlands, Germany and
other countries. Please check out the flags in the dining hall and try to identify the countries represented this summer!
SHOULD WE/CAN WE TIP THE STAFF AT THE END OF THE WEEK?
No! YMCA staff are not permitted to receive tips or gratuities from parents. If you would like to make a donation
to the "Kids to Camp" scholarship fund in their name, please talk with a director on Saturday!
WHAT THINGS DO YOU LOOK FOR IN HIRING STAFF?
First and foremost, we look for counselors who are excited to work with children. Our outdoor setting and facilities
attract many applicants, and allows us to choose only those whose experience and personality will fit with our
campers. We look for a positive attitude, dedication to our Mission and Values, and a solid background in work and
volunteerism.
WHAT IS THE STAFF TO CAMPER RATIO?
In traditional camp we maintain at least a 1 to 8 ratio. Cabin groups are a maximum of 8 campers with one or two
counselors in each cabin. Our teen programs operate at a ratio of one adult to at least 6 campers.
WHAT DOES YOUR STAFF TRAINING CONSIST OF?
All staff members participate in a one-week training that covers child abuse prevention, tips for working with
children, skill development sessions and much more. In addition, Willson’s Lifeguard Instructor trains at least 12
staff each year in life guarding (we average 20 lifeguards/summer with returning certified staff). The equestrian
staff participates in a seasonal certification clinic sponsored by the Certified Horsemanship Association (CHA).
Additional trainings prior to the start of staff training include First Aid and CPR, Archery, and Air Riflery.
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Health and Safety
HOW IS HEALTH CARE HANDLED?
YMCA Camp Willson employs an on-site Health Supervisor who is trained in first aid and CPR. The Health
Supervisor is usually a registered nurse, or is a staff person who is in consultation with a registered nurse or licensed
physician. The Health Supervisor follows treatment procedures for dealing with anticipated illnesses and injuries
that have been reviewed by a licensed physician. Campers at the Ranch and Frontier receive any medication or
general health care from their Director or designated counselor. For more serious situations, the camper meets with
the Health Supervisor. Camp counselors provide care for teens on trips or they are taken to a medical facility at
their location.
- Parents mail the health history, Parent/Camper Information Sheet, and final payment of fees at least 2 weeks
before the beginning of the camp session.
- The Health Supervisor reviews the health history and Parent/Camper Information Sheets prior to the arrival of
the campers.
- The Camp Counselor reviews the Parent/Camper Information Sheet.
- During Check-In, all parents and campers will meet with the Health Care team to review all health histories
with the parent. The Health Supervisor will also collect all medications during check in.
- All medications are entered into the Health Log Book and the Health Supervisor distributes all medications at
the prescribed times.
- If a camper has a medical need during the week, s/he will take a buddy to the Health Center, see the Health
Supervisor and receive treatment. Most Health Supervisors do a great job in discerning the difference between
a medical need and homesickness/needing extra attention and treat accordingly.
- Sometimes a child needs to be confined to the Health Center. Our Health Center has a treatment room and two
isolation rooms. The Health Supervisor lives in an attached apartment.
- Parents are contacted usually in cases of persistent fever of 101+; contagious illness; head lice; a Health Center
stay over 24 hours; injury/illness requiring care beyond our Health Supervisor's skill.
NOTE:
- Please inform the Health Supervisor if your child needs behavior management medication before breakfast each
morning! Check with the family physician to see if medication dosing needs altered to work within the camp
schedule of activity between 8:00 am and 9:00 pm.
- Call the camp director prior to the start of camp for any extenuating medical or behavioral issues. We want to
partner with parents and campers to provide the best possible camp experience. Your full disclosure helps us
provide adequate support to help the camper be successful!
WHAT IF MY CHILD HAS AN EMOTIONAL, MENTAL, SOCIAL OR PHYSICAL SPECAL NEED?
Please contact a YMCA Camp Director. We have been very successful with children who are able to function in a
mainstream situation when the parents and child meet with a camp director prior to registration to honestly discuss a
camper’s situation and determine if Camp Willson is a good match for the child. This meeting usually consists of a
tour of camp that allows the director to assess the child’s need and become better acquainted with one another.
Sometimes our course of action is to have a second counselor in the cabin for assistance or a primary counselor with
additional training. Sometimes it is to create a bond between the director and camper so that if there is difficulty
during the week, they would have already met the director. Each situation is unique to the camper, but with honest
dialog, we all have a good starting point!
DOES MY CHILD NEED TO SEE A DOCTOR PRIOR TO ATTENDING CAMP?
Each camper needs to have had a physical in the last 24 months. Written evidence of the physical is not required,
but the date of the last physical is required on the health history.
If a camper takes any prescription medication, the doctor will need to either fill out the section of the health history
or provide a separate sheet of paper listing the medication dosage and times given.
WHO CAN MY CAMPER TALK TO IF THEY ARE HAVING A PROBLEM/CONCERN AT CAMP?
The quickest answer is any adult they feel comfortable with! Our Counselors are trained to pick up on both verbal
and non-verbal cues from children and ask if they are having any difficulties. Their Cabin Counselor tends to be
their first person to talk with. Sometimes the child talks with a counselor in one of the adventure areas, who then
talks with the counselor. The Health Supervisor is a great person to talk with about any medical needs. Many times,
the Cabin Counselor or Health Supervisor will bring the child to a director to talk with. Sometimes the child asks to
meet with a director. With at least a one adult to every 8 children ratio in the cabin and a 1:4 overall ratio with both
directors, support staff and counselors, we hope the child has plenty of support to get them through the week!
If your child is one who tends to hold in their concerns, please talk with them about their need to express their needs
and/or concerns to adults. While we do work hard to meet the needs of all children, we are not mind readers and do
need the child's cooperation. Please talk to the counselor during check-in if you feel your child might not be open
with his/her concerns.
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The Program
TRADITIONAL CAMP
What is an Adventure Area? An Adventure Area is one of four program areas that all Traditional Camp campers attend throughout the week.
Each Adventure Area is either 50 minutes or two hours in length, depending on the day and the area. Campers
spend a total of 4 hours per week in each Adventure Area. Campers are separated into groups based on age, and
rotate through Sports and Fitness, Outdoor Living Skills (OLS), Waterfront, and Creative Arts. In each Adventure
Area, campers will have a choice of 3 to 5 different activities in each Area, giving them a structured experience with
plenty of free choice. Campers in Crafts Camp and Jr. Wranglers will spend two hours each day in their specialty
camp and the remainder of their time with their cabin group in Adventure Areas.
WHAT IS CABIN DAY?
Each Friday, the cabin group decides what activities they will do as a group on Friday. It’s a chance to do some
activities that aren’t offered during the week or a chance to go back and repeat some of your favorite activities.
Most importantly, it’s spending time with some of your best new friends!
CAN I SEE MY BROTHER OR SISTER AT CAMP?
As much or as little as necessary! All campers except Ranch and Frontier eat in the dining hall each day. Siblings
can see each other at meal times, all-camp swim and usually at evening program. We cannot guarantee that your
children will see one another every day of camp. Different programs and schedules do not always coincide (it’s a
good guess that if a sibling is in Ranch or Frontier, you will not see them very often!). We find that most of our
campers do quite well away from their siblings and enjoy asserting some independence in a safe, caring environment.
As a reminder, sometimes brothers and sisters need to give a hug or help with homesickness to help your sibling
make it through the week. Be a good brother or sister and help them out! If siblings are of similar age, please let us
know if you want them in the same cabin or not!
WHAT IS THE TYPICAL DAY SCHEDULE FOR TRADITIONAL CAMP?
7:00 Polar Bear Swim (Optional) – a chance to take a dip before breakfast. Attend several times during the week & get an award!
8:00 Flag Ceremony – a different cabin is responsible for raising and lowering the flag each day.
8:15 Breakfast & Songs
9:00 All-Camp Clean Up – we clean the restrooms, pick up litter, water the farm animals & more.
9:20 Non-denominational Chapel
9:45 Adventure Area 1
10:45 Adventure Area 2
12:00 Lunch & Songs
1:00 Rest Hour – flat on back, quiet time in the cabin to read, write letters, do puzzles, or nap, but you must be quiet!
2:00 Adventure Area 3
3:00 Adventure Area 4
4:00 Snack Time - a time to regroup as a cabin and share a snack.
4:30 All-Camp Swim – a time for boating, swimming or hanging out with friends at the waterfront.
5:45 Flag Ceremony
6:00 Dinner & Songs
7:00 Evening Programs
9:00 Showers & prepare for bed
9:45 Cabin Chats & Lights Out
In the case of bad weather, our staff implements "rainy day" activities. We have plenty of indoor space to keep
everyone out of the rain! Make sure your child does have the proper rain attire just in case.
CAN WE RIDE HORSES IN TRADITIONAL CAMP?
Campers have 3 different options to work with the horses:
1. Trail Rides: Once or twice during the week, any camper under 14 years of age can sign up for one hour
trail ride. No previous experience is necessary and the ride is $10, with payment coming from the camp
store account.
2. Horse Lessons are for campers ages 8 - 12 in Traditional or Crafts Camp who want to spend one hour each
day with the horses. Cost: $50 for the 5 one hour lessons and pre-registration is required. Lessons are
offered in the afternoon and camper's substitute horseback riding for one of their afternoon activities.
3. Junior Wranglers is for the 9-12 year old who will spend 2 hours a day with the horses. (in place of two
other adventure areas), All horseback riders wear long pants, close toed shoes and helmets, which are provided.
WHERE DO WE SWIM?
All swimming occurs in Lake Mac-O-Chee, our 40 acre spring-fed lake. An area of the lake is designated for
swimming. This swim area is sectioned off to assist in staff’s ability to lifeguard, as well as to designate the depth
of the swim area. Upon arrival at Camp, each camper is required to take a swim check, which consists of a swim
(any stroke) and treading water for 2 minutes. Those that pass the swim check are given a red swim band that
allows them to take boats out and swim in the deep portion of the swim area. Campers who are unable to pass the
swim check are given a green swim band are given another opportunity to pass the swim check on Monday or have
some basic swim lessons. They will remain in the shallow portion of the swim area and can only go out in boats
with a counselor. If your child is not a proficient swimmer, please consider contacting your local YMCA to
schedule some swim lessons before camp begins!
HOW DO YOU TRAIN THE LIFEGUARDS?
Our lifeguards are YMCA Lifeguard or American Red Cross certified, and are either trained by our lifeguard
instructors at our facility, or come from another reputable organization, and are skill checked at our facility.
Constant attention to the water and an abundance of guards and "watchers" (counselors who are not lifeguards, but
act as an additional pair of eyes) allow us to keep a constant watch over all campers. Emergency systems are in
place and practiced weekly should there be any unexpected occurrences.
WHAT DOES THE DAILY CHAPEL AND CABIN CHATS ENTAIL?
YMCA Camp Willson is a Christian-based facility that emphasizes the Y’s core values of caring, honesty, respect
and responsibility. Campers attend a 20 minute chapel every morning based on a value or theme for the day
(teamwork, sharing, etc.) as well as singing songs. At bedtime, counselors have cabin chats with their campers to
help settle them down and talk about how their day went. This may include stories, a review of the chapel theme of
that day or another topic that the cabin group might be interested in. Meal time graces are led by camper volunteers
before every meal.
WHAT IS THE RAG AND LEATHER PROGRAM?
The Rag program was started in 1914 as a means to encourage campers to demonstrate good moral character while
at camp. This program has evolved into challenges that campers choose for themselves to improve in Spirit, Mind,
and Body. Campers, ages 9 – 11, participate in the Leather program, receiving a "leather medallion" when they set
their goals. Campers 12 and older participate in the rag program, receiving a colored bandana or rag when accepting
their goals. Campers are introduced to the program during the Sunday night campfire. If a child chooses to
participate, they contact a Rag Counselor and receive a study card. This card gives the camper a general theme to
read through. The camper then develops goals that they would like to work on in the coming year. The Rag
Counselor then meets with the camper to review those goals. The Ragger writes a letter to him/herself (which will
be mailed to them in December). At the end of the week, there is a ceremony that the camper goes through to
receive their rag or leather.
The Challenges of the Leathers are:
- Triangle – to grow in spirit, mind and body
- Square – to grow in spirit, mind, body and friendship
- Circle – to expand their circle of concern.
The Challenges of the Rag are:
- Blue – acceptance of the Raggers' Creed
- Silver – to follow Jesus and His Way of Life
- Brown – leadership among youth to Ragger's own age
- Gold – concern for the welfare of al people everywhere
- Red – commitment to Christian leadership and humility
- Purple – a challenge to lead the best life
- White – commitment to lifelong Christian work with youth
Together they constitute the Spirit of the Rag...the striving of individuals, each seeking God's Will and His Way for
themselves. Visit http://ragleatherprogram.org/rags/
for more information about the Rag and Leather program.
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Food Service and Dietary Questions
WHAT IS THE FOOD LIKE?
The meals are planned and prepared by our Food Service Director and her staff. Menus are planned to meet the
nutritional needs and likes of the campers and staff, and are "kid friendly". Served family style, campers set the
tables and clean up after meals, pass food around the table and have time to catch up on the day's activities. In
addition to the main entrées, breakfast includes a fruit, yogurt and cold cereal bar. Lunch and dinner includes a fruit
and salad bar. Peanut butter and jelly sandwiches are always available. At 4:00 each afternoon, there is a snack
time. As part of our Healthy Kids Initiative, we do not offer/provide soda or candy bars for campers. If a camper
has a special dietary need, please contact the camp prior to attendance. Camp kids love our food!
CAN I SEND FOOD CARE PACKAGES TO MY CHILD?
We ask that friends and family do not send packages containing food to campers as they are unable to keep any food
in their cabins. If there is a special event, such as a birthday, please contact the camp office so we can discuss ways
to celebrate the special day. Don’t forget though, that campers do love to receive care packages without food!
WHAT IF MY CAMPER HAS A FOOD ALLERGY OR OTHER SPECIAL DIETARY NEED?
If your child has dietary limitations, list the special need on the Health History. If the food allergy is more extensive,
please contact the camp office at least 2 weeks before your session. We can provide you with a menu that you and
your child can review and determine what substitutes need to be provided by camp or if the parent will need to bring
some items to supplement the camp diet. We do not serve any shellfish and peanut butter is generally served in the
dining hall most meals unless accommodations need to be made. Ranch, Frontier and trip campers do not eat meals
in the main dining hall and may require different accommodations than those campers eating in the dining hall. If in
doubt about our ability to meet the camper’s dietary needs parents should contact a camp director or food service
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Check-In & Check-Out Procedures
WHAT HAPPENS DURING SUNDAY CHECK-IN?
3:00 - 4:30 Check-In – No need to arrive early as staff are preparing for the week and you have to wait until 3:00!
All cars are parked in the lower parking lot. Luggage is placed by program and staff deliver luggage near the cabins.
The family then approaches the tent in the yard. All fees, including the Saturday breakfast and camp store deposits
are to be paid at least two weeks prior to the start of camp. No money is accepted on Sunday. You will get your
cabin assignment and buddy number. You will then visit the camp nurse and her assistants. This line is divided
between campers with medicine and campers without medication. The health check includes a verification of the
health history and a quick chat with the parent/child. No shots! If the child has medication, the medication is
collected and dosage instructions are clarified. The camper then goes to the cabin and meets the counselor and
chooses a bed. Then on to the swim check! See "Where Do We Swim?" for the swim check procedures. Parents
are to depart after the swim check. When all campers have arrived, the counselor and cabin group play "get
acquainted" games and take a tour of the camp. Flag Ceremony and dinner follow. Campers then participate in
"Common Ground" our version of the camp introductions and rules for the week. Campers will participate in a
campfire with skits and songs round out the evening.
WHAT HAPPENS DURING SATURDAY CHECK-OUT?
Campers generally awake at the normal camp time and clean their cabins, pack up and set out their luggage, and
play games, waiting for parents to arrive. Our official check-out time begins at 9:30, although many parents do
arrive earlier. Parents will again park in the lower parking lot and walk to the dining hall. All luggage is transported
to the lower parking lot and placed by cabins. We ask that parents pack the luggage in the car with the camper
present because they often have more bags or items than when they arrived. Parents come to the tent in the
commons with picture ID and collect their Camp Folder that contains a note from the counselor, a record of all the
activities the child did during the week, as well as any medications and a Camp Store refund check if there was a
remaining store balance. Campers remain with their counselor until the parent arrives and talks with the counselor.
A pre-registration breakfast buffet is offered from 9:30 to 10:15 on Saturday. Those 12 and older are charged $5.00
for the buffet and children ages 5-11 are charged $4.00. There is no charge for the camper or children ages 1-4.
Fees for the breakfast are to paid at least 2 weeks before the session begins. If paid later than 2 weeks before, the
breakfast cost is $7.00/person.
If parents are not participating in the Breakfast Buffet, you may leave at your convenience. Campers can give
parents a tour of camp, and if participating in Horse Lessons or Jr. Wranglers, a staff member will be at the barn
until 10:15 am. You can walk or drive to the barn.
Ranch, Garage Band and Drama Camp parents should arrive no later than 9:15 am to watch the parent shows.
Garage Band and Drama families can participate in the Breakfast Buffet. Ranch campers eat breakfast prior to the
Parent show.
If you have children in both a main camp program and Ranch, you might want to check in with the main camp
camper, prior to 9:30 to determine if the child wants to go to the Ranch Parent Show or remain in main camp with
their cabin group.
If you are running behind and expect to arrive after 10:30, please call the camp office. We are able to let the child
know your expected arrival time and cut down on their stress! Please make sure to check for any lost items on the
fence outside the dining hall or on the porch of the Ranch
Chuckwagon!
Note: In your Camp "Take Home" Folder, you will receive an evaluation form. This is also available online for
your use. We appreciate your feedback and take your comments seriously. Thank you in advance for providing this
feedback!
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Summer Camp Offerings
Forms
Summer Camp Brochure
Registration Form
Financial Assistance Application
Parent Handbook
Financial Assistance Application
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