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Parent Orientation Dates for Virtual Camp 2020

Parent Orientation Dates and Times will be announced in April 2022. Attending on-line orientation is mandatory for participation for new camper families and optional for returning families.

Special Protocals and Expectations for 2021 - These protocols will be updated as we come closer to camp programs in 2022.

 

  • Campers will keep a health log 2-weeks prior to arrival at camp. Health log will be submitted digitally prior to arrival or at drop-off
  • Campers may only be dropped off at their assigned time unless prior arrangements have been made with the program director. YOU MAY NOT, drop off campers at times not pre-arranged. The same procedure and expectations will apply for pick-up.
  • We understand that carpooling to and from camp helps families when travelling a distance. However, FOR THIS YEAR, we ask that campers arrive with their own family or a family with which they have been cohorting. We understand that this may not be possible but do recommend this practice.
  • The camp WILL NOT provide accommodations for campers in-between Diocesan Church School Camp and Teenage Conference.  If you need to stay in the area, we have provided a list of local hotels below.
  • The program will be running at half-capacity. This means 4 campers per cabin with one staff member for DCSC and TC;  1 family per cabin/room for MM/DM and St. Nicholas ( if you have been cohorting with a family from your parish - you may ask to share accommodations with them).
  •  Campers will participate in the program with their Cabin Cohort for all activities and meals. Activity Cohorts may combine Cabin Cohorts.  Activity Cohorts will remain the same for the week.
  • Social distancing and mask requirements as deemed necessary. As of now, masks will not be required in the cabins with Cabin Cohort members.
  • We may be unable to accommodate cabin mate requests
  • If a camper exhibits symptoms of Covid-19, they will need to be picked up from camp immediately.
  • If a camper is unable to maintain distancing and mask protocols during camp, parents will be asked to pick them up early.
  •  We will offer camper/family orientation via Zoom prior to camp. All campers and at least one adult family member must attend orientation in order to attend camp in person.
Getting Ready

 

Ten Tips to Prepare Overnight Campers

       American Camp Association

Coping with Homesickness

        American Camp Association

Homesickness Do's and Don'ts

        American Camp Association

11Summer Camp Packing Tips

       Team Whittaker

Anatomy of an Awesome Carepackage!

       (cool) progeny

Why your child needs sleepaway camp

        noguiltmama

6 Bennefits of Summer Camp

        Parent Guide News

The Parent Experience: Summer Camp Isn't Only About the Kids

        Bridgton Summer Camp

The Benefit of Summer Camp  - Video

       American Camping Association

Relationship Skills - Video

      American Camping Association

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