Tips for Parents Sending Their Child to Camp:
Sending your child to overnight camp can stir up a mix of emotions, from excitement to nervousness. Here are some tips to help ensure a smooth and positive experience for both you and your camper:
You Rock! Thank you for choosing CRC for your child's camp experience. Rest assured that our staff takes their responsibility for your child's care seriously. We prioritize safety and work diligently to ensure a memorable and enjoyable camp experience for every camper.
Sending your child to overnight camp can stir up a mix of emotions, from excitement to nervousness. Here are some tips to help ensure a smooth and positive experience for both you and your camper:
- Communicate with Camp Staff & Nurse: Reach out to the camp staff with any questions or concerns you may have. We're here to provide information and ease any worries you might have. When dropping off your child, take the opportunity to speak with the camp nurse about any relevant medical information or concerns.
- Pack Wisely: Ensure your child has all the necessary gear and clothing for camp activities. Clearly label everything with your child's name to prevent mix-ups.
- Prepare Emotionally: It's natural to feel anxious about sending your child away. Seek support from other parents who have experience with overnight camp to gain perspective and reassurance.
- Encourage Independence: Help your child develop independence by teaching them basic life skills like making their bed and managing their belongings. This will empower them to navigate the camp experience more confidently.
- Stay Positive: Focus on the exciting opportunities and experiences awaiting your child at camp. Your positive attitude will help reassure them and build excitement for the adventure ahead.
- Camp Mail: Sending and receiving mail at camp is a highlight for many campers. Encourage family members, friends, and your church, to send letters to your child at the camp address. It's a simple gesture that can bring a big smile to their face.
You Rock! Thank you for choosing CRC for your child's camp experience. Rest assured that our staff takes their responsibility for your child's care seriously. We prioritize safety and work diligently to ensure a memorable and enjoyable camp experience for every camper.
Tips for Children Coming to Camp:
Sending your child off to summer camp is an exhilarating yet potentially nerve-wracking experience for both parents and campers alike. Here are some essential tips to help ease the transition and ensure a smooth adjustment to the exciting world of summer camp.
We hope each child has an amazing camp experience. Our staff, counselors, & nurses take the responsibility seriously of taking care of each child and we work hard to put safety measures in place each summer. Summer camp is our favorite time of year and we're excited that you're coming to CRC!
Sending your child off to summer camp is an exhilarating yet potentially nerve-wracking experience for both parents and campers alike. Here are some essential tips to help ease the transition and ensure a smooth adjustment to the exciting world of summer camp.
- Embrace New Experiences: Approach camp with an open mind and a positive attitude. Embrace the opportunity to try new things and make friends. Journal some of these new experiences because your parents would love to hear about them later!
- Pack Wisely: Ensure you have everything on the camp's packing list, including personal items that bring you comfort. Packing thoughtfully helps you feel at home in your temporary space.
- Stay Organized: Keep your belongings tidy to avoid misplacing items and cluttering your bunk area. Staying organized helps you focus on enjoying camp activities.
- Explore New Activities: Don't shy away from trying new activities, even if they seem daunting at first. Camp is a chance to discover hidden talents and interests alongside fellow campers. If you need to stand back and watch an activity first, that's fine too!
- Maintain a Positive Outlook: Feeling homesick or anxious is normal when trying something new. Focus on the excitement of camp and the fun experiences ahead.
- Communicate with Counselors: If you have any concerns or need assistance, don't hesitate to speak with your counselors. They're here to support you and ensure your camp experience is positive.
- Have a Blast: Above all, have fun and make the most of your time at camp. Enjoy the activities, forge new friendships, and create cherished memories that will last a lifetime.
We hope each child has an amazing camp experience. Our staff, counselors, & nurses take the responsibility seriously of taking care of each child and we work hard to put safety measures in place each summer. Summer camp is our favorite time of year and we're excited that you're coming to CRC!
Frequently Asked Questions:
Does CRC have a camp nurse?
Yes, a registered nurse is at camp at all times. Special instructions may be given to the nurse, upon arrival at CRC, for campers who take medications. All medications, including vitamins, must be in the original container and turned in to the nurse upon arrival. For the protection of campers, we're unable to keep campers at CRC with contagious conditions such as, but not limited to flu-like symptoms or lice.
Does CRC work with dietary needs and requests?
Yes, CRC does our best to accommodate as many dietary needs as possible. Please make sure all needs are recorded on your child's registration form. If you have questions about a typical menu during camp, or specific food allergies or restrictions, you're welcome to call CRC's office. Normal allergies and restrictions that our kitchen has accommodated in the past includes gluten free, dairy free, and nut allergies (include peanuts). Click here to see a sample menu.
What is the camp store?
Our camp store is a place where campers (and parents) can buy CRC apparel, snacks, and drinks. During a week of camp, campers will have multiple opportunities to visit the store to buy shirts, snacks, or drinks. During registration on Sunday afternoon, money can be placed into the camper's account. If a camper has a remaining balance left in their account, all money is returned during Friday pickup. The camp store is open during Sunday drop off and Friday pick up. The recommended dollar amount for a camper is $15 to $20 for a week.
Are phones allowed at camp?
It is encouraged that all phones and electronics stay at home. We have experienced that a better camp atmosphere is created when everybody is engaged and focused with the people at camp and not distracted by what is taking place on social media or back home. If parents want to interact with their child at camp, it is encouraged to write letters or to follow CRC's Facebook and Instagram page.
How does the tier pricing work?
It is our goal that every child has the opportunity to experience a week of camp. To help meet this goal, CRC has tier pricing for our Pioneer and Teen Camps. Tier 1 reflects what the true cost of camp is per child. Tiers 2 and 3 are subsidized prices, which are offset by generous donors and supporters of CRC. The quality of camp is the same regardless of the tier selected. CRC requests your family/organization pays the highest tier that fits in your financial budget.
What if I need help paying for camp?
If additional financial assistance is needed that extends beyond the tier pricing, you're encouraged to contact CRC's director to discuss different options. CRC has a great donor base that regularly contributes to CRC's Camp Sponsorship Fund, which is designed to help camp be more affordable for families.
What does a normal day of camp look like?
Each day of camp looks a little different and activities vary depending on the age group. Click here to see a sample schedule. Highlights of camp include Bible study, sliding down the waterslide, skit night, fishing in the pond, campfires, and for our older campers, partaking in the challenge course.