Summer Camps
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Coming to Camp Here are some resources to help you get ready for your time at camp! If you cannot find what you are looking for, or are having trouble downloading something, email or call us at 920-882-0023 with the information you need and we will get it right out to you.
PAY YOUR FINAL BALANCE ONLINE NOW!
Summer Camper Information
Print the
FULL Camper Info Guide here.
Youth Departure Times
Family Camp Arrival & Departure Times
Packing List & What NOT to Bring
Here is a list of what most campers bring to camp. Remember, you are only going to camp for a week (or for some, two weeks), so pack LIGHT!
Print the
Summer Camp Packing List here! (.pdf)
Camp Addresses & Phone Numbers
Phone
contact
Mail
Email your Camper through Bunk1
If your child is attending two different programs you will need to set up separate accounts for each program. Available for Youth Campers only. (Not available for Family Programs or Global Village Camp.)
To set up a new account:
If you do not want to send email, you can still send letters to your camper at the addresses above.
Bunk 1 Frequently
Asked Questions
For full-week programs, notes can be sent Sunday thru Wednesday and will be delivered Monday thru Thursday. Notes cannot be delivered on Fridays. For Pioneer A sessions, notes can be sent on Sundays and will be delivered on Monday. For Pioneer B sessions, notes can be sent on Wednesday and will be delivered on Thursday.
Who do I call If I
have questions / problems?
This summer we will learn how to “Reflect God”. One way we can Reflect God in the world is to learn what we can do to provide hunger relief for our neighbors both near and far. During the week each camper will have an opportunity to donate money to the 2010 Mission Project, ELCA Good Gifts: Project Ark during their last canteen stop or on Friday at Closing Worship. The money will be used to buy food and animals to feed people in many parts of our world.
In addition, this summer we will begin partnering with farmers to provide local food at our camp tables. We know that by supporting our local farmers we are also supporting our communities and helping to relieve hunger locally.
The Camp Store (or “Tuck Shop” for those at Waypost) is generally open twice daily for campers to purchase soda, candy, healthy snacks, ice cream and clothing.
When you get to camp you will be able to visit the Camp Store to add money to your account. You can save time at registration by adding money to your account ahead of time with our Appleton Office. Sending your canteen money ahead of time with your final payment saves time when you're checking in at camp. You can also call us at 920-882-0023 to add money by Credit Card. Money left on your account is refunded at the end of the week. Campers may not keep cash in their cabins.
Campers are limited in the amount of food items purchased at each visit and leftover money will be refunded at the end of the week. 1/2 week campers should not need more than $10 for snacks. Full week campers should not need more than $20 for snacks. Campers may not keep any food items in their cabins.
Campers also have the opportunity to purchase other camp gear - t-shirts, sweatshirts, blanket, water bottle, etc. (T-shirts ~$10-15, Sweatshirts ~$18-25) You can add money for these purchases on your Camp Store account ahead of time or at camp. The Camp Store will also be open when parents drop off and pick up their campers!
Final Payments, Cancellations, etc. PAY YOUR BALANCE ONLINE NOW! Unpaid balances are due prior to June 1, 2010. Please do not wait until you come to camp to pay your final balance. If you have an outstanding balance, please call our office at 920-882-0023 to pay with credit card. You can also send a check with payment to 16 Tri-Park Way, Appleton, WI 54914. Your $100 deposit is non-refundable except for medical or funeral reasons. A $25 handling fee is charged for all refunds. A $15 fee will be charged for all returned checks. Crossways will send a final statement by request only. To save on administrative cost and postage, we ask that you use your canceled check or credit card statement as a receipt for payment(s). Your church may be paying a portion of your remaining balance. If so, you may deduct that portion to be paid by your church (verify amount with your church office). If you have questions about the amount your church pays DO NOT call Crossways, contact your church office to coordinate this information & payment schedule. CANCELLATIONS Please contact us if medical or funeral circumstances arise. Cancellations due to medical or funeral are subject to a minimum $25 cancellation fee. All Confirmation Camp cancellations should be handled through the church and we ask to be notified by the church office. PETS ALCOHOL & TOBACCO TIPS & GRATUITIES
Can my child and his or her friends be in the same cabin? We're delighted that your child is bringing his or her friends to camp! We want the camp experience to be as fun as possible, so we will do everything we can to accommodate cabin mate requests for campers registered in the same program. Please note though, that we cannot guarantee all requests, especially if more than one friend has been listed.
Our camps have an excellent reputation as safe and healthy environments. Our staff is carefully chosen (including a background check) and trained to provide a safe environment for your child. You can help make this a wonderful experience for them too! The 2010 Health Form MUST BE BROUGHT TO THE CAMP for every camper for each program they attend. If medical problems occur, the camps of Crossways use local clinics and hospitals to treat medical conditions or accidents. Medical expenses will be billed to you through these clinics. Crossways does not carry medical coverage for campers.
Can my child leave during the week? We discourage parents/guardian from taking campers away from camp
during the week. Campers miss fun activities and their absence
affects the community that is built between the campers. No camper
is allowed to leave the premises with a visitor (even a relative)
during the week without a signed permission slip from the
parent/guardian who registered the camper. Visits that are
absolutely necessary should be scheduled in advance to avoid
confusion. All visitors MUST check-in with our camp offices.
What about medicine and health concerns? We have trained staff and a health coordinator at each site who collects all medications at check-in. Medications must be in the original labeled container. We stock standard OTC medications for cold symptoms, minor aches and pains, etc. Do not pack these medications for 'just in case'. Even these medications will need to be left in the health office under lock and key. If your child is experiencing symptoms that you expect will last more than a day or so please bring the medications you would like administered along with dosage information.
How is Crossways responding to H1N1 concerns?
What if my child has a food allergy or other special medical need? Campers are fed balanced meals and a salad bar and sandwiches are available at almost every meal. Food allergies are on the rise. Our food service staff are very familiar with many food allergies. If your child is allergic to peanuts, allergic to milk or is a vegetarian please list that on your registration. If your child has a more restricting allergy like gluten please call the camp 1-2 weeks before their week of camp to discuss their particular needs.
What if my child gets homesick at camp? Homesickness is common but can also be prevented. Your influence on your child’s experience starts well before you arrive at camp. Speak of how exciting camp will be, how much fun you’re sure they will have, and how proud you are of them for trying something new. Please do not tell your child they can call home at any time. Our staff are excellent in handling these situations, knowing that campers are most likely to feel a longing for home during mealtimes and just before bed. Our staff takes intentional measures to keep campers well occupied at these times. We’ve found it much more successful to work with your child to acknowledge that their feelings are normal and to provide support for them as they participate in the healthy Christian community. Should we have extended problems beyond normal fears, the Camp Director will call you to share our experiences and ask for your input. Can my child bring a cell phone? Cell phones are not allowed at camp. The success of your child's
camp experience is largely built on the fact that individuals come
to camp, away from the demands and distractions of the outside
world, to build an intentional Christian community. Cell phones and
calls from outside the community prove to be a distraction, and
often, campers do not focus their energy and attention on building
community, but on outside influences. In the event of an emergency
or problem at camp, the camp director will contact parents.
If your question is not listed here, please email info@crosswayscamps.org or call 920-882-0023.
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