2019 Information Packet for Campers and Parents

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1 2019 Information Packet for Campers and Parents Welcome to Brighton! Parents & campers, please read this entire packet. Our age guideline for 2019 is unchanged. All beehives must be 12 by August 31, 2019 to attend this summer. Young women still 13 through August 31 st are also eligible to attend this year. What is Brighton Girls Camp all about? It s all about YOU! We want girls to know you matter, to know you are loved, and to know that you are a daughter of God. We have an amazing place to do this while having fun! We have cookouts, ropes courses, rappelling, zip-line, scripture study, crafts and more. We enjoy delicious meals and lots of singing! We stay in cabins, sleep on bunk beds, and spend lots of time in the beautiful outdoors. We even sleep outside sometimes. We are so excited to have you join us! See you soon Parents, please read the entire packet. It may answer your question before calling us. Please contact us with: New medical information or concerns. A change in bunkmates. (No changes can be made within one week of camp.) Any need to relay information to Brighton during your week of camp. Changing weeks after registering To mail letters to Brighton: Please send letters only. Send letters by Friday or Saturday before your week of camp. Letters sent Monday or later may not arrive on time. Mail arrives each afternoon. (Mail arriving on Friday will not reach the campers before they leave & will be returned.) Camper Name (and Camper Stake) C/O Brighton LDS Girls Camp 8409 Brighton Loop Brighton, UT Brighton Leadership: President: Barbara Schmidt (Chestnut) Cell: presidentchestnut@brightonldscamp.org Registration: Teresa Johnson (Nutmeg) Cell: ndcounselornutmeg@brightonldscamp.org Medical: Shauna Skog (Scrubs) Cell: firstaidscrubs@brightonldscamp.org Brighton Website:

2 THE AGE POLICY FOR 2019 IS UNCHANGED. All Beehives must be 12 by August 31 st to attend Brighton this summer. Girls still 13 through Aug. 31 st are also eligible for Our program will be adapted for All campers are required to have signatures from their Young Women s President and Bishop. All campers must review the For the Strength of Youth pamphlet and abide by these standards at camp. Non-members are always welcome! We ask that all non-member campers be given a For the Strength of Youth pamphlet and review it with her parents. By signing the registration form, the camper and parents agree to abide by the standards outlined and understand that Brighton is a faith-based camp where the gospel of Jesus Christ is openly discussed. ATTENDANCE Brighton is NOT a day camp. Parents and campers must make a commitment to attend the entire week. Girls may not come and go during the week. Brighton Girls Camp is a program for Beehives from Monday morning to Friday at noon. Please DO NOT make plans to arrive late or leave early for vacations, lessons, or reunions. Please be honest and do NOT send your camper on the bus if you plan to pick her up early during the week. Please select another week to attend. If you know you are not able to attend with your group, you may register for another week where space is available. Switching weeks is possible when space is available. Notify Brighton as soon as possible to make that change happen. Please avoid making last minute family plans. Contact Brighton to change weeks if needed. If a week is full, you can be added to that waiting list. Brighton does not give refunds. Any financial hardships must be handled on the ward or group level. Emergencies: We understand life happens. Any emergent family event requiring a camper to arrive late or leave early (such as a funeral) can be arranged for through the Brighton Presidency. For security reasons, please do NOT arrive at camp unannounced. A member of the Brighton leadership will arrange for pickup times with the Brighton Directors at camp. A pick-up time will be coordinated with the Directors around camp activities to minimize disruption to other campers and activities. Anyone picking up a camper must show a valid ID and be on the camper s emergency contact list. BUNKMATES Bunkmates are optional. Girls do not have to request one to have a great time! Campers may select one or two bunkmates to be with for the entire week. Bunkmates must be entered in the online registration form, and each girl s request must match up with her bunkmate s form(s). If your bunkmate switches weeks or is unable to attend, there is NO GUARANTEE that changes can be made if it is within 2 weeks of camp. Please contact us and we will do our best to assist you. To separate bunkmates or create new pairings, the expressed consent of the parents of all campers is required. Each parent must 2ndcounselornutmeg@brightonldscamp.org to confirm the change. We cannot accommodate bunkmate changes on the day of camp. Units might be at full capacity. Supplies and space at camp have already been allotted to unit sizes. Shifting of one camper can have a domino effect on several other units. New day of camp bunkmate pairings do not allow time for necessary parental consent of both parties.

3 DRESS CODE All attendees, campers and staff, follow the dress standards found in For the Strength of Youth pamphlet. Only bring clothing that meets these guidelines. No shorts are permitted at camp. Please bring: shirts that cover your shoulders, cleavage and midriff, and are not sheer or too tight; close-toed shoes with a decent tread for daily walking and hiking; long socks to protect against ticks (socks are required at all times); and jeans (without holes) for protection from bugs and chaffing from harnesses and equipment. Brighton does not allow leggings alone as pants. Leggings can be worn for warmth under a dress or as pajamas. Girls are to wear a dress or skirt that comes to the knee on Thursday evening for mutual. Campers not dressed appropriately at the bus location on Monday morning will be asked to change before boarding the bus. HEALTH & MEDICAL NEEDS: (Please contact Shauna firstaidscrubs@brightonldscamp.org any medical concerns) Dietary Concerns & Food Allergies: Brighton is able to accommodate gluten free, dairy free and nut free needs. Brighton has a NUT FREE kitchen, but some candy at camp may contain nuts. Airborne nut allergies are not appropriate for Brighton. Brighton serves all meals family style where girls choose what they eat. Daily snacks are available between meals through the counselor. Homesickness: Homesickness is a common problem. Our policy is to help homesick campers stay at camp for as long as possible and will not usually call parents on the Monday campers arrive. We deal with extreme circumstances on an individual basis. If a camper s emotional needs exceed our abilities to care for her individually, she will be sent home. Please prepare your camper to be away from home. Discuss with her things she can do to communicate and alleviate her worries. Disabilities (physical limitations): Camp is terraced into the side of a mountain, and campers must be physically able to independently manage the steep terrain. Campers must be full weight-bearing and are expected to participate in a moderate hike with their unit. Severe foot injuries, weight-bearing limitations, or injuries needing bandage changes are not appropriate for Brighton. If any camper experiences an injury or unplanned surgery after registering, please contact Shauna Skog RN (see above) to discuss concerns. We will not put a recovery or healing at risk by attending camp. Medications: Campers must be able to administer all medications themselves. This includes oral and injectable medications. All medications must come to camp in the original container(s) labeled with dosage and instructions. For safety at camp, medications will be placed in a bag, labeled with camper name, given to their counselor, and locked up when not in use. A medication refrigerator is available as needed. Medications will be offered each morning and evening as scheduled. Legally, Brighton staff can only offer medications, and not enforce schedules. Please help your camper understand her medication needs and schedule before attending camp. Parents will be contacted regarding any health or emotional concerns that arise at camp related to medication issues. Medical Emergencies: Should an event happen requiring EMS or medical attention at a clinic or hospital, parents will be contacted immediately in the order entered on the registration form. Brighton staff will accompany a camper to the clinic or hospital as needed. Care of the camper will be turned over to the family contact upon their arrival. Campers normally do not return to camp after leaving camp for such emergencies.

4 ELECTRONICS No electronic devices are allowed at camp. NO CELL PHONES, even as cameras. A camper can bring a separate camera for pictures. Any electronic devices at camp will be collected by the counselors, safely stored, and returned at the end of the week. We assume no responsibility for lost or damaged electronics or cameras brought to camp. Directors at Brighton carry phones at all times, but all other staff have no phones from Sunday night to Friday. It s a phone fast! We re all in this together! If you need electronics for medical purposes, please contact our Medical team to make special arrangements. OUR CAMP PROGRAM Hikes: All campers will go on a moderate hike with their unit. Campers may choose to participate in more challenging hikes known as Above & Beyond, and Sunrise hike, weather permitting. Sunrise hike is windy and requires warm layers (hat, gloves and light coat) even in the summer. Please equip your camper accordingly. Showers: Campers are responsible for their own personal cleanliness and hygiene. Campers will have the opportunity to shower once during their camp stay. Girls are asked to NOT share brushes, hair ties or hats while at Brighton. All campers are taught about and checked for headlice the first day of camp. Do NOT send your camper if you know of any recent exposure to lice. Meals and snacks: All meals are served family style. Campers can choose what and how much they eat. Snacks are available between meals through their counselor, and snacks/candy are available for purchase when their unit attends the craft shack. To avoid rodents in the cabins, snacks brought by a camper must be placed in a plastic bin with her counselor. Participation: All campers must be able to manage themselves in a group setting and not require continuous one-on-one attention from their counselor. Campers are expected to participate in all activities when able. Campers remain with their units as support if unable to participate themselves. Overnighter: Weather permitting, all campers spend a night out under the stars. Tarps are provided, but campers need appropriate sleeping bags for warmth. Bug spray is always encouraged. Crafts & Spending Money: Registration fees include two free crafts and a Brighton T-shirt. Campers can bring spending money for extra crafts, T-shirts, sweatshirts, candy, and other items. Respect for others and property: Brighton has a no tolerance bullying policy. Should a camper feel teased or bullied in any way, she is encouraged to talk to her counselor who will then address the concern with all parties involved. Bullying and disrespect that is not resolved after discussion with Brighton staff will be grounds for being sent home. Parents will be contacted and asked to come pick up their camper. Brighton does not allow camp pranks or jokes on other campers or staff. Vandalism to property is grounds for dismissal from camp. LUGGAGE Packing: Please use the packing list as a guide. Girls are allowed four items at camp. These include a pillow, a sleeping bag, a duffle bag, and a light, school-sized backpack or sport pack for daily use for lunches or personal belongings. Please help your camper pack light! She must carry everything herself up a steep hill. Please label everything with duct tape (if possible) with her name, stake and phone number. Do not send your best equipment with your camper. Brighton is not responsible for any damage or loss of luggage or gear. Please verify that you have your OWN luggage before leaving the bus area on Friday. Lost & Found: For any items lost at camp, first check with your Brighton Representative. If they do not have your item, please contact the Brighton camp President, Barbara Schmidt at Again, please label everything and double check that you have your own gear before leaving the bus area.

5 REGISTRATION & FEES Fees: Fees for camp are nonrefundable once turned in to Brighton. Each camper pays according to their group: Local sponsoring stakes pay $125 per camper. All other groups and individual campers pay $150 each. Fees cover transportation to and from the central bus location, lodging, meals, two crafts and a Brighton T-shirt. Refunds: Brighton does NOT give refunds after payment is turned in on April 27, Special considerations for medical circumstances can be discussed with Teresa Johnson ( ) ahead of time. Registrations declined: Brighton reserves the right to rescind a camper s registration for reasons deemed appropriate to protect the health, safety and well-being of our staff and campers. We are not medically able to care for all levels of disability and health conditions. If such circumstances or conditions are discovered after registration, a full refund will be given. TRANSPORTATION Campers travel on chartered buses to and from camp. The central bus location is at the Brighton Point Ward Chapel, 3455 East Bengal Blvd (7800 South)**. There is a Brighton staff chaperone on the bus with the girls each way. Please be aware that this church building will not be open for restroom or fountain use. Restrooms are available at the Smith s across the street. There is no food allowed on the bus, but each camper should have a hat and a filled water bottle with her Monday morning in her back pack. Campers will not be with their packed luggage for a few hours after arrival, and part of that time is outside where shade may or may not be available for everyone. Water and a hat are needed. **Some groups coordinate with Brighton to charter a bus to come to a location in their local area. In such cases, local leaders will inform you of the time and place for Monday morning and Friday afternoon times. Leadership of that group provides a chaperone on the bus both Monday to camp, and Friday from camp.

6 Bus information & Packing List Meet at the Central Bus location: Brighton Point Ward Building 3455 East Bengal Blvd (across the street from Smith s on 7800 South) Monday morning: arrive at 7:45 am (If you are running late please call your Stake Rep) Please come dressed appropriately (in pants) and ready to board the bus with a filled water bottle and hat in your backpack. Shoes must cover the entire foot. Per bus rules, no food is allowed on the bus. Friday: bus returns around 12:20-12:40 pm (At the same location) Campers may bring 4 items 1. A backpack or day pack (to keep with you) 2. A medium suitcase or duffel bag 3. A pillow (please connect w/bag) 4. A sleeping bag (with label) Please label everything (name/stake/phone #) What to Pack for Brighton: o Warm Sleeping Bag o Pillow o Day pack/backpack for daily use o Warm coat or jacket (a coat is necessary for sunrise hike--gloves & hat also recommended) o Sweatshirt o Warm pajamas o Two pairs of long pants/jeans (For safety purposes, no leggings are allowed as pants.) o Knee length dress or skirt for Thursday evening speaker. This event is held outside, weather permitting. Leggings may be worn under kneelength skirt for warmth and a barrier to mosquitos. o T-shirts (must cover shoulders & midriff) Please label everything o Sturdy shoes with tread for hiking (Shoes must cover entire foot; no open toes or sides) o Shoes for mutual (you can wear tennis shoes) o Flip flops for shower use only o Shower towel & personal toiletries (tooth brush & paste; hairbrush & elastics; soap & shampoo; feminine hygiene products if needed) o Hat, sunscreen, and insect repellant o Personal Medications (in original containers) o Flashlight (please check batteries) o Fork, spoon & plate for 2 outdoor meals o Personal journal & pen o Scriptures (not your best set) o Optional: Digital Camera (NO CELL PHONE CAMERAS ARE ALLOWED) o Optional: extra spending $$ for craft house items (two craft items and a T-shirt are already included in the registration fee) Please have a filled water bottle, hat and sunscreen in your daypack/backpack with you on the bus Monday morning.