Welcome back to... LAKE OF THE WOODS CAMP FOR GIRLS Dear Camp Family, Welcome back to Lake of the Woods Camp for Girls! We hope the information in this bulletin helps your family prepare for another amazing summer. Please do not hesitate to call or email us throughout the year if you need anything. Thank you for your continued support and for choosing Lake of the Woods for your daughters s home away from home. Lake of the Woods Chicago Area Camp Reunion Saturday, November 17th, 2018 3:00-4:30 pm DoubleTree Hotel Skokie, IL Snacks will be provided All our best, Laura Tara Please RSVP by November 9th to RSVP@Lwcgwc.com 2019 Camp Dates FIRST SESSION Monday, June 17 Friday, July 12 SECOND SESSION Monday, July 15 Friday, August 9 FAMILY CAMP Saturday, August 10 Thursday, August 15 Post Reunion Hangout for our 9th & 10th grade campers 5:00-6:00 pm @ the DoubleTree Hotel, Skokie, IL * Dinner will be provided * www.lakeofthewoodscamp.com Phone: 847-242-0009 Fax: 847-242-0008 Email: info@lwcgwc.com
IMPORTANT DATES CAMP GET-TOGETHERS: For new and returning campers and families! Royal Oak, Michigan...@ Emagine - Sunday, December 9, 2018 St. Louis, Missouri...Friday, January 25, 2019 San Francisco, California...Friday, February 1, 2019 Los Angeles, California...Saturday, February 2, 2019 Solon, Ohio...Friday, February 22, 2019 * More details will be sent to our families in these areas. NOVEMBER 17, 2018: Chicago Area Camp Reunion Save the Date for our Chicago Area Camp Reunion. Saturday, November 17, 3:00-4:30pm at The DoubleTree Hotel, 9599 Skokie Blvd, Skokie, IL. DECEMBER 15, 2018 We hope you don t have to cancel, but if you do, unless you are enrolled in CAP (Camper Assurance Program), December 15th is the last day to cancel without losing your deposit. MARCH 2019: Medical Mailing & Camper Prep Packet You will receive the Medical Mailing which includes a Health History and Examination Form for your camper and information on our medication policies at camp. You will also receive the Camper Prep Packet which includes information on accessing online forms, tuition statements, activity selection forms and our Parent Handbook which contains important information for parents. This is also when your daughter will select the activities she thinks she would like to take at camp and make any requests for cabin mates. APRIL 30, 2019: All Forms (except the Health History Form) and Final Tuition Payment Due - All forms (except the Health History Form) are due. - Final Tuition payment is due no later than April 30th. You will receive an email with information on paying your bill online through CampInTouch. MAY 1, 2019: Camp Clothing Order Order all logo d camp clothing from www.thecampspot.com *The only required clothing are 2 official camp t-shirts. JUNE 1, 2019: Medical Forms Due Camper Health History and Immunization Forms are due.
Staff News - Lake of the WoodS We would like to announce a few amazing staff members that will be returning this summer. We couldn t be more excited to welcome back 25 year-old LISA BENJAMIN to Lake of the Woods as our Younger Division Leader (3rd - 5th grade). Lisa is no stranger to Decatur as this will be her 15th summer at camp and she couldn t think of a more amazing place to spend her summers. Lisa graduated from Illinois State University with a degree Special Education. She now teaches Special Education in the Chicago area. Former camper KATIE CAPP is excited to be returning for her 9th summer at camp! From Deerfield, Illinois, Katie (22) is returning as our Program Coordinator at Lake of the Woods. She has a passion for acting and performing and is excited to bring that energy to our evening programs. Currently, Katie is a student at Illinois State University and is very involved in acting and theater. She looking forward to being back at camp - the place she loves more than anything in the world. Twenty-two year old JESSICA JESS BAILUM, is excited to be returning to us for a second year to teach dance and cheerleading. Jess recently graduated from Indiana University with a degree in Youth Development. At home, Jessica teaches dance workshops to the youth in her area. For fun she enjoys traveling, reading and spending time with her family. We will continue to announce the incredible staff joining us next summer on our Instagram. STAY CONNECTED... We are constantly sharing photos and posting exciting news throughout the year. Go to www.facebook.com/lwcgwc and click LIKE! Also follow us on Instagram: @lakeofthewoodscamp Be Your Best Self! Our motto at Lake of the Woods is, Be Your Best Self. We use this motto to encourage campers to try new things, treat others with respect, and to strive to be the best version of themselves each day at camp. To help encourage our campers to be their best, we emphasize our camp values in all we do. These values are: Friendship, Resilience, Creativity, Teamwork, Independence, Optimism, and Citizenship. We recognize campers throughout the summer for demonstrating these values.
Get ready for a screen-free summer! ELECTRONICS POLICY AT CAMP At Lake of the Woods, we think it is important for our campers to unplug and let themselves be present and engaged in their camp experience. Our screen-free policy ensures that our campers get a much-needed break from the digital world. Please reinforce the following rules with your child before camp begins. Absolutely NO CELL PHONES are permitted at camp NO Kindles or other E-readers NO electronic device capable of internet access NO walkie-talkies NO ipads, ipod Touches, tablets or laptops NO Apple Watches / Smart Watches NO PSPs, Nintendo Switches, Gameboys or other electronic video game systems NO scooters, Hoverboards, etc. Music is an important part of our camp culture. Campers are allowed to bring a basic MP3 player with NO video or game capabilities and NO wifi capabilities. Again, this means that itouches or iphones (even without a calling plan or SIM card) will NOT be allowed at camp. Any of these prohibited items will be confiscated. Campers may bring an ipod nano or shuffle as long as it does not have games or wifi capabilities. Please keep in mind that camp is not responsible for items that may be lost or damaged. Fitbit and personal fitness tracking devices are permitted as long as they are not capable of internet access. PACKAGE POLICY Packages can create an unhealthy competition among campers and parents. In an effort to promote a non-materialistic camp environment and in fairness to all campers and parents, our camp has implemented a NO package policy. This policy extends to all parents, relative and friends. In order to ensure fairness, this policy will be strictly enforced. - Any package received will be returned to sender. - You MAY send flat envelopes up to 9x12 in size. If you can bend it, you can send it. Please inform family and friends and remind them not to send food, candy or gum in letters. If your child forgets to pack an essential item, please contact us at the camp office and we will arrange for your child to receive these items. BIRTHDAY PACKAGES: If your child has a birthday while at camp, they are allowed to receive ONE birthday package. Please DO NOT send food.
Lake of the Woods 4 & 8 Week Girls Packing List Do not send delicate clothing that cannot safely be washed in a commercial laundry. Every item of clothing and equipment must be clearly labeled with your camper s first and last name. DO NOT PACK: Handheld electronics such as ipod Touches, Nintendo Switches, ipads, Kindles, PSPs, cell phones, walkie-talkies, fireworks, electric fans, skateboards, scooters, knives, or weapons. We also recommend leaving valuables at home. Camp will not be responsible for loss or damage. REQUIRED (2) Reusable Water Bottles or Canteens - Do not bring or send Bottled Water (2) Laundry Bags with name (2) Official LWC Camp T-shirts (Grey with navy logo)* *For camp photo & out-of-camp trips. Order from www.thecampspot.com OPTIONAL LOGO d APPAREL Logo d Sweatshirt Logo d Sweatpant Logo d Shorts APPAREL & ACCESSORIES (14) T-Shirts/ Tank tops (2) Long Sleeve Tees (4-5) Pairs of pants - jeans, sweats, etc. (8) Pairs of Shorts (4) Sweatshirts (1) Nice Outfit for Socials (1-2) Oversized T-shirts for Art (Optional) (14) Pairs of Underpants (6) Undershirts or Bras (18) Pairs of Socks (2-3) Sets of Sleepwear (3-4) Swimsuits SHOES (1-2) Flip-flops/Beach Sandals (1) Pair of Shower Sandals/Flip-flops (1) Pair of Rain Boots (2) Pairs of Athletic Shoes BEDDING & BATH Linens may be rented from camp if arranged in advance. (1) Warm Blanket (2) Fitted Twin Sheets (2) Flat Twin Sheets (2) Pillowcases (1) Standard Pillow (1) Egg Crate (Optional) (1) Bathrobe (Optional) (4) Bath towels (2-4) Washcloths or (1) luffa (2) Beach Towels Warm Jacket or Fleece Rain Jacket or Poncho OUTERWEAR TOILETRIES (1) Shower Organizer/Caddy (1) Filler Kit - Toothbrush, Toothpaste, Hair Brush, Soap, Shampoo, Conditioner (1) Box of Tissues (1) Sunscreen (1) Bug Spray- Deep Woods Off Recommended (1) Afterbite CAMPING GEAR (1) Sleeping Bag - Per Family (for campers entering 6th grade and older) Backpack or Drawstring Bag Flashlight Battery Operated Fan MISCELLANEOUS ITEMS Extra Batteries Disposable or Inexpensive Camera Books & Magazines Games, Hobbies - No Electronic Games with Wi-Fi capabilities ipod Nano or ipod Shuffle - We do not allow models with Wi-Fi capabilities. No ipod Touches! Set of Extra Eyeglasses Pair of Sunglasses Stuffed Animal Camp Anywhere Chair - Crazy Creek Stationary & Stamps SPECIAL EVENTS - OPTIONAL Red, white, & blue clothing to wear on the 4th of July 1st Session Olympic Days Colors: gold & purple - one item of clothing in each color 2nd Session Color Days Colors: blue & white - one item of clothing in each color HORSEBACK RIDING - REQUIRED IF TAKING RIDING Riding Boots or Heeled Shoes Riding Jodhpurs, Tights, or Extra Blue Jeans PACK & SHIP Cargo-sized Duffle Bags (no larger than 42 ) with Name Name Tapes OR Name Stamp - Required to label all clothing and equipment