Camp Robbinswold Core Camp 2014 Information WELCOME!! We are so glad that you will be joining us this summer. This packet contains information to make your time at camp a safe, fulfilling, and fun experience. Our camp staff is busy with training and preparing for summer. We can t wait for you to join us! If you have questions, feel free to contact us: Camp registrars: 253-475-0307 1-800-541-9852 campregistrar@girlscoutsww.org Kate Rocko Tegeler Prior to June 14: 253-798-5028 Camp Robbinswold Director After June 14: 360-877-9246 ktegeler@girlscoutsww.org To Do Check list: By June 2nd: Send Final Payment and completed Health Form, Camper Code of Conduct to: Girl Scouts of Western Washington A n: Camp Registrar PO Box 770 DuPont, WA 98327 2 Weeks before Camp: Review Packing List Do you have everything you need? Purchase or borrow needed items 1 Week before Camp: Begin gathering camp supplies Don t forget raincoat, bug spray, flashlight and water bo le! Join us for our Camp Robbinswold Open House Saturday, June 29 11 a.m. 1 p.m. Open House is a perfect opportunity for first time campers to see what camp looks like and for all campers to meet staff. Camp tours will be available and the Trading Post will be open. There are also several access trails to the Olympic National Forest right near camp, a great way to get out for the day! Night before Camp: Don t forget to bring your medica on in original container and favorite stuffed animal! Review direc ons and check in mes. Do a quick health check for fever, sore throat and head lice. Last day of Camp: Check me and loca on of pickup 1
Informa on Packet and Invoice Please read your Invoice/ Order Summary noting your CAMP, PROGRAM, DATES OF SESSION and amount due (if applicable). Your balance (if any) must be received at the DuPont Girl Scout Center 6 weeks prior to the beginning of the camp session. Deposits are nonrefundable, non-transferable after placement in a camp session. If you have applied for financial assistance, you will be notified by e-mail at a later date. Camper Informa on Included with the camper information are three forms which need to be filled out and returned to Girl Scouts of Western Washington by June 1st. (if registering after June 1st please submit all forms now) This will allow the camp staff to prepare for your camper prior to her arrival. 1. Camper Health History Form 2. Code of Conduct 3. Adult health history form Health Screening Upon arrival you will check in with the camp s Health Supervisor. The Health Supervisor will be available to discuss any concerns you may have about your stay. All medica ons will need to be turned in at this me. If medica on is to be taken at camp, make sure there is an adequate supply and be certain it is in its original container with direc ons clearly marked. During check in, you will also be checked by a staff member for over all health including head lice. If lice are found, the camper will be sent home for treatment. A er treatment, if camper is nit free, she will be welcome to join her program. Insurance Informa on Girl Scouts of Western Washington provides an insurance policy that, with your insurance, pays for medical expenses caused by accidental bodily injury sickness contracted while at camp. It does not pay for treatment of an illness or condi on that the camper has before coming to camp. Our policy also does have a maximum limit of payment for each incident. If your child should become ill or injured while at camp, every effort will be made to contact you before or while she is seeing the doctor. FIRST DAY LAST DAY FIRST AND LAST DAY OF THE SESSION Please check your invoice/order summary for your confirmed session Arrival me: 2 3 p.m. (dinner will be served at 6:00 p.m.) Please have any medica ons (over the counter and/or prescrip on) available in its original container (don t pack them inside luggage); they will need to be checked in with Health Supervisor. Please car pool if possible, parking is limited at camp. If you find you arrive early please wait in the parking lot for staff to arrive, we will be with you at the me above. Prior to un packing and se ling in all campers (adults as well) will go through our health screening check in. Camper check out on the last day of each session 10:00-11:00 a.m. on Saturdays OR 2:00-3:00 p.m. on July 31st (4 day session) If you need to make arrangements for a late arrival or early departure, please contact the camp director prior to your camp session. 8:00 Breakfast 9:00 12:00 Program me (2 programs) 12:30 Lunch 1:30 2:30 Personal me me me 2:30 6:00 Program me (2 3 programs) 6:00 Dinner 7:30 Evening program The use and possession of the following items are not allowed on GSWW Proper es: alcohol, tobacco, weapons and personal sports equipment. Please leave all pets at home or in the car during check in and check out. 2
CONTACTING YOUR CAMPER AT CAMP SNAIL MAIL You can help your camper enjoy camp even more by remembering her often with a cheerful letter or postcard from home. Remember to stress the fun she is having at camp and not all the activities she is missing at home. Please, mail letters to your child early, even before she leaves home. It may take several days to receive your letter. Consider bringing mail for your camper during check-in; these letters will be distributed throughout the session. Make sure everything is addressed clearly and bundled together when you arrive. Any care packages should not contain food, candy or gum as these items attract critters into the living unit. Girl Scout Camp Robbinswold Camper s Name Program or Unit 39580 N. Hwy 101 Lilliwaup, WA 98555 TRADING POST Camp Robbinswold is happy to offer the opportunity for families to purchase t-shirts, sweatshirt, and other items with the Camp Robbinswold name and logo! Our trading post will be open for business during opening and closing days (check-in and check-out) only and will accept cash, checks and major credit cards. This is a great way to remember camp all year long!! The summer camp patch may also be purchased as each camper will receive a year rocker to go around the patch. GIRL SCOUT LEADERSHIP EXPERIENCE All programs at camp integrate the Girl Scout Leadership Experience. GSUSA has discontinued many badges, try-its and interest patches therefore campers will no longer receive a badge sheet. Instead campers will receive an Activity Record Sheet to take home. The Activity Record Sheet will highlight the programs your camper participated in along with comments from camp staff on the camper s successes and contributions she had with the camp. EMAIL We are excited to tell you about our partnership with Bunk1.com! Bunk1 s secure, easy to use, summer website and email services let you send messages to your camper. To access the website, visit http://www.bunk1rollcall.com/en/i/622/login and enter the registration code: XUYATBLH There is a charge for email service, so have your credit card ready. This is a one-way email; campers will not be able to reply. CAMP TELEPHONE and CELL PHONES The camp phone is for emergency and business use only. Because of the large number of people at camp, campers will not be able to make or receive phone calls. Please do not send cell phones with your campers for calling or texting. Camp Robbinswold Phone: 360-877-9246 VISITING Open House gives parents and other interested visitors an opportunity to explore the site. It is not possible for parents or other people to visit campers during the camp session because girls are busy participating in camp program. And visitors disrupt camp routine. Due to the large number of campers we are not able to facilitate camp tours at check-in. HEALTH HUT PROCEDURES If a camper gets hurt, has an allergic reaction, or shows signs of illness, she will be taken to the Health Hut for evaluation by the Health Supervisor. Any time a camper spends more than a short stay in the Health Hut, or is seen by a physician, a call will be made to parents for further advice and directions. Girl Scouts of Western Washington has a no-nit/lice policy at our camps. Please be sure to check for nits or lice and, if found, treat them before arriving. If, during the check-in at camp, nits/lice are found, the camper will be sent home for treatment. After treatment, if camper is nitfree, she can join her unit or change to another session of camp (if space is available). If the camper is unable to return or transfer to an available session, the registration may be cancelled and camp fees are not refundable. HEALTH & NUTRITION We strive to serve healthy, tasty kid -friendly meals at summer camp. We encourage all campers to try a little of everything that is served, even if a familiar dish looks different than what they are used to. But, what if a camper really, really doesn t like what is served for that meal? We always have the classic standbys of PB & J, cold cereal and a bowl of fresh fruit (apples, oranges, etc.) is available in the dining hall during meals and for snacks. Healthy snacks, such as granola bars or crackers and cheese, are also available to provide extra energy during the day. A vegetarian option is always available at each meal where meat is served. If your camper has special dietary needs or restrictions, please contact the Camp Director prior to your camp session. We can accommodate most dietary needs with enough advance notice. 3
From Edmonds: Camp Robbinswold N 39580 Hwy 101 Lilliwaup, WA 98555 360-877-9246 Driving Instructions Take the Edmonds -Kingston ferry. Be forewarned - there is a lot of ferry traffic and long waits. Travel west on Hwy 104 across the Hood Canal bridge. At Hwy 101 turn left (south). Camp is 10 miles beyond Brinnon, on the left side of the road between mileage markers 316 and 317. If you reach Mike's Beach Resort, turn around. Driving time is approximately 1-1/4 hours from Kingston. From North or South of Olympia: Take I-5 south to Olympia. Take exit #104 from 1-5 onto Hwy 108. Go approximately 5 miles and take Hwy 101 north. Follow Hwy 101 north to Shelton and then to Lilliwaup and go 10 miles more. Watch for Mike's Beach Resort and go one more mile. Camp is on the right side of the road between mileage markers 317 and 316. If you reach Beacon Point, turn around. Driving time from Olympia is approximately 1 1/2 hrs From Bremerton: Follow signs to Belfair. Take Hwy 106 past Twanoh State Park. Turn right onto Hwy 101. Driving time is approximately 1 1/2 hours from Bremerton. Watch for Mike's Beach Resort and go one more mile. Camp is on the right side of the road between mileage markers 317 and 316. If you reach Beacon Point, turn around. Carpool to Camp! Carpooling is a great way to meet new friends before camp even begins! As a bonus, it s also a great way to save resources and help the environment! Email campregistrar@girlscoutsww.org to receive your carpool2camp.org password and instruc ons for beginning your search to find a carpool buddy in your area. Make sure to include Carpool to camp in the subject line. 4
GETTING PREPARED FOR CAMP LIFE Camp is an opportunity for girls to learn responsibility and independence. While at camp we work together to create a community. You will work together with others in your unit to do camp kapers such as setting up tables, cleaning after meals, cleaning the unit before departure. Kapers - Another way of saying chores A unit will be assigned to setting up the tables prior to a meal or cleaning after a meal. On departure days each unit will be fully cleaned and have an all camp cleaning assignment as well. Understand that this is a camp environment, our toilets are outhouses, there is no electricity in the cabins, the cabins are open air cabins (the cabin is not fully enclosed) you will be sharing cabins with others, and you will get tired but have a lot of fun with the staff and all the activities we have planed. For Male leaders sleeping arrangements will depend on the number of men attending. Men do sleep in separate cabin than girls. Unit A group of campers living in the same area, most units have 4 cabins (18 campers), a BIFFY and a covered picnic & cookout area. There could be multiple troops in one unit. If you bring your own snacks please keep them in your vehicle or check them in with your unit staff, snacks in the cabins attract wildlife. Biffy Bathroom In Forest For You (outhouse type bathrooms) there are no flush toilets for campers (this includes adults). Bunk assignments Often we receive request for troops/friends to bunk in the same cabin. We can not guarantee this however we can guarantee that you will be in the same bunk with your partner (please see male campers above as an exception). When you arrive at camp you will sign up for your cabin at this time you can sign up space for your group if others are arriving latter. Cookouts Troops will work with their camp staff two plan a menu for 1-2 cookouts. All to cooking equipment will be available for troop use. Troops can also request to do more cookouts if they would like. Expectations/sharing space-at least one adult is to be with their girls for all programing, and to take care of any girl needs. Your troop will also be assigned to camp kapers to help with the camp community environment. While you are camp other camp program is happening so please remember that campers are at camp and not with their troops. This also means we need the help from adults to keep cell phones out of sight of all campers. You will have a staff member with your troop during the day to help guide activity and give the girls a great camp experience including cookouts, campfires and anything else you would like. Theme Weeks Each session will feature a theme that will carry throughout the week during campfire, all-camp activities and meals. Girls are encouraged to bring clothing, costumes, props, etc. to get into the spirit of our theme! Please make sure everything has their name on it! July 6-12 Monsters July 13-19 Pirates Aug 3-9 Medieval July 20-26 Olympics Aug 10-16 Rock Star July 30 Aug 2 International 5
Time for camp!!! Let s get packing! PACKING LIST Medica ons in original container (don t pack in luggage) Socks Underwear Shirts Sweater/Sweatshirt Long Pants Shorts Warm Jacket Raincoat/Poncho Warm Pajamas Swimsuit Hat Sturdy Shoes/Boots Wading/Boa ng Shoes (closed toe, for walking on beach. The beach has oysters and Barnacles that can cut easily) Warm Sleeping Bag Mess Kit (Silverware, Cup, Bowl/Plate) 4 day Partners only & Partners Too program only Water Bo le (re fill,no need to buy water, ours is great!) Flashlight with Extra Ba eries Day backpack for day hikes Sunscreen Flip Flops ( for showers only) Personal Toiletries (comb, toothbrush and paste, shampoo, soap, washcloth, towel, beach towel, sanitary supplies) Op onal Items (but Nice to Have) Sta onary (with pre addressed and stamped envelopes/postcards Extra blanket Travel coffee mug (our coffee cups can not leave the lodge) Pillow and pillowcase Plas c bag for wet items Camera and Film/ba eries Favorite Book Favorite Stuffed Animal Sandals with back straps (like Tevas or Chaco) Spare key to vehicle (each year someone locks themselves out of their car) Costume/props for our decades theme What NOT to Bring Money Food or Candy (leave in car if you must) Electronics (cell phone, Laptop, mp3, kindles etc ) Hairdryer or Curling Iron Glass containers Label all items with your camper s name Check all your gear when you return home to make sure it is all there! Note: You will not be driving close to your living quarters, some far away units gear will be collected and delivered by truck while the close units will walk their gear into the cabin. LOST AND FOUND All personal clothing/equipment your camper brings to camp is their responsibility. Every effort will be made to help your camper learn to keep track of their belongings. Write your camper s name on all belongings. Ar cles le at camp will be logged by session and kept in the camp office un l two weeks a er the end of summer session. Call the camp office to make arrangements to pick up the ar cles from camp or the nearest Girl Scout service center. Be sure to pick up any medica on from the camp Health Supervisor prior to depar ng for home. 6
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Girl Scouts of Western Washington Girl or Adult Health History Record To be completed & signed by parent/ guardian of girls or by adult members for themselves. Name: Date of Birth: Age: Girl Adult Address: Parent/Guardian if Under 18: Phone: Address (if different than girl s address): Doctor s Name: Phone: Emergency Contact: Phone: Arthritis Asthma Bedwetting Bleeding disorder Convulsions/Epilepsy/Seizures Diabetes Diseases of the Ear or Ear Infections Eating Disorders (Anorexia, Bulimia, etc.) Eyesight Impairment Fainting/dizzy spells Headaches/Migraines Hearing Impairment Heart Defects/Disease Other: Date of last health examination: Please explain in detail any items checked above: Health Conditions: Past and Present [Check all that apply] Hernia Hypertension/High Blood Pressure Intestinal Disorders/Constipation Kidney/bladder illness Menstrual cramps Musculoskeletal Disorders Mental/psychological disorder Nosebleeds Sinusitis (Sinus Infections) Sleep Disturbances Speech Impairment Had surgery or hospitalized in the last 5 years Currently under doctor or psychologist s care Were any complicating medical problems noted in the last health exam? Yes No Since last health exam, has participant had: A serious injury requiring medical attention? Yes No Treatment in a hospital or emergency room? Yes No A surgical procedure or fracture? Yes No Any exposure to a contagious disease? Yes No Does your child have any restrictions concerning physical activities? Yes No Explain: Allergies Allergies Reaction/ Severity Treatment Date of last Reaction Does your child suffer from Anaphylaxis?* Yes No *A severe allergic reaction marked by swelling of the throat or tongue, hives, and trouble breathing. Does she carry an Epipen? Yes No Does she carry an inhaler? Yes No 9/10/10 NTS GirlorAdultHealthHistory_edit - WH
Record of Immunization [Must be completed in detail] Immunization Date Series Completed Year of Last Booster Immunization Date Series Completed Year of Last Booster Hepatitis B Diphtheria, Tetanus, Pertussis (DTap/Tdap) Measles, Mumps, Rubella MMR) Rotavirus (RV) Haemophilus influenzae type b (Hib) Pneumococcal (PCV) Hepatitis A Inactivated Poliovirus (IPV) Influenza Varicella Meningococcal (MCV) Human Papillomavirus (HPV) Tuberculin Test: Result Date Other: Medications and Dietary Restrictions List any medications including dosage schedule and specific instructions for use. ALL prescriptions must be in the original container with appropriate label. Medication Purpose Dosage Specific instructions Over-the-Counter Medications: Parent/Guardian of Minors: my daughter has permission to take the following medications in case of accident or injury: Tylenol/Acetaminophen Aspirin (fever reducer) Ibuprofen (pain/swelling) Benadryl/Antihistamine Robitussin/expectorant Pepto Bismol Imodium (anti-diarrhea) Dramamine (motion sickness prevention) Tums/antacid Skin Ointments (in case of rash, antibacterial, athlete s foot, etc.) Other: Special considerations or notes: Sudafed/decongestant I have reviewed the GSWW policy on administering medication to a minor and submitted the appropriate permission forms to the adult in charge. Yes No N/A - My child is not currently taking any prescribed or OTC medications. My child has the following dietary restrictions: For Parents/Guardians: I know of no reason (s), other than the information indicated on this form, why my daughter should not participate in prescribed activities except as noted. Signature of parent/guardian: Date: For adults: This health history is correct and I am able to participate in all prescribed activities except as noted. Signature of adult: Date: 9/10/10 NTS GirlorAdultHealthHistory_edit - WH
Girl Scouts of Western Washington Share Your Camper Form 3 Parent/Guardian complete this side of form and have your camper complete the backside. Please mail this form with all other forms by June 1 to: Girl Scouts of Western Washington, PO Box 770, DuPont, WA 98327-0770. Camper Name: Camp Attending: River Ranch Resident Camp River Ranch Day Camp Robbinswold St Albans Program Name: Program Dates: Nickname (if any) Age Birthday # of years as Girl Scout 1) Has your camper ever been away from home without members of her family? Yes No 2) Has your camper been to camp before? If so, where, when, and for how many years: 3) Why have you and your camper chosen a GSWW camp? (check all that apply) Returning camper from (year) Friend attending Newspaper/Internet Heard about it from previous camper Specialty program Other 4) Do you have any special goals for her camp experience? 5) Do you feel your camper is shy? Do you feel your camper is a leader or follower? My camper asks questions about the world around her My camper listens to others My camper solve problems on her own My camper states her opinion on issues My camper likes to do things on her own My camper teaches other children things she learns My camper puts other's needs in front of her own My camper wants to learn about nature My camper leaves a place cleaner than she finds it My camper is kind to others who are different from her Strongly Disagree Disagree Agree Strongly Agree Not sure 6) Does your camper have any special needs or behaviors of which our camp staff should be aware? 7) Does your camper have any dietary needs/concerns or allergies of which our camp staff should be aware? 8) Is there anything else you would like our camp staff to know? Printed Name: Signature: Date: Thank you for your time! (OVER) 1
Camper Letter to Unit Staff (To be completed by camper.) 3 Dear Unit Staff: Hi! My name is and my friends call me I decided to come to camp because This will be my summer at Camp and my summer attending camp. When I attended camp before, my favorite part was I m excited to come to camp because While at camp, I would like to try: (check two or three) Cooking outdoors Crafts Hiking Singing Nature activities Boating Swimming Overnight camping Other: I know what I'm really good at When I feel happy about something, I often tell people I am good at a lot of things If I try hard, I think I can learn anything I feel comfortable being outdoors at camp I like it when other kids join a group I'm playing with I think I will have fun meeting new friends at camp Nature is important to me I know how to take care of myself I like to try things I've never done Disagree a lot Disagree a little Agree a little Agree a lot Not sure Something I really want my counselor to know is Camper Signature 2
Girl Scouts of Western Washington Camper Code of Conduct 4 Camper Name: Camp Attending: River Ranch Resident Camp River Ranch Day Camp Robbinswold St Albans Program Name Program Dates I understand that I play an important role in the enjoyment of every camper at camp. My attitude and behavior are critical to my success and to others success at camp this summer. Therefore, for the good of all other campers, staff, and visitors to camp, I agree to abide by the following while at camp or on a trip sponsored by camp: I will abide by the Girl Scout Promise and Law. I will respect the places and the people with whom I come in contact, including privacy and property of others. I will be sensitive to the needs of others in my group. I understand that the use of alcohol, tobacco, or drugs will not be tolerated. Possession or use of these at camp will result in immediate expulsion from my camp program, with no refund of fees. I understand that weapons at camp will not be tolerated. Possession or use of these at camp will result in immediate expulsion from my camp program, with no refund of fees. I will act and speak positively and kindly to all campers and staff (i.e.: no swearing, lewd jokes, racial/ethnic jokes or slurs, etc.) I will be responsible for my personal belongings and equipment. I understand that GSWW is not responsible for items I lose or give away to other campers. I will use safety equipment provided for my use for my own safety and will follow all safety rules. I will treat all equipment provide for my use with care. I understand that I will be assessed for damages to any equipment due to my negligence. I agree to take my share of daily responsibilities by performing duties including but not limited to unit and cabin clean up, dining hall set up or clean up and other camp kapers. I understand that social cruelty (bullying, teasing, put-downs) and physical violence (hitting, fighting, restraining) will not be tolerated. Engaging in these behaviors will result in immediate expulsion from my camp program. I understand that if I am a victim of social cruelty or violent behavior I should seek help immediately from a counselor, health supervisor, camp director or any staff member to make sure that I am physically and emotionally safe at camp. I understand that I am to leave electronics at home, including ipods, MP3 players and cell phones. I understand that if I bring these things to camp, they will be confiscated and stored in a safe place and returned to my parent/guardian at the end of camp. I understand that I am to leave all pets at home. I understand that if I bring a pet to camp it will be held in a safe place until my parent/guardian arrives to take it home within 24 hours. I understand that if I do not abide by the guidelines above, the camp director will notify my parents/guardians and I will be sent home and that all arrangements and expenses will be the responsibility of my parents/guardians. I also understand that if I am sent home early due to misconduct, I will not receive a refund. Violations of these agreements may also jeopardize my ability to return to camp next year. Camper Signature Date I have read, understand and agree with the above responsibilities of my daughter/ward. Parent/Guardian Signature Date Please mail this form with all other forms by June 1 to: Girl Scouts of Western Washington PO Box 770 DuPont, WA 98327-0770