Camper Health

When we say that camper health and safety is our top priority, we really mean it. Many facets of camp preparation and programming incorporate some form of preventative measures to ensure injury/illness is minimized. Facilities and equipment are checked, cleaned and certified (where required) yearly.  Staff are encouraged (through wage increases) to attain their highest level of water and emergency certifications prior to working at camp, therefore, ensuring most staff are available to assist in the event of an emergency. Parents can also be assured that detailed emergency procedures (land and water) are in place and reviewed/practiced with staff during our extensive pre-camp training session and throughout the summer.

During camp, our fully equipped Health Centre with a full time Nurse and/or Doctor on-site makes certain that campers receive immediate care for all their medical needs. Pertinent medical equipment is also readily available on camp and at the arena, including defibrillators, epi-pens and first aid kits.

Part of the registration requirement is a Health History Form for each camper. Prior to check-in, our Health Care staff review all of the Health History forms for the upcoming week to list any concerns that need to be discussed with parents.  On check-in day, all parents will get a chance to meet with the Nurse/Doctor for the week. At this point, you can go over any allergies or health concerns you may have.  Campers who are Anaphylactic receive a special brightly colored bracelet to wear throughout the week, which reminds our staff to make sure the camper is carrying his/her epi-pen.

Campers will be screened for the following medical conditions after check-in. In the event that your child shows symptoms of the following prior to camp (up to 72 hours), please ensure they are assessed and treated ahead of time. If treatment is not completed prior to camp, please contact the Camp Director to discuss next steps.

• Head Lice – Please check your childʼs head. For more information on identification and treatment, visit http://www.cdc.gov/lice/head/index.html.
• Gastrointestinal Illness – Symptoms include but not limited to vomitting, chills, abdominal cramps and diarrhea
• Influenza-Like Illness – Symptoms include but not limited to fever with cough and one of the following; sore throat, muscle aches, joint pain or weakness.

New for 2012, we are hiring a Parent Communication Representative. This person will work closely with our Health Care team as well as with our counseling team and will be able to update parents quickly on any concerns your child might have while at camp.  Our goal is to continue to improve the level of comfort parents have while their child is away from home.