Parents ask...What if my child is a first-time camper?It's tough to send a child to camp for the first time. Reassure your child that caring adults will be there. Talk about all the fun things to do at camp. Tuck a family photo or stuffed animal into you child's backpack. Ask a friend to go. And remember, all of our campers were once first-timers, and they are eager to share their knowledge with newcomers.
What about medications and medical emergencies?You'll complete a health history form once your child is registered. A camp nurse reviews the history and administers all medications. In an emergency, a medical first-response unit is 5 minutes from camp. The nearest hospital is in Nashville, IL.
What if my child doesn't swim?Lifeguards swim-test all campers. Those that can’t swim well are limited to a roped shallow area. Lifeguards supervise swimming at all times. Swimmers use the buddy system. If a camper chooses not to swim, we provide supervised alternative activities.
Will my child be safe?The health, safety and well being of each camper are extremely important. Camp Phoenix is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA). It meets or exceeds standards for facilities, safety and staff training set by the ACA.
All of our paid and volunteer workers are trained and screened according to the guidelines of the Episcopal Church's National Sexual Abuse Prevention Policy. Our camp is smoke-free, weapon-free, and drug-free.
When is Camp?July 27 through August 2, 2008
Where is Camp?We rent the entire DuBois Center (check it out) facility for our week. DuBois Center is located on 280 acres 50 miles east of the St. Louis Arch on Interstate 64 and 17 miles southeast of Nashville, IL.
How much does camp cost?If you register on or before May 15, the camp fee is $275. The fee rises to $325 after May 15. The fee covers Sunday afternoon through the following Saturday at 10 AM, and includes bus transportation from St. Louis, lodging, meals and snacks, and activities.
Is financial assistance available?Help with fees is available, depending on family size and circumstances. To request a scholarship, contact Camp Phoenix. Your local parish may also be able to help with costs.
How do I register my child?Online registration is available at the Camp Phoenix Registration website.
Deadlines:| Early registration (Saves $50) by: | May 15, 2008 | | Registration only by Director permission after: | July 1, 2008 | | All payments complete by: | July 1, 2008 | | Medical form (online) complete by: | July 1, 2008 | | Camp Medication List (online) complete by: | July 1, 2008 | | Online secondary (Emergency) contact complete by: | July 1, 2008 |
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