Our Discovery Camp is a nurturing program that is specifically designed for the child who has not been to sleepaway camp before. Our program is limited to less than 50 campers, all of whom are here for the first time. It is this attention to each child that makes our Discovery Camp work so well. Nearly 93% of our campers wish to return.

Prior to Camp:

* We distribute a Parent's Handbook which contains everything you'll need to get ready for camp. This includes how to prepare your child for that first time alone to a packing list. Our Parent's Handbook covers everything!

* Once you enroll you are invited to meet new friends on our social networking website. This provides a wonderful opportunity to meet staff and campers alike.

* At the end of May we have an open house in Chicago, this provides newcomers with a wonderful chance meet Other campers and staff.!

* We ask parents and campers to tell us in detail about themselves, from songs you like to things you are scared of. Plus we ask for a photo So we know who you are before you ever arrive at camp.

* Parents of newcomers know that Jeff & Lonnie are always available to answer questions and offer friendly advice for their child. If you have a question, give us a call...that's why we are here.

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During Camp: * As soon as your child arrives in camp he/she is introduced to their cabin counselor as well as the Jeff & Lonnie the Directors. Staff. This way your child knows who to come and see should they have an issue. * Our camp ONLY has new campers...so everyone is in the same position right from the start. * The first day of camp is an orientation day complete with camp tour. Campers learn about different activities and safety in these areas as well as camp expectations and even where the mail box is. * The first night the 6 campers and 2 counselors from each cabin set up their cabin respect list. Ensuring that everyone has a say in what they feel is important in their new family. * Many of our staff are returning to Swift Nature Camp, most are teaching majors at university...so they see camp as a way to learn about children. * We realize that one of the easiest ways to minimize homesickness in a child is to keep them busy. We do this from early morning to late at night. We even have a enough staff on hand to give those children who are having a more difficult time their own private counselor. We know of no other summer camp that is as dedicated to the first time camper as we are.

After Camp:

* We as you and your child to rate our program and how it has benefited your child. .

* We want to be your child's Family in the Northwoods so SNC friendships are what it's all about. We Strive to keep these friendships alive .

*Every few month your child will et a news letter as to what's happening at camp Campers love getting the "Camp Corner" newsletter.

*We will send your child holiday cards and birthday cards.

*We encourage children to stay in touch with our social networking site, Smorecamp..

* We have a yearly reunion where campers can come and see old friends

Lonnie & Jeff Lorenz/Directors go on a camp tour & see what all the fun is about Click on the dog for additional information for the First Time Camper Looking For more info see Summer Camp Advisor