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