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Answers to Frequently Asked Questions
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May I visit my child during camp?
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| Parents do not visit during the camp
session. Many of our campers come from such distances that visits would be
impossible and in all fairness to them we ask those who live closer refrain. Our
experience is that visits tend to exacerbate homesickness rather than alleviate
it.
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What about mail?
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| Letters from home are eagerly anticipated by campers.
Many parents try to write every day. We organize regular sessions for writing
letters home. Packages are great but please don't send food, violent comics or
electronic toys.
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How about phone calls?
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| Parents are welcome to call and talk to us or
their child's counselor. Meal times are a good time to find us near the phone.
We do not allow campers to talk to their parents directly because it would tend
to make children homesick or worsen any existing homesickness.
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Should I send spending money?
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| There is nothing for campers to spend money on at camp, so we ask that they not have spending money with them.
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Arrival Time
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| Please see the Transport page for updated 2024 Arrival and Departure information.
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Departure Time
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| Please see the Transport page for updated 2024 Arrival and Departure information.
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How does Camp Celo help with homesickness?
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| Homesickness is something
that we deal with every summer and is usually not a big deal. If the camper has
been a part of the decision to come to camp and is committed to the idea they
usually get over being homesick in a day or two. It is important for both the
camper and the parents to be prepared for some homesickness, so if it happens it
doesn't come as a surprise. We suggest that you discuss the issue with your
child ahead of time and talk together about what they might do if they feel
homesick. For example they could choose to pat one of the baby animals with a
counselor, or write a letter home, or work on a favorite project or game. It's
also a good idea to practice with sleepovers at friends' houses or trips to
visit cousins or grandparents.
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| It's best not to make a bargain and tell your child to just try camp for the
first week. This usually creates the expectation that they will only be staying
at camp for one week. Even in fairly difficult cases a camper will get over
homesickness if parents are firm and encouraging. Emphasize that sticking to
their commitment to complete the session will be worthwhile in the long run.
Counselors are always good at being comforting and will provide plenty of
choices of activities to keep children busy, involved and happy.
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What is the head check for?
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| Head lice have the potential for being a
real problem at camp. We have worked to eliminate the problem here by thoroughly
checking all campers and staff for lice upon arrival. If any nits are found we
will quietly ask the parent to take the child home until he/she can be treated
and return nit free.
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