Parent`s Guide - CAMP AGUDAH TORONTO

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Camp Agudah Toronto
PARENTS GUIDE
GIRLS SEASON:
Tuesday, July 5 - Monday, August 1
BOYS SEASON:
Thursday, August 4 - Wednesday August 31
Table of Contents
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Bunk Request/Confimation Form. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Cancellation & Interruption Clause. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Canteen. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Cases of Water Bottles/Drinks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Cell Phones . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Checklist. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Departure to Camp. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Electronic Devices/Videos . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Email. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Fax. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Food Brought to Camp. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Immigration. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Labelling Clothes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Lice Check for Girls. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Lost & Found. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Luggage. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Mail. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Medical Form. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Mosquito Bite Prevention Advice. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Packages. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Payments & Boarding Pass. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Peanut/Nut Sensitive Policy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Reading Material & Music. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Rebbe Learning Card. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Reminder/Phone Number. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Returning from Camp. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Swimming/Safety Alert. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Telephone Calls. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Travel Cards. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Traveling Directions to Camp. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Traveling Return. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Tutoring. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Tznius. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
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Welcome to Camp Agudah Toronto.
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We look forward to a wonderful season where your child will ‫ אי׳׳ה‬benefit from the positive
experiences and lifelong friendships forged in our Torah atmosphere.
In order for your child’s preparations and transition into camp life to go as smoothly as possible, we urge you to read through these pages carefully. Campers and parents are required to
adhere to the following rules and regulations. Please review this information with your child.
BUNK REQUEST FORM
This form must be completed and signed by camper and parent
as a confirmation that you have read and agree to all terms of
this Parent’s Guide. Please be sure to note your childs sweatshirt size on the form should you wish to purchase a camp
sweatshirt for $25.00.
CANCELLATION & INTERRUPTION CLAUSE
If the Camp Agudah Administration deems it necessary to
cancel, reduce, or interrupt the season for the whole camp for
any reason whatsoever there will be a reimbursement of 75% of
the amount paid by the camper on a pro-rated basis.
CANTEEN
We suggest that you send money along with your child
to cover canteen expenditures. The amount is left to
your discretion and should be enclosed in an envelope
with your child’s name on it. The counselor will deposit
it in the canteen where each camper will have his/her
individual account.
CHEQUES FOR CANTEEN SHOULD BE MADE
PAYABLE TO CASH AND NOT CAMP AGUDAH.
CHEQUES CANNOT BE EXCHANGED THROUGH
THE CAMP OFFICE.
Never leave money in the cabin. Please put money in
canteen or the safe in the camp office.
CASES FOR WATER BOTTLES/DRINKS
Water bottles and/or drinks will NOT be accepted on the luggage
trucks. It will be sold by the case by the canteen during the first
week of camp.
CELL PHONES
Campers and Masmidim are not allowed to have cell phones.
Staff cell phone policies will be made available directly to
staff. Cell phones used for travelling to & from camp must be
handed in for the duration of the camp season. Please send
your child to camp with international calling cards so that
they can make phone calls.
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DEPARTURE TO CAMP
Carnegie 580 Finch Ave. West (North Parking lot)
Second driveway past the first light west of Bathurst.
Right turn to parking lot behind the Carnegie building.
Due to construction, only the east side of the building may be used for entering and exiting the back parking lot.
GIRLS
BOYS
Tuesday, July 5, 2016
Boarding commences at 7:45 AM
Last Bus Departs: 8:30 AM
Thursday, August 4, 2016
Boarding commences at 7:45 AM
Last Bus Departs: 8:30 AM
Out of town campers only: 10 AM Pearson
International Airport
PLEASE PARK PROPERLY AND LEAVE ROOM FOR BUSES TO ENTER AND EXIT.
ELECTRONIC DEVICES/VIDEOS
Plain & simple, any device that has video or internet “capabilities” even if
locked is not allowed in camp. Do not send it to camp as it will be confiscated
and not returned. Camp is not responsible for any valuables.
FOOD & DRINK BROUGHT TO CAMP
Each camper must bring an airtight sealed container (i.e.
Tree nuts or peanuts are not allowed in camp.
Rubbermaid or Tupperware) to store snacks in the bunk. This
You may bring food items that are labeled “may
rule will be strictly enforced for sanitary reasons. NO FOOD
contain traces” only for personal consumption.
RELATED APPLIANCES MAY BE BROUGHT TO CAMP (e.g.
These cannot be shared.
refrigerators, toaster ovens, hibachis, grills, hot plates,
Any nut foods will be confiscated and NOT
sandwich makers etc.)
returned.
Non compliance will mean confiscation without warning.
IMPORTANT:
PLEASE BE AWARE THAT CAMP AGUDAH IS A PEANUT/NUT SENSITIVE CAMP.
Please be sure to read the enclosed policy and follow the guidelines as they will be
strictly enforced.
Thank you for allowing all children to enjoy the Camp Agudah Experience.
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Peanut/Nut Sensitive Policy
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In the interest of keeping all our campers safe, Camp Agudah is a “Peanut/Nut
Sensitive” camp. This means that no foods containing peanuts or nuts will be
allowed on the camp grounds. Parents can not send any snacks or food to camp
with their child/children which contain peanuts or nuts. (This includes peanut
butter and peanut/nut cereals.) No home baked/cooked foods are allowed. Camp
will have random inspections. We appreciate the vigilance of parents & campers
in following the rules as you understand that this is a matter of ‫פיקוח נפש‬.
1. No foods containing peanuts or nuts are to be brought into camp by campers, staff, or
visitors.
2. Foods labeled “may contain traces of peanuts/nuts” or “made on machinery which manufactures peanuts/nuts” may be brought for individual consumption, but should not be shared.
3. All packages will be inspected. Birthday cakes must be from a nut free bakery. i.e. Hermes,
Isaacs, Grodzinski’s or Amazing Donuts.
It is the responsibility of the parents to notify the camp of any campers with food allergies.
Parents of campers with food allergies will be required to do the following:
1. Complete and provide 6 copies of the Allergy Anaphylaxis Alert Form.
2. Complete and sign a release form allowing staff to administer the Epi-pen in the event of an
emergency.
3. Ensure that your child wears a Medic-Alert bracelet.
4. Provide 2 Epi-pens that are not expired to be kept with the camper at all times.
5. Speak with your child’s counselor to discuss his/her individual needs within the first few
days of camp.
TO ENSURE A SAFE ENVIRONMENT FOR OUR ALLERGIC CAMPERS, CAMP AGUDAH WILL:
1. Only provide foods that are acknowledged or represented to be peanut/nut free. Baked
goods will be provided from a peanut/nut free bakery. Foods labeled “may contain traces of
peanuts/nuts” will not be provided to campers.
2. Train all staff members to recognize and respond to a severe allergic reaction.
3. Ensure the placement of spare Epi pens throughout the camp.
4. Enforce the Peanut/Nut Sensitive Policy.
NO HOME BAKED/COOKED FOOD IS ALLOWED AT CAMP
PLEASE NOTE: ANY FOODS CONTAINING PEANUT OR NUT INGREDIENTS WILL BE
PERMANENTLY CONFISCATED AND REMOVED FROM CAMP GROUNDS WITHOUT
ANY FORM OF REIMBURSEMENT!
Your cooperation in the above allows all children to enjoy the Camp Agudah Experience.
We thank all parents, campers, staff, and visitors in advance for their cooperation regarding this policy!
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IMMIGRATION
Passports are required to enter Canada. Please make sure the
expiry date is not prior to 6 months of your arrival or departure
from camp. Documents and tickets will be kept in the camp safe.
LABELLING CLOTHES
Campers’ names must be on every garment to avoid losing
articles in the laundry. Articles on to which name tapes cannot
be sewn; i.e. toothbrushes, soap dishes, etc.- should have
adhesive tape marked with the name. Articles not claimed at lost
and found in camp will be donated.
LICE CHECK - FOR GIRLS
Camp Agudah is not offering a pre-camp lice check this year.
All campers must be checked for lice/nits 2 days prior to camp.
To avoid embarrassment make sure your child is lice and nit
free. If lice is found your child will be sent home from camp
and may return once she is lice and nit free. You will be
responsible for all transportation costs.
LOST & FOUND
NEW: There will not be a lost and found in Toronto after camp.
Articles not claimed in camp will be donated.
LUGGAGE DROP OFF
GIRLS
SUNDAY, JULY 3, 2016
10am - 12pm
ACCEPTABLE LUGGAGE:
duffel bags & suitcases
UNACCEPTABLE LUGGAGE:
trunks, cardboard boxes, paper parcels & drinks
CARRY ON LUGGAGE FOR BUS:
small items, knapsacks & hockey sticks
BOYS
SUNDAY, JULY 31, 2016
10am - 12pm
The camp truck will be parked in front of the
Agudah North building: 129 McGillivray.
Three luggage tags will be sent to you.
We urge you to bring as much of your child’s luggage as possible to avoid any delays on departure day.
Staff must also bring luggage to the trucks.
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MAIL
We know how eager you are to hear from your children. Campers are
encouraged to write home often. They also love to receive mail. Do not
give your child US stamps to mail from Canada as it is useless. Stamps will
be sold in the canteen. Please address your letters as follows:
{Name of camper}
bunk #, c/o Camp Agudah
3793 Highway 118 West
Port Carling, Ontario
POB 1J0
MEDICAL FORM
The comprehensive form should have been
completed by you in full detail on both sides
and returned to our office - signed in two
places. This form does not have to be filled out
by your doctor.
We are not responsible for any medical
expenses therefore campers that are residents
of Ontario your Health Card Number must
appear clearly on the medical form.
PLEASE INCLUDE A CLEAR PHOTOCOPY OF YOUR
OHIP CARD.
IF CURRENT OHIP INFORMATION IS NOT
SUBMITTED, YOUR CREDIT CARD WILL BE CHARGED
FOR DOCTORS FEES. A VISA/MASTERCARD MUST BE
SUBMITTED BY EVERYONE IN CAMP FOR
PRESCRIPTIONS AND SERVICES NOT COVERED BY
OHIP.
Nurse’s Tel. No. 705-765-6828.
Quebec campers should submit their Quebec coverage information. All out of Ontario staff & campers
must purchase full medical coverage for Ontario i.e. travellers insurance. There will be a charge for each
visit to the Doctor including those in the Doctor’s clinic on camp grounds. Your credit card on file will
be charged & documentation for your insurance claim will be sent to you. You will be responsible for
all medical expenses.
NEW: Doctor Waiver Form for all NON-CANADIAN RESIDENTS must be submitted or you will NOT
receive your boarding card.
MOSQUITO BITE PREVENTION ADVICE
Some Medical Authorities have recommended to take Vitamin B
Complex every morning and evening two weeks before camp starts.
Continue to take it during camp. Check with your doctor. Insect
repellents with proper percentage of deet are recommended.
The recommended amounts of deet are as follows:
- children 12 and under: up to 10%
- over age 12: up to 30%.
PACKAGES
We strongly discourage sending packages to camp. If a package
must be sent, all courier, duties and taxes must be prepaid or else it
will be sent back. Do not send packages to the Toronto office. All
packages will be opened in the office in front of your child Any
food/items not allowed in camp will be confiscated.
Whoever sends the package (ie: grandparents, relatives, friends)
must send a NUT FREE package.
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PAYMENTS & BOARDING PASS
No camper will be permitted on the bus unless the camp has received:
- full payment
- completed medical form or non Canadian doctors waiver form
- credit card number on medical form
- signed bunk form by parent and camper
A boarding pass will be sent to you upon receiving the items listed above.
PLEASE MAKE SURE WE RECEIVE THESE ITEMS WITH
SUFFICIENT TIME TO SEND YOU THE BOARDING CARD.
READING MATERIAL AND MUSIC
PLEASE NOTE: Any reading material and music that does not conform
to the standards of Camp Agudah will be confiscated for the duration
of the camp season.
REBBE LEARNING CARD
(Boys Grade 4-8)
Please have the enclosed card completed by your rebbe and returned
to the camp office.
RETURNING FROM CAMP
Pick-Up location: Carnegie; 580 Finch Ave west (North parking lot)
Due to construction, only the east side of the building can be used for entering and exiting
TRANSPORTATION FOR YOUR RETURN TRIP SHOULD
BE BOOKED FOR AFTER 3:00 PM.
Campers will arrive in Toronto between
2:00 and 3:00 P.M.
AIRPORT : CAMPERS WILL BE DROPPED OFF BY 1 PM.
BUS TERMINAL/TRAIN: CAMPERS WILL BE DROPPED
OFF BETWEEN 1-3PM
GIRLS
BOYS
MONDAY, AUGUST 1, 2016 WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 31, 2016
SAFETY ALERT
For safety purposes each swimmer in the girls season is required to
wear a specific colour bathing cap. Bathing caps will be sold in
camp for $6.00.
Deep water swimmers: fluorescent pink (Swim Kids level 6 and up)
Shallow water swimmers: fluorescent green (Swim Kids levels 1-5)
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TELEPHONE CALLS/FAXES/EMAIL
From past experience, we have found that telephone calls between
parents and campers have disrupted the smooth operation of camp.
Please instruct your child not to call unless it is vital, in which case
he/she will be required to first ask permission from the counselor.
Please make sure your child has an international calling card. Each
bunk will receive a designated time once a week to call home. At the
same time, we ask for your co-operation by not calling the camp
unless there is an “emergency”. At such time, please contact the camp
office and messages will be forwarded.
A steady flow of letters are the best replacement for phone calls. We, in
turn, will urge campers to write steadily to you. A FAX machine and
EMAIL (girls season only) for incoming letters is available. Please limit
faxes to 1 page. Please do not fax/email pictures. Please print your
child’s name, bunk number clearly at the top of your fax or else your
child will not receive the fax/email.
Faxes/emails will be distributed once a day, usually during lunch.
Please do not send or fax letters to the Toronto office. There is no
guarantee that they will be delivered. Cell phones are not permitted.
Office number: 705-765-6816
Fax number: 705-765-7205
Email Address (girls only): campagudahcampers@gmail.com
TRAVEL CARDS: OUT OF TOWN CAMPER AND STAFF
Parents of out-of-town campers must complete the enclosed travel
cards and send back immediately. If you are planning to arrive earlier
in Toronto and depart with the Toronto campers from Carnegie please
check that box. This card may be faxed to 416.781.4544 or e-mail to
campagudah@rogers.com. Please make arrangements to pay for
unaccompanied minor fees for both ways if applicable.
TUTORING
Tutoring in different ‫ למודים‬or subjects is available in addition to or
instead of the regular daily ‫שיעורים‬. The fee will be approximately
$25 per hour. If you are interested please send or fax your detailed
request to the camp office: Attn: Rabbi Blaustein.
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TRAVELLING DIRECTIONS
Take highway 401 to highway 400 North.
The following points are provided to make your
trip easier.
1) 88 km to Barrie
2) Continue towards the end of Barrie on Hwy
400 where Hwy 400 & Hwy 11 split. Bear right
onto ramp of Highway 400.
3) From the 400 and 11 split after Barrie continue
on Hwy 400 for approximately 87 km until exit 189
Mactier Gravenhurst
4) Get off at EXIT 189 Mactier Gravenhurst and
continue for approximately 6 km until Muskoka
Highway 169, Gravenhurst
5) Turn right onto Muskoka Highway 169 (towards
Gravenhurst) for approximately 10 km until
Muskoka Highway 118
6) Make a left onto Muskoka Highway 118
continue for 4 km
7) CAMP AGUDAH TORONTO is on your right
side
TRAVEL RETURN TO TORONTO
1) Make a left turn out of camp on to Highway 118 continue for 4 km
2) Turn right onto Muskoka Hwy 169 for approx 10 km.
3) Make a left at stop sign on to Hwy 69; travel approx 6 km.
4) Merge onto Toronto bound Hwy 400 South approximately 180 km
until Toronto
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TZNIUS
THESE GUIDELINES ARE COMPULSORY FOR ALL GIRLS.
DRESS CODE
- Skirts must reach below the knees at all
times.
- No clothing should be too tight.
- No slits on skirts, even below the knee.
- All shirts should have high enough necklines to cover the collarbone and around
the entire neckline.
- Sleeves should cover the elbows at all
times.
- Shirts must reach over the waistband of
the skirt at all times, even during sports.
- No crocs, slippers, robes or maxi dresses
will be allowed in the dining room on
Shabbos.
- Knee socks, stockings or short socks worn
over stockings are permitted. Socks must
be worn to the lake
- No nail polish may be worn.
- Campers can only go to the lake with
appropriate attire over their bathing suit,
such as a robe or cover up covering the
knees and elbows.
Camp Agudah has set a goal of
excellence in every part of our
program, from crafts, sports, night
activities and shiurim through to the area
of Tznius. With that in mind, please read
the dress code regulations provided. All
dress code rules will be strictly enforced.
Please keep in mind that tznius refers to
the overall look. Aside from making sure
that each garment is within the proper
guidelines, please ensure that the overall
appearance reflects Torah values.
We thank you for you cooperation in
helping Agudah Toronto maintain a level
of tznius consistent with the high
standards of Bnos Yisroel.
- Only appropriate and suitable nightware can be worn.
- Only one piece bathing suits allowed.
Important Phone/Fax Numbers
CAMP AGUDAH PORT CARLING OFFICE: 705.765.6816
CAMP AGUDAH CAMPERS FAX: 705.765.7205
EMAIL ADDRESS: campagudahcampers@gmail.com (GIRLS ONLY)
NURSE: 705-765-6828
EMERGENCIES-RABBI BLAUSTEIN 416-827-6542
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CAMP AGUDAH CHECKLIST
Did you send in your....
Payment
Visa or Mastercard number & expiry date
Completed medical form on both sides
Doctors waiver for non-Canadian residents
Bunk request form with both signatures
Bunk request form with sweatshirt size
if ordering
Learning card (boys only)
Travel arrangement cards
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