EXPLORER CAMP Dear Parents and Campers, Thank you for choosing Germantown Academy’s Explorer Camp. At Explorer Camp, we will be going on field trips every day. On most days, campers should arrive at camp between 8:45-9:00 a.m. Typically, we will return by 4:30 p.m. for pick-up. There are some days we need to depart before 9:00 a.m. Please check the calendar to make sure your child arrives on time as we will not be able to accommodate late arrivals on those days, due to the distance and nature of the trip. Pick-up time can vary from the anticipated time due to traffic, speed of the river when applicable, and the time required for all campers to complete an activity. Should the pick-up time change, campers and their families will be notified.
The drop-off and pick-up location for Explorer Camp is in the Bus Lane. If you enter through the main Lafayette Avenue entrance, bear left at the fork in the driveway. Then turn left at the stop sign to park in the parking lot or continue driving straight at the stop sign to drop off a camper at the sidewalk. You should have received an Explorer Camp Welcome Letter and Packet of Waivers in the mail. Please sign and return all waivers to the Summer Programs Office before your child’s first week of camp. These waivers can also be found on the “Forms” section of our website. Campers will not be allowed to participate in certain activities without these completed release forms. It is our intention to stay with the schedule but in the event of inclement weather, we will shift activities to accommodate the weather. While each day’s activities are different, there is some generic information that will help you to prepare for the activities. Each camper should have with them: Sunscreen
Insect Repellent for outdoor activities
Lunch and Snacks
Two Water Bottles
Backpack
Hat & Rain Gear
*Please see the website for the Explorer Camp weekly schedules. Closed Toed shoes with socks are required every day with the exception of trips to the beach and water parks. Campers should bring water shoes for rafting and tubing. Note: A cooler will be available to store lunches and drinks. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact me. We are looking forward to meeting your child! Kind Regards, Zachary Posnan Explorer Camp Director 267-280-2218 zachary.posnan@gacamp.org
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