2021 Parent Information Packet - Camp Pillsbury 315 S. Grove Ave Owatonna, Minnesota 55060 507-214-2200 (Office) 727-415-4631 (Mobile)
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2021 Parent Information Packet
Camp Pillsbury
315 S. Grove Ave
Owatonna, Minnesota 55060
507-214-2200 (Office)
727-415-4631 (Mobile)camppillsbury@gmail.com
Dear Parents,
Welcome to Camp Pillsbury! This letter details information to help you and your camper(s) get
ready for camp.
Camp is an experience that cannot be duplicated in any other environment. Camp Pillsbury’s goal is to provide
a safe, fun, nurturing environment and to provide activities that will increase your child’s confidence and abilities.
Countless hours throughout the year have gone into preparing, evaluating, and amplifying our programs in order
to better serve the needs of our camper population. We feel you have made the right choice in sending your child
to our camp and with your help, we are well prepared to serve their needs.
Campers will thrive while building on existing interests and developing new ones. They flourish
and excel in the areas they become passionate about and their self-confidence soars. They
become better singers, dancers, actors, athletes, artists, musicians and even students. We
guarantee they will love camp so much they’ll ask to stay all year - and they can.
All of your family’s registration information is currently available online. You can access it by
going to https://camppillsbury.campmanagement.com/p/campers and logging into your account.
If you have already attended camp, or have already created a camper account - please do NOT
create a new user profile. If you do not remember your username or password, first try to reset
your password. If you still need assistance, please send an email to camppillsbury@gmail.com,
provide the campers full name and date of birth and what you would like the password to be
reset to. Please remember that all passwords must contain at least one capital letter and one
number.
If you have any questions or concerns leading up to the summer please email us at
CampPillsbury@gmail.com
Yours Sincerely,
Vonda
Vonda White
Camp Owner
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Once enrolled, all campers must complete the camper forms located in your parent portal under
the “FORMS” tab. All forms must be completed within a week of starting camp. All Forms
must be completed each year by all campers. The forms are listed in sections as follows:
Section 1: Web Forms required – These online forms must be completed prior to camp arrival.
Section 2: Important Info – This section is full of information you will need for camp.
Section 3: Other Forms – End of camp evaluation web form. Do not complete until camp is over.
Section 4: Medical Forms for 2021 - All Medical forms are online forms and must be completed
prior to camp arrival. Camp Pillsbury cannot input any medical information on behalf of your child
(this includes immunization information). This must be completed by a parent or legal guardian.
The state of Minnesota requires that shall have a physical examination performed not more than 90
days prior to admission to the camp by a duly licensed practitioner of the healing arts and shall be
signed by such practitioner. It shall include a health history, an immunization record, a statement as
to the existence of or freedom from communicable diseases, and instructions relative to the
limitation of the camper's participation in camp activities necessitated by physical disability or
impairment. You may find a form to be completed by the physician on your parent portal under the
forms tab. Login, click on forms, scroll to the bottom of the page under “medical”, click on
“camper health care form”, click on “download the camper health care form”. You can then print
the form, fill it out, take it to your physician for signature and remit it to Camp Pillsbury. To remit
the form, follow all of the steps listed above, except for the last page, instead of choosing
“download camper health care form”, click on the box “choose file”. Once you locate the
completed form on your device, choose “submit form”.
Covid19 – Safer Together
Before sending your child to Camp Pillsbury, we want to make sure you understand that in light of
the current medical, legal and economic conditions resulting from the COVID 19 pandemic, and
recognizing that these conditions are subject to abrupt change at any time, you are sending your
child to camp under the following conditions.
While we wish that we could control every possible risk, and while we will use our best efforts to keep
your child safe from the COVID 19 virus, we want to make clear that we cannot promise or guarantee
that this or any other pathogen will not enter camp, and that by the very nature of the personal
interaction that takes place in the camp environment, there is always a risk of your child becoming ill
with this or any other communicable disease. We want you to be fully aware of this risk in making the
decision to send your child to camp this summer, and that you are willing to assume and accept it on
your child’s behalf.
Our efforts to keep your child safe include minimizing contact with anyone outside of the camp
community. Although we understand the importance of traditional performance day to you and your
child, the safety of our camp community must come first. Unfortunately Parent Performance Day will
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Facebook Live.
Because we want to do everything to keep camp operating in a safe manner, if your child is
exhibiting symptoms of or tests positive for COVID 19 or other communicable disease, they may be
quarantined as recommended by medical staff. Depending upon the medical advice we receive, your
child may be allowed to remain at camp while under quarantine, or you may be required to make
immediate arrangements to pick up your child. We understand the hardship this could present, but
we want to do all we can to assure the safety of both your child and the rest of the camp population.
As part of our efforts to provide a safe environment, campers will not be permitted to leave camp for
any reason except for waterfront activities or emergencies.
We have been doing all we can to open camp for the 2020 season. As in any year, much of the cost
to prepare and operate a camp is incurred prior to the camp season. For this reason, if camp closes
before the scheduled last day, whether by government order or by a decision of the directors that
doing so is in the best interests of campers and staff, we cannot provide refunds of any payment, but
we can apply the payment to the summer of 2021.
Coronavirus Protocol
We continue to review our processes for ensuring that our entire community is as safe and healthy as
possible. We’re redoubling an effort we began last summer to disinfect dorms, common areas,
activity areas, kitchen, and dining hall. As always, the safety and health of everyone in our camp
community is our top priority.
During the past few months, we have been carefully following the development of the coronavirus.
We have been working closely with or following the directives of the Center for Disease Control
(CDC) offices, the American Camp Association (ACA) both nationally and locally, Minnesota State
Department of Health.
Our first priority is obviously prevention - anticipating and avoiding areas of exposure. It is imperative
that we are prepared in the case of an outbreak of the coronavirus or any Influenza Like Illness (ILI).
The following information is meant to provide you with a framework for our protocols of
preparedness, prevention and treatment. It is also important to understand that we expect our
protocol and policies to continue to evolve (just as they have in the past several weeks) as we receive
updates.
General Information
According to the CDC, the symptoms of coronavirus usually include fever plus at least either cough
or sore throat, often referred to as “Influenza Like Illness” (ILI). (Red rash on feet, hands, lips of any
kind for kids.) At this time, CDC recommends the primary means to reduce the spread of this
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cough and hand hygiene etiquette, including hand washing and environmental controls that
encourage use of these hygienic practices.
Parent Responsibility Before Camp
1. Before opening day, we will work with parents to self-screen campers to ensure that everyone
arriving at Camp Pillsbury is healthy.
2. In the 14 days prior to your child’s departure for camp, it is important that you take your
child’s temperature EACH DAY and monitor for cough or sore throat. Other symptoms may
include headache, tiredness, runny or stuffy nose, body aches, diarrhea and vomiting. The
Coronavirus 14 Day Check Form that is listed on your parent portal must be completed 24
hours prior to coming to camp.
3. If your child registers a temperature 100 degrees F or higher, along with a cough or sore
throat within 14 days prior to coming to camp, it is your responsibility to contact us
immediately.
4. Any child registering a fever along with cough or sore throat in any of the 14 days prior to
their anticipated departure for camp, may potentially have coronavirus or an ILI virus and
must remain at home and cannot depart for camp as scheduled. A discussion with the
Directors will determine when they are able to come to camp.
5. Parents will submit a pre-camp health screening form.
6. Campers must live in a home environment that has been free of COVID-19 for over two
weeks and be medically cleared to attend.
7. We will add screening criteria based on the latest information and best practices at a future
date.
8. We will have a staggered and scheduled arrival time and new check-in system. As opening
day approaches, we will continue to modify and improve our camper check-in process to best
guarantee a virus-free community.
Arrival Corona Virus Protocols
1. All staff will be screened upon arrival at camp or at pick up locations. If fever is detected,
they will be quarantined.
2. Our staff will arrive prior to camp opening, providing time for a full quarantine if necessary.
Health, hygiene, hand-washing, and camp cleanliness will continue to be part an essential
part of staff training.
3. Campers will be screened at drop off for fever. If fever is detected, they will not be asked to
reschedule their camp stay.
4. Immediately upon arrival at camp, all campers will process through our medical staff for a
brief health history, temperature check and a lice head check.
The camp’s administrative team, in conjunction with healthcare professionals, and working with the
Minnesota health department determines what immunizations associated with communicable disease
control are needed by campers and staff in order to attend the camp. This determination is based on
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camp.
Eliminating Parent Performance Day – At this juncture we will not be having any visitation during the
summer of 2020. According to the World Health Organization, healthy children are less susceptible
to the virus. Older adults, especially those with underlying health issues, or anyone with a chronic
illness is more susceptible. For 2020 we will eliminate Parent Performance Day and campers will be
dropped off in the parking lot.
Camp Protocols and Treatment Protocols
1. Sanitizers/ hand washing stations have been placed throughout camp, including but not
limited to, food service locations & bathrooms.
2. Reminders and instruction on safe coughing practices and appropriate hand washing
procedures will be incorporated into the daily life and culture of camp.
3. Housekeeping will bleach and disinfect all bathrooms & high contact areas including door
handles, flat surfaces, & sinks and toilets throughout the day.
4. Anyone experiencing virus-like symptoms will be immediately separated from camp
population and the children’s parents will be notified.
5. Children with low level symptoms will be removed from program so that they can rest and
prevent further illness.
6. Campers who might be high risk because of underlying illness will be observed daily for any
changes in their health. Parents may decide to enroll next year versus this summer.
7. Self-service food will be eliminated. All food will be distributed via wait staff wearing masks,
protective gloves & aprons.
8. During pre-camp staff training, staff members will be trained on the specifics of
communicable disease prevention, including specific information on how to recognize
coronavirus or other Influenza Like Illness (ILI).
9. The parents of any camper with coronavirus or ILI will be contacted, and may be asked to
bring their child home for treatment.
10. All children will come to camp with a shower caddy for their toiletries and will keep them in
their cubby, away from each other, once they are finished using them. There will be no
sharing.
11. Please bring 2 sets of sheets and extra towels.
12. We will designate dorm space to be used for isolating staff or children who are ill.
Conclusion
Our success in keeping the coronavirus from entering camp begins with your diligence and
assessment of your child’s health in the 2 weeks prior to their departure. We cannot think of anything
more disappointing than having to tell your child that their departure for camp has to be delayed
until they and their family members have been completely healthy for 14 days. We are counting on
you to help us in this first line of defense. Clearly if your child is ill, the place they will be most
comfortable is in your care and in their own home.
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get to the summer and the summer progresses, and will update you promptly with any necessary
information.
It is our hope that with heightened and diligent hygienic practices and a camp-wide awareness of
communicable disease detection and prevention, we can avoid any exposure and enjoy a healthy
and happy summer.
Transportation
IF YOU ARE DRIVING TO CAMP
Enter campus off E. Main Street. Please use this address in your GPS: 379 E. Main Street, Owatonna,
MN 55060
ARRIVALS:
§ Overnight Camper Arrivals:
Session 1 (June 13), Session 2 (June 20), Session 3 (July 11), Session 4 (August 1), Session 5
(August 22)
Please plan to arrive between 3pm & 5pm. Please do not arrive prior to 3:00.
• Monday –Friday Full Day Campers:
Plan to arrive between 9:15am – 9:30am. Lunch will be provided. Please be sure your
camper has breakfast before they arrive. Check in at Dining Hall, address:
350 Academy Street
DEPARTURES:
§ Overnight Campers Departures:
Session 1 (June 20), Session 2 (July 11), Session 3 (August 1), Session 4 (August 22), Session 5
(August 29)
§ Monday –Friday Full Day Campers: 5:30 pm. Pick up at dining hall. Address: 350 Academy
Street
Parents are welcome and encouraged to sign out and pick up their camper on Performance Day (The
day before departure day). Campers can depart after Lunch (about 2pm). All campers luggage will
be packed and ready to be picked up upon your arrival. Luggage can be taken to your car or stored
until you are ready to depart.
IF YOU ARE FLYING TO CAMP:
Our staff will meet each camper at baggage claim (campers flying as registered
unaccompanied minors with the airlines will be met at their gate). Our staff member
will be holding a camp sign, wearing a camp shirt, and carrying identification. International
campers will be met as they exit customs and immigration. Campers flying home are helped to
check in at the airport and are accompanied as far as non-ticketed passengers may go. Our
counselors always wait in the airport until the aircraft departs. Please note while booking flights
we prefer that flights do not arrive or depart after 9:00 p.m. Passports/airline tickets must be
given to the office for safekeeping upon arrival in camp.
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If your camp session begins on a Sunday, you should plan to arrive in Minneapolis Sunday
after 4:00 pm. Departures from camp should be scheduled on Sunday after 5:00 pm if
possible. If this is not possible, please arrange Monday morning flights. (Email the camp
if these arrangements cannot be met – camppillsbury@gmail.com).
Adventure Days
If your overnight camper is enrolled and at camp on the dates listed below, your camper will be
participating in Pillsbury Adventure Day. These are a few special event days during the session that
we take campers off site for a full day of fun, either to the Mall of America, Valley Fair, an outdoor
amusement park, a Broadway show (in Minneapolis), Pre-season Vikings game, Minnesota Twins
game, etc. There is no additional cost to participate in Pillsbury Adventure Day. Camp Pillsbury will
cover the cost of admission and transportation expenses. If you have any questions, please email us
at camppillsbury@gmail.com.
Spending Money
Overnight campers may need spending money while at camp for things such as snacks at camp,
snacks at the waterpark or movie theater, money for shopping and for adventure days. Spending
Money will be held in their camper account and will be handed to campers right before their trip.
Campers must fill out a request form for whatever cash they want. Campers can bring cash, but will
be held in an envelope in the camp safe. For security purposes, campers will not be allowed to keep
money in their rooms. A camp store (canteen) is available where campers can purchase drinks,
chips, candy, etc. during the evening. Camp does provide canteen nightly, but some campers may
want additional snacks, drinks, etc. Money not spent by the camper will be refunded during
checkout. Day Campers do not need any spending money.
Performance Days
Performance Day is a full day of shows and exhibitions put on by the campers. The specific
schedule will be announced and emailed to each family prior to each performance day.
Feel free to spend the day, picnic, hang out and see the performances your camper has
worked so hard to present. Performance Days begin at 10:00 am and last throughout the day.
Performance Days for 2021:
2nd Session Saturday, June 10 10:00 am
3rd Session Saturday, July 31 10:00 am
4th Session Saturday, August 21 10:00 am
All (overnight and day) campers are eligible to participate in Performances as long as they are
registered for the entire session. while dropping off or picking up your child(ren), listed below are
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picking up your child(ren), listed below are suggestions of hotels near campus.
Baymont Inn & Suites, Owatonna
245 Florence Ave, Owatonna, MN 55060
(507) 455-1142
Country Inn & Suites by Carlson, Owatonna
130 Allan Avenue Southwest, Owatonna, MN 55060
(507) 455-9295
Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites, Owatonna
Address: 2365 43rd St NW, Owatonna, MN 55060
(507) 446-8900
Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Owatonna
Address: 150 St John Dr, Owatonna, MN 55060
(507) 446-0228
Super 8 Owatonna
Address: 1150 Frontage Rd W, Owatonna, MN 55060
(507) 451-0380
Homesickness
If your child exhibits concern about going to camp, encourage him or her to talk to you about it.
Often specific answers are not necessary after they have had the opportunity to express
themselves to a receptive, understanding ear. Your child may be worried about the unknown and
is looking for your understanding. It is helpful to tell your child that such concerns are normal
and that many other campers feel the same way. If your child has specific worries about
bunkmates, food, etc. let him or her call or email the camp office.
Homesickness is a phenomenon that can happen. We are committed to helping each and every
child have a successful experience during their stay with us. One of the most important keys to
conquering homesickness is the team approach between parents and the camp. Being on the same
page is crucial. Please do not commit to your child that you will pick them up without our input. This
takes most of our ability of conquering the homesickness away from us. This may not be easy as
children can be very convincing and hit on all your soft spots. Please call us so we can work
together to guide your child through this situation. Also, please be aware that most campers
become homesick when they speak with their parents. A daily phone call or even frequent phone
calls between parents and campers is not recommended.
When seeing your child off at camp, make your parting is brief and pleasant. Long good-byes and
floods of tears are upsetting. The longer you stay, the more difficult it may become for your child
as well as yourself to say goodbye. If you are arriving on a Sunday at the beginning of a session,
you will be allowed to assist your camper with unpacking their belongings if you choose. Otherwise,
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unpack your camper’s belongings and help get them settled in at Rest Hour. Campers only are
allowed in activity hours. This applies to Day Campers as well.
Injury/Sickness Policy
Camp Pillsbury’s activities are set in a fun, safe and nurturing environment. All measures are taken to
ensure the safety of our campers. From time to time, some campers may incur a minor injury or
become ill. Camp Pillsbury will notify parents of any minor incidences via email. Telephone contact
will be made upon medical emergencies.
Medications
Please do not send over the counter medications to camp as it clutters up the infirmary and makes
more drugs for the medical staff to track. This does not include Vitamins. This pertains to drugs such
as pain killers, anti-inflammatorys, decongestants etc. We have a large selection of over the counter
medications that will be dispensed when deemed necessary.
All medications must be handed in at check in and will not be allowed to be kept in the dorm rooms.
Exceptions to this rule: a limited amount of medication for life threatening conditions carried by
camper (i.e. inhaler or epi-pen). Staff will distribute medications as instructed on the medication
bottle. All medications need to be in the original bottle/packet with the correct instructions on the
label. Please put all bottles/packets in a clear plastic bag with the campers name on the bag. Please
make sure there is enough medication for the entire time your child is in camp. It can be difficult for
us to refill prescriptions. Campers and staff are not allowed any medications in their living areas
including over the counter medications. Our medical staff manage and dispense all medications,
according to the instructions printed on the bottle.
After Hours Emergency Number
Our camp office is open from 9am to 9pm Central Standard Time (CST) every day. Staff will do their
best to answer the phone during those hours and all messages will be delivered to the campers at
meal times. Messages left on the answering machine after hours will be delivered at breakfast the
following day.
In an emergency your message will be dealt with immediately.
Our Emergency, after hours number will ring on the Directors phone. Appropriate use of this number
would be appreciated. Homesickness is not an emergency.
For first time camp parents please understand that many campers like to call home in the evening up
until their curfew which can be quite late. Please don't be alarmed by this or consider them calling at
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Please do not call the emergency line if you child calls you in the evening and hangs up because you
do not answer. If there is an actual emergency involving your child you will be notified. Thank you for
your complete understanding.
727-415-4631
Emergencies Only
Refund Policy
As our registration agreement states and you agreed to when you signed up, we will refund you,
minus the non-refundable deposit fee until April 1st. After April 1st there are no refunds. We are
very firm on this policy and wish to avoid any uncomfortable situations by reminding you of
this. This includes canceling camp for summer school. Certain camping industry deadlines have
been met and there are no refunds to us from our suppliers and vendors. We respectfully ask
that you do not ask for any refunds or credits.
Campers Leaving Campus
If you would like your child to leave camp with another family we must have written permission
from you on file. THERE ARE NO EXCEPTIONS. If there is a custody issue or there are family
members who are not allowed to visit or call, please let us know via email at
camppillsbury@gmail.com.
Visiting Policy
Campers are participating in fun, enriching programs from the time they wake, until curfew. Parents
wishing to visit at any other times must call ahead and obtain permission. Campers will be brought to
parents or guardians when they arrive and you will be able to take your camper offsite for a visit. For
the safety of our campers, site tours or visitations are not available while camp is in session. Having
parents on campus other than Performance Day causes homesickness in other campers and starts an
epidemic of children wanting their parents. If you would like to take a tour of our facility during the
“off season”, please contact us and we can set up a tour.. In order to take your child off campus, you
must sign out at the office. Similarly, when arriving back in camp you must sign in and inform his or
her counselor. Campers must be back by their curfew.
Pet Policy
The following rules must be respected when visiting Camp Pillsbury: ABSOLUTELY NO PETS. (This
includes handbag dogs). For the safety and welfare of all of our campers, due to pet allergies, if you
bring a pet to campus, we will ask that you leave your pet in the car. This includes performance day.
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At Camp Pillsbury we are dedicated to keeping our camp a positive, safe and healthy place for
everybody. Smoking, possession of, or in the presence of, or use of tobacco/narcotics/liquor/vaping
products or other intoxicant or non-prescription drug on/off the camp grounds is expressly forbidden.
Violations of these rules or other reasonable regulations will result in dismissal from camp without
tuition reimbursement. If illegal drugs are involved, we will get the police involved. Please discuss our
policy with your child before camp and make sure that they clearly understand the consequences for
violating this policy. In addition we request that all parents help their children pack for camp and
check their bags before they leave the house. Campers who violate this policy will be sent home
i m m e d i a t e l y . I n the case of an international camper, they will be taken to the Airport to await
the next flight home at the parents expense. Please respect this policy, the consequences, and that
each violator will be removed from our community for not following rules and that NO TUITION
REIMBURSEMENT will be given. Thank you for helping us enforce this policy.
Roommate Requests
Roommate requests should be made on your parent portal within 1 week of arriving at camp.
Room assignment requests made within 1 week of arrival to camp will more than likely not be
granted. Please understand that we will make every effort to accommodate your request.
Tipping Policy
Many parents ask us about tipping staff on performance/visiting days and what is appropriate.
The recommended minimum amount is $25 per 3-week session per counselor. Tips can be either
handed to the staff member directly or taken to the office and left in an envelope to be delivered
later by the Head Counselor. For parents who would like to tip by check please make the check out
to Camp Pillsbury.
Sending Mail or Packages to Camp
When sending mail or packages to camp, please address them as follows:
Camp Pillsbury
(Attn: (Campers Name)
315 S. Grove Avenue
Owatonna, MN 55060
Please be aware that all packages will be opened by the Camp Supervisor prior to delivering the
packages to the campers.
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The camp office is open every day from 9:00am to 9:00pm CST. If you need to reach us, please
call the camp office at 507-214-2200.
Camp Rules
Although we have a flexible program, we have a daily structure which provides constant
supervision of all campers. There are six periods each day and all campers must go to all six
periods. Remaining in the dorm during activity time is not an option. All campers must be present
at activities, meals, evening activity, rest hour, etc. O u r r u l e s have been formulated for the
safety and general welfare of the entire camp community. They are common sense rules and are
enforced consistently. Camp rules will be discussed with campers during orientation. Campers
are not allowed in the dorms unsupervised. Campers should take all belongings needed for the
activity day with them to breakfast. This includes bathing suits, towels that may be needed for
waterfront. Please send a backpack with your camper. Belongings can be stored in the Dining
Hall and there is a bathroom available for changing.
Do not send your child to camp with dangerous items such as fishing knives, pocketknives,
fireworks, lighters, etc. We would appreciate you checking your child's luggage before they leave
the house. Camp Pillsbury reserves the right to check rooms and backpacks if there is any indication
of
Do not send your child to camp with valuable items such as expensive jewelry or designer
clothing. Electronic items such as cell phones, lap tops, ipads, may be brought to camp; however
the camp is not responsible for loss or damage to any such items. Communication devices will not
be allowed during activity hours, during meals or during evening activities.
Smoking, or in possession of, or in the presence of, or use of tobacco and/or any other
intoxicants or non- prescription drug is expressly forbidden and will result in immediate
dismissal from camp. The camp also reserves the right to dismiss any camper whose conduct is
unsatisfactory or detrimental to the camp's best interests. In any such event, there will be no
refund of any part of the camp fee. It goes without saying that possession and/or use of weapons
(guns, knives of any kind including pocket knives), matches, lighters, fireworks, and any other
incendiaries, unless part of a program and supervised by a counselor, cannot be tolerated on
campus. All malicious damage to our property, building or equipment will be charged back to
the camper or campers involved. If we are unable to determine the individual responsible for
the damages we will share the expense with all campers involved. Campers are not allowed to have
personal animals on site. Campers are prohibited from driving any vehicle with the exception of go-
karts during scheduled, supervised activity time.
Camp Pillsbury is committed to creating a safe environment for all campers, staff, volunteers, and
visitors. For this reason, there may be times when a search of a campers’ living space or possessions
may be warranted. Should a staff member have reason to suspect, or have knowledge of,
contraband or potentially harmful material, they will present his or her concerns to the acting
director, who will decide whether a search should be made. When a search is undertaken, at least
one senior staff member and one other staff member must be present. When appropriate, an effort
is made to include the camper whose living space or possessions are being searched. A search of
camper’s possessions, when warranted, may include such items as backpacks, suitcases, duffel bags,
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discovered in any other fashion on camp property, the director may be required to notify the police.
Possession of contraband or potentially harmful material may also result in disciplinary
consequences, up to and including dismissal.
PACKING LIST
Please pack enough clothing for your child’s stay with us and for your child’s individual interests and
needs. Please bring enough clothing to accommodate the number of days they will be at camp.
This is only a suggested packing list. Adjustments should be made to provide for your child’s
individual interests and needs.
1. We recommend that delicate clothing not be brought to camp.
2. Please use this checklist so that your child is completely outfitted for camp.
3. You may wish to send a list of items packed to camp with your child. He or she can use it as a
checklist when packing to return home.
4. Luggage is transported to camp with your camper.
5. Campers driving to camp must provide their own blankets, pillows and linens.
6. Campers flying to camp will be provided with bedding and linens.
7. Please do not bring dangerous items to camp.
8. Inappropriate logos or sayings on clothing is not permitted.
9. All clothing must be non-revealing and modest.
10. Shoes must be on campers feet at all times. Please be sure to send your camper with different
types of shoes for all activities, i.e. tennis shoes (sneakers), flip flops, water shoes, etc.
11. Campers wishing to participate in skating should bring their own skates.
SUGGESTED LIST OF CLOTHES AND ITEMS
CLOTHING
q LEGGINGS FOR BOYS AND GIRLS FOR CIRCUS: Please provide at least one pair of black leggings for
boys and girls who might be participating in trapeze or circus arts. These will be worn during
performance day for uniformity of our performers)
q BODY SUITS FOR GIRLS FOR CIRCUS: T-shirts tend to rise while performing, especially when upside
down. Body suits or fitted tank tops will eliminate any uncomfortable clothing mishaps.
q BASE COSTUME: Bring one all black outfit, or leotard
q NICE OUTFIT: Bring one nice outfit for performances, shows or off-campus trips
q APPROPRIATE SHOES: Make sure to pack character or jazz shoes for dancers, or plain black shoes for a
base costume for many performance areas.
q SNEAKERS, FLIP FLOPS & WATER SHOES: Sneakers are great for sports and running, flip flops are
easy to wear to and from showers, and water shoes will be helpful when campers are participating in
outdoor water fun such as water balloons or slip and slides. (To prevent any injuries, campers and staff
are required to have shoes on their feet AT ALL TIMES).
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q UNDERWEAR q PAJAMAS
q T-SHIRTS/TOPS q WARM JACKET
q LONG SLEEVE SHIRTS q HAT/CAP
q LONG PANTS/JEANS q BATHING SUIT(S)
q SWEAT SHIRTS q RAIN COAT/PONCHO
q SWEAT PANTS q RAIN BOOTS (OPTIONAL)
BEDDING & LINEN
q TWIN FLAT AND FITTED SHEETS q TOWELS –(needed for shower and also for
q PILLOW waterpark or beach)
q PILLOW CASES q WASHCLOTH
q WARM BLANKET q LAUNDRY BAG (or foldable laundry basket)
q Bedding is provided for campers arriving camp by plane only. All other campers must provide their own
bedding.
TOILETRIES
q TOOTHBRUSH & TOOTHPASTE q SHAMPOO & CONDITIONER
q DEODORANT q HAIR DRYER
q COMB & BRUSH q SHOWER SHOES
q SOAP & CONTAINER
q SHOWER BASKET/BIN (showers are shared facilities and campers are expected to take their shower supplies to
their rooms when they are not being used. Campers are expected to take showers daily.)
MISCELLANEOUS - Activity Equipment is provided by the camp. Bringing your own is optional
q CAMERA/GO-PRO q PERSONAL MUSIC PLAYER
q FLASHLIGHT q CHARGERS/EXTRA BATTERIES
q PORTABLE FAN (DORMS ARE NOT AIR q DANCE SHOES/LEOTARDS/TIGHTS
CONDITIONED) q INSECT REPELLENT
q ROLLERBLADES/SKATEBOARD/SCOOTER q SUNBLOCK
q AQUA SHOES/CROCS q SPORTS SAFETY GOGGLES
q GAMES, BOOKS, COMICS, ETC q ATHLETIC EQUIPMENT
q MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS q JEANS/LONG PANTS FOR HORSEBACK
q BYCYCLE & HELMET & PADS RIDING
q PENS, PENCILS q TENNIS SHOES OR SHOES WITH A HEEL
q STATIONARY & STAMPS FORHORSEBACK RIDING
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