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THE ULTIMATE PARENT’S GUIDEBOOK TO CAMP HALF-BLOOD AND CAMP JUPITER
THE ULTIMATE PARENT’S GUIDEBOOK
TO CAMP HALF-BLOOD AND CAMP JUPITER
Introduction………………………………………………..………..…….2
General FAQ……………………………………………………………3-8
CHB Brooklyn…………………………………………………………9-11
CHB North…………………………… ………………………………12-13
CHB West………………………………..………………………….…14-15
Camp Jupiter………………………………………………….……16-18
So, you’ve had it up to here with the typical summer camp
experience. We’re totally with you on that.
As a parent, you want more for your child. You want them to give them a
chance to reinvent themselves, make life-long friendships and become
who they were meant to be. At Camp Half-Blood, we call that
“awakening the hero within”. But before that hero gets unleashed, we
know you might have some questions.
Let’s start with at the very beginning.
Camp Half-Blood and Camp Jupiter are fully immersive camp
experiences that are based on the best-selling Percy Jackson Chronicles,
a young adult series written by Rick Riordan. In Rick’s literary world, the
ancient gods and goddesses of Greek, Egyptian and Norse mythology
aren’t just stories in a book. They are alive and well but so are the
monsters trying to vanquish them.
2In the series, Camp Half-Blood is the secret location where young
demigods go to train, learn new skills and prepare for their next
quest.
Camp Half-Blood is where heroes are made.
Each summer, our team brings these stories to life so that campers
get the opportunity to develop their imagination, experience the
power of storytelling and become a hero. Along the way, they’ll also
develop a deep appreciation for reading, active play and teamwork.
A typical day at Camp Half-Blood or Camp Jupiter involves immersive
lessons and activities that range from theater to swordplay to ancient
Greek arts and crafts. And with each new week, a new story is created
and performed, which is why no two-weeks at camp Half Half-Blood
or Camp Jupiter are the same.
Before we spill all our secrets, let’s move on to the
questions we get asked the most.
1. What should my demigod bring to camp?
Every demigod needs supplies for their quest. Here are the
necessities.
• Refillable water bottle
• Lunch (Tip: We recommend an insulated lunch box with an
icepack.)
• Camp T-Shirt (Tip: We give each camper one free shirt per season.)
3• Sneakers or other sturdy rubber-soled footwear
• Camp-issued sword
• Shield (Optional)
• Sunscreen
• Hat or visor (Tip: We strongly suggest this.)
• Rain gear if applicable (Tip: Umbrella, jacket, poncho, boots)
2. Does my demigod really need to bring an extra shirt?
Training to be heroes outside all day is a blast but it does mean that we end
most days sweaty and dirty. If you think having an extra shirt will help your
demigod be more comfortable (or save you some laundry), feel free to pack
an extra shirt or purchase some extra camp shirts during the online
registration process.
You can also email us at info@camphalfbloodbklyn.com to place an order.
If you’d like to cut down on your laundry for the week, we have extra camp T-
shirts available for purchase at $15 each. Choose an Additional T-shirt during
registration, or email info@camphalfbloodbklyn.com to purchase one after
registering.
3. Do you provide lunch at camp?
No, we do not provide any meals during camp so we encourage campers to
bring their own lunch preferably in an insulated lunch container with an ice
pack.
4. What about snacks?
4Yes, we give campers access to a cornucopia of snacks (provided by
Demeter, of course) which include pre-packaged treats and cold-water
refills throughout the day. Campers may also bring additional snacks from
home to eat at designated snack break times.
5. Is your camp allergy aware?
Yes! Please inform us if your demigod has any allergies we should be aware
of. You can let us know in your online registration form or email us directly at
info@camphalfbloodbklyn.com. All of our camp-issued snacks are peanut-
free but some may contain tree nuts, which are always marked clearly on
the label. We also offer a staff supervised nut-free zone for demigods to eat
without having to worry about cross-contamination.
No, we do not provide any meals during camp so we encourage campers to
bring their own lunch preferably in an insulated lunch container with an ice
pack.
6. It’s hot out there. Do you make sure the demigods
stay cool and hydrated?
Always. Some say we drink more water than Poseidon himself! We provide
fresh cold-water throughout the day (so bring your reusable bottle!) and we
take regular scheduled water and rest breaks. When we venture out into the
park, we make sure to bring extra water with us. We also seek-out all the
water fountains along the way and on extra hot days, we take trips to the
nearby sprinklers to cool off.
7. What about bathrooms?
We have that covered, too. We take regular bathroom breaks throughout
5www.platolearning.campmanagement.com/campers. If you forgot your
password, you can just click “Forgot my Password” and create a new one.
10. Can I change the weeks I originally signed up for?
We can certainly try. Please email us at info@camphalfbloodbklyn.com with
your transfer request. Be sure to include your camper’s name, the week
you’d like to transfer to and if the cabin assignment should stay the same. As
always, we cannot guarantee availability during any given week or cabin.
11. Do you offer scholarships?
Yes, we do! Due the volume of requests we receive each year, we aren’t able
to accommodate every request but we do offer a limited number of full and
partial scholarships to our camp programs. You can submit your application
at www.camphalfbloodbklyn.com/contact/scholarships/.
12. Do you do birthday parties?
No, we do not. We are currently developing one-day Quest experience that
can be available on school holidays and scheduled weekends so be sure to
check back here in Spring 2020 for schedule and pricing. Please keep in
mind that these would not be offered as birthday party services–instead it’s
an opportunity to book a group of Demigods to Quest together at one of our
current camp locations. To stay up to date with all of our future
programming, please sign up for our newsletter or write us at
info@camphalfbloodbklyn.com.
13. What’s your Federal Tax ID Number?
Our Federal Tax ID # is 81-1354799. You can also find it on your registration
receipt. If you need another copy of your registration receipt or yearly
financial statement, please email us at info@camphalfbloodbklyn.com.
714. Do I need to submit a Medical Form for my camper?
Yes, every camper must submit a NYC DOHMH Child & Adolescent Health
Examination Form by June 1st. You can easily submit your form online at
www.platolearning.campmanagement.com/campers
You can also mail in your form to Plato Learning 55 Washington St. #253B
Brooklyn, NY 11201 or email it to us at info@camphalfbloodbklyn.com.
15. What is Plato Learning?
Camp Half-Blood and Camp Jupiter are a part of Plato Learning, an
organization dedicated to unleashing the hero within each child through
the power of immersive storytelling and reading.
Our other programs include after-school classes, Adventures in Mythology,
Mythomagic, The Forge as well as our sister summer camp–The Double-
Daring Camp for Girls.
For more on Plato Learning, check out our site at http://plato-learning.com/
Still have more questions? We want to hear from you!
Email us at info@camphalfbloodbklyn.com or give use a call at (929)
397-9393.
8CAMP HALF-BLOOD BROOKLYN
What are cabins?
Demigods are assigned to one of eight cabins and just like in the world of Percy
Jackson, each one is dedicated to an Olympian god or goddess. Our cabins at
Camp Half-Blood Brooklyn are Apollo, Ares, Artemis (Orion), Athena, Hades,
Hermes, Hephaestus and Poseidon. Each cabin participates in all the same
camp activities but each cabin has unique powers and experiences relating to
their patron god/goddess. More information on cabins and their Olympian
patron can be found at www.camphalfbloodbklyn.com/demigods/cabins/
Make sure to check with your young demigod about their cabin preference.
They may feel very strongly about one in particular!
My demigod’s first choice of cabin isn’t available.
What do do I do?
We encourage all demigods to have a few back-up cabin preferences since we
cannot guarantee availability in a cabin for any given week. Each cabin
participates in all the same activities so your camper won’t miss out on
anything by being in a different cabin. We do not keep cabin-specific waitlists.
How can my Demigod be in the same cabin as their
friends?
Please coordinate cabin choices with your friend(s) before submitting your
registration form. If you have questions about cabin placement or need to
request a preference change, please email info@camphalfbloodbklyn.com.
How many demigods are in each cabin?
There are a maximum of 18 demigods per cabin. Each cabin has at least two
dedicated counselors with additional counselors and Counselors in Training,
providing camp-wide support.
9When and where is drop-off and pick-up?
Camp drop-off is between 8:45 AM and 9:00 AM at the 9th Street and
Prospect Park West entrance to Prospect Park, near the Marquis de
Lafayette Statue. Pick-up is at 4:00 PM at the same location. Please keep in
mind that we have a 10-minute grace period for late pick-ups. At 4:15 PM, the
camp’s resident cleaning harpies arrive with their sharp talons…
What about extended stay?
Over past summers, a few too many demigod campers have had close
encounters with the sharp talons of our cleaning harpies so we now offer an
Extended Day option available for purchase during registration. Extended
Days will be offered in limited quantity and only as a full week, 5-day
package, with the pick-up time being extended to 6:00 PM. The cost for this
session add-on is $150.00 per week.
If you have already registered and would like to add an Extended Day
package, please email info@camphalfbloodbklyn.com with your request.
Extended Day spots will be available on a first-come, first-served basis.
Where is the actual campsite?
Our campsite is right next to the Long Meadow baseball fields, on the
opposite side of West Drive from the Prospect Park Bandshell.
What happens if it rains?
On Zeus’ bad days (severe inclement weather such as heavy rain,
thunderstorms, excessive heat), we head for shelter at the LeFrak Center at
Lakeside, located inside Prospect Park. If the forecast is known beforehand,
you will be notified via text and email about the drop-off and pick-up
location change no later than 7:00 AM. If Zeus decides to surprise us, you will
10receive a text and email letting you know to pick up at LeFrak. Please be
sure to provide us with the contact info for any additional care providers
who need to be notified of the change.
The discovery of a new ancient storm goddess means that days when Zeus
forces us indoors are still extremely fun and engaging! We only call a rainy
day though if there are strong storms/lightning predicted. We push through
light rain or drizzle, because a little water and mud is good for hero-training.
We are an outdoor camp, so we encourage you to provide your Demigod
with some rain gear if the day looks potentially rainy (umbrella, jacket/
poncho, boots/water-shoes, etc.)
11CAMP HALF-BLOOD NORTH
What’s the difference between Hometowns and Cabins?
At Camp Half-Blood North, demigods are assigned to Hometown groups which
are named after Greek cities (Athens, Sparta, Ithaca, etc.) This is slightly
different from the Cabin groups at Camp Half-Blood Brooklyn but we still give
all demigods the opportunity to identify with their favorite patron Greek god or
goddess.
How can my demigod be in the same Hometown as their
friends?
Please coordinate Hometown choices with your friend(s) before registering.
There is a place to include friend requests on the online form.
If you have questions about Hometowns or have a friend request issue, you can
always just email us at info@camphalfbloodnyc.com.
How many demigods are in each Hometown group?
There are a maximum of 9 Demigods per Hometown. Each Hometown has at
least one dedicated Senior Counselor with additional camp staff providing
support.
When and where is drop-off and pick-up?
Camp drop-off is from 8:45 AM to 9:00 AM at the Seaman Ave. and Isham St.
entrance to Inwood Hill Park in-between the tennis courts and baseball fields.
Pick up is at 4:00 PM at the same location. Please keep in mind that we have a
10-minute grace period for late pick-ups. At 4:15 PM, the camp’s resident
cleaning harpies arrive with their sharp talons…
What about extended stay?
We are currently developing an extended day option for Camp Half-Blood
North. Please check back soon, or email us at info@camphalfbloodnyc.com
12Where is the actual campsite?
The campsite is next to the Inwood Hill Nature Center, at the corner of W.
218th St. and Indian Rd.
What happens if it rains?
We are an outdoor camp, so we encourage you to provide your demigod
with some rain gear if the day looks potentially rainy (umbrella, jacket/
poncho, boots/water-shoes, etc.)
On Zeus’ bad days (severe inclement weather such as heavy rain,
thunderstorms, excessive heat), we head for shelter at nearby Good
Shepherd former Convent building (630 Isham St.). If the forecast is known
beforehand, you will be notified via text and email about the drop-off and
pick-up location change no later than 7:00 AM. If Zeus decides to surprise us,
you will receive a text and email letting you know to pick up at the convent.
Please provide us with the contact info for any additional care providers who
need to be notified of the change.
The discovery of a new ancient storm goddess means that days when Zeus
forces us indoors are still extremely fun and engaging! We only call a rainy
day though if there are strong storms and/or lightning predicted. We push
through light rain or drizzle because a little water and mud is good for hero-
training!
13CAMP HALF-BLOOD WEST
What’s the difference between Hometowns and Cabins?
At Camp Half-Blood West, demigods are assigned to Hometown groups which
are named after Greek cities (Athens, Sparta, Ithaca, etc.) This is slightly
different from the Cabin groups at Camp Half-Blood Brooklyn but we still give
all demigods the opportunity to identify with their favorite patron Greek god or
goddess.
How can my demigod be in the same Hometown as their
friends?
Please coordinate Hometown choices with your friend(s) before registering.
There is a place to include friend requests on the online form.
If you have questions about Hometowns or have a friend request issue, you can
always just email us at info@camphalfbloodnyc.com.
How many demigods are in each Hometown group?
There are a maximum of 10 demigods per Hometown. Each Hometown has at
least one dedicated Senior Counselor with additional camp staff providing
support.
When and where is drop-off and pick-up?
Camp drop-off is from 8:45 AM to 9:00 AM at the Mayapple Hill Parking Lot of
South Mountain Reservation (Mayapple Hill Rd/ Cedar Avenue), accessed via
Northfield Avenue. Pick-up is at 4:00 PM at the same location. Please keep in
mind that we have a 10-minute grace period for late pick-ups. At 4:15 PM the
camp’s resident cleaning harpies arrive with their sharp talons.
Where is the actual campsite?
The campsite is right up the path from the drop-off location, in the open field
between the Mayapple Hill Parking lot and Lenape trail.
14What happens if it rains?
We are an outdoor camp so we encourage you to provide your demigod
with some rain gear if the day looks potentially rainy (umbrella, jacket/
poncho, boots/water-shoes, etc.)
On Zeus’ bad days (severe inclement weather such as heavy rain,
thunderstorms, excessive heat), we head for shelter at nearby Good
Shepherd former Convent building (630 Isham St.). If the forecast is known
beforehand, you will be notified via text and email about the drop-off and
pick-up location change no later than 7:00 AM. If Zeus decides to surprise us,
you will receive a text and email letting you know to pick up at the convent.
Please provide us with the contact info for any additional care providers who
need to be notified of the change.
The discovery of a new ancient storm goddess means that days when Zeus
forces us indoors are still extremely fun and engaging! We only call a rainy
day though if there are strong storms and/or lightning predicted. We push
through light rain or drizzle because a little water and mud is good for hero-
training!
15CAMP JUPITER
How many campers are grouped at Jupiter?
All Camp Jupiter program locations group campers into units called “Cohorts”.
These Cohorts typically max out at 10 campers and are lead by one counselor,
with assistance from counselors in training. At our Brooklyn location, there are
5 Cohorts to select from, listed below. Cohort numbers at our other locations
are dependent on registration numbers but will follow the same model as
Brooklyn.
Cohort I, The White Lions
Cohort II, The Green Elephants
Cohort III, The Red Pegasi
Cohort IV, The Yellow Bulls
Cohort V, The Blue Hippocampi
How can my demigod be in the same Cohort as their
friends?
Please coordinate Cohort choices with your friend(s) before registering. There is
a place to input friend requests on the registration form.
If you have questions about Cohorts or have a friend request issue, please email
info@plato-learning.com.
When and where is drop-off and pick-up?
At our Brooklyn location, camp drop-off is from 8:45 AM to 9:00 AM at the 9th
Street and Prospect Park West entrance to Prospect Park, to the south of the
Marquis de Lafayetee Statue. Look for the purple shirts. Pick up is at 4:00 PM at
the same location. Please keep in mind that we have a 10-minute grace period
for late pick-ups. At 4:15 PM, the camp’s resident cleaning harpies arrive with
their sharp talons…
All other locations will conduct pick up and drop off with Camp Half-Blood. For
those pick-up and drop-off locations, please refer to the FAQ section for those
specific program locations. The same is true for Camp Jupiter.
16Where exactly in the park is the campsite?
At our Brooklyn location, our campsite is right next to the Long Meadow
baseball fields, on the opposite side of West Drive from the Prospect Park
Bandshell.
What happens when it rains?
On Zeus’ bad days (severe inclement weather such as heavy rain,
thunderstorms, excessive heat), we head indoors for shelter at the LeFrak
Center at Lakeside, located inside Prospect Park. If the forecast is known
beforehand, you will be notified via text and email about the drop-off and
pick-up location change no later than 7:00 AM. If Zeus decides to surprise us,
you will receive a text and email letting you know to pick up at LeFrak.
Please provide us with the contact info for any additional care providers who
need to be notified of the change.
The discovery of a new ancient storm goddess means that days when
Jupiter forces us indoors, are still extremely fun and engaging! We only call a
rainy day though if there are strong storms/lightning predicted. We push
through light rain or drizzle because a little water and mud are good for
hero-training.
We are an outdoor camp, so we encourage you to provide your demigod
with some rain gear if the day looks potentially rainy (umbrella, jacket/
poncho, boots/water-shoes, etc.)
What about extended stay?
Over past summers, a few too many demigod campers have had close
encounters with the sharp talons of our resident cleaning harpies past the
4:00 PM pick-up time so we are now offering an Extended Day option for
purchase with your session registration.
17Extended Day will be offered in limited quantity and only as a full week, 5-
day package, with the pick-up time being extended to 6:00 PM. The cost for
this session add-on is $150.00 per week.
If you have already registered and would like to add an Extended Day
package, please email info@camphalfbloodbklyn.com with your request.
Extended Day spots will be available on a first-come, first-served basis.
Extended day is only available at our Brooklyn, Inwood, and Washington DC
locations.
ADVENTURE IS OUT THERE.
ARE YOU READY TO SEIZE IT?
REGISTER TODAY AT WWW.CAMPHALFBLOODBKLYN.COM
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