General Information

Season: The camp season begins, depending on the camp, around May 31 and
goes until approximately August 11. Staff are hired for the entire season.
Internships: Internships are available in several fields including health services,
business, recreation, education and more.
Training: All staff participate in 7 to 10 days of paid training together prior to
beginning work with campers.
Referrals: Staff who complete the season successfully will be awarded a $50.00
bonus for each staff person they referred who also completes the season
successfully.
Insurance: All camp staff are covered by partial sickness and accident insurance in
addition to "Workman's Compensation" while they are on camp or working off-site.
Salaries: Salaries are based on position, training and experience and are
competitive with other youth development organizations. Checks are distributed
every other Friday starting June 22.
In-Service Training: A mid-season training and recreation time will be held on July
5, 2008.
E-mail: A computer with Internet access is available for staff to use to check e-mail
during their time off. A telephone is also provided.
Time Off: Each staff person is entitled to time off every day. Additional time off is
scheduled between camp sessions.
Laundry Facilities: A washer and dryer are available for staff use during time off.
Facilities: Camp means being outside every day and night. Bathrooms are pit
latrines and showers are solar heated. Modern facilities are available for staff use
during time off.
Food: Most meals are eaten buffet-style or family-style in the dining hall. Foods like
spaghetti, pizza, and chicken are dining hall favorites. A stove and refrigerator are
available for staff use during time off or between camp sessions.
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