Day Camp FAQ
At camp we do our best to make every activity fun for all campers.
We want everyone to be included and have fun participating in all the games we play!
FAQ’s
What is the camp to counselor ratio?
In each group there are typically 2-3 Counselors and 8-12 campers.
What should my camper bring to camp?
Each day throughout the summer, campers should bring the following things in a backpack: Masks, lunch, swim suit, towel, water, drink, sunscreen, hat, fruit, snack and a smile on their face! Campers should wear sneakers every day for safety reasons. This is an outdoor camp with many games involving running around. Please be sure to clearly mark all of your campers' personal belongings with first and last name, this includes towels, lunch bags, water bottles, etc. If by chance your camper does lose something, there will be a lost and found located in the camp shed that you can check all summer long for lost items. Please be sure to label all of your child's belongings. This will help ensure that any misplaced items are returned to you!
Lost and Found is removed and donated to a local charity every two weeks.
What shouldn’t I send to camp with my camper?
Campers are encouraged to keep personal items and valuables at home. NO video games, CD players, IPods, MP3 players, cell phones, trading cards or anything that is valuable. We cannot be responsible for these items, and it is easier if they are kept home. Additional items that are not permitted at camp are water guns, any sharp objects or weapons, gum or glass bottles. SAFETY FIRST. RULES ARE MADE FOR THE SAFETY OF THE GROUP. HAVE FUN!
What is your policy on behavioral problems?
If a counselor is experiencing a behavior problem with a child, the parents will be called. We will provide support and do all we can to resolve any issues to assist so your child can stay at camp. If the problem continues, the parents will be asked to remove their child from camp.
Refunds?
Refunds will not be given if a child is asked to leave camp, for early drop off/late pickup, if you chose to withdraw your child from camp LESS THAN 2 WEEKS PRIOR to first day of camp.
Refunds are issued, however, if the child is sick and cannot return to camp WITH doctor’s note.
What happens in the event of rain?
Camp will be held under the pavilion in the event of rain. The counselors have rainy day activities planned to keep their groups active and having fun. If there is a thunder and lightning storm the lightning detection system will sound at Treadwell Park Camp will be held under the pavilion or group tents in the event of rain. The counselors have rainy day activities planned to keep their groups active and engaged. If there is a thunder and lightning storm, the lightning detection system will sound at Treadwell Park. Dickinson Day Camp communicates with Treadwell Day Camp. (The lightning detection system at Dickinson Park is not yet operational). If the lightning continues longer than one half hour, camp will be canceled and you will have to pick up your child immediately. If the lightning continues longer than one half hour, camp will be canceled and you will have to pick up your child immediately. Sign up for our cancelation notices at www.newtown-ct.gov, then select “subscribe to news”. Put in your email and/or cell phone for text messages. This cancelation system will be used to notify you that camp has been closed.
What if I need to pick my child up early?
If you are picking your child up early, it is extremely important to send a note to the counselor.
What if my child wants to ride their bike or walk home?
A child must have a note from a parent/guardian to be allowed to walk or bike home.
What is your policy on peanut and other food allergies?
We ask that you please DO NOT include any peanut/tree nuts in your child’s snacks due to the allergies of other campers.
What payment is accepted?
For field trips, (if applicable), you can go online to pay, or call our office. We accept Master, Visa, and Discover card.
What if someone else is picking up my child from camp?
If you are going to have someone other than you pick up your child, you are required to fill out a permission form with the Site Director 24 hours in advance. Our staff will not let your child go home with anyone except yourself or any persons specified on your child’s camp registration form unless it is in writing ahead of time. If you are going to have someone assist you in picking up your child/children please make sure you TO SEND A NOTE TO CAMP 24 hours in advance give to Site Director or Assistant Site Director. We also ask for the person to show a picture ID before releasing your child/children.
What is the clothing policy?
We ask that all children are sent to camp in sneakers or closed toe shoes as there are a lot of physical activities and it is a safety concern. We ask that girls wear one piece bathing suits, otherwise they must wear a t-shirt over their 2 piece.
What is a typical day at camp like?
Typically, a day at camp includes sports, arts and crafts, board games, time on the playground, time in the pool. Lunch and snack time, and other group activities.
What do campers that do not go no field trips do?
Camp is still held for campers who do not attend field trips.
If you have any further questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact Newtown Parks and Recreation at (203) 270-4340. We are