Parental Resources

Q: What clothes should I pack for my child?
Q: Is there a Visitor Day for parents?
Q: Will my child have access to e-mail? Can they call home?
Q: My child has allergies. What are your policies?
Q: Can my child be in a cabin with a friend?
Q: I’m worried that my child might be homesick. How do you handle that?
Q: How do I know if my child is ready for sleepaway camp?

Q: What clothes should I pack for my child?
A: When you register for summer camp at Cedar Ridge, a list of clothing, bedding and toiletries will be sent to you.

Q: Is there a Visitor Day for parents?
A: Parents are welcome to visit with their children on transition days.

Q: Will my child have access to e-mail? Can they call home?
A: We discourage campers from telephoning home because we feel that calling home is often disruptive to a campers experience. Campers do not have access to email. We encourage campers to write letters to friends and family and urge you to write your child. If you prefer to email, your messages can be sent to campers@CedarRidgeCamp.ca. Emails will be printed and given to campers at their mail call.

Q: My child has allergies. What are your policies?
A: Cedar Ridge has a complete peanut/nut ban at camp in order to ensure the safety of all campers. Campers complete a medical form once registered and can make medical personnel aware of any allergies and required medication.

Q: Can my child be in a cabin with a friend?
A: We'll do our best to place friends together, assuming that they are in the same grade or close in age. Children are grouped by age to ensure activities match abilities and interests.

Q: I’m worried that my child might be homesick. How do you handle that?
A: Homesickness usually occurs in the first 24 hours at camp. That’s why we plan activities that help campers get to know other campers and their surroundings as soon as they arrive. This helps campers to feel more at home.

Q: How do I know if my child is ready for SleepAway camp?
A: Most families consider sleepaway summer camps for children 6 years and older. But, age is not the only factor. Is your child interested in the idea of summer camp? Has your child slept at a friend’s house or spent a weekend away from home? Always be positive and talk with your child about the fun and adventure of going to sleepaway camp.