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Camper Policy and Expectations

At Pearce Williams, we create a safe, respectful, and nurturing environment to our campers, family, and staff. To help us continue to achieve this, we have established the following guidelines that all campers are expected to follow. These guidelines help us provide excellent experiences to all who visit. 

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Respect and trust are the most important elements of our camp experience.  We ask that before you send your camper off to camp, please talk to them about respecting other campers, the staff, camp policies and the camp facilities. 

Respect for Others

  • Treat all campers, staff, and visitors with kindness and respect.

  • Harassment, bullying, or exclusion of any kind will not be tolerated.

  • Practice good communication, listen to others, and be considerate in group settings.

Respect for Property

  • Take care of camp property, including cabins, equipment, and nature.

  • Respect personal belongings of others, and avoid taking or damaging items that aren’t yours.

Behavioral Expectations

  • Follow instructions from staff and camp leaders.

  • Use appropriate language and behavior at all times.

  • Keep noise levels appropriate for different settings (e.g., quiet time, meals, and sleep time).

  • Abusive and/or inappropriate language and actions, harming campers or staff, and destruction of camp property are not tolerated.  The camper will be sent home with no refund and potentially billed for damage caused to property.

Technology & Personal Devices

  • Pearce Williams has a no-phone policy during camp sessions to encourage face-to-face interaction and outdoor activities.

  • Campers are prohibited from bringing electronic devices (e.g., cell phones, tablets, gaming systems), but if necessary, these items must be approved by Camp Director.

Health & Wellness

  • ​ALL medications must be in their original containers and handed in to the Camp Medic upon arrival.

  • Upon arrival, we conduct head lice checks for all campers as a precautionary measure. We recommend that parents check their child’s head for lice prior to arrival to ensure a smooth check-in process and help maintain a lice-free camp environment.

  • Parents are strongly encouraged not to send their child to camp if they are feeling unwell or showing symptoms of illness, as this helps prevent the spread of sickness and ensures a healthy environment for all campers and staff.

  • See our "Health & Safety" page for further details. 

Prohibited Items

  1. Electronic Devices: Phones, tablets, laptops, gaming consoles, smartwatches, and other personal electronic devices.

  2. Vapes/E-Cigarettes: The use of e-cigarettes, vapes, or any related items is strictly prohibited.

  3. Flame Starters: Lighters, matches, fireworks, flint & steel, or any other flammable materials.

  4. Food and Snacks: Unless specifically brought due to dietary restrictions, campers should not bring food. All food brought to camp must be handed in with the kitchen upon arrival.

  5. Alcohol, Drugs, or Tobacco: No drugs, alcohol, or tobacco products are permitted at camp, including non-prescribed medications or substances.

  6. Weapons: Any type of weapon, including knives, firearms, or any other dangerous objects, are not allowed at camp.

  7. Pets or Animals: For health and safety reasons, no pets or animals are allowed.

  8. Aerosols or Sprays: Aerosol cans, including spray deodorant or hairspray, are prohibited due to fire safety concerns. Aerosol sunscreen is okay to bring. 

  9. Valuables: Expensive jewelry, watches, or other high-value items should not be brought to camp to avoid loss or theft.

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If you are unsure about whether an item is allowed, please contact our staff before bringing it to camp. Your cooperation helps us maintain a safe and enjoyable environment for all campers.

Disciplinary Action

  • If a camper does not adhere to any of the above policies, staff will first engage in a discussion to address the behavior.

  • Repeated violations may result in additional action, which may include removal from camp, at the discretion of our Directors.

  • We reserve the right to contact the parent/guardian of any camper who refuses to respect other campers or staff.  

  • Abusive and/or inappropriate language and actions, harming campers or staff, and destruction of camp property are not tolerated.  The camper will be sent home with no refund and potentially billed for damage caused to property.

  • If a camper does not adhere to the policies it may impact future weeks at camp and their ability to attend camp the following summer.

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