Important Information about Camp Life
Our Dearest Pony Farmers,
We love and cherish you, but we have a few details about camp life you need to be aware of. In our 40 years of camp we have learned a thing or two about camp and these have been the results of those years. So here we go…
Candy: We ask that campers leave their candy and other edible treats at home. We have a snack every day that consists of a sweet goodie so no one will die from sugar withdrawal! If candy and sweets are sent to campers it will be taken and kept until campers leave. We have found over the years that candy in the rooms leads to bugs and arguments. We appreciate your cooperation in this matter.
Phone: Please keep in mind that it is an important part of the camp experience for your children to be on their own and have a feeling of independence. Having said that, we ask that you do not call during your child’s first week at camp (unless of course there is an emergency situation), and that you limit your calls to one a week after that and keep them short and sweet. Please be patient when calling, we are outside enjoying the weather and the ponies and are not always right next to the phone. Please leave a message and we or your child will call you as soon as we can. PLEASE do not send cell phones. Your child will have access to the farm phone. We need to know they are calling you or their friends to support them in any way needed. If you are uncomfortable with this arrangement, please let us know before your arrival.
Laptops: Please DO NOT bring laptops.
Lost and Found: When there are this many children in one place things tend to get lost despite our best efforts. Items like hard hats, boots and chaps all look alike so the better you mark your daughter’s belongings, the better chance we have at finding lost items. We make no guarantees on return of lost items.
Spending Money: While your kids are at camp they do not need any money*. We keep track of any incidental expenses and settle the bill at the end of the session. * If your child is coming to Session 4 you will need to leave some spending cash for the Cheshire Fair ($30— $40 is suggested.) We will collect this on opening day and give it to your camper the day of the fair.
Horse Shows: The horse shows are an added expense. If your child is coming to one of the sessions with a Touchstone Farm horse show, it will cost $75, horse show and hunter derby will be $100. This will also be included on your end of session bill. No one is required to show and there is no pressure to do so. The kids who choose not to compete have a blast helping and watching the fun. Just let us know if your child and you prefer not to show.
Medications: We have a nurse on staff who visits camp every day and a doctor on call at all times. We have basic over the counter medications (Advil, Benadryl, etc.) here at camp so you do not need to send these things with your daughter. If your child takes prescription medication, these will be collected on opening day and dispensed by the staff according to your doctor’s instructions. Sun block and bug repellant are a good idea.
Best,
Becky
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