Woodinville Day Camp (WDC) is a unique and exciting opportunity for girls to have fun, make friends, and experience the outdoors. We have a safe, caring community where individual differences are valued, where people are supported in reaching their goals, building skills, and overcoming challenges. Because creating such a community requires the commitment of all participants, we ask everyone to agree to the behavior expectations listed below. Campers, teens, volunteers, and parents/guardians should review and discuss these guidelines together.
I Will Show RespectForOthers -I will respect other people’s ideas and values, even if they are different from my own. -I will work with my unit to establish ourUnit’s Group Agreementto develop our collaborative framework of how we will work together and show respect to each other.All of my actions and language will have a positive impact on others in the WDC community. -I will show respect by not using (or being distracted by) my phone or other electronics at camp, during camp trainings, teen events, or during the 6th grade overnight. I will limit my phone use for camp communication with staff or for communication on hikes at camp. -I will follow through with my my camp duties, responsibilities, and job placement as well as and share in the learning and teaching at camp as a Program Aid, Leader, or Adult Volunteer. (I understand that the week of camp is a commitment and I will communicate all schedule changes in advance of camp.) -I understand that any behavior that could harm (physically or emotionally) a camper or staff member, or which is disrespectful, is unacceptable in the WDC community.
I Will Show RespectForMyself -I will take care of myself by getting plenty of sleep, eating well, drinking plenty of water, and by maintaining my personal health (by washing my hands often, using sunscreen, and insect repellent when needed, and telling a leader or adult if I am hurt or unwell, etc.) -I will make the most of learning opportunities at WDC by participating fully in camp activities, and I will try my best to try new things, and have a positive attitude. -I will not allow exclusive relationships (like those with friends from home or school) to prevent me from getting to know other people at camp, or from including others in activities.
I Will Show RespectForThe Environment And Camp Facilities -I understand that all community members are expected to share responsibility for keeping personal and community areas (including the Barn, units, stations, dish-washing areas, and bathroom locations) neat and clean, and I will help with these tasks. -I will be sensitive to the environment. I will practice “Leave No Trace” ethics and tread lightly on the land.I will pick up litter, stay on trails, and not damage or remove anything from the environment. -I will take care ofRiver Ranch Camp facilities, other rented facilities, and WDC program supplies and equipment. I will put equipment away when I finish using it and will leave an area I use “better than I found it”.
I Will Show RespectForEveryone's Health And Safety -I will abide by all safety standards explained by the staff and leaders.I understand that tree climbing, wadding, or swimming is not allowed.I understand that I am required to always wear closed-toe shoes and my camp t-shirt. -I will stay with a buddy when moving around camp and always ask a leader before leaving the group. (I will also check back in upon returning.) -I understand that all medical or health information is considered private and it should never be shared beyond the needs and safety of our community. -I will be aware and careful when walking and driving in the camp grounds, parking lots, and park trails. I will only park in designated areas and not drive up to the Barn unless I have specific permission from the directors. (I will not leave any other children under the age of 13 unattended in my car when dropping off or picking up). -I understand that fighting (includinghitting, kicking, biting,orpunching), verbal abuse (including foul language, name-calling), and emotional abuse (including bullying, threats) will result in my immediate dismissal from camp. I understand that there is no refund for missed opportunities from day camp due to the violation of this agreement. If I am dismissed from camp, my tuition is forfeited, and my parent/guardian is responsible for picking me up immediately.
If a camper has difficulty following Woodinville Day Camp’s BehaviorAgreement or the Unit's Group Agreement: 1. The camper willreceiveaverbal warningby the leader. The leader will make it clear what they are failing to do or what they need to work on by referring to the camp behavior agreement, unit group agreement, or camp rules to correct or better the behavior. 2. The camperwill take atake a"long wait”.The leader will chaperone the child to the barn (or an appropriate location) and check in with a director. The director will discuss the behavior or challenge(s) with the leader and the camper. The child will return to the schedule when appropriate or when the unit transitions to the next activity or station. 3. The camper'sparent/ guardian will be contactedby the directorto discuss the behavior,rule violation, or challenge(s).The parent and the director will create a behavior action plan and next steps if the behavior continues. 4. The camper'sparent/ guardian will be calledby the directorto pick uptheirchildfor the remainder of the day or the week. Removal for the camp day or camp week is at the discretion of the Directors.