Selecting A Children's Camp
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Selecting A Children's Camp
Some Questions that you should ask in searching for a Children's Camp:
1) Day or Residence?
2) Do they belong to or Do you know of a reputable youth group camp?
3) Is the Camp Accredited? By Whom? The ACA ensures a high level of facilities & standards.
4) Ratio of Campers to Counsellors. Younger children require higher ratios, such as 6-8 yrs. (6 children per); 9-14 yrs. (8 children per); 15-18 yrs. (10 children per counsellor).
5) Length of Camp....5-7 days is the norm.
6) Are visitors (family) allowed? Use your discretion. Family should be allowed, but outsiders?
7) Are they willing to show you the entire facility? This should not even be an option!
8) What is their return rate?
9) Who is the Camp Director? Qualifications? Education? Specializations? Length of Time there?
10) What other activities are offered? Development in several areas of activity is good, especially Team Sports.
11) What is Camper/Horse ratio? How many hours daily spent riding? 2-3 hrs. is the norm.
12) Riding Instructors qualifications, (experience & education).
13) Cost? $10-$50 per day for Day Camps. $15-$125. per day for Resident Camps.
14) Can a friend attend & can they stay together?
