Who can attend camp?
Camp is open to all girls, ages 3 through 15, and boys ages 3 through 11 who have sisters in camp concurrently. Girls and boys ages 3 and 4 will be together in our Firefly unit; boys ages 5 to 11 will be in our Tag-a-long unit and participate in specially designed programs just for them (separate from the girls except for free swim).

Can my daughter be in the same unit as her friends?
Yes, as long as they are entering the same group/grade level in September: (3 & 4 year olds), (Kindergarten & 1st grade), (2nd and 3rd grade), (4th & 5th grade), (6th grade), (7th grade and older) We’ve included a place in the registration process to request a friend. It would be most helpful if all campers wishing to be together in a unit would register within two weeks of each other. Campers may waiver down a level/unit but may not waiver up a level/unit. This must be in writing and will be kept in the camper’s file.

Who pays the registration fee?
Girls or boys who are not members of the Girl Scouts of the USA must pay an additional $12 registration fee. Girls who are between the ages of 5 and 18 will be registered with our national office; this membership for girls is valid until September 30, 2012.

Are there any extra fees?
If you want to make a change to your camper's schedule there will be a $15 administrative fee after June 17, 2012. If your camper's paperwork or unpaid balance is submitted later than two weeks prior to their first week of camp there will be a $25 late fee.

Can a camper attend more than one week?
Yes, campers may attend in one week intervals. You may register for as many weeks as you wish.

Do I need to have the health history signed by a licensed medical professional?
If you are attending basic camp or cooking units, we do not require medical authorization. If you are participating in horse camp, sports camp, instructional swim or Guard Start you do need to submit a Medical Authorization Form, signed by a licensed medical professional.  This form will be attached to your email confirmation or you may find it in our Document Center.  You may get to the Document Center for all of our forms, by clicking on the link found on the vertical toolbar you will see on the left of your screen when logged in to your online account. Immunization records are required for by the American Camp Association & the NJ Board of Health for ALL CAMPERS.  Each parent/guardian must enter the immunization dates into the online form, visible during the registration process.  You may also return to it via the Document Center to complete.  Please do not submit copies of Immunization Records to the day camp staff. If the health history  and immunization record are not complete two weeks prior to the campers first day, a $25 late fee will be charged and must be paid before your camper may participate in camp activities.

Do you give refunds?
If a camper cannot attend Day Camp for non-medical reasons, any fees paid after April 15, 2012, less a $50 administrative fee, will be refunded upon a written request at least 20 working days prior to the first day of scheduled attendance. Refunds for medical reasons will be honored only when accompanied by a physician’s statement in writing explicitly stating why your daughter cannot participate. Refunds WILL NOT be given for days missed during a week, nor can missed days be “made up” during another week.

Do you have a sleepover at camp?
Yes, we offer one night overnights each week at camp. We also offer two 3-night stays this summer. They are the weeks of July 23 and August 6.

Do you have a Tag-a-Long unit?
Yes, we do. We have a Firefly unit for boys ages 3 and 4; this unit is a girl/boy unit and has activities based on thier skill level. We also host a Tag-a-long unit for boys ages 5 to 11. Boys must have a sisiter registeredd for the same week(s) attending camp. Boy activities in the Tag-a-long unit are separate except for free swim.

Do you have before & after care?
Yes, we do. Before care is from 7am-9am and after care is from 4pm-6pm. The fee is $10 per session, per day. If you use both before & after care for a full week, the fee is $75 per week.

Do you have busing?
Yes, the bus transportation cost is $55 per week. We have designated bus stops and times for each route. Camp staff assists the campers when arriving and departing each day.

Do you have swim lessons?
We offer instructional swim to all female campers. There is an additional fee of $60. The program is the American Red Cross Whales Tales program & it is taught by our lifeguards

What if a unit is full and closed to registration?
Once you have your account set up, you are able to register for any or all weeks of camp that are level appropriate for your child. When you attempt to register for a session that is filled to capacity, you will not see that session on the registration page when it opens. However, if you scroll down to the very bottom of the page, which is not immediately visible on many computer screens, you will see all of the level-appropriate programs that are closed to registration that you may waitlist for. Just click the appropriate box and the button to add to the waiting list.

How do I register for camp?
Go to www.sacajaweadaycamp.com and click on 'Register Online' on the top border. You will need to create an account and then proceed. You will need to complete the process individually for each child before you register your next camper.

How old do I have to be to work at camp?
We hire staff starting at 15 yrs old. Our 15 yr olds must have completed a Teen Leadership program we offer or an equivalent program approved by the Camp Director. A 15 yr old may be hired to work 3 weeks if they completed a Teen Leadership Program in previous years. There are a limited number of 15 yr. old staff positions.

How old do you have to be to participate in the horse program?
Campers can participate if they are entering kindergarten. The horse programs for both boys and girls are Trail Rides (Tuesday after camp ends at 4:00) and Saddle Sampler; all other horse programs are for girls only.

Is lunch provided at camp?
Campers must bring their own lunch Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday & Friday.All lunches will be stored in a cooler or refrigerators. Water is provided. Campers should bring a water bottle to camp. They will be able to refill it in camp. On Thursday, we cook lunch, provided by camp. If your camper does not like the cookout choice, she may bring her lunch. Campers vote on cookout menu on Monday of each week.

Is there a nurse on site?
Sacajawea day camp staffs a health supervisor who is a Level II first aider, an EMT or a nurse. The health supervisor is responsible for informing staff of special needs, medication and managing daily incidences that may occur. Most of our staff is First Aid & CPR trained.

Is there Financial Aid?
We have a limited amount of financial aid available to those who qualify. The maximum award could be one week of camp. You must submit a copy of your IRS Form 1040 and related schedules A, B & C from 2011 & a letter as to why you think you qualify.  Please vist our Vital Information section for filing instructions.

What other discounts are there?

ALL DISCOUNTS ARE ONLY AVAILABLE FOR BASIC CAMP, with the exception of the Horse Discount.
Early Bird discount: Register for basic camp before April 15th with at least a $50 deposit for each week you will receive a $20 per week discount. Open House Discount:  Save $20 off basic camp for NEW CAMPERS who attend an Open House and are verified as having attended. Registrations must be completed with a $50 deposit for each week .  The discount will only be available for 48 hours after the Open House. Multiple Week Discount: Sign up for all 10 weeks of basic camp — pay for 9, receive 10th week free. Girl Scout Leader Discount:  Girls save $15 off the price of week of basic camp (applies to multiple weeks). Horse Club Discount:  Girls must be an ACTIVE member of the GSJS Horse Club to receive 15% off horse riding programs.  Please visit the Horse Club page on our website for qualifications.

What about the sibling discount?
If you choose the sibling discount, you would pay $225 for the first child, $215 for the second child and $210 for the third, fourth child and so on.

What age does a camper need to be to attend camp?
Our campers ages begin at 3 years old. We have a unit of 3 & 4 year olds in one unit called the Fireflies.

What are some of the activities at camp?
Activities at camp may include arts & crafts, boating, nature/environmental, archery, games & sports, swimming, camp-wide events, Thursday cook-outs, Wednesday campfire/overnight, camper choice, sports camps, teen leadership and performing arts.

What is a typical day like?
Campers arrive in the morning and go to their units or sites. Staff is available along the paths to help new campers or those who don't know where to go. Then campers put away their belongings, take attendance and play get to know you games. A camp wide flag ceremony begins at 9:30 followed by daily activities. Wednesday is cook out day & swimming is every day (weather permitting). We have closing flag ceremony and dismissal beginning at 3:45pm.

What are Teen Leadership programs?
Teen Leadership programs are for girls entering the 8th - 10th grades. We offer Camp Program Aide (CPA) and Guard Start, a Program Aide award. After girls complete the Camp Program Aide or Guard Start program, they may be eligible for CIT I, a mentoring program, and then CIT II, our camp skills specialization. Specialization options include a choice of boating, archery or equestrian activities .

What Teen Leadership programs do you offer? How old do I have to be to participate?
The Camp Program Aide runs from June 25 - 29 & July 2 - 6, 2012 & the Guard Start from July 9 - 13 & July 16 -20, 2012. Girls must attend both weeks of a Teen Leadership programs. You must be entering the 8th grade in September 2012 to participate in a Teen Leadership program. Camp Program Aide Specialization is offered July 23 - 27, 2012. A girl who completes the Camp Program Aide course and would like to spend her volunteer time in the horse unit, archery or boating programs, should register for camp August 6 -10, 2012 to receive her training. The fee for this week is $75.

What are the camp hours?
Camp is in session from 9am - 3:45pm. We do offer extended days.

What do you do if it rains?
Camp goes on! Bring a poncho & if necessary, we adapt activities. We have procedures for weather situations. We also have an indoor facility, Program Activity Center.

What does ACA (American Camp Association) accreditation mean?
The ACA is an independent organization of camping professionals which includes camps that have met or exceeded the highest nationally recognized standards for health, program, staff training and program quality in camp. Being accredited by the ACA is voluntary.

What are the themes for this summer?

What is Camper Choice?
Camper Choice gives campers the opportunity to choose a favorite acitivity they would like to spend more time with. We have camper choice every day except Thursday. Choices may vary each day.

What is sports camp?
Sports camps is for girls only. Our sports camps provide a half day of sports activity centered on the sport of choice and a half day of basic camp activities. Girls get to participate in the sport they like, learn and improve their skills, share their enthusiasm with others of like mind and just have fun. The sports camps this summer are: cheerleading (week of June 25), volleyball (grades 4-10 only, week of July 2), tennis (grades 2-3 and 4-10, week of July 9), golf (week of July 16), frisbee (week of July 30) and soccer (week of August 13).

What is the cost of camp?
The cost of basic camp is $225 per week.. Click here for a list of camp fees.

What is Wednesday extended day?
Campers may choose to add campfire to their camp experience. There is a $25 fee which includes after camp snack, activities, dinner & a campfire. Campers must be picked up at 8pm. On some Wednesday evenings we offer a sleep over option.  This is available to girls entering the 4th grade & older. The fee is $35. After camp snack, activities, dinner, campfire, Thursday breakfast & lunch are included in the fee.

What is Thursday cook-out?
Monday morning campers vote on a menu for Thursday lunch. Together, the staff & campers, plan, prepare, cook and clean up lunch. All campers participate in the cook-out, even the tagalongs & fireflies.  If your child does not like the chosen menu, you may certainly pack a lunch, however, she/he will still participate in all of the cook-out activities!

What's new at camp this summer?
For Daisy through Junior level girls: New level specific Journey Program each week! We have day trips to Ice World, Safari Park, Great Advenutre and Jenkinson's Aquarium this season. New cooking programs include Fun-du, Willy Wonka's Fun Factory, SOUPer Bowl and more.

When are the Open House dates?
Attending an Open House provides new families with a discount. Attend an Open House, register with a $50 per week deposit and receive $20 off each week of basic camp. Once you reigster for camp, our registrar will verify that you attended an Open House and process your discount.  Note:  Discounts are only available for those who register within 48 hours of each Open House event.  Open House dates:
February 12, 2012 and March 11, 2012 at the Program Activity Center (127 Yellow Brook Rd., Farmingdale) from 2:00 pm to 5:00 pm, April 22, 2012 and May 6, 2012 at Sacajawea Day Camp (242 Adelphia Rd., Farmingdale) from 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm, May 2, 2012 at Sacajawea Day Camp (242 Adelphia Rd., Farmingdale) from 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm

What forms do I need to fill out before I attend camp?
All forms will be done online this year with the exception of the medical authorization form which will need to be brought in or mailed to us.

• Heatlh History
• immunization Record
• Code of Ethics
• Authorized Pick-ups
• Photo release
• Horse riding release if participating in horse

Where do I find the foms I need for camp?
There are two types of forms — online forms and downloadable forms. The mandatory registration-based online forms, may be found two ways:
1) They will be available for completion during the actual registration process.
2) They may be found in the Document Center under the heading, 'Online Forms.'

Othe forms, including the Medical Authorization Form which is required for those participating in Instructional Swim, Sports, Horse and Guard Start programs, may also be found in the Document Center under the heading, 'Downloadable Forms.'

What is the staff:camper ratio?
The average ration is 1 staff: 10 campers in a unit. A unit consists of approximately 36 campers. It is staffed with a Unit counselor, Jr. Counselors, Counselors in Training (CIT's) and Camp Aides. When a unit goes to a program area such as arts and crafts or boating, the staff ratio increases.