Living & Working at Camp
Caring for Campers
Caring for Yourself
Policies & Emergencies
Other Stuff
100
What is the code word we use on camp to let others know there is an intruder, and where do you take an intruder?
ARCLIGHT!
100
What are 3 things counselors can do to make sure that the campers remain healthy?
change clothes, dress for the weather, proper footwear, wash hands, use tissues, get rest, protect from sun, bugs, poison ivy, brush teeth, wash face, shower often, drink water, be aware of eating habits, use kybo, safety over fun, know any camper limitations
100
True or False: PDA in the presence of other staff members is appropriate
False!
100
According to Michigan state law a child is any person under what age?
18
100
What is the platinum rule?
Treat others the way you want to be treated
200
What are the three pillars of "back to basics?"
-Relationship Building -Belonging -Achievement
200
What are the most common times that a camper tends to feel homesick?
Meal time and bed time
200
What time in the day might you have off and what should you do with that time?
Nights out, 1 camptivity, saska, fun swim/tfun...
200
How many campers can be on or near the barge?
20
200
Name 4 of the 7 goals we have for campers
To feel secure, know the rules, develop strong character, make new friends, have fun, give back, build leadership
300
What are the three steps to planning an effective program?
Establish a purpose or reason for the program, figure out your objectives, figure out your needs, good presentation to staff and campers, determine responsibilities, develop rules
300
Two of your campers have had a fight, but you have taken care of it. True or False: you do not need to tell your director about it.
FALSE
300
When someone comes to you with a problem that you cannot solve, what should you do?
Listen, advise them to go to someone that can help them. Or notify someone that can help them.
300
Name three acceptable and unacceptable consequences for campers breaking rules
Acceptable: Time out, participation restriction, restriction to an area away from the group, restriction of edible TP, conference with leadership staff, conference with parent by telephone. Unacceptable: Isolation, ridicule, threats, intimidation, harassment, deprivation, excessive exercise/restraint.
300
What is the standard lifeguard to camper ratio while on camp?
1:10
400
If you return from your night out before 1am when must you return to your cabin or staff living assignment?
At midnight obvi.
400
What sort of medical/first aid situations can staff treat on their own?
minor cuts and scrapes, itchy bug bites
400
If a camper friends you on Facebook, what should you do?
Nope! Not allowed.
400
What should you do if you suspect or discover a fire?
Clear the area, attempt to put it out, cut the circuit breaker, notify the camp director, if you can't handle the heat- GET OUT OF THE KITCHEN
400
What should you do if it rains on your overnight? Tents vs. Shelters
Groups at sites with shelters are expected to stay out even in thunder and lightening storms. If with tents, you stay with moderate rain, if worsens move to a better shelter. Do not return unless leadership staff comes to get you.
500
What are three different ways you can make bedtime go smoothly?
Good ideas!
500
Name 2 cases in which you need to tell the Camp Director immediately about a situation?
When you suspect abuse or when a camper mentions suicide.
500
What are the best ways to spend a night out?
NOT Buffalo Wild Wings.
500
What happens during a lost camper drill?
Camp director will assign staff to check trails and buildings and areas. Check main road and 32nd street. If not found, LCD is called by signaling the wail siren. Everyone to the dining hall.
500
When on time off, what must be in place for you to go swimming?
Swimming in proper area based on your ability, lifeguard ratios, and daylight hours.
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