CE Basics
The founders of Camp Erin
Karen and Jamie Moyer
Top 3 things volunteers and cabin buddies do at Camp Erin
1. Provide support and mentorship
2. Lead Activities
3. Have FUN!
How often volunteers should be on their phones
As minimally as possible
When there is a storm and/or tornado watch/warning this happens
1. Walkie call is made to shelter from lightnening
2. Enter nearest building and engage campers in a fun game or conversation
3. Wait to hear next steps
4. If tornado, bring campers to nearest tornado shelter, take attendance and communicate via walkie
Time of lights out
9PM for younger
10PM for older
Camp Erin is named after
Erin Metcalf
Ratio of adults to campers
1:5
Should be carried at all times
Walkie Talkies
Hygiene procedures for campers
Campers can shower if they want to, not mandatory
Remind campers to brush teeth, change underwear (especially younger ones) and to wash hands
The purpose behind the shooting stars and heron
Erin's story- during trips and in memoriam
Number 1 priority for volunteers
Nurse and/or Camp Director
Activities appropriate for cabin time
Group conversations, coloring, board games, card games, story time, naps
Beginning ritual of every Camp Erin weekend
Memory Wall
Ways (3) to ensure campers feel safe
Communication
Boundaries
Expectations
When a camper is homesick and wants to call home, this should be done next
Use positive support to help them feel comfortable and reach out to Camp Director
Where cabin buddies sleep
In cabins with campers but in separate counselor room with door open
Ways to manage camper belongings
Remind campers to keep belongings in storage or luggage
Avoid sharing or giving away items to other campers
Spend time in morning and evening tidying up
Keep camp linens separate from personal when packing Sunday
Saturday evening activity that includes a lot of support
Luminary Ceremony
Bathroom/Shower Rule
1 in bathrooms and 1 in showers at a time
A camper is talking back and/or not following safety rules
Walkie for Camp Director and avoid escalating volume or conversation
This is done when there is an intruder or active shooting situation
If Lockdown is called, enter nearest building and lock all doors, wait quietly for all clear
If active shooter, leave area if able or lockdown
Next steps if a camper wets the bed
Call camp director for assistance
Be discreet
Cabin Kits- gloves, cleaner, bag