Vacation Day Camp
July 21-25, 2008
Kindergarten Grads through 6th Grade Grads
Parent Information Sheet
Welcome to Epiphany’s Vacation Day Camp. The Day Camp is held at Epiphany Lutheran Church, 268 Hill Road N. from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM. This day camp is planned and administered through Lutheran Outdoor Ministries in Ohio (LOMO). LOMO provides trained and talented counselors, curriculum, crafts, Bible study, skits and singing material to help us proclaim Jesus in a fun Christian setting. Please use this Information Sheet to help you plan for an exciting summer camp!
v Registration: Additional Forms are available on the Welcome Center in the Gathering Space of Epiphany or on our web site at www.epiphany-lutheran.com.
· Fill in the form completely on both sides and be sure to sign it
· Day camp is for kindergarten graduates through 6th grade graduates
· Please turn it in to the special bin on the Welcome Center or by mail BY JULY 14
v Cost: $35 per child with a family limit of $70. However, NO CHILD will be turned away because of money. Please call Jeff Mitchell at 837-2826 if money is an issue!
v Medications: Special arrangements can be made for necessary medications to be given BY CAMP STAFF during Day Camp hours. Please fill in needs on the registration form.
v Bandanas: On Wednesday our craft involves removing the color from a portion of a bandana. We ask that each camper provide his or her own bandana (not white!). Please put the camper’s name on the tag and bring it with you on Wednesday morning to camp.
v Drop-off/Pick-up: Campers need to be signed in and out every day by a parent or designated adult. Please come into the Gathering Space each morning and afternoon to sign them in/out and ensure camper safety.
v Absences: Please inform the church of absences by calling 837-2826. We will be calling to check on any child not signed in each morning.
v Lunches: Campers must bring a sack lunch each day of camp (Please only use items that do not need refrigerated) except Wednesday. Wednesday we will be grilling hot dogs for DOG DAY. Feel free to pack that day as well if your child does not like hot dogs. Cold drinks will be provided for snacks and lunch all week.
v Snacks: On Monday, please bring one large package of snacks (chips, cookies, crackers, etc.) to be shared for the week during morning and afternoon snack times.
v Special Events:
· A Glimpse of Camp- On Thursday evening from 7:00-8:00 PM we will have a special worship service led by the campers and staff.
· Water Day- Friday afternoon is our water day. Campers will get wet and should dress appropriately and bring a towel. Our fire department will be on hand to share with us their calling and to ensure a proper soaking!
· Dog Day- Wednesday is Dog Day. Does your dog do tricks? Would you like to bring your dog to be petted by the kids? We have room for a few special friends today and hot dogs for lunch! If your child is allergic to dogs, let us know and we will take necessary precautions.
v Daily Mission/Outreach: During our week together we will be collecting two kinds of items for outreach. First we will be collecting school supplies for needy children. Second, we will be collecting brown bag lunches (all non-perishable items please) for children in need at both the Fairfield and Pickerington Food Pantries.