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Travel Camp FAQs

General Questions

• What ages are included in summer travel camp?

  8 – 13 years old

• Late arrivals and early pickups

  Late arrivals and early pickups are allowed. Please go to the front desk and ask for camp assistance.

• Do campers spend any time outside?

  Yes! Weather permitting and if there is a safe place to play. If the heat index is over 95 degrees Fahrenheit or under 32 degrees Fahrenheit campers remain inside

• What should my camper bring and wear to camp?

  • Lunch, packed in a leak-resistant container and labeled with the camper’s name
  • A water bottle labeled with the camper’s name
  • Clothes that can get messy. Daily projects include glue, materials that can stain, and opportunity for kids to get wet, sweaty or dirty.
  • Closed-toe shoes

  Please note that Exploration Place Summer Camps are peanut and tree-nut free. We ask that parents do not pack these items in camper lunches to avoid any allergies.

• What should my camper leave at home?

  Unless a letter or special request comes from camp staff, campers should leave at home:

  • Electronics
  • Toys
  • Cards and tradables

  Exploration Place is not responsible for lost or stolen items.

• My camper has special medical or behavioral needs. Whom do I contact?

  For any camper concerns, contact the Camp Director. There may be special forms that will need to be completed. You may reach the Camp Director at (316) 660-0644 or contact us online.

• My child requires medication for a condition that is not contagious. What do I need to do?

  Please fill out the appropriate medical information on your CampDoc account.

  For more information on Medication Policies, please read the Parent Information and Policies.

• How do I reach the Camp Director?

  You can chat with the Camp Director at check-in or check-out. If you need to reach her during the camp day, please call (316) 660-0644.

Behavior Guidance and Parent Information

• What are the behavior guidance and discipline policies for camp?

  Exploration Place’s philosophy of discipline is based on respect for each participant’s self-worth, sensible behavior boundaries with age-appropriate consequences, and encouraging youth to manage their own behavior.

  All participants are expected to show respect for themselves and others; consideration for their own and others’ property; and to participate in the group activities.

  As you prepare for your child to attend camp, please read the Parent Information and Policies.

  If you have concerns about the quality of care, policies, or procedures, please contact the Director of Education at 316.660.0612.

Lunch, Snacks and Drink Questions

• Does my camper need to bring a lunch?

  Yes, campers should bring a lunch labeled with their names in a leak-proof container (no paper sacks), silverware if needed, with an ice pack.

  Please note that Exploration Place Summer Camps are peanut and tree-nut free. We ask that parents do not pack these items in camper lunches to avoid any allergies.

• What about food allergies?

  Exploration Place Summer Camps are peanut and tree-nut free. We ask that parents do not pack these items in camper lunches to avoid any allergies. If your camper has any food allergies, please share with someone at check-in and put the information into CampDoc.

Registration Form Questions

• Do I have to fill out all of the forms in CampDoc?

  Yes, all forms are required to be complete upon the first day of camp. If information is missing we will require you to complete the information before allowing you to leave your child in our care.

COVID and illness Questions

• My child has been exposed to someone exhibiting symptoms of COVID-19. What do I need to do?

  We use the current CDC recommendations.

• My child is sick, but I don’t think its COVID related.

  Please keep your camper at home. Campers may not return until they have been fever and symptom-free for over 24 hours without medication.

• My child requires medication for a condition that is not contagious. What do I need to do?

  Please fill out the appropriate medical information on your CampDoc account.