Youth Activities & Camps

Youth Programs and Camps

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 Most of the programs offered through Recreation Services are inclusive recreation programs. By definition Inclusive Programs provide the opportunity for kids with and without disabilities to participate in the same activity. For inclusive services to be successful, inclusion must be a value that is shared by all parties involved, including staff, families and participants. Adapted recreation is a program that has been modified to meet the needs of a specific group of participants. This could be through equipment, content and rules, structure, support or environment. All "Adapted" programs are indicated with "Adaptive" as part of the program title. Services and programs are developed and have appropriately trained staff and volunteer. Please assist by informing at time of registration of any assistive devices, key words and or specific needs for our awareness, so we can provide a fun successful environment for all.

FAQs

• What should I bring?

  Each camp will have some specific items that will need to be packed but generally most camps require the following:

  • Running shoes (good walking shoes – NO sandals or flip flops )
  • Hat, sunglasses and sunscreen
  • Rain jacket and a change of clothes
  • Lunch and lots of snacks (please no peanuts or other nut products)
  • At least one full water bottle (two is better).
  • Bathing suit and towel, goggles are optional  (only for camps that go swimming or the water park)
  • Medications as required

  Items NOT PERMITED – unless otherwise requested:

  • Any and all electronics (phones, cameras)
  • Any items of monetary or sentimental value
  • Money
  • Junk Food
• Sign In/Out

  Your child must be signed in and out of camp each day by a parent or approved adult. This is done for safety, but also for staff to be able to communicate with you. We will provide specific camp sign in/out procedures before the start of your camp.

  There are occasions for children over age that we will make exceptions with written approval from a parent. Please speak directly with the Recreation Programmer responsible for the Camp.

• Information Form - How to Update

  This is an incredibly important tool for our staff. It provides information to our staff so they can safely and effectively run the camps.  Please log into your Recreation Services Account to verify that this information requested has been provided.

  See photo screen shot of data required, shown in yellow. Log into your recreation account.  Direct login link: www.greatervernonrecreation.perfectmind.com

  Select child from the family member list. Click the Edit button.  Then add missing info.

  

• How do I Register if I don't have a credit card for on-line payment?

  If you don't have a credit card for the online registration process, please come into the recreation centre to arrange for registration.

  Please ensure your online account is set up and your Childs account details are in place. 

Camps FAQ’s

• What is the earliest I can sign my child into camp?

  Sign in for all camps is within the first 30min, so for example a camp that start at 8:30am can have sign in between 8:30am and 9:00am. This allows us to start camp activities or out trips by 9:00am.

  Please do not arrive prior to the times above. Staff have been assigned specific roles each day and will not be available to supervise your child if you arrive before the scheduled time.

• I need to pick my child up in the middle of the day. Who should I speak with?

  If you cannot avoid picking up your child before the end of the day, please speak directly with the camp staff to arrange a pick up time and location. There will be times when we cannot accommodate an early pick up.

• My child's friend is in the same camp. Can their parents pick up my child?

  You bet! Just as long as you indicate who they are on our Camp Information Form. We only release children to those on the safe pick up list.

• I am unable to pick up my child at the designated time. Can a family member or friend pick up my child?

  You bet! Just as long as you include their FIRST and LAST name under the Authorized Pick Up area in your child’s information in our registration system. We only release children to those on the Authorized pick-up list. Note: photo ID may be required. 
  To see how to add an authorized person please follow the link under Camp Information.

• My child woke up sick; what should I do? My child will be missing one day of camp, do you need to know?

  The health and safety of our participants and staff is our number one priority. If your child is sick, please do not send them to camp. Contact us with as much notice as possible at 250-545-6035, ext 0 with your child’s name and the camp they are registered in.

  If you know your child will be missing a day of camp, please inform the camp staff in a timely manner.

  Please contact the Recreation Centre 250-545-6035 (0) (be sure to include your child’s name and the camp they are in).