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Parent Resource Guide Parent Resource GuideImportant Stuff that Parents Really Need to Know!Important Stuff that Parents Really Need to Know!

Liberty Lake is a community that offers kindness, acceptance, and support so we can grow into the best versions of ourselves as individuals to experience a happy & successful life.

Our “Star Points” guide us in nurturing values that build strong character, leadership and community.

Our goal is for our campers…. 1. To become more INDEPENDENT and resilient. 2. To use INTEGRITY, choose honesty, make the right decisions and treat people with respect. 3. To gain ASPIRATION to learn, overcome challenges, be creative and try new things. 4. To learn TEAMWORK alongside our supportive friends and counselors. 2. To learn the skills of making & keeping FRIENDSHIPS while developing social skills. At Liberty Lake, we hold ourselves accountable to instilling these “Star Points” each and every day into our camp activities and the time in-between. When we adhere to high standards and expectations, these prin-ciples create a powerful culture of learning and support. Our hope is that our Liberty Lakers will take their camp spirit home with them in their everyday lives, and inspire positive changes in others. Thank you for entrusting us with your children. We are honored to have entered into a partnership with you for this summer and beyond. As our partners, please discuss these principles as a family and if at any time you encounter a situation that contradicts any of the above principles, please let us know immediately as we are always striving to ensure a positive experience for each Liberty Laker in our family.

Andy & Jill Pritikin, Brandi Carnivale, Joe Craigand the Liberty Lake Leadership Team

What is Liberty Lake Day Camp?

“PARTNERING WITH PARENTSPARTNERING WITH PARENTS” - Wednesday, June 24, 7 PM For all NEW Camp ParentsFor all NEW Camp Parents In keeping the lines of communication as clear & open as possible for our new families, we invite our new parents to a special ZOOM forum with Director Andy Pritikin. Hear why a camp like LLDC is vitally important to today’s children, how campers and parents feel during their first week of Camp, why the rules are the rules, our discipline/bullying policy, our Camp culture, fun tra-ditions, and more. LLDC can seem complicated with electives, swims, division leaders, snacks, etc- So bring all your ques-tions- and don’t leave until we answer every one of them! * Will be Recorded onto YouTube to View at your Leisure *

MEET ‘N’ GREETMEET ‘N’ GREET - YouTube links will be sent out by 4th of July Weekend - Replacing our normal “Meet & Greet” will be recorded videos linked to YouTube for every group in every division. You will also be receiving Emails from your child’s divi-sion leader, with additional Email addresses for the nurse, dietary specialist social worker, swim staff, etc.

Backpacks & T-ShirtsBackpacks & T-Shirts - With no in-person Meet ‘n’ Greet, we will be giving our campers their new Camp Backpack and Camp T-Shirt on their first day of Camp. Please send them to Camp on their first day with a small/lightweight drawstring bag (with towel, sunscreen, etc.) that we can immediately put into their new bag.

LibertyLakeDayCamp.comLibertyLakeDayCamp.com & & CampMinderCampMinder - Update family info, medical info, choose electives, view/purchase photos, make payments, print statements, and more. Important Summer links are found on the “QUICK LINKS”“QUICK LINKS” webpage, link located in the upper right corner of the LLDC website, or through your CampMinder account dashboard CampMinder account dashboard. Bookmark ‘em!

LLDC-19LLDC-19 - Our Historical 19th Summer! Our Historical 19th Summer! Be sure to read the Safety Plan & Operating Handbook for details on the precau-tions and guidelines we will be utilizing to make summer camp possible in 2020.

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INDEPENDENCE• Kids should feel safe to explore new interests & discover things about themselves. • Our Freedom of Choice elective program provides campers the opportunity and

responsibility to make their own decisions.• Our intentional teaching method creates an environment where kids feel safe to

fail and supported to be built back up- reinforcing grit and resilience. INTEGRITY• At Liberty Lake we have high moral standards with every camper and staff expected (and rewarded) to treat oth-

ers with kindness and respect.• Experienced, professional staff support our frontline staff to confront and resolve conflicts in healthy effective ways.

Mistakes are seen as learning opportunities.• Our team consistently models what it means to make the right decisions, to be accepting of differences, and to

help to those who are in need whenever possible.

ASPIRATION• Each camp activity presents learning opportunities and challenges in which campers

can excel in areas they are passionate about, building their self-esteem and confidence.• Our staff is highly trained, highly focused and truly dedicated in encouraging campers

to step out of their comfort zones, confront fears, and inspire them to be great.• Our inclusive program adapts to the needs of our campers to create an environment

where kids can easily try new challenges, while looking forward to new experiences as they get older.

TEAMWORK• Spirit Events offer daily opportunities for groups to work together as a unit. Whether creating a Rube Goldberg

machine, running a 3-legged Spartan race, or building a boat out of cardboard and duct tape, campers can always look forward to fun and exciting ways to work as a team.

• There are multiple moments that bring campers together for a greater purpose, like the camp musical, color war, and the weekly bus spirit competition.

• Our staff is trained and supported to implement intentional activities to foster teamwork and cohesion on a weekly basis, with campers starting each Monday and ending each Friday.

FRIENDSHIP • Campers are grouped divisionally by age and gender with (normally) co-ed activities, ensuring a wide range of

social interactions amongst a diverse and inclusive community. • Offering a wide variety of electives puts campers in activities with kids with similar interests, making it easier to

build relationships.• Events outside the normal camp day, such as the overnights, late stays, and trips give campers additional op-

portunities to spend quality time getting to know one another while making memories.

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The Liberty Lake “Star Points” frame the lessons we learn at camp each day through our dynamic and diverse program that

gives campers opportunities to discover more about themselves,

TRANSPORTATION CHANGES - Can be accommodated in most cases, but we ask that you Contact us Before 12 Noon of the day in question. Please call us, and/or Email: bus@libertylakedaycamp.com

CAMPER ABSENCES - Please contact the Camp Office by 7:30 AM (or earlier) to let us know if your child will not be taking the bus to camp. This is a big help in keeping our buses on time!

CENTRAL EXPRESS TRANSPORTATION - Please make sure to be at the location on time, as the bus cannot wait more than two minutes. PM “drop-off “ your child will never be left alone, unless authorized. If you are not there waiting for them, our staff will attempt to contact you; and if necessary, we will finish the route, return to the Bus Stop, and as a last resort return your child to the camp. Bring your Car Placard for Pickup IdentificatioBring your Car Placard for Pickup Identification.

BUS TIMES - On the “Transportation” page of the Camp Website, we list approximate times for all Central Ex-press locations. Please realize however, that the Camp population fluctuates, which effects the Bus Route times from week to week. We create weekly PDF documents of adjusted times for all routes, and all stops, and post this document on the Transportation webpage, and Email the link to all bus families who are attending the upcoming week- Check those Emails each weekend!

LATE BUS - A huge benefit for working parents- The late buses depart Liberty Lake at 5:15pm, and arrive at north and south destinations between 5:30 and 6pm. There are only two buses, and seven stops- See the schedule on our website if you are interested in this value-added option (no extra fee), and contact us ASAP!

DROP OFF - Upon arrival to Liberty Lake, turn right at the Golf Course and proceed down the second aisle of the parking lot, making a circle so that your passenger side is facing the Twin Cedars Pavilion. At that point, a staff person will assist your camper(s) out of the car. From 7-8:40 AM, campers are signed in to play and socialize with other early campers and staff. After 8:40 AM, campers are led to their arrival areas, where they sit at assigned areas, and are signed in by their staff. Please do not park or get out of your car, unless there is an emergency. Real-ize that BUSESBUSES also arrive between 8:40 and 9 AM. PLEASE DO NOT ARRIVE AFTER 9 AMPLEASE DO NOT ARRIVE AFTER 9 AM- as Campers will be LATE for 1st period, miss activity time, and not be happy about it!

PICK UP - After the last bus is dismissed at 4 PM, the Security Guard announces the first group of cars to the Twin Cedars Pavilion. Parents show their Placard to security, and “Drive around the circle” where campers will be brought out to meet their respective rides. “Extended Hours” ends at 6 PM.

BEFORE / AFTER CARE / OR NOT - Extended hours care runs from 7-8:40 AM and 4:15-6 PM. To receive a “No Bus/No Extended Hours Discount,” campers must be dropped off no earlier than 8:30 am and/or picked-up no later than 4:30 pm. You may utilize HALF the Extended Hours (AM or PM), and get half the discount.

TRANSPORTATIONTRANSPORTATIONOur goal is to provide a safe, enjoyable, and efficient trip to and from Camp for our campers. We use school buses with professional bus drivers and have Camp staff on board (Bus Captains) who supervise and play games with the campers. All drivers are full-time professional bus drivers, not seasonal staff.

Parent Drop-Off Parent Drop-Off && Pick-up Pick-up 7am-6pm

EARLY PICK-UP - If you wish to pick up your child early from Camp, please let us know THAT MORNING. We suggest a confirmed Email or a phone call to Camp. Your child will be pulled from their group between activities prior to their requested departure. Campers will only be released to a parent/guardian who can show their Car Placard at the Gate House. If you would like your child to be picked up at Camp by someone other than their parent/guardian or someone without the Placard, please Email or Call that morning. Given sufficient notice, we will have your camper(s) waiting at the Gate House when you arrive. Lack of notice will result in waiting until their next scheduled break.

***THERE ARE ABSOLUTELY NO PICK-UPS ALLOWED BETWEEN 3 and 4 PMTHERE ARE ABSOLUTELY NO PICK-UPS ALLOWED BETWEEN 3 and 4 PM. If you show up between those hours, you will be respectfully asked to wait at the entrance until after the buses depart at 4 PM. This is a supremely important safety precaution for us. Please make every effort to work this policy into your plans.

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The 2020 “Downscaled” Liberty Lake* * FREEDOM OF CHOICE ELECTIVE PROGRAM FREEDOM OF CHOICE ELECTIVE PROGRAM **

CAMPERS ENTERING 1st THROUGH 9th GRADES CUSTOMIZE THEIR DAYS! Each Monday, campers (Grades 1-9) will get limited choices each period in which to choose activities. Choices will be based on their group’s interest through their “Top 10 Elective Choices” made from the elective sheet (posted on-line, and link Emailed to you), discussed with their parents, and submitted through the “Forms & Documents” section of your CampMinder account (you must first log in).

* * FOR 2020, CAMPERS WILL CHOOSE ELECTIVE JUST ONCE - RIGHT NOW FOR 2020, CAMPERS WILL CHOOSE ELECTIVE JUST ONCE - RIGHT NOW **

SWITCHING ELECTIVES: Campers will be able to switch their weekly electives within their groups.

• Activities run 45 minutes per day, for one week (5 days) at a time. • Curriculum changes each week, so campers can repeat electives and gain

new experiences.• Post week campers choose DAILY electives at camp.

Turtles enjoy a new schedule each week that is specifically designed to include a variety of athletic, art, nature, cooking, and waterfront activities- with plenty of play-grounds and sandbox!

Please utilize the 2020 Elective Sheet to create your “Top 10 List” TODAY- Please utilize the 2020 Elective Sheet to create your “Top 10 List” TODAY- Regardless of start date.Regardless of start date.

If you have questions or concerns about electives: Email Tracy at: Electives@LibertyLakeDayCamp.com

Every camper at Liberty Lake should feel physically and emotionally safe. Fighting, cursing, bullying, verbal intimidation, or any inappropriate behaviors are NEVER tolerated at Camp, on a Camp bus, or a trip. A safe and friendly atmosphere is the responsibility of everyone at Liberty Lake.

Liberty Lake teaches healthy, positive patterns of behavior through a positive learning environment. Children learn what is acceptable and desirable in order to help them become positive influences in our community. We teach character, morals, integrity, ethics, and controlling our emotions.

Disciplinary issues are brought to the attention of the Division Leader who immediately informs the parents of all campers involved as to what occurred and what action was taken. If a camper has recurring issues, the Camp will request a meeting with parents, and campers may be suspended. If a camper can not change his/her negative behavior, or if it is no longer in the best interests of the camper (or other campers) for a child to remain in Camp, the camper will be removed from Camp. Liberty Lake is a “no bully zone,” and we’re serious about it. Please contact us immediately to rectify any negative situations that may be encountered.

Behavior & DisciplineBehavior & Discipline

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* * HEALTH & SAFETY HEALTH & SAFETY **Liberty Lake is a very safe place for our children. There is only one way in and one way out of Camp, and it is guarded from 7 AM to 6 PM by experienced security guards who take their job very seriously. All staff wear uniform shirts and nametags every day. All visitors are met at the Gate House, and allowed in only if showing a Placard or OK’d by the office, and given guest stickers to wear while being escorted through Camp. Our adult staff are profes-sionally background checked, and our student staff are mostly former campers who are diligently reference checked.

Staff training includes professional speakers with topics including positive discipline, emergency procedures, child abuse awareness, and basic medical care. We run unannounced emergency drills throughout the Camp season, we have two Registered Nurses on staff, and the Mansfield First Aid Squad is just around the corner. Liberty Lake is accredited by the American Camp Association (Andy was President) and licensed by the NJ State Department of Health. Andy is also a Certified Child Abuse Prevention Trainer, and along with Social Worker Cathi Fischer, trains staff to always be on the lookout for potential child abuse situations and opportunities. No staff is allowed to be alone with a camper, under any circumstance, and it is grounds for immediate dismissal.

Aquatics Directors Gary & Britt are Red Cross Certified Trainers, who train our lifeguard staff and teach CPR, First Aid, and AED certification. We also employ an experienced social worker, Cathi Fischer, who works with our staff, campers, and camp families. Feel free to contact her at cathi@libertylakedaycamp.com.

In conjunction with the State, County, and Township Offices of Emergency Management, we try to prepare for any situ-ation. Please know that communication with our parents is an integral part of this plan, via Emails, and text notifications. We can send every parent an Email in about 1 minute.

WHAT CAN YOU DO TO HELP?WHAT CAN YOU DO TO HELP? 1. Make sure that your Emergency Contact info, Email & Cell numbers are up-to-date in CampMinder. 2. Make sure that people other than you or your spouse, are listed as “Emergency Contacts,” and “authorized adults” who could be picking up your camper(s) from Camp. 3. Remember that we are taking care of 500+ campers at a time, and that we are looking out for the safety of them all. Hence, there may be a lot of people calling our phone lines if you try to contact us in the midst of an emergency (or even severe rain). Wait for the Email or text from the office.

Liberty Lake Day Camp utilizes the technology of “CampMinder”- the leader in web-based Camp database systems. When you “login” to CampMinder, you are actually IN OUR DATABASE SYSTEM! If you haven’t already, we urge you to go online ASAP to add/update your family’s info, add/update your camper’s health history information (an annual state requirement), and aquaint yourself with this great, state-of-the-art communication tool. We also have lots of other online resources:

♦ The “QUICK LINKS" link/page in the upper right corner of the camp homepage has links to most everything for summer.♦ The “Forms & Documents” section of your CampMinder Dashboard is the hub for most mandatory forms needed.♦ Update your family’s information any time: Cell phone #, Email, mailing addresses, etc. All reviewable online.♦ HEALTH HISTORY: Input your information ONE TIME- and it will be with us forever! (must be updated each year- by June 1) If you haven’t done this already, please do it ASAP- as legally, we need a current Health History for your child to attend Camp.♦ Elective “Top 10 List”: Online elective selection makes choosing activities quick & easy! Go to “Forms & Documents” on your CampMinder Dashboard, enter your “Top 10” today! ♦ Other Important Documents: Menu, Permission forms, Laketionary, Parent Guide, Safety Plan, Bus info, and more!♦ Online Summer Photo Albums: We upload dozens of photos each day to Facebook & Instagram, and HUNDREDS weekly to the CampMinder photo albums, which you can “favorite”, save and purchase if you like. ♦ Payments: Put your credit card into our CampMinder system to process payments when you want to. A monthly payment option, from September through April, allows us to automatically bill your card on the 1st of each month in equal payments. Don’t forget to update your expiration dates, and use eCheck method (like most families), to avoid the credit card processing fee.♦ Statements, Invoices and Receipts: Login now, and print your statements yourself- Tax ID is listed on every statement.♦ Online Registration: Re-enrollment begins on August 1, and all your information is already in the system!

ALSO: The Liberty Lake Day Camp Facebook Page- A daily ritual for many of our camp parents to get the most current info ASAP from Camp, including FACEBOOK LIVE FRIDAY ASSEMBLIES

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AWESOME SPORTS & ADVENTURE ACTION!Our coaches run dynamic sports clinics that target all ability levels. Sports activities include instruction through “lead-up games” as well as competitive games. We provide equipment for all activities, including helmets and pads for mountain boarding, skateboarding, and rock climbing. Our High Ropes Adventure Program is one the finest in the country, with exciting elements 25-35 feet above the ground, plus a Zipline across the lake (and back!) Besides Ga-Ga and Hulla-Ball (two playground favorites), there are lots of cool choices, including many activities that you’ll never find at home- so try them out!

NOW PLAYING ON A STAGE NEAR YOU...Creative energy and excitement fill Liberty Lake as campers enjoy challenging Drama, Dance and Music Workshops.We have professional musicians on staff, as well as performers from the New Jersey Renaissance Faire! “LLTV” films and creates weekly YouTube shows, plus the annual Liberty Lake Day Camp Video Yearbook. There’s no limit to how far your creativity can take you at LLDC!

ARTISTS-IN-RESIDENCELiberty Lake offers campers a broad spectrum of artistic activities which will challenge their imagination. Our instructors encourage creativity while teaching the proper skills and techniques. Most projects take 5 days to complete, with projects going home on Friday afternoons. Our Music Department performs every Friday, including Rappers! And Week 8’s CWeek 8’s CAMP-A-PALOOZA AMP-A-PALOOZA

features many of our talented teachers and campers performing on stage for their friends!features many of our talented teachers and campers performing on stage for their friends!

S.T.E.M. + GIFTED & TALENTEDOur eclectic & diverse programs challenge our campers, and are fun and interesting for those who want to try cool, new, hands-on activities. Our great staff of specialists is augmented by outside professionals.

THE GREAT OUTDOORS!Canoeing, kayaking, sailing, swimming and fishing take place in our spring-fed, naturally stocked lake, supervised by a specially trained staff of Red Cross Certified Lifeguards and teachers. Our Mountain Biking and Survival Skills electives take full advantage of our 60 natural acres. We have Honey Bee apiaries, Chickens, Bunnies & Newfoundland Dogs!

SWIM PROGRAMSwimming is perhaps the most popular and important component of the Liberty Lake program. Turtle, Frosh, and Soph campers are placed in appropriate swim instruction groups and work toward moving up to higher swim groups at their own pace. Progress reports are Emailed home throughout the summer. Entering 5th-9th grade may choose a “2nd Swim” by joining the Swim Team, Swim Instruction, or “Polar Bear Club” as one of their many electives. Questions or concerns can be Emailed to swim@libertylakedaycamp.com

* * PROGRAM FUN!PROGRAM FUN! **

“FREE SWIM” is a daily opportunity for campers to enjoy our Pools, sandy beach, or deep lakeside area each afternoon. The lake features our 25 foot Water Trampoline and the pools have a 50 ft. Pool Slide! Besides swimming, campers can also choose to relax by the water, socialize, sunbathe, or play quiet games. Just another way to customize your day at Liberty Lake!

SHRIMP*Demonstrates comfort in water*Puts whole face and whole head underwater

GUPPY* Demonstrates knowledge and use of “Big Arms”* Knows how to use a kickboard and can kick for 15 yards* Can float aided on front and back

SAILFISH* Can use “Big Arms” with rotary breathing at side of pool.*Knows the whip (frog) kick* Can float unaided on front and back* Can tread water

SWORDFISH* Freestyle coordinated with arms, legs, and face in water (breathing may be to front or side)* Can retrieve objects from the bottom of the shallow end* Can perform elementary backstroke (with minimal instuction if necessary)* Can jump unaided into deep water

MARLIN* Fully coordinated free style (no flailing arms or legs) with rotary breathing* Demonstrates some knowledge of breastroke *Demonstrates some knowledge of backstroke

SHARK*Coordinated breastroke* Coordinated backstroke* Treads water confidently between skills

DOLPHIN* Demonstrates some knowledge of sidestroke* Demonstrates butterfly body motion (the worm)* Understands surface dives with brief instruction

STINGRAY* Demonstrates coordinated sidestroke* Demonstrates butterfly arms (may or may not be coordinated with body motion)

BARRACUDA* Coordinated butterfly* Swims underwater 5-10 yards

KINGFISH* Practices of all strokes well above average* In-water forward flip/somersault

JR.VARSITY* Breastroke open turn w/ pullout* Retrieves diving brick from deep end

VARSITY* Racing starts* 200 yard IM* Flip turns

SWIM TEAMCompetitive Swimming styles and strokes, as well as kickturns and racing starts. A great way to improve your cardiovascular strength, while refining your strokes.

JR. LIFEGUARD* Senior Camp Elective Training with our Head Lifeguard to start you on the path towards being a Liberty Lake Lifeguard!

COLLEGIATE* 25 Yard Brick Tow* Relay transitions

MASTERS* Swim Team Style Workouts* T-10* Timed 500

NEPTUNE* Freestyle flip turn plus other fun, competitive techniques.

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Mid-Season Extentions & Early-Bird EnrollmentAs long as there is availability, Camp Families may extend their children’s stay once the summer begins.

* Contact us ASAP for availability if you are considering extending- even NOW *On August 1, Enrolled Camp Families will be given Priority Status to register for the Next Season with a refundable $100 per week, per camper deposit. This deposit locks in the lowest tuition rate possible. Plus, it enables you to take advantage of the 5% November “Early Pay-in-Full” discount. If you don’t pay in November, the “early bird” balance is due on April 1. And with all of the new families we met from other camps this past year- we expect to be closing groups by early Spring.

Tuition PaymentsAfter June 15, any outstanding balance will result in the adjustment of enrolled weeks based on the money that has been paid up to that point. Remaining weeks are filled in by any campers on our waiting list. Call us ASAP with any questions about this. When adding weeks after June 15, full payment is required immediately.

The Liberty Lake Day Camp No-Risk Refund/Credit PolicyLiberty Lake Day Camp has the most flexible refund/credit policy in the Camp industry. Most other Camps do not offer ANY kind of refunds. There are limitations to our generousity though, so here is further explanation:

“Enrollment adjustments resulting in a refund/credit AFTER June 1 (6/15 in 2020) become a tuition credit for the next summer - as long as the Camper does not attend for a full week of Camp, AND the Camp is notified Monday of the week prior.” In other words- Call us (better than Email) by Monday (one week in advance) about not coming the next week, and you get a credit for that upcoming week. Remember- One week in advance.

“There are no refunds for missed days for any reason.” In other words, if your child is sick, or does not attend Camp for any reason, Camp has reserved that week for you, paid for food, materials, staffing, etc. It’s simply too late for us to replace that spot with another camper.

“First-time Camp Families may receive refunds after the Camp season, if they do not wish to use their tuition credit for the current or following Camp Season.” As a gesture of good faith for NEW Camp Families, we can process a cash refund after Labor Day weekend if you desire it. Being that Early Bird Enrollment takes place at that same time, we encourage you to use your credit towards a deposit for NEXT season at LAST season’s rates (or less), as described below.

FINANCIAL FACTS...

Staff Tipping and GratuitiesEvery summer, we receive calls from our parents asking about “Tipping.” We understand that for many of our Camp families, Liberty Lake is their first Camp experience. One thing that’s pretty universal in the Camping world is “Gratuities.” While Liberty Lake pays competitively for a Camp, teachers could make more teaching Summer School, and students could work 60+ hours per week in retail. Our high school students are in a “leadership training program,” and appreciate tips the most. While tipping is absolutely not required, we do suggest that tips are an appropriate way to show your appreciation to various staff members who have contributed towards the success of your child’s experience. Our staff typically receive gratuities from Camp families in the range of about $5-10 per week/per camper. Whether it’s $20, $50, a gift certificate, or simply a heartfelt letter- staff welcome any token of appreciation for their hard work and effort. Tips should be handed directly to a staff person on the Camper’s last day of Camp (including bus staff, before-care staff, group staff, etc.) and will be held by the office until the end of the day to safely distribute.

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HEALTH & MEDICATION - In order to attend camp, ALL CAMPERS MUST HAVE AN UPDATED ONLINE HEALTH HISTORY EVERY SEASON, as per the NJ State Health Department. Our Registered Nurses treat the campers and can administer medication sent in its original container. Please make sure that the Camp knows of any prior injuries, as well as medications that your camper(s) may take, at home and camp. We call you immediately for any illness or injury at Camp. Our nurses can be contacted at nurse@libertylakedaycamp.com & 609-372-4721 (direct line)

SUNSCREEN - Generously apply sunscreen to your camper(s) prior to their arrival at Camp. If you pack sunscreen, we will help re-apply to all Turtle and Freshman campers after each swim period. If you would like sunscreen applied to older campers, please send Email to your camper’s Division Leader and we will be glad to help. For 2020, we prefer the spray!

EVENING EVENTS - As per the NJ Depart. of Health COVID-19 Guidelines, Evening activities are cancelled for 2020.

TRIPS OUT OF CAMP - As per the NJ Depart. of Health COVID-19 Guidelines, Out of Camp Trips are cancelled for 2020.

COMMUNICATION - “If you have any questions or concerns, please contact the office.” We say this often, and we truly mean it. *Be sure to regularly check your Emails daily* for important, continuous updates on Camp happen-ings. We strictly prohibit communication between campers and staff via texting Emails. Social media has added a layer of complexity, so we preach to staff and older campers that they are representing the camp community, and they need to understand the importance of their brand and reputation. It is incumbent on us all to monitor our children’s social media.

FOOD & SNACKS - Campers choose a delicious lunch every day to enjoy under our Dining Tent. There is a hot main entrée, a variety of “substitute” sandwiches, salad, pasta, and cold drinks offered each day. Ice water is readily available at all activity areas, and campers can enjoy bagels in the morning, fresh fruit all day and popsicles in the afternoon! We also have a “Snack Shack” for additional drinks at extra cost (sort of like a drink machine would be) as well as free treats, like pretzels and our ever popular Slushies.

CAMP SWAG - All Campers will receive a Liberty Lake backpack and T-Shirt upon arrival on their first day of camp. Ad-ditional clothing is available in the Snack Shack and online at www.Bunkline.com

BIRTHDAYS - Campers celebrate their birthdays with Group Slushies- so please don’t send in anything, due to allergies.

PROFESSIONAL PHOTOS - Irvin Simon Photographers takes professional camper and group photos July 15 (Wk.4). Campers will be reminded to wear their Camp shirt on that day. All campers in attendance will be photographed. You can check out the pix online and order- See enclosed flyer and check out online request form!

LEAVE YOUR VALUABLES AT HOME - The Camp will not be responsible for any lost/stolen personal items brought to Camp. We will not replace any unnecessary items if they go missing for any reason- LEAVE THEM HOME!. Trading/Playing Cards are allowed only during set elective times, and can be locked up the rest of the day.

* PROHIBITED * Illegal substances, drugs, alcohol, or anything that can be used as a weapon are strictly prohibited (Camp reserves the right to check belongings). Campers or Staff found with any of these items will be immediately dis-missed, with appropriate authorities notified. On a lighter note, Flip-Flops are dangerous for walking- keep’em home!

* VERY IMPORTANT INFO *

LEAVE THE CELL PHONES & ELECTRONICS AT HOME*** Cell Phones, Games, iPods, and all other electronic devices are NOT ALLOWED at Camp ***

Camp is a “step back in time,” a place where we make real friends, not social media acquaintances. A place where we actually speak to one another- even on the bus, and where games are played OUTSIDE on fields and under tents. Camp provides a break from the screens which children stare at an average of 7.5 hours per day, and an op-portunity for us to interact with each other the way humans have done for thousands of years: Face to Face. Kids will have plenty of time in their life to stare at screens. It’s our job to give them as much sunshine as we can during their most formative time in their lives. If electronics are brought to Camp, they are immediately confiscated. 1st of-fense: We call home, 2nd offense: YOU have to come and pick it up, 3rd offense: Expulsion from Camp. DETOX!

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WAIT A SECOND.. .WAIT A SECOND.. .A quick reminder as to why we’re doing all this-A quick reminder as to why we’re doing all this-

To teach life skil ls to young people so that they To teach life skil ls to young people so that they can become the best versions of themselves-can become the best versions of themselves-

AND - HAVE - A - BLAST!! !AND - HAVE - A - BLAST!! !

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Why is Liberty Lake running camp this summer, when so many other camps are not?Liberty Lake has the advantage of being completely OUTDOORS on 60 acres, enabling us to spread out and adhere to the enhanced safety guidelines. In addition, we have an experienced and creative leadership team that is willing to take on this unique challenge. Director Andy, is the former President of the American Camp Association, and has worked long hours with federal, state and county officials to enable summer camps to safely run this summer.

When does the bus pick up? You will soon receive an Email with approximate pick-up/drop-off times at your bus stop for Week 3. Times may vary slightly from week to week, and we will Email you an updated time sheet each week you are enrolled (the prior Friday). Check the transportation webpage the weekend before your first day, and every successive Monday to confirm bus times!

What group is my Child in? Your camper’s Group Name and Division will also be listed on their Camper Label (to be sent in Mailing). Please make sure your camper wears their label on his/her shirt for their first day of camp. This will help our staff escort campers to their groups when they arrive to Camp, as well as their bus/dismissal areas at the end of the Camp day.

What are the hours of Camp? The Regular Camp Day is 8:45 AM to 4:00 PM. Early extended hours begin at 7 AM. Buses arrive at camp between 8:45 and 9 AM. Buses leave promptly at 4 PM, after which parents may pick up their camper(s) until 6 PM if utilizing extended hours or by 4:30 to get the “no ext. hours/no transportation discount”. At 5:15 the limited “Late Bus” departs from camp.

What should I pack for Camp?Each camper receives a Liberty Lake backpack and T-Shirt on their first day of Camp- bring the backpack to/from camp, wear the Camp shirt on “Picture Day”. All Campers wear SNEAKERS AND SOCKS every day (NO FLIP FLOPS),All Campers wear SNEAKERS AND SOCKS every day (NO FLIP FLOPS), as we run around a lot, and dislike twisted ankles. Campers wear a bathing suit to Camp in order to facilitate getting ready to swim quickly. Pack one towel in their bag, and an extra bathing suit for younger campers. Also we suggest packing sunscreen (apply big time before leaving home) and a windbreaker. Don’t bring anything of great value & LABEL EVERYTHING!

What do I do if my child is NOT attending Camp on a given day? If your camper(s) ride the bus, contact the office by 7:30 AM. If driven to Camp, Email us by 9 AM. Remember, there is no credit given for “missed days.” See page 7 for info on cancelling or rescheduling FUTURE weeks

What do you do when it RAINS or when it’s TOO HOT? In event of “Liquid Sunshine” we go about our regularly scheduled activities, substituting dry covered area games for all field sports and waterfront activities. PLEASE be sure to dress your camper(s) appropriately on these days (wind-breaker/sweatshirt). Always send bathing suits to camp, as the sky usually clears up. Excessive Heat = Cancelled sports, lots of extra swimming time + water games!What do I do when I want to Pick up my child from Camp early? Call and Email by noon, and plan on picking up before 3pm. No pick ups between 3-4pm, for safety reasons.

Do you perform background checks on your Staff? Adults go through local/national background/sex offender checks + 4 reference checks. Minors undergo reference checks.

Can I stop by and visit my child at Camp?Not in Summer 2020 - No visitors, no Meet ‘n’ Greet, no Family Night, no Sleepovers, etc. as per state guidelines.

Do you have a SPECIAL NEEDS Program? We are proud of our SUCCESS program, which integrates all types of children within the Liberty Lake program. We are not a “special needs camp.” We simply do our best to give every child the opportunity to succeed at LLDC.

Do you accomodate special dietary needs?Our main lunch entree’, alternatives, salad, fruit, yogurt, and pasta can accomodate most children’s needs- Vegetarian, Kosher, Gluten-Free, Lactose-Free, etc. In the rare situation that we can’t, additional arrangements can be made.

Can I send my child to Camp with a cell-phone?NO. Do not send Electronics, toys or other valuables to Camp with your camper(s), as the Camp will not be respon-sible if they are lost, stolen or broken. 1st offense: We will call you, 2nd offense: Parent will have to come to camp to retrieve phone/electronics and speak to director, 3rd offense: Expulsion from Camp. The policy is even tougher for staff.

Whom do I contact with questions? Call the office at (609) 499-7820, Email the camp office at office@libertylakedaycamp.com, or Email your child’s Divi-sion Leader directly (they should have already reached out to you). If you have a specific question regarding your camper, we will direct you to your camper’s Division Leader. Our Division Leaders are the communication link between Camp and home. Please share with them any information that will help us make your camper’s summer the best ever! They may contact you after the buses pull out after 4 PM unless it is a time sensitive issue.

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IMMEDIATELY - Online Health History Due (State law- Must be completed to attend Camp)

June 24, 7 PM “New Parent Zoom” Q & A with Andy- for PARENTS of all Rookie Campers

Week of June 29 - You will receive a mailing with “First Day Name Tag”, “Car Placard” and other info. - By the weekend, you will receive a video link to “meet” your children’s counselors. - Groupings and Bus times will be sent out.

July 6 - First day of 2020 Season (Week 3)July 15 - Picture Day- WEAR YOUR CAMP T-SHIRT August 1 - 2021 Reenrollment begins, for 2020 families only. August 17- “Post Week” Begins- Similar programming to our special programming for Summer 2020. Bus routes and groupings may change, based on enrollment.

LEADERSHIP TEAMLEADERSHIP TEAMAndy & Jill Pritikin- Owner/Directors Brandi Carnivale- Director Joe Craig- Admin Director

andy@libertylakedaycamp.com bc@libertylakedaycamp.com joe@libertylakedaycamp.comNurse Jill & Vanessa- Head Nurses Renee’ Eugene- Bus Coordinator Jamie Grenier- Office Admin

nurse@libertylakedaycamp.com bus@libertylakedaycamp.com office@libertylakedaycamp.com Cathi Fischer- Social Worker Gary & Britt- Aquatics Nurse Marilyn- Dietary Specialist

cathi@libertylakedaycamp.com swim@libertylakedaycamp.com food@libertylakedaycamp.comTracy Calabria - Program Scheduling Terri Southerland & Gale Szolomayer- Inclusion Coordinators

electives@libertylakedaycamp.com inclusion@libertylakedaycamp.com

DIVISION LEADERSDIVISION LEADERS TurtlesTurtles (PK & K) (PK & K) FreshmanFreshman (1-2) (1-2) SophsSophs (3-4) (3-4) JuniorsJuniors (5-6) (5-6) SeniorsSeniors (7-9) (7-9) Teen LeadershipTeen Leadership (9-10)(9-10) turtles@ frosh@ sophs@ juniors@ seniors@ teens@ Meredith Sferra Archie Jones Ryan Wagner Danielle Fudala Sam Simonelli Danielle Davis Jenn McVicker Caren Goldberg Jenn Kraus Chris Kraus Matt Thomas Krissy Gorman Lauren Borkowski Taylor Dembowski

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LIBERTY LAKE CONTACT INFO:* Phone: (609) 499-7820 Health Center: (609) 372-4721 Fax: (609) 424-3277

* Email: fun@libertylakedaycamp.com (goes to office & directors)

* Also: office@, bus@, nurse@, electives@, swim@, inclusion@, andy, joe, bc, etc!

* LibertyLakeDayCamp.com ~ Facebook.com/LLDCFANPAGE ~ YouTube.com/libertylake1776

* CampMinder Login: libertylake.campintouch.com

* GPS Address: 1195 Florence Columbus Rd, Columbus, NJ 08022

5-Year Jackets, 10-Year Plaques & 15 Year “Golden Slushie Passes” will be presented at In-Camp Ceremonies during the Camp Season