Cancellation and Refund Policy
To cancel send an email to: laurabowman.etusc@gmail.com
Deposit cancellation deadline is March 1st. Final cancellation deadline is June 15th.
Cancellations on or before March 1st will receive a full refund of deposit (per child). After March 1st, a $50 refund will be given (per child). No deposits will be refunded after April 1st.
Cancellations made after the June 15th deadline will not be refunded any money unless dire circumstances or your space was filled by another camper.
Refunds will be mailed out after camp is over.
Considerations may be made for special circumstances. Please contact me at laurabowman.etusc@gmail.com.
Drop Off & Pick Up
Arrival at camp is between 3:30 and 5:00 pm on Sunday, August 12th.
Campers must be picked up no later than 11 am on Sunday, August 19th.
Camp Policies
ETUSC is an unschooling camp. We strive to keep the spirit of unschooling alive while also making sure that campers are safe and well cared for. There are only a few rules that need to be followed.
The first isn't so much a rule as it is a principle and that is mutual respect at all times. This seems to be something campers do anyway, so it doesn't really need mentioning but just for officialness we are.
It is the camp's policy that campers not have sex at camp. Sex may be talked about openly at any given time and there may be workshops that deal with sex and sexuality. And while we have designated cabins for boys and girls, parents need to know that campers sometimes want to sleep in groups under the stars or in the lodge. We do not discourage this as it is an innocent bonding time for them and an opportunity to grow and learn together.
Boys are not permitted in the girl cabins and girls are not permitted in the boy cabins. This is a matter of privacy and safety for all campers. There are plenty of other opportunities and spaces for boys and girls to hang out together.
Campers are not to go on hikes alone or at night. By hikes, we are referring to the trail loops beyond the cabins. There are several other places at camp for walking alone or at night such as the main camp road, the greenway trail and the paths around the cabins. base camp map trail map
There is absolutely no alcohol or drugs allowed on the site, this is a policy of the Buffalo Mountain Camp and Retreat Center as well as ETUSC.
Buffalo Mountain Camp and Retreat Center is NOT a no-smoking facility as previously posted, but they DO have very specific smoking locations outside only.
If you drive yourself to camp, your keys will need to be turned in for safe keeping for the duration of camp.
Failure to adhere to the rules will result first in the camper having a meeting with staff to discuss the rules. If camper continues breaking rules, or behavior is egregious enough, the camper will be sent home at their parents' expense.
Failure to adhere to the rules will result first in the camper having a meeting with staff to discuss the rules. If camper continues breaking rules, or behavior is egregious enough, the camper will be sent home at their parents' expense.
What To Bring
- flashlight, for nighttime wandering in areas that may not be well lit.
- watch, this will help you keep up with the different activities and workshops as well as mandatory and group check ins. an alarm clock is also recommended if you are a heavy sleeper.
- water bottle, extremely necessary, be sure to label your bottle with your name.
- plenty of t-shirts and shorts for the week, as well as a pair of pants for night time, it's summer but it could be chilly at night.
- shoes & socks for hiking and outdoor activities
- swimsuit
- pool towel
- pool towel
- sandals for walking as well as for shower use
- sunhat and sunglasses
- towels and wash cloths (bring 2 of each)
- light jacket and rain coat if desired
- daypack for hikes and outings
- sleeping bag (or bring sheets and blankets) and pillow
- bathhouse items such as: shampoo, soap, razors, toothpaste/toothbrush, hairbrush/comb, lip balm, etc.
- medications in original prescription bottle and clearly labeled, these indications must also be noted on your camper health form.
- insect repellent
- sunscreen
- personal sanitizer in gel or wipe form
- pens/pencils
- notebook, sketchpad or journal
- camera
- supplies for your workshop
- phone card if you feel you might need to make a call from camp. There isn't a great signal at camp but you can bring your phone and try it (most campers just use their phones for music or for an alarm clock and/or watch). Having a card to make a call is very comforting for campers.
- games to share
- CDs and mp3 players for dancing...please label with your name
- musical instruments
- ear plugs, especially if you are a light sleeper
- if you'd like to participate in the talent show bring any items you will need.
