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Winter Reunion
Saturday, January 10th 2009
Renaissance Westchester Hotel,
White Plains, NY 10604
New Camper Picnic
Coming Soon
Camp Starts
Sunday, June 28th 2009
Alumni Day
Saturday, July 11th 2009
Visiting Day
Saturday, July 18th 2009
Camp Ends
Saturday, August 15th 2009
Staff Orientation for International Staff
Counselor Staff
Sunday, June 21st or Monday, June 22nd 2009
Support Staff
Between June 15 to June 25, 2009
Staff Orientation for Domestic Staff
Leadership Staff
Saturday, June 20th 2009
Counselor Staff
Tuesday, June 22nd 2009
Medical/Suppport Staff
Between June 15th to June 26th, 2009 |
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What kind of people are you looking for?
We’re looking for fun-loving people who possess some skills going
in; who are just plain nice and who want to practice their niceness on
kids; who are grounded and wholesome. (If this sounds a little corny .
. . good!) We want people who are tireless and resilient. So, if this
sounds like you, keep reading!
How many hours will I be expected to work each day?
A lot, but the good news: you’ll be spending that time doing great
things for kids, who will really appreciate your efforts – and that
will make it rewarding. We get up early, we go to bed late, and we fill
the time in between with more than you can imagine!
Do I get paid well for all this?
Well, yes and no. You’ll get salary, room and board, reimbursement
for travel, but no expense account or corporate sports car. There are
opportunities to earn more from year to year and we promote our best counselors.
More important, you get to perfect some incredibly important personal
skills, and we spend the whole summer helping you with them.
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I get time off?
Yes, you will get one day off per week, but not until after week one and
not during the last week. On your days off, you are free to leave camp
and rediscover the rest of the world. Days off start after inspection
in the morning and end at curfew time on that evening.
What should I bring?
Less than a van-full and more than you can fit in a backpack. Your contract
packet will be much more specific.
Would you ever have to dismiss a counselor?
Yes, for violations involving drugs, alcohol, driving your car with children
inside, stealing or property damage or instances of abuse – physical,
mental or sexual. But, hey, take a glance in the mirror: Do you really
look like the kind of person who needs to worry about this?
How’s the food?
Depends on what you’re used to eating. If you eat in four-star bistros
and charge it all to Mom and Dad, you’ll probably be a bit disappointed.
But, compared to dorm food or fraternity/sorority house stuff, we think
we do pretty well. And we bake our own cookies!
Is there a dress code?
Yes, and it’s not complicated. Stay as clean as possible, shave
daily if beardless, keep it neatly trimmed if you are not, and don’t
start growing new facial hair while here. Leave any suggestive T-shirts
at home. Wear shoes that are appropriate to the activity, most often sneakers
– generally not sandals. Girls, please no string bikinis, nor skimpy
tank tops that reveal bra straps. No bizarre hairstyles and make sure
that any tattoos can be covered while you’re at camp.
How important is this camp spirit thing?
It’s the most important thing we do. Actually, it is what we are.
All those skills you’ll teach campers, all the events we plan, all
the facilities and equipment we have here – none of it would mean
much if the kids weren’t having more fun than they can imagine.
Camp must be exciting and filled with spirit. To do that, we act silly
at some times, we cheer until we’re hoarse at other times. It all
adds up to an incredible sense of spirit, loyalty and belonging.
Sounds awesome – what a blast, right?
Well, yes, but remember also that our primary responsibility is the safety
of the campers. Even while we’re doing what we can to make camp
fun, we must balance this with careful consideration of what is safe.
Our entire staff spends the summer being vigilant.
Are there cute guys/girls on the staff?
Trust us, we are all ugly after the first week. OK, seriously, being part
of a camp staff means meeting lots of new people your age. Staffers have
been known to form some great and lasting relationships here. But (and
this is a big but!) it is not the primary reason to become a camp counselor.
If your major interest is connecting, make sure that you understand the
importance of connecting with campers.
Sounds good – what do I do now?
Head back to the application page and follow
the directions there. We are eager to hear from you! Click
here to Apply Now!
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