Frequently Asked Questions

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Q.    What should our child pack when attending 4-H Camp Kidwell?
A.     Sleeping Bag/Bedding                         Pillow
          Shorts                                               Jeans/long pants
          T-shirts                                             Socks
          Undergarments                                  Long-sleeve shirts
          Flashlight                                           Sandals (optional)
          Bathing suit and towel                       Toiletries
          Towels and wash cloths                     Sunscreen
          Bug spray                                           Close toed shoes (mandatory)
          Camera (optional)                               Paper, envelopes, and stamps

Q.    When should we arrive at Camp?
A.    Generally, resident campers arrive on Sunday evenings at 6pm, but some camp sessions start at 
       different times.  Typically, day campers arrive daily at 8am, but some sessions start at different   
       times.  Specific times for each week will be included in the parent packet.  This will be released soon!


Q.    When should I pick-up my child? 
A.    Generally, resident campers go home on Friday afternoons at 2pm.  However, some sessions end on 
          different days at at different time.  Day campers go home each day at 5:30pm, except Fridays when 
          pick up is at 2pm.  Day campers can be picked up earlier in the day if arrangements are made ahead of 
          time.  Please let the day camp instructor or camp director know you would like to pick your child up 
          early.  At the end of most sessions there is an awards ceremony that parents are encouraged to 
          attend.  This awards ceremony will start approximate 45 minutes prior to pick up time.   Specific 
          times for each week will be include in the parent packet.  This information will be released soon!

Q.    Can I visit/call my children while they are at 4-H Camp Kidwell?
A.     Our policy discourages parents, relatives, or friends from visiting their children while they are at 
            camp.  We feel attending camp is a great opportunity for children to experience independence and 
            grow as individuals.  If family and friends visit during the campers short stay with us this   
            opportunity can be diminished greatly.  We will not prohibited guests from visiting, but want you to 
            know that it is our experience when visitors(especially close relatives) come the likelihood of 
            sadness(homesickness) rises significantly.

Q.    How are medications handled?
A.    Children's medications are handled by the Camp Nurse.  Our nurse is a medical professional, and they   
          are in charge of holding, recording, and administering medicines.  During the check-in process you will 
          meet with our nurse and discuss any medications and special notices.  The Camp Nurse will follow
          those directions throughout the week.

Q.   What is our mailing address?
A.    4-H Camp Kidwell
          39000 1st. Ave
          Bloomingdale, MI 49026

Q.    What is the 4-H Camp Kidwell's phone number?
A.     You can contact us at 269-521-3559 anytime.

Q.    Is any of my children's personal information shared with outside sources?
A.    Any personal information that is given to 4-H Camp Kidwell as part of the registration process is 
          treated with the utmost respect and privacy.  All of the forms are kept under lock and key.  These  
          materials are NOT shared with anyone other than our staff members and medical officials.

Q.    If we request our child to stay with another child, can they stay in the same cabin?
A.     Yes.  When filling out your registration form, please make a note that your child would like to stay in   
            the same cabin as another child.  

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