GENERAL INFORMATION

Check In: Please see Camp Details above for Check-In location. On the first day of camp, please allow at least 15 minutes extra for the check-in process. It is not necessary for parents to accompany campers to the camp area after check- in.

Pick Up: Campers need to be picked up within 15 minutes of their Camp end time. After that time, Camp Staff will no longer be available to supervise campers.

Leaving Camp Early: An authorized early release permission note must be sent if camper will be leaving camp early. The note needs to include:

- Camper's name
- Time and date the camper needs to leave
- Permission for the camper to leave early by himself, if applicable
- Signature of Parent /Legal guardian.

What to bring: Please see the Camp Details above for food, clothing and equipment needs specific to the camp. When choosing foods for lunches and snacks, please DO NOT pack perishable items, there is NO refrigeration available for food storage. In addition, we recommend that all campers bring a Water Bottle, Sunscreen and Lip Balm. And, remember to label ALL items brought to camp. Lost and Found items are donated to a local charity one week after the camp session ends.

Parking: Parking may be difficult at Camp sites, please be patient. Allow sufficient time to drop-off or pick-up your camper. Your cooperation will help maintain a clear flow of traffic during these busy times. University Parking is strictly controlled and tickets are issued quickly. Please see Camp Details below for camp location.

Please visit the following web site for detailed Campus Maps and Parking information: http://public-safety.berkeley.edu/p&t/

Rain: Camp is usually at the assigned location even in rain. However, in the case of heavy rain, the Camp may be moved to an alternate site. Campers should always check-in at the scheduled location. If a Camp location is changed, you will be directed to the new location. Also in the case of rain, campers should bring shoes with non-marking soles for indoor use.

Medical Information/Illness: In the event that your camper becomes ill or an emergency arises, the camp staff will make every effort to contact you or your listed emergency contact. If deemed necessary by the camp staff, the camper may be transported to a nearby hospital for treatment.

Medications/Inhalers: A Medication Form completed by the camper's Parent/Guardian must accompany all medication to be taken by a camper. This includes both prescription and over-the-counter medications. All medications must be in current prescription bottles or original containers. Inhalers may be kept with the camper, but still require Medication Form.

A copy of the Medication Form can be downloaded from the Cal Athletic Camps website.

Communicable Diseases & Lice Policy: Notification will be given regarding any communicable diseases affecting campers. If your child contracts a communicable disease, please notify the camp staff immediately. Campers will NOT be permitted at camp if they have any signs of head lice.

Family Emergency Contact Information: If you need to contact your child at camp, please use the Emergency Contact number included in the Camp Details below. Or, you can call (510) 643-3277 and a message will be delivered.

Emergencies, Natural Disasters & Evacuation Plans: Should an emergency or natural disaster occur at or near camp, camp staff will follow standard emergency procedures to ensure the physical and emotional safety of your child. Discuss with your child what would happen if a natural disaster occurred during camp. Please, make sure that your camper has any necessary emergency phone numbers in their backpack and provide the camp emergency information to anyone who may need it.

We highly recommend that parents develop a Family Emergency Plan. The American Red Cross website provides information on developing a Family Emergency Plan.

Sources of Campus Information in an Emergency:

Phone
UC Berkeley Campus Emergency Hotline (510) 642-4335
1-800-705-9998 (activated in the event of an emergency)

Web
Camp Web Page: CalBears.com
University Main Web Page: www.berkeley.edu
Emergency Web Page: emergency.berkeley.edu (activated if main UCB web page is down)

Radio
1610 AM (City of Berkeley)
KALX 90.7 FM (campus radio station).

Camp Rules: Below is a list of general camp rules. Please make sure your child is familiar with them:

1. Respect other participants, instructors, facilities, and equipment.
2. Always listen to staff/instructor. Show consideration when teacher and others are speaking.
3. Teasing and put-downs are not tolerated at camp.
4. Use appropriate language - No cursing.
5. Stay with your group.
6. Keep the Camp area clean, throw your trash away and if you see trash, pick it up.
7. No game boys or CD players.
8. Cell phone use is only allowed after camp hours.
9. No weapons allowed.
10. No pets may be brought to camp or to camp check-in and checkout.
11. No drugs, tobacco, or alcohol permitted at any time.
12. Never leave assigned activity areas without permission of staff.

For camps using the pools:

1. Campers are only allowed in the water with the permission of the coaching staff.
2. NO ONE is allowed in the water unless coaching staff is on deck.

Any other rules specific to a Camp will be discussed at Camp.

Behavior Guidelines and Consequences: In order to provide a pleasant environment and to ensure the safety of our campers and staff, disruptive, destructive and/or dangerous behavior by campers is NOT ALLOWED. Such behavior will result in the camper being removed from the current program. If the behavior continues, the camper will dismissed from the camp. When a participant is dismissed from camp for unacceptable behavior there will be NO REFUND.

Any of the following will result in IMMEDIATE dismissal from camp:

* Endangering the health or safety of others
* Possession of firearms, weapons, explosives, etc.
* Possession or use of illegal drugs, alcohol, cigarettes
* Damage or destruction of property
* Theft
* Fighting
* Pulling of fire alarms
* Leaving camp area without permission

Damage or Loss of Property: Camper's parent/legal guardian will be financially responsible for any and all damages caused by camper. Parent/Legal guardian will be billed for any damage to campus facilities or equipment.