Camp Guidelines
General
Camp will be open to campers from 9:00 to 4:30 p.m.
All campers are expected to arrive at the ashram by 8:55 a.m. We want the children to learn the importance of punctuality. Participation in the morning prayers in mandatory.
Consistent attendance and prompt arrival are essential – late arrivals are considered disruptive.
Each camp participant (and volunteer) will be issued a name tag upon arrival on the first day of each week. This is to be worn throughout the week.
If you didn't sign up for the extended care segment – and your child needs to stay late for some reason, then you will need to inform the Drop Off volunteer.
Please call the camp before 8:00 a.m. in the morning, or email cmcranbury@gmail.com if your child is going to be absent. The camp phone number is: (609) 558-8107.
No make up session will be provided for any absence. Prolonged absence (more than 3 days in a week) due to an illness or family emergency will be considered on a case-by-case basis.
All the volunteers (including the youth volunteers) are not paid for their services. Volunteers have to pay to have their children attend camp.
Check-In/Check-Out
Check in and check out procedures must be followed (click here to view.)
Campers (and youth volunteers) cannot leave Chinmaya Vrindavan premises without written permission from the parent or guardian.
Dress
Casual clothing which allows comfortable movement for yoga and outdoor activities is advised. Your dress should be modest and not attract the attention of others.
Sneakers are most advisable for outdoor activities. Flip-flops are good to keep as a back-up which you may store in your bag provided by the camp.
It is recommended that parents apply sunscreen prior to arriving at camp each day. Please indicate in the registration form if your child has skin allergies, or you do not wish for your child to use sunscreen. Sharing of sunscreen is not allowed.
Activities
All campers are required to attend all the scheduled sessions unless, due to medical reasons, it is not possible for their participation – in which case we ask that you inform the sevikas before the start of camp.
All campers must get approval from the activity's volunteer before moving on to another station. This is for the safety of the children only.
Health
All medications that a camper uses/brings with them to camp must be listed on the Heath/Medical Release Form.
All medications must be administered by the parent or child – as no one (including sevikas) will be able to do so.
Upon the child's arrival, all medications must be given to one of administrative sevikas for safe storage.
Campers may not share any medication (including vitamins or herbal remedies) with others.
Things 'to bring' and 'not bring' to camp:
All campers must be sure to pack a passion for fun, spirit to share, heart filled with love, and their very best smile!
Any item your child brings to camp must be labeled with their name.
A copy of the books "My Prayers" and "Chinmaya Book of Vedic Chants." Copies will be available for purchase at the ashram.
Vegetarian lunch and snack. Please pack healthy foods and try to refrain from items with high sugar content. We love to see the children eat fresh fruits, yogurt, multi-grains, legumes, and vegetables! We have microwaves available for re-heating. We are not able to cook, however.
Smock or old shirt (for art projects)
Notebook and pen/pencil for journal keeping.
1 or 2 photos of your child – on a non-returnable basis.
For everyone's safety do not bring skateboards or roller blades. No electronics or toys of any kind will be allowed.
Please do not bring in personal Legos or Lego kits (any type).
Anything of considerable value is better left at home.
Campers are not allowed to bring in cell phones. There will be phones available at the camp for the children to use, if needed.
