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During summer camp, your child will be involved in
many activities, games, cabin times and Bible times.
The structure of camp is designed to remove campers
from the distractions of everyday life and place
them in an environment where they can experience the
power of the Holy Spirit and return home changed
people ready to face life with a new outlook.
Throughout each camper's time at Shamineau, they
will be encouraged and mentored by their cabin
counselors as well as the support staff.
Our Commitment
Our
commitment is to provide children and youth with the
opportunity to experience God's love in a personal
way. Staff members are chosen on the basis of their
personal commitment to Jesus Christ, maturity,
character and love of kids. Background checks are
conducted, staff attend a mandatory weeklong
training session and are regularly evaluated. We
strive to maintain a ratio of ten campers to two
counselors. A nurse or EMT will be on staff at camp
during the entire summer. It is our desire to
provide a safe and caring environment for all
campers at Camp Shamineau.
Security
A
uniformed security guard will be on site during the
night to monitor camp. For your child’s safety,
note on your registration form who will be picking
your child up from camp, the bus or trips at the end
of their camping experience. We will only release
your child to these people. During the camp week,
visitors are strongly discouraged. All
non-registered individuals are required to check in
at the office and be clearly identified as a
visitor.
Water Safety
Certified
lifeguards are on duty whenever swimming activities
are available. All guests using Shamineau boats are
required to wear U.S. Coast Guard approved life
jackets. Personal safety and the proper use of the
equipment are emphasized at all times.
Camp Check-In
• Confirm
check in date and time (See individual camp
description for days and times of check-in.)
• Arrive at camp at
published check-in time; no earlier please (We will
be preparing for your arrival and want to be ready
to welcome you.)
• TIME SAVER: At
check-in, if you are paid in full and have taken
care of everything (i.e. cabin pictures, care
package, bus, ropes course skills class fees and
completed health form) one of our staff members will
guide your child directly to his/her cabin. No
waiting in lines!
• If your camper
will arrive more than an hour after check-in begins,
please notify the camp office at 218-575-2240.
• You will receive
more detailed information on the camp week and
check-in after you have sent in your child’s
registration and payment.
Housing Requests
Our
desire at Camp Shamineau is for all campers to make
new friends. We can house a camper with 1-2
friends; however, we reserve the right to separate
larger groups. Please note that Horse Camp
participants and Classic Campers are housed
separately.
Bus Transportation
A bus
will leave New Hope Church (County
Road 9 and 169 in New Hope) at 2:00 PM on Sundays
and will return on Fridays at approximately 4:30
PM. Bus reservations are
necessary and should be made on the registration
form. Late reservations are not guaranteed, as the
buses do fill quickly. Bus fees are not refundable.
Cabin Pictures
For each
camp session or trip our photographer takes a great
photo of each cabin group. It is a special personal
remembrance of your child’s week at camp. Most
campers receive their picture on Friday as they
leave camp, while some Specialty and Trip campers
receive them in the mail. Pictures cost $5.00 and
should be ordered and paid for with registration.
DVDs
Bring a piece of your camper’s experience home on
DVD. Highlights will include a video slide show,
picture slide show, videos seen in chapel, and much
more! DVDs can be ordered and paid for with
registration.
Dress Code
All dress
at Camp Shamineau must be modest. Items not allowed
include, but are not limited to: spaghetti strap
shirts, strapless or mid-riff baring shirts,
two-piece swimsuits, and any other tight or
revealing clothing. When packing, err on the side
of modesty. If you have questions about dress code,
please call Camp Shamineau.
Clothing
All
clothing and personal belongings should be clearly
marked with child’s first and last names. Use only
clear plastic bags for soiled clothing.
Lost and Found
Please
contact us promptly with detailed description of any
items left behind at camp. Arrangements can then be
made for your payment of postage and handling fees
to have your items returned. Items found will be
held for only ten days and then discarded. Towels,
pillows, socks, underwear and toiletries will be
discarded immediately.
Mail for Campers
Every
camper enjoys a letter or a postcard from home.
Counselors encourage campers to write home about
their camp experiences. Please note: we do not
accept e-mails or faxes for campers. Be aware the
mail takes 2-4 days for delivery so mail letters or
packages early. Please address all mail as follows:
Camp Shamineau, Camper's Name, Camp week (e.g.
Trailblazer #1), PO Box 244, Motley MN 56466-0244.
Packages sent by UPS or Fed Ex should be addressed
to 2345 Ridge Road. |
