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CAMP TIMANOUS BODY MIND SPIRIT SUMMER 2021 CAMPER HANDBOOK Please Be Sure To Check Out What s Different in 2021 inside cover Medication Policy page 9 Package Policy page 11
WHAT S DIFFERENT IN 2021 Camp Timanous was founded with the goal of providing the finest summer experience for boys by enhancing body mind and spirit Sharing a simple healthful life in a beautiful natural setting with friendly interested capable people is a priceless addition to a boy s development Small size experienced counselors beloved traditions and a dynamic activity program help ensure a positive experience for every camper Our hope is that every boy will leave with increased self confidence improved social skills and increased respect for his peers and community Dear Timanous Families The arrival of our annual camper handbook means it s time to plan and organize the many logistics involved with sending your camper to Timanous We ve never been more excited for a summer of camp Camper health and safety is our top priority With this in mind we ve adapted our operations in light of COVID 19 but I m confident that this will still be an amazing Timanous summer Please read this handbook carefully as some of our usual traditions and expectations will be very different for summer 2021 We re including as much information as we can at the time of printing and will communicate regularly as the summer approaches Your attention to these details is greatly appreciated We will do our best to streamline information via email and our website and will let you know if there is something that slipped through the cracks that we really need Some key differences are clear now We ll be creating a Timanous bubble to help limit exposure to coronavirus which means we won t be able to host family or alumni visitors for the duration of the summer nor hold events with other camps including Wohelo Families will most likely be asked to stay in their cars for dropoff and pickup We will also let you know if we are able to ease any of these restrictions We ll provide additional details around arrival and departure plans in separate communications If at all possible we strongly encourage driving to and from camp as this is the best option but we also have plans to allow safe travel by plane Thank you for your partnership and understanding as we continue to do all we can to put camper safety first Can t wait for Opening Day on June 24th Sincerely Garth Altenburg Director Thursday June 24 Saturday July 17 Monday July 19 Wednesday August 11 Camp Opens First Session Ends Second Session Starts Closing Day TABLE OF CONTENTS 2 Map 3 Typical Day 4 Required Forms Tuition Policies 5 8 Packing What to Bring What NOT to Bring 8 10 Health Policies Forms 10 Laundry 11 Mail Packages 12 Telephone Tutoring Tipping 13 Other Info
WHAT S DIFFERENT IN 2021 Camp Timanous was founded with the goal of providing the finest summer experience for boys by enhancing body mind and spirit Sharing a simple healthful life in a beautiful natural setting with friendly interested capable people is a priceless addition to a boy s development Small size experienced counselors beloved traditions and a dynamic activity program help ensure a positive experience for every camper Our hope is that every boy will leave with increased self confidence improved social skills and increased respect for his peers and community Dear Timanous Families The arrival of our annual camper handbook means it s time to plan and organize the many logistics involved with sending your camper to Timanous We ve never been more excited for a summer of camp Camper health and safety is our top priority With this in mind we ve adapted our operations in light of COVID 19 but I m confident that this will still be an amazing Timanous summer Please read this handbook carefully as some of our usual traditions and expectations will be very different for summer 2021 We re including as much information as we can at the time of printing and will communicate regularly as the summer approaches Your attention to these details is greatly appreciated We will do our best to streamline information via email and our website and will let you know if there is something that slipped through the cracks that we really need Some key differences are clear now We ll be creating a Timanous bubble to help limit exposure to coronavirus which means we won t be able to host family or alumni visitors for the duration of the summer nor hold events with other camps including Wohelo Families will most likely be asked to stay in their cars for dropoff and pickup We will also let you know if we are able to ease any of these restrictions We ll provide additional details around arrival and departure plans in separate communications If at all possible we strongly encourage driving to and from camp as this is the best option but we also have plans to allow safe travel by plane Thank you for your partnership and understanding as we continue to do all we can to put camper safety first Can t wait for Opening Day on June 24th Sincerely Garth Altenburg Director Thursday June 24 Saturday July 17 Monday July 19 Wednesday August 11 Camp Opens First Session Ends Second Session Starts Closing Day TABLE OF CONTENTS 2 Map 3 Typical Day 4 Required Forms Tuition Policies 5 8 Packing What to Bring What NOT to Bring 8 10 Health Policies Forms 10 Laundry 11 Mail Packages 12 Telephone Tutoring Tipping 13 Other Info
7 15 First Bell A short dip for those who want one 7 30 Second Bell Everybody up 7 50 Flag Raising Camp assembly and personal inspection 8 00 Breakfast 9 00 Cabin Clean up 9 30 Morning activity choice 10 30 Morning swim 11 45 Cabin time rest reading writing 12 30 Lunch our big meal of the day 1 30 Quiet Hour cards games reading tutoring 2 30 Afternoon swim 3 30 Afternoon activity choice 4 30 Free time all activities open 6 00 Dinner 6 45 Flag Lowering Evening activity program 4 2 7 45 Everyone heads to their cabins 8 45 Taps all quiet on the bunkline A DAY IN THE LIFE A T YPICAL CAMP DAY 3
7 15 First Bell A short dip for those who want one 7 30 Second Bell Everybody up 7 50 Flag Raising Camp assembly and personal inspection 8 00 Breakfast 9 00 Cabin Clean up 9 30 Morning activity choice 10 30 Morning swim 11 45 Cabin time rest reading writing 12 30 Lunch our big meal of the day 1 30 Quiet Hour cards games reading tutoring 2 30 Afternoon swim 3 30 Afternoon activity choice 4 30 Free time all activities open 6 00 Dinner 6 45 Flag Lowering Evening activity program 4 2 7 45 Everyone heads to their cabins 8 45 Taps all quiet on the bunkline A DAY IN THE LIFE A T YPICAL CAMP DAY 3
REQUIRED FORMS Please complete the following forms by May 15 Health History Physician s Exam Camper Information Camper Permission Transportation Additional Options Blankets sleeping bags tutoring Further details about health information forms and arrival details will be coming soon TUITION POLICIES 80 of the application deposit will be refunded if a camper withdraws by March 1st The second payment of 2 000 is due on February 1st with the balance due on April 1st We will send tuition statements in January and March As we did last summer we will offer full refunds for any COVID 19 related withdrawals Since our budget is based entirely on tuitions there are no refunds for early departure after the season begins You may want to purchase tuition reimbursement insurance CampMinder has an offering called Program Protector Visit campminder com faq program protector for more details Money Camp Store ______________________________________ The camp tuition covers all aspects of the program Campers do not need to bring any money to camp but if they do it will be held in the camp office not in their cabin 4 We will not secure 150 for an incidental account as we have in the past but rather invoice families for travel expenses tutoring trips to the doctor not covered by our camper insurance and any major items needed from the camp store a small closet in the office where boys can get small necessities like toothbrushes toothpaste batteries etc Please refer to the detailed packing list included in the packet or on our website The information below is provided as further explanation Uniforms________________________________________ All campers wear the required uniforms There are a variety of choices for T shirts shorts and sweatshirts On Sundays all boys must wear dress shorts and a short sleeve camp logo T shirt At other times any combination of shirt shorts sweatshirt and or pants is acceptable Our camp outfitter is Maine Camp Outfitters 1 800 560 6090 maine camp com Our password is Timanous Our catalog contains all the required and optional clothing and is available as a digital flipbook on the MCO website all new families receive a copy of the catalog in the camper packet If it is easier clothing can be sent directly to camp and will be waiting in the camper s cabin when he arrives A representative from MCO will be at camp on the third or fourth day each session to help with exchanges or new orders Face Masks______________________________________________ Please pack 10 cloth face masks for your son clearly labeled with his name He will also need a small mesh bag for his facemasks for the laundry service We will also have an extra supply of disposable face masks on hand but as these masks all look the same it will help if each camper has their own mask Creative and unique mask patterns are welcome we simply ask that masks be appropriate for camp Nametags_______________________________________________ WHAT TO BRING We use CampMinder an online system for camper registration and forms There is a link to the system on our website PACKING All camp clothes look the same All items must have clear and permanent name labels You would be amazed at the number of items left at the end of the summer without names We return all labeled items of value but there are always a lot of items which we cannot return either because they were never marked or the labels are not legible Please make sure everything is well labeled Trunk_____________________________________ All campers should have a trunk to store their belongings A trunk approximately 18 x 14 x 32 is ideal Trunks can be the traditional style found in the Maine Camp Outfitters catalog or a plastic Rubbermaid trunk which can be found at Target or Walmart It should be sturdy as they are often used as a chair table and or step stool International campers may rent a plastic trunk from camp If shipping luggage it is best to send it about two weeks before the start of camp directly to Camp Timanous 85 Plains Road Raymond ME 04071 UPS and FedEx deliver daily Please obtain tracking information so you will know when it arrives at camp Trunks shipped to camp will be placed in the cabin next to your son s bunk before his arrival When arriving by car counselors will help move trunks and luggage to your camper s cabin Bedding________________________________________________ Campers provide their own sheets pillows and pillowcases They may bring their own blankets and sleeping bags or either may be rented from camp Campers are required to sleep in beds with sheets They may not sleep in their sleeping bag although an open sleeping bag may be used as a quilt Campers should bring 2 sets of sheets as beds are changed every Sunday Fitted bottom sheets make it easier Mattresses are cot sized so either cot or twin sheets will work twin sheets are just a little loose 5
REQUIRED FORMS Please complete the following forms by May 15 Health History Physician s Exam Camper Information Camper Permission Transportation Additional Options Blankets sleeping bags tutoring Further details about health information forms and arrival details will be coming soon TUITION POLICIES 80 of the application deposit will be refunded if a camper withdraws by March 1st The second payment of 2 000 is due on February 1st with the balance due on April 1st We will send tuition statements in January and March As we did last summer we will offer full refunds for any COVID 19 related withdrawals Since our budget is based entirely on tuitions there are no refunds for early departure after the season begins You may want to purchase tuition reimbursement insurance CampMinder has an offering called Program Protector Visit campminder com faq program protector for more details Money Camp Store ______________________________________ The camp tuition covers all aspects of the program Campers do not need to bring any money to camp but if they do it will be held in the camp office not in their cabin 4 We will not secure 150 for an incidental account as we have in the past but rather invoice families for travel expenses tutoring trips to the doctor not covered by our camper insurance and any major items needed from the camp store a small closet in the office where boys can get small necessities like toothbrushes toothpaste batteries etc Please refer to the detailed packing list included in the packet or on our website The information below is provided as further explanation Uniforms________________________________________ All campers wear the required uniforms There are a variety of choices for T shirts shorts and sweatshirts On Sundays all boys must wear dress shorts and a short sleeve camp logo T shirt At other times any combination of shirt shorts sweatshirt and or pants is acceptable Our camp outfitter is Maine Camp Outfitters 1 800 560 6090 maine camp com Our password is Timanous Our catalog contains all the required and optional clothing and is available as a digital flipbook on the MCO website all new families receive a copy of the catalog in the camper packet If it is easier clothing can be sent directly to camp and will be waiting in the camper s cabin when he arrives A representative from MCO will be at camp on the third or fourth day each session to help with exchanges or new orders Face Masks______________________________________________ Please pack 10 cloth face masks for your son clearly labeled with his name He will also need a small mesh bag for his facemasks for the laundry service We will also have an extra supply of disposable face masks on hand but as these masks all look the same it will help if each camper has their own mask Creative and unique mask patterns are welcome we simply ask that masks be appropriate for camp Nametags_______________________________________________ WHAT TO BRING We use CampMinder an online system for camper registration and forms There is a link to the system on our website PACKING All camp clothes look the same All items must have clear and permanent name labels You would be amazed at the number of items left at the end of the summer without names We return all labeled items of value but there are always a lot of items which we cannot return either because they were never marked or the labels are not legible Please make sure everything is well labeled Trunk_____________________________________ All campers should have a trunk to store their belongings A trunk approximately 18 x 14 x 32 is ideal Trunks can be the traditional style found in the Maine Camp Outfitters catalog or a plastic Rubbermaid trunk which can be found at Target or Walmart It should be sturdy as they are often used as a chair table and or step stool International campers may rent a plastic trunk from camp If shipping luggage it is best to send it about two weeks before the start of camp directly to Camp Timanous 85 Plains Road Raymond ME 04071 UPS and FedEx deliver daily Please obtain tracking information so you will know when it arrives at camp Trunks shipped to camp will be placed in the cabin next to your son s bunk before his arrival When arriving by car counselors will help move trunks and luggage to your camper s cabin Bedding________________________________________________ Campers provide their own sheets pillows and pillowcases They may bring their own blankets and sleeping bags or either may be rented from camp Campers are required to sleep in beds with sheets They may not sleep in their sleeping bag although an open sleeping bag may be used as a quilt Campers should bring 2 sets of sheets as beds are changed every Sunday Fitted bottom sheets make it easier Mattresses are cot sized so either cot or twin sheets will work twin sheets are just a little loose 5
WHAT TO BRING PACKING CONTINUED CONTINUED Towels _________________________________________________ Lacrosse ____________________________________ Raincoat ________________________________________________ Lacrosse is a popular sport at camp and boys of all levels will be able to learn basic skills Campers who want to play at camp and who currently have lacrosse equipment pads helmet etc should bring it Everything except the stick must be stored in an equipment or duffel bag which will be kept in the Lacrosse Shack near the field Campers should bring 4 to 6 small fast drying towels Large thick towels do not dry easily either when hanging on the clothesline or in the dryer Towels which remain damp are unsanitary so we suggest that campers bring enough towels to ensure always having a dry towel Please make sure the towels are well labeled with your son s name A raincoat is a necessity as we spend much of the day outdoors rain or shine Boys are required to wear a raincoat on rainy days Books__________________________________________________ We provide quiet time to read and relax in the cabins so boys have lots of opportunities to read We do have a camp library where the boys can borrow books and we welcome donations of used books Please bring any specific summer reading material You may want to send the books in a plastic container or sealable bag as moisture causes the pages to curl We also receive a daily newspaper Magic Cards _____________________________________________ Many campers bring Magic Cards or similar As there have been concerns that some campers play Magic instead of taking advantage of the unique activities camp offers we limit the availability of the cards by requiring campers store them in the camp office Magic Card times will be scheduled several times a week when campers may retrieve their cards from the office and then return them after the period Please only bring what will fit into a Ziploc sandwich bag Water Bottles ____________________________________________ Special Friends Stuffed Animals ______________________________ It is okay to bring a stuffed animal While not everyone does many boys do bring them Some keep them on their bed while others store them in their trunk Batteries________________________________________________ Instead of sending your son with conventional batteries we ask that he bring rechargeable batteries Most common are nickel metal hydride NiMH There will be a recharging station in the main office and boys will be able to exchange their dead rechargeable batteries for fully charged batteries We will carry AA AAA C and D batteries Crank flashlights that require no batteries are popular but do not provide enough lighting for reading Personal Sports Equipment _________________________________ While Timanous provides ample equipment for sports many campers like to bring their own Personal equipment brought to camp must be used and stored under the same guidelines as camp owned equipment Personal equipment includes but is not limited to a tennis racket baseball glove lacrosse stick fishing pole or soccer shin guards Please label all items Please note that inter camp competitions for sports and all other activities are not planned for 2021 due to COVID 19 We also have excellent and ample equipment for our archery and riflery activities Occasionally boys bring their own bow or 22 rifle These will be locked with the camp s equipment and must be brought to the office upon arrival Please contact us with any questions about equipment not mentioned Please make sure everything including the bag is labeled with the camper s name Lacrosse sticks are the only lacrosse equipment that can be kept in the camper s cabin Camp has a supply of helmets pads gloves and sticks for camper use We try to have an adequate supply of all equipment but cannot promise every size will always be available All boys who wish to play lacrosse with full equipment must bring a mouth guard to camp even if they do not bring their own equipment We continue to offer lacrosse for those campers who just want to toss the ball around or who are just learning the sport Musical Instruments _______________________________________ Boys are welcome to bring their instruments but please remember that our rustic cabins are not ideal for more delicate instruments Many of the campers who do bring their instruments enjoy playing together Waterproof Boots _________________________________________ Our packing list suggests waterproof boots or shoes for very good reasons It can get very wet and muddy and when this happens nothing dries Rubber boots or hiking boots are best for staying comfortable on very wet days while Crocs and water shoes are helpful for general use Laundry Bags ____________________________________________ All campers must have 2 official Timanous laundry bags available from Maine Camp Outfitters These bags should be clearly labeled as this is how each camper s laundry is returned Insect Repellent and Sunscreen_______________________________ Please refer to page 10 for details on both insect repellent and sunscreen If you are sending either with your son we ask that it be in lotion format not spray Crazy Creeks Camp Chairs__________________________________ These are very popular but are in no way required The chair provides support when sitting on the floor or ground The boys enjoy them at cookouts and other gatherings We do not sell them in our camp store but you can purchase them from Maine Camp Outfitters LL Bean Walmart or many other stores They should be the style that sits right on the ground with no legs Simple Board Games Playing Cards ___________________________ Simple board games and playing cards are encouraged but please understand that cabin life is not conducive to games or toys with lots of pieces including Legos WHAT TO BRING Boys should bring at least one water bottle Water bottles are required on all camping trips with 2 being necessary for all hiking trips Please make sure it is clearly labeled 6 PACKING 7
WHAT TO BRING PACKING CONTINUED CONTINUED Towels _________________________________________________ Lacrosse ____________________________________ Raincoat ________________________________________________ Lacrosse is a popular sport at camp and boys of all levels will be able to learn basic skills Campers who want to play at camp and who currently have lacrosse equipment pads helmet etc should bring it Everything except the stick must be stored in an equipment or duffel bag which will be kept in the Lacrosse Shack near the field Campers should bring 4 to 6 small fast drying towels Large thick towels do not dry easily either when hanging on the clothesline or in the dryer Towels which remain damp are unsanitary so we suggest that campers bring enough towels to ensure always having a dry towel Please make sure the towels are well labeled with your son s name A raincoat is a necessity as we spend much of the day outdoors rain or shine Boys are required to wear a raincoat on rainy days Books__________________________________________________ We provide quiet time to read and relax in the cabins so boys have lots of opportunities to read We do have a camp library where the boys can borrow books and we welcome donations of used books Please bring any specific summer reading material You may want to send the books in a plastic container or sealable bag as moisture causes the pages to curl We also receive a daily newspaper Magic Cards _____________________________________________ Many campers bring Magic Cards or similar As there have been concerns that some campers play Magic instead of taking advantage of the unique activities camp offers we limit the availability of the cards by requiring campers store them in the camp office Magic Card times will be scheduled several times a week when campers may retrieve their cards from the office and then return them after the period Please only bring what will fit into a Ziploc sandwich bag Water Bottles ____________________________________________ Special Friends Stuffed Animals ______________________________ It is okay to bring a stuffed animal While not everyone does many boys do bring them Some keep them on their bed while others store them in their trunk Batteries________________________________________________ Instead of sending your son with conventional batteries we ask that he bring rechargeable batteries Most common are nickel metal hydride NiMH There will be a recharging station in the main office and boys will be able to exchange their dead rechargeable batteries for fully charged batteries We will carry AA AAA C and D batteries Crank flashlights that require no batteries are popular but do not provide enough lighting for reading Personal Sports Equipment _________________________________ While Timanous provides ample equipment for sports many campers like to bring their own Personal equipment brought to camp must be used and stored under the same guidelines as camp owned equipment Personal equipment includes but is not limited to a tennis racket baseball glove lacrosse stick fishing pole or soccer shin guards Please label all items Please note that inter camp competitions for sports and all other activities are not planned for 2021 due to COVID 19 We also have excellent and ample equipment for our archery and riflery activities Occasionally boys bring their own bow or 22 rifle These will be locked with the camp s equipment and must be brought to the office upon arrival Please contact us with any questions about equipment not mentioned Please make sure everything including the bag is labeled with the camper s name Lacrosse sticks are the only lacrosse equipment that can be kept in the camper s cabin Camp has a supply of helmets pads gloves and sticks for camper use We try to have an adequate supply of all equipment but cannot promise every size will always be available All boys who wish to play lacrosse with full equipment must bring a mouth guard to camp even if they do not bring their own equipment We continue to offer lacrosse for those campers who just want to toss the ball around or who are just learning the sport Musical Instruments _______________________________________ Boys are welcome to bring their instruments but please remember that our rustic cabins are not ideal for more delicate instruments Many of the campers who do bring their instruments enjoy playing together Waterproof Boots _________________________________________ Our packing list suggests waterproof boots or shoes for very good reasons It can get very wet and muddy and when this happens nothing dries Rubber boots or hiking boots are best for staying comfortable on very wet days while Crocs and water shoes are helpful for general use Laundry Bags ____________________________________________ All campers must have 2 official Timanous laundry bags available from Maine Camp Outfitters These bags should be clearly labeled as this is how each camper s laundry is returned Insect Repellent and Sunscreen_______________________________ Please refer to page 10 for details on both insect repellent and sunscreen If you are sending either with your son we ask that it be in lotion format not spray Crazy Creeks Camp Chairs__________________________________ These are very popular but are in no way required The chair provides support when sitting on the floor or ground The boys enjoy them at cookouts and other gatherings We do not sell them in our camp store but you can purchase them from Maine Camp Outfitters LL Bean Walmart or many other stores They should be the style that sits right on the ground with no legs Simple Board Games Playing Cards ___________________________ Simple board games and playing cards are encouraged but please understand that cabin life is not conducive to games or toys with lots of pieces including Legos WHAT TO BRING Boys should bring at least one water bottle Water bottles are required on all camping trips with 2 being necessary for all hiking trips Please make sure it is clearly labeled 6 PACKING 7
WHAT NOT TO BRING PACKING CONTINUED As we stress a simple life the boys need little that is not on the packing list A few items warrant specific mention Campers are not permitted to possess or use alcohol drugs tobacco vaping and or synthetic smoking devices such as Juuls vehicles weapons except personal archery and rifle equipment as previously noted and any pets or animals Please make sure your campers understand these policies and supervise their packing to prevent such items from being brought to camp Electronics _________________ We do not allow personal electronics smart phones music players handheld games Kindles or e readers etc If brought we will hold these items in the office until the end of camp Food and Candy _____________ Timanous has an excellent reputation for wholesome and plentiful food We do not allow candy or food to be brought into camp either in person or by mail Besides health issues it creates favorable conditions for rodents and ants We ask that parents please respect this and let well meaning grandparents and friends know about this policy Campers open the packages in the office and the contents are inspected by office personnel It can be frustrating for your son when we have to confiscate the contents Campers do get candy at Friday Candy Pocket Knives ____________________________________________ Campers are not allowed to bring knives of any kind HEALTH POLICIES FORMS A key to the success of Timanous over the years has been our vigilance on camper health and safety and this remains true for 2021 You can anticipate details later in the spring regarding our plan for COVID 19 prevention and treatment plans Our resident nurses provide excellent care for your son Medical care is available at the infirmary 24 7 We will make every effort to notify you promptly if a significant medical problem arises This would include an overnight stay in our health center a visit to a doctor or anything other than routine care Please make sure we have your current contact information and emergency numbers up to date in CampMinder Please inform the camp office if you are going to be away from home for an extended period and have different contact information 8 Personal hygiene is stressed through a daily personal inspection This includes clean hands face clothes and teeth Hot showers are regularly scheduled Vigilance about health and safety an active outdoor lifestyle and plenty of wholesome food and rest have made Timanous proud of its fine health record over the years HEALTH POLICIES FORMS CONTINUED Medical Forms ___________________________________________ As we get closer to summer we will most likely be requesting additional forms related to specific COVID 19 policies and procedures in addition to the traditional Health History and Physician s Exam on CampMinder which must be completed prior to arrival at camp The Physician s Exam should be printed and taken to your child s physician The form has a personalized barcode tied to your son s account Many physicians have their own form which may replace the Physician s Exam form provided it includes all the necessary information Please make every effort to have this physical exam within 12 months of the start of camp Please contact us if this presents a hardship due to COVID 19 We recognize physicals may have been harder to come by over the last year Please make sure to provide information on all medications the camper takes a full vaccine history and any allergies or other chronic medical conditions Complete health records will help us provide the best possible care Medications _____________________________________________ We use CampMeds a medication pre packing program to help us dispense routine medications This system helps us meet our commitment to the medical needs of our campers as well as comply with strict regulations for dispensing medication Nurses dispense medications at all meals and at bedtime Please refer to the information included in the camper packet This information is also posted on the forms dashboard of CampMinder Medications are not allowed in cabins Exceptions are for inhalers or epi pens with prior approval and documentation from a physician Health and Accident Insurance _______________________________ Despite every safeguard sickness and accidents may occasionally occur To ensure a standard coverage for all campers we provide a policy that covers every camper and is included in the cost of your son s tuition The policy covers up to 1 000 for each illness and up to 3 500 for any accident treatment while at Timanous Medical expenses covered by this policy include prescriptions x ray and laboratory costs physicians and nurses fees hospital bills and medical supplies ordered by the doctor without any co pay The policy does not cover any costs for preexisting conditions or non medical expenses such as eyeglass replacement or prescriptions dental treatment unless necessitated by injury to sound natural unfilled teeth allergy shots inhalers and previously prescribed medications Although the camp policy covers typical expenses incurred at camp families should have their own insurance policies in the rare case of medical costs exceeding the camp s policy We always instruct medical providers to bill the camp s insurance first 9
WHAT NOT TO BRING PACKING CONTINUED As we stress a simple life the boys need little that is not on the packing list A few items warrant specific mention Campers are not permitted to possess or use alcohol drugs tobacco vaping and or synthetic smoking devices such as Juuls vehicles weapons except personal archery and rifle equipment as previously noted and any pets or animals Please make sure your campers understand these policies and supervise their packing to prevent such items from being brought to camp Electronics _________________ We do not allow personal electronics smart phones music players handheld games Kindles or e readers etc If brought we will hold these items in the office until the end of camp Food and Candy _____________ Timanous has an excellent reputation for wholesome and plentiful food We do not allow candy or food to be brought into camp either in person or by mail Besides health issues it creates favorable conditions for rodents and ants We ask that parents please respect this and let well meaning grandparents and friends know about this policy Campers open the packages in the office and the contents are inspected by office personnel It can be frustrating for your son when we have to confiscate the contents Campers do get candy at Friday Candy Pocket Knives ____________________________________________ Campers are not allowed to bring knives of any kind HEALTH POLICIES FORMS A key to the success of Timanous over the years has been our vigilance on camper health and safety and this remains true for 2021 You can anticipate details later in the spring regarding our plan for COVID 19 prevention and treatment plans Our resident nurses provide excellent care for your son Medical care is available at the infirmary 24 7 We will make every effort to notify you promptly if a significant medical problem arises This would include an overnight stay in our health center a visit to a doctor or anything other than routine care Please make sure we have your current contact information and emergency numbers up to date in CampMinder Please inform the camp office if you are going to be away from home for an extended period and have different contact information 8 Personal hygiene is stressed through a daily personal inspection This includes clean hands face clothes and teeth Hot showers are regularly scheduled Vigilance about health and safety an active outdoor lifestyle and plenty of wholesome food and rest have made Timanous proud of its fine health record over the years HEALTH POLICIES FORMS CONTINUED Medical Forms ___________________________________________ As we get closer to summer we will most likely be requesting additional forms related to specific COVID 19 policies and procedures in addition to the traditional Health History and Physician s Exam on CampMinder which must be completed prior to arrival at camp The Physician s Exam should be printed and taken to your child s physician The form has a personalized barcode tied to your son s account Many physicians have their own form which may replace the Physician s Exam form provided it includes all the necessary information Please make every effort to have this physical exam within 12 months of the start of camp Please contact us if this presents a hardship due to COVID 19 We recognize physicals may have been harder to come by over the last year Please make sure to provide information on all medications the camper takes a full vaccine history and any allergies or other chronic medical conditions Complete health records will help us provide the best possible care Medications _____________________________________________ We use CampMeds a medication pre packing program to help us dispense routine medications This system helps us meet our commitment to the medical needs of our campers as well as comply with strict regulations for dispensing medication Nurses dispense medications at all meals and at bedtime Please refer to the information included in the camper packet This information is also posted on the forms dashboard of CampMinder Medications are not allowed in cabins Exceptions are for inhalers or epi pens with prior approval and documentation from a physician Health and Accident Insurance _______________________________ Despite every safeguard sickness and accidents may occasionally occur To ensure a standard coverage for all campers we provide a policy that covers every camper and is included in the cost of your son s tuition The policy covers up to 1 000 for each illness and up to 3 500 for any accident treatment while at Timanous Medical expenses covered by this policy include prescriptions x ray and laboratory costs physicians and nurses fees hospital bills and medical supplies ordered by the doctor without any co pay The policy does not cover any costs for preexisting conditions or non medical expenses such as eyeglass replacement or prescriptions dental treatment unless necessitated by injury to sound natural unfilled teeth allergy shots inhalers and previously prescribed medications Although the camp policy covers typical expenses incurred at camp families should have their own insurance policies in the rare case of medical costs exceeding the camp s policy We always instruct medical providers to bill the camp s insurance first 9
HEALTH POLICIES Lice Checks _____________________________________________ We perform lice checks at the start of each session If an infestation is found treatment will immediately be provided to allow the camper to participate in all camp activities In past years we ve contracted an outside service to perform lice checks Treatments to remove infestations typically cost around 300 Due to COVID 19 we will not be contracting with a service this year If lice is found and treatment is required costs for treatment supplies may be billed to a camper s incidental account Ticks __________________________________________________ Many of you are familiar with the deer tick population plaguing the East Coast We saw our first deer tick in 2008 and have been aggressively dealing with them since using a multi step procedure We first clear all of the leaves and pine needles from around the buildings and pathways We then use a product called Tick Tubes which kills the ticks carried by mice without hurting the mice Finally the property is treated professionally prior to the campers arrival As added protection we continue to encourage campers and counselors to use insect repellent especially when venturing into the woods and to perform tick checks on a regular basis Experts suggest using repellent with DEET We only sell a natural repellent in the camp store no DEET If you would like your son to use a repellent containing DEET you must send it with him Please don t alarm your son but please let him know if he should find a tick on his body he should let his counselor and or the nurse know Sunblock _______________________________________________ Because the campers spend the majority of their time outside sunblock is important We supply each cabin with SPF 50 sunblock and campers are encouraged to apply it before morning activities and again before afternoon activities If your son requires a specific sunblock type you should send it with him Please consider a lake friendly sunscreen free from parabens and nanoparticles L AUNDRY Laundry is picked up Monday just before lunch and returned at the end of lunch Tuesday All campers and counselors must have their laundry in an official Camp Timanous green laundry bag available from Maine Camp Outfitters The laundry service uses a separate washer and dryer for each laundry bag As the contents of each bag i e whites darks towels synthetic material are washed together it is not possible for the clothes to receive the same level of care as they might at home Some boys chose to pretreat their stained clothing by using a stain removal stick brought from home before putting their laundry in the bag 10 The two most frequent complaints about laundry are articles returned damp and lost items If a camper has damp laundry he should let someone know as soon as possible as we will re dry the damp items In most cases damp laundry is caused by heavy items usually towels which slow down the drying process The laundry service works hard to make sure all items are returned to their rightful owners Occasionally an article of clothing is left in a washing machine or dryer and will then be mixed in with the next wash to be done in that machine More often the mix up occurs in the cabins when boys mistakenly pick up other campers clothing and put it in their bag For this reason we ask the boys to carefully check the name tags before they put away their clean laundry STAYING IN TOUCH Mail ___________________________________________ We encourage family members and friends to write often Envelopes should be addressed to the camper and sent to Camp Timanous 85 Plains Road Raymond ME 04071 The boys must write a letter home on Sundays but can write as often as they want They may get stationary in the office anytime If you are sending them with stationary we suggest sending it in a plastic bag or container as on rainy days the moisture causes paper to curl and envelopes to stick We recommend sending your son with self sealing envelopes and a detailed address list You may even want to review how to properly address a letter to ensure delivery if this is his first time at camp Parents may send one way emails to their sons through CampMinder Parents may create guest accounts for friends and extended family to send camper emails Camper replies or eLetters are available for international campers ONLY due to the lag time in sending letters home Packages _____________________________________ In keeping with our philosophy of living a simple life we will allow packages containing necessities which include necessary items forgotten at home books and magazines We will limit all other packages to one each session All packages are opened by the boys in the office and are inspected by the office staff If a camper receives multiple packages or contraband including all food items items that can create excessive litter e g water balloons and items not appropriate for the cabins e g sparklers some practical jokes knives etc they will be kept in the office Please contact us if you have any questions Blog Photos ____________________________________________ You can follow the events of the summer on the camp blog updated every few days and accessed from our website Photos are also posted every few days and can be viewed on our website We will send reminders and links to the blog and photos during the summer Please note the intention of the blog and photos is to provide a brief candid glimpse into life at camp but not document each camper s experience on a regularly recurring basis 11
HEALTH POLICIES Lice Checks _____________________________________________ We perform lice checks at the start of each session If an infestation is found treatment will immediately be provided to allow the camper to participate in all camp activities In past years we ve contracted an outside service to perform lice checks Treatments to remove infestations typically cost around 300 Due to COVID 19 we will not be contracting with a service this year If lice is found and treatment is required costs for treatment supplies may be billed to a camper s incidental account Ticks __________________________________________________ Many of you are familiar with the deer tick population plaguing the East Coast We saw our first deer tick in 2008 and have been aggressively dealing with them since using a multi step procedure We first clear all of the leaves and pine needles from around the buildings and pathways We then use a product called Tick Tubes which kills the ticks carried by mice without hurting the mice Finally the property is treated professionally prior to the campers arrival As added protection we continue to encourage campers and counselors to use insect repellent especially when venturing into the woods and to perform tick checks on a regular basis Experts suggest using repellent with DEET We only sell a natural repellent in the camp store no DEET If you would like your son to use a repellent containing DEET you must send it with him Please don t alarm your son but please let him know if he should find a tick on his body he should let his counselor and or the nurse know Sunblock _______________________________________________ Because the campers spend the majority of their time outside sunblock is important We supply each cabin with SPF 50 sunblock and campers are encouraged to apply it before morning activities and again before afternoon activities If your son requires a specific sunblock type you should send it with him Please consider a lake friendly sunscreen free from parabens and nanoparticles L AUNDRY Laundry is picked up Monday just before lunch and returned at the end of lunch Tuesday All campers and counselors must have their laundry in an official Camp Timanous green laundry bag available from Maine Camp Outfitters The laundry service uses a separate washer and dryer for each laundry bag As the contents of each bag i e whites darks towels synthetic material are washed together it is not possible for the clothes to receive the same level of care as they might at home Some boys chose to pretreat their stained clothing by using a stain removal stick brought from home before putting their laundry in the bag 10 The two most frequent complaints about laundry are articles returned damp and lost items If a camper has damp laundry he should let someone know as soon as possible as we will re dry the damp items In most cases damp laundry is caused by heavy items usually towels which slow down the drying process The laundry service works hard to make sure all items are returned to their rightful owners Occasionally an article of clothing is left in a washing machine or dryer and will then be mixed in with the next wash to be done in that machine More often the mix up occurs in the cabins when boys mistakenly pick up other campers clothing and put it in their bag For this reason we ask the boys to carefully check the name tags before they put away their clean laundry STAYING IN TOUCH Mail ___________________________________________ We encourage family members and friends to write often Envelopes should be addressed to the camper and sent to Camp Timanous 85 Plains Road Raymond ME 04071 The boys must write a letter home on Sundays but can write as often as they want They may get stationary in the office anytime If you are sending them with stationary we suggest sending it in a plastic bag or container as on rainy days the moisture causes paper to curl and envelopes to stick We recommend sending your son with self sealing envelopes and a detailed address list You may even want to review how to properly address a letter to ensure delivery if this is his first time at camp Parents may send one way emails to their sons through CampMinder Parents may create guest accounts for friends and extended family to send camper emails Camper replies or eLetters are available for international campers ONLY due to the lag time in sending letters home Packages _____________________________________ In keeping with our philosophy of living a simple life we will allow packages containing necessities which include necessary items forgotten at home books and magazines We will limit all other packages to one each session All packages are opened by the boys in the office and are inspected by the office staff If a camper receives multiple packages or contraband including all food items items that can create excessive litter e g water balloons and items not appropriate for the cabins e g sparklers some practical jokes knives etc they will be kept in the office Please contact us if you have any questions Blog Photos ____________________________________________ You can follow the events of the summer on the camp blog updated every few days and accessed from our website Photos are also posted every few days and can be viewed on our website We will send reminders and links to the blog and photos during the summer Please note the intention of the blog and photos is to provide a brief candid glimpse into life at camp but not document each camper s experience on a regularly recurring basis 11
TELEPHONE OTHER INFORMATION The telephone is not available for camper use They may accept calls from parents for emergencies and special occasions Please contact the directors before calling as hearing their parents voices on the phone can be difficult for some boys The best time to reach the boys is during meals as it is the only time we can guarantee they will be near a phone but please remember that your son may be missing his meal to speak with you Meal Times Breakfast 8 00AM 8 30AM Lunch 12 30PM Dinner 6 00PM Monday thru Friday Saturday Sunday Every day Mon Tue Thur Fri Sun Wednesday Saturday dinners are cookouts so boys are not near a phone TUTORING Although Timanous is not a tutoring camp we are able to offer excellent instruction during Quiet Hour after lunch It does not interfere with the camp program and is done by capable counselors usually upper class college students or teachers Tutoring is an extra expense of 35 per hour which will be billed to you at the end of camp accompanied by a brief report from the instructor If you wish your son to be tutored please note this on the Additional Options Form on CampMinder The program and books should be brought to camp along with an outline of material to be covered CATHOLIC MASS We do not expect to be able to bring campers to Catholic Mass at a nearby church this year as we typically do Please reach out if you would like to discuss TIPPING 12 Camp Timanous policy prohibits the tipping of any counselors We encourage parents or campers to instead write a nice note to staff members expressing your appreciation You may also make a donation to our campership fund in honor of the counselors First Name Camp __________________________________ We are a first name camp which means the campers call everyone at camp by their first name including our directors Garth Dave and Linda Green and Gray __________________________________________ Although we do not have a competitive color war all campers and counselors are assigned to either the Gray or Green team If the camper had a relative precede them we attempt to assign the new camper to that team The most popular gray green activity is Capture the Flag or C flag To distinguish the teams for Capture the Flag the campers and counselors must dress in their team s color Although this can be done with the camp uniform some boys bring special attire and or face paint just for these events We discourage boys from modifying any of their uniform items i e ripping sleeves or necklines although some boys bring old outgrown uniforms for that purpose You may want to discuss with your son what you feel is acceptable Sunday Chapel ___________________________________________ Sunday morning the entire camp gathers for our weekly service It is a nondenominational service led by one of the head counselors Links to past chapel talks can be found on our blog and include topics such as making friends trying new things at camp and making the best of your time at camp Sunday Council Fire _______________________________________ Sunday evening the entire camp gathers again for our weekly Council Fire This is a time for reflection on the past week Awards earned during the week are announced In addition counselors publically commend individual campers for improvement special efforts or other acts of kindness Swim Levels _______________________________ A camper s swimming ability is tested upon arrival to determine his appropriate swim level Our placement is based on his current swimming ability and may not match his level from another swim facility Awards _________________________________ Archery riflery sailing and swimming have a progressive system of awards While the first level in each activity is attainable by most campers with some practice the levels become progressively more difficult requiring increased effort and dedication In addition there are two sets of comprehensive awards the Land Honors and Water Honors Each has a series of three awards requiring campers to demonstrate proficiency across several activities As with the other awards the first level is attainable by most campers but requires planning 13
TELEPHONE OTHER INFORMATION The telephone is not available for camper use They may accept calls from parents for emergencies and special occasions Please contact the directors before calling as hearing their parents voices on the phone can be difficult for some boys The best time to reach the boys is during meals as it is the only time we can guarantee they will be near a phone but please remember that your son may be missing his meal to speak with you Meal Times Breakfast 8 00AM 8 30AM Lunch 12 30PM Dinner 6 00PM Monday thru Friday Saturday Sunday Every day Mon Tue Thur Fri Sun Wednesday Saturday dinners are cookouts so boys are not near a phone TUTORING Although Timanous is not a tutoring camp we are able to offer excellent instruction during Quiet Hour after lunch It does not interfere with the camp program and is done by capable counselors usually upper class college students or teachers Tutoring is an extra expense of 35 per hour which will be billed to you at the end of camp accompanied by a brief report from the instructor If you wish your son to be tutored please note this on the Additional Options Form on CampMinder The program and books should be brought to camp along with an outline of material to be covered CATHOLIC MASS We do not expect to be able to bring campers to Catholic Mass at a nearby church this year as we typically do Please reach out if you would like to discuss TIPPING 12 Camp Timanous policy prohibits the tipping of any counselors We encourage parents or campers to instead write a nice note to staff members expressing your appreciation You may also make a donation to our campership fund in honor of the counselors First Name Camp __________________________________ We are a first name camp which means the campers call everyone at camp by their first name including our directors Garth Dave and Linda Green and Gray __________________________________________ Although we do not have a competitive color war all campers and counselors are assigned to either the Gray or Green team If the camper had a relative precede them we attempt to assign the new camper to that team The most popular gray green activity is Capture the Flag or C flag To distinguish the teams for Capture the Flag the campers and counselors must dress in their team s color Although this can be done with the camp uniform some boys bring special attire and or face paint just for these events We discourage boys from modifying any of their uniform items i e ripping sleeves or necklines although some boys bring old outgrown uniforms for that purpose You may want to discuss with your son what you feel is acceptable Sunday Chapel ___________________________________________ Sunday morning the entire camp gathers for our weekly service It is a nondenominational service led by one of the head counselors Links to past chapel talks can be found on our blog and include topics such as making friends trying new things at camp and making the best of your time at camp Sunday Council Fire _______________________________________ Sunday evening the entire camp gathers again for our weekly Council Fire This is a time for reflection on the past week Awards earned during the week are announced In addition counselors publically commend individual campers for improvement special efforts or other acts of kindness Swim Levels _______________________________ A camper s swimming ability is tested upon arrival to determine his appropriate swim level Our placement is based on his current swimming ability and may not match his level from another swim facility Awards _________________________________ Archery riflery sailing and swimming have a progressive system of awards While the first level in each activity is attainable by most campers with some practice the levels become progressively more difficult requiring increased effort and dedication In addition there are two sets of comprehensive awards the Land Honors and Water Honors Each has a series of three awards requiring campers to demonstrate proficiency across several activities As with the other awards the first level is attainable by most campers but requires planning 13
CAMP TIMANOUS BODY MIND SPIRIT 85 Plains Road Raymond ME 04071 207 655 4569 info timanous org timanous org Offseason address 14 PO Box 2886 South Portland ME 04116
