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| What is Camp Olympia? |
Camp Olympia is a six or 12-day camping session specially designed for adults with physical disabilities and high personal care needs. We utilize our natural surroundings to provide a positive atmosphere conducive to learning, inclusion, cooperation, and fun!
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| What is the structure of Camp Olympia? |
Campers are assigned to cabins before their arrival based on the information provided by their parents/caregivers on applications. Our staff to camper ratio is primarily but not inclusively one to one.
Our staff complete an intensive one-week training session before the camping season begins. During the training, staff are certified in basic first aid, CPR, and are trained in personal care skills along with specific personal and group dynamics training. Before Olympia campers arrive, all staff complete a one-day in-service specifically designed for Camp Olympia.
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| How do we keep camp a safe environment for campers? |
ADA Compliant Facilities - All trails throughout camp are paved and completely wheelchair accessible. All buildings are at ground level or utilize ramps for entrance, as well as wide doorways for easy access.
Nursing - Camp Little Giant employs several nurses. There is at least one nurse on the site 24 hours a day.
Trained Staff - Our staff are trained to spot and intervene when early signs of fatigue, heat exhaustion, or other medical dilemmas present themselves.
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| So, what do we do at Camp? |
Camp Activities - Our camp activities include swimming, arts and crafts, music, boating, horseback riding and much more! All activities are specially adapted to meet the needs of each camper.
Have Fun! - Our camp days are full and evenings are bursting. Each evening the entire camp participates in dances, hayrides, talent shows, campfires and more!
Hang Out - For many of our Olympia Campers, this is the only time of the year they have the opportunity to relax, enjoy nature, and visit with old friends.
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| What is Camp Shawnee? |
Camp Shawnee is a six or 12-day camping session specially designed for children with physical or cognitive disabilities. We utilize our natural surroundings to provide a positive atmosphere conducive to learning, inclusion, cooperation, and fun!
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| What is the structure of Camp Shawnee? |
Our staff to camper ration is usually 1:3 and never exceeds 1:4. One on one is available as needed and requested.
Our staff complete an intensive one-week training session before the camping season begins. During this training, staff are certified in basic first aid, CPR, and are trained in personal care skills along with specific personal and group dynamics training. Before Shawnee campers arrive, all staff complete a one-day in-service specifically designed for Camp Shawnee. |
| How do we keep camp a safe environment for campers? |
ADA Compliant Facilities - All trails throughout camp are paved and completely wheelchair accessible. All buildings are at ground level or utilize ramps for entrance, as well as wide doorways for easy access.
Nursing - Camp Little Giant employs several nurses. There is at least one nurse on the site 24 hours a day.
Trained Staff - Our staff are trained to spot and intervene when early signs of fatigue, heat exhaustion, or other medical dilemmas present themselves.
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| So, what do we do at Camp? |
Camp Activities - Our camp activates include swimming, arts and crafts, music, boating, horseback riding and much more! All activities are specially adapted to meet the needs of each camper.
Have Fun! - Our camp days are full and evenings are bursting. Each evening the entire camp participates in dances, hayrides, talent shows, campfires and more!
Hang Out - For many of our Olympia Campers, this is the only time of the year they have the opportunity to relax, enjoy nature, and visit with old friends.
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| What is Camp Traditions? |
Camp Traditions is a six or 12-day camping session specially designed for adults with cognitive disabilities. We utilize our natural surroundings to provide a positive atmosphere conducive to learning, inclusion, cooperation, and fun!
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| What is the structure of Camp Traditions? |
Campers are assigned to cabins before their arrival based on the information provided by their parents/caregivers on applications.
Our staff to camper ratio is usually 1:3 and never exceeds 1:4. One on one is available as needed and requested.
Our staff complete an intensive one-week training session before the camping season begins. During this training, staff are certified in basic first aid, CPR, and are trained in personal care skills along with specific personal and group dynamics training. Before Tradition campers arrive, all staff complete a one-day in-service specially designed for Camp Shawnee.
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| How do we keep camp a safe environment for campers? |
ADA Compliant Facilities - All trails throughout camp are paved and completely wheelchair accessible. All buildings are at ground level or utilize ramps for entrance, as well as wide doorways for easy access.
Nursing - Camp Little Giant employs several nurses. There is at least one nurse on the site 24 hours a day.
Trained Staff - Our staff are trained to spot and intervene when early signs of fatigue, heat exhaustion, or other medical dilemmas present themselves.
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| So, what do we do at Camp? |
Camp Activities - Our camp activities include swimming, arts and crafts, music, boating, horseback riding and much more! All activities are specially adapted to meet the needs of each camper.
Have Fun! - Our camp days are full and evenings are bursting. Each evening the entire camp participates in dances, hayrides, talent shows, campfires and more!
Hang Out - For many of our Olympia Campers, this is the only time of the year that they have the opportunity to relax, enjoy nature, and visit with old friends.
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| What is Dyna Camp? |
Dyna Camp is a six-day camping session specially designed for children with ADD, ADHD, or other Behavioral concerns. We utilize our natural surroundings to provide a positive atmosphere conducive to learning, inclusion, cooperation, and fun!
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| What is the Structure of Dyna Camp? |
Campers are assigned to cabins before their arrival based on information provided by their parents/caregivers on application.Our staff to camper ration is usually 1:3 and never exceeds 1:4. One on one is available as needed and requested.
Our staff complete an intensive one-week training session before the camping season begins. During this training, staff is certified in basic first aid, CPR, and is trained in personal care skills along with specific personal and group dynamics training. Before Tradition campers arrive, all staff complete a one-day in-service specifically designed for Camp Shawnee.
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| How do we prevent aberrant behavior? |
Placement - Based on the information provided by parents and/or caregivers, we place children in cabins with campers who are similar to them in age and common interests.
Rules - The entire camp (staff AND campers) is expected to follow Camp Rules. These may include following directions, respecting others, and asking for help when needed.
Trained Staff - Our staff are trained to spot and stop early signs of conflict such as name-calling, cliques, bullying, pranks, or acts of retaliation.
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| Okay, so what if the behaviors sneak in anyway? |
Positive Reinforcement - Staff is trained to differentially reinforce appropriate behavior. This alone will increase the amount of appropriate behaviors and, in turn, decrease inappropriate behaviors.
Negative Reinforcement - Procedures such as Time-Out (removal of child from reinforcing activity and Response Cost (removal of bonus reinforces) are utilized throughout the summer.
WE DO NOT USE PUNISHMENT PROCEDURES.
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