The directors of Kimball Camp do not wish to impose their personal beliefs about language, dress, or any other sensitive topic upon campers or any other program participant. It is for parents and guardians to direct their own children in these areas, as they see best. However, the camp does have a responsibility to maintain a camp environment that is comfortable, safe, and enjoyable for all participants, and for that reason, some boundaries are necessary. By completing this form and sending your child to Kimball Camp, you agree that meeting these expectations will be required of your child during their stay at camp, even if they differ from the expectations placed on your child at home or in other settings.
Language and Sensitive Topics:
Foul language is not permitted at Kimball Camp, nor is crude speech regarding sensitive topics, as determined by camp staff or a camp director. Whether or not a word or topic is appropriate for camp may be subjective, and campers may sincerely disagree with a staff person's decision. Your child is allowed to disagree and may even respectfuly explain their disagreement, but the camp staff person has final say during your camper's stay at camp as to what language and topics are permitted or not permitted. Disregarding the staff person's decision may be cause for a camper to be sent home, and all refund policies will be upheld even if the parent disagrees with the decision of a director to require an early departure from camp. We must balance the experience of your camper with the importance of providing a camp environment that is enjoyable for other campers from a variety of backgrounds.
Respectful, age-appropriate conversation about controversial or sensitive topics is allowed at Kimball Camp, as determined by camp staff or a camp director. Such topics could include losing a loved one, experiencing mental or emotional struggles, difficulties at school, or conflicts with parents, siblings or peers, etc. It is important that children and youth are able to process their life experiences with their peers, provided that this is done in a respectful, constructive manner, and that those who wish not to have a part in it may choose not to.
Dress Code:
Shirts and shoes must be worn at all times except during waterfront and other water-based activities. One-piece swimsuits are not required; however, bikinis and thongs are not permitted.
Closed-toed athletic shoes are recommended in all areas of camp, and required for participation in high ropes and the climbing tower.
For Gym and Cheer Camp, leotards or another type of tight-fitting athletic clothing is required for safety reasons. Loose t-shirts can become caught on equipment. Exposed midriffs are not permitted due to the risk of being scratched during a routine. Close-fitting athletic shorts are permitted and can be worn over leotards or in combination with a close-fitting top. Snug athletic shoes are required.
For Horse Camp, close-fitting clothing and sturdy boots are required for safety reasons.