General Information |
| Q: | What are the themes this year? |
| A: | We are still determining our theme for the 2025 season. Our wonderful drama room will have plenty of options for your camper, but they are welcome to bring their own items; please no weapons including plastic. Campers are also encouraged to dress for Tie-dye Tuesday and Wacky Wednesday alongside Summer Staff!
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| Q: | What kind of activities will my child participate in? |
| A: | [in progress]
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| Q: | What's the typical schedule for campers? |
| A: | [in progress]
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| Q: | Do you offer any financial assistance? |
| A: | Yes! If you are interested in applying for a scholarship, please fill out an application HERE. Please note that the scholarship application will close on July 1, 2025.
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| Q: | If I need to cancel my session, will I get a refund? |
| A: | If you cancel before the noted cancellation date on your registration, you will receive a refund minus the non-refundable camp fee of $30.
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| Q: | Why do I need to pay for a WFU membership? |
| A: | [in progress]
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| Q: | Can my camper call home if they are homesick? |
| A: | Typically, we try to engage homesick campers in activities to lift their spirits. However, if needed, a child can call home with the assistance of a counselor and the camp managers.
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| Q: | Does WFU Kamp Kenwood hold any accreditation? |
| A: | WFU Kamp Kenwood is an American Camps Association (ACA) Accredited camp.
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| Q: | Can my camper bring technology? |
| A: | Campers may bring cameras and kindles without Wi-Fi access. Cell phones, handheld gaming systems, etc., are not permitted and will be held by summer staff until the end of the camp session.
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| Q: | Are there any donations that camp needs that I can consider? |
| A: | We are always happy to take donations of garden produce for our camp sessions. Please let camp managers know if you plan to bring produce so we can plan accordingly.
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| Q: | Does WFU offer transportation to camp? |
| A: | WFU does not offer transportation, but parents can coordinate carpools through provided information during the registration process.
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| Q: | Can parents communicate with campers? |
| A: | [in progress]
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| Q: | Can I request cabin mates? |
| A: | Yes! When registering, list the full names of desired bunkmates. Please avoid nicknames (e.g., Katherine Smith instead of Katie Smith). Campers are assigned to Male or Female labeled cabins.
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| Q: | Does my camper need money on them while at camp? |
| A: | Yes, we recommend bringing a $1 bill for membership in the Camp Co-op Store
Your camper can also bring money for Co-op Store snack breaks if they wish. Please bring small bills ($5 & $1 bills).
$15 is a good amount to send if your child will only buy snacks, and $30 if they will buy snacks AND a shirt. Note: We will try to have camp t-shirts for sale at check-in and encourage families to buy them at that time, so they count toward your camper’s co-op member dividend. Campers can also buy shirts when camp is in session
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| Q: | Who is Bruce, and why a penguin? |
| A: | Bruce is our Kamp Kenwood mascot! He's a large plastic penguin in Kamp Kenwood attire. Bruce assists the Governing Board in choosing the cleanest cabin daily, and the winning cabin gets to host Bruce until the next day. Because, really, why not a penguin?!
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Inclusion |
| Q: | Are you able to accommodate campers with disabilities? |
| A: | We may not be able to accommodate certain disabilities. We aim to create the best environment and encourage you to share relevant information on the Health Form during registration. Feel free to talk to Grace Clardy before your child's program to address any concerns or are unsure.
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| Q: | Do you offer gender-inclusive bathrooms? |
| A: | Yes! Each cabin has gender-neutral bathrooms.
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| Q: | Do you offer gender-inclusive cabins? |
| A: | Unfortunately, gender-inclusive cabins are not available, but campers can choose the gendered cabin they are most comfortable with.
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| Q: | Do you respect pronouns? |
| A: | Camp staff will respect camper-chosen pronouns. Pronouns can be indicated on bunk tags for visibility.
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| Q: | Don't you expect to lose registrations because some parents are not comfortable with inclusion? |
| A: | Maybe, but we hope that inclusion will bring more campers because it is a safe space where everyone regardless of gender identity, racial identity, economic status, etc. are always welcome. Families with concerns about this should know that campers assigned to their traditionally gendered cabins will most likely not be affected by this policy at all. Being more inclusive and conscientious will make us a stronger and more compassionate community and we have faith that people will respond to our inclusiveness. This is something we have been diligent about for years, whether families are aware of it or not.
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Camp Session |
| Q: | What boards can my camper run for during their stay? |
| A: | Sustainability Board, Governing Board, and Co-op Store Board:
The Sustainability Board will take responsibility for being proactive advocates for sustainability by teaching and making other campers aware of sustainable actions and holding them accountable for practicing those actions while at camp. The Governing Board works together to decide which of the cabins are the cleanest by taking into consideration energy efficiency, safety hazards, and general cleanliness. They also award Bruce! The Co-op Store Board assists in running our Co-op Store by working as a clerk, assisting in closing meetings, and general duties to run the store. All boards are started and ran as an actual co-op.
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| Q: | What clothes/gear does my child need? |
| A: | Packing List:
Clothing:
Please pack comfortable, casual, & appropriate summer clothing:
T-shirts/modest tanks
Shorts/lightweight pants
Warm layers (jeans/sweatshirt/fleece) for chilly mornings/evenings
Rain jacket
Pajamas
Closed-toe, athletic-type shoes for active games with running, jumping, etc.
And/or sport sandals with backstrap (i.e. Chacos, Keens, Tevas, etc.)
Slip-ons/flip-flops for beach and shower NOTE: flip-flops for daily wear at camp are discouraged, as the terrain is uneven.
Extra socks - in case we get rainy days!
(Senior Campers Only) Dress clothes for Banquet Night (nice pants/skirts/dresses)
Swimsuit
Sleeping Gear:
Mattresses are nylon-covered and slippery against most sleeping bags. We recommend:
Twin-sized fitted sheet even if a sleeping bag is used. This offers comfort on warm nights when the sleeping bag can be used just to cover up.
Sleeping bag (or sheets/blanket)
Pillow with Pillowcase Personal Items
Reusable water bottle with name label
Sunscreen & bug repellant (lotions, wipes or pump sprays preferred - avoid aerosols)
Towel(s) – smaller, lightweight beach towels dry more quickly between uses than a large, plush bath towels
Hygiene items (body wash, toothbrush, hair brush, deodorant, etc. We have a limited amount of trial-sized personal items available, if campers forget something they need.
Optional:
Disposable Camera (label with camper name)
Preferred reading & writing materials for quiet time
Coin purse/wallet labeled with camper’s name (campers are expected to keep/manage their $$$)
$1 bill for membership in the Camp Co-op Store
Money for Co-op Store snack breaks. Please bring small bills ($5 & $1 bills).
$15 is a good amount to send if your child will only buy snacks, and $30 if they will buy snacks AND a shirt. Note: We will try to have camp t-shirts for sale at check-in and encourage families to buy them at that time, so they count toward your camper’s co-op member dividend. Campers can also buy shirts when camp is in session
To bring to check in:
Remember: All camp medical info and fees must be complete and/or paid in your child’s online account on CampDoc.com prior to camp! If you registered early, please be sure to update if any conditions or medications have changed since registration.
Please be ready to present at check-in upon arrival at camp:
Prescription & over-the-counter meds IN ORIGINAL CONTAINERS (given to Medic for secure storage).
Medic has over-the-counter meds for minor ailments, so no need to send Tylenol/Advil, etc. – but ALL meds must be checked in. There is an exception for inhalers & epi-pens, which may be carried by a camper. Please discuss with Camp Medic on arrival.
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| Q: | Will my camper(s) be swimming or taking part in water activities? |
| A: | Yes! Although we may not always be able to swim due to the levels of Blue-Green Algae in Lake Wissota, which is monitored through the County Health Department and WI DNR, we try to do as many water activities as possible. Swimming, canoeing, kayaking, water balloons, and "Drip, Drip, Drop" are all water activities your camper may experience during their stay.
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| Q: | What happens if my child becomes ill or is injured? |
| A: | Minor treatment is provided by the camp medic. A consulting physician is available for emergencies. If your child becomes acutely ill, we will keep them in the Infirmary no more than 24 hours, and any child with a contagious illness will be sent home. If you suspect that your child has been exposed to a contagious illness (such as chicken pox or head lice) before coming to camp, or has had a fever within the 24 hours before camp arrival, please call camp to discuss rescheduling your camp session.
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Medical/ Medicine |
| Q: | How do you accommodate children with food allergies? |
| A: | We are a peanut and nut-free environment. Note dietary needs during registration. If your camper has an extensive list of food allergies/dietary restrictions please contact Grace Clardy to discuss accommodations.
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| Q: | Will I be informed of any medical intervention that my child may experience? |
| A: | Yes, for tick/leech bites, serious injuries/illnesses, or extensive measures. Any instance of your camper needing to see the camp medic, including minor incidents such as a bandage or splinter, will be documented in their Health Profile.
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| Q: | Are campers required to turn in medications? |
| A: | Campers must turn in all routine or as-needed prescription medications.
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| Q: | What if my camper wants to keep the EpiPen, inhaler, insulin, or other prescription medication to self-administer? |
| A: | All medications will be collected by default. EpiPen, inhalers, and insulin may be kept with the camper if requested.
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| Q: | What are some examples of "medical, emotional, behavioral, and physical conditions"? |
| A: | Examples include ADHD, ADD, asthma, ODD, autism/Asperger's, diabetes, seizures, anxiety/depression, etc. (not all-inclusive).
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