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Summer 2020 FAQ

Will camp start as scheduled on June 29?
(A) Right now, unless we are told differently by our state/local government, we are planning to start camp on June 29.

Will camp hours be different this summer?
(A) No, camp will still run as scheduled from 9am-4pm.

If camp does not start on June 29th, can I register my camper for other camp weeks?
(A) Yes! You can pick whatever works for you and we will apply your payment to those weeks.

Can I change the weeks from my initial registration?
(A) Yes! Changes can be made right in your CampMinder account.

What if I am not comfortable sending my child to camp at this time. Can I get a refund?
(A) Yes! We are happy to refund your account OR you can leave your payments already made in your account to apply towards your 2021 registration.

What if camp does not open at all this summer? Will I get a refund?
(A) Yes! Refunds will be granted or you will be offered an incentive to leave your payments already made in your account to apply towards your 2021 registration.

How can you assure that other campers and staff aren’t sick upon arrival at camp?
(A) All campers and staff will be prescreened before coming to camp with questions that have been recommended by the CDC. In addition, before entering the camp program, all camp staff and campers will be required to have their temperature taken.

Will the format of camp look different from previous summers?
(A) While this summer may look different from previous summers with adherence to social distancing guidelines, our programming with continue to provide memories that will last a lifetime.

Will my camper have to wear a mask this summer to camp?
(A) Right now the CDC is not recommending that campers wear masks at camp. Staff will have masks and gloves in their bags to use if necessary.

Will extra measures be taken to ensure the overall cleanliness of the camp? (ie. extra sanitizing and disinfecting)
(A) Yes! In addition to the thorough cleaning that the JCC already does, we will use all cleaning protocols that the CDC requires and recommends.

Can I bring my own food into camp?
(A) The JCC Rockland campus is a nut free, kosher facility and we do not allow campers to bring food from home. We are working closely with our camp caterer to ensure that our camp lunch continues to be delivered adhering to the strict guidelines required.

How will the camp program adhere to social distancing?
(A) Campers will “travel” with their group and enjoy their daily activities. Large gatherings will be prohibited, program activities will be limited to individual groups and lunch will be served picnic style to avoid congestion in the lunch tent.

How will camp handle the sharing of supplies?
(A) In any “hands on” activities, if the CDC recommends, campers will be provided gloves that will be worn and disposed of after each activity. In those activities where equipment is shared, all equipment will be cleaned after each group and campers will need to wash their hands immediately following the activity. This is only if the CDC allows these types of activities (to be determined).

Will my camper still be able to swim this summer?
(A) According to the CDC, campers should still be able to swim this summer. However, we will adhere to social distancing recommendations and will have less campers in the pool at one time.

What will be the camper to counselor ratio?
(A) The CDC recommends that group sizes remain small with no more than 10 campers per group.

What is the protocol should a camper or staff member come down with Covid-19?
(A) If a camper or staff member becomes sick, we will follow all guidelines as required and recommended by the CDC. In addition, as of today, if this should happen the CDC recommends that the facility close for 48 hours.

June 29 – Aug 21

(no camp July 3)

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I want to say that Roman and Lena will be returning to JCC Camp. It was a wonderful experience.

- Nancy Geister

Jillian has a fabulous experience this summer! She had a wonderful time with all the children and a made a great group of new friends who are still in touch and have dinners together. So awesome!

- Susan Klomberg

Thank you for an amazing summer! You and the rest of the leadership team make the work environment amazing to work in, and I cannot thank you enough for the experience..

- Faith Blackington (staff)

I just wanted to send a quick note to thank you and the rest of the JCC Rockland Staff for a wonderful summer! Jillian had a fantastic time at camp and came home with a smile each day! It was wonderful for us to see our daughter thrive in such a loving and supportive camp environment. She is already talking about next summer ️. I am certain that there is a lot of planning that takes place to ensure camp runs smoothly, and I wanted to let you know that it shows. Your staff is certainly “all in”, and we are so appreciative! Happy to speak with any prospective families considering camp for next year!

- Rebecca Lew

Thanks for a fabulous summer!

- Joy Sharff

Thank you for such a great camp experience! Lord willing I will be bringing all three kids to you guys next year which will be easier on me physically and as long as my kids are happy I am happy.

- Mitali Sachdev

My three grandchildren, Sadie, Charlie and Reid attended week 7. Just wanted to drop you a note to say thanks for taking such good care of them. They had a great week and enjoyed the JCC camp experience. I anticipated the possibility of some difficulties because they were coming in to a situation where routines and friends had been established, but they were welcomed and slipped right in with the program. Your camp is well organized and staff appeared to be plentiful, well chosen and trained. Great job!!

- Stan Weinstein

I want to thank you, Jenna and everyone who worked with Sarah for making her summer sooooo spectacular!! We are so greatful to all of you! Sarah has soared this summer! Thank you!

- Nicole Hartung

I want to say that Roman and Lena will be returning to JCC Camp. It was a wonderful experience.

- Becky Goldenthal

I just wanted to drop you a note to say what a wonderful summer Michael had being a CIT this year.  He enjoyed it very much, and seemed to meet many nice people.  Also I wanted to let you know how impressed he was with you- He came home telling me how nice you were and how he wanted me to meet you since you were such a great boss!   Thanks again for a great year!

- Noreen Walsh