General/Registration Information 2012

Leadership

Marly Spence will lead our summer staff and direct the summer camp program. Marly grew up at camps around the country and has held numerous leadership roles at Camp Hanover during the past six years. She brings a wealth of experience, a delightful spirit, and a dedication to the power of this ministry which will guide her in careful selection of college aged or older persons to serve as our summer staff. The staff will demonstrate a zest for life, a desire to grow in and share their Christian faith, and a joy in working with children and youth to create a Christ-centered community. Through intentional training and supervision, the staff will work closely with each camper, seeking to achieve the stated goals of the camp.

Camp Challenges

Camp programs are adventurous and may involve risk. By carefully training qualified staff, providing close supervision, strictly adhering to established safety procedures and American Camp Association (ACA) standards, and being ever alert to potential dangers, Camp Hanover aims to minimize risks while leaving the challenge in our program.

Camp Expectations of Campers

Participants must be willing to constructively and cooperatively work with staff and group members to build community and face the challenges of rustic outdoor living. Campers give up some personal freedoms so that the entire group can succeed. Group “opportunities to serve” are part of each camper’s day. Campers, if physically able, are expected to be present and involved in all group activities.

All Are Welcome

Camp Hanover welcomes persons of every race, color, sex, religion, handicap and nationality.

Accreditation

Camp Hanover remains fully accredited by the American Camp Association.

Insurance

Camp Hanover provides limited primary accident coverage. Illness insurance is the responsibility of the parent/guardian.

Camperships

Limited campership funds are available for anyone who might need financial assistance. We will help find a way to make camp finanically possible for every child who wishes to attend. Please contact the camp office for more information.

Health Examination

Each camper must have a health examination by a person licensed to give physical exams within 24 months of arrival at camp.

Applications

Camp sessions may fill rapidly. Applications are being accepted now online, in person or by mail, and will be processed in the order received. When a session is filled, campers’ names may be placed on a waiting list (registration fee will be held until a space opens, or returned if no space becomes available). Please register early!

Online Registration

You may register online. If you choose his method, you will be required to submit payment in full when you register. This is the only means we have for accepting credit card payments, and it is a sure way to reserve your spot without the worry of mail delays.

Free T-Shirt or Water Bottle

This year, every camper will be offered a free Camp Hanover t-shirt or water bottle (depending on availability). Register your camper on or before April 30, 2012, and we guarantee he or she will receive a t-shirt with our 2012 design! Be sure to include your camper’s t-shirt size on the application. We will have these and other items for sale on check-in and pick-up days.

Registration Fees

The total camp fee or the following portion of that fee must accompany the application:

$75 for 2- or 3-day camps
$100 for 1-week camps
$150 for 2-week camps

Discounts

Presbytery of the James discount: $30.00 per camper (for all active members of POJ churches).
Family discount: $60 for each additional camper registering from the same family (good for one session only).

Balance of Fees

Outstanding balances are due as follows: for campers attending June 17- July 14, payment in full is due on or before June 1; for campers attending July 16-August 22, payment in full is due on or before July 1. AN OVERDUE BALANCE MAY RESULT IN YOUR CAMPER’S SPACE BEING OFFERED TO A PERSON ON OUR WAITING LIST.

Confirmation

Upon receipt of your application and registration fee, we will send (via mail or email) important confirmation information. Please read this information carefully and review it with your camper.

Cancellations and Refunds

Full refunds (minus a $75 administrative fee) will be made only if written cancellation is received in the Camp Office at least 30 days prior to the first day of your scheduled camp. Full payment is still due if cancellation is made within the 30-day period. Once your particular camp has begun, no refunds will be made.