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What do I bring to Camp?
The following is a list of necessary (*) and suggested articles.
There is no need to purchase new clothing for camp. Campers should wear outdoor clothing and durable, comfortable shoes (no sandals). Campers sometimes misplace their belongings, therefore please mark all personal items sent with your child.
- Daypack or totebag to hold items Water bottle Strap for eyeglasses- (strongly advised)
- Swimsuit Rain Gear (poncho) Hat
- Shoes for wading Sunscreen (waterproof)
- Sack Lunch (see below) Bug repellent (for skin)
- Towel Camera (disposable)-label with camper name!
DO NOT BRING: jewelry, watches, non-disposable cameras, cell phones, pagers, radios, personal CD/tape players (walkmans), boom boxes, gameboys, or any other items in this category.
Transportation/Arrival and Departure Times
Campers will be signed on and off the bus, to ensure camper safety. Parents living close to the campsite are permitted to transport their campers directly to camp, but must follow the time schedule permitted to ensure supervision. Campers, who are not picked up in a timely manner, will either remain at or be transported back to the Renaissance Center, with the parents incurring an additional fee. It is understood that emergencies may occur, and in those cases- timely notification is essential for the camp staff to be able to accommodate a parent and child.
| Site | Earliest Drop-off | Depart | Camp Hrs | Arrival/Pickup |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dickson-Renaissance Ctr. | 7:30 am | 8:00 am | 8:30am-4:00pm | 5:00 pm |
| Bellevue-Red Caboose Park | 7:00 am | 7:25 am | 8:30am-4:00pm | 5:30 pm |
| Kingston Springs- Elementary | 7:15 am | 7:45 am | 8:30am-4:00pm | 5:15 pm |
| Campsite-Ruskin Camp | 7:45 am | NA | 8:30am-4:00pm | pickup @ 4pm |
* Dickson and Bellevue buses run every week, the Kingston Springs bus runs only on week 4.
* Note: Buses do not run on Friday afternoons for any campers. Parents must pick up campers at Ruskin Camp.
On Wed. mornings only, Ruskin Camp drop-offs will need to be taken directly to The Renaissance Center.
Lunch
Campers must provide their own sack lunch. We do not provide refrigeration, but lunches are kept in the cave (in coolers) until lunchtime. Lunches should be labeled with the camper’s name. The camp will provide snacks and refreshment drinks daily. Water breaks are additionally encouraged throughout the day at each activity station.
Medications
If your camper is taking medications during the day, please deliver it to a staff member at the bus upon check-in. Send the medication labeled with camper name, medication name, and dosage required. Inhalers and epi-pens may be kept in camper’s possession if permitted by parents, and the camp staff is notified.
Refund Policy
Camp deposits are non-refundable.
100% Full refunds will be given only if cancellation of a session is decided by The Renaissance Center.
Partial refunds will be given for withdrawal prior to the start of the year’s camp season or for withdrawal due to illness with a required written physician’s excuse. An expelled camper will lose all deposits for any unattended weeks, and any refund of tuition for the attended week will be prorated.
No refunds will be given for the overnight stay or the parents’ picnic once the reservations have been made, unless the camper is expelled. No refunds will be given to the camper who registers during the late registration period.
Tax Return Information
Final confirmations for campers contain tax information, and will be e-mailed to those providing email addresses or sent through the postal service for those without Internet. It is the parent’s responsibility to retain this document for tax filing.
Lost & Found
Due to labor and expense, items will not be shipped to campers after camp has ended. Any camper belongings left behind at camp, will taken to the Renaissance Center to be reclaimed. When the camp season ends, all remaining items will be donated to a local charity. Camp Renaissance is not responsible for lost, damaged, or stolen items.
Attendance at Awards Ceremony
Campers must attend on Friday to receive any awards for which they have qualified. Awards for activities will not be held, transported or mailed from the camp.
Contact Numbers during camp sessions:
Camp Site Office 615-763-0985 (Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri)
Registration Office 615-740-5533 (Mon-Fri) If no answer, call Front Desk.
Renaissance Center 615-740-5572 (Mon-Fri) Front Desk