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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
- Is this Camp accredited?
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Our camps for children and youth and our Leader-in-Training programmes are all fully accredited by the
Ontario Camping Association (OCA).
Water quality is checked regularly, both for drinking and swimming.
- What's included in the summer camp fees?
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- cabin accommodation with bunks
- transportation to/from Ottawa
- hearty meals, with lots of fresh fruit and vegetables
- equipment for all out trips
- program supplies
- qualified first aid staff
- maximum 60 campers per session
- What about meals and snacks?
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Campers take meals in the dining hall.
Breaks and an evening snack are also provided.
Given advance notice and instructions, we may be able to accommodate
special diets: diabetic, allergy, vegetarian, etc.
- What if my child needs medications?
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Give us detailed explanations of any regular medications on the Health Form.
All prescription and non-prescription medications are kept locked in the camp Health Centre and are
administered by the Health Care Staff on duty.
Exceptions are made for asthmatics
and individuals at risk of anaphylaxis who must carry medications.
- Do you accept people who are not affiliated with CGIT or non-church goers?
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Yes. Our mission is to invite everyone to experience God's love. All people are respected for
their beliefs. Campers will be expected to join in all group activities, which include singing
grace before meals, hearing and discussing the Bible, singing songs about God and Jesus and hearing prayers.
- Can we get financial assistance with camp fees?
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We hope that financial hardship will not be a barrier to any child who would benefit from a
Christian camping experience at Kalalla. Partial camperships may be available for you
through your local church, or call the camp registrar.
- How does my camper get to/from camp?
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Transportation is provided to camp from Ottawa by school bus. Details will be in your
registration confirmation package.
- Is this camp co-ed?
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No. We are an all girls camp.
- Are you a day or residential camp?
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We are a residential (overnight) camp. Please see Fees and Registration for further info.
- Does your camp give accreditations for any of your activies?
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We will be offering the Red Cross Swim Kids program to all campers and campers will receive a certificate.
It will teach more than swimming skills - helping girls to reach their personal best.
Red Cross Swim Kids is ideal for swimmers of all levels, even those who have little or no previous experience.
- How long has your camp been running?
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63 years in 2012. We've been offering girls' camps since 1930, and since 1949 on our current site.
- What is the ratio of campers to staff?
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On average there are 2 counsellors to each unit, each unit has 8 to 10 girls, we strive for a 4 to 1 ratio.
- Is there an opportunity for parents to view the camp?
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Yes, we have an Open House in May 2012.
Send us email at camp@kalalla.com for Open House information
- Do we have an Early Bird deadline for registration?
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No, we are not offering an Early Bird discount this year.
- What if my question is not answered here?
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For more information please email your question to us at camp@kalalla.com.
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