CAMP FAQs

General FAQs

  • All are welcome at CSC! As an Episcopal institution, we believe that God loves us all, and so we strive to be a community where all are welcome. In alignment of these values, we are committed to the inclusion of all people regardless of race, ethnicity, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity or expression, or sexual orientation.

  • We are an Episcopal institution, and a ministry of the Episcopal Church in South Carolina. You do not have to be an Episcopalian to attend our camps, but we ask that you are open and willing to participate in a collaborative chaplain and youth-led worship.

  • CSC is our summer camp program at St. Christopher Camp and Conference Center. Located on Seabrook Island just south of Charleston, our center spans 314 beautiful acres at the mouth of the North Edisto River, making it the perfect spot to spend a few days or a whole week at camp! Each summer we host nearly 1,000 campers of all ages. Our physical address is 2810 Seabrook Island Road, Johns Island, SC 29455.

  • CSC is accredited by the American Camping Association (ACA), a nationwide accrediting organization for all types and designs of organized camps. ACA standards focus on health, safety, and risk management practices. To find out more information about the ACA accreditation process, please use this link. 

  • CSC currently does not provide transportation to and from our center. If you are having trouble with dropping off or picking up your camper(s) for their camp session, we may be able to assist in connecting you with other families or households to coordinate a carpooling option. This all depends on availability, signed permission slips and agreements, and constant communication with our Director of Summer Camp. The safety of your camper(s) is our top priority.

     

  • Once the current summer season wraps up in early August, our team takes a break for rest, debriefing, and planning. We begin to brainstorm the following season’s schedule by implementing feedback and reviewing the surrounding school district’s academic calendars. We announce our upcoming season’s dates, and registration information in the fall through our website, Facebook, Instagram, and via mailed postcards. Dates of registration will vary based on the season’s needs. Please make sure that you are following us on our social media platforms and checking our website throughout the fall.

  • We are proud of our outstanding counselors and CITs at Camp Saint Christopher. Each camp season has a team that is fun, friendly, and loving. All seasonal and year-round staff go through an extensive application process that includes an initial application, various interviews, and reference checks and background checks. Before they arrive at Camp Saint Christopher, all staff complete a sexual abuse prevention training (Safeguarding God’s Children) and completion of their CPR and First Aid certifications. Some of our counselors and CITs have additional training and certifications such as sailing, kayaking, rock wall belaying, and archery. 

    At the start of the summer, all of the counselors attend a two week-long training that addresses common camper issues (from homesickness to behavior management), emergency situations, and what to expect from campers of different ages. Staff have a chance to practice techniques (as well as games/music/activities) before campers arrive. CITs complete the same required certifications and training in a shortened time frame, as much of the training is hands-on during their camp sessions.

    All training is infused with fun and activities. Role play activities help us practice giving clear expectations and directions, being specific in praise and affirmations and using a clear and loving tone when redirection is needed. These skills are essential to life in the community as staff as well as to building relationships with campers.

    We continue our training throughout the summer. Our year-round team works with staff to enhance their abilities and skills in working with campers beyond the first day of camp, creating a dynamic learning environment that uses ongoing assessment and feedback to help our staff be their best and lead by example.

  • CSC and The Episcopal Church in South Carolina will protect you and your camper’s privacy in accordance with the required signed waivers that each parent and guardian signs for their camper(s). We will never share any personal information with the public, and or post anything on our website, or social media platforms about you or your camper(‘s) personal information. This includes but is not limited to us tagging anyone in photos, or posting a photo of your camper with their name tag.

  • CSC and The Episcopal Church in South Carolina will protect our counselors and counselors-in-training (CITs)  privacy in accordance with the required signed waivers that each team member signs. We will never share any personal information with the public, and or post anything on our website, or social media platforms about your personal information. This includes but is not limited to us tagging you in photos, posting a photo of you with a name tag or in a bathing suit etc. As an Episcopal institution, we believe that God loves us all, and so we strive to be a community where all are welcome. In alignment of these values, we are committed to the inclusion of all people regardless of race, ethnicity, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity or expression, or sexual orientation. Therefore, we would never share any of your personal information with the public. One exception to this policy would be our annual summer team announcement on our Instagram account, but nothing will be posted without your permission and approval.

     

  • In the case of a weather related emergency, we will first follow our emergency and safety protocols to ensure the safety of our campers and staff. We will find safety and shelter in place or move to Susanna’s House as our primary meeting place. We will not call parents for weather events that are considered normal for the Lowcountry. For example, we would not call parents and guardians for a severe thunderstorm.

    In the case of an emergency where your camper(s) would need to be picked up, we will communicate via email and phone calls to coordinate pick up either from our center, or a designated pick up location.

Health & Wellness

  • The health and safety of our camper(s) and staff are of the utmost importance to us. We place special emphasis on medical care and attention through our resident summer camp nurse. Our nurse treats all camper(s) and dispenses all required medications and is available to deal with illnesses and emergencies during the entirety of the session. All campers are required to visit the nurse’s table at check-in. 

    We currently do not have any masking mandates or COVID-19 vaccination requirements, although the original vaccination and booster shots are recommended. In an effort to maintain a healthy camp environment, we encourage campers to take a COVID home test prior to check in on opening day. As a diocesan institution, we will follow and uphold any policies set forth by the Episcopal Diocese South Carolina. Any changes to our policies will be communicated via email promptly.

  • Our Summer Camp Nurse or Director of Summer Camp will contact parents and guardians in the case that their camper(s) become ill or obtain an injury. 

    All visits to the Health Center and Summer Camp Nurse are recorded in accordance with the ACA standards. 

    Here are a few examples of when we would and would not contact parents and guardians. This list is representative, but not exhaustive.

    We will not call parents and guardians for minor scrapes, lacerations, splinters, stomach aches, headaches, or bug bites etc. 

    We will contact parents and guardians for any allergic reactions, stitches, possible concussions, broken bones, any severe or persistent symptoms causing the camper(s) to be in pain or discomfort etc.

  • Missing home and each other is normal, and it even happens among the staff and camp directors! Here are some tried and true tips for helping you and your camper(s) deal with missing home and each other and preparing them for fully investing in the camp experience!

    If you know of any specific personal or family-related issues that may come up while your camper is at camp, please don’t keep it to yourself.

    Specific concerns can be noted on the registration or health forms online or emailed to the Director of Summer Camp. In all cases, the information you share will be kept confidential and shared with only the appropriate staff parties. It is extremely helpful for us to be aware of potential stressors or anxieties campers may bring to camp so we can prepare appropriately. In this way we can meet the camper where they are and help them have the best time possible at camp.

    It’s important to talk with your camper before leaving for camp to discuss any worries they may have about being away from home.

    Younger campers’ concerns are often related to missing home, though homesickness is not unusual for campers of any age. Our counselors and CITS foster a nurturing environment which will help alleviate any homesick tendencies, and homesickness is a topic of particular concern that we focus on during staff training sessions.

    How YOU talk with your camper about their time away from home has the biggest impact on their outlook on their camp experience.

    Please strive to be positive, upbeat, and keep the focus on your camper and the welcoming, accepting, and exciting time they can expect to have at camp. Acknowledging you will miss them helps them know you care, but please pair it with positive, solutions-based comments such as “We can’t wait to hear from you when you write us letters!” or “We know you’ll have a great time and that makes us happy!”

    Please NEVER promise to pick up your camper or let them call home if they are not having a good time.

    This creates a barrier to your camper fully investing in the camp experience and all it has to offer.

  • Our professional kitchen team serves delicious, well-balanced meals that are kid-friendly and healthy. For breakfast there is always a hot item option along with cereals, fruit, milk, and juice. For lunch and dinner, a main entree is served along with vegetables and fruit. A dessert option is also offered at the end of dinner. While our counselors and staff members encourage campers to try new foods (and to always eat their veggies!), we do have the option for sunflower seed butter and jelly sandwiches if there are no exceptional camper allergies within the session.

    With notice, we can accommodate Gluten Free, Dairy Free and Vegetarian/Vegan needs.

    If your camper has a specific food allergy or other dietary need, please be as specific as possible when indicating that on their camp health history and registration. We also suggest that you reach out to us and ask for our chef, who will be glad to speak with you about accommodating your camper’s needs. We will ensure that our entire staff is aware of your camper’s dietary needs.

  • Our Summer Camp Nurse is here to assist your camper(s) with any medical attention that they need while at camp. In the rare event in which additional treatment is required, a local physician, EMS, and hospital emergency room facilities are easily accessible.  If your camper(s) need medical attention off-site such as a trip to the emergency room, one of our leadership team members will be in contact with you as soon as possible and communicate any and all details to provide the best care for your camper(s). Getting your camper(s) to safety is the most important step in this process, and we will keep you informed along the way.  

  • If your camper(s) take any over the counter (examples include allergy medicine and melatonin) or prescription medication they must be listed on the Physician’s Release & Parental Consent Form and brought in their original packaging.  We have very specific policies on medication administration and will not be able to give your camper any medication that is not listed on their form or in their original package(s). If additional medications have been prescribed to your camper, and they are not listed on the signed form, they will not be able to be given to your camper(s). Parents and Guardians will have to call and have their Physician give our Nurse written permission to administer the medication. The Summer Camp Nurse and Director of Summer Camp will be available during registration for any specific questions, but these policies will apply in all cases for the safety of our campers.

  • All medications, prescriptions & over-the-counter, require a physician’s order/authorization.

    • Prescription medications must be in the original container with a pharmacy label attached. Only send the number of tablets your child will need. DO NOT SEND FULL BOTTLES.

    • Over-the-counter medications must be in the original containers and labeled with the camper’s name.

    • Each medication container must include only the medication included on the label.

    • The first dose of a medication that a camper has not taken before should be given at home so the camper can be monitored closely for hypersensitivity and side effects.

    • Medications not in original containers or packages WILL NOT be given.

    • Medications will only be administered according to the label directions.

    • Prescription medications being sent with your camper should be listed on the Physician’s Release & Parental Consent form.

    • We do not administer medications for Family Camps. Parents and Guardians should be prepared to administer medications while visiting St. Christopher.

  • We understand that lice is not a measure of cleanliness or character!

    During check-in, each camper will be screened for lice. This will take place in a semi-private area as to not embarrass the campers.

    What if my camper(s) have lice?

    • We are unable to allow campers with lice to remain at camp. This does not mean that your camper will be unable to attend camp!

    • We do not have the ability to treat lice at camp. However, there are local resources that specialize in lice treatment (please keep in mind that the family of the camper is solely responsible for the cost of treatment.

    • Once the camper(s) is treated and ready to return to camp, they will need to submit proof of treatment and will be re-checked upon arrival to ensure eradication.

Camper Experience

  • The best way to prepare your camper(s) for camp is to include them in conversations and planning leading up to their arrival at camp. Have your camper(s) help with writing a shopping list, or packing their bag for camp. The more you include them into the process, the more prepared you both will feel sending them to camp. Go over the camp policies with them, share the process of registration, pack letter writing materials, talk about homesickness etc. we are here to support you and your camper(s) in any way we can. You know your camper(s) better than anyone else, and we want your camper(s) to have the best experience possible. Please reach out if you have any questions.

  • A Community that Honors God’s Image in Others

    We believe that all persons are created in God’s image and deeply loved just as they are.

    Plenty of Running, Hiking, Exploring, and Time Outdoors

    We value the Earth and all life upon it. We strive to share a spirituality of creation care and love for God’s kingdom as much as possible throughout your camper’s experience.

    Christian Worship in the Episcopal Tradition

    We are a ministry of the Episcopal Diocese of South Carolina. We welcome all campers, whether they are Episcopalian or another denomination or faith tradition, to participate with us in our collaborative chaplain and youth-led worship.

    A Sore Stomach from Laughing So Hard!

    We love to laugh, play games, have talent shows, dress silly, sing, and dance!

    Delicious Food and Snacks Served Communally

    All meals are shared together, and served family style. We are a nut-free campus to be as inclusive as possible to our friends with allergies. We can accommodate Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, and Vegetarian/Vegan needs at every meal and snack time. Please let us know prior to the beginning of camp so we can provide for those needs!

    A Chance to Learn More About Yourself and the World at Large

    We strive to welcome everyone at our center and actively seek diverse campers and staff. We welcome all as children of God, and hope that you and your camper will as well.

    Awesome, Heart-Filling, Unconditional Acceptance, and Love

    As an Episcopal institution, we believe that God loves us all, and so we strive to be a community where all are welcome. In alignment with these values, we are committed to the inclusion of all people regardless of race, ethnicity, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity or expression, or sexual orientation. Therefore, we create a community of love, belonging, and acceptance through our program.

    Safe Risk-Taking (Emotionally, Physically, & Spiritually)

    We train and empower our staff to create a safe space for campers to try new activities, eat new foods, make new friends, and learn new aspects about themselves and their world. We believe that in vulnerability lies the strength to grow.

    Plenty of “Unplugged” Time Away in Shared Community

    We encourage connection with others at camp and acknowledge the importance of being “unplugged ” to create a community in Christ. We encourage all campers to leave their phones at home and engage with others without the distraction of technology.

    A Desire to Return Next Year!

    We aspire to inspire our campers to return to St. Christopher and hope that they will one day consider serving in a leadership role in future summers.

  • Although no day at summer camp ever quite looks and feels the same, we do have a consistent schedule that guides our community through worship and daily activities. We begin our day with a delicious breakfast, then we head to the chapel for morning worship.  Your camper(s) will spend a portion of each day participating in free choice activities led by our counselors and CITs. These activities typically are in the morning and are designed for each age group’s interests. We prepare all the activities ahead of time, but we give our young people a voice and choice in the offerings we provide each session. We refuel our bodies and minds with lunch and a siesta. Our afternoon portion of the day focuses more on skill development such as sailing, kayaking, team-building challenge course, outdoor living skills, arts and crafts, and theater. After dinner, we move into our evening activities which often include all camp activities such as talent shows, capture the flag, water games, outdoor movie nights, dance parties etc. before ending our day with compline.

  • Our dress code is intended to support equitable access and should not reinforce gender stereotypes. The dress code and its enforcement should not reinforce or increase marginalization or oppression of any group based on race, gender, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, household income, gender identity or cultural observance. 

    This dress code is intended to address recent and escalating controversy and conversation both at CSC and across the nation about overreaching and detrimental dress codes for some youth and adolescents. 

    Our values are: 

    • All people should be able to dress comfortably at camp without fear of or actual unnecessary discipline or body shaming. 

    • All people should understand that ​they are responsible for ​managing their own personal “distractions” without regulating individuals’ clothing/self-expression. 

    • Staff can focus on teaching without the additional and often uncomfortable burden of dress code enforcement. 

    • People should not face unnecessary barriers to camp attendance. 

    • Reasons for conflict and inconsistent discipline should be minimized whenever possible 

    Goals of dress code:

    Camp dress code should accomplish several goals: 

    • Maintain a safe environment where protective or supportive clothing is needed during games and outdoor activities. 

    • Allow people to wear clothing of their choice that is comfortable. 

    • Allow people to wear clothing that expresses their self-identified gender. 

    • Allow people to wear religious attire without fear of discipline or discrimination. 

    • Prevent people from wearing clothing with offensive images or language, including profanity, hate speech, and pornography.

    • Prevent people from wearing clothing with images or language depicting or advocating violence or the use of alcohol or drugs.

    • Ensure that all people are treated equitably regardless of gender/gender identification, sexual orientation, race, ethnicity, body type/size, religion, and personal style.

    The primary responsibility for a staff member or camper’s attire resides with the individual and their guardians. The camp is responsible for seeing that camper’s attire does not interfere with the health or safety of any camper, or their uninhibited participation, and that camper attire does not contribute to a hostile or intimidating atmosphere for any camper or staff. 

    Campers and staff should be given the most choice possible in how they dress for camp. Keeping in mind: while campers and staff will have the opportunity to “dress up” for certain events (e.g. dances, talent shows) the majority of the daily schedule is outdoors and very active. Therefore, the clothing packed for camp should be suitable for running, jumping, crouching, and bending in a sunny, hot, and windy environment according to the following: 

    Basic Principle: Certain body parts must be covered for all people at all times. 

    Clothes must be worn in a way such that genitals, buttocks, and nipples are covered with opaque material while running, jumping, playing, bending, swimming, etc.. All items listed in the “must wear” and “may wear” categories below must meet this basic principle. 

     Campers Must Wear, ​while following the basic principle of the paragraphs above: 

    • Shirt: with fabric in the front, back, and on the sides under the arms. 

    • Bottom: shorts/pants/sweatpants/skirt/dress/leggings. 

    • Shoes: closed-toe, closed heel shoes are required for safety during running/playing activities 

    Campers May Wear, ​as long as these items do not violate the above policies: 

    • Hats, including religious headwear 

    • Fitted pants, including leggings, yoga pants and “skinny jeans” 

    • Midriff baring shirts 

    • Ripped jeans, as long as underwear is not exposed 

    • Tank tops, including spaghetti straps, and halter tops 

    • Athletic attire 

    Campers Cannot Wear: 

    • Violent language or images. 

    • Images or language depicting drugs or alcohol (or any illegal item or activity) or the use of the same. 

    • Hate speech, profanity, pornography. 

    • Images or language that creates a hostile or intimidating environment based on any protected class. 

    • Visible underwear. 

  • Our facilities are cared for year-round by our facilities and guest service teams in addition to our seasonal summer team members each summer. Camper(s) and our summer team members are  assigned to one of our 17 beachfront cabins. Each cabin is equipped with air conditioning, shower(s), bathroom(s), space for camper(s) to store their luggage under and near their bunk beds. Camper(s) will minimally need to pack a pillow, along with a sheet and a blanket or a sleeping bag. The cabin is where your camper(s) will sleep at night, get ready for activities during the day, and a place to rest. Our cabins vary in the number of bunk bed spaces available for our campers. 6-8 campers per cabin is our average.

  • Camper(s) and our summer team members are  assigned to one of our 17 beachfront cabins. Each cabin is equipped with air conditioning, shower(s), bathroom(s), space for camper(s) to store their luggage under and near their bunk beds. Camper(s) will minimally need to pack a pillow, along with a sheet and a blanket or a sleeping bag. The cabin is where your camper(s) will sleep at night, get ready for activities during the day, and a place to rest. Our cabins vary in the number of bunk bed spaces available for our campers, 6-8 campers per cabin is our average.

  • We factor in your camper(s) personal information including age, grade level, gender, and cabin mate requests. We assign male campers in male cabins and females in female cabins. We assign our counselors and CITs in the same manner. 

    Family camps are assigned by households, and each household has the option to choose the best style of lodging by means of a cabin or a lodge room.

    Typically one family or household (with 4 or more members) will be assigned per side of the cabin. We will not assign more than one family or household in a cabin, unless requested.

    We encourage families and households to consider sharing a cabin. For example, if one parent or guardian is bringing one or two younger campers, we may book another family or household with similar make ups such as gender and age groups.All requests will be reviewed like cabin mate requests, and we will work diligently to honor these requests to the best of our ability.

    Cabin assignments are made using grades, ages, and cabin mate requests. Making new friends while at camp is one of the learning experiences associated with Christian community living. Our policy is: only ONE cabin mate request can be made, both campers should request each other, both campers must be within one grade of each other AND registered for the same program.

    These requests are honored whenever possible, but are not guaranteed.

    Assignments are made by the Director in the best interest of the entire group. We avoid putting large groups of friends together as cabin mates.

  • Families and Households may stay in touch with their camper(s) through handwritten letters. We strongly encourage you to write these ahead of time and drop them off at registration after taking your camper(s) to their cabin. This ensures that your camper will receive them in a timely manner throughout the week. Mailing letters and postcards from home is also acceptable, but sometimes letters arrive after the campers have left their session. Please understand that campers are not allowed to receive any packages. We will hold on to these and hand them to parents and guardians on closing days. Please use the following format when address letters to your camper(s):

    Camper Name

    Session #

    St. Christopher Summer Camp

    2810 Seabrook Island Road

    Seabrook Island, SC 29455

    Emailed letters will not be accepted, as we are actively out with your campers and away from our computers. We would not want a camper to miss out on any correspondence as we are already working diligently to respond to other emails during the busy camp season.

  • We are sorry but friends and family members are not allowed to visit any campers while at camp. You are welcome to explore the center on the last day of camp, once your camper(s) have been checked out.

  • We recommend the following items to give your camper everything that they will need while away at camp. Campers will not be able to do laundry during a camp session except in case of an emergency.

    Please label everything that you can with your camper’s first and last names. We suggest using a suitcase, duffel bag, plastic under the bed box, or a trunk. Please keep in mind there is limited storage space in the cabins and bags are often stored under bunk beds.

    • A Backpack or Drawstring bag is not required but strongly recommended. We are always on the move and it helps campers keep track of their water bottles, sunscreen, bug spray, hats and sunglasses!

    • A swimsuit (modest and active in nature to support the very active waterfront options that we offer)

    • Fitted and/or Flat Twin Sheets

    • Pillow and Pillowcase

    • Sleeping Bag and/or Blanket

    • Large Bath Towel(s) Ideally one they can use for showers inside the cabin and another they can use to dry off from waterfront activities.

    • Wash Cloth and/or Shower Scrubby if desired

    • Toiletries (Toothbrush, Tooth Paste, Shampoo/Conditioner, Body Soap or Wash, Deodorant etc.)

    • Extra Contacts or Glasses if needed

    • Sunscreen and Bug Spray (Camper’s name must be written on packages/bottles)

    • Reusable Water Bottles (1 is great, 2 is even better!)

    • Sunglasses, Hats, Bandanas

    • Sturdy Shoes (Sneakers, Boots, Sandals with Strap around the Heel etc. Please note that Flip Flops will not be allowed outside of the cabins, but can be used as shower shoes)

    • Outfits for warm, active days and enough for the number of days in the camp session plus 1 or 2 more

    • For our Rising 9th-12th Grade session, we ask that campers pack an outfit that is dressy but not formal, yet effortless but not too casual. Our last night together will include a more elevated special camp experience. It will still be fairly hot during the evening so ultimately something that you already have, and that is naturally light and airy. Examples of this include but are not limited to: Midi to Maxi Dresses, Rompers,  Skirts, Shorts, or Pants, Polo Shirts, Blouses, sandals, loafers etc. We will have a dance as part of this evening, so keep that in mind when selecting our outfit.

    • Warm Clothing (Hoodie, Jacket, Pants etc. for air conditioned cabins and indoor spaces)

    • Outfit for the Mud Pit

    • Rain Layer or Protection such as Jacket or Poncho

    • Lots of socks and underwear

    • PJs

    • Flashlight & Batteries

    Optional List:

    • Bible, Book of Common Prayer

    • Stuffed Animals

    • Shower Shoes (Flip Flops etc.)

    • Paper, Pen, Envelopes, Stamps for Letter Writing

    • Non-Smart Phone Camera

    • Quiet Activities for Rest Time

    • Books

    • Hammock

    • Age-Appropriate Board Games

  • Before packing, sit down with your camper and talk with them about what you all are doing and why. This can mean the difference between a meltdown over a lost toothbrush and no socks (even though they really are there) and a more positive camping experience.

    Here’s a short list of ideas to keep in mind!

    1. Sort clothes by outfit for younger kids and by type of clothing for older kids, bag and label them if needed.

    2. Pack toiletries separately so they’re easily transportable to the bathroom.

    3. Pack bedding last so it’s on top or separately in a clean trash bag.

    4. Hide notes or a surprise for them to find later (no candy or food please).

    Potential things to talk about:

    1. Go over the packing list and ask them what they might not need.

    2. Discuss why some things are appropriate for camp and why some aren’t 

    3. Discuss non-clothing items they want to bring (and if they don’t mention them, why they should): stuffed animals, picture of family, journal, or paper to write letters home, etc.)

    4. Are there things they want to add to the packing list?

    What to pack everything in:

    For our summer camps, we recommend duffle bags, trunks, or large plastic bins that fit under bunk beds. The terrain at camp can break wheeled luggage. Trunks with sturdy wheels usually fare okay.

    Packing sleeping bags and bedding in a trash bag can also be helpful as it keeps it clean until use. Make sure to include a replacement bag in case the original gets thrown out!

    We are an “unplugged” environment. Please help us to create an environment where new friendships can blossom, and each camper has a unique and special outdoor experience. Do not bring portable music players, video games, computers, iPads, tablets, electronics and cell phones to camp. Furthermore, cell phones and apple watches especially interrupt camp in a variety of ways; namely our ability to enhance your camper’s confidence and independence. 

    If any of the items listed are discovered, the camp staff will collect the items and return them at the end of the session.

    We appreciate that most families and households will honor our request and support our reasoning for not allowing cell phones at camp. We also recognize that some may feel that hiding a cell phone in camper luggage is OK. Keep in mind that by doing this, you are teaching your campers that it is OK to break the rules as well as creating a level of distrust between the camper and counselor or CIT. If a camper is unable to come to camp without a cell phone, then you or your camper(s) may not be ready for the camp experience. 

    What NOT to Pack

    • Electronic Devices (mobile phones, smart phones, smart watches that require a phone, tablets, laptops, gaming devices etc.)

    • Any item that may be considered a weapon (knives including swiss army knives) Including other items such as firearms, lighters, fireworks, matches etc.

    • Food (snacks, candy, gum, drinks, etc.) We will provide plenty of meals and snacks throughout the session that also meet your camper’s dietary needs.

    • Tobacco Products 

    • Alcohol & Controlled Substances 

    • Pets or other animals 

    • Valuable or Fragile Items

    • Inappropriate Clothing

    Please help us ensure that the above listed items are NOT brought to camp by reviewing what your camper has packed before departing for camp. Please understand that if any of these items are found at camp, they will be confiscated immediately, and if necessary, your child may be sent home.

Registration

  • Yes, we do allow camper(s) to submit one cabin mate request. This is optional and can be made by logging in to your online account and submitting the “Cabin Mate Request” form found under the “Forms” section.

    Cabin assignments are made using grades, ages, and cabin mate requests. Making new friends while at camp is one of the learning experiences associated with Christian community living. Our policy is: only ONE cabin mate request can be made, both campers should request each other, both campers must be within one grade of each other AND registered for the same program.

    These requests are honored whenever possible, but are not guaranteed.

    Assignments are made by the Director in the best interest of the entire group. We avoid putting large groups of friends together as cabin mates.

    After May 15, 2026 NO CHANGES will be accepted, and this including when campers are dropped of on Opening Day.

  • The summer camp session fees are all-inclusive. They cover living expenses, activities, activity instruction, supplies and equipment, in-house health care, camp tshirts, St. Christopher medals, and all snacks and meals.

  • We do not require you to pay in full at the time of registration. All balances are due on May 15, 2026, and registrations will be canceled if they are not paid by the deadline. There are campers on the waitlist, eager to attend camp, so please make sure that you are staying on top of deadlines to avoid additional fees or cancellation.

  • Limited scholarship help is available from our scholarship fund. We can provide up to one-third of the cost for those with a verifiable need. We ask that the family or household asks their home church/organization to provide a third of the cost, and the camper’s family to provide the remaining third. In conclusion, we do not want the cost of camp to determine one’s ability to attend, so please do not hesitate to reach out or ask for more if needed.

    If you are applying for a scholarship, please make sure that the Scholarship Form  is completed at the time of registration. A camper must be accepted to a session before scholarship assistance can be requested. These requests will be reviewed monthly leading up to our deadline and will be communicated to each family or household.

  • We do require a deposit per camper at the time of registration. All deposits are non-refundable.

    $100.00 per camper is required for all children and youth camps, and $50.00 per member of your family or household is required for family camps.

    No deposit is required at the time of registration for any camper(s) who are on our waitlist.

    We accept Mastercard, VISA & Discover cards for online deposit payments. Full balances are due on May 15, 2026 and can be completed online with a card.

  • Please expect a $3.00 Administrative Fee and a 3% Credit Card Processing Fee to be add to your final total.

    Early Registration is being offered for any camper(s) whose family or household members are in regular attendance and are a part of an Episcopal Parish, Episcopal School, or a church affiliated with ACNA (Anglican Church in North America). 

    Any families and households who register during this timeframe that do not qualify for our early registration will have their registration canceled and a $50 administrative fee will be applied to that household’s account.

    All camper(s) registration fees must be paid by May 15, 2026. If there is a balance on May 15, 2026 we will not be issuing any late fees, and your camper(s) registrations will be canceled to allow other campers to sign up from the waitlists.

  • The following guidelines apply to cancellations and refunds:

    • Notice of cancellation must be received by Camp Saint Christopher in writing via an email to mcutshall@stchristopher or ksullivan@stchristopher.org.

    • Cancellation prior to May 15, 2026: Camp will issue a refund in the amount paid minus the non-refundable deposit.

    • If full payment is not paid by May 15, 2026: Camp will cancel your registration and offer the spot to the next available person on the waitlist.  Camp will issue a refund in the amount paid minus the non-refundable deposit.

    • Cancellations after May 15, 2026: Camp will charge the full tuition and it is non-refundable unless we can fill the spot from the waitlist.

    • Cancellations due to medical reasons after May 15, 2026: Camp will issue a 50% refund. Medical reasons will need to be supported by appropriate documentation where a medical doctor has deemed that your camper is not able to attend because of an illness/injury.

    • If a sibling withdraws, any payments made toward that camper may be applied to another camper within that household. 

    • If a camper withdraws voluntarily or is sent home because of unacceptable behavior, no refund of any type will be granted. It is the parents’ responsibility to cover any additional travel expenses.

    • All fees paid will be forfeited if the camper does not check in on the opening day of their camp session.

  • Our preferred method of communication from registration through the start of summer camp sessions is via email.

    Please add:

    mcutshall@stchristopher.org

    ksullivan@stchristopher.org

    to your email address book to ensure that our communications regarding your camper and his/her registration do not go to your spam or junk mail folder.

    It is your responsibility to prepare all paperwork and fees for your camper(s) prior to the May 15th, 2026 at 5:00 pm deadline.

  • If the online registration forms are successfully completed and the registration fee is paid, the camper has been accepted into the session that was selected. An auto email will be generated and sent at the time of registration, no other statement of account emails will be sent.

    If camper is place on one of our waitlists, the camper will be notified for which session(s) your camper(s) has been waitlisted. Once our May 15, 2026 at 5:00 pm deadline rolls around, we notify families and households at this time for any openings in our sessions by the following Friday. Campers are accepted from the waitlist in the order of application.