2014 TERMS OF AGREEMENT
Introduction: It is important that all campers, parents or legal guardians and staff members have a full understanding of, and be in agreement with, the overall JRC philosophy, ideas, goals, and policies. The JRC program is a positive and constructive outdoor, active, group living experience. Campers are expected to participate enthusiastically in camp activities.
Application Procedure: When we receive your application and deposit, we will confirm your registration. Applications are accepted until all space is filled. After that, we include applications on a numerical waiting list. Names cannot be placed on a waiting list until we receive both the application and required deposit. If we cannot confirm your registration, we will refund the entire deposit. When we confirm your registration, you will receive a packet of forms and information, including a Health History and Examination form. These forms contain important information associated with the camp experience, so please read and complete the forms carefully. All forms must be completed and signed by participant and parent/s, as appropriate. Final acceptance to the camp session is contingent on our receipt and review of all forms.
Campers and parents understand and agree:
1. To abide by the rules and regulations set by Jameson Ranch Camp for the health, safety and welfare for all who are here.
2. Jameson Ranch Camp is a drug-free community. This includes, but is not limited to, tobacco, or use of smokeless tobacco, alcoholic beverages, marijuana, illegal substances, hallucinogens of any kind, or any other non-prescription drug. Drug paraphernalia, or drug equipment of any kind, is not allowed on, or off, camp property. The camp nurse will dispense all prescription drugs.
3. JRC is not responsible for a camper's lost, stolen or damaged personal belongings. Bring no high-value items to camp. Campers and their parents will be held responsible for damage to, or loss of, JRC property or equipment.
4. JRC reserves the right to dismiss any camper from the program that presents a safety concern or medical risk, is disruptive, or conducts his- or herself in a manner detrimental to the camp community. If a camper is dismissed or departs from camp early for any reason, no refunds will be granted. Campers and/or parents are responsible for all costs of early departure whether for medical reasons, dismissal, personal emergencies or otherwise.
5. A health certificate, to be filled out by a physician, must be submitted prior to a camper's stay at camp. It is expressly understood by the parents or guardian of the camper that your child is in a condition of health and soundness of body that warrants his/her participation in our camping program as outlined in the Jameson Ranch literature. JRC does not discriminate in admission policies on the basis of race, color, gender, religion, national or ethnic origin. JRC is not, however, a treatment center and the Jameson staff is not trained to deal with campers who have severe mental, physical and emotional difficulties. We do reserve the right to refuse admission to our program, in appropriate cases.
6. Parent and campers communicate by mail, sent out and received from the Glennville Post Office. Phone calls between parents and campers are not permitted.
7. Campers shall exhibit positive behavior at while attending Jameson Ranch Camp. Every child has the right to a fun and safe experience while at camp.
8. Overtly sexual behaviors are inappropriate in a camp setting.
