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Camp Safety

Equipment & Activity Safety

• Ensuring safety is our top priority in every activity.
• All programs are overseen by skilled and experienced staff.
• Our team is well-trained in safety protocols, including First Aid.
• We provide and enforce the use of essential safety gear like helmets and life jackets.
• Campers receive clear safety instructions and demonstrations before participating in activities.
• All activities are tailored to the age and skill level of the participants.

Personal Safety

• Staff are carefully vetted with background checks and reference verification.
• Trained in child protection policies, staff create a safe, nurturing environment.
• Campers are supervised with a 1:6 staff-to-camper ratio.

Waterfront Safety

• Lifeguard-supervised waterfront with shallow and deep sections.
• Campers must pass a swim test to access deep water without a life jacket.

Emergency Procedures

• Staff are trained in emergency protocols (severe weather, fire, medical).
• 24/7 First Aid availability and direct access to emergency responders.

Behaviour Management

• Group leaders are trained in behaviour management and anti-bullying.
• Issues are addressed by discussing behavior and finding solutions with the camper.
• If behavior persists, parents/guardians are contacted to discuss options.

What to pack / What not to pack

What to pack

• Enough clothes for a week: shorts, t-shrits, long pants and long-sleeved shirts.
• Pajamas, underwear and extra socks
• Warm jacket or sweatshirt, hat and raincoat/poncho
• Swimsuit and beach towel
• T-shirt for swimming (recommended)
• Bedding (blanket/sleeping bag, pillow, sheet).
• Flashlight and mosquito/tick repellent.
• Personal hygiene products (toothbrush/paste, shampoo and shower gel), shower towel.
• Medicines prescribed by a doctor (upon registration, you must inform the medical worker about this and give them to continue treatment in the camp).
• Water bottle
• Elegant clothes for the banquet

What not to pack

• Food that is not identified as peanut/nut safe, including homemade goods, loose or bagged candy from bulk food stores; or anything that says “may contain”.
• Over-the-counter medication (these are supplied in the Health Centre).
• Gaming devices, iPods or mp3 players, radios, CD players, etc;
• Cell phone, smart watch or other valuables. Note that we are not responsible for any lost/stolen items;
• Weapons, including pocket knives;
• Lighters, tobacco products;
• Vapes/e-cigarettes;
• Illegal substances. Note that if brought to camp, will be confiscated, reported and disposed of, not returned.

Health and Medication

Medical Care

• We rely on volunteer medical staff to respond to emergencies, distribute medications and provide basic first aid care for campers and staff.
• All medications must be submitted to the Health Centre staff in their original packaging during camper check-in.
• Parents/guardians will be consulted at check-in to decide if a camper’s EpiPen or inhaler should remain with the camper and be kept in the cabin leader’s room or nurse’s station.
• Cabin leaders receive a list of camper medications along with the scheduled times for administration.
• Throughout the camp week, campers will visit the Health Centre with their cabin leaders to receive their medications at designated times.

Parents/guardians will be contacted when:

• A camper sustains significant bumps, bruises, or cuts that could result in scarring, especially on the face
• There is an unusual occurrence (e.g., seizure or accident)
• A camper is exposed to a contagious disease, bug, or parasite
• A camper is sent off-site for professional medical treatment
• Any other concerning medical issues arise that staff deem necessary to communicate with parents

Medications

• Please bring any medications for your camper separately from their luggage.
• During check-in, you can submit medications to the medical staff.
• EXCEPTION: EpiPens and inhalers may be kept with the camper if preferred; please discuss this with the Health Centre staff.
• Common non-prescription medications can be dispensed as needed.

Check-in / Pick-up

Arrival Details

• Check-in is at 4:00 PM every Sunday.
• Campers arriving before 3:30 PM will need to wait for check-in to begin.
• If arriving late, please notify us in advance via email or phone to arrange a meeting.
• All balances must be paid in full before arrival to check in your camper(s).

Pick-up Details

• Pick-up time: 10:00 AM on Saturday.
• Only individuals listed as authorized on the registration form can pick up the child.
• Notify the office promptly to update permissions if needed or if you plan to pick up your camper early.
• A photo ID must be presented at check-out.
• Go directly to the cabins to pick up your camper.
• Those arriving early should report to the camp office with a photo ID.
• A late pick-up fee will be applied for campers not picked up by 11:00 AM.

Transportation

Transportation options

• Parents may bring their camper to the camp territory for check-in and to explore the area.
• Alternatively, a bus service is available to transport campers from Toronto directly to camp for convenience.
• The bus also provides return transportation.

Bus information

• Drop-off/Pick-up Address: 60 Hilda Ave., North York, ON
• Departure to Camp: Sundays at 2 PM
• Return to Toronto: Saturdays at 12 PM (arrival time is traffic dependent).
• Cost: $60 one way.
• Campers can utilize the bus service either on check-in day or pick-up day.
• To register for the bus, please visit the parent portal at tropinka.campbrainregistration.com

Schedule

Senior weeks / Junior weeks

Senior weeks

• 8:00: Wake up
• 8:30: Zaryadka
• 9:00: Breakfast
• 10:00: Cabin Time
• 11:30: Activity 1
• 12:30: Activity 2
• 13:30: Lunch
• 14:30: Beach
• 15:30: Canoeing/ Water Sports
• 16:30: All Camp Game
• 18:00: Dinner
• 19:30: Evening Program
• 21:00: Snack/ Campfire
• 21:45: Cabin Time
• 22:30: Lights Out

Junior weeks

• 8:00: Wake up
• 8:30: Zaryadka
• 9:00:Breakfast
• 10:00: Bible lesson
• 11:00: Activity 1
• 12:00: Activity 2
• 13:00: Lunch
• 14:00: Beach
• 15:00: Canoeing/ Water Sports
• 16:30: All Camp Game
• 18:00: Dinner
• 19:00: Evening Program
• 20:00: Snack/ Campfire
• 20:30: Cabin Time
• 21:30: Lights Out