+ Personal Logistics of Camp

Personal Logistics of Camp

Daily Breaks

During the afternoon rest periods and nights that you are not on duty, you are free from responsibilities for campers. Because the program is so active, most counselors also take a nap in the afternoon if they are not on duty.

Session Breaks

On the Saturday of the first week, counselors are usually free to leave by 3:00 p.m. Counselors then return by 11:00 a.m. on Monday to start the second week. Thus, you have Saturday evening, Sunday, and early Monday morning off. On the final Saturday at the end of the second week, counselors are also free to leave by 3:00-4:00 p.m.

**If you have an event or commitment anytime during the session that works best for you (even if it is the last Saturday morning), please choose a different session.  We do not have the capacity to have staff and counselors leaving early.**

Internet & Cell Service

MHKC asks all counselors and staff to be present and focus on the campers while assisting with an amazing week. We ask that you do not have your cell phones out during “camper times”, so please make sure you bring a wristwatch. Counselors will be unable to use the internet during the day but will have access in the mornings & evenings.

Outlets are available for charging devices, but will only be accessible during non- ”camper times.” Please note that internet and cell services are limited on the mountain and can be very unreliable.

Smoking/Vaping

We have a designated outdoor smoking area at camp. We never smoke in the presence of campers. If you smoke, we ask that you do so on your “off time”, in the mornings before you wake up your camper group, at your rest time after lunch, after your camper group is in bed and/or after your nightly meeting.  If you need more time outside of that, talk with your Counselor Supervisor to arrange other times. Please realize, however, that every time you take a smoking break during camper time, the other counselors in your group will need to supervise the camper you are paired with until you return.

Alcohol and Drug Policy

Any person in violation of the following policy will be asked to leave the premises immediately. Violation of the policy will result in termination from your student or volunteer experience and will result in a failing grade for the course.

You will be in violation of the drug and alcohol policy if you:

• Have drugs or alcohol in your possession on the campgrounds. This includes cannabis/marijuana, even if you use it for medical reasons (MHKC is located on federal property, so cannabis use remains illegal).
• Consume alcohol or engage in illicit drug use on the campgrounds.
• Leave camp and return intoxicated.

The “Alcohol and Drug Policy” form has a full description of our policy. You will need to sign and return this form as part of your application.