FAQs
Health & Safety
Will my child be safe while at camp?
What steps have been taken to keep my child safe?
What does ACA Acccrediation mean?
The main purpose of the ACA accreditation program is to educate camp owners and directors in the administration of key aspects of camp operation, particularly those related to program quality, and the health and safety of campers and staff. The standards establish guidelines for needed policies, procedures, and practices. The camp is responsible for ongoing implementation of these policies. ACA accreditation assists parents in selecting camps that meet industry-accepted and government-recognized standards.
What protocols are in place to keep my child safe while at water activities?
There are always a minimum of 2 lifeguards on duty when kids are in the water. The number of lifeguards increases with the number of kids in the water.
Campers take a swim test in the pool on their first day and they will be given a band according to their ability: Blue-strong swimmer, Red-weak swimmer, Green-non-swimmer who will also be required to wear a life jacket while in the water (pool and lake).
Life jackets are required in the lake for ALL ages, regardless of ability.
What if my child is not a strong swimmer?
There are always a minimum of 2 lifeguards on duty when kids are in the water. The number of lifeguards increases with the number of kids in the water.
Campers take a swim test in the pool on their first day and they will be given a band according to their ability: Blue-strong swimmer, Red-weak swimmer, Green-non-swimmer who will also be required to wear a life jacket while in the water (pool and lake).
Life jackets are required in the lake for ALL ages, regardless of ability.
What happens if my child gets sick/injured while at ccamp?
How often do campers require outside medical care?
It is quite rare! Our incident report analysis shows that only 0.3% campers required outside medical care.
How will medication (prescription or OTC), supplements, or herbal remedies be dispensed during the camp session?
All of these are considered “medications” and will be dispensed by our onsite Medical Staff during the session. Medications are typically dispensed during breakfast, lunch, dinner and bedtime. Campers and staff are not allowed to keep any medications in their cabins. Please be sure to check in all medications to our Health Center during Check-In on Sunday.
How does Cho-Yeh deal with homesickness?
Homesickness is a reality of overnight camping, but one of the unique experiences of camping is allowing campers to gain a sense of independence. All of our counselors go through an extensive staff training before the summer begins that includes helping a homesick camper. If a camper is homesick, our counselors will do their best to comfort the camper. If the homesickness persists the campsite supervisor will talk with the camper and will connect with parents to find the best strategies for helping the camper through the session. Although we have campers each session who will wrestle with some homesickness, it is extremely rare that a camper will need to be sent home. Campers who stick it out will gain an incredible sense of independence!
How are conflicts handled at camp?
Conflicts happen, even in uplifting environments like camp. We train our counselors to recognize and reduce conflict within the context of camp. They are also trained on detecting bullying and taking proper measures to defuse these types of behaviors. Our counselors and leadership staff treat each situation as appropriate, and will call parents to update as needed.
How does Cho-Yeh accommodate allergies?
Can my child attend camp with ADD/ADHD?
Staff
What is the selection process for staff?
What is Cho-Yeh’s camper to counselor ratio?
Financials
Does Cho-Yeh offer Scholarships?
Do camp fees have to be paid all at once or can I pay installments?
Camp Life
What does a typical day at Cho-Yeh look like?
Can I call or visit my camper?
One of the most significant elements of the camp experience is learning independence. It’s hard to be apart, however, kids adjust to camp life much more easily than we often assume. Typically, we find that there are many more kidsick parents than homesick campers! If a camper does become homesick, hearing a parent’s voice can intensify sad feelings. Therefore, we do not have campers talk to parents on the phone or allow visitation from parents.
Does Cho-Yeh allow phones, video games, or other electronic devices?
Kids spend on average 52 hours a week in front of an electronic screen. We believe in teaching kids how to be extraordinary without being tied to electronic screens, so we do not allow phones, video games, or other electronic devices, except digital cameras. This policy gives children the gift of a technology-free environment — a place where campers, counselors, and staff are fully present with each other, transporting them to a place where we can forge relationships that last a lifetime.
Does Cho-Yeh allow cabin mate requests?
Absolutely! Campers may submit up to two names for their cabin mate request. The campers requesting each other must be no more than ONE grade/year apart. While we do our best to honor cabin mate requests, we cannot guarantee that your request will be granted. We will allow for a group of 3 to request to bunk together so no camper is left out. If there are 4 or more total campers wishing to be housed together, the parents must decide among themselves how to split the group into 2 or more groups of campers.