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March 11th, 2010 by Lonnie Lorenz, under Travel and Leisure. No Comments
References are the most important part in selecting a summer camp. What parents and children have to say about the camp. This can be done on the phone or on the net you can go to www.campratingz.com. See the TOP RATED button, click and notice Swift Nature Camp one of the Overnight Summer Camps in the top 10.
SNC is an Kids Summer Camp for boys and girls ages 6-15. Blending traditional summer camp activities while increasing a child’s appreciation for nature, science is our goal. We give children tools they need on their way to adulthood. Here is what some have had to say.
Swift was the BEST camp i have ever attended! the staff was caring, the whole camp was maintained perfectly and every cabin participated in frequent and awesome activities. They pay attention to table manners and make them fun. SNC has changed me as a person inside and out. with a limit of around 2 or 3 candies a week, it was a very healthe 2 weeks. I wait eagerly for the summer so that I can attend once again. -Gaby, A Former Camper.
This camp is the best possible camp to send your kids to. The staff is amazing. Very well trained to deal with all aspect pertaining children.I sent my two girls last year for the 3 week session and they just loved it. My girls were 8 and 11. I have to admit I was very nervous about sending them for so long and so far away from where we live ( twin cities) so I went up to visit them. They were so happy. It was just like sending them to a relatives home. Lonnie and Jeff are very much dedicated to our kids it’s very heart warming to know our kids will be care for just as they would at home. I most defiantly will send my kids back this year. Please feel free to call and ask me any question you might have about Swift Nature Camp. Sending your child here would be the best possible thing you could do for your child.
This camp was a god send. I have sent my kids to numerous YMCA camps but nothing even compares to Swift. The love and compassion Lonnie and Jeff give to these kids is amazing. they make every kid feel very loved and cared for. This was my girls first year here. I was a little nervous sending them so far away for 3 weeks but Lonnie let me come and visit them on the weekends.When I came up to camp my girls were so happy I have not seen them just frre and careless in a long time. all they had were great stories about all the fun things they had done and the great Ice cream Jeff took them to go get down town. If you truly want your kids to have the best time of their life’s send them to Swift. My girls are begging to go to the 6 week camp. I’m already saving up. God bless you Lonnie and Jeff. You really made a difference in my girls life. Signed Joanne Martinez ( Bela and Rosie’s mom)
You can’t get much better than Swift. Swift Nature Camp is like a second family. You always feel welcome and wanted. Jeff and Lonnie have greated and maintain a great summer program full of opportunities beyond your imagination. Where else can you go from being a clown, to jumping on a water trampoline to dinner over a campfire with just you and your cabinmates. If your looking for a camp where your adveturous side will be tested Swift is also the place, offering different camping and day trips from Kayaking the fish creek estuary into Lake Superior, volunteering at the Vince Shutte Bear Sanctuary, or paddling to Picnic Island a 1/4 of mile off shore from camp and having your own private oasis. The staff care about you and it’s like the theme song to Cheers, “Everybody knows your name”. As someone who has moved on from the camping days into my adult years, thinking about starting a family, when my kids are older, I’d send them to Swift in a heartbeat. You’ll be glad you went, I am.
Parents our responsibility to be sure our children will have a safe, fun and encouraging summer. Also see www.SummerCampAdvice.com for more.
Swift Nature Camp is a Summer Camp in Minnesota for boys and girls ages 6-15. Our focus is to blend traditional summer camp with that of a Science Summer Camp activities while increasing a child’s appreciation for nature, science and the environment.
Summer Camp in Wisconsin
November 9th, 2009 by Lonnie Lorenz, under Vacations. No Comments
Northwoods Wisconsin Summer Camp what a great place for your kid. The .American Camp Association suggest you ask these top 10 questions.
What’s the camp’s philosophy? Is it one you’re comfortable with? Is it a good match for your child? Is competition or cooperation emphasized? If it’s a camp run by a religious organization, what religious observances or practices are part of the program? If you’re looking at a sports camp that touts an affiliation with a celebrity athlete, how much time–if any–will the sports star actually spend there?
How does the camp recruit, screen and train its staff? Do counselors have criminal background checks? First aid training? Drug Testing?
What about Staff and Camper return rates? How many counselors are returning this year 50% is a good numbers. How many campers return? Fifty percent is good, and more is better. Still looking for that perfect camp Check out this wonderful Wisconsin Summer Camp.
What’s the ratio of staff to camper? Guidelines for overnight camps are for a 1:6 ratio for ages for younger children, and 1:10 for older teens.
What’s the age of Staff ? Eighty percent of the staff be 18 or older and that all staffers be at least 16 and a minimum of two years older than the campers they supervise.
What about Health Care? Overnight camp have a licensed physician or registered nurse on the site daily, Day camps should be have direct phone access. Be sure you are comfortable that the camp will be able to handle your child’s special health care needs.
How does the camp handle conflicts and Discipline? Find out what the camp’s rules are and what breaches would result in a camper being sent home. You should be comfortable that the camp’s practices are in line with your parenting practices.
What does a camp Day look like? This will help you decide if your child will be happy with the level of physical activity or the amount of time devoted to arts and crafts. Ask how much freedom a child has to choose activities.
Does the camp have vans for transportation? How often are camp vehicles inspected? Who will be driving them and what’s the training.
References,References, References Most important, get the names of parents with children the same age who have attended the camp. They will tell you what makes camp so special
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About the authors: Swift Nature Camp, a non-competitive, traditional coed Wisconsin Summer Camps. Boys and Girls Ages 6-15 enjoy nature, animals and science along with traditional camping activities. Swift specializes in programs for the first time camper as well as adventures for teens. Jeff and Lonnie Lorenz have been the owners since 1996. Children’s Wisconsin Summer Camp
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