"THE CONDITIONS" (OF ENROLLMENT)

By signing the camp registration form you are indicating to us that you had read, understood and agree to the following "Conditions" of enrollment. Please contact us with any questions or concerns you may have before registering for camp.      One recommendation is to have all of our policies clearly listed, most of which are common sense.  The polices and procedures have been adapted from other similar programs.

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You can feel confident enrolling your child at Camp Doodles knowing that
we have met or exceeded ALL of mandatory standards
set forth by the American Camping Association.

To the best of our knowledge, we are the only camp in our area
that has shown this commitment to our children.
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IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR PARENTS:
We want our relationship to be a most pleasant and friendly one. Please carefully read through the camp brochure, these Conditions of Enrollment and all other information available to you.  First day information can be found at www.campdoodles.com/registered. It will help you to be fully informed on matters concerning Camp Doodles, Inc. or Summer Club, your child(ren), and you.  We want to serve you and yours well.  If you are ever in doubt, please feel free to contact us. 

SAFETY FIRST
Camp Doodles, Inc. & Summer Club is proud of our excellent health record over the past years.  We practice safety first, always and everywhere.  However, the camp does not assume responsibility for accidents and illnesses.  The camp provides limited medical insurance coverage for each camper, but each family is expected to possess Health and Medical insurance for their child(ren), which will be used first, with the camp insurance as a backup.  Many of our staff members are trained in CPR, First Aid or both.  David is a Red Cross certified Instructor and is authorized to teach CPR, First Aid and AED classes.  A few years ago, he also completed EMT (Emergency Medical Technician) training and continues to work on medical response teams.

TAX DEDUCTIBLE
In some cases summer camp may be tax deductible as child(ren) care.  Please consult your tax professional.

MEDIATION/ARBITRATION
Any controversy or claim arising out of or related to my child(ren)’s participation in this camp will be attempted to be settled by a professional mediation service, then by binding arbitration pursuant to the applicable rules of the American Arbitration Association.
 

TUITION AND REFUND POLICY
Formal enrollment for summer 2003 begins as soon as the Registration Form is completed, signed as indicated, and returned to the camp office with the required deposit.  A minimum $100 (per child) deposit must accompany the application. It is understood that Camp Doodles, Inc. has a limited enrollment and reserves the right to refuse entry and acceptance into the camp program or remove a child for any or no reason. For our complete refund policy, click here.

RETURNED CHECKS:
In the event the bank returns a check with "insufficient funds", we require a replacement check in the original amount plus $25.00, to cover administrative fees and the charge assessed to our account by our bank due to this matter.

HEALTH:
If the Camp Doodles, Inc. or Summer Club Staff, in its judgment believes my child(ren) requires medical attention and/or in the event of a medical or surgical emergency, we hereby give permission to any EMT, paramedic, nurse, physician, first responder and/or first-aid trained personnel selected by the camp staff to secure, at the parents expense, proper treatment, including hospitalization if necessary, for my child(ren).  I understand that it is my responsibility to provide my child(ren) with the necessary precautions and clothing against the natural elements (sun, etc.). While Camp Doodles, Inc. does carry limited medical insurance coverage, I agree that my and/or my child(ren)’s medical insurance will be primary. 

USING CAMP STAFF AS BABYSITTERS
We realize that the baby-sitting situation can be challenging at times and appreciate your help in refraining from using our camp staff as babysitters.  If you choose to employ a current or former camp staff members, we highly recommend you perform a background check of your own. For more information regarding this policy, click here: Employing Camp Staff Policy.

WAIVERS OF LIABILITY
We agree that Camp Doodles, Inc. is not responsible for the loss or damage to the camper’s personal belongings by fire, water damage, theft, etc. We understand that Camp Doodles, Inc. recommends against campers bringing along walkmans, game boys, toys or anything of emotional or financial value. I give consent for my child(ren) to go on trips and/or hikes off the main camp premises. 

Summer camp activities take place mainly in the out-of-doors, in natural and man-made environments, and contain inherent risks of serious injury, including partial or full paralysis, death. This disclosure is not meant to alarm you or to suggest that summer camp activities are unsafe.  However, we do want you to be informed that in addition to natural hazards, active and adventurous activities and sports such as swimming, diving, basketball, coneball, soccer, baseball, football, capture the flag, hiking, relays and other Camp Doodles, Inc. activities, by their very nature do present challenge as well as risk to person and property.  By enrolling your child(ren) in Camp Doodles, Inc., you agree to accept and assume any and all risk of such injury, death, and damages or property damage to your child(ren), which may arise out of or in connection with your child(ren)’s participation. 

We hereby release, and agree to indemnify and hold harmless, Camp Doodles, Inc., Camp Doodles, Inc., North Bay Kids, and all of its officers, directors, employees, agents and representatives whatsoever from any and all losses claims, damages, and liabilities, costs and expenses (including attorney fees) which they or any of them, or camper may sustain or incur in any way arising out of or in connection with the camper’s participation in any and all camp activities.  We understand and acknowledge that Camp Doodles, Inc., Camp Doodles, Inc., North Bay Kids and all its officers, directors, employees, agents, and representatives are relying upon this representation in enrolling the campers for summer camp and without this waiver, the camper will not be enrolled. 

GENERAL MATTERS

• We agree that the camper and his/her parents and relatives will abide by the rules and regulations set by the camp for health, safety and welfare of the camper.
• We understand that the camp reserves the right to dismiss a camper whose conduct is dangerous, illegal, or, in the discretion of the Camp Director, detrimental to the camp and/or to other campers or otherwise unsatisfactory.
• We agree that there will be no refund in the event of a dismissal*. 
• We agree that the camp reserves the right to cancel, change or substitute programs or activities as listed in its brochure, website and other informational documents, when necessary during the summer sessions.
• We consent to your distributing our contact information to any other camper families and/or prospective families.
• We understand that a number of camp activities require more stamina that our camper is exposed to for much of his daily routine life-style.  We certify to you that the camper suffers from no physical or medical condition which could make his/her participation unsafe or unusually dangerous to the camper or others.
• Possession or use of any drugs, alcohol, weapons is strictly prohibited at Camp Doodles, Inc..
• While we love pets - please keep them at home.
  
  * Families wishing to see our "Discipline Ladder" which discusses the camps official discipline policies and reactions should speak with the Camp Director.  Camp Doodles, Inc. has a ZERO TOLERANCE for violence. Any violence. (pushing, hitting, kicking, etc), inappropriate touching or language may result in an immediate dismissal from camp.

PERMISSION TO USE PHOTO, TESTIMONIALS, VOICE AND VIDEO.
We take thousands of photos each summer which we love to use to help promote the camp.  All photos are property of Camp Doodles, Inc. (we are happy to give you copies!) and by sending your child to our program, you give your full permission to Camp Doodles, Inc. to use his/her photo, testimonials, voice and/or video in any future advertising or promotions.  This includes brochures, movies, Cassettes/CD's, postcards, internet site, newspaper publicity, etc.

LATE CHARGES
I understand, and agree to pay, the charge of $2.00 per minute for any child(ren) remaining after the official ending of the camp day.

I understand and certify that my child(ren)’s participation in Camp Doodles, Inc. and its activities is completely voluntary and I have familiarized myself with the camp’s programs, policies and activities.

FUN
My child is ready to to have SOOOO much fun at camp! :-)  We look forward to seeing you at Doodles!

SEE YOU AT DOODLES