Updated June 25, 2015
Nut-Free Camp & Lunches Many campers have fatal allergies to nuts. All camps are nut restricted. Do not send any nut-based products to camp!
Clothing at Camp To ensure a safe experience, please dress appropriately for camp:
T-Shirt: For most camps, the camp t-shirt must be worn as part of the daily uniform. Belly/crop-tops should not be worn.
Comfortable, closed toe running shoes (no sandals, flip-flops, or “heelies”)
Mini-U Module A: Long pants to change into during lab times.
Extreme Heat Alerts On days of extreme heat we adjust activity levels, limit sun exposure, and increase hydration. Use of sunscreen and wearing of hats are encouraged every day at camp.
Welcome to Camp! This quick-guide is a great reference as you prepare for camp – find the full Parents’ Guide, including pre-camp todo’s, schedules, and FAQ’s online at: www.marauders.ca/campparents.
Our Best for Your Camper Our beautiful facilities are second only to our fantastic staff. We’ve been running camps for more than 35 years, and the energy and passion our staff brings every day has inspired thousands of children. We look forward to learning and living an active lifestyle with you this summer!
Health & Safety at Camp Remember
to keep us up-to-date of camper’s info – login to your Camp Account on your Parents’ Guide page to make any edits: www.marauders.ca/campparents.
First Aid @ Camp Our experienced Health & Safety Coordinator is on staff to supervise first aid response at camp. The Emergency Contact identified during in your camper information will used if the parent/guardians are unreachable.
Getting to Camp Busing: See bus schedule on reverse, or at www.marauders.ca/campbus.
If a bus is late, don’t worry: It’s coming! You can call our SFS Office at 905-5259140 ext. 27071 for updates. We will also Tweet from @McMasterCamps. There will be no supervision at the bus stop – please arrive on time!
Driving to Campus A camp-specific campus map is available on Page 2. McMaster’s automated parking allows a 30-minute no-fee grace period. Take a ticket on entry and resubmit within 30 min. at no charge. Traffic on campus can get busy: Drive slowly – your children are playing here!
Absences & Late Arrivals Please keep us informed if you will be absent, late, or leaving early – call 905-525-9140… SFS
ext. 27071 Mini-U ext. 27636 All other camps – ext. 24464 Late arrivals should report to their camp office or the Joan Buddle Service Desk in the David Braley Athletic Centre. We will be contacting parents of absent children to confirm any absences.
Lost & Found: Label it! And send a kid in need to camp! www.marauders.ca/camptreasure
Extended Care When: 7:30-8:30am and 4:15-5:30pm Where: IWC East Aux Gym (All Camps) Register for Extended Care prior to camp at the Recreation Office – ext. 24464. The fee is $25 per child per week.
Lunch Program Nutritious and delicious, delivered to your camper each day! marauders.ca/CampLunches
Questions? Our Camp FAQ and complete, campspecific Parents Guides are a great resource, but don’t hesitate to contact us: McMaster University: (905) 525-9140 Camps Coordinator, Andrew Pettit x26639 Customer Service Office x24464
See you at camp!
P camp buses
& Mini-U
G or H (follow signs)
Busing Locations & Schedule Our buses run from stops in Ancaster, Burlington, Carlisle, Dundas, Hamilton Mountain, Oakville, Stoney Creek and Waterdown.
Schedules and maps are available at www.marauders.ca/campbus Camp staff are onboard for every trip Dismissal procedure from the bus is age-dependent Not riding for a day? Let us know - use the quick online form
Learn more at www.marauders.ca/campbus
Phone Numbers: 905-525-9140 or 905-529-7070 Marauder Sport Camps & The Competitive Edge Recreation Office
x24464
Mini-University
x27636
Sport Fitness School
x27071
Camps Coordinator Andrew Pettit
x26639
Joan Buddle Service Desk
x24612
www.marauders.ca/campmap
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