FAQ’s
How do I contact Camp Firwood if I have a question not answered here?
What if my camper has a peanut allergy?
We remove all peanut products from the Honey Hut (camp store) as well as all peanut products from the kitchen and menus. Unfortunately we can’t eliminate the possibility of other campers getting care packages that may contain peanuts, but we enforce that the counselor must inspect all care packages that come into the cabin. The counselor will also meet with the Health Aid to discuss use of an Epi-pen (you may also meet the counselor). We ask that you send two Epi-pens to camp. The camp has central locations in which your son/daughter will never be too far from the infirmary and the Sudden Valley Fire Department/EMTs are only 1.5 miles from camp.
What if my camper has a food allergy?
When creating our Firwood menus, we incorporate fruit and vegetables at each meal as well as carbohydrates and protein. Depending on your child’s specific allergy, there should be enough food items to choose from, so they can avoid their allergy and still be well fed. Although we try our best, we can’t always accommodate each allergy with substitute meals and recommend that the parent provides some foods to implement their diet.
What indoor activities are available?
We have a phenomenal Extreme Studio Arts for those who enjoy more than popsicle sticks and cotton ball crafts. You can also take advantage of our Climbing Wall featuring a daring rock wall that calls out to an adventurous heart.
Where should I drop off and pick up my camper?
Opening Day check-in is at Camp Firwood and Closing Day pick-up is at Fircreek Day Camp. Please read more about it here.
What is the typical daily schedule?
Check out the Daily Schedule in the Info To Know section of the Parent page.
What if my camper takes medication?
All medication is given to the Health Aid on registration day. The Health Aid will notify campers on a daily basis so they won’t forget. The Health Aid will also notify their counselor about medications and allergies.
What if my camper gets sick?
We have a wonderful on-site Health Aid at camp, 24/7. The Health Aid has your camper’s health form and a cozy room to make everything better. You will be notified if necessary.
Can I call or visit my camper?
We are fully conscious of our great responsibility to care for your camper. In the case of any emergency, either physical or otherwise, you will be notified promptly. Consequently, we do not allow personal phone calls, either incoming or outgoing, or personal visitation during the camp session due to the interruption to the schedule and the effect on camper morale. If a serious concern arises, you may contact the camp director to discuss the situation.
Is there financial assistance [Campership]?
If you would like information regarding camp fee financial assistance, please download and print the Registration/Camp Application Form. Please also download and print the Campership Form. Send in your completed forms with the required $50 ($100 fee for campers not applying for a Campership) Application Fee. Your $50 Application Fee will reserve a spot at camp while your Campership application is being processed. Camperships will not be granted after registrations are paid in full.
Campership Application
Mail-In Registration Form
Health Form
What happens if my camper cancels?
For all cancellations prior to camp, you will be refunded by check, minus the $100 Application Fee (US Funds) and any Paintball fee. No Shows are non-refundable. Please cancel 2 days prior to Opening Day.
What is the Honey Hut [Camp Store]?
Please read about the Honey Hut here and here.
What is Paintball?
For campers who seek adventure and strategy. Space is limited. Long pants and closed toe shoes are required, safety gear and markers are provided (camper gear not permitted). Weeklong activity class is $65 and the Single Session class is $25 (non-refundable and non-transferable). First come, first served. Paintball must be paid for by the end of Registration on Opening Day; we cannot add any campers after check-in on Opening Day. For more about paintball, click here.
I have a 6th grade camper, which camp should they go to?
6th graders can choose between Junior Camp and Middle School Camp. For the dates of each camp, click here.