Camp Hanes Summer Camp 2024 - Health Plan
Based on guidance from CDC, American Camp Association, Alliance for Camp Health, North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services and Stokes County Health Department. Subject to change based on information received.
Prevention
- Before attending camp we ask any staff and campers feeling unwell or are experiencing symptoms of an infectious disease to remain home from camp.
- Training for staff and campers on hygiene, cough/sneeze etiquette and health and safety procedures.
- We encourage all eligible staff and campers to stay up to date with their health care and vaccinations. Provide information to families about health preparation for camp. Require everyone in programs to fill out a health form.
Monitoring Campers and Staff
- Campers, during the first day of camp, will meet nurses for a general wellness screening/lice check.
- Isolate anyone with symptoms or health concerns that are contagious and provide care until pick up. We request pick-up be within 3 hours of notification from Camp Staff.
- Disinfect area after they are taken home according to CDC guidelines.
- Parents will be made aware of any mental health concerns while a camper is at camp and work with staff to set everyone up for success.
Cabins/Rest Areas
- Arrange cabins for physical distancing while sleeping according to ACA guidelines/good ventilation.
- Ensure cabins have cleaning supplies needed.
Daily Activities
- Activities this year will include a mix of cabin/day camp group activities, some open choice time based on the age group of campers and large group activities in an outdoor environment.
Meal Services
- Campers will wash hands before entering the dining hall.
- Campers with dietary concerns will have an individual plate made by the kitchen staff.
Cleaning Camp
- Ongoing sanitation and cleaning for high-touch areas.
- Make sure areas are well ventilated.
- Bathrooms cleaned throughout the day.
Busing
- Parents may not be on buses.
- Windows open when appropriate for ventilation.
Check In / Check Out Procedures
- Camp staff will guide families through the drop off/pick up process.
- Families will be prepared to show id and know code word.
- Overnight Camp check in will be staggered. \Day Camp families will check in and out from their car.
Health Center
- Nurses will be onsite during the week to help monitor campers.
- Families will be informed and updated if there are concerns or health issues. If a camper is unwell they will go to the nurses to check symptoms if needed they will be rechecked in an hour. If the symptoms require there is an isolation space available. We will reach out to the family to pick up the camper. Campers must be picked up within 3 hours of being notified by Camp Hanes Staff.
- Follow our doctors orders for treatment and decisions on when to send a camper home.
- Follow NC Department of Health and Human Services guidance on a potential exposure to illness.
Additional Actions at Camp
- Provide materials to nurses: doctors orders, resources from ACH.
- Train staff for awareness and procedures for all health concerns.
- Good ventilation in buildings and take measures to increase circulation of fresh air.
- Prioritize outdoor activities.
- Camp will have a well-stocked infirmary for dealing with health concerns, testing and a good relationship with local EMS and Doctor.