Frequently Asked Questions About Camp Tioga

At Camp Tioga, our main goal is to make sure that every happy camper has the best summer ever! If you’re thinking about sending your child to Camp Tioga next summer, it’s important to know before you go. While camp is still a few months away, it’s the the perfect time of year to get all of your questions answered so you feel ready and prepared.

When Should I Enroll?

This is an important yet easy question to answer. Space is limited and is filling up very quickly. To ensure a spot, you should always enroll for camp as soon as possible. Click here for a 2017 enrollment form--and if you enroll now (before October 31st) you’ll can save $500! So what are you waiting for?

What Do I Pack?

Leave your fancy clothes at home! Instead, bring clothes that you don't mind getting a little dirty. Camp is all about trying new things, staying active and exploring the Great Outdoors. Plus--you never know when a food fight will break out in the dining hall! For a full camp checklist, visit here.

What Qualifications Do Camp Counselors Have?

At Camp Tioga, the camper to counselor is 3 to 1. This ensures that each camper is supervised at all times. We know the importance of providing a supportive and nurturing environment for our campers, so our counselors endure a rigorous screening and interview process. This helps us ensure that only the best counselors join the Camp Tioga family.

Do Campers Go On Trips?

Yes! This is one of the ways we keep our campers happy. We attend trips in Pennsylvania and the surrounding area.

What Are The Bunks Like?

Each bunk has enough space for 10-12 campers and 4 counselors and are equipped bathrooms and storage space. Campers sleep in bunk beds for the true camp experience--and the best party? Each cabin is air-conditioned!

Is There Medical Staff On Site?

Yes, we have 4 licensed RN’s and an onsite camp doctor on duty at all times. Our upper staff is also fully trained in First-Aid and CPR. We are always stocked with all necessary medications and medical supplies. The Camp Tioga Medical Staff personally contacts each family that joins us prior to the summer, and familiarizes themselves with the medical history of every Tioga Camper.

Is Your Camp Safe?

At Camp Tioga, we take safety very seriously. Our commitment to safety and incredible staff has allowed us to be rated “One of the safest camps in America” by the A.M Skier Agency – one of the largest camp insurers in the nation.

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Are you thinking of sending your son or daughter to sleepaway camp next year? Camp Tioga is the answer! Our superior staff, picturesque grounds and the 80 activities we offer, make our camp the perfect fit for any child. For further information, visit our website or call 516-938-0894 to schedule a tour of the camp!

The Importance of Teamwork in Kids

T-E-A-M! What does that spell? Team!!!! Why is it important? We’ll tell you!

The ability to work together with others as part of a team is a crucial skill that children need to possess not only at school, but throughout their entire lives. Instilling a value of working together in your children is something that can’t be taught soon enough. Teamwork requires people to work cooperatively with others towards a shared purpose, and when they do, great things can happen!

Teamwork is a highly social activity and when children work together it takes all of the members of the team to respect each other’s opinions and abilities. Being part of a team is so crucial for the development or strengthening of your child’s social and emotional skills. It  enables your child to move from more intrapersonal ways of thinking to interpersonal. Teamwork helps children develop their social skills. Improve their confidence and makes them feel part of a community.

Children may be asked to work in teams at school, during sports games and certainly at camp! While your child will experience plenty of team-based activities outside of the home, it is important to continue the ethos of good teamwork there. Here are some reasons why:

• Make sure your child understands how great they’ll feel when they are part of a team and how it can be upsetting to be left out. Once they realize this, they will be sure not to exclude others.

• Teamwork can often inspire competitiveness with other teams. Encourage your child to be a good sportsman and a team-player and that it is OK to lose.

• Get children to work together on a project or play a board game at home – Board games can inspire teamwork, while working together on a project at home can encourage every child to decide on a role in the team.

One of the best ways to instill teamwork in your child is by sending them to camp! Camp Tioga provides children with an array of benefits--from making friends to gaining confidence. If you’re looking to help your child grow and develop, send them to Camp Tioga next summer! For an in-depth look at what Camp Tioga has to offer, visit our website or call 516-938-0894 for more information.

Halloween Safety Tips For Kids

Halloween is right around the corner, and while most people love a good scare, it shouldn’t be at the expense of child safety. Parents can take several easy and effective precautions to make sure that their children are safe while trick or treating. Keep your children free from harm while on the hunt for sweets, with these Halloween safety tips:

Make Sure To Walk Safely

• Cross the street at corners, using traffic signals and crosswalks, and make sure to look all around before crossing.
• Avoid electronic distractions, and keep your head up when walking or crossing the street.
• Always walk on sidewalks or paths. If there are no sidewalks, make sure to walk facing traffic and always make eye contacts with drivers before crossing in front of them.
• Watch for cars that are turning and backing up. Teach your children to never walk between parked cars in the event they start to move.

Accompany Your Children

• It’s important that children are accompanied by an adult while trick or treating, especially if they are under the age of 12. If your children are old enough to go alone, make sure they stick to a group of friends and stay in familiar areas only.
• Costumes should be safe. Make sure their candy bags or costumes have reflective tape or are in light colors, as it gets darker earlier during Halloween.
• When possible, opt for face paint instead of masks, which can obstruct your child’s vision.
• You and your child should carry glowsticks and flashlights when trick or treating in the dark to avoid any injuries and make yourself noticeable by drivers.
• Be sure your child’s costume is the right size to avoid them tripping and falling.
  

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We hope that you and your children have a fun and safe Halloween. As a parent, there’s nothing more important that the safety of your child, and that’s what makes Camp Tioga so great! If you want to give your child the opportunity of a lifetime, send them to Camp Tioga for fun and friendships in a safe and nurturing environment. To learn more about our camp, or to schedule a tour, visit our website or give us a call at 516.938.0894. Enroll before October 31st and save $500.

The Importance of Goal Setting in Kids

In honor of Kids' Goal Setting Week, we wanted to take some time to point out how important it is for your children to set goals for themselves. Children who set goals and achieve them, whether it be in sports, academic or personal, are more likely to perform better in life than children who do not have any meaningful goals to strive to. Camp helps children reach their goals everyday, by forcing them to go out of their comfort zone and try new things. It sets them up for a lifetime of success and for taking chances. Here are some reasons why it’s important that your children set goals for themselves:

Helps them to develop a sense of purpose: It’s important for your children to develop a sense of purpose in life. This positively affects their self esteem, self image and self belief.  Developing a sense of purpose does wonders for building confidence in your child, which gives them the tools to take on any challenge or obstacle that life is going to throw their way.

Helps them to focus: Setting goals helps your child to stay on track and focus. If they have one end result that they are hoping to achieve, it’s easy for them to make the better decisions along the way, with that end goal in mind.

Gets them motivated: Every time your child hits their goal, it keeps them motivated to set another one, and work hard to achieve it. Goals are always personal and meaningful. Internal motivation also gives them encouragement, energy and strength to achieve whatever they want in their life.

Help your child set and achieve their goals by giving them the gift of camp. Camp Tioga is the perfect way to provide fun, friendships and help your child develop confidence and self-esteem. If you’re looking for the best sleepaway camp in all of Pennsylvania for next summer, call Camp Tioga! To learn more about all that we have to offer or to schedule a tour of the camp, give us a call at 516-938-0894 or visit us on Facebook. Enroll now for summer 2017 and save up to $500.