Everything you need to know about the best week of your summer.
Day Camp at Glen Eyrie
WELCOME TO CAMP!
This welcome packet will be updated with new information as we have it. Check back in closer to camp (you can use the same link!) for the most up to date information!
PAGE 21-22: Spiritual Follow-Up
PAGE 20: Bible Study Overview
FIRST THINGS FIRST:
PAGE 13: Check-In and Check-Out
PAGE 23: Tie Dye Instructions
END OF CAMP:
BEFORE CAMP STARTS:
PAGE 16: Day Camp Activities
PAGE 10: Packing List
PAGE 8-9: Payments, Forms, and Medication
PAGE 11: Friend Requests
PAGE 4: Letter from the Director
PAGE 18: Camp Store
PAGE 14-15: Policies and Procedures
CLICK ON THE ITEM TO VIEW ITS PAGE!
PAGE 17: Sample Schedule
PAGE 19: Theme Reveal
PAGE 7: How We Hire Summer Staff
Table of Contents
PAGE 3: Frequently Asked Questions
AT CAMP:
PAGE 25: Contact Information
PAGE 5: Meet the Team
How do I request a friend? You can make friend requests on your family account. Click here for instructions.
Does my camper need a physical? Nope! Click here to find out what forms are required for your camper to attend camp.
How can I view camp photos? Click here to learn how to view photos!
Can I get financial aid? We offer need-based camperships (scholarships)! Click here to apply.
What should I pack? Click here for a packing list.
How do I know what my camper is learning at camp? Click here for questions to ask your campers when you pick them up each day!
What time is check-in? Click here to find out what time to arrive at camp.
fREQUENTLY aSKED qUESTIONS
Welcome to Day Camp at Glen Eyrie! We're so excited that you have chosen to spend a week with us playing, growing, and learning at our beautiful Glen Eyrie property! As soon as you arrive at Day Camp at Glen Eyrie, you'll feel the contagious enthusiasm! We create this through our theme, our fantastic staff, and our myriad of exciting opportunities and activities from the water slide to gaga ball. But even more than making camp fun, our desire is to inspire Christ-centered love in the heart of your camper. Our highly trained counselors equip your campers to grow spiritually through intentional conversations, group Bible study, and by modeling what it means to walk with Jesus.
LETTER FROM THE DIRECTOR
MOST importantly to us, though, is your camper's health and safety. We've spent the past several years strengthening and refining our camper safety policies and procedures, along with our staff training. Furthermore, with the unprecedented challenges that have come with this past year, we've worked hard to create adaptable programming so your camper still enjoys the fun and excitement of camp no matter what comes our way! Thank you for choosing Eagle Lake Day Camp at Glen Eyrie! We're so excited to see what God has in store for all of us this summer. Mark Heffentrager Director of Eagle Lake Camps
Courtney Sabo | Day Camps Operations Director Courtney was an On Location counselor for two summers starting in 2016. She returned as a Program Coach in 2018 and as a Director in 2019 and 2020. She later worked as the Day Camps Administrator, then helped coordinate all programming for Program Directors and Host Partners as the Day Camps Program Manager, and now oversees Day Camps as the Day Camps Operations Director.
Jason Gomez | Day Camps Programs Director Jason started in 2015 as an On Location counselor and then returned in 2016 and 2017 as a Program Coach. He was a Track Director for On Location in 2018 and 2019. He continued as a Programs Manager for all of Day Camps, including Day Camp at Glen Eyrie and Day Camp at Flying Horse. Now, he works as the Day Camps Programs Director!
Day Camp Staff
Meet The Team!
Shane Klackner | Director of Programs Shane started at Eagle Lake as a (REZ)ident counselor in 2013, where he also served as a Program Coach for two years. He joined our Eagle Lake staff full-time in 2014 and worked with the Day Camp On Location program for 6 years. He now oversees all of Eagle Lake's Day Camp and Overnight programs.
Dan Garcia | Day Camp at Glen Eyrie Program Manager Dan began his time at Eagle Lake in 2016 when he worked as a counselor for our Day Camp On Location Program. Since then, he as been involved with the (REZ)ident Program as a counselor, Program Coach, Assistant Program Manager, and then Program Manager. He now is returning to Day Camps as the Day Camp at Glen Eyrie Program Manager. He is also part of our Emerging Leaders Program!
Before Camp
HOW WE HIRE OUR
Each Candidate Must Pass: In-depth interviews with highly trained hiring staff 3 reference checks 5-8 State and Federal mandated background checks (see below for more information) We typically hire only 60% of applicants Typically, around 95% of our staff either come from Christian colleges or Christian campus ministries, and they are involved in regular spiritual development. Each Hired Staff Receives the Following Training: Our staff go through 2 weeks of orientation before camp, including: Training in Eagle Lake core attributes and Navigator philosophies Discipleship techniques to meet each camper where s/he is at spiritually and emotionally An intensive child-protection training program to establish healthy physical, emotional, and verbal rules and boundaries between staff and campers and between fellow campers Counselor “best practices” to make camp fun and exciting for every camper in an age and developmentally appropriate way Safety orientation for all skills and activities Training and resources to lead camper Bible studies well, and to direct campers back to parents with any faith-related questions outside of the Gospel. Staff also receive ongoing trainings and re-trainings, evaluations, and debriefs throughout the summer Background Checks All Eagle Lake staff go through a series of background checks before being employed by the Navigators. There are 8 required background checks; 5 are required for all staff plus 3 additional checks for staff who have previous states of residence other than Colorado. Two National Checks Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) Criminal History Check NCIC National Sex Offender Registry (NSOR) Check Three In-State (Colorado) Checks Criminal History Check Sex Offender Registry (SOR) Check Child Abuse and Neglect/TRAILS Check Three State (Previous State of Residence Outside of Colorado) Checks Criminal History Check (SCH)- Outside of Colorado State Sex Offender Registry (SSOR) Check- Outside of Colorado State Child Abuse and Neglect Registry Check (SCAN)- Outside of Colorado
Summer staff
Payments and Cancellation
Camp balance is due, in full, on APRIL 1st. If Eagle Lake needs to cancel camp for any reason, we will give you a full refund. If you have to cancel your registration due to COVID-19 (positive test, symptoms in camper, ct.) we will give you a full refund. If you need to cancel for any other reason, our cancellation policy will remain the same: If you cancel anytime before two weeks out from your start date, we will give you a full refund, minus the deposit If you cancel anytime within the start of two weeks out from camp, you will not receive a refund No refund will be made for dismissals due to disciplinary action, or for late arrival or early departure.
Please submit your required online camper forms (along with any payment due) at least two weeks prior to camp. Log in to your online registration account at eaglelakecamps.com to complete all camper forms. Forms to Upload to Your Account Prior to Opening Day: Immunization Record (if you have chosen not to immunize your child, please provide a written statement of exemption.) Photo and Multimedia Release (we offer complementary photos of your child at camp but we can only take pictures of campers who have the release signed)
MEDICAL ACCOMODATIONS:
MEDICATIONS:
To learn more about our medical accommodations, please view this document. If you have any questions, please call our office: 719-272-7453. In the event of an injury or illness, your camper will be treated to the best of our abilities. If Eagle Lake determines that a camper's condition requires treatment beyond our medical team's abilities, Urgent Care or Emergency Room treatment will be sought. In the event of a serious injury or illness requiring medical treatment beyond what our staff can provide, you will be contacted immediately. If you express concern or disapproval regarding the use of outside medical care, you may chose to come pick up your camper form Eagle Lake within two hours of first contact. If you cannot pick up your camper within three hours, Eagle Lake will continue with the course of action that we determine is in the best interest of the camper.
REQUIRED FORMS:
Forms & MEDicationS
PLEASE NOTE: Due to Colorado State Lay, "medications" includes over the counter medications, vitamins, and supplements Additionally due to Colorado State Law, medications must comply with the following rules: All medications may only be administered to a camper with written authorization and instructions given to Eagle Lake by the camper's physician. All medications, including vitamins, must be in the original container or will not be accepted, including inhalers. By Colorado State Law, INHALER BOXES MUST BE BROUGHT WITH THE INHALERS. All medications, including vitamins, must be listed on the Eagle Lake physical form by the prescribing doctor. All medications must be within their expiration date. We do not allow any camper to keep medications on them unless specifically requested by the physician. Eagle Lake provides over the counter medications (cold medication, allergy medication, etc.)
What to Bring: Backpack (i.e. school backpack) Bible and pen Tennis shoes Sandals Lunch in an insulated container. Towel Sunscreen Swimsuit Water bottle Rain jacket We recommend you bring all these items daily; it's great to have them on hand! To prevent losing them, please label all of your camper's items.
Swimwear: Please send boys with swim shorts and a sunshirt or some other shirt they can wear outside of the water. Please send girls with a swimsuit that covers the midriff. These policies are in place to protect your camper from sunburn, skin abrasions while participating in our high adventure water activities and to encourage modesty.
Packing List
Do NOT Bring: Electronic devices Pocket knives (or weapons of any kind) Cash Gum
Step 3: Type the first and last name of the camper, as well as their parent's email address, and click "Request Roommate." THE REQUEST WILL NEED TO BE ACCEPTED. If you would like to accept a roommate request, type in the request code that you received in your email and click "Accept Request."
Step 2: Click "Roommate Request" and "Edit".
Step 1: Log in to your family profile and click "Registrations" on the left dashboard.
friend requests
At Camp
Check-in & check-out
Address:: Day Camp at Glen Eyrie is located at: 3820 N. 30th St. Colorado Springs, CO 80904 Check-In: You may check-in your campers between 8:30 and 9:00 AM each morning. On Monday, anticipate taking an extra 10-15 minutes to go through forms with our staff. Campers are responsible for bringing their own sack lunch containing NO NUTS. Please pack lunch and bring it each morning in an insulated container, as refrigeration will not be available. Check-Out: You may check-out your campers between 4:00 and 4:30 PM each afternoon. If someone other than you (the parent or guardian who registered your camper for camp) wishes to pick up your camper, please login to your online registration account and complete the Pick Up Authorization Form. WE WILL NOT RELEASE CAMPERS TO ADULTS WITHOUT A PHOTO ID - even a parent. Please don't forget your photo ID! Before and After Care: Before and after care is available beginning at 7:30 am and ending at 5:30 pm each day for an additional $75 flat fee for the week. You can add before and aftercare to your camper's registration by logging into your account here or by calling our office at 719-272-7453. Parent Ceremony: Parents are invited to join us on Friday afternooon for a Parent Ceremony to celebrate camp. We will be presenting awards and recapping the fun events of the week! We're excited to see you there! *Please Note: Glen Eyrie is an active conference center and reservations are required for property access beyond camper drop-off and pick-up. This includes hiking. We would love to host your family for an overnight stay, tea, or tour, so please consider making a reservation at gleneyrie.org.
Eagle Lake Camps recognizes and defines bullying as "a form of aggressive behavior in which someone intentionally and repeatedly causes another person injury or discomfort through physical contact, verbal words, or social actions." Manifestations of bullying include but are not limited to: hitting/kicking/punching, spitting, tripping/pushing, taking another's belongings and/or breaking them, make rude gestures, teasing, name-calling, inappropriate sexual comments, taunting, threatening to cause harm, spreading rumors, purposeful exclusion, or embarrassing someone in public. Eagle Lake Camps reserves the right to dismiss a camper from camp with or without notice based on the severity of the bullying behavior manifested.
Policies & Procedures
To participate in our water activities at our lake on Friday, campers will need to pass a swim test per state licensing laws. The swim test will require your camper to swim approximately 30 yards which is twice the width of our swim area. Once your camper has taken the swim test, they will be awarded with a water-proof wristband which indicates which water activities your camper can participate in.
SWIM TEST:
DISCIPLINARY PROCESS AND PROCEDURES
BULLYING POLICY:
Disciplinary Process: Eagle Lake Camps follows Love and Logic for all non-bullying related behavior. Our one rule at camp is "Don't cause a problem." We believe all campers are able to understand this rule and follow it. If a camper does choose to cause a problem, staff follow the following procedure: Disciplinary Procedure: Verbal Warning Meeting with Director and/or Program Coach and usually the Church Partner Contact with parents Dismissal. Campers are usually, although not always, welcome to return the following day to try again. (Refunds will not be given for disciplinary dismissals.)
LUNCH:
Eagle Lake Camps shows all campers Kanakuk Camp's 3 Rules, 6 Boundaries child protection video at the start of each camp. Additionally, reminder posters are hung around the camp area. All our activites and programming revolves around following these rules and boundaries, and our staff receive extensive training in child protection best practices. CLICK HERE TO WATCH THE VIDEO. We strongly encourage you to watch this video yourself and then with your child before camp and have this conversation with your child so they hear us using the same language that you have taught, reinforcing strategies that will keep them safe in all areas of their lives. If you would like additional resources, we have compiled a list here.
On the first day of check in, our staff will give you a card with your camp's director's phone number on it. In the case of an emergency, our staff will call you from that number, and you can use it if you need to contact our staff. You are also always able to call our main line and our Customer Service Team will help you: 719-272-7453
Campers are responsible for bringing their own sack lunch each day. Please pack a lunch and bring it each morning in an insulated container with an ice pack as refrigeration will not be available. Please do not send anything containing nuts with your camper to camp.
EMERGENCIES:
CHILD PROTECTION:
Arts & Crafts Large Team Games Hiking Laser Tag Nerf Wars Ninja Warrior Course Slip-n-Slide Kickball Tie-Dye Inflatable waterslides Camper Rally and Worship Capture the Flag Additionally, campers will travel via school bus to our overnight property outside Woodland Park on Fridays for fun in the mountains and on our lake! Parents will still pick up and drop off campers at the same time at Glen Eyrie.
Activities
*On Fridays, we will go on a field trip to our overnight property outside of Woodland Park.
Sample Schedule
Note: This is an example of what your camper's day may look like. The schedule is subject to change.
8:30 am
Check-in and Team Time
9:15 am
Camper Rally (Worship, dancing, skit, speaker, etc)./ Drive to Field Trip on Fri.
10:00 am
Activity 1 (i.e. Archery, laser tag, tie-dye)/ Capture the Flag on Wed.
11:00 am
Activity 2 / Team Hangout on Wednesdays
12:00 pm
Lunch
12:40 pm
Bible Study Prep
1:15 pm
Free Time
2:05 pm
More Free Time/Drive back to Glen Eyrie on Fri.
3:10 pm
Bible Study Discussion/Camper Rally + Family Festival beginning at 3:30 pm on Fri.
4:00 pm
Check-out
T-Shirts Sweatshirts Hammocks Food ...and more!
Camp Store
Overview: The Camp Store is a favorite destination of campers during free time each day! Here campers may purchase snacks, camp gear, clothing, and other fun items. Our camp store is also open during check-in and check-out.
Log in to your online registration account at eaglelakecamps.com to deposit money into your camper's store account prior to your arrival at camp. Monitor and manage store funds and purchases throughout your camper's session by calling our Main Office. Please note: we do not accept cash. At the end of the session, any remaining store credit over $3 is refunded back to the original credit/ debit card used to make the store card deposit.
Theme Reveal!
BIBLE STUDY OVERVIEW
This summer in Bible study, campers will explore how Jesus gives us a sense of belonging as we struggle with feelings of emptiness and loneliness. They will read stories like Jesus and Levi the tax collector, Jesus and the Samaritan woman, and Joseph and his dreams. Our goal is to communicate to campers that God has given them unique gifts and talents to love God and love others!
Key Message: Everyone does bad things and Jesus wants to be friends with everyone. Key Passage: Luke 5:27-32 Questions for Home/Table Talk: Who was the person you learned about today in Bible study? What was his job? Why was it important that Jesus hung out with a tax collector? What is a sinner? What do you think it means that Jesus came to change the hearts and lives of sinners?
DAY 1: Jesus & Levi the Tax Collector
DAY 1
Key Message: There are a lot of things that we want to do to make us happy, but following Jesus is the way that we can feel like our lives have purpose. Key Passage: John 4:1-26 Questions for Home/Table Talk: Who did you learn about in Bible study today? What was different about her? Why did Jesus talk about living water? What is so special about it? What does it mean to be fulfilled? How did Jesus fulfill the Samaritan woman? How does Jesus fulfill YOU?
DAY 2: Jesus & the Samaritan Woman
*For First Week Campers. Returning campers will have a different study.
Spiritual follow up
DAY 4: How Can God Use Me?
DAY 3: Joseph & His Dreams
Key Message: God wants me to share with other people what he did for us. I can do that like other people have before me! Key Passage: Acts 8:26-40 Questions/Table Talk: What was the name of the man you learned about in Bible study? What was his mission? Who did he talk to in the story? Why did he talk to him? Is there someone you think God is telling you to talk to about the Good News of Jesus?
Key Message: God wants the world to be good but we mess that up a lot. Thankfully, God is able to make good come from the bad things. Key Passage: Genesis 37-50 Questions/Table Talk: Who did you learn about today in Bible study? What kinds of things happened to him? Where was God when everything bad was happening in Joseph’s life? How should we react when bad things happen or people are mean to us? Are there people in your life who aren’t nice to you? How can we show God’s love to them?
This summer, your camper will have the opportunity to tie dye an Eagle Lake t-shirt. Instructions will be sent home, but as papers have a tendency to get lost, here they are in digital format just in case! To rinse and remove excess dye: Wear gloves and leave the t-shirt tied up with the rubber bands. Place your t-shirt in a sink with cold running water (laundry room sink or stainless steel sinks are preferable). Put the t-shirt in the sink and flood with cold running water. A lot of loose dye will flow out of the fabric. This is normal. Continue to rinse with cold running water until you’ve rinsed most loose dye out of the fabric. Untie your t-shirt, increase the rinse water temperature to warm, and continue to rinse the fabric until you get sick of rinsing. Wash your t-shirt separately in a washing machine with fabric detergent until all loose dye is removed and the rinse cycle water is clear. You are finished! Dry as you would any normal fabric and enjoy!
Tie Dye Shirt Instructions
end of Camp
Questions: Visit the Eagle Lake website at eaglelakecamps.com for the most current information on programs, staff, dates, prices, and other frequently asked questions. If you would like to speak with someone, the Eagle Lake office is open Monday-Thursday 8:00 - 4:00 PM and Friday 8:00 - 12:00 PM (MST). Main Office Number: (719) 272-7453 Office Email: eaglelake@navigators.org Website Link: www.eaglelakecamps.com Address (Eagle Lake Main Office): Eagle Lake Camps PO Box 6819 Colorado Springs, CO 80934 Colorado Department of Human Services: Eagle Lake Camps is a licensed child care provider by the state of Colorado. Colorado Department of Human Services Division of Child Care: 1575 Sherman Street, 1st Floor Denver, CO 80203 CDHS Phone Number: (303) 866-5948 CDHS Fax Number: (303) 866-4453
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