{"id":6961,"date":"2013-06-18T16:57:39","date_gmt":"2013-06-18T23:57:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/myreachup.org\/?p=6961"},"modified":"2022-09-07T11:31:19","modified_gmt":"2022-09-07T18:31:19","slug":"so-your-kid-is-going-to-camp-now-what","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/myreachup.org\/so-your-kid-is-going-to-camp-now-what\/","title":{"rendered":"So Your KID is going to Camp … Now what?"},"content":{"rendered":"

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School is out for the summer, and for many kids, camp is right around the corner. It is time to prepare for a wonderful summer full of fun, new friends, and exciting experiences. Whether this is your child\u2019s first time at camp or not, preparation is important for a positive camp experience.<\/p>\n

\"\"<\/a>As a Summer Camp director for several years, I can let you in on some secrets to help prepare your child for camp.<\/p>\n

Sometimes in all the emotions, fears, and rushing around, parents forget some of the most basic things, like … underwear! Imagine your child realizing that the only pair of underwear is what he\u2019s wearing! Not a good start to what can be a really long week!<\/p>\n

So here are some tips that will help you make your child\u2019s camp experience a great one.<\/p>\n

For every day your child is away, plan one outfit if at all possible. If you don\u2019t have enough, you can get things cheap a thrift store, or you can borrow them. A checklist is provided for you at right<\/strong>. Check items off as you pack.<\/p>\n

Your child will probably lose a couple of personal items. Please don\u2019t hassle your child about this — it happens. The important thing is that she was good and had a great time. But to help her keep her items, put her name or initials on all clothing with a laundry marker.<\/p>\n

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