What
to bring?
There is no such thing as over packing! Included
on this site is a packing list as well.
- Lots
of clothes, things you wouldn't mind get a little dirty
perhaps (T-shirts, shorts, long sleeve shirts, jeans,
pants, and whatever you want)
- Lots
of swimsuits (girls please only bring one piece swimsuits)
- Sneakers,
sandals, etc.
- Some
kind of strap on sandal (Teva, Chaco, etc.) or water
shoe. Our beaches are a little rocky past the waterline
- Sunglasses
- A
few nice outfits, we go out to dinner now and then.
Don't need a prom dress or anything, just something
nicer than board shorts really
- Warmer
clothing (sweatshirt, light jacket) it gets cold at
night sometimes
- Rain
gear
- Packing
List (download)
Is
there a dress code? What do I need?
All staff wear a staff shirt at all times while
on-duty at camp. We will provide them for you when you
arrive. Women, you may only wear a one-piece swimsuit,
no bikinis or tankini's please. You are more than welcome
to wear anything more than that, i.e.: board shorts or
equivalent. Men, you may not wear speedos or any bikini
equivalent. Please bring swim shorts/trunks or boardies.
Who
will you be working with?
With have about 145 staff for the summer from
all over the world. Each year we hire about 30-40 international
staff from about 20 different countries. Our American
staff is also from all over the country as well; California
and Alabama to Maine and Florida. We cherish the new cultures
we come in contact with every year.
What
facilities do you have access to?
We have a laundry room for all the staff to use. We also
have a computer room with high-speed Internet access.
There is a staff lounge with a massive TV and satellite
connection, stadium seating, phones to call home with
a calling card (you can buy one here) and a billiards
room.
The
weather?
It is around 85 (29 C) here on most days, although
it can get up to 100 (38 C) on some very hot days. Or
down to 65 (18) on some colder days and especially at
night at times. It rains now and then with big thunderstorms
so make sure you pack rain gear. Otherwise, it's a fairly
mild climate with a good deal of humidity.
How
does the whole pay thing work?
You are paid at the end of each session, with
five (5) paychecks in total, each approximately 1/5 of
your total summer salary. Your first paycheck will be
the end of First Session which is July 1st. You can have
the pay directly deposited in your bank account if you
set them up during the paperwork process.
How
close to town are we?
We are about a 15 minute ride into town where
you can go shopping, see a movie or get really good seafood.
The Maryland Crab is famous, so our restaurants are packed
with crab cakes and crab cracking. Hope you like seafood!
Transportation?
If you are flying, or getting a ride, we can pick
you up from the below locations. Please try to arrive during
reasonable hours from around 8am to 8pm Eastern Standard
Time. Please verify arrival dates with a Camp Director before
booking your flights. Once you have made your travel arrangements
please email the information to us so we can make sure someone
is there to pick you up.
Airports:
BWI – Baltimore/Washington International Airport
– Baltimore, Maryland (MD)
PHI
– Philadelphia International Airport – Philadelphia,
Pennsylvania (PA)
Train
and Bus Terminal:
Wilmington, Delaware (DE)
How
do I drive to camp?
Driving directions are online here,
or you can just MapQuest our address:
24370
Still Pond Neck Road, Worton, MD 21678
What
is the food like?
Our food is on a two-week schedule during the
summer sessions. The head chef and his cooks prepare everything
from chicken nuggets and burgers to pancakes, eggs and
french toast. We have vegetarian and vegan options at
each meal and would be glad to accomodate any other specific
diets that you may require, just let us know so we can
plan ahead.
When
should we arrive to camp?
If you are taking the Ellis Lifeguard course, you should
arrive by 11am on Wednesday, June 8th. If you are not
taking the course, you should arrive Sunday, June 12th
by 11am. Check In will be at the Dining Hall.
Can
we drive down early?
Sure
can! We know it will be a long drive for some of you.
You are welcome to come down the night before. Please
let us know if you plan to come down early so we can make
sure we have housing for you.
What
is the normal daily schedule? 7:15
Wake up
8:00 Breakfast
8:30 Camp Cleanup
9:15 Cabin Activities
10:15 Morning Acitivity Periods (where you act as instructor)
12:30 Lunch
1:00 Rest Hour
2:00 Afternoon Activity Periods
5:30 Dinner
6:00 Free Hour
7:00 Cabin Activities
8:30 Campers cleanup for the night
9:00 Evening devotional time with campers
10:00
Lights out for all campers
How
much time off do we get?
To explain our time off schedule in the simplest
terms, you get one day off each week at 2 hours off each
day at the minumum. In actuality you have off between
each 12 day session from Friday night through Saturday
to Sunday lunch. You then also have a day off to schedule
during each session. Because there are two counselors
in every cabin, you rotate your time off. One of you will
have rest hour and free hour off while the other is off
from 8:30 to midnight (staff checkin time) or 10 to midnight. |
