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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
GENERAL CAMP QUESTIONS
We believe that an important part of the camp experience is to make new friends and become fully involved with the whole camp. We also understand that young people want to be with a friend, especially if they are coming to Camp Hope for the first time. Therefore, a camper may request one roommate and that person must also request this camper as a roommate for the campers to room together.
If you have a concern about room assignments, call our office before the registration deadline date. We will be unable to make changes after that date as all the information we provide deans, counselors, medical, and camp staff prior to camp must include cabin assignments.
Yes! We love it when campers receive mail!
BRING IT
Prepare letters, notes, and cards prior to arrival at camp. Write the camper’s first and last name on the front of each envelope.
MAIL IT
Address your letter or card to:
Camper Name – Camp
Camp Hope
15 Ridgeway Avenue,
Blairstown, NJ 07825
Make sure to include the name of the camp your camper is attending on the envelope.
Mail early in the week and be sure to include a return address in case your letter does not arrive by Friday of the camp week.
EMAIL IT
Email your camper at Camper@camphope.org, with the camper's name as the subject line. We will print the letters and deliver them at lunch time.
The camp store is open each day during the campers' free time. Campers can purchase snacks, drinks, or souvenirs during this time. We recommend that families deposit funds in the camper's Store Account for these purchases. Any money remaining in the camper's Store Account will be refunded by check and mailed within one week of the conclusion of that particular camp/conference.
• Shorts
• Shirts
• Socks
• Underwear
• Long pants or jeans for buggy evenings by the campfire
• Rain gear (rain jacket, poncho, rain boots, etc.)
• Jacket/Hoodie for cool and/or buggy nights
• Pajamas
• Closed-toe, walking/hiking shoes (Flip-flops are not allowed accept in the shower or around the pool area)
• Swim suits
• Beach towels for swimming
• Towels and wash cloths for the shower
• Toiletries (soap, shampoo, toothbrush/paste, deodorant, etc.)
• WATER BOTTLE
• Dirty clothes bag
• Bedding (sheets or sleeping bag, blanket and pillow)
Please label each item brought to camp with the camper’s name! Instruct your camper to be sure collect all their things before leaving camp. Camp Hope cannot be responsible for lost items or anything left at camp.
Camp Hope is a drug-, alcohol-, and smoke-free environment. Campers bringing illegal drugs, cigarettes, vapes, or alcoholic beverages to camp will be sent home immediately.
Campers should not bring: any food, drinks, candy, radios, iPods, MP3 players, electronic games, cell phones, or laptops. These items will be confiscated and returned at the end of the week.
During the summer camp and conference season, a nurse or EMT and certified first aiders operate under standing ordersof a local physician 24 hours a day. In the event a camper requires emergency medical attention beyond basic first aid, whenever possible, parents/guardians are contacted first to apprise them of the situation Parents/guardians are notified immediately if their child becomes ill or extremely homesick.
When you register, you will fill out a medical waiver in which you will list the medications and dosages your camper needs to take. Please bring your camper’s medication in its original packaging when you drop off your camper. We will be unable to accept or dispense medication that is not in its original packaging. Our camp nurse will be responsible for dispensing medications at the times indicated on the form.
Please describe any food allergies or dietary restrictions on your medical waiver during the registration process. Our kitchen staff is prepared to make the necessary accommodations for the following: gluten-free, dairy-free, egg-free, and vegan/vegetarian diets. If you have any questions regarding your child’s dietary needs, please contact us. We kindly request that you do not send your camper to camp with any food.
We request that you do not call or visit your child during their stay. You may meet your camper’s counselors, hear about their favorite activity, and shop in our store on closing day! To discourage homesickness, our policy is that campers will only call home in an emergency. If you need us to get a message to your camper, please contact the office, and we will make sure they receive it.
Wi-Fi is available at Camp Hope; however, due to very poor internet service in this area of New Jersey, Wi-Fi is on a secured network that is not provided to campers.
Groups renting the facilities will have access to the Wi-Fi and will be provided the network information upon arrival. There are some dead zones, but WI-FI is available in both the Upper and Lower Lodges
Early Registration Discounts
Early registration discounts are available if you register by the following dates with the payment indicated:
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Recruiters' Discounts
Recruiters' discounts apply when you recruit other campers for any summer program: $5 discount per new camper. The recruited camper must not have previously attended any Camp Hope summer program.
Please do not let lack of funds prevent you or your child from attending a Camp Hope summer program. Contact your church or the Camp Hope office for assistance.
Regional Camperships
Active members of metropolitan New York Moravian congregations are entitiled to a UBC scholarship to attend camp. Active members of Bethlehem, PA Moravian churches are entitled to a BAM (Bethlehem Area Moravians) campership to attend camp.
Many Moravian congregations offer camperships to active youth; check with your church office.
When you pay your deposit, please indicate which Moravian church you attend as well as whether you are eligible for a UBC or BAM campership.
Three-Tiered Pricing
Realizing that families have different abilities to pay our camp registration fees, Camp Hope offers a voluntary three-tiered fee structure. Simply choose the tier that is most suitable or comfortable for your family. All campers receive the same Camp Hope experience, no matter which amount you choose to pay.
Three-tiered pricing offers an opportunity for you to take an active role in supporting the true cost of your child’s camp experience at Camp Hope. As you consider your family’s financial situation, please also consider the true cost of camp.
TIER 1 You may be surprised to know that our lowest prices do not reflect the true
operational cost to Camp Hope. This rate is highly subsidized by the Eastern District of the Moravian Church.
TIER 2 This amount is a partially subsidized rate.
By choosing to pay a little more, you help support the ongoing summer camp ministry of Camp Hope.
TIER 3 This amount most closely reflects our true operational cost.
The price includes things like utilities, grounds upkeep, insurance, building maintenance, etc. By choosing this tier, you help us make needed upgrades and repairs, and you enable Camp Hope to grow in the future.
THE GOAL OF TIERED PRICING
The goal of tiered pricing is to
• provide high quality, safe, and inclusive activities for campers with opportunities for fun, fellowship, and adventure;
• to challenge each camper to explore and grow in Christian faith;
• to build Christ-centered community;
• to provide an opportunity for partnership with those who value the impact of Camp Hope’s summer camping ministry; and
• to preserve Camp Hope for generations to come.
Once again, this program is voluntary and in no way influences the camp experience that campers receive. Tier 2 and Tier 3 payments (less the corresponding Tier 1 amount) will be received and acknowledged as tax-deductible donations to Camp Hope.
We believe that every child should experience the powerful impact that summer camp provides, regardless of income. For this reason, camperships are available. If our fees present a challenge for your family, please contact us.
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