Camper Expectations

Essential Eligibility Criteria for Participation in Camp Sewataro:

• Campers are expected to contribute to a safe camp environment, using respectful language and appropriate physical behavior. Racist, discriminatory, or harassing language or actions will not be tolerated.
• Campers are expected to function in a group setting in a positive and cooperative manner that displays tolerance and respect for self and others.
• Campers are expected to follow counselor directions for their safety and the safety of the group. They must refrain from behaviors that pose a risk to self or others, such as physical aggression (e.g., hitting, biting, kicking), unsafe actions (e.g., leaving the group without permission), or persistent refusal to follow safety rules.
• Campers are expected to maintain a positive attitude when participating in activities with their group.
• Campers are expected to navigate varied terrain on an 8-hour daily basis and participate in the full camp day, including transitions and varied activities, with age-appropriate stamina and pacing.
• Campers should be able to manage basic personal care and regulate their emotions with age-appropriate independence, so they can participate safely with their group.
• Campers must be able to participate successfully within our group supervision ratios. We are not able to provide continual 1:1 supervision or behavioral support for any camper.

Camper Considerations

We understand that some campers do require additional support beyond the scope of our program, and although we are not a therapeutic camp, we strongly believe in the value of inclusion. Camp Sewataro is committed to working proactively and comprehensively with parents/guardians to assess the fit of the program for campers who may have additional needs; Our goal is simply to ensure that we can support the camper fully within the context and environment of our program. This is done on a case-by-case basis with the sole intent of ensuring a successful experience for all.

If your child may need additional support, we request that you send us any information that would help us ensure your camper’s success at Sewataro within a month after they are enrolled. Such information may include a school IEP or 504 plan, reports from a psychologist, psychiatrist, and/or speech, occupational, physical, and behavioral therapists. Anything shared will be treated as confidential, and shared only with our camper support consultant or a member of the director team, on a strictly need-to-know basis. Please contact Camp at (978) 443-3100 or camp@sewataro.com if your child receives any accommodations, supports, or services (private or in-school) during the school year or if you have any questions or concerns about Camp Sewataro’s fit for your child, prior to submitting an online application.

Camper Expectations (please share with your child!)

• Make safe choices for yourself and others. Keep your hands, feet, and objects to yourself, and respect other people’s personal space.
• Respect yourself, your counselors, and your fellow campers with your words and actions.
• Stay with your counselors and listen to them, their #1 job is to keep you safe and help you have fun!
• If you feel upset or need help, tell your counselors right away. They care about you and want to help.
• Be patient, include others, and treat everyone with kindness, especially someone who might be different from you.
• Leave electronics at home (like cell phones and smart watches), so you can enjoy camp without distractions.
• Keep your lunch food to yourself (no sharing or swapping with others!) so everyone stays safe with food
• Help take care of camp, our grounds, equipment, and nature, so everyone can enjoy it.
• Be willing to try new things and give your best effort, you might discover a new favorite activity!
• HAVE FUN!