Preparing for the Year Round Group Program

Fall/Winter/Spring:

• 2-3 short sleeved t-shirts
• 1-2 long sleeved shirts
• 1-2 warm sweaters or sweatshirts
• 2-3 pairs of long pants
• 3 pairs of underwear
• 3-5 pairs of socks
• 1 pair of pyjamas
• 1 pair of indoor shoes or slippers
• 1 pair of boots
• 2 towels
• 1 facecloth
• 1 shampoo and soap
• 1 toothbrush and toothpaste
• 1 deodorant
• 1 hairbrush/comb

Cold Weather:

• 1 warm coat and hat/toque
• 1-2 pairs of mittens/gloves and a scarf
• 1 pair of snow pants or wind pants
• 1 pair of warm waterproof boots
• 1 pair of long underwear

Optional Items:

• Waterproof disposable camera
• Rubber boots
• Rain pants
• A journal to write in

Please make sure to identify items brought to camp with the participant's name.

• Money, jewellery or other valuables
• Sleeping bag/pillow - will be provided by camp
• Candy, gum or other snack foods
• Electronic games, CD players, radios or MP3 players
• Digital cameras and other valuable electronics (video recorders)

The Foundation fully arranges the transportation (including costs) for all Year Round Group Program participants.

The Tim Horton Children's Foundation believes that the 24-hour living experience offered in a residential camp programs can provide campers with opportunities to broaden their horizons, learn by doing and develop more fully as healthy individuals. It is important to understand that while under the leadership of skilled staff, the activities that participants engage in involve risk - risk in choices made and physical activity undertaken by the participant. The health, safety, and well-being of each camper is emphasized throughout all of our programs. It is hoped that through these experiences participants will gain a more positive view of the world and their place in it.

Please Note: The visiting organization is responsible for providing all supervision and care of children, including overnight supervision in camp buildings and bunkhouses.

A successful and enjoyable experience begins with a healthy participant. All participants with a serious allergy or medical concern are required to submit a completed Medical Alert Form (provided once the application has been approved). The health and safety of our campers is our top priority. When the camp is made aware of a child's allergies, particularly food allergies, efforts are made to ensure alternatives are available for that child. For children with severe nut allergies, reasonable efforts will be made to reduce or eliminate the child's contact with these substances.

Parents/guardians must be aware that the Foundation cannot guarantee a completely nut-free environment.

At our camps we provide the best quality food service possible. Our menus are very appetizing including a variety of nutritional foods that are appealing to children. Each day campers will receive three meals, an evening snack, and have fresh fruit provided any time during the day. Whether eating in the camp dining room or on picnics, there is always plenty of good food to eat!