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Camp Information and Policies

 

Check in and out:  Check in will be from 4:30 – 5:30 pm on the opening day of camp (Sunday).  Please do not arrive before 4:30.  In case of delay or last minute cancellation, please notify the office at (806) 383-6878.  Any remaining payment is due at this time.  All campers are to be picked up by 11:00 am on the last day of camp (Saturday).  Out of courtesy to the staff and volunteers, please arrive promptly on the last day.  Please do not disturb closing services if you arrive early.  If someone other than the parent or guardian is going to be picking up the child, please inform the Director at check in.

 

Camp Quarterman Code of Behavior:

Adherence to the Camp Quarterman Code of Behavior is required from everyone who is a part of the summer camp program, including campers, volunteers and staff.

 

·         I will treat everyone with respect and dignity.

·         I will not use inappropriate language during my stay at Camp Quarterman.

                ·         I understand that each person has physical boundaries and I will not step over their boundaries.  

·         I understand that sexual misconduct is unacceptable with the campers, counselors and staff and will not be tolerated.  This includes sexual harassment, jokes containing sexual material or sexual conduct. 

·         I understand that the use of alcohol, illegal drugs and tobacco products are prohibited during my stay.  

·         I will treat others, as I would expect to be treated.  

·         I will treat the facilities with care and not abuse the property.  

·         I will have a positive attitude and encourage everyone to do the same.

 

Mail:  Mail is an important part of your camper’s experience here at Camp Quarterman.  Please feel free to write to them often.  Do not send large packages or any type of food or candy.

 

Camper mail should be addressed:

                                                                Camp Quarterman

                                                                Camper Name

                                                                232 East Cottonwood Street

                                                                Amarillo, Texas 79108

 

Telephone and Cell Phone Policy:  Campers are not allowed to make or receive phone calls during a camp session.  Exceptions will be made in emergencies and urgent cases with special permission from the Camp Director.

 

Emergencies:  In the event you need to reach a camper due to an urgent matter or an emergency, please call the BQCC office.  If no one is available, the answering machine will direct you to the Camp Director’s cell phone number.

 

Visitor Policy:  VISITORS WILL NOT BE ALLOWED DURING CAMP SESSIONS!  This includes parents or social visits from family or friends.  This is for the safety of the campers and staff.

 

Additional Information:

  1. Responsible care of all buildings and facilities is expected of all campers.  In cases of willful destruction of property or natural surroundings, parents will be asked to pay for damage.

  2. If a camper forgets an item of necessity, the camp will provide it for him/her.  Parents are to never bring items or visit camp without permission from the camp director. 

  3. Rooming requests will not be accepted, unless special circumstances or needs are explained prior to check-in.

  4. Campers that drive themselves to camp will be expected to turn in their car keys upon arrival to camp.

Directions to the Bishop Quarterman Conference Center are on the website www.bqcc.org or feel free to call the office at (806) 383-6878.