Welcome to 253 Lacrosse Camp @ Pacific Lutheran University The information in this packet is IMPORTANT Feel free to call us with questions at any time: Courtney Stringer, Camp Director at (425) 785-7816 CHECK-IN AT CAMP GETTING TO CAMP Date: 7/9/2018 Time: 8:00 AM [Overnight Camp Check-In] Time: 9:00 AM [Day Camp Check-In] Location: Tingelstad Hall Address: 12180 Park Ave S, Tacoma, WA Check-in: Tingelstad Hall (see attached map) Camp starts promptly at 9:30 a.m Be prepared to start with skill evaluations after orientation Overnight campers should be settled into their rooms, wearing appropriate athletic clothing, and equipment to include your stick and mouth guard Have goggles or pads/helmets ready and accessible The most direct exit is the Parkland-Spanaway exit off of Highway 512 Turn right (south) on Pacific Avenue S Turn right on 122nd Turn left on Park Ave and take the next right on 125th Take a right at the stop sign The road will wind to the left and parking is located on the left near the tennis courts You will see signs for Tingelstad Hall and camp check-in DAY CAMP HOURS LAST DAY OF CAMP Time: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Date: 7/12/2018 Camp ends at 5:00 p.m on Thursday, followed by overnight camper check-out We are unable to accommodate early dismissal on the last day unless otherwise arranged with the camp director PARENT ORIENTATION – ALL PARENTS Time: 9:30 AM – 10:00 AM Location: Tingelstad Hall, 1st floor lounge Parents are invited to spend the final afternoon having lunch at camp, watching the closing tournaments and games Please join us for any or all of these activities Schedule is listed below Although Parent Orientation is highly encouraged, your attendance is not required During the Parent Orientation, camp directors will cover important camp information, review the camp schedule, provide emergency contacts and answer any questions Parent Lunch: 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM Location: Cafeteria Lunch ranges in price from $10-$12 for parents DROP OFF + PICK UP AT CAMP Tournaments + Games: 1:30 PM - 3:30 PM Closing Program Time: 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM Location: Turf Field Roommates are assigned prior to the first day of camp All roommate requests should be noted during registration If you forgot to note a roommate, a roommate can be added by logging into your registration and adding a roommate’s name All requests must be placed by Monday, July 2nd We will our best to accommodate roommate requests but they are not guaranteed Campers will be placed with age appropriate roommates Safety is our number one priority You may have anyone drop off your camper In order for a child to be picked up by someone other than the parent or guardian, a phone call to the camp director and a written note is required to release your camper This includes driving home with another camper CHECKLIST OF THINGS TO BRING: ROOMMATES Athletic shoes + cleats Campers per room: Warm-ups Bathrooms: Campers share a common bathroom on their floor Swimming Available: Yes Air-conditioned rooms: No MEALS If your child has food allergies or dietary needs, please note them on your registration We will make sure that the information is passed onto the Food Service Manager in charge and special dietary needs will be accommodated If special arrangements need to be made outside of accommodations with dining services, please contact Camp Director Courtney Stringer at 425-785-7816 pairs of shoes – cleats and comfortable turf shoes Sweats you can easily pull on and off over your shoes Athletic gear Everything you need to wear for lacrosse Lacrosse stick, mouth guard, and goggles or pads and helmet Water bottle Sleeping bag and pillow Sheets are provided We recommend bringing a sleeping bag and pillow for comfort Fan Rooms can be very hot This will help your room stay cool Alarm clock Coaches will wake up campers but it is a good idea to have your own clock in case you didn’t hear the wake-up call and to help you be on time for events Swimming suit (swimming is optional) Yoga mat Toiletries Towel, soap, toothbrush, toothpaste, shampoo, deodorant, etc Sun screen Letter writing supplies Pen, pencil, paper, envelope and stamp CAMP STORE Time: 9:00 PM - 10:00 PM Recommended: $75-$100 [food + swag] Types of items sold: Snacks, sweatshirts, sweatpants, bro-tank, shorts, socks, etc Notebook You may wish to record what you are learning Note: Campers are expected to wear appropriate athletic clothing No cut-off t-shirts or shorts; spaghetti strapped tanks and shirts must be worn over sports bras If we feel a camper is not dressed like an athlete or per camp guidelines, we will request they change outfits The camp bank is located near the check-in tables at camp on the first day Parents can give money to the camp bank under their camper’s name so that their camper may purchase merchandise or snacks from the camp store The camp bank takes cash or check On the last night, we offer slices of pizza and pop for purchase On the last day, unused bank money will be returned to parents and campers Time: 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM Location: Tingelstad Hall All overnight campers must check-out prior to departure Check-out includes gathering items from your residence hall room, returning keys and meal cards, collecting any remaining money at the camp bank and/or making any last minute purchases at the camp store CAMPER MAIL QUESTIONS Pacific Lutheran University Conferences & Events – 253 Lacrosse c/o CAMPER NAME Tacoma, WA 98447 If you need to contact a camper during camp, *Please send mail by first day of camp to ensure the camper receives it CHECK -OUT you may call camp director Courtney Stringer at (425) 785-7816 If no one answers, please leave a detailed message, make sure to include your campers first and last name We will call you back as soon as possible DO NOT BRING TO CAMP The following items are prohibited Bringing these items will result in immediate expulsion from camp − Tobacco products − Alcohol − Non-prescription drugs Additionally, the following items are not recommended to bring to camp: − Electronic devices such as iPads, iPods, Apple watches, video games, or TVs − Expensive jewelry − Other valuables Cell phones may be used during evening hours only and are to be kept in the dorm rooms Food items such as gum or sticky candy are not allowed 253 Lacrosse is not liable or responsible for lost and/or stolen items at camp We advise all campers to place valuables in the camp store such as money and transportation tickets for safe keeping for the duration of the camp HEALTH + SAFETY Parents will be contacted if an emergency occurs If necessary, medical emergencies are handled by local hospitals or clinics at the parent’s expense Prescriptions drugs need to be checked-in on the first day of camp and will be administered by the medical professional on staff Drugs, alcoholic beverages and cigarettes are strictly forbidden and constitute, along with general misconduct, grounds for immediate dismissal from camp without refund or credit CANCELLATION POLICY If you cancel before June 25, 2018 you will receive a refund of all camp tuition payments made After June 25, if you have to cancel for any reason, you will receive 50 percent tuition reimbursement or a camp credit for 50 percent of registrations made, valid through 2019, for any 253 Lacrosse activities and transferable to an immediate family member only THE 253 WAY 253 Lacrosse emphasizes the importance of goal setting, gratitude, positive attitude, integrity, and leadership Every camper is important and valued STAY CONNECTED WITH 253 www.253lacrosse.com www.facebook.com/253lacrosse www.twitter.com/253lax www.instagram.com/253lax