Camper Health and Safety
At
Camp Wright, we strive to make each camper's experience a happy, healthy one. We
understand that campers will require medical care for a variety of reasons while
at camp. We ask families to provide all pertinent medical and behavioral health
information on the camper health forms, found
here and in the registration packet. During all camp sessions, camper health
care is supervised by an RN. During resident camp sessions, and RN, EMT or MD is
on site at all times. Additionally, all staff are certified in first aid and
CPR. Please speak with your child about his or her health while at camp, and
encourage him or her speak with a counselor or visit the nurse when necessary.
Camp Wright has standing orders which cover most minor ailments. The camp nurse
can provide campers with some over the counter medications, sunscreen, aloe vera
gel, bandages, cold drinks of water, and some TLC when necessary.
Illness at
Camp
Should a camper need
more care than can be provided at Camp Wright, parents will be contacted. Camp
Wright also works with an off site physician when additional care is required.
If a camper becomes ill, campers may stay in the infirmary for 24 hours under
the care of the camp nurse. If the ailment persists or progresses, parents will
be contacted to take their child home. Campers may return to camp after they
have recovered and are no longer contagious.
Dietary Needs
and Food Allergies
Camp Wright is able
to accommodate many dietary needs and restrictions. Please include this
information on the health form. We are a peanut free facility. Campers who
receive peanut products in care packages, or bring peanut products to camp, will
be asked to store them in the office until check-out day.
Special Needs
Parents of campers
with special needs should contact our office sooner rather than later in order
to ensure the a safe, fun camp experience. We strive to provide an environment
where all children can participate fully in the camp experience, and we work
closely with families to provide accommodations for children with special needs.
Due to our staffing structure and rustic facilities, not all special needs can
be accommodated. Please call to schedule a camp tour and information session to
see if Camp Wright might be for you.