Our camper’s health and safety is our top priority. Our camps operate in accordance with the high standards of Girl Scouts of the USA, New York State health laws and Suffolk County health regulations. Inspection reports concerning our camps and full written safety plan are on file at the health department.
Health/Medical
A health supervisor is on duty at all times. All camp staff are 18 years old or older and trained in CPR, First Aid, and Epi-pen procedures.
Current camper medical history reports are on file and a written medical plan is approved by the Health Department.
Our immunization policy will be as follows: Parents/Caregivers must provide documentation that their child has received NYS required immunizations including two doses of the MMR vaccine.
Staff
All directors have experience in camping administration or supervision and meet the requirements for NYS health code. Training is required and provided for all camp staff. During camp (on and off site), our safety ratio is 1 counselor to 8 campers.
During off-site trips for Teen-ventures, Trip Leader and accompanying staff are trained on all health/safety procedures, specific to field trips as well.
Fire Safety
We practice periodic fire drills for both campers and staff on-site and all fire safety precoedure are held in accordance with NYS law. Campfires are held in a desginated fire circle area and operated by trained staff.
Food & Nutrition
Food preparation and handling activities are reviewed to assure safe and sanitary practices. Kitchen staff are certified in food handling procedures.
Swimming/Lakefront
Our swimming program and all waterfront activities are administered according to American Red Cross standards and New York State health laws. We maintain a safety ratio of 1 counselor to 8 campers and use of the “buddy system” for all aquatic activities. Campers are swim tested weekly and non-swimmers are kept in water less than chest deep. Life preservers are worn for lakefront activities.
Archery
Our archery range is in a designated location at a safe distance from other activities and our Range Leaders are certified by USA Archery.