FAQ’s for Camp Lakeside Overnight Camp
WHAT KIND OF CAMP ARE YOU?
Camp Lakeside is a 100-acre swath of fields and forest located on the breathtaking Clarks Hill Lake in Lincolnton, GA. We are a co-ed residential camp serving 8-13 year olds. We offer a wide variety of elective activities, including athletics, arts, and waterfront activities!
WHAT KIND OF CAMPERS DO YOU SERVE?
Our campers—boys and girls ages 8-13—come primarily from the Greater Augusta area, although some come from other states. They stay at camp for anywhere from one to six weeks. During their stay, campers are divided into cabins by age and gender.
WHERE WILL MY CHILD BE LIVING? HOW ARE LIVING GROUPS DETERMINED?
Our campers live in modern, barracks-style cabins, with up to 25 campers and no less than two counselors per cabin. Cabins have electricity, AC, and heat, with toilets and showers located inside the cabin. Cabin groups are determined by gender, grade and age; children may request to be with a buddy of the same grade and age when they register. Campers have ample opportunity to spend time with children of other ages, grades and genders during activities throughout the day.
WHEN DOES YOUR CAMP OPERATE?
Our overnight summer camp operates for six weeks in June and July.
We offer one and two week options. Campers can choose to stay all 6-weeks over the summer if they desire.
Session 1 – June 10 – June 22
- 1A – June 10 – June 15
- 1B – June 17 – June 22
Session 2 – July 1 – July 14
- 2A – July 1 – July 6
- 2B – July 8 – July 13
Session 3 – July 15 – July 20
How much does camp cost?
For one week sessions the cost is $450 for members and $550 for non-members
For two week sessions the cost is $800 for members and $900 for non-members
There is a $50 deposit for each week
When is camp drop off?
Camper drop-off is on Sundays between 2:00 pm and 4:00 pm
When is camper pick-up?
Camper pick-up is on Saturdays between 9:00 am and 11:00am
Can I visit my child while they are at camp?
Yes. Please notify us ahead of time, and you may come for dinner during any evening of camp. For those whose children will be at camp for more than two weeks, parents can choose to take their child home on Saturday and return on Sunday, or may come for a visit on Saturday. Please contact the director to arrange visits.
Can I speak to my child on the phone while they are at camp?
We are unfortunately unable to accommodate social calls for campers. Your child will be allowed to call you in case of any emergency, and you may send him or her mail any time.
Can I send my child (snail) mail?
Yes! This is the best way to communicate with campers.
Can I send my child e-mails?
Yes, information will be included in your parent packet.
Can I send my child care packages?
Yes, but you may not send food of any kind.
What if my child becomes sick at camp?
All of our staff are trained in first aid and CPR. If a camper is ill and has to spend significant time in the infirmary, you will be contacted and updated on the situation.
What if my child is homesick?
Being homesick is natural occurrence. It is best to prepare your camper for this before hand. Our staff our trained to deal with campers who become homesick. If the camper exhibits prolonged homesick behavior the family will be contacted a plan put into place.
DOES MY CHILD NEED TO KNOW HOW TO SWIM?
No. We accept children of all swim levels at our camp.
DOES YOUR DINING HALL ACCOMMODATE SPECIFIC DIETARY NEEDS?
Yes! Our Dining Hall aims to accommodate the needs of all our campers, including gluten intolerance, lactose intolerance, nut allergies, vegetarianism and veganism. If your camper has specific needs, let us know and we can discuss how best to accommodate them!
WHAT HAPPENS WHEN IT RAINS?
We are an outdoor camp, so when it rains, we remain outside as long as it is safe to do so. However, we also have great rainy day activities. In cases of extreme weather, we transition campers inside for safety, or into our weather-secure multi-purpose building as a precaution. In the event we do so, we will notify all parents and provide periodic updates.