FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions About Camp
Registration:
What are the grade requirements for campers?
Children’s Camp includes campers that have completed the 3rd grade to have completed the 6th grade; while Student Camp includes campers that have completed the 6th grade to have completed the 12th grade at the start of the summer camp season.
How do I, as a Group Leader, register my group?
You can access the online registration by going to our website starting the first Monday of November. You will find a group registration button on the web site under Summer Camp.
How do I, as a parent, register my camper?
All registration is done through your church group. You the parent will receive an email registration invitation or registration link from their church group leader to register their camper(s) online. All camp fees are paid to the church group.
If a week of camp is full, is there a waiting list?
Yes, there is a waiting list. Contact the Camp Office to be added to the Waitlist.
Do you offer scholarships?
Yes, Camp Siloam does offer Church Scholarships, opening January 4 and closing May 15. Group Leaders only can apply below.
Click HERE for the Scholarship Application
If my camper cancels, can we be refunded?
If a camper cancels for medical reasons, you can be refunded. The Group Leader should contact camp.
Arrival/Departure:
When should our group arrive for camp?
You should arrive at camp on the arrival date of your session between 1:00-3:15 PM.
Can a camper arrive with someone other than the group?
We prefer the camper arrive with the church but call the Camp Office for extenuating circumstances.
When should our group arrive for camp?
You should arrive at camp on the arrival date of your session between 1:00-3:15 PM.
Can a camper arrive with someone other than the group?
We prefer the camper arrive with the church but call the Camp Office for extenuating circumstances.
When will our group leave?
Your group will leave on the departure day of your session between 10:30-11:00 AM.
Can my camper arrive late or leave early?
If needing to arrive late/or leave early, prior arrangements must be made with your Group Leader. Then the parent must meet the Group Leader at the Camp Office during office hours with their camper.
Housing/Activities:
Where will campers sleep on camp?
There are 9 regular air-conditioned bunkhouses containing 47 bunkrooms. Your Church Group will be assigned a bunkroom for boys and a separate bunkroom for girls.
May we request to bunk with another group?
You may request to bunk with another church by calling the Camp Office at (479) 250-1865. Although, this is not a guarantee that you will be with the requested group.
May we request a certain bunkhouse?
You may request a certain bunkhouse by calling the Camp Office at (479) 250-1865. Although, this is not a guarantee that you will be assigned the requested bunkhouse.
Do all bunkrooms have the same number of beds?
No, our bunkrooms have a varying number of beds. The majority of the bunkrooms have a 24-camper capacity with 12 twin-sized bunk beds.
Will we be sharing a bunkroom?
More than likely, yes. If you are a smaller church with smaller groups of girls and boys, then there is a good chance that you will bunk with another church group.
Will there be a Camp Siloam Summer Staff in our bunkroom?
There is a possibility that you will have one of our Summer Staff (known as a Cabin Lead, assigned to your bunkhouse acting as your host for the week) in your bunkroom, but it is not likely.
Medical:
Does the online Medical Information need to be completed?
Yes, the Medical Information portion of the online registration must be completed and signed by an adult. Attendees cannot come to camp without this important information.
Do you have accommodations for campers with food allergies?
Yes, we can make some accommodation for campers with food allergies (camper parents complete a Food Allergy portion as part of the online Medical Information). To see more information, go to the Group Leader Help Page below.
Click HERE for the Group Leader Help Page
What kind of medical help is available at camp?
A First Aid Coordinator, 2 First Aid Summer Staff and 2-3 First Aid Volunteers are available during the camp sessions.
Who is responsible for camper care?
The Group Leader(s), are the first course of action in caring for your camper(s). Campers will be more comfortable with your first aid care, and you are more than capable of caring for them in most situations. Our First Aid Team is always available for serious needs.
Are campers required to turn in medications?
Yes, your camper must bring their prescription medications in the original containers, as well as a printed, completed and signed copy of the Medication Check In Form.
What if my camper wants to keep the EpiPen, inhaler, insulin, or eye/ear drops?
We encourage you to keep these rescue medications for your camper, so they can be quickly accessed if needed.
My camper’s medications need to be refrigerated; is there a place to store them?
Yes, your group will be able to store camper medications needing refrigeration at the Dining Hall Med Corner. This should be noted on the Medication Check In Form.
Do you accommodate children who have specific or special needs?
Unfortunately, we are not able to accommodate children who can't function within our camp structure. For more information to help you decide if Camp Siloam would be a good fit for your camper, please email info@campsiloam.com or call (479) 250-1865.
Do you have handicapped-accessible accommodation?
Yes, we have a few handicapped-accessible buildings, but for the most part our buildings are not ADA approved. Also, Camp Siloam is situated over quite a distance that requires a lot of walking along graveled terrain.
Do you have handicapped-accessible accommodation?
Yes, we have a few handicapped-accessible buildings, but for the most part our buildings are not ADA approved. Also, Camp Siloam is situated over quite a distance that requires a lot of walking along graveled terrain.
General:
How much extra money should my camper bring to camp?
We recommend campers bring $30 to $60 to camp as spending money.
How do camp Store Cards work?
Store Cards act as a prepaid, cashless spending account designed primarily for campers to buy merchandise, snacks or gear at camp without physically carrying money.
How do I add money to my camper’s Store Card?
Parents, grandparents or guardians can load a specific amount of store credit (e.g., $50) onto a camper’s account during the initial online registration process using their credit card. It can also be loaded later by returning to the family dashboard.
Can cash or credit card be used to make a purchase at the Camp Store/Hub?
Yes, cash or a credit card can be used to make purchases at the Camp Store/The Hub.
What happens to the leftover funds on the Store Card at the end of camp?
All Store Card overage will be donated to the summer mission fund.
*NOTE: Each year, Camp Siloam partners with a specific mission organization. Campers may use their money to put toward the mission offering during Thursday night worship.*
What kind of items are sold at your concessions store?
Our concession store, The Hub, sells a variety of fried foods, chips, candy, ice cream, soft drinks, and our iconic Julep slushies.
What is your merch and how much does it cost?
Our retail store, Two Canoes, sells Camp Siloam merchandise such as hoodies, shirts, sweaters, hats, water bottles, and more. Toys and other fun knick-knacks can be purchased at Two Canoes as well.
What if my camper leaves something at camp?
All items found at camp are kept until a month after the last day of camp. You can complete the Lost and Found Form below, which will be received directly at the Camp Office. We will contact you if we find your item.
Click HERE for the Lost and Found Form
Can I visit my camper at camp?
We’re excited to welcome visitors on Day 3 of a session from 2:00-4:00 PM, with pre-approval from the Camp Siloam administration. Contact your leader for specifics.
What does a camper eat on a typical week at camp?
Below you can click and find a camp menu example. The menu details what campers would eat in a day of and what the available options are.
Click HERE for a camp menu example
Are there volunteer opportunities during summer camp?
Camp Siloam welcomes First Aid Volunteers every summer. These are doctors, nurses, medical professionals, and other trained individuals who volunteer to help with first aid at camp during a session of camp.