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Check out Frequently Asked questions in Parents home page.
May I be in the same tent as my best friend from home?
We recommend that campers from the same home town not be in the same
tent. That way each of you can make four new friends right away. The
daily schedule is done in such a way that you can go to activities
with whomever you wish.
May I request to be with a certain counselor or a camper from last
year?
We will consider your request, but cannot promise because of the tent
housing arrangements. Many things are taken into consideration when
setting up the tent groups including age, hometown, prior tent mates
and session.
How bad are the bugs?
In late June the bugs have basically disappeared. If you are bothered
by bugs we recommend a personal Bug Hut (made by MSR) or Winona can
supply a bug net for your bed after you arrive.
How cold is the water?
The swims after mountain trips are cold in the mountain streams. But
Moose Pond is very mild. It may seem cold at first, but after a busy
day on the fields and in the riding ring the water feels great!
May I bring my video games?
We have such a busy schedule; there is no time for video games. Camp
is a time to leave the video games, television, computer and phone
at home!
May I check my e-mail?
Unfortunately, Winona
does not have the capacity for everyone to send e-mail. We do download
e-mails sent to you at our camp address – information@winonacamps.com
and print them out for you. International campers are encouraged to
write faxes, but the same e-mail issues apply.
What about the telephones?
Campers do not have an opportunity to use phones, including cell phones.
Again camp does not have the capacity and also believes the summer
is a good time to get away from the phones. Your counselor can use
the phones to contact your parents if there is an urgent message.
May I receive care packages?
Packages from home are encouraged as long as they do not contain food.
Hot summer in the tents with lots of squirrels around is not a good
place to store food. Other items like magazines and small toys are
always fun to have in the tent.
What is the food like?
The food is good with lots to choose
from in our dining hall. We eat family style, everyone sitting at a
table with a staff or camper waiter.
Breakfast include cereals, with a hot entrée of eggs or pancakes.
Lunch is the typical pizza or grilled cheese, with salad and fruit
options. Dinner varies, but includes chicken and pasta with salad,
vegetables and fresh breads. For those who prefer something else, PB&J
(or Fluff) are available at each meal.
When do I see my cousin who is in another unit?
Before each meal all the campers gather outside the dining hall. This
is a great time to catch up friends and family from other units. The
other chance is at movie night on Tuesdays. All the units gather in
the Cobb Building for a big screen movie, popcorn and soda.
May I go to my favorite activity all the time?
The sign-up system varies by unit, but each tent takes a turn going
first. One day you can choose your favorite activity but the next you
may have to try something else. The activity counselor may also be
teaching requirements which you have already accomplished.
Do I have to do an activity I do not like?
You have the choice of which activities you go to. Although it may
not be your favorite, trying a new activity can be fun.
I have never done the outdoor stuff.
That’s
no problem; everybody learns the basics at Winona before moving onto
more advanced skills. It is a great place to learn new
skills for the first time. Lots of campers (and staff) learn new skills
at camp that quickly turn into passions for a particular activity.
Making new friends is hard.
That may be true at times, but at Winona everyone is immediately part
of a tent group and teams. New friends are made each day at Winona,
and those friends last a lifetime!
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