Can I get a copy of the Parent Handbook Online?
Yes, The Parent Handbook is available as an Acrobat PDF file. Click Here to view online or download. Adobe Acrobat Reader is required to view it. This booklet provides information on how to get here, what to bring and what not to bring, camp policies, activities, pickup & drop off procedures, and some history of the camp. Some of the more common questions and answers are listed below.

Who can attend Camp Westminster?
Anyone can attend, within the age requirements of a particular session. We are a non-denominational Christian Camp that welcomes all believers and non-believers.

How many campers come to a session?
When full, we have 160 campers per session.

How many campers are there in each cabin?
There are up to, but not more than 10 campers, and at least two counselors in each cabin.

What is the counselor ratio?
At least one counselor for every 4 campers. And on average we have one counselor to every 3 campers.

Where do we get our staff?
Our staff consists of college students and a few high school juniors and seniors. We recruit from Christian colleges and Churches, but many of our staff come by referral from campers, existing staff, and alumnae. All of our staff completes a minimum 11-day staff training requirement prior to each camping season.

Is there a nurse?
We will always have a nurse on the premises. In case of emergencies, Rockdale county hospital is less than 5 miles away.

What if my child gets sick and needs to see a doctor?
Our insurance does not permit us to transport your child to the doctor. You, or someone you know will need to pick them up and take them to your physician. Or, if you prefer, we have a doctor who will come to see you. If the doctor says it is okay for your child to return to camp, we would love to have him/her back.

Will my child be able to be with his friend?
Yes, but make sure you indicate this on the registration form. Waiting until you get to camp to ask to for a particular cabin buddy might be too late.

What activities are available at Camp Westminster?
The activities include: sports (soccer, volleyball, basketball, baseball, and other team/field games), horseback riding, swimming, canoeing, fishing, arts & crafts, dance, drama, news paper, cooking, music, sign language, ropes courses (climbing tower and high & low ropes courses), paintball (for campers 10 and up), and much more. Campers will sign up for their activities on Sundays after supper. Each day is divided into five 1½-hour activity periods in all sessions except Horsemanship and Challenger.

Besides activities, what else do campers do?
Each morning after breakfast, campers attend a Bible study in their cabin. They have two activity periods, lunch, a 45-minute rest period, three more activity periods, supper, an all-camp activity, and then canteen. Each day ends with a Vespers which includes camp singing, Bible songs, and a brief message from the staff. Then it's back to the cabins for a short cabin devotion, showers, and bed time.

What should I bring?
From the Parent's Handbook:

Sleeping bag or sheets & blanks, pillow
Towels (pool & bath) and washcloths
Pajamas
Personal toiletries, including soap, shampoo,
Toothbrush, toothpaste
Clothes (please send extra changes of clothes)
Rainwear
Mud field clothes (old shoes and clothes) (Horsemanship/Challenger/Senior Blast weeks)
Swimsuit (modest one piece for girls)
Laundry bag
Suitcase, duffel bag or trunk
Flashlight and batteries
Bible & notebook
Closed toe shoes (please send extra pair)
Shoes with heels (if you are taking the horse class)
Jeans (for riding)
Insect repellent
Camera/film (optional) (a photo CD with the week’s pictures is available in the canteen on Saturdays)
Fan & extension cord (optional, but highly recommended)
Prescription or over-the-counter meds (all medications MUST be turned into to nurse at check-in)

DO NOT Bring
Knives, firearms, radios, tapes CDs or MP3 players, cell phones, electronic toys (i.e. Game Boys) Any of these items will be confiscated and kept in the main office until the end of your camp session.

What about the fee structure?
Each child must pay the $75 registration fee. The tuition should be paid at least two weeks prior to the start of your session. If we do not receive your forms and payment by that date, you will forfeit your reservation and be placed on a waiting list for that session. Please do not send money to camp with your child. Campers go to canteen twice a day and the cost is included in tuition. Canteen will be open during drop-off and pickup to buy snacks, camp shirts, and a photo CD of your Child’s week at camp.

What if we are sending more than one child?
There are several discounts available. Check the Schedule/Costs page for more details.

What if we have a church group that wants to come to camp?
We have church groups that come to camp during the summer. We offer discount rates and a variety of plans to fit the size of your group. Please check out our group rates or call the office for details.

Does Camp Westminster have scholarship assistance?
Yes, we have limited ability to help with tuition. You must first register and pay the $75 registration fee. The registration fee is refunded if the Scholarship is denied. You must make sure to mark the box on the form for scholarship information. Your request will be evaluated and in most cases we are able to help.

What is the Refund Policy?
The $75 registration fee is non-refundable. Remaining tuition paid is fully refundable until two weeks prior to your registered session.