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Why Camp Wigwam?
How does my camper get to Wigwam?
May I phone my camper?
Care Packages?
Visiting Day Policy
Spending Money
Cell Phones/ Electronics
Why Wigwam?
Prospective families most often ask the question;"What makes Wigwam so special?" As
soon as a new camper passes under the Totem Pole entrance for the first
time they become a
"Wigwammer" at that very moment.
The spirit, the camaraderie, the sense of community and the joy of
summer camp happen almost immediately in this nurturing and friendly
environment. For generations, boys have enjoyed this magical spot on the
shores of Bear Lake, returning year after year as campers, Counselors in
Training, full staff members, and ultimately as revered alumni.
Cherished memories, and lifelong friendships are forged and preserved in
this hallowed and traditional setting in the woods of Maine.
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Getting Here:
The Wigwam office will help arrange air transportation for any family
wishing to have their youngster fly to camp. Wigwam staff will escort
campers from every airport, as a Wigwam camper never flies unattended.
Camp Wigwam will arrange free coach transportation from the greater
Boston area on opening and closing dates each season, and will gladly
assist any family in making arrangements to meet that coach on those
dates. For families who choose to drive to Wigwam, directions may be
found on our web site.
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Telephone Policy:
Parents and campers are welcome to phone. We feel that keeping the
lines of communication open makes every camper and parent, whether
rookie or veteran, feel that much more comfortable. Parents are asked to
arrange a phone call through the Wigwam office so as to not disrupt the
daily schedule in taking a child away from an activity. Homesick camper's
phone calls will be scheduled so that the time in between calls
increases proportionally, and before long sad calls become enthusiastic
and happy ones. Parents are also encouraged to write,
e-mail or fax on
a regular basis.
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Care Packages:
Parents, grandparents, siblings and friends are welcome to send along a
care package. One of the great joys of the summer camp experience is
receiving a package from home. Please remember to include bunkmates and
counselors, as sharing of these packages is encouraged. Healthier snacks
are a good way to go, and non-perishables are a must.
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Visiting / Parents' Day:
Our schedule on Parent's day starts at 9:15 A.M. Parents, families and
friends are encouraged to accompany their camper(s) on their normal
morning schedule to get a feel for the normal camp day. At noon, a
sumptuous buffet lunch will be served on the lodge lawn while the 26th
Annual Wigwam Water Ski Extravaganza is presented. Families are then encouraged to participate in Wigwam's
Parent / Son Decathlon which is followed by our annual theatrical
production. Parents may then take their camper(s) out of camp for family
time and dinner, and are asked to return by 8:30 P.M.
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Spending Money:
Each family will be billed in the springtime, for a Canteen Account for
their camper. Cash will be distributed to each camper from their
Canteen Accounts as appropriate for trips outside of camp. Extra money that a child might bring
to camp on opening day is collected and kept in a safe in the office. We
refer to this as "envelope money." This account may be accessed by a
camper if he feels that a little extra money might be needed for a
specific trip (Fenway Park, Old Orchard Beach, Funtown, etc.). It is a
good idea for each camper to have some envelope money. We suggest
between $50-75 at the start of the season. That will be plenty until at
least Parent's Day.
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Electronics:
Cell Phones, DVD players and small refrigerators should be left at home.
Game Boy Player use will be restricted and supervised. Campers are
welcome to bring radios or CD players, but remember we are out in the
middle of the woods, and mother nature is not kind to sophisticated
electronic gear.
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