1. What kinds of things do you do at camp?
   We have so many things to do here, including swimming, horseback riding, climbing wall, arts & crafts, and much, much more. For a more complete list, take another look at our Activities page
   
   
2. Will I get to try every activity?
   Like we said, we have so many things to do here - and we’re always inventing new things, too. Every overnight camper will get to try all of the activities we offer at least once. Our day campers also get a great sample of the activities; but our high ropes course is a special challenge offered to overnight campers only! Camp is all about being outside and trying new things. However, sometimes things like the weather can affect how we schedule our activities. We will make every effort but cannot guarantee that if an activity is cancelled; it will be made up. You can be sure of one thing: no matter how long you’re here, you’ll be busy with a fun-filled mix of good old camp favorites and things you’ve never even imagined!
   
   
3. What if I feel like I’m missing home?
   We’ll be keeping you busy doing all that fun stuff, and we discourage our campers from calling home during camp. Our staff is well trained to look out for the signs of missing home, and they know how to make campers feel better. If a camper continues to miss home for more than a full day, our staff will call home to discuss options to help the camper continue at camp for the rest of the session. If for some reason it becomes necessary to leave camp early, we regret that we cannot offer a refund. We hire staff and purchase equipment and supplies based upon the number of campers who register each year.
   
   
4. Can camp visits be scheduled?
   In order to provide for the safety of our campers, we do not allow visitors during any summer session. If it becomes imperative that you see your child, please contact the Camp Director. We do, however, encourage email as a means of communication. Feel free to contact your camper by emailing kampakomplish@melwood.org, and put the camper’s name in the subject line.
   
   
5. Can we bring food to camp or receive care packages?
   Overnight campers enjoy three meals and a snack here every day. Day campers enjoy two meals and a snack before they return home. Packages are a great way to show campers that someone at home cares. Please be aware that any food arriving in a care package will be stored by counselors. We strongly discourage campers arriving with food in their luggage.
   
   
6. Speaking of food, how about meeting special dietary needs?
   We try to accommodate all campers and staff, while serving three meals and two snacks to the entire camp daily. Typically, every meal has a vegetarian option and there are always peanut butter, jelly and marshmallow fluff available. If you have a special diet, please let us know well in advance and we will do what we can to accommodate you. If your camper requires a specific special diet, such as ‘Gluten Free,’ we ask that you bring that food to Kamp.
   
   
7. What if I don’t know anyone else at camp?
   Kamp A-Kom-Plish is an incredibly friendly place! We are very experienced at introducing campers, and then they just kind of take over and become great friends. We see it happen day after day, summer after summer. And sometimes camp is a great opportunity to start over – without having to be exactly what your schoolmates sort of expect you to be. You make some of your closest friends ever, right here at camp.
   
   
8. Is there an opportunity to talk to the counselor and find out how everything went?
   You are more than welcome to call or email the Recreation Center while your child is here to check in.
   
   
9. When I return home, what if I am missing some of my personal belongings?
   While we make a valiant effort to help campers keep track of their belongings, inevitably we have lost and mixed up possessions. We encourage you to pack older, less costly clothing items and to leave valuables at home. There will be a lost and found box on the day campers head for home. Please take a look if you think you might have left something behind. Unfortunately, we cannot be responsible for missing items.
   
   
10. When I return home, what if I am missing camp?
    We encourage you to call us – and enroll for a return visit next summer!

We know we haven’t addressed all your concerns – these are just the most frequently asked questions. We urge you to call us with your additional questions, and we assure you that all details are thoroughly covered in our Parents Manual for families of enrolled campers.