Athletics & Recreation

Camp Handbook

Our mission is to provide high-quality recreational and sport development day camps. We strive to provide developmentally appropriate activities that promote life-long learning of recreational and sport skills. These skills are learned in recreational and/or competitive settings to encourage each child to explore fun and diverse activities. 

Camp Contacts

For more information please contact the Campus Recreation team:
Email: rams@dal.ca
Phone: 902-893-6660

*The below information is up to date as of June 24, 2024 and is subject to change.

What to Bring

What to bring

  • Athletic attire: t-shirt, shorts, track pants, sweatshirt, sneakers
  • Sun-protective clothing and sunscreen
  • Rain gear for rainy days (if outdoor camp)
  • Water bottle
  • Nut-free snacks for breaks 

Labeling your child's belongings also makes it easier for our staff to identify and return lost items!

What not to bring 

  • Cell phones 
  • Collector cards (i.e. Pokemon cards)
  • Handheld games and electronics 
  • Toys and stuffed animals
  • Money or debit cards are discouraged

Arriving & Departing

Where to go

Camps will take place at the Langille Athletic Centre and the Dalhousie Agricultural Campus The civic address is 20 Cumming Drive.   

Parking

Parking passes are not required on our campus; simply park in any available spot that isn't an accessible zone or other desiganted spot. 

Check-in Procedures

Children will be checked-in at the Langille Centre Lobby.  Staff will be waiting to direct your child to their activity area. Check-in will begin no earlier than 30 minutes prior to the stated camp start time. 

Absences

Please email rams@dal.ca if your child will be absent from camp. 

Check-out Procedures

Check-out will take place at the same location as drop-off, at the stated program end time, for a period of 30 minutes. All participants must check out within that time frame. Photo ID is required at daily check out before children can be picked up from the program.

If your child is aged 12 years or older, they may leave the camp on their own at the end of the day if this option has been ticked on the waiver forms. Participants will be required to sign themselves out prior to leaving. 

Accidents & Emergencies

Our camp staff are trained in emergency procedures. In the event of a medical emergency we will assess the situation, take appropriate medical action and inform you as quickly as possible using the contact information you have provided on the Guardian Waiver and Release of Liability Form. 

Anaphylactic Allergies and Asthma

Please list any anaphylactic allergies that your child has and the emergency plan on the Anaphylaxis Action Form and/or asthma concerns on Supplemental Information and Medical Form. Parent(s)/guardians(s) are encouraged to discuss their child’s individual allergy/asthma needs with staff, as we need to be aware of any problems that may arise. All lifesaving devices such as an Epi-Pen, asthma inhalers, etc. are required to be with the participant at all times. 

Contacting your child during program time

If you have an emergency and need to contact your child during the camp, please call the Coordinator - Operations, Marketing and Facilities at 902-893-7567 or the general facility line at 902-893-6660.

To report daily camp absences, messages and general information, please email rams@dal.ca.

Lunches & Snacks

  • Our full-day summer camps include cafeteria-style lunches unless otherwise stated 
  • These lunches take place on campus at Jenkins dining hall. 
  • Please list any food allergies or dietary restrictions on the Supplemental Information and Medical Form
  • All snacks should be nut free.  

Participant Expectations

This section will outline the expectations of each child enrolled in our camps. We are charged with the safety of many children, and these expectations are important to ensure a fun and safe place for our campers to enjoy. Please take time to review these expectations with your child(ren) so they know what to expect while at camp.

Participant Code of Conduct 

Respect for Self

  • Take care of your belongings 
  • Listen and be attentive 
  • Be responsible for your actions 
  • Follow the rules 
  • Use an indoor/quiet voice when asked 
  • Line up quickly and quietly 

Respect for Others 

  • Treat others how you want to be treated 
  • Be kind 
  • Use helping hands (hands and feet to yourself) 
  • Wait your turn 
  • Look and listen to others 
  • Use fair play 

Respect for Environment 

  • Keep all belongings in your back pack 
  • Walk when traveling to and from activities 
  • Take care of things in camp 
  • Place your belongings in the appropriate spot (cubbies, benches, lockers) 
  • Respect the facilities you’re in 
  • Put garbage, recycling and compost in appropriate bins 
  • Put things back in proper place  

Respect for Fun

  • Be on time 
  • Give others space 
  • Listen to others 
  • Try to do your best 
  • Ask for help 
  • Use an indoor/quiet voice when asked 
  • Share and take turns 

Transfer & Refund Policy

Camp registrations must be paid in full at time of enrolment.

If the camp you are registered for is cancelled, you will receive a full refund (prorated, if applicable). 

You may withdraw from a camp by contacting rams@dal.ca up to seven (7) days prior to the camp start date for a refund.

There is no administrative charge for a camp transfer. No pro-rated refunds will be given for any camp days that are missed due to illness or vacation.

Please allow up to seven (7) business days for processing of all refunds.