FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
WHO OWNS CAMP PINEWOOD?
Camp Pinewood is owned and operated by the Idaho Regular Baptist Bible Camp Inc. and is a
501c3 non-profit that is run by the Southern Idaho Regular Baptist churches. We have 10 supporting churches and a board that consists of pastors and laymen from that association of churches. We have been operating in this location since 2000.
501c3 non-profit that is run by the Southern Idaho Regular Baptist churches. We have 10 supporting churches and a board that consists of pastors and laymen from that association of churches. We have been operating in this location since 2000.
IS THE CAMP OPEN YEAR-ROUND?
WHAT ARE SOME OF THE ACTIVITIES AT CAMP PINEWOOD THAT DO NOT COST EXTRA?
SUMMER: We have many activities that are included in the camp price. In the summer we offer a new play ground, large ball field, archery, bouldering, and disc golf. We have short hikes on camp and hikes in the surrounding area. We also have volleyball, Octo-ball, a slip n' slide and a nature center. A big hit on camp are the bicycles, we have approximately 30 bikes of all sizes for you to ride downtown or around camp.
WINTER: We have a great hill for sledding and we provide the inter tubes. We also have snow shoes for winter hikes and lots of snow for winter activities.
WINTER: We have a great hill for sledding and we provide the inter tubes. We also have snow shoes for winter hikes and lots of snow for winter activities.
WHAT ARE THE ACTIVITIES THAT COST EXTRA?
- Archery tag is a high-energy group game that involves shooting the opposite team with a bow and arrow (that has a large foam tip). Check out this video HERE . Great for kids and adults alike, it is available late April through mid October, it costs $5 per person for a session (usually a little more than an hour) Group rates available as well. We provide all the equipment.
HOW CLOSE ARE YOU TO TOWN?
Camp Pinewood is only a few blocks away from beautiful Payette lake. There are several public beaches that are within walking distance. Down town McCall, with shopping, ice cream and restaurants is also within walking or bicycling distance. We are 4 blocks from St. Luke's hospital as well.
HOW BIG IS CAMP PINEWOOD?
Camp Pinewood has approximately 48 mostly wooded acres, has about 200 beds, and can feed about 200 people (numbers in the winter are a little less)
CAN I BRING MY PET TO CAMP?
Service animals are allowed, but we need to know ahead of time to place you in the correct housing for you and your helper. We love our pets too, but we cannot have pets staying in the cabins or lodges. (Some exceptions if you are bringing your own RV) contact us
DO YOU ACCOMMODATE FOR SPECIAL DIETS?
Absolutely! We are happy to accommodate allergies. We have an allergy free area in our kitchen. If you have food allergies that are severe or complicated, we will work with you, just contact us. We will even provide gluten-free, dairy-free, vegetarian and vegan with pre-order.
WHY DO YOU CHARGE EXTRA PROCESSING FEES TO SIGN UP ON LINE?
All credit card processing companies charge fees, you may not see them in transactions you are familiar with, but they are there. We choose to show those fees and add them onto the end, this allows us to get 100% of the cost for camp, If you want to avoid the fees, You can send it in with a check or money order and ask us for the "no payment at this time" registration link.
WHAT ARE YOUR COVID-19 AND SAFETY PROCEEDURES?
Registrations, cancelations and refunds
Prior to registering a camper for camp, parents need to do an evaluation process.
camp this summer.
If camp is canceled, campers will be entitled to a full refund. They could have us hold the
payment for a future camp, or we will mail them a check, or they could donate the fee to our
scholarship fund.
Health and safety Guidelines
One of the most effective ways to minimize the spreading of the virus is to practice social
distancing, personal contact and increased sanitization.
Daily activities should support social distancing, striving to maintain at least 6 feet
between campers. For example:
Eliminate large group activities
Plan activities that do not require close physical contact between multiple children
Limit item sharing. If items must be shared, remind children to wash their hands
or not touch their faces after using the item.
Minimize time standing in lines
Incorporate additional outside time
Minimize personal contact between campers and campers and staff
No hugging, handholding, piggybacks, wrestling etc.
Increase the frequency of cleaning, sanitizing, and disinfecting the facilities.
Door handles, crash bars, doorknobs
Light switches
Entry windows
Counters and surfaces
Bathrooms
Encourage good hygiene practices
Frequent hand washing for at least 20 seconds
Use of hand sanitizer
Cover cough or sneeze
CDC recommends that all children 2 years and older should wear a cloth face covering
Over their nose and mouth when in community setting. (mainly chapel time)
Illness Policies
Parents should evaluate the health of their child before sending them to camp. If a child
displays symptoms of illness or is in a “high risk category” they should not attend camp.
If a child becomes ill while at camp, that child will be isolated and their parents will be
notified to come and get them. It is the parents’ responsibility to transport their child
home. The parents of the other campers in the cabin will be notified that a camper
became ill in their child’s cabin.
Food Service
Policies for food service operations.
Cafeteria style serving with social distancing
Outside dining with social distancing
Single serve food items rather than self-serve
Examples:
Served Salads – no salad bar
Individual condiment packages – salad dressing, ketchup, mustard, mayo etc.
Served drinks – no pitchers on tables
Increased sanitation procedures
Handwashing stations
Hand sanitizer upon entering dining area
Sanitizing surfaces
download a copy of this document
Prior to registering a camper for camp, parents need to do an evaluation process.
- Is the camper(s) in a high risk category for contracting COVID 19?
- Is the camper(s) displaying any symptoms of COVID 19?
- Has the camper(s) been exposed to someone that either has been exposed, displays symptoms or is infected with COVID 19 within 14 days?
camp this summer.
If camp is canceled, campers will be entitled to a full refund. They could have us hold the
payment for a future camp, or we will mail them a check, or they could donate the fee to our
scholarship fund.
Health and safety Guidelines
One of the most effective ways to minimize the spreading of the virus is to practice social
distancing, personal contact and increased sanitization.
Daily activities should support social distancing, striving to maintain at least 6 feet
between campers. For example:
Eliminate large group activities
Plan activities that do not require close physical contact between multiple children
Limit item sharing. If items must be shared, remind children to wash their hands
or not touch their faces after using the item.
Minimize time standing in lines
Incorporate additional outside time
Minimize personal contact between campers and campers and staff
No hugging, handholding, piggybacks, wrestling etc.
Increase the frequency of cleaning, sanitizing, and disinfecting the facilities.
Door handles, crash bars, doorknobs
Light switches
Entry windows
Counters and surfaces
Bathrooms
Encourage good hygiene practices
Frequent hand washing for at least 20 seconds
Use of hand sanitizer
Cover cough or sneeze
CDC recommends that all children 2 years and older should wear a cloth face covering
Over their nose and mouth when in community setting. (mainly chapel time)
Illness Policies
Parents should evaluate the health of their child before sending them to camp. If a child
displays symptoms of illness or is in a “high risk category” they should not attend camp.
If a child becomes ill while at camp, that child will be isolated and their parents will be
notified to come and get them. It is the parents’ responsibility to transport their child
home. The parents of the other campers in the cabin will be notified that a camper
became ill in their child’s cabin.
Food Service
Policies for food service operations.
Cafeteria style serving with social distancing
Outside dining with social distancing
Single serve food items rather than self-serve
Examples:
Served Salads – no salad bar
Individual condiment packages – salad dressing, ketchup, mustard, mayo etc.
Served drinks – no pitchers on tables
Increased sanitation procedures
Handwashing stations
Hand sanitizer upon entering dining area
Sanitizing surfaces
download a copy of this document
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