At CYJ Midwest, we strive to provide all of our campers with a safe and fun-filled summer. Each summer we share amazing experiences that inspire, thrill, educate, and transform each camper. CYJ Midwest is proud to join the many high-quality not-for-profit camps in the country that believe the absence of cell phones and most electronics further enhances the growth and experience of each camper. Our policy prohibiting cell phones and most electronics also helps to maintain a safe atmosphere by eliminating safety issues that can be created by technology within the communal camp environment.
Therefore:
- No cell phones or devices with screens (except specific music MP3 players) are allowed at camp. This policy applies to all campers.
- Campers flying to camp many bring a cell phone or device, but it will be collected and stored in the camp safe when they arrive at camp.
*E-readers that connect to the internet are not allowed. We allow e-readers with pre-programmed books. Any damage to the e-reader brought to camp is not our responsibility. We recommend sending kids with physical books to read, which also allows them to share and switch with others when they are done.
Any device that is not allowed will be immediately confiscated. CYJ Midwest will not be responsible for loss or damage to confiscated devices.
Every family who sends their campers to CYJ Midwest shares our commitment to providing an experience within which their children can grow, learn and develop positive self-esteem. We cannot stress enough the importance of your role in supporting the critical camp policy that reflects the best practices throughout the residential camping network.
