Youth Conference

Conference Rules

• All campers must be age 15 (having completed at least grade 9) - age 25.
• All electronic devices should be left home.
• Smoking is not permitted.
• No alcoholic beverages or energy drinks may be consumed.
• Young men and women must not enter the vicinity of each other’s cabins for any reason.
• Campers staying for the duration of the conference may not use personal vehicles during the time at camp.
• All young people will carpool from PRTS, 2965 Leonard NE, Grand Rapids, MI 49525
• “Quiet Time” is from 11:15 PM to 6:30 AM.
• Residents of cabins or rooms will be held responsible to pay for any damaged items.
• Camp management’s permission is required for removing furniture, bedding, or equipment from buildings.
• Attendance at all meals, topics, and campfire gatherings is required.
• No fires are permitted except for the evening campfire. No fireworks.
• Each camper will participate in assigned cabin/grounds/kitchen clean-up duties.
• Skirts are not mandatory for topics, but skirts or shorts must come close to the knee (pants are also allowed).
• One-piece swimwear is required for young women and should only be worn in the swimming area.
• Adequate cover-ups over bathing suits (other than towels) are necessary to and from the swimming area.
• Note: tankinis are okay if no midriff shows when standing. If midriff shows, wear a T-shirt over it.
• Young men may wear pants or shorts to topics. A shirt must be worn at all times outside the swimming area.
• Campers are expected to dress modestly and appropriately at all times.**

NOTE:

Camper Agreement

I agree to participate in the activities of the conference and cooperate with my chaperones and camp directors. I agree to be respectful of other campers, the camp directors, chaperones, and their property. I will not damage or deface the campgrounds. I have read the conference rules above and will conduct myself in accordance with them. I understand that if I break this agreement, I will be subject to discipline, may be sent home immediately, and may not be allowed to attend future conferences. I agree I will not come to camp if I have had a fever or cough in the week prior to camp or if any of the members of my household have been diagnosed with COVID-19 in the two weeks prior to camp.

1. I approve that the above-named registrant will attend the HRC Youth Conference.
2. The registrant’s health condition is suitable for him/her to participate in camp activities.
3. I understand that all due precautions will be taken. In spite of this, I acknowledge that accidents and illnesses do occur. I will not hold Camp Michiwana, HRC, camp directors, or camp chaperones liable for any accident or illness which occurs during the conference.
4. In case of a medical emergency, I give permission to medical personnel selected by the camp directors to hospitalize and secure proper treatment (including medicine, anesthesia, and/or surgery) for my child. In the event of an emergency, this form may be photocopied and distributed as needed.
5. I will oversee the clothing my child packs for camp and that it will be in conformance with the above guidelines.
6. I have read and agree to the conference rules. If it is deemed necessary by the camp directors that my child be sent home, I will be responsible for the expenses incurred, including transportation. I also realize that all registration and conference fees are forfeited in such an event.
7. I agree I will not send my child to camp if he/she has had a fever or cough in the week prior to camp or if any of the members of his/her household have been diagnosed with COVID-19 in the two weeks prior to camp.

The fee for camp is $155 (US funds only) for those who register before Monday, June 14. The fee is $180 for those who register after June 14. This includes all meals and lodging.