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Camp Hertko Hollow
Iowa’s Camp For Kids With Diabetes
1-855-502-8500
www.CampHertkoHollow.com
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Dear Campers and Parents,
Camp Hertko Hollow kicks off very soon and we are eagerly awaiting your
arrival! We have a lot of exciting things planned this year to make it better
than ever before. Some of the things you can look forward to are: having
fun, hiking, swimming, crafts, learning about the outdoors, and meeting new
friends who also have diabetes. Besides participating in all of the great
camp activities you will also learn more about diabetes, and will feel good
during your time with us.
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Your schedule will likely be very different at camp than at home. You will be
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times than you’re used to. This means that your blood sugar may also be
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different than when you’re at home. The medical staff review blood sugars *
multiple times every day and also once during the night. If necessary we
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may decide to change insulin doses during the week in an effort to keep
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blood sugars between 100 and 240. We work hard to prevent very high,
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and very low blood sugar levels. Please know that at camp we will always
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Please help us by:
• Completing the daily log titled,
“WEEK BEFORE CAMP” prior to your arrival
and bringing it with you to registration.
• Writing down the insulin doses you use at home
so that you can return to those after camp is over.
• Letting us know if you are not feeling well.
It is important that you are healthy when you arrive at camp.
We are excited to spend the week with you, and look forward to seeing you soon!
-Hertko Hollow Medical Staff
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Camp Mission Statement:
To provide an educational and recreational camping program for Iowa’s youth
between the ages of 6-17 who have diabetes. To promote diabetes management
skills to gain independence and a positive attitude for controlling the disease.
American Camp Association:
Both Camp Hertko Hollow and the Des Moines YMCA Camp have passed the strict
safety and operational standards from the American Camp Association and have
received accreditation. Together they provide a safe environment for all campers
regardless of race, religion, gender, creed, or special needs. www.acacamps.org
r Check-in/Check-out Procedures:
*Only authorized people will be allowed to pick up
w a camper. A person is authorized if his/her name is
listed on the authorization form. Please contact
our office to update this form if necessary.
*All persons authorized to pick up a camper must
show photo ID at the time of pick up. Campers will
not be released to anyone failing to show photo ID.
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*All campers must be checked in and checked out.
Please visit the camp office if you are dropping off or picking up your camper
during an unscheduled time.
*Please check out your campers during the following times (late pick-ups tend to
cause anxiety in campers).
Check-In Schedule:
Week-long Session: Sunday 2:00pm – 3:30pm
s. Mini Camp 1: Sunday 2:00pm – 3:30pm
Mini Camp 2: Wednesday 2:00pm – 3:30pm
Check-Out Schedule:
Week-long Session: Saturday 9:00am – 10:00am
Mini Camp 1: Wednesday 9:00am – 10:00am
Mini Camp 2: Saturday 9:00am – 10:00am
Financial Assistance Policy:
Generous contributions from a variety of donors ensures that no one is
turned away due to an inability to pay.
Camp Staff:
The Hertko Hollow staff and Y Camp staff are carefully screened and
selected to ensure the safest environment and highest quality experience for your camper. Each staff member attends training that teaches camper
relations, safety awareness, and programming options. Y Camp staff are required
to have current certifications in CPR,
First Aid, and AED.
Zero Tolerance Policy and Discipline:
The Camp Hertko Hollow (CHH) staff have been trained to deal with inappropriate behavior in a constructive, safe and non-degrading fashion. Campers will be
held responsible for their actions in a positive manner. Camp reserves the right to
send a camper home at the parent’s expense if the camper’s behavior consistently
takes away from the experience of others or endangers
the safety of him/her or others. A camper will immediately
be sent home for incidents concerning violence or threats
of violence. If any camper chooses to tease or physically
confront another camper with the intent to cause harm,
the camper will be expelled from camp at the discretion of
the Summer Camp Director. Refunds will not be provided
to camp families for campers sent home due to discipline
reasons. Parents are responsible for transporting campers from camp, and are
expected to respond in a timely fashion.
Illness or Injury:
In the event that a child may become ill or injured in a manner that would require
a stay in the Good Health Center, or need further attention by a Health Care Provider, the child’s parents will be contacted. To prevent your camper from overheating during the week, water bottles are provided by CHH.
If your child has special needs that require specific attention,
please notify us. We will make all reasonable attempts to accommodate those needs; however, our staff is not trained to
handle all medical or psychological needs.
Medications:
All medications (including any over the counter medicines or
medications of a “take as needed” nature) must be turned into the CHH
Pharmacy Director during check-in. Medications are only distributed
during meal times and bedtimes. All medications must come in their
original bottles or packages. Prescription medications must contain
original prescription information. We encourage families to include only
enough medications for the week. Herbal supplements
should be left home if possible.
Head Check:
During check-in, Y staff will perform a head lice check.
This is necessary to ensure an outbreak will not happen at camp. If lice are found,
the camper will be sent home for treatment. Campers are welcome to return to
camp 24 hours later for another scalp check. Campers will not be admitted with a
positive scalp examination.
Health Screening:
Upon arrival at camp, parents will be asked to participate in a consultation with a
physician about the general health of your camper. Please be honest with all answers as the health and well-being of campers is first and foremost on our list of
priorities. Anything abnormal will be addressed privately with a camper’s family.
Parental Communication Policy
Camp Hertko Hollow will notify guardian(s) in such cases listed below by
the Camp Director, Medical Director or Medical Director’s designee…
o Camper requires glucagon for hypoglycemia, (exception being when we
administer mini-glucagon doses for non emergency cases of raising blood
sugar).
o Camper is going to be taken off-site for medical
care.
o Camper has been experiencing significant homesickness or behavioral challenges and the guardian’s
insight may help.
o In the very unlikely event that a major alteration in
the camper’s insulin regimen is considered necessary,
such as a change in type of insulin, number of
insulin injections or discontinuation of insulin pump.
o A decision has been made to dismiss a camper for any reason.
o Camper is diagnosed with an infectious disease, illness or
injury, that interferes with the camper’s ability to participate in normal
camping activities for a significant period of time.
If an event of a sensitive nature should occur that might attract media
attention and/or public concern, CHH and YMCA staff will review the event
and proceed to contact all CHH camper’s guardians with information
regarding the event. Examples of these types of events could include
serious staff or camper related accidents or illnesses, camp evacuation,
and/or early dismissal of camp session. In the unlikely event that this
would occur no personal camper or staff information would be released to
the public or discussed by CHH or Y Camp.
Check List For A Successful Registration Day!
Check in: 2-3:30pm on Sunday
No arrivals after 3:30 on Sunday.
Late arrival may be arranged only
on Monday between 9-11am.
_____ Daily Log: fill out the side labeled “WEEK BEFORE CAMP” plus Sunday morning on the camp side. Record blood sugars, insulin doses and exercise level.
_____ Insulin Pump supplies: (in labeled gallon size zip lock bag) plus the
completed Pump Intake Sheet. Bring six sets or double the amount of
reservoirs, infusion sets, batteries and insertion device. If camper has a CGM
(continuous glucose meter) bring supplies.
_____ All prescription medicines: must be in original containers with pharmacy
label. No need to bring vials of insulin, pens, syringes, test strips for camp, but
have them available for your ride to and from camp. Nonprescription medications: Bring in original container; label with camper name and dose/regimen.
_____Fundraiser contest: bring your sponsor sheet and checks in zip lock baggie.
_____ Money: Deposit money in the Y Camp bank to use during camp for diet
soda and merchandise.
After Camp info...
A brief parent program will be held on Saturday morning at 9:00am. Following
the program parents must show photo ID to check out camper. You will also be
instructed to pick up your camper’s unused diabetes supplies and camp photo
after the program.
Important Things To Remember
DEADLINE:
June 14th for PHYSICIAN’S REPORT, parent camp fees, and sponsor checks
Mail to:
Camp Hertko Hollow, 501 Grand Avenue, Des Moines, IA 50309
DIRECTIONS TO CAMP:
Camp Hertko Hollow is held at the Des Moines YMCA Camp, 1192 166th Drive,
northwest of Boone, IA. Take Highway 30 to south side of Boone. Turn north on
Story Street and go through business district to 22nd St. Turn left on 22nd St. for
1 mile. It will curve to the right – go north for 3 miles. Look for the YMCA Sign
and turn left on gravel road and go 3 miles.
MAIL:
Everyone likes to receive mail at camp! Send it early and do not send food or
cash. Parents can also provide letters to your camper’s counselor for delivery
during week.
Address:
Camper’s name/ Camp Hertko Hollow/ 1192 166th Drive/ Boone, IA 50036
E-MAIL: You can send e-mail to your camper through Y Camp’s website. Visit
www.y-camp.org, click on ‘contact us’ then ‘send a letter to your camper’.
PHONE CALLS:
To gain the full benefit of the camp experience, we ask that NO visits or phone
calls be made to campers during the week. In case of emergency, call the Y Camp
office at 515.432.7558.
What To Pack
The following packing list is intended as a guide; campers do not need every
item on the list. Campers will store clothing and personal items in their
cabins, under their beds. Clothing should be appropriate for camp activities,
comfortable, and capable of getting wet and dirty without worry. Clothing
with lewd or suggestive slogans/ language or references to alcohol or drugs
will not be permitted.
Mark all clothing and personal items with camper’s name in indelible ink.
Laundry facilities are not available at camp; please bring enough clothing
and bedding to last the entire stay.
Clothing
Please review this list carefully so your camper is adequately prepared for a
variety of clothing needs. Some activities are very active and campers may
want to change clothes more than once each day.
qSocks (1-2 pair/day)
qUnderwear (1-2 changes/day)
qShorts
qShirts, long and short-sleeved
qPajamas
qLong pants/jeans
qSwim suit(s) – preferably a one piece, or a tankini
qSweatshirt, sweater, jacket (evenings can be cool)
qRain jacket/poncho for rainy weather
Footwear
Proper footwear is essential at camp. All campers will engage in outdoor
and water activities (i.e canoeing, hiking, climbing wall, and team sports)
and proper footwear is important for camper safety during these activities.
Proper footwear is also part of good foot care.
Please be sure your camper brings at least
two sturdy closed toe pairs of shoes to camp.
Shoes should be capable of getting wet and
dirty without harm.
Bedding and Towels
Camper cabins are outfitted with twin size
bunk beds. Camp does not supply sheets, blankets or pillows. Campers must bring their own
bedding.
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qSleeping bag or Sheets/Blanket(s) (twin size)
qPillow
qBeach towels for swimming
qWashcloths & towels for showering
qExtra sheets and plastic sheets if needed;
(Camp staff will discretely launder wet bed linens if necessary.)
Spending Money
Money should be brought to registration and deposited in the Camp Bank.
Cash balances will be returned to camper’s parents at the end of camp.
Usual expenditures are $20 – $40. Spending money is used for stamps,
postcards, diet sodas, logo items, etc.
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Personal and Toiletry Items
Campers must bring their own toiletry and personal care items. These items
are not available for sale in the camp store. Not all camper cabins have attached bathrooms. Campers may wish to bring a plastic container or caddy
to carry items to and from the bathhouse.
qToothpaste/Toothbrush
qDeodorant
qComb & brush
qSunscreen
qShampoo and conditioner
qSoap & soap dish/box
qInsect repellent
qFeminine products
qBathrobe
qIf camper wears pull-ups to bed, please pack enough for
your camper’s stay. We do not stock this item at camp.
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Optional Items
qLaundry bag
qSunglasses
qPlaying cards
qFlashlight and batteries
qDiary/Journal, books, magazines
qStationery, postcards, pen and postage stamps
qCamera (disposable preferred, marked with camper name)
qFan (cabins are air conditioned)
qCap or hat
qProps for “Arty” (talent) show during week-long sessions
(i.e. wig, face paint, song lyrics, etc)
What Not To Pack
Please do not pack expensive clothing, watches, or jewelry. The camp is not
responsible for repair or replacement of lost or damaged items.
Certain items do not lend themselves to our surroundings and are better
left at home. Therefore, the following items are not permitted at Camp:
rCell phones
riPods / iPads
rElectronic games and devices
rLaptops
rCD players
rRadios
rVideo cameras
rMoney
rGum
rFood from home
rKnives, weapons
rDrugs, alcohol, cigarettes
rMatches, lighters, candles, firecrackers
rPets
Campers found with any of these items, or any item(s) that could cause
harm to campers, staff or property will be confiscated and held in the Camp
Office until check-out when they will be returned to the campers’ parent/
guardian.
Medication and Diabetes Supplies
Diabetes Supplies: Camp Hertko Hollow will supply the following diabetes
supplies for all campers. Please do not bring these items from home:
(BUT, make sure you bring these supplies for your ride to camp and home
from camp).
rGlucose meters
rInsulin
rLancets
rSyringes
rTest strips
rGlucose tablets
rAlcohol swabs
Contact Information
Deb Holwegner - Camp Director [email protected]
Call Toll Free: 855.502.8500 or Y Camp’s number: 515.432.7558
Hertko Hollow Fax: 515.288.2531 Y Camp Fax: 515.432.5414