Summer 2024 Orientation

If you missed the 2024 Parent Orientation webinar on May 22, a recording is now available on our YouTube channel. You can access the video here.

Below is the Chat during the presentation.

6:09 PM Julie Walton:
Welcome everyone. We will get started at 6:30.

Is the meeting being recorded?
6:41 PM adam:
We are recording and will post.
6:41 PM Rey & Ned Rios:
are bathrooms equiped with shampoo, blow dryers
6:41 PM Rey & Ned Rios:
Do all cabins have private baths or only some?
6:41 PM adam:
We do not provide shampoo or blow dryers.
6:42 PM adam:
All of our cabins have private bathrooms.
6:42 PM Renee Nichol:
do some activities fill up before everyone who’s interested can sign up? how do you handle that scenario?
6:43 PM adam:
If activities are popular we offer them more often and choose campers who have not yet gone to that activity.
Any ceiling fans in cabins?
6:46 PM adam:
We do not have ceiling fans in the cabins. We have standing fans and the ability to turn on cooling if it is especially hot.
6:47 PM Dean Borst:
Are you allowed to bring an electronic book (kindle) thats only purpose is reading books, instead of a regular book?
6:47 PM adam:
We do not allow electronic books at camp.
6:48 PM Lisa:
do you have ac?
6:48 PM adam:
Our cabins are equipped with AC.
6:50 PM Renee Nichol:
does laundry get done at any point in the session? :)
6:51 PM adam:
We do not provide laundry for campers.
6:51 PM Dean Borst:
Is their a average amount of campers per activity?
6:52 PM Dean Borst:
if so what is it
6:52 PM adam:
Typically our activities are for 8-10 campers at a time. Some of our larger field game activities can take up to 20.
6:53 PM Christine:
do you recommend that they bring their one of a kind beloved stuffy? One that would be lead to much sadness if lost?
6:57 PM adam:
If a camper must have their one of a kind stuffy you may decide to send it. If they are ok with “one” of their favorites you may want to send that one.
6:59 PM Rachel Fowler:
What is the timing for arrival day?
7:00 PM Chantelle:
For kids that wear glasses, should we give you their extra pair of glasses at Station #2 for safe-keeping too? Or have them hold on to those?
7:00 PM Rey & Ned Rios:
When do you know your cabin assigment?
7:00 PM adam:
Our arrival window on opening day is between 1:00-3:30pm.
7:02 PM adam:
Talk with our nurses at drop off about what is best for a camper and their second pair of glasses.
7:02 PM adam:
Campers will be informed of their cabin group during check in.
7:03 PM Renee Nichol:
can we use packing cubes in their duffel bags? as in, will they be able to use those to keep things organized in their shelves after their duffels are stored?
7:04 PM adam:
You may use packing cubes if you like.
7:05 PM Dean Borst:
Can you do the same activity more than once?
Do you send activity requests ahead of camp or kids will make the request once they are all checked in?
7:06 PM adam:
Depending on the popularity of an activity, campers may be able to try an activity more than once. Especially if they are attending a 2 week session.
7:06 PM Steve:
will we be notified if our kid gets injured or sick?
7:07 PM adam:
Campers will make their activity request once they are at camp.
7:07 PM Lisa:
how many campers in a cabin?
7:07 PM adam:
Yes, if a camper is sick or injured parents will be notified.
7:08 PM adam:
Our cabins house between 8 and 24 campers.
7:09 PM Steve:
do kids wear life jackets in the lake
7:09 PM Nava:
is there a camp counselor sleeping in each cabin?
7:09 PM adam:
Yes, our counselors sleep in the cabins.
7:10 PM Lisa:
how many couselors per child ratio?
7:11 PM adam:
Counselor camper ratio is approximately 1:5
7:19 PM william cobert:
how bad are the bugs?
7:22 PM adam:
There are mosquitos. bug spray is key!
7:24 PM Heather:
Does the clinic have tylenol or ibuprofen should it be needed? Or do we need to provide general pain relief type meds?
7:24 PM adam:
We have tylenol and ibuprofren on site.
7:25 PM Nava:
what about bug spray? we pack it or you provide?
7:26 PM Renee Nichol:
i think i read somewhere that the kids get to have a sleep out under the stars during their session – is that true? (sounds amazing)
7:26 PM adam:
Pack bug spray. We have available at camp if needed as well.
7:27 PM adam:
During our 2 week sessions there are opportunities to sleep outside.
7:27 PM Lisa:
so the overnight is optional?
7:28 PM adam:
Yes, campers wear life jackets while on the Lake.
7:28 PM Brandon Siri:
Do they need a flashlight with batteries or can they use a rechargeable one?
7:28 PM Amy S.:
Do you recommend care packages?
7:29 PM adam:
Our offsite overnights are optional.
7:29 PM Tammy Ackerman:
Are there lifeguards on the lake?
7:29 PM Enzo:
do you have a ropes course?
7:29 PM adam:
We do not allow care packages.
7:29 PM Wendy :
my daughter is coming alone without a friend – do you ensure she is not in a cabin with kids that all have a friend with them?
7:30 PM adam:
Campers may bring a flashlight, but not required. Lots of lighting around camp.
7:30 PM adam:
Yes, certified Life Guards are on the lake.
7:31 PM Baron Block:
Good question, Wendy. Our son is also coming on his own (his first time at Walton Grizzly’s) – would prefer he is not in cabin with friend pairs
7:31 PM adam:
Our cabins will be made up of a mix of campers, not all one friend group.
7:32 PM Lisa:
can you give a rough estimate of times of meals
7:32 PM Tammy Ackerman:
Are bug repellant stickers on clothes ok in addition to bug spray?
7:32 PM adam:
Meals typically run from 30-45 minutes.
7:32 PM Rey & Ned Rios:
what time do campers need to get up in the morning? how many hours per day do they have unstructured time?
7:34 PM adam:
The wake up bell is 7:30am on most days. Some unstructured time each day.
7:34 PM adam:
Bug repellent stickers are ok to bring to camp.
7:35 PM Mathilde:
do you have life jackets available for campers that aren’t as comfortable in the water?
7:35 PM Lisa:
what time are the meals served
7:35 PM iPhone:
This is great and so helpful. Thank you! You are all professionals and I’m so excited for my boys to experience your amazing camp.
7:35 PM adam:
Campers wear life jackets at our lake activities.
7:36 PM Chantelle:
Excellent presentation and overview, thank you! We’re all excited!
7:36 PM adam:
Breakfast begins at 7:45, lunch at 12:25 and dinner at 5:25
7:38 PM Baron Block:
thank you so much for this info session! really helpful!
7:45 PM Mathilde:
Thank you! See you at camp!
7:46 PM Laura:
it is so fun
7:46 PM Sia:
Thank you!!!
7:46 PM Lucia Lagos Amoroso:
what about horseback riding
7:47 PM Wendy :
what time do the kids go to bed?
7:47 PM Steve:
Thanks so much – very informative! We are all very excited!!
7:47 PM adam:
We go to the Graeagle Stables for horseback riding.
7:48 PM adam:
Bedtime is typically between 9-9:30pm
7:54 PM Nicole:
thanks Julie! This was great :D
7:56 PM Sarah:
There are 8-25 per cabin but is that how many kids are in a group? Or are there multiple groups in the cabin?
7:57 PM adam:
Each group has 8-9 campers. Our larger cabins have multiple groups in the cabin.

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“I love the counselors here at Walton’s. They are super easy to talk with, fun to be around, and really care about you as a camper.”

Luca B., Reno, NV

“Walton’s is awesome because there are so many different activities to choose from and so many nice and interesting people to meet. The counselors are also super nice.”

Sam W., Lafayette, CA

“I love Walton’s because it pushes me to face my fears. I always feel so proud of myself every time I jump off the swing at High Elements or get up at waterskiing.”

Aanika G. , Redwood City, CA

“At Walton’s everyday is an opportunity to try something new It is so easy to make friends here. Over the years I have built a lot of great friendships. I honestly can’t imagine a summer without Walton’s.”

Fionn L., Toronto, Canada

“I love camp because it has challenged me to be more comfortable with myself and to be more self-sufficient. Camp has also allowed me to meet and learn from people from all over the world.”

Kiva J., Menlo Park, CA

“I really love all of the counselors. They are super funny and nice. I also love the variety of activities like the swim area, archery and stand up paddle boarding. The food is also amazing.”

Madeleine J., Austin, TX