CAMP RULES

These rules apply to all campers, counselors, guests, and volunteers. Group leaders are responsible for ensuring every member of their group has read and agrees to these rules. Signed waivers are required for every person on property.

⚠ Note: Minnetonka Christian Camp is a PEANUT-FREE campus. No peanut products of any kind are permitted on property. Please communicate this to every member of your group, including parents and guardians, prior to arrival.

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ARRIVAL & CHECK-IN

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- Report to the camp office upon arrival. Do not proceed to cabins or dorms before checking in.

- Submit all required forms at check-in: Camper/Counselor Waivers, Church Roster, and Church Registration.

- Vehicle passes are issued at check-in and must be displayed on your rearview mirror at all times on property.

- After unloading, park in designated areas southeast of the girls' dorms. Do not block roadways or park in front of the motel.

- Payment is due upon arrival. Cash and checks only. All sales are final — no refunds for cancellations. If a camper or counselor leaves early or is sent home for any reason — including illness, conduct violations, or personal choice — no refund will be issued.

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LEADERSHIP & SUPERVISION

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- Sponsors must maintain supervision of all members of their group at all times.

- Minimum supervision ratios: 1 chaperone per 8 teenagers; 1 chaperone per 6 children.

- Chaperones must be at least 18 years of age and at least two years older than the campers they supervise.

- Each group is solely responsible for the behavior and well-being of every member of their group for the entirety of their stay.

- No adult may be alone with a minor in any private space — including cabins, dorm rooms, bathrooms, or vehicles. A second adult must always be present, or the setting must be open and visible to others (two-adult rule).

- Counselors may not share a bunk, bed, or sleeping area with a camper under any circumstances.

- Bunk and cabin checks must be conducted from the doorway only. Entry into a sleeping area requires a second adult present.

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BACKGROUND CHECKS & SCREENING

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- A background check — including national criminal history and sex offender registry — is required for every person 18 and older in your group, completed within the prior 12 months.

- Background check documentation does not need to be submitted to the camp. However, records must be readily available upon request.

- Any person with a conviction for a sex offense, crime against a child, or violent felony is not permitted on Minnetonka Christian Camp property in any capacity.

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CHILD PROTECTION & CONDUCT WITH MINORS

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- Appropriate physical contact is limited to side hugs and high fives. No lap sitting, physical restraint, or contact behind closed doors.

- Counselors and adult staff may not exchange personal phone numbers, social media handles, or private messages with minors.

- All communication between adults and campers must occur in group settings or through official camp or church channels only.

- If a camper discloses abuse — past or present — listen without promising confidentiality, do not investigate independently, and report immediately to the group leader and camp director.

- All adults working with minors are mandatory reporters under Oklahoma law (Title 10A). Suspected abuse must be reported to Oklahoma DHS: 1-800-522-3511.

- Minnetonka Christian Camp strongly recommends that all counselors complete MinistrySafe child protection awareness training before arrival. Free training is available at ministrysafe.com.

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DORMS, CABINS & SLEEPING AREAS

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- Males and females may not visit each other's dorms. No raiding of dorms at any time.

- Campers staying in dorms must furnish their own bedding and toiletries. Linens and towels are provided in motel and cottage rooms.

- Beds and bedding may not be relocated or removed from buildings.

- Bathrooms and shower facilities are strictly single-gender. Adults may not enter a minor's bathroom or shower area.

- Counselors must conduct a head count at lights-out and ensure all campers are in their assigned sleeping areas.

- No personal photography or video recording is permitted in dorms, cabins, bathrooms, or changing areas under any circumstances.

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TECHNOLOGY, PHONES & SOCIAL MEDIA

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- Camper phone and device use is at the discretion of the group leader. At minimum, phones and cameras are strictly prohibited in bathrooms, showers, and sleeping areas.

- Staff and counselors may not photograph individual campers for personal use. All camp photography must go through official MCC channels only.

- Posting identifiable photos of minors to personal social media is prohibited without written parental consent. Use of images is governed by the photo consent clause in the Camper/Counselor Waiver.

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CONDUCT & CHARACTER

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- All profanity, immoral conduct, and immodest dress are forbidden on Minnetonka property.

- No hazing or bullying of any kind will be tolerated by any group or individual.

- Any camper or counselor whose conduct disrupts the camp environment, endangers others, or violates these rules may be removed from camp. The group leader will be notified. No refund will be issued for removal due to conduct violations.

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SWIMMING & WATERFRONT

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- No one is allowed in Peal Creek except during scheduled swimming times when a lifeguard is on duty and only in designated areas.

- Campers under 13 and anyone who cannot pass a basic swim test must wear a U.S. Coast Guard approved flotation device during all swimming and boating activities.

- Adult sponsors must be present at the waterfront whenever any member of their group is in the water or fishing.

- MCC will provide lifeguard personnel during scheduled swim times. Group leaders must be present to assist.

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ACTIVITIES

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- Specialized activities (waterslide, paintball, zipline, etc.) are supervised by MCC staff at agreed times. All other activities require group supervision.

- No games or activities that could damage MCC property, facilities, or playing fields are permitted.

- Any activity that could cause injury to campers or others is prohibited.

- Activities available may include: basketball, canoe, challenge course, hiking, volleyball, horseshoes, kayak, paddle boat, paintball, softball, swimming, waterslide, zipline, and more.

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HEALTH, FIRST AID & MEDICATIONS

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- No medications — over-the-counter or prescription — are allowed in the dorms. All medications must be turned in to the First Aid Station at check-in.

- MCC does not provide medical personnel. Each group must provide at least one adult certified in American Red Cross Standard First Aid and CPR or equivalent.

- Each group is responsible for first aid supplies, emergency care, and emergency transportation.

- MCC is not responsible for special dietary requirements or food allergies. Contact the kitchen supervisor in advance for any special food needs.

- All accidents and injuries occurring on MCC property must be documented on an incident report form and submitted to the camp office before departure.

- Nearest ER: Pushmataha County Hospital, Antlers, OK — approximately 25 minutes.

- Serious trauma: OU Medical Center, McAlester, OK — approximately 50 minutes.

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EMERGENCY PROCEDURES

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- In a severe weather warning, all campers and staff move immediately to the designated shelter area. Shelter locations are provided at check-in.

- If a camper cannot be located, notify the camp director immediately. Do not wait to report a missing camper.

- For all life-threatening emergencies, call 911 first.

- Full Flood & Evacuation Plan and Active Shooter Protocol available at: minnetonkacamp.com/emergency-plan

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PROHIBITED ITEMS & SUBSTANCES

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- No tobacco, alcohol, or illegal drugs on property. Anyone under the influence will not be allowed on the premises.

- No firearms or weapons except as outlined in the Minnetonka Christian Camp Firearms and Weapons Policy. Full policy: minnetonkacamp.com/firearmpolicy

- No campfires or fires of any kind except in areas designated by MCC staff.

- Smoking is not permitted in any buildings or anywhere on the grounds.

- No distribution of food, drinks, or snacks. Plain bottled water is permitted.

- No peanut products of any kind on camp property.

- No pets allowed on camp property.

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MEALS

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- Adult sponsor supervision is mandatory during all meal times.

- Meal times are set by the camp schedule. The "seconds" bell signals when the service line ends.

- MCC cannot guarantee accommodations for special dietary needs. Arrange in advance with the kitchen supervisor.

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FACILITIES & PROPERTY

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- MCC does not provide security. Security is the responsibility of the group sponsor.

- Beds and bedding may not be relocated or removed from buildings.

- Groups will be held financially responsible for any damage to MCC property caused by members of their group.