FAQ

1. How do I register for Camp?
A registration card may be picked up from any of the supporting churches, downloaded by clicking here, or call Blue Grass Christian Camp. For a complete list of supporting churches click here.

Fill out the form completely, be sure and have parent's signature, and mail the form along with the deposit fee to the camp.

2. How much is the deposit?
The deposit is half of the complete registration. The registration form will have the cost of each camping event.

3. Does the minister have to sign the registration form?
Minister's signature is not required by camp, however some Churches may require the signature before they will help pay for a week of camp. Please check with your Minister.

4. How do I know if my child is registered for a week of camp?
Camp will send a confirmation letter 10 days before a camping event.

5. Does a week of camp fill up?
Yes! Some weeks of camp are very popular and will fill up quickly. We do notify campers that apply after a week has been filled and give them the option to come another week.

6. Can a camper come to more than one week of camp?
Yes, provided that the camp is not full. We do caution parents not to do too many weeks. Camp does require a separate registration form for each camping event.

7. Can I room with a friend?
Camp does not assign bunks or dorms. The camper may pick out his/her own bunk and dorm. To room with a friend you must be sure that the friend is pre-registered. During the check in time you may request a slip of paper that allows you to sign your friend into the same dorm.

8. When is check in time?
Each event has a different check in time, however these times are in the registration booklet.

9. Can I leave camp early or for an event?
The camp feels that the best way for a camper to experience the full benefits of camp is to not leave during the week. However, we do understand that this is not always possible, if a camper must leave early or for an event they must provide a note from the parent and sign out at the camp office. Out-camp campers will sign a contract that they will not leave during the camp week unless there is a medical emergency or death in the family.

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10. Can the campers have visitors?
Camp discourages visitors during the camp week because it disrupts the week. If you do come to visit during the week we ask that you sign in at the office and let the dean of the week know that you are here. Camp also asks that all visitors leave before campfire that evening.

11. Can a camper come with a different age group other than the one they are in?
Camp will allow a camper to move down one grade, but they can not move up a grade. The weeks of camp and curriculum being taught are geared specifically for the grades listed.

12. Can campers receive mail during camp?
Yes, please address mail in the following manner:
Campers name
c/o Blue Grass Christian Camp
7463 Athens-Boonesboro Rd.
Lexington, KY 40509

13. What activities are included in a day of camp?
A typical day of camp consist of the following events:
7:00 Rise n Shine
8:00 Quiet Time
8:30 Breakfast
9:15 Class #1
10:00 Class #2
10:45 Missions
11:15 Class #3
12:00 Lunch
1:00 Recreation
2:00 Canteen
3:00 Recreation
5:00 Supper
6:00 Praise and Worship time
8:00 Evening activity
9:00 Canteen
9:30 Campfire
11:00 Bedtime
This is a sample of a day at camp. The Dean for the week may vary these events.

14. How are the Deans chosen?
The deans are chosen from the area ministers who have worked at camp. The deans are not paid and are strictly volunteer.

15. How is the faculty chosen?
There are actually two groups working at camp during each week. The camp staff is paid help that does the needed maintenance at camp and help in the kitchen. Camp also hires a certified life guard each summer. We do have three ladies that stay in the dorms and minister to the campers through out the summer. All of these workers are screened through the camp.

The camp faculty is totally volunteer and is secured by the dean for each week of camp. The camp does ask that they fill out an application that asks some very pointed questions about their back ground. We also ask the dean to have some personal knowledge about each of his/her faculty.

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16. What about medicine and medical needs during camp?
Each week of camp must have a first-aid person. The state requires that the person be certified in CPR and First aid. The dean is responsible to secure a first aid worker for each week. During check in time all medicine must be checked in with the first aid personnel. The medicine is then kept in the first aid station and dispensed as needed. Camp does have the basic first aid supplies including, band-aids, aspirin, and Tylenol.
If a camper becomes ill during the week we will call the parents to come and get the camper.

17. What is camp food like?
Camp tries to offer a nutritious meal as well as meals that the campers will like. Breakfast might consist of eggs and biscuits, waffles, cereal, fruit, milk, and juice. Lunch would be a sandwich: hamburgers, BBQ, chicken patties, etc. Supper is a larger meal: spaghetti, BBQ chicken, vegetables, salad, dessert, and drink.

18. Can the camper bring food to camp?
Health department regulations does not allow food to be kept in the dorm. Please do not bring food items to camp.

19. What do I bring to camp?
Bring a Bible, paper and pencil, clothing suitable for camp, sweater or jacket, bedding, pillow, towels, wash cloths, toilet articles, bathing suit (one piece only), sunscreen lotion, robe, camera, flashlight, insect repellent, rain coat or umbrella, and sandals or sneakers.

2o. What is Blue Grass Christian Camp's dress code policy?
At Blue Grass Christian Camp we desire camp to be a place free of the distrations of the world, including clothing that draws unnecessary attention to an individual. Modest clothing must be worn at all times. Clothing that advertises alcohol or tobacco products is not considered proper. If improper attire is worn the camper will be asked to change. For a detailed list of our clothing guidelines click here.

21. What am I not allowed to bring?
Food, radios, CD player, computer games, playing cards, magazines, comic books, paper books, bare midriff or spaghetti strap tops, short shorts, low riding pants, bikinis or tankinis, pagers, cell phones, tobacco products, illegal drugs, fireworks, or any weapons.

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