Dear Parents,

Western North Carolina Camps are surrounded by some of the most spectacular natural beauty found in the United States. Gentle rolling mountains (1500 to 6500 feet) guarantee a moderate climate throughout the camping months. This lush natural environment is the principle reason why the concentration of summer camps in WNC is among the highest anywhere in the country.

How To Choose Your Camp?

Choosing the appropriate summer camp for your child is just like deciding which college your child should attend. Like colleges, camps focus on specific philosophies and emphasize specific ideas and activities. While there are many great summer camps, some will fit the personality of your child and others won't. Matching your child's interests with the specific mission and offerings of a camp is the key to finding the right camp for your child.

Questions to Ask:

1.	Size of the camps population e.g. large vs. small?
2.	Staffing and the ratio of staff to children (this varies with each age group)?
3.	Hiring qualities the director is looking for when staffing?
4.	Percentage of returning staff from the previous summer?
5.	Age of the Staff and their training?
6.	Variety and emphasis of the various programs the camp offers?
7.	If your child has special needs how are these going to be handled?
8.	Home sickness or behavioral problems that might require disciplinary action. How does a camp help your child adjust to this new experience and learn to live as a responsible member of the camp community?
9.	References? Can you visit?