CAMP RULES
Student Campers must come as part of a youth group with a church that has already applied to participate in Flower City Work Camp.
ELIGIBILITY
Students who are part of a participating church/youth group in grades 7-12 are eligible to attend Work Camp.
- Churches apply to participate prior to student applications opening up. If your church isn’t listed on the drop down list in the application then your church isn’t participating.
- If you are home schooled and have worked ahead, you should enroll for the grade level you would be in based on your age.
- If you have turned 18, but are still enrolled in high school, you would still enroll as a student.
CAMP FEES
The camp fee covers all meals while at Work Camp, materials and supplies purchased for service projects and includes the annual theme t-shirt.
- The student camper fee to attend Flower City Work Camp is $180.
- For a second student attending from the same family, the student camper fee is $165.
- For a third or additional student attending from the same family, the student camper fee is $145.
No financial aid is available through Flower City Work Camp. If you are needing financial aid to attend, contact your Youth Leader to see what assistance might be available through your church.
CODE OF CONDUCT
Beginning in the Fall of 2023, all adult volunteers and student campers will be asked to read and adhere to the Flower City Outreach Code of Conduct. It outlines how we each conduct ourselves inside of the ministry and as a representative of Flower City Work Camp. The Code of Conduct will be shared during the online application process and you will be asked to electronically sign.
RULES
Every camp has rules, and we are no different. Here is what you need to know about attending Work Camp:
RULE 1
Students may not leave Home Base or their Work Site during Work Camp (i.e., from arrival on Monday until dismissal on Friday). Specifically – No doctor or dentist appointments, jobs, sports practices, running. No taking students to home for showers. No taking to restaurant for lunch. No arriving at Camp late for registration. No leaving camp early for vacation, sporting, or school events. No leaving camp on Friday morning before dismissal.
Reason
Full participation in camp. Safety. Security. Fairness to other students. Get the most out of Camp.
Consequences
Students who leave camp will not be permitted to return. Students who leave camp early may not be accepted to attend Flower City Work Camp in subsequent years.
Exceptions
For a medical emergency students will transported to the hospital or medical facility for immediate attention. For illness occurring while at an offsite location, students will be transported to Home Base. Other exceptions are (rarely) granted with prior permission of the FCWC Executive Team only.
RULE 2
No alcohol, cigarettes, or drugs.
Reason
Health of students. Obedience to the law.
Consequences
Substance will be confiscated and destroyed or turned over to the authorities. Discussion with Youth Leader/Pastor, parents, and/or police as needed. Possible arrest. Student may be dismissed from Camp.
Exceptions
None
RULE 3
No personal listening or communication devices (cell phones, beepers, iPods, portable CD players, etc.)
Reason
Our desire is to promote community and communication and to avoid isolation. Personal listening devices limit communication. Our desire is that the focus of the week will be Flower City Work Camp and personal listening or communication devices are a distraction from that focus.
PLEASE do not invite temptation – leave these items at home!
Consequence
The device will be confiscated.
Exceptions
In some case, students with developmental disabilities will be allowed iPad’s or other similar devices that aid in their ability to successfully accomplish their week at Work Camp (requires prior approval).
RULE 4
No food or drink is permitted outside of the cafeteria or designated eating areas.
Reason
Prevent spills, mice, rats, ants, etc. We desire to respect the property of our host churches by keeping ALL food out of the sleeping rooms.
Consequence
Students will be asked to return to the eating area. Food found in the sleeping areas will be confiscated and stored in an acceptable place. This includes candy and gum.
Exceptions
None
RULE 5
No showers after lights out or before 5:00 AM.
Reason
Students need sleep in order to work well during the day and stay awake during sessions.
Consequence
Students seen in the hallway will be told to return to their room. Discussion with the Youth Leader.
Exceptions
None
RULE 6
No boys in girls’ rooms or girls in boys’ rooms.
Reason
To promote an atmosphere of purity. Eliminate possibility inappropriate behavior.
Consequence
Students seen in the wrong rooms will be asked to leave that room immediately. Discussion with the Youth Leader.
Exceptions
None
RULE 7
No PDA – public displays of affection (e.g., kissing, hugging, holding hands).
Reason
PDA distracts from the focus of Work Camp.
Consequence
Students will be asked to stop immediately. Discussion with the Youth Leader.
Exceptions
None
RULE 8
Students must attend all sessions (morning devotions, evening worship, and teaching time). Students must stay awake and participate during sessions.
Reason
The Flower City Work Camp experience depends on participation in ALL aspects of Camp.
Consequence
Students not attending a session will be escorted to the meeting room. Discussion with the Youth Leader.
Exceptions
Illness or injury confirmed by an adult leader.
RULE 9
Students must attend and eat all meals. If a student is allergic to a particular food the kitchen staff should be notified so an alternative can be provided.
Reason
It is important for students to maintain the strength needed to work properly and be attentive during sessions. Proper diet is vital to a successful Work Camp experience.
Consequence
Students found missing a meal will be sent to the cafeteria. Discussion with the youth leader.
Exceptions
None
RULE 10
No telephone calls are to be made from Home Base or the Worksite. No borrowing of an adult’s cell phone.
Reason
Respect for Home Base and the homeowner’s ability to take and make calls. Students should be focused on Camp and not on calling home, friends, etc.
Consequence
Discussion with the Youth Leader.
Exceptions
Major family crisis (e.g., illness or death in the family) as monitored by a Leader.
Note: In case of emergency (e.g., “I forgot my sleeping bag”), Home Base will make calls on behalf of the student.
RULE 11
Visitors must obey the Visitor Policy established for Work Camp.
Reason
FCWC is primarily for Work Camp participants. Facilities are already stretched to the limit with the number of people officially participating. Safety issues (need to monitor those who are in the building).
Consequence
Visitors who “overstay their welcome” will be requested to leave.
Exceptions
None
RULE 12
All property at Home Base and on the Worksite should be treated with respect. No rough-housing or other behavior that could cause injury to others or damage to property.
Reason
We desire to present a caring Christian witness to those for whom we work and to the churches that are generous to host us.
Consequence
Broken or damaged property will be replaced or repaired by the responsible individual(s). If damage is done intentionally, student will be asked to leave camp.
Exceptions
None
RULE 13
Flower City participants should dress modestly. For example: underwear should be covered, no short shorts, no exposed midriffs. Participants will avoid inappropriate messages on clothing.
Reason
It is our desire not to be a stumbling block to our brothers and sisters in Christ by the things we do or the clothes we wear.
Consequence
Participants will be required to change clothes.
Exceptions
None