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Code of Conduct / Dress Code

Our goal for each child attending a summer camp program is to have an experience of Christian community in which the camper is safe and grows spiritually and socially. Because of this goal, campers are encouraged to participate in all camp activities to the best of their ability. Likewise, campers are encouraged to treat one another and the staff with mutual respect. During a week of camp, in the course of activities, it is natural that there will be conflicts within cabin groups and between campers and their counselors. It is in resolving these conflicts - in the give and take of negotiation - that some of the most important lessons of a week at camp are learned.

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Occasionally, however, behavior on the part of a camper may become as disruptive as to require his/her removal from camp because conflicts cannot be resolved. Therefore, the following guidelines are presented for children during their week of camp. Parents are encouraged to review these guidelines with their children.

Behavior Guidelines

  • Abide by the rules and regulations of the camp.

  • Use language appropriate for a Christian community.

  • Respect the rights, privacy and property of others.

  • Respect the property and facilities of the camp.

  • Wear appropriate clothes for activities as suggested by camp staff.

  • Engaging in or threatening acts of physical, sexual or verbal abuse is prohibited (camper/camper or camper/staff).

  • Possession or use of tobacco, alcohol, or any illegal substance or paraphernalia is prohibited.

  • Possession or use of weapons is prohibited.

  • We reserve the right to search Bags if there's a justifiable cause.

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Disciplinary Action

Living Spring Camp will attempt to be fair in assessing consequences for camper behavior. When appropriate, consequences shall be given in a progressive order in relation to the severity and/or frequency of the infraction(s). The specific disciplinary action and severity of punishment for inappropriate camper behavior will be handled by Director of the camp.

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Zero Tolerance Policy

Because we want campers to be able to experience the safest week possible, Living Spring Camp has adopted a zero tolerance for the following behaviors.

  • Possession or use of tobacco, alcohol, or any illegal substance or paraphernalia.

  • Possession or use of weapons of any kind.

  • Theft.

  • Physical assault.

  • Sexual misconduct.

Any camper who willfully violates any of the above rules of conduct may be dismissed immediately at the discretion of the director of the camp.

Rules

  1. Everyone is expected to strive to imitate the character of Jesus Christ throughout each moment of our time together.

  2. If anyone has medication, it must be turned in to the camp nurse.

  3. No food is allowed in the cabins. (snakes, mice, rats, etc.)  

  4. No camper is allowed in the kitchen area at any time.

  5. No camper may leave during our stay together with anyone other than a parent or guardian without permission from a parent or guardian.  You must let the director and your counselor know if you leave.  All campers must sign out before they leave.

  6. In order to avoid distraction and enhance Biblical focus Living Spring Camp has the following cell phone regulations: 

    • Cell phones will not be allowed for campers during camp.

    • If your child chooses to bring a cell phone, Living Spring Camp is not liable for the phone.

  7. No camper is to go down to the creek or near the Lagoon.  You must stay within the boundaries outlined by the directors.

  8. All campers are to attend all scheduled events unless excused by the camp nurse or directors.

  9. Female campers are not allowed in the area of the boys’ cabins, and male campers are not allowed in the girls’ dorm.

  10. No romantic relationships between campers of any kind.

  11. Based on all this Camp Director reserves the right to make a last minute judgment regarding anything that might occur if it is not on this list but violates our values.

Dress Code

We require every parent to read through the dress code thoroughly before registering your camper.  

Living Spring Camp’s goal is to provide a safe and fun environment where the children can learn about the God who created them, make new friends, and enjoy a week out in nature. 

We trust you will thoughtfully consider the clothing you allow your children to bring to camp to be sure it is appropriate for the daily activities they will be doing. The children should be able to move, bend, stretch, reach, sit, squat, run, etc, without exposure.

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CLOTHING REQUIREMENTS:

Clothing should be comfortable and appropriate for daily activities.

Clothing must be clean and presentable, free from references to alcoholic beverages, illegal substances, lewd or vulgar language, political topics, and indecent or sexually suggestive subjects. Jewelry should also not be offensive or hazardous.

Clothing should not be skintight or such that exposes much skin.

Please pack enough clean clothing for your child, including undergarments, socks, and swimwear. 

 

DAILY ACTIVITIES CLOTHING

Wear what you are comfortable in and can move freely in as long as it's within the guidelines. 

Shorts for both boys and girls should follow the "fingertip rule”. “When standing straight, place both hands to your side. If your fingertips are touching skin, the shorts are too short. In addition, when seated, shorts should not rise above the middle of the thigh.

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BOYS


APPROVED

  • Shorts/Pants

  • Sleeveless Shirts

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NOT APPROVED

  • Going Shirtless, outside the pool

  • Cut off shirt that is low on the sides (this might include some tank tops)

  • Halfway unbuttoned shirts

  • Leggings as pants

  • Shorty shorts

  • Holes in shorts and pants

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BATHING SUITS

  • No Speedos

  • No see-through swim trunks.

  • T-shirt to be worn to and from the swimming area.

  • Shorts and a t-shirt at water activities outside of the pool area.

  • No swimwear in the cafeteria.

CHAPEL ATTIRE 

  • Long pants only, good pants for evening services and special times - No shorts please!

  • Shirt, polo, t-shirt with no graphics

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GIRLS

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APPROVED

  • T-Shirts/Active tops

  • Shorts/Pants (fingertip rule) inseam Shorts

  • Skirts/Dresses

NOT APPROVED

  • Tank tops or bra straps showing

  • Crop tops

  • Shorty shorts

  • Tight-fitting clothes

  • Cleavage showing

  • Leggings as pants

  • Holes in shorts and pants

BATHING SUITS

  • Modest one-piece or tankini only; no string bottoms

  • No stomach showing

  • A robe or covering is to be worn to and from the swimming area.

  • Shorts and a t-shirt at water activities outside of the pool area.

  • No swimwear in the cafeteria

CHAPEL ATTIRE

  • Culottes, skirts and dresses must be knee length or longer without any slits.

  • No gauchos, slacks or shorts.

  • All dress should be modest: as becomes a Christian: not too tight, not see through, not above the knee.

​FOOTWEAR FOR ALL

Shoes, sandals, or flip flops should be worn at all times for safety reasons unless swimming.

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FRAGRANCES

In consideration of others, avoid wearing strong fragrances.​​​

​Therefore, prepare your minds for action, keep sober in spirit, fix your hope completely on the grace to be brought to you at the revelation of Jesus Christ. As obedient children, do not be conformed to the former lusts which were yours in your ignorance, but like the Holy One who called you, be holy yourselves also in all your behavior; because it is written, “You shall be holy, for I am holy.”

1 Peter 1:13-16

©2025 by Living Spring Camp

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