Due to the strenuous nature of this program and the importance of providing a safe and nurturing environment for all participants, we ask that all parents review these guidelines with their children.
Program Hours
Campers should be dropped off at Tower 0 by 10:00 a.m. and picked up no later than 3:00 p.m. To keep all our campers safe, children must be checked in and signed out each day. Children may not be picked up by anyone other than those listed on their registration forms. Please be prepared to show a government-issued photo ID.
Lunch
Campers must bring their own lunch daily. Campers should also bring a water bottle each day to stay hydrated. Tower 0 has a water bottle filler for refills during the day.
Attire
Appropriate swimsuit attire must be worn, as well as flip-flops or water shoes. All campers will receive a camp sun shirt which should be worn over their swimsuit. A water bottle, towel and sunscreen should also be brought each day. Mark all personal gear with a permanent marker.
Lifeguard Vehicles and Watercraft
Participants will be riding in lifeguard vehicles during daily operations and be given training on the Lifeguard Personal Rescue Watercraft as a crewperson. Participants will not operate watercraft or vehicles.
Cell Phones & Electronic Devices
Please do not allow children to bring cell phones, computers, electronic devices, games, toys or other expensive items to camp. Even under close supervision, these items tend to get damaged, lost or stolen. The city assumes no responsibility for the loss or damage of these items if brought to camp.
Refund Policy
All refund requests are to be made in writing and submitted to city staff. Refunds will not be considered for requests submitted less than 10 working days before the session begins or for children suspended or expelled due to behavior problems. A $10 processing fee will be assessed on all refunds.
Sunscreen
Children will be participating in outdoor activities daily and will be exposed to the Florida sun. To avoid sunburns, it is recommended that parents apply waterproof sunscreen to children each day before they come to camp and send in a spray bottle of sunscreen (labeled with the child’s name) for later applications. Staff is not responsible for applying sunscreen to the children but will assist when needed.
Videotape, Photographic, and Sound Release
Camp participants may be photographed and/or videotaped while participating in camp activities. Any videos or photographs will be used for educational, training, and promotional purposes only.
Allergies
Please notify the camp staff if your child is allergic to any common foods, sunscreen, or other substances that they may encounter at camp. Additionally, if the child requires medication to treat a serious allergic reaction, please fill out a Medication Form.
Illness
Please do not bring your child to camp if they are vomiting, running a fever, or showing signs of a contagious disease or condition such as head lice, pink eye, chicken pox, swine flu, or ringworm. If a child becomes sick while at camp, staff will call the parent or emergency contact person. Sick children need to be picked up as soon as possible.
Federal ID
For income tax purposes, the city of Clearwater F.E.I.D. # is 59-6000-289. The Fire & Rescue Department does not provide a statement of fees paid, we suggest keeping your receipts and/or canceled checks.
Visitors
For the safety and protection of all our campers, visitors (relatives, neighbors, and friends) are not allowed to attend camp unless they are registered in camp. Adult volunteers must complete the city of Clearwater volunteer application and background check.
What Not to Bring to Camp
Please do not allow children to bring toys, real or fake weapons or dangerous items, video games, MP3 players, cell phones or other expensive items to camp. Even under close supervision, these items tend to get damaged, lost or stolen. The city assumes no responsibility for the loss or damage of personal items or clothing brought to camp.
Campers with Special Needs
Campers come in all shapes, sizes, and abilities. city of Clearwater camps celebrate individual uniqueness and embrace the diversity of the children in our camp community. Children with special needs who can function in a group setting are included into their age-appropriate group. We have found that this type of inclusion encourages kindness, respect, and acceptance, which positively impacts all children in camp.
Custody Arrangements
The city of Clearwater recognizes that some families may have unique custody arrangements. Specific court orders will be necessary for staff to deny access to any legal parent/adult. We encourage families to find solutions to custody issues without putting children and/or staff in a difficult position.