2009 Summer Camp Information

Fee: The camp fee is $390 for a two-week session and $220 for a one-week session. This fee includes all meals, lodging in rustic log cabins, crafts, class materials, T-shirt, canteen and use of all facilities. A completed registration form, a signed medical form, and a deposit of $100 (or payment in full) secure a camper’s reservation. Reservations and preference of session will be accepted in the order they are received until camp is filled to the 163 campers-per-session capacity. Early bird special: $20 discount if application is postmarked by Feb. 15. (See registration form for additional discounts.)

The deposit is nonrefundable after April 15. If confirmation is not received within two weeks, contact ncochran@harding.edu or (501) 279-4CAMP.

Session Begins: Check-in is Sunday between 1 and 4 p.m. Gates will not open until 1 p.m. Swim tests: boys at 2 p.m., girls at 3:30 p.m. Changes in cabin assignments will be considered only after all campers are checked in.

Session Ends: Camp sessions end Friday morning. Please pick up campers between 9 and 11 a.m. Gates will be locked until 9 a.m. Early departures disrupt camp activities. Exceptions must be arranged in advance with Director. Camp Store will be open.

Visits and Departures: Family and friends are invited to visit on Sunday from 1-4 p.m. The normal schedule resumes at 4 p.m. We are not equipped for visitors at other times. Exceptions require approval of the Director prior to arrival. No pets please. Campers must be signed out to leave camp. Taking campers from camp for sports events is discouraged. Under no circumstances will campers be allowed to leave camp with someone other than a parent without a consent form bearing a parent’s signature. (See “Forms” section).

What to Bring: Bible, journal, pencils, sports clothing (all shorts must cover more thigh than they leave exposed, and spandex shorts are not allowed), swimsuit (one-piece or tankinis only; bring a cover-up and flip flops to wear to the waterfront), toilet articles, towels, bedding for twin bed (nights can be cool), pillow, flashlight, laundry bag, non-menthol shaving cream (for shaving cream fight), long pants (to ride horses and for cool days or evenings), jacket, insect repellant and electric fan. Tennis shoes are required for sports and hikes. Personal sports gear is optional. Camp provides tennis, softball and fishing equipment.

What Not to Bring: Magazines, knives, fireworks or electronics of any kind - including cell phones and iPods - are not allowed at camp. Digital cameras used for vulgar purposes will be confiscated and not returned. Valuable personal items should be left at home. Campers do not need money during camp. Camp Store will open on Sunday afternoons and during Friday departures from 9-11 a.m. Photo CDs, mugs, sweatshirts, etc., may be purchased then. Money for store purchases may be left with Nita Cochran at registration if you will not be with your child when store is open. We are not responsible for lost items.

Camp Staff
Camp Tahkodah is directed by Ross and Nita Cochran. An enthusiastic group of college students serve as counselors, and volunteer adults serve as Bible class teachers. A registered nurse is a part of our staff. We are 20 miles from the doctor and hospital in Batesville and 35 miles from Searcy. Mike Justus, M.D., the camp physician, is just a phone call away. Our entire staff works together to make your child’s stay at camp a safe, enjoyable and spiritually profitable experience.

Christian Environment for Campers: Alcohol, tobacco, immodest dress, profanity, stealing, lewd behavior of any kind, and disruptive and uncooperative attitudes or behavior are not allowed at camp. Campers not willing to obey rules of conduct will be asked to leave.

Laundry: Laundry service is provided free for campers in the middle of two-week sessions only. All personal belongings should be well-marked, and each camper should have enough clothing to make one laundry visit sufficient. There is no special-care laundry.

Nondiscriminatory Policy: Rules for acceptance and participation in the program are the same for everyone, without regard to race, color, sex, disability, religion, creed or national origin.

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