Code of Conduct

Purpose

      To ensure that the rights of all individuals are protected while attending the camp.

      To establish the safest and best possible camp environment for all participants.

      To ensure that breaches of the rules and code of conduct are treated in a fair and consistent manner.

 

Expectations

      Campers are responsible for their own behavior and are expected to treat one another, staff, and Gales Creek Camp property with respect.

      Campers have the responsibility to act and behave in a way which does not endanger, intimidate, or interfere with the participation of others.

      Campers have the responsibility to follow the instructions given by camp staff.

      Campers have the responsibility to behave according to this code of conduct.

 

Rules

      Bringing or possessing tobacco or nicotine products, marijuana products, alcohol, or non-prescribed substances/medications.

      Bringing or possessing weapons or pornographic material.

      Using language which is offensive, sexist or racist.

      All forms of bullying, intimidation, or harassment, including sexual harassment.

      Fighting, violence, or any other form of aggressive behavior.

      Leaving camp boundaries without permission.

      Behaving in a manner that is potentially dangerous to self or others.

      Behaving in a manner that damages or vandalizes the property of others or Gales Creek Camp.

      Using a cell phone or other device for texting, phone calls, app use, internet access, photography, video, or any use other than for diabetes management.

 

Any breach of this Code of Conduct will initiate a disciplinary action. Gales Creek Camp reserves the right to suspend or dismiss a camper’s participation in camp activities, including dismissal from camp, without refund of camper fees, if such disciplinary action is required.