Friendship Camp 2022
Informational Letter
We are extremely excited to say that it is almost time for Friendship Camp 2022!! Things continue to be different these days, and that will carry over to our camps, but we are doing our very best to follow medical, local, and state guidelines for the safety of campers, staff, and churches, yet allow our campers their usual time of fun, spiritual uplifting, friendship-building they are accustomed to. Please note the following changes that will take place because of COVID 19 recommendations for over-night camps:
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All campers must pre-register. Knowing how many campers to expect will allow staff to make room and bed arrangements. We are making forms available through a variety of means:
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Friends of Friendship Facebook page
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Associational emails/website
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Missions office in Jonesboro will have copies.
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Counselors and board members will try to have some copies available.
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By request, forms can be directly emailed to anyone needing them.
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Registration/medical forms and the total $140 ($135 for early registration) fee must be submitted for a camper’s pre-registration to be considered complete. Individuals and churches will be able to pay by PayPal or check. Churches/parents will need to include a list of campers the payment covers. If paying by individual check, the registration form should be included. For churches paying for a group, either a list of campers being paid for can be enclosed with the check or the registration forms could be sent with the payment. If paying by PayPal, the fee per camper should be sent to coonmargaret@yahoo.com (which is the camp’s PayPal account).
If mailing payment, please send to:
Friendship Baptist Camp
P.O. Box 542
Winnfield, LA 71483
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Completed COVID 19 waivers must be signed by a parent or legal guardian and brought on registration day in order that we may be assured all precautions have been followed to keep our campers and staff safe. No camper will be admitted without the signed COVID waiver.
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Any camper who is found to be ill with COVID symptoms will be quarantined in an isolated location until picked up by parents. We request that any camper sent home with such symptoms be immediately tested and that we be notified of the results.
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We ask that all churches/families screen campers BEFORE bringing them to camp. If the camper or ANYONE in the household has been in close contact with someone who has been diagnosed with COVID OR has had COVID symptoms for an entire week prior to opening day, we ask that the camper not be sent to camp.
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Registration for each camp will begin at 9 AM. Please make arrangements to bring or have campers dropped off between 9 AM and 11 AM. Upon arrival, each vehicle will be given a number. Please be patient and be prepared to wait in your vehicle until your number is raised.
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In order to protect campers and staff, no adults will be allowed in the dorm facilities except camp staff. Staff will assist campers in transporting their luggage/bedding and setting up rooms.
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There will NOT be a closing ceremony for any camp, but we hope to resume this next year. A slideshow highlighting events of the week will be posted on the Friends of Friendship Facebook page shortly following camp.
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Pick-up on Thursday for each camp will be from 3 PM until 5 PM. We will use the same procedures as were used at registration. Campers and their belongings will be brought out assisted by staff.
Pack your bags:
Pillow, bedding, towels & washcloths, personal toiletries, swimsuit (1 piece or t-shirt covering), comfortable clothing (remember that we want to honor God with our appearance, so no short shorts). Remember to bring your Bible. We will be using it daily.
******Check back on the Friends of Friendship page frequently for updates, changes, or additional information.
Questions can be posted on the Friends of Friendship Facebook Page or directed to one of the following individuals:
Beverly Taylor, Camp Director 318-332-1834
Kristen Walker, Girls’ Camp 318-471-0637 July 11-14
Debbie Shows, Boys’ Camp 318-413-1841 July 18-21
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Friendship Baptist Camp COVID-19 Participation Waiver
I acknowledge that Friendship Baptist Camp has put in place preventative measures to reduce the spread of COVID-19, and I must comply with all set procedures to reduce the spread while my child is attending camp.
I understand the contagious nature of COVID-19 and acknowledge that Friendship Camp cannot guarantee that my child will not become infected with the COVID-19 virus while attending camp.
I voluntarily seek services provided by Friendship Camp and assume the risks described above with my child being enrolled at camp.
I attest that:
*Within the past 7 days, my child has not experienced any symptom of illness such as cough, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, fever, chills, muscle pain, headache, sore throat, fatigue, congestion, runny nose, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, or new loss of taste or smell.
*I do not believe my child has been exposed to someone with a suspected and/or confirmed case of the Coronavirus/COVID-19.
*My child has not been diagnosed with the Coronavirus/COVID-19 in the past 30 days.
*I am following all CDC recommended guidelines as much as possible and limiting my exposure to the Coronavirus/COVID-19.
AGREEMENT OF RELEASE OF RESPONSIBILITY:
I, PARENT/LEGAL GUARDIAN OF ____________________, FOR MYSELF AND TO THE EXTENT ALLOWED BY LAW ON BEHALF OF MY CHILD, AGREE TO RELEASE AND DISCHARGE (AGREEING TO MAKE NO CLAIM, AND NOT TO SUE) FRIENDSHIP BAPTIST CAMP AND THEIR RESPECTIVE OWNERS, MEMBERS, DIRECTORS, OFFICERS, AND VOLUNTEERS (INDIVIDUALLY AND COLLECTIVELY REFERRED TO AS “RELEASED PARTIES”) WITH RESPECT TO ANY AND ALL CLAIMS RELATED TO CONTRACTING THE CORONAVIRUS AND ANY LOSS, BODILY INJURY, OR DAMAGES ASSOCIATED FROM IT WHICH I OR MY CHILD MAY SUFFER, ARISING OUT OF OR IN ANY WAY RELATED TO THEIR BEING ENROLLED IN THE CAMP. I UNDERSTAND THAT IN SIGNING THIS AGREEMENT, I, FOR MYSELF AND FOR MY CHILD, TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT ALLOWED BY LAW, SURRENDER THE RIGHT TO MAKE A CLAIM OR FILE A LAWSUIT AGAINST A RELEASED PARTY, FOR PERSONAL INJURY AND EVEN DEATH.
I, parent/legal guardian, have read and accept the terms and conditions of this agreement:
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Parent Name (Print) Parent Signature
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Camper Name(s) Date
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Friendship Baptist Camp
2022 Registration/Medical Release
Camper Name __________________________________________________________ Phone #________________________
Home Address ______________________________________________________ Birthday ________________Age ________
City_______________________________________________________State ________________ Zip _________________
Email address: _____________________________ Parents' Names_______________________________________________
Church Name______________________________________ Church Address_______________________________________
Church Contact Person/Phone Number_______________________________________________________________________
Are you a Christian? _________Yes _________No Do you know how to swim? ________Yes ________No
ALL MEDICATIONS MUST BE TURNED IN TO THE DIRECTOR!
No medicine is allowed with children!
**You must leave written instructions with the director/counselor for ANY medications or allergies!
Include name of medication, specific dosing instructions (before/after meals, with food/drink, etc.)!**
Allergies?____________________________________________________________________________________________
Medications?_________________________________________________________________________________________
Other information:______________________________________________________________________________________
Emergency Telephone numbers:
Please list the name(s) and telephone numbers of relatives or friends who might be contacted in the event you can not be reached.
These people should be allowed to pick up your child from camp if necessary.
Name Phone # Relationship
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If my child should require medical attention and I am unable to be reached, I give permission for the camp director/manager to select a
physician and/or hospital for treatment. I also give my consent for the doctor and/or hospital to treat, order injections, anesthesia, or
surgery for ____________________________________ I further agree to assume responsibility for payment of services not covered
by my child's insurance.
Parent Signature ___________________________________________________
Preferred doctor ______________________________________ Hospital _____________________________________



