Compare camps
A free worksheet for comparing up to three camps your way. Write down what each camp tells you and where you found it. You decide what matters for your family.
Tip: each camp listing shows what the camp already publishes, with sources.
| Topic | Camp 1: ____________ | Camp 2: ____________ | Camp 3: ____________ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Health staff on site A nurse, medic, or other health staff the camp says is present, including who handles medication. | Where I found it: | Where I found it: | Where I found it: |
| ACA accreditation Whether the camp, or the American Camp Association’s public listing, states that the camp is accredited. | Where I found it: | Where I found it: | Where I found it: |
| Background checks What the camp publishes about screening staff, including criminal background checks and references. | Where I found it: | Where I found it: | Where I found it: |
| Evacuation procedures What the camp publishes about how campers and staff leave in an emergency. | Where I found it: | Where I found it: | Where I found it: |
| Abuse prevention What the camp publishes about training or rules meant to prevent abuse. | Where I found it: | Where I found it: | Where I found it: |
| Reporting procedures What the camp publishes about how a concern, injury, or incident gets reported. | Where I found it: | Where I found it: | Where I found it: |
| Parent notification procedures What the camp publishes about when and how parents or guardians are contacted. | Where I found it: | Where I found it: | Where I found it: |
| Cost Session price, deposits, what’s included, financial aid. | Where I found it: | Where I found it: | Where I found it: |
| Dates Session dates, drop-off and pick-up times, registration deadline. | Where I found it: | Where I found it: | Where I found it: |
| My notes |
General information, not legal, medical, or safety advice. Policies vary by camp; confirm answers in writing with the camp and with WA DCYF. From CampGuard WA, campguardwa.com. We are oneTomorrow.