Chop Point Camp
Chop Point realizes the value of modern communication and technologies. We depend on it to communicate with campers, staff and parents throughout the year. It is integral in how we advertise and communicate with those interested in Chop Point. In the camp setting, however, we find the constant ability for campers to stay in touch with everyone via cellular phones, texts and social services (such as Facebook, Twitter, and MySpace) to be detrimental. We have seen campers so engrossed in what is happening or not happening hundreds or thousands of miles away, that they are unable to make connections with those who share a cabin, meal, or trips with them at camp. To allow campers to unplug, get fully involved, and enjoy their summer experience, we do not allow campers to use cell phones or other communication devices while at camp. We do allow and encourage campers to stay in touch with family and friends via: mail, camp landline phone, or email. Campers may call home using a phone in the lodge or receive calls to the camp line during meals. Email can be received on personal accounts or can be sent to camp@choppoint.org with the camper name in the subject line (it will then be printed and delivered with traditional mail). Campers may sign up for email time directly after lunch and dinner to send messages from web-based personal accounts to family and friends.
Campers may use a cell phone while traveling to/from camp, especially if they are using public transportation. The cell phone must be stored in the camp office until it is needed for the trip home. We appreciate your understanding and help with this issue.
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