All the Information You Need to Know

How do I contact camp?

Great communication with our staff, families, and supporters is important to us. Always feel free to reach out to us! You can reach the camp office at 781-461-9721 or shoot us an email at hola@hale.education.

Are Hale’s camps peanut-free? 

We are not peanut-free, but we discourage campers from bringing foods that contain common allergens like peanuts. We inform counselors of campers’ allergies so they can take measures to prevent contact with allergens. 

If my camper has an EpiPen, inhaler, or other medication, who administers it? 

Our camp nurses or health care supervisors will be administering all medications. Medications will be stored at the Wellness Center or the HOLA office. Older campers who can self-administer inhalers and/or epi-pens will keep these items in their day pack. 

How many counselors will my camper have?

All groups have two counselors. All of our camper-to-counselor ratios meet or exceed ACA guidelines and standards set by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. 

Are meals provided?

Hale coordinates with BPS to provide breakfast and lunch to all campers.

What if my camper forgets sunscreen or insect repellent? 

Sunscreen with SPF30+ is available for campers who forget to bring their own. We also stock insect repellent with a maximum of 15% DEET, as the Department of Public Health recommends. If you do not want sunscreen and/or insect repellent applied to your child, or if they have an allergy, please indicate that on their Health Form.  We encourage all campers to arrive wearing sunscreen and insect repellent if they choose.

Will my camper have swimming lessons every day?

Campers should come prepared to swim each day camp is in session. Changing facilities are provided for campers to change into and out of their swim gear before and after their swim period. 

Does my camper carry their supplies with them all day? 

This is a campers' decision. They can bring their backpack with them throughout the day, or they can leave their bag behind at their camp's designated location. Campers' bags should return home with them each day. Please remember that campers should not bring anything that cannot be replaced, as items may get lost or stolen since belongings are not stored in secure locations. 

Should I label my camper’s belongings with their name? 

Yes! Please label everything they own with their first and last name. Unclaimed items are donated or discarded at the end of each session.

Can my camper bring a cell phone or other electronic devices?

Cell phones or other electronic devices are not allowed at our site.  If your camper brings one, it must remain in their backpack all day.   If a camper needs to get a hold of a parent, they may call on the office phone. HOLA is not responsible for any lost or damaged devices.

Can my camper bring personal comfort items or toys with them to camp? 

We ask that campers leave their comfort items (blankets, etc.) or toys (figurines, dolls, stuffed animals, etc.) at home. These items may be lost, damaged, or even destroyed, given our campers are changing locations frequently throughout the day and we are in an outdoor environment. These items also tend to lend themselves to arguments between campers. If a camper brings one of these items to camp they will be asked to leave it in their bag, or a counselor will hold it until the end of the day. If you’d like to speak with a member of our leadership team about this or a specific item, please call the office or email us.