General Information About Girls Summer Camp
Click on the headings below to see more information about each.
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Payments
Please, all payments must be in US dollars (USD) only.
Deposit
Please submit a minimum $500 deposit per camper with the registration form.
Balance Payment
Please pay the remainder of balances by May 1st.
Credit Card Payment
WeHaKee Camp for Girls accepts VISA, MASTERCARD and DISCOVER.
Online Payments
Payments may be made using our online service. The deposit can be made using VISA, MASTERCARD or DISCOVER or e-check. Please contact the Administrative Office if you need assistance.
Bank Wire Transfers
Payments (in USD) can be made in any amount via bank wire transfer. Please contact the Administrative Office for details.
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Full Refund
Camp WeHaKee will immediately refund the full amount if a girl cannot be placed in the programs or dates of her choice.
If registration is contingent upon financial aid, all monies paid, including deposits will be refunded immediately if sufficient financial assistance is not offered or available.
Cancellations Through to April 1st
A refund of all fees paid to date will be given (not including the non-refundable deposit).
Cancellations After April 1st
Camp WeHaKee retains the right to retain all fees paid to date.
Cancellations Due to Illness/Injury Prior to Camper’s Arrival
After being reviewed and approved by the directors, a refund of all fees paid to date (minus the $500 deposit) may be given. Documentation may be necessary prior to approval of refund.
Illness/Injury While Attending Camp
If a camper departs camp due to illness, injury or other circumstances (as approved by the directors), WeHaKee may refund a prorated portion of the fees paid.
Behavioral & Other Issues
If a camper departs camp due to homesickness, behavioral, and/or disciplinary issues, WeHaKee will retain all fees paid.
Parent-Initiated Departures
If a camper leaves camp early due to a parent-initiated request or action, WeHaKee will retain all fees paid. The directors may review the reasons for the parent-initiated request and if they deem it is warranted (i.e., medical or family emergency), may refund fees paid (minus the $500 deposit) on a prorated basis.
Notification
The parent/guardian is responsible for notifying the WeHaKee Administrative Office immediately and in writing of any cancellations or reductions in session length related to the registration of their child(ren).
All refunds are made via check. Please allow 30 days for processing. Questions or concerns should be directed to the WeHaKee Administrative Office.
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Applications are accepted and places held only when the deposit of $500 is enclosed with the registration form and activity form. This fee applies directly to the balance of tuition. Upon receipt of registration form and deposit, we will send you confirmation information including an itemized account of anticipated expenses along with other helpful information.
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$60 for 2 weeks; $85 for 4 weeks; $105 for 6 weeks (for Internationals only, please). Bedding includes sleeping bag, pillow, pillow case, sheets, towel and wash cloth. Please pay this fee with registration fee payments.
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Optional laundry service is available and is provided on a weekly basis. The fee is $55 for two-week campers, $65 for 4 week campers and $85 for 6 week campers. Please pay this fee with registration fee payments.
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Requests for one friend as a cabin mate can be indicated on the Registration Form. Requests made after submitting the Registration Form should be done in writing at least 30 days prior to the camper’s arrival. Camper requested must be the same age or grade. All efforts will be made to honor cabin mate requests, but they cannot be guaranteed.
PLEASE NOTE – Requests to place larger groups of friends together are not possible as this can create an uncomfortable or challenging situation for other individual campers within the cabin.
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Chicago Bus
Opening Day
Please bring your daughter to camp between 2:30pm and 3:30pm.
Personal vehicles will be met at the camp gate and will be given instructions as to where to park. In order to maintain a safe enclosed environment at camp itself, we ask that all stay in their cars at all times. Camp staff will be available to assist with retrieving luggage from camper cars. There will be no restroom facilities available to non-campers while at camp.
Closing Day
- Please pick up your daughter between 9:30am and 10:30am.
- Personal vehicles will be met at the camp gate and will be given instructions as to where to park. In order to maintain a safe enclosed environment at camp itself, we ask that all stay in their cars at all times. Camp staff will be available to assist with retrieving and loading luggage into camper cars. There will be no restroom facilities available to non-campers while at camp.
For 2021 to reduce the risk of COVID-19 exposure, we are making significant adjustments to our transportation options for campers to arrive at camp. To better help us keep you, your family, and our camp community safe and healthy we ask that you take the time to thoroughly read and understand our transportation procedures for this summer. Also, these procedures are subject to change as we learn more information regarding COVID-19 and transportation.
IMPORTANT NOTICE: Due to an increased risk of COVID-19 transmission in the enclosed setting of a bus, we strongly encourage families to transport their child directly to camp via car. If you are unable to transport your daughter to camp, limited bus transportation to camp will be available. Contact us at any time with questions or concerns regarding your child’s travel to camp this summer.
Traveling to and from camp via a personal vehicle is the best mode of transportation. It decreases the amount of potential COVID-19 exposure while outside of the home and camp bubbles. We strongly encourage all of our families to use this form of travel as it provides the lowest risk of COVID-19 exposure to our campers and staff.
For campers needing to fly to camp, we strongly encourage that a parent / guardian fly with the child, rent a vehicle and transport her personally to camp. If a parent is unable to fly with their child and she will be in need of a gate escort to assist her in the airport, please contact our WeHaKee Office before booking flights to arrange for proper supervision and support.
Using the ‘Minneapolis’ Bus
(TO/FROM ST. PAUL / MINNEAPOLIS INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT – MSP ONLY)
Bus transportation must be reserved through the WeHaKee Office, prior to departure. Cost is $150/one-way or $300/round-trip.Opening Day
Due to an increased risk of COVID-19 transmission in the enclosed setting of a bus, we strongly encourage families to transport their child directly to camp via car. ‘Local’ campers choosing to ride the ‘Minneapolis’ bus will need to be dropped off at the predetermined location at or near the airport at the designated time. Families will be notified of the appropriate arrival time 7-10 days prior to departure. Parents/Guardians arriving to drop off their child are asked to stay socially distant from the entire group to reduce potential exposure. If bus travel time occurs during a meal time, campers will receive a meal at no extra charge.
Closing Day
Charter coach bus transportation will be available from the Minneapolis / St. Paul International Airport (MSP) for those campers flying from camp as well as ‘local’ campers.
- We strongly recommend that the families of ‘local’ non-flying campers consider transporting their child directly from camp via personal vehicle to reduce the amount of potential exposure during travel.
- We also strongly encourage that those flying from camp be escorted by their parent / guardian. The parent must arrive at MSP in plenty of time prior to the arrival of the camp bus at the predetermined location at or near the airport. This may require arriving the day prior to the bus arrival.
‘Local’ campers choosing to ride the ‘Minneapolis’ bus will need to be picked up by a parent / guardian at the predetermined location at or near the airport at the designated time. Families will be notified of the appropriate arrival time 7-10 days prior to departure. Parents / Guardians arriving to retrieve their child are asked to stay socially distant from the entire group to reduce potential exposure.
‘Flying’ Campers – Due to an increased risk of COVID-19 transmission in the enclosed setting of a bus, we strongly encourage families to transport their child directly from camp via car. In addition, we recommend that a parent fly with the child in order to pick them up at the predetermined location at or near the airport and then check them in and escort them through the airport. If you are unable to travel with your child and she will be in need of a gate escort to assist her in checking in and boarding her flight at the airport, please contact the WeHaKee Office before booking flights to arrange for proper supervision and support.
Using the ‘Chicago’ Bus
(FROM/TO RIVER FOREST, WILMETTE, MILWAUKEE, MADISON/DeFOREST)
Bus transportation must be reserved through the WeHaKee Camp for Girls Office, prior to departure. Cost is $150/one-way or $300/round-trip.Opening Day
Upon arrival at the bus stop (River Forest, IL, Wilmette, IL, Milwaukee, WI, or Madison (DeForest), WI, parents/guardians should stay inside or immediately near their vehicles. Campers will be escorted by camp staff with their luggage to the bus.
PLEASE ARRIVE at least 30 minutes prior to the departure times indicated for your bus stop location listed below. Please do not drop off campers and/or leave them unattended.
- Please arrive at least 30 minutes prior to the departure times indicated for your bus stop location listed below.
- Please escort your child(ren) to the coach bus when it arrives and wait until they are properly checked in.
Location
Address
Departs At:
RIVER FOREST
Dominican University Main Campus7900 Division St. (Use Thatcher Ave. entrance)
7:00 AM*
WILMETTE
Regina Dominican High School701 Locust Road, Wilmette, IL
8:00 AM*
MILWAUKEE
Mitchell Park Domes524 S. Layton Blvd.
9:30 AM*
MADISON / DeFOREST
Subway parking lot4867 Cty Rd V, DeForest WI (just off I90/94 exit 126)
10:30 AM*
* Departure times are best estimates as delays may occur due to traffic congestion, road construction or weather. If the bus is more than 45 minutes late, you may contact us at 1-800-582-2267 for available information regarding delays and updated departure times.
Closing Day
Charter coach bus transportation will be available from Camp WeHaKee to Madison/DeForest, WI / Milwaukee, WI / Wilmette,IL / River Forest, IL).
- Please plan to arrive at least 30 minutes prior to the arrival times indicated for your bus stop location listed below.
Location
Address
Arrives At:
MADISON/DeFOREST
Subway Parking Lot4867 Cty Rd V, DeForest WI
(just off I90/94 exit 126)11:00 AM*
MILWAUKEE
Mitchell Park Domes524 S. Layton Blvd.
1:00 PM*
WILMETTE
Regina Dominican High School701 Locust Rd, Wilmette, IL
(use Locust Rd. entrance)2:00 PM*
RIVER FOREST
Dominican University Main Campus7900 Division St.
(use Thatcher Ave. entrance)3:30 PM*
* Departure times are best estimates as delays may occur due to traffic congestion, road construction or weather.
As a part of their bus fee, campers will receive a meal at no extra charge.
Upon arrival at the bus stop (River Forest, IL, Wilmette, IL, Milwaukee, WI, or Madison (DeForest), WI, parents / guardians should stay inside or immediately near their vehicles. Campers will be escorted by camp staff with their luggage to their parent / guardian vehicle.
For Those Flying & Using the Minneapolis Bus
Opening Day
For 2021 to reduce the risk of COVID-19 exposure, we are making significant adjustments to our transportation options for campers to arrive at camp. To better help us keep you, your family, and our camp community safe and healthy we ask that you take the time to thoroughly read and understand our transportation procedures for this summer. Also, these procedures are subject to change as we learn more information regarding COVID-19 and transportation.
IMPORTANT NOTICE: Due to an increased risk of COVID-19 transmission in the enclosed setting of a bus, we strongly encourage families to transport their child directly to camp via car. If a parent is unable to fly with their child and she will be in need of a gate escort to assist her in the airport, please contact our WeHaKee Office before booking flights to arrange for proper supervision and support.
Traveling to and from camp via a personal vehicle is the best mode of transportation. It decreases the amount of potential COVID-19 exposure while outside of the home and camp bubbles. We strongly encourage all of our families to use this form of travel as it provides the lowest risk of COVID-19 exposure to our campers and staff.
For campers needing to fly to camp, we expect that a parent / guardian fly with the child, rent a vehicle and transport her personally to camp.
Closing Day
Charter coach bus transportation will be available from the Minneapolis / St. Paul International Airport (MSP) for those campers flying from camp as well as ‘local’ campers.
- We strongly encourage that the families of ‘local’ non-flying campers consider transporting their child directly from camp via personal vehicle to reduce the amount of potential exposure during travel.
- We also strongly encourage that those flying from camp be escorted by their parent/guardian. The parent must arrive at MSP in plenty of time prior to the arrival of the camp bus at the predetermined location at or near the airport. This may require arriving the day prior to the bus arrival. If a parent is unable to fly with their child and she will be in need of a gate escort to assist her in the airport, please contact our WeHaKee Office before booking flights to arrange for proper supervision and support.
‘Local’ campers choosing to ride the ‘Minneapolis’ bus will need to be picked up by a parent/guardian at the predetermined location at or near the airport at the designated time. Families will be notified of the appropriate arrival time 7-10 days prior to departure. Parents / Guardians arriving to retrieve their child are asked to stay socially distant from the entire group to reduce potential exposure.
‘Flying’ Campers – Due to an increased risk of COVID-19 transmission in the enclosed setting of a bus, we strongly encourage families to transport their child directly from camp via car. In addition, we recommend that a parent fly with the child in order to pick them up at the predetermined location at or near the airport and then check them in and escort them through the airport. If you are unable to travel with your child and she will be in need of a gate escort to assist her in checking in and boarding her flight at the airport, please contact the WeHaKee Office before booking flights to arrange for proper supervision and support.
Will Someone Else be Picking Up Your Child?
Please notify Camp WeHaKee in writing prior to her departure.
To allow us to release your daughter to someone other than their parent / guardian, you MUST complete a Pick-Up Authorization Form. Once completed and signed, fax it to Camp WeHaKee at 1-715-266-2267 AT LEAST 48 HOURS PRIOR to the pick-up time. We cannot release a child to a person other than a legal parent / guardian without this completed and signed form.
For safety purposes, we cannot accept phone messages or notes provided by the pick-up person at the pick-up point.
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Activity Choices
The Activity Card lists the activities available for each camper. Campers should select 12 activities they would like to participate in. The camper’s selections should be ranked 1-12. Upon her arrival, each camper will receive a schedule of their activities. Every effort will be made to ensure each girl is scheduled into the activities of her choice, but occasionally it may be necessary (for safety or space concerns) to place them in a substitute activity.
Horseback Riding
The horseback riding program includes instruction and trail rides on camp property. Fee for this additional program is $250 per each 2 week session. Campers should list their specific experience in riding so as to help us in making appropriate assignments.Water-skiing
The water ski program includes instruction and skiing on Hunter Lake for 5 lessons over each two week sessions. Fee for this additional program is $60 per each 2 week session.Leadership Academy
The WeHaKee Leadership Academy is available for campers 15 and older. Through servant leadership approaches, learn how to utilize your gifts & talents while leading and motivating others. Click here for more details.Overnight Camping Trip
Prior experience is recommended, i.e. overnight tent camping with family, scout group, church, etc. Plan a multi-day, off-camp hiking and/or canoe trip. (No extra cost)Session-Break Day Trips (during session breaks)
Campers attending 4 week sessions will participate in a mid-session off-camp excursion where they will be able to shop, eat, and have fun. Campers are encouraged to deposit an extra $20-$40 in their Trading Post account to allow them spending money during this event.Campers attending 6 week sessions will participate in two off-camp excursions including trips to Hayward. They are encouraged to deposit an extra $50-$70 for these events. They will be supervised by WeHaKee staff at all times.
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This is the camp store where there is no exchange of real money. A daily snack and beverage is provided at no extra charge as this is included within the camper’s tuition. Items such as t-shirts, sweatshirts, stuffed animals, and other souvenirs along with note pads, envelopes and stamps can be purchased at our Camp Store. Prices range from $1 to $40.
- CASH WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED AT OUR CAMP STORE (except by families on opening and closing days).
- Funds should be deposited into your child’s Camp Store account prior to their arrival. Any unused balance of this deposited money will be refunded via check within 30 days of your child’s departure.
- Although optional, we suggest the following amounts for Camp Store Accounts:
- $70 for 2-week campers
- $125 for 4-week campers (includes money for off-camp excursions during session break).
- $175 for 6-week campers (includes money for off-camp excursions during session breaks).
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Campers love letters! E-mail messages are OK, but they are usually read and then discarded. However, the letters and cards our campers receive are some of their most cherished items at camp. They love getting real mail from you, from grandparents and other relatives and friends. We strongly encourage families to write letters as often as one-a-day, at the very least one per week. They’ll love you even more for it!
Please address letters & packages in the following manner:
Camper Name
WeHaKee Camp for Girls
N8104 Barker Lake RD
Winter WI 54896 USA -
Please send e-mails to your child securely online through our ‘E-mail Your Camper‘ section. There is a fee of $1 per message for this service.
- Make the message ‘newsy’ & informative, just like a letter. Please avoid the ‘one-liners’ whenever possible.
- E-mails will be printed and delivered with the day’s mail.
- All e-mail messages will be screened for appropriateness.
- Campers do not have computer access and therefore will not be able to reply to your e-mails – Encourage them to write you a letter, instead!
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With limited phone lines available, we are unable to provide phone communications directly between families and campers.
- Camp is an ideal place for a girl to grow in her self-confidence and practice her independence in a supportive environment. Camp allows your child to discover her strengths by succeeding on her own.
- We know how much you may miss your daughter while she is away – You are always welcome to contact us to see how she is doing. We are happy to visit with them, talk with their counselors and get back to you with a full report.
- In a family emergency situation, arrangements can be made to connect with your child.
- Camper use of cell phones is not allowed at Camp WeHaKee.
- Campers do not have access to incoming or outgoing phone calls.
A Word About Homesickness
Please avoid telling your daughter she can call home if she is feeling sad or missing home. Simply mentioning this as an option to her will likely increase your daughter’s concerns or anxiety. Phone calls usually intensify homesick feelings and increase the camper’s potential for leaving camp early. Please know that the directors will contact you immediately if your child is having difficulties adjusting to camp, becomes ill or has any other significant issues.
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As international mail can sometimes be delayed, we do allow our international campers to have up to 5 letters (per two week session) scanned and e-mailed to their parents. Additional scanned letters to parents can be sent at a fee of $1 per page (the fee is deducted from the camper’s camp store account). This service is only available to campers who parents reside outside of the United States.
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Consistent with our mission to support a positive community of individuals who share and grow together, WeHaKee chooses to limit the use of electronic devices and other technology, yet embraces such technology when it engages campers and staff together in community life and enhances the welcoming environment that is Camp WeHaKee.
E-Mail and Internet Based Communication
Use of computers and the internet is possible for camp program enrichment that is guided & supervised by camp program staff. However, unless approved by the Directors, campers do not have access to e-mail, IM services, or other forms of internet based communications while attending Camp WeHaKee.
Telephones and Cell Phones
Campers are not permitted to have or use cell phones while at camp. Cell phones brought to camp will be securely stored in the camp office and returned upon departure. Unless approved by the Directors, campers do not have access to or use of telephones or cell phones while attending Camp WeHaKee.
Audio and Video Players and Related Equipment
The camp provides the use of audio and video players as an enhancement for program activities as determined by the camp program staff. Camper use of these items is to be supervised and specifically a part of program.
Camper use of personal audio players (iPods, mp3 players, etc.) is limited to use on the buses to/from camp unless determined otherwise by Camp WeHaKee staff. Personal video players are prohibited at all times, including on the buses to/from camp.
Cameras, Video Recorders, and Other Image Capturing Devices
The use of cameras is welcomed as a way for each camper to record experiences while attending WeHaKee. Campers are asked to use them in a positive and respectful manner while at camp or participating in camp related events.
Cameras, video recorders, or any other type of image capturing devices are strictly prohibited in restrooms and/or shower houses at anytime (including the taking of pictures or video from outside these facilities of images within through windows, doors or other openings). Photos, video or other images of WeHaKee Camp for Girls or its participants cannot be placed on websites, social networking sites (such as Facebook, YouTube, TikTok, Twitter, Instagram, etc.), etc.
The use of images of Camp WeHaKee participants that are used to intentionally embarrass, threaten, or harm others (emotionally, physically or otherwise) is strictly prohibited.
Communications After and Beyond Camp
Camp WeHaKee recognizes that campers and counselors develop close, trusting relationships with one another at camp and that these relationships are healthy, wholesome and beneficial to campers and staff alike. We also recognize that it is natural for campers to want to keep in touch with their counselors after camp. As an organization, however, Camp WeHaKee cannot take responsibility for what may occur as the result of such contact.
If a parent or legal guardian does not want their camper to be a part of the exchange of such information with a camp staff member, the parent or legal guardian must indicate this intention by providing a written request expressly indicating their intention to limit or prohibit this exchange of contact information.
“She cannot wait to see her friends from past camp years. She loves being there and trying new activities. The counselors treat her with respect and make her have fun. Seeing how much she really loves camp makes us send her there over and over again.”
Parent, Chicago, Illinois