Registration

Foundation will be using the Active Network for campers who wish to register for camp. Once on the Active webpage, you will need to create a User ID and a password. Then registration is all online, no papers to mail! Credit Card payments will be accepted and you can even make deposits or monthly payments if you like.

REGISTER HERE

Tuition

Foundation Sleepaway Camp @Camp Pontiac, August 16 - 21, 2020 
Tuition = $695.00 (Early Bird Rate of $649.00 BEFORE April 1)

Bus Fee (to Sleepaway Camp only)
For your convenience, a Coach Bus has been made available to you from several locations on Long Island for the sleepaway camp. You may reserve a round trip, or a one-way trip in either direction. The are no refunds available on bus reservations. We apologize, but we do not have busing available from locations other than Long Island.

Round Trip to camp and home again is $110.00.
Any One Way trip to or from sleepaway camp is $80.00.
You may register online at any time, but please know that bus reservation fill up fast!
BUS FEES ARE NON-REFUNDABLE. Once a spot is reserved we cannot offer a REFUND.

Refund Policy
A $250.00 deposit must be made when registering for sleepaway camp. Day Camp must be paid in full at registration. If a camper withdraws from camp, the full amount paid minus $100.00 and the processing fee will be returned if requested BEFORE July 1. If a refund is requested after July 1, the full amount will be returned minus $150.00 and the processing fee. THERE ARE ARE NO REFUNDS AFTER AUGUST 1.
Please Note: THERE ARE NO REFUNDS FOR BUS RESERVATIONS.

Logging into Your ACTIVE NETWORK Account
Once you have registered for camp, you can always log back into your ACTIVE NETWORK account by CLICKING HERE. You would need to go here to pay your balance for camp. If you would like to add busing, add optional programs (AP Cross Country, Sports Medicine or Leadership Academy), add a Camp Video or add additional sessions, please email Mike at Mike@FoundationSportCamps.com.

FAQ's

Is there still time to sign-up?

Camps will be capped this year. This means that you should register online and leave a credit card deposit AS SOON AS POSSIBLE. Take advantage of the early bird discounts. The 2017 and 2018 camps were SOLD OUT in the first week of August. Don't be left out in 2019! As we get closer to the camp dates, check website often for information such as busing, packing lists, and other good stuff. We will also post when our camp is sold out!

Do I need to fill out camper health forms?

There are NO SEPERATE MEDICAL FORMS TO FILL OUT AND MAIL IN. All camper medical information, health questions and parental permissions are completed online during the online registration. Please click HERE for the online registration. ONCE AGAIN, THERE ARE NO MEDICAL FORMS NEEDED!

Do I get a family discount?

When 2 or more campers register at the SAME TIME on the same credit card, the second child and each additional child will automatically receive a $25.00 discount.

What if I want to register for more than one Track & Field event or the Multi-events?

We are very flexible in allowing our campers to participate in the programs they choose. During registration, choose your favorite Track & Field event and register for that event. Then send an email to Mike at Mike@FoundationSportCamps.com and let us know your other events and we will be sure to make a note to include you!

Where can I find directions to Camp?

Driving directions to all of our camps can be found by clicking here.

GETTING TO CAMP ON Wednesday, AUGUST 16 for NON-BUS RIDERS

Drop off at Camp this Wednesday is between 1-2pm ONLY. WE WILL NOT BE ABLE TO CHECK ANYONE IN BEFORE 1pm, so please do not come earlier than that time. In fact, the Camp Pontiac staff will still be cleaning the campus, as their summer long camp will just be ending. In addition, our staff will be finishing their training and will not be ready to begin supervision until AFTER 1pm. Again, we do ask you kindly, PLEASE DO NOT ARRIVE EARLY! Our first meal at Camp is DINNER on Sunday. Please be sure your camper eats lunch before checking in to camp!

Pick up time on Friday, August 21 is also between 1-2pm. Your campers may not be ready before 1pm!

Please see our recommended packing lists by clicking HERE.

Some have asked about money; there is a canteen with snacks and sports drinks that will be open each night, as well as an ice cream shop that will open after dinner. Most campers spend between $4-8 per day. Runners Edge will also have a store open daily selling  running shoes, apparel and other sports related items. They take cash, but also can process credit cards as well.

CONTACTING MIKE & TIM at CAMP
Please know that cell service is VERY limited at Camp. Campers will have VERY little cell service, and there is VERY limited Wi-Fi. It will be difficult reach them at times, but know they are ok and will be having a great time!

If you need to reach Mike or Tim, EMAIL IS BEST! We will be checking many times a day and this is the best way to reach us.

The office number to Camp Pontiac is 518-329-6555, and will be staffed from 9-3pm or so. You can also leave a message after hours. However, I will remind you that EMAIL is the best way to reach us!

MAIL
Many parents ask about mailing a letter or package to camp. Please use the address below if you wish to do so, however please know that all mail goes to the local Post Office and we must pick it up once a day. Nothing gets delivered right to the camp. In other words, if you plan on mailing anything to camp, please have it in the mail by Thursday to be sure it gets to camp in time!

Camper Name c/o Foundation Sports
Camp Pontiac
2044 County Route 7 (Box 100)
Copake, NY 12516

COLOR WAR TEAMS!

On Saturday Evening of Sleepaway Camp, Foundation will host its 10th annual Color War. Red, Yellow, Green and Blue teams will battle it out under the lights to see who takes home the trophy... and bragging rights!

Whatever team you are on, go out and get as much of that color for that Saturday... Shirts, Hats, face paint, hairspray, whatever!!! Spirit Points WILL be awarded! You ONLY need your color for Saturday evening, NOT for the whole week! Stay tuned for the announcement to see what team you will be on!

CAMPER MEDICATION GUIDELINES

Prescription Medications - It is essential that all medications you send be in the original prescription bottle with a legible label and complete directions for administration. Please only send the amount of medication needed for the duration of camp with one or two extra doses in the event one is dropped or spilled. Please keep the remainder at home.

Epi Pens - Epi pens should be labeled with the camper’s name. You may send in your child’s own Benadryl if that is also recommended. Please place both in a Ziploc bag that is also labeled.

Inhalers and Nebulizers - Any camper with a history of asthma or exercise induced asthma should bring all asthma medication with them. Routine, preventive inhalers will be kept in the infirmary and rescue inhalers should be with the campers at all times. Ideally, send a back up rescue inhaler in case one is lost. The camp has nebulizer machines, and therefore only nebulizer medication and tubing needs to be sent. Please advise your child that if his/her symptoms are not being controlled well they should see the nurse.

Over-the-Counter Medications - Even OTC medications must be kept in the infirmary. If you plan on sending any up with your camper, it must be in a ziplock bag with the campers name on it and turned into the infirmary upon arrival to camp.

No Medication May Be Kept In the Bunks! - Camp Pontiac has a fully supplied infirmary with a nurse on site. All medications including over-the-counter medications, creams, etc must be turned into the infirmary for daily administration. This is to comply with the state Health Department regulations but more importantly to keep your child and other children safe from harm. Even the most common medication is dangerous if taken incorrectly, or shared inappropriately.

Thank you for your compliance with these regulations and for stressing their importance with your camper. Our desire is for every child to have a safe camp experience!

PLEASE DOUBLE CHECK GRADE IN ACTIVE NETWORK ACCOUNT!

As we begin our final preparations for Foundaion Sleepaway, I would like to ask a favor from all returning campers and parents. It seems Active Network does not automatically advance a campers grade from the year before. This could cause a problem when we begin to create bunks and program rosters. If you are a returning camper and haven't done so already, if you could log into your Active Network account and just double check the campers grade is correct in your account information. You can log in here;  https://campsself.active.com/FoundationSportCamps . Any changes or issues, email Mike!

A few more notes based on questions we've received...

• Tips for staff - Each bunk has 2-3 staff members. It is certainly ok to tip the counselors, especially the college kids! This is certainly NOT mandatory, but I know they appreciate it!
• Color War is ONLY for Wednesday. If rain is in the forecast, we may adjust the schedule or hold color war indoors in the gym!
• We do NOT have any staff available to check you in before 1pm Sunday.
• Friday pick-up at Camp is between 1pm-2pm. Buses will return to their stops between 4-5pm.
• Kids spend between $4-8 per night at the canteen/ice cream shop.
• Don't forget rain gear!
• Email is the best way to reach us!
• If you are driving to camp, please plan on arriving between 1pm - 2pm. DO NOT ARRIVE EARLY! Our staff will be in training and we will not be able to provide supervision or check campers in until 1pm! WE CANNOT CHECK ANYONE IN BEFORE 1:00pm Sunday!
• If you are riding the bus up, please get to your bus stop at least 15 minutes early! Please bring a bag lunch to eat on the bus. The first meal served at camp will be dinner!
• Money - we do have a canteen with snack and refreshments as well as an ice cream shop that will open after dinner. Most kids spend between $5-10 a day, so you can get an idea of how much money to spend. The Runner's Edge will also be selling shoes and apparel at camp, and they do take credit cards as well as cash.
• Don't forget your bedding, as well as soap/shampoo and towels among other toiletries!
• Color War is ONLY for one day, not all week!
• Parents - We will keep you updated on camp happenings on our webpage as well as our Facebook page, www.facebook.com/FoundationRunningCamps. We try our best to get pics of all the campers, but if you don't see them, don't worry - they'll be having fun! Any information you need about camp can be found on our website!
• Please know there is VERY limited cell service and no consistent wi-fi at camp. You may or may not be able to reach your camper. Please don't worry!
• Directions - Simply put the address of Camp Pontiac in your GPS app, 2066 Route 7, Copake, NY 125126.
• What to pack? Please click the link to our PACKING LISTS! Do NOT overpack, what you pack you must carry to your bunk and back!