Summer Camp FAQ- Choose from the list below:
Woodward at Copper Camp Rules and Regulations
What happens after I book a Summer Camp?
What is included in the price of the Camp?
Will there be someone from Woodward at the DIA airport?
Will the camper be chaperoned on the drive up to Copper Mountain?
What are the requirements for my child to attend Camp?
Is there a chance camp will be canceled?
Where will campers stay during the overnight camp?
Who will they be training with?
Who will be watching the Campers during sessions 2-8?
How much of the Camper’s time will be spent working on skiing/riding?
What will happen if my child is injured?
Am I required to have a certain type of medical insurance?
Can I visit or watch my camper?
What about skateboarding and BMX?
What will campers do at night?
Can my child record his experience at Woodward at Copper?
How can I stay in touch with my Camper?
Can my Camper drive up /bring their car?
Woodward at Copper Camp Rules and Regulations
• Here are a couple of the big “No’s” if a camper violates any of these they will be sent home
• No drinking, drugs, tobacco, etc.
• No fighting or harassment of any sort (including sexual harassment, i.e., unwanted advances toward other campers)
• No leaving camp boundaries (which includes going into unnecessary buildings, leaving rooms at night, going anywhere without staff permission)
How do I book a Summer Camp?
• Summer camps can be booked via the Call Center at 1-888-350-1544 or in person at the Barn.
What happens after I book a summer camp?
• A packet with all the required waivers and information about what your child will need, as well as rules and regulations, will be mailed out to you. You will need to fill out all the appropriate information and mail it back.
• Your Camper is ready to show up at the Edge on their start day!
What is included in the price of the Camp?
• Week Long Camps without lodging – Coaching on the snow and in the Barn, lunch, numerous activities at Copper
• Week Long Overnight Camps – Day and night counselors, coaching, 3 meals a day, accommodation in the EDGE, numerous activities at Copper and elsewhere
** Transportation to the Camp and from Denver is not included
Will there be someone from Woodward at the DIA airport?
There will be a Woodward at Copper employee stationed at DIA to help ensure campers get on their appropriate shuttle.
Will the camper be chaperoned on the drive up to Copper Mountain?
No, the campers will travel in shuttles supervised only by the driver.
What are the requirements for my child to attend Camp?
• Session 1 is for Adults (18 and up) as well as Teams. Team coaches are responsible for their team kids during free time and in the evening.
• For Sessions 2-7 your child must be at least 10 years of age
• Session 8 is a shortened week primarily for kids 8 to 12 year olds
• Your child must be at an intermediate terrain riding level
• You must pay fully in advance via credit card
Can I cancel once I Book?
• If you cancel outside of 30 days you will receive a 90% refund; if you cancel within 30 days no refund will be given.
• If a camper is hurt within the duration of their camp stay a pro-rate will be available. This will be determined the Barn Foreman or a Manager.
Is there a chance camp will be canceled?
Yes, Woodward at Copper requires a minimum of 40 campers to operate camp.
Where will campers stay during the Overnight camp?
• Lodging is provided at the EDGE
• Lodging will be in dormitory style rooms with 2 people per room
• The room will have 2 single beds, a television, a small desk, cubbies and hangers for their clothing, as well as a bathroom
• The room will not have a fridge or microwave in it
• Girls and boys will be split on different floors of the EDGE
• Roommate will be determined on age level – Roomate requests may be made if 2 friends want to room together (as long as they are the same gender). This is included in the summer camp registration paperwork
• Pets are not allowed to accompany the camper
• If you want something besides the EDGE for your camper you would book the week camp rate without lodging, and book your lodging separately
Who will they be Training With?
• A Woodward at Copper coach or professional Skier or Snowboarder
• Groups will be dependent on age, gender, and most importantly skiing and riding level
What will they be eating?
• Breakfast, lunch, and dinner will be kid friendly fare: fruit, cereal, burgers, hotdogs, tacos, salad bar, pizza, etc.
• Vegetarian options can be accommodated but not vegan
• Snacks will not be provided, but the local market and restaurants will be open.
Who will be watching the Campers during sessions 2-8?
• There will be coaches and counselors who will be responsible for a particular group of kids each week.
• The coaches will accompany the campers during the day on the hill and to the Barn and help with activities and accompany the campers on their free time when they are not being coached.
• The counselors will be staying the night at the EDGE and ensuring the night goes smoothly.
• The counselors are first aid certified; the Coaches are not, but we will have Ski Patrol on site as well as Woodward at Copper’s athletic trainers.
Will the Campers be Unsupervised at any time?
• Unsupervised times are extremely limited. There will be a “Campus Map” to explain where campers may go unsupervised at Copper Mountain (i.e. around Center Village). However, it is mandatory that counselors know where a camper is going at all times.
• Leaving the “Campus Map” territory will result in being sent home
How much of the Camper’s Time will be spent working on skiing/riding?
• 3-4 hours a day will be spent in the Barn
• 2-3 hours a day will be spent at Catalyst which is Copper’s on-snow terrain park (a bus will take them up the mountain)
• Campers will also have recreational free time in which they may select even more time training @ the Barn or other recreational activities
What will happen if my child is Injured?
• If your child is injured at Catalyst (on mountain), Ski Patrol will come and assess the injury
• If your child is injured at The Barn an athletic trainer will assess the injury
• If your child needs to go to the hospital they will be taken to Emergency at St. Anthony’s hospital in Frisco
• If the injury is very serious 911 will be called
• You will be contacted immediately
Am I required to have a certain type of medical insurance?
• No, but you will be required to sign a Medical Consent to Treat waiver should your child be injured.
• All participants are required to carry their own medical insurance as well as the signed consent to treat form.
Can I visit or watch my camper?
• Parents will be able to visit and stay in the Village since it is open to the public
• Parents will not be able to watch anything at Catalyst, due to limited transportation up the mountain
• Parents will be able to go into the Barn and watch from the designated viewing areas
What about skateboarding and BMX?
• The campers will not be coached in skateboarding, bmx or in-line skating, but they will have unlimited access to Woodward’s skatelite features.
• Skateboarding, bmx and in-line skating will be allowed in the Copper Village.
What will Campers do at night?
• Ski, snowboard, skateboard and BMX movies will be viewed regularly
• Village @ Copper planned night activities
• Free time at the Woodward at Copper Barn
• Big Air, Rail jams
How Can I give my child Extra Money?
• You can leave a cash allowance for your camper in the Camp Bank which is montiored by our Camp Office personnel. The camper can take small increments of cash for purchases
• You can also leave a credit card on file for the Woodward at Copper Cage (camp retail and logo shop)
Can my child record his experience at Woodward at Copper?
• Campers are welcome to film one another – although they can not use their film for any business purpose.
• As a guardian you will be signing a liability waiver which allows Woodward at Copper to film your child as well.
How Can I stay in Touch with my Camper?
• Campers will have free internet access at the EDGE. A few computers are available at the Edge or they may bring their laptop.
• It is recommended that Campers bring their cell phones because there is only one pay phone at the EDGE.
• Campers are not allowed to have their phone turned on during coached sessions
o Training facilities that fall under the coached sessions include the Barn and Catalyst Terrain Park.
• You may call the Barn at 1-800-458-8386, extension 83400 or 970-968-3400 to leave a message for your child
• You may also send packages to your child via FedEx or UPS at the Edge: 51 Beeler Place, Copper Mountain CO, 80443
Can my Camper Drive up /Bring Their Car?
• There will be free parking at the Alpine Lot.
• Campers under 18 will be required to turn in their car keys upon arrival and may not drive off campus during their stay.
• All camp and recreational activities at Copper are within walking distance.
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