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Who can come to Camp Kodiak?
Boys ages 11+ who want an experience of
a lifetime. Dads are also strongly encouraged to come.
Don't just send your sons, go with them!
What is the weather and temperature
like?
Summer in Alaska features 24 hours of daylight. The weather
is comfortable with temperatures ranging from 45 to 80
degrees Fahrenheit (8 to 23 degrees Celsius). Visit www.cnn.com/weather for a full 5-day weather forecast.
Does my son need insurance?
While we employ the highest safety standards, extra "security"
is always a good idea and, therefore, personal insurance
is recommended.
My son has never been in the wilderness,
what can he expect?
An experience of a lifetime! New exciting friendships
with leaders from around the world. An opportunity to
experience "God's marvelous works". And, if
it's mom who's a bit skittish, keep in mind that all wilderness
activities use professional guides and that wilderness
Do's & Don'ts are taught to the boys!
Given the unique nature of activities
at this camp, what is the makeup of staff accompanying
the boys?
Great question!! We are extremely proud of the staff we
have put together in order to make this a safe, adventurous,
healthy and spiritual experience. Each group has their
own chef, doctor (trained in wilderness medicine), licensed
guide/survival expert and priest as well as specially
trained counsellors.
Is there someone I can speak to
personally, someone who has experienced Camp Kodiak?
Yes, camp director Ray Arsenault
always welcomes the opportunity to talk with you. If needed
he can offer contacts with other Kodiak alumni who can
provide additional information. Ray can be reached at
902/854-2808 (phone), 902/854-2808 (fax), or arsenaultacres@pei.sympatico.ca
(email).
What does my son bring?
Camp Kodiak Packing List
Alaskan summer weather can range between warm and sunny to cold and wet! Rain gear is essential!! Fleece, polypropylene, quick dry, and other synthetic materials are excellent in the outdoors; cotton is NOT, as it loses its insulating ability when wet. Avoid cotton sweatshirts and jeans if possible, in favor of fleece and synthetics. Except for the “Optional” category, consider this list essential equipment! It’s a great idea to put your name on all your equipment.
Camping Equipment
- Sleeping bag & sleeping pad
- Medium size backpack (internal frame is best)
Clothing
- Rainproof jacket & pants
- Winter jacket
- Light jacket (fleece)
- Long underwear (tops & bottoms)
- Long pants (3 pairs)
- Shorts (3 pairs)
- Shirts (3 pairs each long & short sleeves)
- Underwear (10 pairs)
- Socks (5 pairs)
- Waterproof hiking boots
- Sandals or water socks
- Tennis/running shoes
- Swimming suit
- Hats (baseball style & cold weather style)
- Light weight work gloves
Toiletries
- Toothbrush & toothpaste
- Stick deodorant (unscented)
- Soap & plastic container
- Sunscreen
Accessories
- Sunglasses
- Water bottle
- Towel
- Mosquito repellant (DEET is best)
Miscellaneous
- Personal medications
- Plastic bags (for dirty, wet clothing)
- Personal insurance
- $100-$200 U.S. spending money
- Passports or personal identification
- Pocketknife
Optional
- Camera
- Mosquito head net
- Compass
- Favorite, single hook, fishing lures
DO NOT BRING
- Radio, MP3, CD, DVD players
- Gameboys, video games, etc.
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