Camp Y-Noah Retreats FAQs

On this page you'll learn what your group needs to know before arriving at Camp Y-Noah.

1. How many school staff or adult chaperones are required with our group?
2. What do we need to bring?
3. Should we have our activity groups separated before we arrive camp?
4. Do we need to bring a nurse?
5. Are there any special camp rules that our group needs to know about?

1. How many school staff or adult chaperones are required with our group?

   At Camp Y-Noah we require one adult chaperone with each teaching or activity group to assist instructors with supervision of participants and to manage any discipline or first aid requirements. Supervision from chaperones is also required whenever groups are in cabins, during meals and during free time periods.

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2. What do we need to bring?

   See the list that highlights all of the required items for an overnight stay at Camp Y-Noah. Please do not hesitate to contact our Outdoor Learning Center director if you have more specific questions in regards to what might be required for your stay.

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3. Should we have our activity groups separated before we arrive camp?

   Yes, it is a good idea to divide your group into activity groups of 10-16 students. Cabin groups of no more than 13 (cabins sleep a total of 14) will also need to be determined before you arrive. Cabin groups can also be table groups for meal times or you can make separate table groups if you prefer. It also works well to name these groups and for participants to know which group they belong to before they arrive at camp. Your groups will also be required to assist as "hoppers" to set up the dining hall before each meal. It is a good idea to have a schedule made up of who is hopping and when before arriving to camp.

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4. Do we need to bring a nurse?

   It is not a requirement that you bring a nurse to camp, but you will need to allocate an adult member from your group who is first aid certified and will be responsible for dispensing medications and first aid to your group. Camp Y-Noah staff are restricted in providing first aid to groups.

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5. Are there any special camp rules that our group needs to know about?

   At Camp Y-Noah we live and work under the YMCA character values of Caring, Honesty, Respect, Responsibility and Faith. We ask that groups incorporate these values into their stay. Any rules that exist for the group in their usual environment will also be expected here at Camp Y-Noah. Beyond that we ask that group members respect the following guidelines:

   • Stay out of buildings other than their own cabins—unless with adult supervision.
   • Cars at camp need to be parked in the main parking area—except during unloading or loading.
   • Campfires are permitted only in designated campfire rings.
   • Many of our staff live here at Camp Y-Noah. Please respect the beautiful, natural environment that makes Camp Y-Noah so special.
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What To Bring / Not To Bring:

Please bring:

• Underwear — enough for as many days as you will be at camp
• Socks — enough for double the days you will be at camp
• Pajamas
• Two pairs of old shoes — hiking boots, sneakers or equivalent
• Shower shoes or sandals
• Raincoat or rain poncho
• Hat — for warmth or sun protection depending on time of year
• Old pants or jeans — at least two pair
• Old shorts — for warm weather
• Heavy sweater, jacket or coat (cold weather can happen any time and we do activities outside)
• Long sleeved shirt or lightweight jacket
• Old T-shirts — enough for as many days as you will be at camp
• Sleeping bag, blankets/sheets or equivalent
• Pillow and pillowcase
• Towels and washcloth
• Soap and shampoo
• Comb or brush
• Toothbrush and toothpaste
• Insect repellent
• Sunscreen
• Flashlight
• Water bottle — essential
• Pillowcase or laundry bag for dirty laundry
• Camera — optional
• Reading material — optional

Please do not bring:

• Food of any kind—it attracts critters into the cabins
• Radios, walkmans, stereos
• Handheld computer games
• Cell phones
• Expensive jewelry
• Knives of any kind
• Anything you do not want lost or broken

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