Summer Prep
Texas Overnight Camp

We cannot wait for you to drive through our gates!
This page contains all the need-to-knows for Summer 2023: Sky 1-4, Morph, Quest, Young Riders, and Sky Fillies.
This summer we are asking the question “Who is God?” This is a question everyone is faced with at some point in their life and the way we answer it is vitally important. We will never fully understand the depth and greatness of who God is, but the Christian life is a lifelong journey of knowing and understanding Him. God wants us to know Him and has made Himself known, in creation and through His Holy Scriptures.
Like the rainforest, there is a vastness of majesty and glory to discover as we look beyond the surface and truly see who God is. He is a God of steadfast love, justice, and righteousness. The greatest thing we can do with our life is discover who He is. So, what are you waiting for? Join the adventure as we go "Into the Canopy" to Discover the One True God.
First time camper? Click here for helpful resources.
Learn more about who we are, safety, helpful tips, and see resources like blogs for packing.

Follow this list and you will have everything you need by the time camp rolls around!
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Now
- Log into your Online Account to:
- Confirm your account is paid in full.
- Complete your Health Form, Terms & Conditions.
- Answer the “Additional Questions.”
- Add Authorized Pickups for your camper.
- Sign up for Paintball and Horsemanship under Reservations.
- Pre-Order Skypacks, and Snack Packs!
- Confirm your Roommate Requests.
- Add funds to your Store Card.
- Confirm your camper’s shirt size in the “Additional Questions.”
Two weeks before camp
- You will be emailed your cabin assignment Thursday – 10 days before camp.
- Check the packing list.
- Prepare Camper Mail & Care Packages.
- Download the Bunk1 App and log in using your Sky Ranch username and password. Make sure notifications are turned on so you can receive important updates about camp!
One week before camp
- Plan night event outfits.
- Camper Medication: Must be in a labeled prescription bottle. Learn more about medication and health policies here.
Day before camp
- Make sure you have everything together. (Check the packing list again.)
- Fill out your camper’s Sky Ranch luggage tags and attach them to your camper’s luggage.
- Facial Recognition! Upload a clear photo of your camper’s face to the Bunk1 App so you can be notified when new photos of your camper are uploaded to the app each day!
Day of camp
- Decorate your car!
- Bring your driver’s license - it’s required.
- Don’t forget your camper mail/care packages. (We deliver on Tuesday and Thursday!)
- Listen to the Parent Camp Podcast in iTunes or Google Play with your campers.
- Head to your favorite place on earth! (Hint: Sky Ranch in Van, TX!)
- Want a sneak peek at the arrival process? Check out the video below!

During camp
- Send your camper emails and view daily photos with the Bunk1 App. (Expect to see a handful of photos of your camper throughout the week. Check out our philosophy on Camper Photos for more info.)
- Listen to the daily podcasts on Sky Ranch Parent Camp to be a part of the experience.

What to Bring
Required Items
Please make sure to label all of your camper's belongings!
Clothing | T-shirts/tops (no strapless) |
Blue jeans/long pants | Shorts (modest length please) |
Raincoat/poncho* | Lightweight jacket/fleece |
Tennis shoes (2 pair) | Swimsuit (one-piece only) |
Clothes to get dirty | Hand sanitizer |
Baseball cap/hat* | Twin bed sheets/blankets/sleeping bag |
Outfits for night events | Pillow & pillow case |
Water bottle* | Towels (shower & beach)* |
Socks | Toiletries* |
**Water shoes or old sneakers (Crocs don't count!) | Pajamas |
**Water Shoes are REQUIRED for lake activities, so don't forget them!**
Optional Extras
Disposable cameras | Flashlight* |
Sunscreen | Laundry bag |
Insect repellent | Wash cloth |
Bible/journal/pens* | Care packages*** |
Stationery/stamps* (Pre-addressed please) |
*For your convenience, these items are sold in the Legacy Center Corner Store
***Care Packages: Make sure to read up on guidelines for bringing care packages. Sky Ranch also offers the option to purchase pre-made SkyPacks for cabin delivery. See them in your Online Account.
Young Riders & Sky Fillies Rodeo Camps
- Riding boots.
- If your camper is bringing their own horse, please remember to bring buckets, feed, supplements, and all tack required for your horse for the week. If using a Sky Ranch horse, all of the above will be provided.
- A riding helmet is required. If you do not have a helmet, Sky Ranch will provide one.
- We will divide into teams for the Rodeo, so please pack both a red and a blue shirt.
What NOT to Bring
Crop tops | Scooter | low-cut tank tops |
Any web-enabled devices | Cell phones | Money |
Tobacco products | iPads/tablets | Fireworks |
Handheld video games | Computers | Bikes |
Paintball guns and gear | Skateboards | Fishing gear |
Skeet shooting equipment | Wake boarding equipment | Climbing gear |
Weapons (including pocket knives and multi-tools) | Alcohol/Illegal drugs | Archery equipment |
Personal sports equipment | Pets |
Any electronic device that can access the internet breaches our security policy. If discovered by a counselor, it will be collected and stored until the end of the camper's session. In addition, Sky Ranch cannot be responsible for lost or broken articles. Please do not bring anything that would break easily or cause loss if misplaced.
Helpful Hints
- Large suitcases or trunks are best (no larger than 32Lx18Wx14H)
- There is a themed night event each evening and campers are encouraged to dress up. Learn more here.
- Don’t buy a lot of new clothing - this is camp, and we will most likely get wet and dirty!
- Use ziplock bags to waterproof items.
- Don’t send anything that you consider irreplaceable.
- Clearly and boldly label all of your child’s belongings.
- Strapless clothing, mini-skirts, two-piece swimsuits or t-shirts with large cut outs are not allowed.
- All shorts must be a modest length (fingertip length) and we have a NO ROLL rule.
- Check out this blog post by one of our camper parents on packing.



Opening Day
Sunday Arrival Schedule
- 2:30pm-3:30 pm
- Sky 1
- Sky 2
- Young Riders*
- Sky Fillies*
- 3:30pm-4:30pm
- Sky 3
- Sky 4
- Morph
- 4:00-5:00pm
- Quest Van
- Quest Colorado
- Sigma Junior
- Sigma Senior
*For Young Riders and Sky Fillies: If you are bringing a horse, Sky Ranch Staff will be at the Arena to assist you. Once you have your horse settled, you will proceed to check-in on camp!
Upon arrival, Sky Ranch staff guide you through camper drop-off.
- Before you get out of your car, be sure to grab your Photo ID, your camper's medications, and any packages you are dropping off for the week! You'll take all of that with you!
- From there, we'll help load your luggage, and take you and your camper to their cabin. You'll need you Photo ID for this part!
- After saying your goodbyes, you'll head to Legacy. While there, you can:
- Drop off mail your camper's packages
- Turn in medication with the Health Center
- Finalize any registration details with Guest Services
- Visit the Corner Store and Cafe Sky! (Don't forget your free popcorn!)
- Once you're done, hop on a trailer back to the parking lot, and we'll see you on Saturday!
Saturday Pick-Up
Don’t forget to bring your Photo ID. It’s REQUIRED to pick up your camper.
- When you arrive, you will be directed where to go to pick up your camper's luggage and any medications you may have dropped off for their time at camp.
- Next, you'll park and head to Legacy, where you can pre-register for next summer if you didn't Quick Enroll – secure their spot, get a great discount and go home with a limited edition pre-reg tee!
- After we check your Photo ID (don't leave it in your car!), you’ll receive a Yellow Slip that is required to collect your camper after Closing Show.
- Hold on to your Yellow Slip and head inside for a brief Closing Show to where you’ll see highlights of the BEST WEEK EVER!
- After Closing Show, you'll have the opportunity to talk with your camper's counselors – and hand off that all-important Yellow Slip!
- Once you've said "See ya next year," don't forget to grab a milkshake at Café Sky, stop in the store for any final purchases, and turn in your pre-reg form!
Summer 2023 Closing Show Times
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8:00 AM - Gates open to welcome parents for Sigma Brunch (8:30 AM start) and Sky 1 and 2 Closing Show at 9:30!
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Please arrive by 9:00 AM to have plenty of time to collect luggage before the Show!
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8:00 AM - Young Riders and Sky Fillies Rodeo Begins
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If you have a Young Rider or Sky Fillies camper, do not worry about going through the main part of camp to get your camper's luggage and medication. We will have all of that at the Sky Ranch Arena. Please follow the signs straight there for the amazing Rodeo we have planned for you! The Rodeo will be completed in time for you to head to camp if you have other campers who will be at those Closing Shows.
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9:00 AM - Gates open to welcome parents for the Sky 3, Sky 4, Morph, Quest, and Sigma Junior Closing Show at 10:30!
- 9:30 AM - Sky 1 and Sky 2 Closing Show
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Join us for a brief Closing show with our Sky 1 and 2 campers and hear about the incredible things the Lord did this week!
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10:30 AM: Sky 3, Sky 4, Morph, Quest, and Sigma Junior Closing Show
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We recommend arriving by 10:00 am to get checked-in by the time Closing Show starts promptly at 10:30!
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We can't wait to celebrate a great week at camp with these campers! If you also have a Sky 1 or 2 camper, please have them sit with you during this Show and celebrate with us!
Is your camper coming two weeks in a row?
Back for Summer 2023, we will be offering Weekend Camp* only to campers who are attending 2 consecutive weeks of camp for $250. Please email GuestServices@SkyRanch.org for details.
*Not available between Sessions 10 and 11.*
Camper Check-Out Policy
Campers will not be released to an individual for any reason without following the check-out process.
- Show your driver’s license to their counselor.
- Sign the camper check-out form.
- Turn in your pre-reg form if you haven’t already.
- Get your camper!
Important Info: You may authorize additional people to pick up your camper in your Online Account under Additional Questions prior to camp. We cannot release a camper to anyone who is not on this list.

What is a night event and what does that mean for packing?
Make sure to watch the video to learn what night events are and see examples of costumes! Each week starts with opening show and ends with campfire. Mixed in between are creative themed nights.
Sunday - Opening Show 2023
Wear your silliest camp costume and get ready for a night filled with LAUGHTER and fun. Topping it all off with a firework show extravaganza!
Monday - Journey Through the Jungle
Oh boy. This night is full of surprises. Spend the night on a Journey Through the Jungle to discover clues that just might fix the biggest mistake of camp. But who can trek through the jungle without proper gear? To make sure you make it through the treacherous jungle, you gotta blend in! Come dressed like you belong in the jungle - whether that’s as a jungle guide or the animals that roam the rainforest! Then you will be ready to work TOGETHER as a cabin to complete the challenges ahead!
Tuesday - Guy/Girl Night
Sky 1 Girls - Princess Pajama Jam
Calling all Sky 1 gal pals! It’s not just any old girl’s night - it’s PRINCESS PAJAMA JAM! Think sparkles, crowns, glitz and glam - but most importantly, your JAMMIES! Let’s enjoy treats fit for a princess, spend some sweet time together as girls, and celebrate being daughters of the King!
Sky 1 Boys - Southern Nights
HOWDY SKY ONE BOYS! Have you ever felt a Southern Night? Probably not one like this… it’s a full on farm-style hang out! Get ready for a barnyard bash for just the guys, complete with crazy games, country tunes, and bass drops galore! Dress up like a farmer or a barn party animal and let's have a SOUTHERN BLAST, YEEEHAW!
Sky 2 Girls - Get Ready with Me #GRWM
Hi all SKY 2 girlies! Get ready to walk the fashion runway of your dreams. No need to bring a fancy outfit because we will be GETTING READY together! Come just as you are, ready to make the silliest outfit out of the most unexpected items! Let’s spend the night focusing on our inward beauty and how God sees us as we walk the runway!
Sky 2 Boys - Superhere-bros
Attention all Sky 2 Superhere-Bros there is trouble on the horizon and we need your help! Suit up in your best superhero gear and come prepared to fight for the sake of Sky Ranch!
Wednesday - Red Carpet Rodeo
Calling all Cowboys and Cowgirls! You are invited to the western event of the season! Red Carpet Rodeo! Come wearing your finest western apparel (Sky 1 - red, Sky 2 - blue) and be prepared to walk down the red carpet and get your pictures taken by paparazzi, play games fit for western royalty, roll up in an open air limousine, and watch a sold out rodeo that only the biggest stars at Sky Ranch can attend.
Thursday - Time Flies
You know what they say.. TIME FLIES when you’re having FUN! Sky 1 and 2, it’s going to be a night full of snow cones, carnival games, slip and sliding and so much shaving cream! Come dressed in your favorite decade's attire, anything that flies (birds, bugs, or even a pilot!) OR BOTH (disco chicken, anyone?!) and get ready for the best carnival of ALL TIME!
Friday - Talent Show and Campfire
Come to camp ready to present your talent as an individual or with a group of friends! Don’t have a talent? It’s okay! You can always discover one while you’re at camp. Friday night be ready to see the best of Sky 1 and 2 and then share what you have learned while at camp during campfire.
Sunday - Opening Show 2023
Wear your silliest camp costume and get ready for a night filled with LAUGHTER and fun. Topping it all off with a firework show extravaganza!
Monday - Guy/Girl Night
Sky 3 Boys - 9 to 5: The Office Olympics
Check your emails, sharpen your pencils, and grab your coffee. Tonight the Sky 3 boys are going to compete in classic "office" games. Dress in your worst sportcoats, ties, and pants (prepare to get messy).
Sky 3 Girls - Pop of Color
Calling all Sky 3 ladies!!! This night is all about having fun with the girls!! Get ready for a fun night of dancing, smores, and LOTS of color!! Come dressed in all white clothes you don’t mind getting a little messy and prepare yourself for the ULTIMATE color war!
Sky 4 Boys - Home-run on the Range
Grab your best cowboy hats and Jorts and get ready for a night of All-American fun. We are going to start the night off with some paintball and end it with some wiffleball. Batter up!
Sky 4 Girls - Ready, Set, Glow
Get READY for the best night ever, and this one is just for the sky 4 girls! This night will include a sunset dinner, games and crafts for you to get close to your whole cabin, and an epic night time zipping! Come learn how when we live in the true freedom of Christ we are SET free from our past selves! Dress in your favorite neon outfits to GLOW up the zip track!
Tuesday - Maximum Indepedence (M.I.)
Myrtle has taken over camp and its up to you American Patriots to stop it! Throw on your best CAMO (or RED, WHITE, and BLUE) and get ready for a night that will go down in History!
Wednesday - Sky Night Live (SNL): Long Live The 80s
Entertainment that truly lasts centuries, Sky Night Live is the place to be! Come one, come all, and prepare to be amazed with the best singing, dancing, and competitions this side of the Mississippi! Come dressed for your favorite 80s century: the 1880s, 1980s, or 2080s!
Thursday - Sky Level Night
Sky 3 - The Price is Right: Minion Madness
Get ready for the wackeist game in Sky Ranch History. Come dressed in bright colors or your best Minion Costume and get ready for a game unlike any you've ever played!
Sky 4 - Surf's Up
A classic Sky 4 Night Event, the WHOLE wolfpack will go down to scenic Skywaii for an evening of swimming, tubing,and smores. Wear your best pukashell necklaces and hawaiin shirts as we get ready to hang ten!
Friday - Campfire
Tonight we will gather as a sky level and remember all that God has done this week and praise Him for his kindness throughout camp this year!
Sunday - Opening Show 2023
Wear your silliest camp costume and get ready for a night filled with LAUGHTER and fun. Topping it all off with a firework show extravaganza!
Monday - Guy/Girl Night
Morph/Quest Girls - Golden Hour Girls!
Hiya Morph and Quest girls!! Get excited about a SWEET night of games, crafts, snacks all PICNIC style! Wear your best picnic outfit and florals as we sit under the evening sky with our friends! Come ready to have some fun and talk about what a friend we have in Jesus!
Morph/Quest Boys - Fruit by the Foot
Be prepared for the sweetest, juiciest, and craziest night event for all the Morph/Quest boys!! Come ready for fruit themed relay races, food fights, challenges and games!! Bring your swimsuit and a crazy Hawaiian shirt as we come together and enjoy a SWEET night together!
Tuesday - Maximum Indepedence (M.I.)
Myrtle has taken over camp and its up to you American Patriots to stop it! Throw on your best CAMO (or RED, WHITE, and BLUE) and get ready for a night that will go down in History!
Wednesday - Sky Night Live (SNL): Long Live The 80s
Entertainment that truly lasts centuries, Sky Night Live is the place to be! Come one, come all, and prepare to be amazed with the best singing, dancing, and competitions this side of the Mississippi! Come dressed for your favorite 80s century: the 1880s, 1980s, or 2080s!
Thursday - Zions Cup
The time has come for you find your place as a soldier, athlete, or farmer! Become a proud member of the houses of Aleph, Gimel, or Shin and be ready to compete for the ultimate prize: Zion’s cup!! Your house eagerly awaits your placement! Bring purple, orange, and green and await your fate!
Friday - Campfire
Tonight we will gather as a sky level and remember all that God has done this week and praise Him for his kindness throughout camp this year!
Sunday - Opening Show 2023
Wear your silliest camp costume and get ready for a night filled with LAUGHTER and fun. Topping it all off with a firework show extravaganza!
Monday
Young Riders - Journey through the Jungle
Oh boy. This night is full of surprises. Spend the night on a journey through the jungle to discover clues that might just fix the biggest mistake of camp. But who can trek through the jungle without proper gear? To make sure you make it through the treacherous jungle, you gotta blend in! Come dressed like you belong in the jungle (whether that’s as a jungle guide or the animals that roam the rainforest)!! Then you will be ready to work TOGETHER as a cabin to complete the challenges ahead!
Sky Fillies - Ready, Set, Glow
Get READY for the best night ever, and this one is just for the sky 4 girls!!! This night will include a sunset dinner, games and crafts for you to get close to your whole cabin, and an epic night time zipping! Come learn how when we live in the true freedom of Christ we are SET free from our past selves! Dress in your favorite neon outfits to GLOW up the zip track!
Tuesday - Rodeo Practice
We'll spend time at the Arena perfecting our skills since we will be the STARS of the Rodeo on Wednesday night for Sky 1 and 2!
Wednesday - Red Carpet Rodeo
Calling all Cowboys and Cowgirls! You are invited to the western event of the season! Red Carpet Rodeo! Come wearing your finest western apparel and be prepared to walk down the red carpet and get your pictures taken by paparazzi, play games fit for western royalty, roll up in an open air limousine, and put on a sold out rodeo for our friends in Sky 1 and Sky 2! Bring a red and a blue shirt for the evening.
Thursday
Young Riders - Time Flies
You know what they say. TIME FLIES when you’re having FUN! It’s going to be a night full of snow cones, carnival games, slip and sliding and so much shaving cream! Come dressed in your favorite decade's attire, anything that flies (birds, bugs, or even a pilot!) OR BOTH (disco chicken, anyone?!) and get ready for the best carnival of ALL TIME!
Sky Fillies - Surf's Up
A classic Sky 4/Fillies Night Event, the WHOLE wolfpack will go down to scenic Skywaii for an evening of swimming, tubing, and smores. Wear your besst pukashell necklaces and hawaiin shirts as we get ready to hang ten!
Friday - Campfire
Tonight we will gather as a sky level and remember all that God has done this week and praise Him for his kindness throughout camp this year!

Mail from friends and family is one of the highlights of camp! Here’s everything you need to know!
The DIY Method
- Delivery
- We deliver packages on Tuesday and Thursday. Limit 1 package per camper on each of these days.
- We do NOT receive packages sent through UPS, FedEx, or USPS. Letters and packages to campers need to be pre-addressed and brought at check-in.
- We deliver any number of letters in flat envelopes every day, so feel free to write a few kind words for your camper – be sure to address it with camper name, cabin and day of delivery!
- What goes inside a package?
- Snacks, a journal, small trinkets or games, or just a sweet note. Food must be sealed. Please do not send gum! For the safety of all campers and staff, do not include snacks with common airborne allergies such as peanuts, tree nuts, shellfish, etc.
- Labeling
- Your package or letter needs 3 things: Camper’s Name, Cabin Number, and Day of Delivery. (Mon - Friday for letters. Tues or Thurs for packages)
- Drop-off
- On Sunday, drop off your letters and packages at the Legacy Center when you arrive. Don't leave it in the car! Take it with you when you hop on the wagon to go to your cabin!
The Kick-back and Relax Method
We offer amazing pre-made care packages (SkyPacks) that can be purchased through your online account (select Pre-Orders) and delivered every day.
The Corner Store will also be open in the Legacy Center on Sunday for you to make purchases to send to your camper during the week! (Or plan ahead and order them now!)

While we recognize that trips to the health center are not completely unavoidable, we work diligently to minimize any time spent away from camp activities. This means that we take a proactive, holistic approach to caring for your camper. Ways that we do this include, but are not limited to, focusing on the importance of:
- handwashing
- bug spray
- sunscreen
- hydration
- rest
Our health center is staffed by licensed health professionals and health care assistants. A physician acts as the medical director, providing yearly review of our policies and treatment protocols.
Filling out your camper's Online Health Form is the best way for us to know how to serve your camper. Any time they come to the Health Center, we will contact you.
A note about Emergency Contacts: On your camper's health form, you will be asked to list additional Emergency Contacts. These individuals can be any trusted adults in your life in addition to you. In the event of an emergency, if we cannot reach you or any other administrator on the account, we will contact the Emergency Contacts listed here. We recommend letting those people know you have named them on this form, as the expectation is that someone could be at camp in Van, TX within 2 hours in the event of an emergency.
Health Tips for Camp Prep
A healthy camp starts at home! As you prepare to send your child to camp, here are some ways that you can ensure they have a wonderful experience:
- Prevent the spread of illness:
- If your child shows signs of illness, please keep them home. This greatly reduces the spread of illness at camp.
- Teach your child to sneeze in his/her sleeve and to wash hands often at home and at camp.
- Staying Hydrated: Send a reusable water bottle so it can be refilled frequently during the week.
Medications
Commonly Used Medications
The Health Center stocks commonly used medications, such as tylenol, for as-needed use.
Bringing Medications
If your child takes medication on a regular basis, the medication will be stored in our health center and dispensed by a licensed health professional. All medications (both prescription and over-the counter) must be checked in when you drop off your camper.
To help expedite your check-in process on Sunday, please follow the instructions below:
- Original packaging required for all medications
- Both prescription and over-the-counter medications are required to be in the original packaging and contain only the medication identified on the container.
- Do not put medications in pill containers.
- Legible prescription label
- If your child requires a prescription medication, the prescription label must be legible with the camper’s name on it.
- Do not use old bottles or those belonging to another family member as they will not be administered per state law.
- Prescription label instructions will be followed. If your child’s doctor has recently changed the timing or frequency of the medication, make sure the prescription label is up to date.
- Non-FDA approved medications need an order by a licensed provider
- Non-FDA approved medications include most vitamins, oils, and dietary supplements and will only be accepted and administered to your camper if accompanied by an order that is signed by a licensed provider (MD, DO, NP or PA).
- This order must instruct us on when and how much to give. This is to ensure the safety of your camper and to comply with the Nurse Practice Act.
- Check the expiration date
- Expired medication will not be administered per state law.
- Rescue Inhalers and EpiPens
- The ONLY medications that are permitted to be kept with the counselors are RESCUE inhalers (along with spacer) and EpiPens. These are the only medications that our counselors are trained to administer. Campers are not allowed to keep rescue medications themselves for safety reasons.
- A counselor that has your child’s rescue medication will be with your child at all times. The counselors are allowed to keep glucometers.
- If you have any questions, please contact JenW@SkyRanch.org prior to camp.
- Picking up medication:
- All medications can be picked up by parents on the last day of camp.
- Medications that are not picked up will be disposed of so please be sure to stop by our medication return table.
- If your child has a rescue medication kept by the counselor (EpiPen or rescue inhaler), it is your responsibility to obtain these from your child’s counselor when you pick up your child from camp.
To serve your family with excellence, we follow the regulations for Colorado and Texas Youth Camps and subscribe to the American Camp Association standards.
Special Dietary Requirements
We will gladly work with you regarding special dietary restrictions and food allergies. When completing online registration for camp, please complete the portion related to food allergies and dietary requirements. If you have specific questions or concerns, please contact our food service department directly by emailing FoodService@SkyRanch.org.
Bed Bug Prevention
Bed bugs have become more common in the United States and worldwide over the past few years. Sky Ranch takes several precautions to ensure facilities are free of these pests, but as with all hospitality businesses we have no control over the potential of guests bringing in bed bugs.
FWhat can you do to prevent transmission of bed bugs?
Perform a thorough search looking for signs of bed bugs in any suitable hiding place. Look for feces (small dark dots in mattress corners or tight spaces), bed bug eggs, and for live active bed bugs. The best way to prevent the spread of these pests is to take extra caution when acquiring furniture or when staying in hotels. Thoroughly check beds, including sheets and mattress cording, for signs of bed bug infestation. Keep luggage, clothing, and other personal items on luggage racks away from upholstered surfaces and walls.
While bed bugs are a nuisance and can cause small bumps and minor itching, they are not known to carry disease or cause other types of physical reaction. Since there is no immediate health concern to campers or guests, Sky Ranch focuses on prevention, and then limiting the spread of these insects, in the isolated cases where they are brought onto our properties. Sky Ranch has an aggressive protocol of elimination and cabin treatment, should we determine the presence of bed bugs. Because the safety and comfort of our campers and guests is of paramount importance, we take all reports of possible bed bugs seriously, and immediately bring our safety and security team to investigate the situation. In the event there is a confirmed or suspected case of bed bugs in your child's cabin, you will be notified.
Of primary importance is to examine your camper’s luggage and belongings prior to coming to camp, as bed bugs are often unknowingly transported in suitcases.
Please feel free to contact our Healthcare Director, Jennifer Watters, RN at JenW@SkyRanch.org with any questions.
Bed Bug Facts
- Bed bugs are flattened, reddish-brown, oval shaped insects about ¼ in. long.
- Bed bugs do not “jump” or “fly”; they crawl.
- They are nocturnal (meaning they are more likely to move during the night-time hours.)
- Most people experience itching, pain and/or swelling of the skin where bed bugs have bitten.
- Bed bugs are spread through affected furniture or by hiding in items used during travel, such as suitcases
- Bed bugs are commonly found in large buildings such as apartments, dormitories, hospitals, and hotels.
- Before treating an area that you suspect has been affected, it is important that a professional correctly identifies the bug.
Daily Schedule
Each day is jam packed with activities and fun and food and night events and rest!
Sky 1, 2, & Young Riders:
- Rise and shine around 7am
- Go to bed around 10pm after their awesome night event
Sky 3, 4, & Sky Fillies
- Wake up around 7:30am
- Go to bed by 11pm after their night event
Morph & Quest
- Wake up around 8am
- Go to bed by 11:30pm
Sky Fillies
- Wake up around 7am
- Go to bed by 11pm after their night event
Camper Photos & Parent Emails
Photos - See camp in action!
- You can expect to see a handful of fun pictures of your camper participating in activities and posing with their cabin throughout the week. The goal is to capture one to two photos of each camper, each day.
- Pictures are uploaded daily to the Bunk1 App for you to view, purchase, and share.
- We do not post pictures of Friday evening activities.
- Due to the nature of the schedule, we do not take pictures of reserved activities like paintball and horsemanship.
The Purpose of Camper Photos
We believe camper photos should be a glimpse into camp life for parents at home. Our goal is to give you a general idea of what your camper’s program is doing each day – to help you feel good about your decision to send them and show you some of the incredible fun they are having. We would ask you to refrain from using camper photos as the thermostat for the well-being or happiness of your child. Not everyone remembers to smile when they are trying something new or doing something really fun. It’s also important for you to know we will never disrupt a camper’s in-the-moment experience to get a great picture. We will prioritize your camper living in the moment over capturing the moment – every time. Even knowing a camera is present can be a big distraction, and we work hard to avoid this, which sometimes means we don’t get as many pictures as we’d like.
What We Know
As we evaluate the use of photos in our camper’s experience, here’s what we know:
- Parents love camper photos – and we love knowing you love them!
- Photos are meant to be a small glimpse of camp, not a record of everything that happens in a day.
- Campers have different views on photos. Some love to see the camera and come running. Others shy away, not wanting their picture taken or not wanting to interrupt their current fun.
- We live in a time of constant technology – capturing every moment. We believe kids need a place to play where there is no pressure to be camera-ready.
What You Can Expect from Us
These are the expectations our Leadership Teams have determined will provide a great experience for your camper – which should include great memories AND wonderful photos you can share for years to come. We are committed to:
- Providing lots of great pictures from your child’s week at camp.
- Taking at least one photo of your camper each day.
- Uploading photos to the Bunk1 app every evening. Night event photos will be posted the next morning.
- Notifying you if there is a reason we are not able to provide pictures on a certain day. Sometimes, due to weather, we aren’t able to take as many pictures as we’d like. We will let you know if this is the case and try to grab more pictures at a later time.
We have amazing things planned for this summer, and we cannot wait for your child to get here! There will be so many incredible opportunities for them to make new friends, grow in their faith, and try new things. We hope to capture a few of these moments but never at the cost of your child’s experience.
Thank you for making Sky Ranch part of your child’s summer plans! If you have any questions or concerns, please let us know.
Emails
In the Bunk1 App, you will also have the opportunity to use Credits to send your camper a letter during the week. Update them on what's happening at home, their favorite sport's team, or a funny thing the dog did! We'll print it out and give it to them. Letters are printed at 10:00 am each day, so be sure to submit it through the app before then!
Bunk1
To view photos and send your camper emails while they are at camp, download the Bunk1 App and log in using your Sky Ranch account information.
Roommate Requests
- Campers may request up to three roommates through their Online Account.
- We cannot accommodate groups larger than four.
- When making a request, an email with instructions will be sent to the other camper. Please note: only one should make the request and the other should accept.
- All requests must have an 'Accepted' status at least 14 days before arrival.
Store Account (Ranch Bank)
Each camper will be given a wristband that is linked to their Store Account (Ranch Bank). We do not allow campers to carry cash on camp, so they use their Ranch Bank to purchase snacks, souvenirs, gifts, books, apparel, and much more.
We recommend depositing $70 for each week of camp. This can be done at any time through your online account by selecting Store Account from your camper’s itinerary. Unused Ranch Bank funds can be donated to the Sky Ranch Scholarships Program. If not selected as a donation, any amount over $5 will be refunded two weeks after their session of camp.
Lost & Found
Please label everything belonging to your camper prior to their arrival. We will attempt to return everything labeled to your camper prior to their departure. Anything unlabeled will be available at the Lost & Found table on Saturday. After camp, we will be keeping items for 2 weeks. If your camper has lost something, please email GuestServices@SkyRanch.org with a detailed description of the item. After two weeks, all unclaimed items will be donated. Sky Ranch cannot be responsible for lost or broken items, so please do not send new clothes or valuable items to camp!