frequently Asked questions
What should my camper bring?
Campers should wear their camp T-shirt and tennis shoes every day and bring a bagged lunch, water bottle, swim suit, towel, and sunscreen. Please use sunscreen on your child prior to arrival at camp, in addition to packing it with them. Camp Guyasuta is not responsible for loss of personal items.
When do I drop off and pick up my camper?
All campers must be signed in and out daily. Programs run from 9-4
- Drop Off as early as 8:00 am
- Pick up as late as 5:00 pm
- Late Pick ups after 5:00 will result in an additional $30.00 fee per camper
Will my camper be swimming?
Yes! Make sure to pack a swim suit, towel, and sunscreen. A swim test will be given to all campers on Monday to determine swimming ability.
- Test to swim in shallow and spray ground (0-3 Ft) - Put feet in water and /or walk across the pool. Have fun in the water at a level they are comfortable with they must stay in spray ground or shallow section of the pool.
- Test to swim in the middle section (4-6 Ft): Jump feet first into water over the head, level off, and begin swimming. Swim 25 feet on the surface. Stop, turn, and resume swimming back to the starting place
- Test to swim in the deep and use water slide (9 Ft): Jump feet first into water over the head, level off, and begin swimming. Swim 75 yards in a strong manner using one or more of the following strokes: side, breast, trudgen, or crawl. Swim 25 yards using an easy, resting backstroke. The 100 yards must be completed without stops.
Will my camper be fed?
Campers should bring a bagged lunch. Snacks are available for purchase at the swimming pool during pool time daily.
How do I register?
You can register online at the following link. Email conformation will be sent after registration. There is a $10.00 registration fee for all campers, which is non-refundable. If you have any issues registering online, please contact us at 412-782-2669
When are the Consent & Medical forms due and where do I send them?
Consent & Medical forms are due June 6 2020 and they can be
- Mailed to: Camp Guyasuta, 300 23rd street, Sharpsburg, PA 15215
- Faxed to: 412-782-5980
- Emailed to : kim.daniher@scouting.org
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Can I get a refund?
There will be NO REFUNDS after May 20, 2020
- Cancel before April 22, 2020 the entire amount is returned less a 10% processing fee.
- After April 22, 2020 but before May 20, 2020 the customer is charged15% of the registration cost.
- After May 20, 2020 the customer is charged 100% of the registration cost. As it becomes nonrefundable.
All refunds will be issued by check and will be sent to the contact on the registration. The registration fee is non-refundable. No refund will be granted to those unable to complete camp.
Should the camp have to cancel camps the entire amount would be refunded.
How can I get my camper a T-shirt?
Camp T Shirt is provided and to be worn daily - Additional shirts can be purchased for $10.00 online in advance when registering only.
Are there any age restrictions for the activities you offer?
Only those campers in the 11-14 will do the High Challenge Course and Zip Lines.
Campers 6- 10 will participate in the climbing wall and cargo net.
What are the camp rules?
Camp rules can be found at the link below. To ensure the enjoyment and safety of all campers, Camp Guyasuta reserves the right to dismiss campers in the unlikely event there are discipline issues.
Is the camp safe?
Absolutely! Safety is our number one concern.
- Staff are certified in their respective positions
- ALL Staff and volunteers have background checks
- Camp is inspected by State, County, and Local Authorities
- Two AED's and Epi Pens are on site for emergency use
What if my camper has special medical needs?
Consent & Medical forms are due prior to arrival at camp. Staff on site can dispense your child's prescription. Two AED's and Epi Pens are on site for emergency use. Our Challenge Course and Climbing Tower are handicap accessible. If you have specific questions or concerns about your child please feel free to contact us.
Some changes that we have made to comply with COVID 19 guidelines for day camp are :
1. Each group a different pavilion instead of having all campers together at the beginning and
end of each day. Unfortunately for parents having multiple children that means you
would have two separate drop off / pick up locations
2. We are dividing the campers so that the groups have less than 25 people.
3. They will be with that same group throughout the day and have the same campers and
staff throughout the week.
4. Each group will have their own sports equipment so they would each have their own balls
they would bring with them to prevent sharing.
5. They will be screened before entering.
6. Due to updated summer program guidelines, as of July 9th, Governor Wolf ordered all campers to wear a mask when social distancing can't be maintained. The only exception for not wearing the mask, aside from health related issues, is during water associated activities and when participating in a strenuous activity like bike riding or a sports activity. Staff will wear masks when delivering program or any time they are around campers. Again, exceptions are during water related activities and when leading a strenuous activity like bike riding or a sports activity.
7. McGinnis Centers air filters have been changed to MERV 13 filters to filter out viruses
8. We did set 10 minutes each hour between sessions for hand washing
9. Any equipment such as sling shots, bows and guns will be sanitized by staff in between
campers use
10. The pool has had the filter media changed to glass which will filter down to 4 microns, we
will not open our pool this summer to the public it will only be used by our campers
11. The pool house will be sanitized between each session
12. The pavilions and picnic table will be sanitized each day
13. We will be doing our best to keep the campers in each group social distant
14. Removed all water fountains and added water bottle fillers
15. We will not be having an open house this year or a closing campfire after each week.
We have been planning and reviewing with the state, Allegheny county, and Ohara township with what would be the best way to be able to safety still be able to provide a much needed program and child care for our campers.
In the event of an emergency and you need to get a message to your camper call
Mike (412) 812-1758 or Kim (412) 680-4349
