FAQ

What is Indiana Camp All About?

The Florida College Indiana Camp is dedicated to two purposes.

  1. Our first purpose is to inform young people about Florida College–where Christian values are practiced and supported.
    • We want each of our campers who want to go to college to seriously consider attending Florida College.
    • To this end, we pattern some of our activities to better explain what life at Florida College would be like.
  2. The second is to provide young people with a balance of spiritual and recreational activities in which there will be an emphasis on their relationship with God.
    • We will strive to instill principles of honesty, modesty, purity of life and other virtues taught in the Bible through these activities in this unique setting. We want to clearly communicate the joy of Christian living.
    • To this end, we include Bible study and worship in our daily activities because these should naturally be a part of our campers’ lives; but the main thrust of the camp is not evangelism. All of us should work to maintain a proper balance between the camp’s recreational and spiritual activities.

General Info

Who is eligible to come to Camp? 

  • Kids ages 9 through 19 (graduation year) as of August 1st
  • If you have a young child, please carefully consider whether or not they are ready to be away from you for an entire week before registering him or her.

When and Where is Camp? 

  • Camp will be held June 4-9, 2023
  • Camp will take place at the Indiana Conference and Training Center, 1900 E. Broadway Street, Fortville, IN 46040

When is Camp opening & closing? 

  • Registration: 1:30 p.m. – Sunday afternoon
    (Check In 1:30 – 4:00 p.m.)
  • Closing: 11:00 a.m. – Friday morning
  • If you need to pick up your child at some other time than the scheduled closing time on Friday morning, please notify us in advance. Then you must first come to the directors; identify yourself and inform us that your child will be leaving. We will only release the child to a parent or an adult who has been properly authorized by a parent.

Online Registration

How much does camp cost? 

  • If you are a member of the Hutchinson Bell then you qualify for early bird registration. The registration fee at that time is $260.00 per camper.
  • Two weeks later registration opens to everyone and the cost per camper is increased. The cost is $300. 00 per camper.
  • Late Registration (after May 1st) the cost is $350.00 per camper.
  • You will also have the opportunity to purchase society & camp photos and add money to your pouch account (see more info later).

What are the benefits of registering early?

  • Cost! It’s cheaper to sign up during the early bird registration (Become a member of the Hutchinson Bell to take advantage of the great early bird price)
  • Choices! These campers will have priority in their AM/PM activity choices.

How can I pay for camp?

  • Registration for camp is an online process by Active Camps.
  • You can pay in full by credit card, echeck or mailing a check to us. You can also pay on our website via PayPal.  Your registration will not be considered complete until payment is received in full.
  • Just so you are aware here are the charges we incur for payments:

0% for mail-in check = $0 per camper
1.95% for eCheck = $4.78 per camper
3.95% for Credit Card = $9.68 per camper
3% for PayPal = $7.35 per camper

Can I get financial aid if I can’t afford camp?

  • The Joel Sloan Florida College Camp Scholarship Fund was established to honor a man who touched many young lives in his brief life. It provides scholarships to students who need financial assistance to attend one of the Florida College camps held each summer. Florida College Camps echo the purpose and goals of Florida College by providing summer recreation and fun with a biblical foundation, offering a unique environment for personal godly development, and preparing campers for better service to their Creator and humanity.
  • Financial Aid opens up on approximately March 1st and closes on May 1st.
  • joelsloancampfund.org

What about money for the concession stand? (We call it The Pouch.)

  • Money can be added during a camper’s online registration process for the concession stand.
  • Parents and campers can also add money to a camper’s Pouch account during the hours of registration. (1:30p – 4pm)
  • Any unused concession money may be donated to the Greater Indiana Chapter of the Hutchinson Bell. If you choose to not donate the unused portion, then it will be returned electronically after camp. Only whole dollar amounts over $5 will be returned.
  • When deciding on how much money to add for your camper, keep in mind that the campers will have 8 times to visit the pouch for snack and drinks, as well as opportunities to purchase candygrams (50¢ each) to send their friends.

Why isn’t a certain activity offered?

  • Some of the activities offered are limited to certain age groups either for safety reasons or due to the abilities that are necessary to enjoy that activity.

Acceptance & Waiting List

What is the policy for Accepting Campers?

  • If a camper attended FCIC the previous year and they register/pay within the first week, they are guaranteed a spot for the current year.
  • If a potential camper was on the FCIC waiting list the previous year and did not get to go to camp and they register/pay within the first week, they will have the second highest priority for a spot for the current year.
  • If a camper attended FCIC the previous year and they register/pay within the first week, their siblings will be given third highest priority for a spot for the current year.
  • Remaining camper spots will be distributed based upon order of registration.

When will I know if I am accepted or on the waiting list?

  • All notifications, both acceptance and waiting list, are emailed on or about May 1. Be on the lookout for the notice.

If I am on the waiting list, can I contact the Camp to see what my chances are of getting in?

  • We have no way of knowing when and if an opening will occur. We will contact you when we have an opening and you will have a specified time limit to accept or reject. Contacting us will not increase your chances of getting in.  We have several criteria that determine how we fill vacancies.

If the payment for the Camp fees has cleared the credit card company or the bank, does this mean that I am accepted into the Camp?

  • No, we process all payments in a timely way. Everyone will be notified as to whether they are accepted or on the waiting list. All who are not ultimately accepted will receive a full refund.  Refunds are usually sent to you by the middle of June.

At Camp

What can my child expect at camp?

  • Younger campers will be in a cabin of 5 campers and 1 counselor. Older campers will be in a cabin of 26-30 campers and 2 counselors.
  • Each camper will receive a lanyard name tag when they arrive that lists their individual daytime activities, plus a camp theme t-shirt to be worn Sunday evening for the whole camp photo.
  • Each camper is placed on a society. Societies compete all week long in sports, games, & cheering. (see more info later) Campers will spend an hour a day in sports with their society and close to an hour a day in society time playing games or getting to know one another better.  Some evening activities might also be arranged by Societies.
  • Campers will have a variety of daytime classes that they chose during registration, plus other group activities based on age, society, cabin or gender throughout the week.
  • Bible readings take place at each mealtime, a bible class occurs each day by age group, prayer time happens once a day by cabins, chapel singing and devotion takes place every day for the entire camp, bonfire singing occurs each evening, and late night devotions occur prior to bedtime in each cabin. We also worship together as a group on Sunday evening.

Can I visit my child at camp?

  • No, we do not allow parents or others to visit during the week of camp. Please join us at closing ceremonies to get a taste of camp and to pick up your camper.
  • At all other times, visits should only be made in the case of an emergency.

What are the society names & colors?

  • At Florida College there are six Greek-lettered co-educational societies which participate in community service, athletics, spiritual devotion, amid other activities. We seek to mimic this at camp in our team names and colors.

Arete – Red & white
KO (Kappa Omicron) – Green & white
Omega Chi – Yellow & black
Phi Sigma Chi – Blue & white
Psi Beta Gamma – Orange & blue
Zeta Phi Epsilon – Grey & black

What things should each camper bring?

  • Dress code appropriate clothes for each day
  • Society color clothing (especially for Monday Night Madness)
  • Swimming attire if you signed up for swimming (see the camp rules for guidelines)
  • Personal hygiene items
  • Rain jacket & sweatshirt (for cold evenings or rainy days)
  • Society color clothing if desired (especially for Monday night Madness)
  • Insect repellent & sunscreen
  • Bible
  • Flashlight
  • Bedding & Pillow (twin sheets & blankets or sleeping bag)
  • Shoes appropriate for activities (shoes for hiking, canoeing, sports)
  • Prescription medicines (must be given to the nurse to administer)
  • Camera (no cell phones will be allowed at any time – not even to take photos)
  • Activity extras: if you signed up for special activities, bring the items needed

*NOTE: You will be spending 5 nights in air-conditioned dorms with less personal space than you have at home. Pack as lightly as possible. If you question whether or not to bring an item, leave it home.

What should campers NOT bring to camp?

  • NO CELL PHONES, iPods, MP3’s, radios, two-way radios, stereos, DVD players, computers or electronic games of any kind (These items can present many risks to your camper in an environment like camp. Additionally, we want to promote & encourage all campers to engage their friends in face-to-face communication. Please help us with our endeavor to help your child build personal relationships.) Any camper cell phones brought to camp will be turned in during registration and kept by the directors for the week.
  • No weapons of any kind (no knives, no BB guns, etc)
  • No tobacco, vaping or alcohol products of any kind
  • No fireworks
  • No food (unless you receive special permission for medical reasons-this will be kept in the kitchen) NO FOOD IS ALLOWED IN THE CABINS!!!
  • Do not bring water guns, balloons, or other prank type items.
  • Expensive jewelry, watches, rings or other valuable should not be brought to camp. The cabins will not be locked.

What are the camp rules?

See a complete list of rules on our website

What if my child has prescription medications or health issues?

  • On your child’s online registration form, parents will be asked to describe any allergies or health issues he/she may have and any medications they will need to take while at camp.
  • All prescription medicines & health issues need to be brought to the nurse’s attention when you arrive at camp. The nurse will be in the Caf during registration hours (1:30pm – 4pm)
  • The nurse keeps a supply of over-the-counter medications to address any basic needs – acetaminophen, ibuprofen, sunburn relief, bug bite relief, etc.

What if my child gets hurt while at camp?

  • Several members of our staff are medical professionals and can immediately assess the needs of any injured camper.
  • If a camper is hurt, the directors will call the emergency contact listed on that camper’s registration form as soon as possible
  • All campers are covered by an accidental insurance policy. The amount of coverage is small and intended only to cover the cost of office visits and simple emergency care. All medical costs not covered by this policy are the responsibility of the camper’s parents/guardians.

Drop Off & Pick Up

When & where do I drop off my camper?

  • Campground Location:
    Indiana Conference and Training Center
    1900 E. Broadway Street
  • Mail can also be sent to campers at the above address. Simply add your child’s name & FC Indiana Camp above it.
  • On the Sunday of camp, campers should be dropped off between 1:30 pm and 4 pm. This allows our staff to get the cabins & grounds completely ready for a great week.
  • When you arrive on the campgrounds, follow the signs to registration (in the Caf.) Only bring in your medications, phones and/or pouch money to be turned in.  Once you have completed the registration process you are welcome to move into your dorm.

What if I arrive early to drop off my camper?

  • Please do not arrive early to drop off your camper. Our staff needs this time to get the campgrounds and cabins ready for the week.

When do I pick up my camper?

  • On the Friday camp ends we have a brief closing ceremony at 11am that we would love for you to attend. Campers should be picked up no later than noon.

Between Now And Then

What are the refund & cancellation policies?

  • You will receive a full refund (minus a $20.00 processing fee)  if you cancel your camper’s registration on or before April 15th
  • You will receive a refund of $50 if you cancel your camper’s registration between May 10th
  • There will be no refund if you cancel your camper’s registration after May 10th.

When will campers find out their cabin & society assignments?

  • Campers (and parents, depending on what email you listed) will be emailed about 1 month before camp to let each camper know their cabin & society assignments.
  • Cabin & Society Assignments are made based on distributing age & gender and cannot be easily changed. Campers can use these different opportunities to make new friendships.

Miscellaneous

What if my child is prone to be homesick, is the Camp suitable for them?

  • Homesickness is common for many children especially if it is their first away from home. We have successfully handled these situations in the past and believe in our cabin counselors’ ability to help your child adjust to camp.  It is our experience that the following can help:
    • Before Camp, help your child to get excited about camp.
    • Begin to reassure your child that they will be well cared for, that you will know right where they are and that you will be there to pick them up after Camp.
    • Be positive and optimistic with your child knowing that this is just one of many stages of growing into a mature, loving person.

What if we have a lost or found item?

  • Please contact us promptly after camp, preferably by email at camp@indianafcboosters.com.  Items are only kept a short amount of time.

What if we have other questions?

  • Please feel free to contact us by email at camp@indianafcboosters.com