Frequently Asked Questions

Is there space left in camp?
Status can change within a day. All registrations are processed on a first-come, first-served basis. Web updates can be found by going to the "Weekly Schedule" of each camp, or by phone, 301.774.7455 ext. 167.

Transportation?
Yes. See the Transportation Program page for more details.

Visit?
Open House: Saturday, February 23, and Sunday, February 24, 2008, 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Snow date: Saturday, March 1, 2008. Otherwise, please email camp@ssfs.org or call 301-774-7455 x167 to set up a visit.

Hours?
8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. unless otherwise indicated. Extended care is available from 7:30 to 8:30 a.m. and 3:30 to 6:00 p.m.

Shirts?
Campers receive one T-shirt each for participating in SFDC; however, additional shirts may be purchased.

Ratios?
Our ratios range from 1:5 to 1:9, based on ages of the participants and the activities.

Activities?
In addition to listed programs, all camps include participation in any of the following: art, dance, music, nature walks, challenge course games, shows, ropes course elements, computer lab time, fair days, swimming, playground time, field trips, and Friday Clubs.

Enrollment confirmation?
Registration confirmation and a letter describing camp logistics will be sent when enrollment is completed.

Constituency?
Campers ages 4 through 17 in the Greater Washington area.