If your questions are not answered below, please reach out to Stefani at[email protected]
Can anyone sign up for Table Rock Foundations no-cost youth camp?
Our camps are designed and funded to support low income, underserved, underprivileged youth, to help bridge the gap between those that may not have access to these types of transformative outdoor experiences. We do have markers in our request form that will help us indicate who our camp is best suited for and our partner agencies also help get our camp forms to the youth that are best served by our camps.
How many spots are available for camp?
We have about 30 spaces available for each camp.
What are the sleeping accommodations for camps?
We have rustic cabins on site with bunk beds for youth to sleep in. They are separated by gender and a same gender camp counselor is assigned to each cabin for safety and supervision.
Phones will likely be off and kept stowed away during most of camp. We do not have reliable cell service in our forest or public access wifi. It is our philosophy to consciously “unplug” to allow the kids to reconnect with nature and their peers for the best experience possible. Night time use for personal music is allowed as long as headphones are used and no screen lights are disturbing fellow campers. Recharging child's devices is not our priority, so turning them off and keeping them stowed away is recommended.
Photos of camp will be taken by staff and made available to a community album after camp. We will allow designated times to use personal devices for photos with friends.
Are all meals provided for camp?
Yes. We will be collecting allergy and dietary restriction information during our health intake form once your camper has been accepted to camp. Our meals are designed to be healthy, yet comforting and we have plenty of snacks available. You are more than welcome to send your camper with extra snacks if they desire to bring their own.
How do I reach the camp staff in the event of an emergency?
You can call or text Stefani, our Executive Director at 541-761-7471. She will check in with the service area 2-3 x daily and direct all communications further. If you need to come get your child on site, the address for Enchanted Forest is 369 Shan Creek Rd, Grants Pass, OR 97527
Can parents attend camps?
Typically, no. Per our Youth Protection Policy, the only adults allowed on site are those that have gone through our administrative process and passed a criminal background test with our organization prior to camp start date. If you are interested in becoming an official volunteer, we do have limited spots available for that. Volunteers are expected to work to help the camps be a success and while you may of course spend some time with your child, it is our job as parents and supporting staff to give them space with the camp counselors and their peers to experience camp to the fullest while we ensure all the backend details are covered. Thank you for your understanding and please reach out with any questions to Stefani at [email protected] to open discussion on how we can make you feel more comfortable about allowing your child to attend our overnight camp, we understand that building trust feels different for everyone and we will do our best to get back to you promptly.
Do you have transportation available?
Yes. We will have a meetup location in downtown Grants Pass, and possibly another in the Illinois Valley area to help get your child to camp. If you would like to drive your child or help set up a carpool, you may do so. Details on transport will be made available once your child is accepted to camp.
Are your camps inclusive?
Yes. We are LGBTQ+ allies, trauma informed, ADA friendly, and aware that not every disability is a physical one.
It is our goal to make every child feel seen, welcomed, and accepted. We need your help as parents in this shared understanding. Please let us know ahead of time, with complete clarity on your child's health intake form if any accommodations are needed (physically or mentally), if their gender identity is different than their sex at birth, if they go by a different name than their legal name, or if they have medications that need to be monitored and administered on site.