Camp Life
Known, Supported, Included
William Lawrence Camp maintains a 3:1 camper-to-staff ratio. Cabin leaders live with campers, notice changes in routine or mood, and help with the practical parts of cabin life.
Activity instructors, administrators, and health staff add other points of contact during the day.
Finding his feet at camp
Every boy experiences camp differently. We take time to understand what each camper needs and help him find ways to feel more comfortable and involved.
When a camper is missing home, we work to understand what is behind his feelings and what might help.
Support might mean a calendar to mark his days at camp, a change in his schedule, or an update about home through a camp administrator.
Staff help campers join activities, connect with cabinmates, and take part at a pace that works for them.
Health & everyday care
William Lawrence Camp’s on-site infirmary gives campers a place to receive care and rest when they are not feeling well. Our registered camp nurse lives in the infirmary and is on call around the clock.
Families record medications and vitamins in CampDoc before arrival. The nurse manages distribution at the appropriate times.
Staff have first aid training, with additional training for specialized activity areas. Cabin leaders monitor personal health and hygiene.
Meals & dietary needs
Three daily meals bring campers and staff together in Pratt Hall. Buffet-style meals offer multiple choices, with a breakfast bar, a salad bar, and an afternoon snack also part of camp life.
Parents complete food and allergy information before camp so the kitchen team can prepare for campers’ needs.
Share dietary restrictions and allergies with the camp team before enrollment. Our chef can work with families to discuss the food and arrangements their son will need.
A partnership with parents
Sending your son to camp is a big step. Our administrators welcome your questions and can talk with you about how to support his experience.
Campers write home at least once a week and are encouraged to write more often.
William Lawrence Camp does not offer camper–parent phone calls. Parents are encouraged to call camp administrators with questions or concerns.
The nurse and administrators determine the next steps and keep parents or guardians informed about the plan.
William Lawrence Camp has an on-site infirmary with rooms for rest or an overnight stay when needed. The registered camp nurse lives in the infirmary and is on call 24 hours a day. A camp doctor is also on call.
Families record medications and vitamins in CampDoc before arrival. The nurse distributes medications at mealtimes, before taps, or at other required times through the infirmary. Contact camp before arrival to discuss your son’s routine.
Complete the food and allergy information before arrival and speak with the camp team about your son’s needs. The chef uses this information to plan meals and can work directly with families on individual arrangements.
We work with each camper individually to understand what he needs. Support may include a calendar, a schedule adjustment, or an update about home through an administrator. Our goal is to help him feel supported and take part in camp life.
Campers write letters home at least once a week and are encouraged to write more often. Camper–parent phone calls are not offered, but parents are welcome to call camp administrators with questions or concerns.
Camp is a place to learn and grow. When addressing behavior, the team first considers the safety of campers and staff, then determines consequences intended to help the camper learn from the experience.
Our team can discuss your son’s needs, interests, and any concerns you have about camp. Contact us to start the conversation.
Before enrollment
Tell us about health needs, food restrictions, experience away from home, or other support questions. We’ll explain what camp can provide before you enroll.
