EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW BEFORE THE FIRST DAY OF CAMP
2025 REGISTRATION DATES
LEGACY SCHOOL FAMILIES
January 21, 2025
7am
CAMP LEGACY ALUMNI FAMILIES
February 6, 2025
7am
NEW FAMILIES
February 13, 2025
7am
CAMP GOALS:
Our goal at Camp Legacy in Omaha, NE is to inspire young children through immersive outdoor experiences. We aim to foster curiosity, build confidence, and encourage teamwork, all while exploring what it is like to be a kid. The staff strives to create lasting memories in a fun, adventurous, and safe environment where campers can connect with nature and each other.
A TYPICAL DAY AT CAMP:
Each week, campers are divided into groups of 10-15 campers and assigned a Counselor and Jr. Counselor to guide them through their fun. There are set rotations that move the groups throughout the campus. Daily activities are determined based on the camper age groups and, at times, individual preferences. See the Day Camp Details Page for more info.
REGISTERING FOR CAMP
REGISTRATION PROCESS:
Registration opens in January each year and can be a stressful process for those who haven’t done it before. But don’t worry! We will walk you through it. HERE is a guide for the actual process and below outlines all the details you need to know.
Your Camp options are:
Lower Camp from 9am-3pm
Upper Camp from 9am-3:30pm
Extended Care Lower Camp from 7:30am-5pm
Extended Care Upper Camp from 7:30am-5pm
When you register you’ll receive, and agree to, formal Terms and Conditions with specific details outlined for the current camp season, but it includes this general information:
PAYMENT DETAILS:
See Day Camp Details Page for current rates.
There is a one-time, non-refundable registration fee (per family) due at the time of registration. Camp fees are paid through ACH authorization and are non-refundable. A fee will be applied for any declined payment. Camp payments are paid regardless of vacation, holidays, weather, sick days, or other unforeseen circumstances.
Payment options:
1. Pay In Full: All sessions paid at time of enrollment.
2. Partial/Split Payment: Half of the family total will be withdrawn at time of enrollment and the remaining half will be withdrawn on a set date before camp starts.
3. Weekly Payment: The first session payment, plus registration fee, will be due at time of enrollment. The remaining payments will be divided out between 13 weeks. Invoices are emailed at the beginning of the week and payments will be withdrawn on Friday.
DISCOUNTS – UPPER CAMP ONLY:
– Receive a 5% discount when registering for 8-10 sessions at initial enrollment (with weekly or partial payment option)
– Receive a 10% discount when registering for 8-10 sessions at initial enrollment (when you pay in full)
CHANGES & REFUND POLICY:
All camp choices are to be made by a set date provided when you register. Any schedule changes must be emailed to the Camp Director before this date. Afterward, no changes or swapping of sessions will be accepted. All payments are non-refundable. No refunds will be issued for cancelled sessions – even if payment in full option was selected.
BEFORE YOUR FIRST DAY
DROP OFF AND PICK UP:
Campers are dropped off and picked up in the camp parking lot. Parents are asked to stay in their cars, as Camp Legacy uses a valet system. For a quick pick up, please have your camper’s name written in large letters posted in the right-hand corner of your windshield. This helps us match campers to their cars. NOTE: Parents are not allowed in the building during drop off and pick up.
BEHAVIOR POLICY:
Camp Legacy reserves the right to dismiss a camper for the day, week, or entirety of the summer if he/she exhibits aggressive behaviors. We are dedicated to protecting the rights of our camp counselors and campers to ensure a safe, fun camp setting.
The Camp is also home to a barnyard and nature room. Campers will have the opportunity to interact with small barnyard and aquarium animals. Camp Legacy has a “Zero Tolerance” policy and campers are expected to treat all animals with kindness and respect.
For more details, please refer to The Camp Legacy Code of Conduct.
PACKING GUIDE:
Clothing: Dress casual, ready to move, have fun and get a little dirty
Footwear: Tennis shoes or closed-toed shoes are required – cowboy boots and flip flops are not allowed
Sunscreen: A first application should be done at home and a bottle for re-application should be brought every day
Water Bottle: Every camper is REQUIRED to have a water bottle each day – or they must purchase one from the Canteen
Water Days: For Upper Campers, they go to the pool every day so pack a swimsuit and towel. For Lower Campers, they have select water days so watch for when your scheduled day will be
Ponchos: Upper Campers should plan for rainy days, as we will stay outside unless there is lightning
Food: Camp does not provide meals, so campers need to pack their own lunch and snacks
– Lower Campers and Kindergartners: These campers eat inside, so meals and snacks need to be peanut free
– Upper Campers 1-5th: These campers eat outside in the pavillion, however we provide a peanut-free table when necessary
What To Leave At Home: Campers are not to bring any unnecessary items to camp. Toys and trinkets from home get in the way of the camper’s ability to participate in camp activities. Leave all electronics at home – including cell phones. Camp Legacy is not responsible for lost or broken personal items.
HOW THE CANTEEN WORKS (UPPER CAMP K-5th ONLY):
The Canteen sells various snacks and drinks for $2/each to Upper Campers using a Canteen Account. Campers are allowed to purchase up to four items each day.
Canteen Account money can be placed in a Canteen envelope and dropped off at the front doors or the office in the mornings. The Canteen envelopes should be marked with the campers name on it, including any allergies. Canteen money is nonrefundable. Unused money can be used to purchase Camp Legacy gear or can be rolled over to the following summer. Parental permission is needed for campers to purchase t-shirts, sunscreen/bug spray, etc.
POOL DETAILS (UPPER CAMP ONLY):
Upper Campers visit the pools multiple times each day, so it is highly recommended that your camper knows how to swim prior to attending camp. If he or she cannot pass the swim evaluation on the first day, they will be required stay in a roped-off section of the shallow end for the entire week.
LATE PICK UP POLICY:
Please be on time to pick up your child. A late fee of $5.00 will be assessed if a parent is more than FIVE minutes late. Thereafter, every FIVE minutes will be an additional $10.
– Lower Camp Full Day ends at 3:00PM
– Upper Camp Full Day ends at 3:30PM
– Extended Day ends at 5:00PM
