- How do we enroll our child for SDC?
- Please click on the "Request Info" cloud on the left and complete the
request information form. In addition, you can obtain a form by calling
our toll-free number 888-477-CAMP.
- Who are the Directors of SDC?
Adam and Tracy Schwartzberg, the Directors of Saginaw Day Camp, bring with them a wealth of experience and knowledge of working with children.
Adam has spent 26 summers in camping, including the past 10 years as part of the Saginaw family. He is thrilled with the opportunity to work in camping all-year round. A graduate of Muhlenberg College, Adam spent the last five years working for Child Protective Services in New Jersey.
Saginaw has been Tracy's summer home for over 20 years. As a camper, counselor, and staff member, Tracy has experienced all aspects of camping life. Tracy, a full time special education teacher, received her master's degree in education from Simmons College in Boston, MA.
- Are there cabins & a place to change?
- Yes, there are separate cabins for boys and girls and every camper will have his/her own cubby to store personal
items.
- Can I take a tour of camp prior to enrolling?
- Yes, check our website for Open House dates. If those dates aren’t convenient, please call our office to
arrange for a tour.
- Does SDC provide lunch and/or snack everyday?
- Yes, everyday SDC provides a full lunch with a salad bar in our air- conditioned dining hall. In addition, a
Milk & Snack Bar is provided.
- What’s the age of staff members and how are they trained?
- SDC counselors must be at least 18-years-old and/or entering their freshman year of college. Every staff member
participates in a comprehensive staff orientation.
- Is there a medical staff and how will you dispense my child’s meds?
- There is a complete health center at SDC with a full nursing staff and full- time doctor 24 hours a day. All
meds are dispensed by the nurses at lunch.
- What’s the camper-staff ratio?
- There is approximately one staff member for every five campers.
- How many children will be in my child’s bunk? How will the campers be divided?
- Depending on the ratio of campers for a particular week, there are approximately 10-12 children in a bunk. The
bunks are divided by age and may incorporate a range of ages (i.e. 10-12-years old in a bunk).
- Are there any forms I need to complete?
- Yes, once your child is enrolled, you will be provided with the forms necessary for your child to attend SDC.
- Are there any camp shirts or apparel?
- Every enrolled camper will receive a SDC t-shirt.
- Are the bunks/activities coed?
- All the activities and bunks are coed.
- Are there rainy day facilities?
- SDC is very proud of its many indoor/multi-purpose facilities. Therefore, in the event of inclement weather,
we still run most of our daily activities.
- If my child doesn’t want to swim, is there another option?
- SDC’s philosophy is to encourage every child to experience new activities. Since instructional and free
swim are part of the daily program, we encourage every camper to swim. However, we would never force a child in
the pool or any other activity.
- Do we leave an emergency change of clothes at camp?
- Yes, every week, each camper leaves an emergency change of clothes in their cubby in the bunk.
- What does my child need to bring to camp?
- Prior to the first day of camp, you will receive a complete “What to Bring to Camp” list.
- When is the balance of my payment due?
- All balances must be paid in full by June 1 st.
- Do you offer “Extended Care Hours”?
- Yes. The camp day is from 9:00am to 4:00pm. We offer extended care from 8:00am to 9:00am at a cost of $30.00 per week and 4:00pm to 5:00pm at a cost of $30.00 per week. In addition, we offer dinner from 5:00pm to 6:00pm at a cost of $60.00 per week.
- What are the ages of the SDC campers?
- We have programs for children ages 4 to 13 and we have a CIT program for 14 & 15 year olds.
- Does Camp provide transportation and what is the cost?
- Camp will provide transportation from the Newark, DE area North on Rt. 896 towards Oxford, and from the Kennett Square, PA area South on US Rt. 1. Specific pick-up locations will be determined based on interest. The cost of transportation is $80.00 per week per child for roundtrip service.
