Frequently Asked Questions - Camps
Visit our Camp Policy Page with important information for all prospective campers and their parents.
Please be sure to check out that page for additional information.
Please be sure to check out that page for additional information.
What is Your Refund Policy?
A $50 non-refundable/non-transferable deposit is required for each camper registration. Anything paid over the deposit will be refunded if there's a cancellation.
What Is the Toll on the Hood River Bridge?
The Port of Hood River charges $2 cash each direction on the bridge.
The Bridge of the Gods in Cascade Locks also charges $2 cash for crossing in each direction.
The bridge crossing the Columbia River in The Dalles is free.
What Is Tiered Pricing?
We use Tiered Pricing so that people who may not be able to afford camp have a less expensive option that enables them to send their children to camp. We have many generous people who choose to pay more for their child to attend camp in order to make this possible. Tier 1 is drastically reduced; Tier 2 is also reduced but covers basic camp costs. Tier 3 is truly the cost of camp. All campers are treated the same and no one knows which Tier their parents paid to get them there.
Should I Put Money on My Child’s Camp Store Account?
We have a camp store that is open to campers once per day. It is their chance to buy a little snack and relax while eating in a fun setting. $2-$5 per day is typical and younger campers will be limited to 2 snack/drink items per day. Healthy options are available.
We also have Camp Jonah t-shirts ($15), sweatshirts ($30) and baseball caps ($20).
Money can be added to your child’s store account at check-in, or during the week.
What if I have Left Over Camp Store Money?
If your child is scheduled to attend another camp later in the summer, the funds automatically roll over to their store fund for that camp.
Contact the office is you wish to transfer leftover funds to a sibling.
Camp funds with balances over $10 will be refunded back to the form of payment that was initially used.
Camp funds with balances under $10 will be cleared and those funds will be donated back into the store.
Is There a Dress Code?
We ask that all campers dress modestly.
Clothing should not draw attention to the body, for both male and female campers. No short shorts, thin straps, distractingly tight apparel, low neckline tops or bare midriffs or backs.
Swimsuits should be one piece or tankinis.
This dress code will be modeled by Staff at Camp Jonah. Ultimately, appropriateness will be determined by Directors.
How do I know my Kids are Safe?
All our staff must pass a background check as well as go through an extensive hiring process and child safety training prior to arriving to camp.
Visit our Policies Page for more information on our camp policies
A $50 non-refundable/non-transferable deposit is required for each camper registration. Anything paid over the deposit will be refunded if there's a cancellation.
What Is the Toll on the Hood River Bridge?
The Port of Hood River charges $2 cash each direction on the bridge.
The Bridge of the Gods in Cascade Locks also charges $2 cash for crossing in each direction.
The bridge crossing the Columbia River in The Dalles is free.
What Is Tiered Pricing?
We use Tiered Pricing so that people who may not be able to afford camp have a less expensive option that enables them to send their children to camp. We have many generous people who choose to pay more for their child to attend camp in order to make this possible. Tier 1 is drastically reduced; Tier 2 is also reduced but covers basic camp costs. Tier 3 is truly the cost of camp. All campers are treated the same and no one knows which Tier their parents paid to get them there.
Should I Put Money on My Child’s Camp Store Account?
We have a camp store that is open to campers once per day. It is their chance to buy a little snack and relax while eating in a fun setting. $2-$5 per day is typical and younger campers will be limited to 2 snack/drink items per day. Healthy options are available.
We also have Camp Jonah t-shirts ($15), sweatshirts ($30) and baseball caps ($20).
Money can be added to your child’s store account at check-in, or during the week.
What if I have Left Over Camp Store Money?
If your child is scheduled to attend another camp later in the summer, the funds automatically roll over to their store fund for that camp.
Contact the office is you wish to transfer leftover funds to a sibling.
Camp funds with balances over $10 will be refunded back to the form of payment that was initially used.
Camp funds with balances under $10 will be cleared and those funds will be donated back into the store.
Is There a Dress Code?
We ask that all campers dress modestly.
Clothing should not draw attention to the body, for both male and female campers. No short shorts, thin straps, distractingly tight apparel, low neckline tops or bare midriffs or backs.
Swimsuits should be one piece or tankinis.
This dress code will be modeled by Staff at Camp Jonah. Ultimately, appropriateness will be determined by Directors.
How do I know my Kids are Safe?
All our staff must pass a background check as well as go through an extensive hiring process and child safety training prior to arriving to camp.
Visit our Policies Page for more information on our camp policies