faq’s for parents

What are the dates that camp will be held?

Camp will run from Monday, July 2nd (with no camp on Wednesday, July 4th) to Friday, August 24th.

 

Do you offer a pick up and drop off service?

Yes! We will pick up and/or drop off your child in Brooklyn, Queens or Manhattan.  Please inquire for fees.

 

Do you offer early-care and after-care?

We offer early care from 8-9am and after-care from 4-5pm.  Please inquire for fees.

 

What does my tuition include?

The daily fee includes a morning snack and lunch, 1 camp t-shirt, transportation and all activity materials. Snack is a Butter Beans nut-free baked bar + a variety of fresh fruit.  Lunch will either made with ingredients purchased at farmers markets and prepared by the children, or brought in by Butter Beans kitchen chefs. 

 

What is the ratio of counselors to campers?

We maintain at least a 1:5 ratio of supervision at all times.

 

What should my child bring with them each day?

Your child should bring a backpack with a water bottle, sunscreen, sun hat, raincoat or rain poncho with hood. Bug spray is optional. Your child should wear comfortable walking shoes and their camp t-shirt everyday.

 

Can I buy an extra camp t-shirt for my child?

Yes! You can buy extra t-shirts for $12 each. Email camp@butterbeanskitchen.com with camp t-shirts in the subject line to place your order.

 

What if my child has allergies?

Please indicate on your registration form and medical form which allergies your child has, and we will do our best to ensure your child’s safety. All allergies should be discussed with our camp director Camp@ButterBeansKitchen.com

 

What is the age range of the campers?

Campers are 7-12 years old. We will take 6 year olds that are almost 7 if they have a strong desire to attend a food and garden camp and can handle a long day of activity and walking.


What is your cancellation policy?

Your deposit/full tuition, minus the $75 application fee, is fully refundable up to May 15th, but because we hire staff and purchase supplies based on our anticipated enrollment, the deposit/full tuition is not refundable after May 15th. No credits are given for non-consecutive absences. Butter Beans, Inc. reserves the right to cancel a camp session due to insufficient enrollment. If Butter Beans cancels a session, all fees will be fully refunded. 

 

Registration has started (minimum is two weeks) and if you sign up by March 15, 2012, you will get 10% off, so reserve your space now! For more information or to register please contact us at camp@butterbeanskitchen.com

 

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