Camp Outlaw - summer 2003
An outdoor-challenge Philadelphia summer camp for children of all
abilities age 9 and up.
Focus
Quaker values including friendly attitudes towards everyone, noticing and
welcoming differences, speaking thoughtfully, taking time to listen, respecting
and protecting each other and our environment.
Challenging activities on either a group or an individual level, including
swimming, canoeing, rock climbing, high ropes, hiking and biking.
Low child to adult ratio (5:1) to make sure each individual gets what they
need.
Group building activities such as cooperative games, partner activities and
listening times.
Staff
Camp Director Cornelia Kietzman
Staff including Kim Levin, Kate Zippin and Megan Kietzman-Nicklin
Campers
Age range- 9 to 14
Neighborhoods including Mt. Airy, Germantown, Chestnut Hill, West Philly, Bala
Cynwyd and Ft. Washington
Children with and without disabilities
Location
643 West Sedgwick Street, Mt. Airy section of Philadelphia
Size
Each week varies in size from 5 to 15 children
1 staff per 5 campers
Trips
Each day a field trip is scheduled.
Monday, Wednesday and Friday are car trips (within 60 miles of Philadelphia)
Tuesday and Thursday are walking, biking or train trips (within Philadelphia)
Daily Schedule
9am to 5pm- occasionally longer trips
trip schedule - see calendar
bring bathingsuit, towel and a huge lunch everyday
Cost
$200.00-350.00/week sliding scale fee
pay by check to Camp Outlaw
payment in full due before your child begins camp
Safety
Alert and safety conscious staff
Emergency/information telephone number during camp day 215-813-8283
Medical release form must be completed and signed before your
child begins camp