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Camp TAG

The Food Allergy & Anaphylaxis Connection Team’s (FAACT) Camp TAG is a 5-day, full-day camp for ages 4-12, July 27 – July 31, 2015. The camp will be held at Tall Pines Day Camp in Williamstown, NJ. It provides a safe place for children with food allergies and their siblings to have fun with no worries about having an allergic reaction, as well as give them an opportunity to meet other children who share the same conditions and know they are not alone!
A full-time nurse is onsite at all times.
Children will be grouped by ages:

Ages 4-8
Ages 9-12

Food Policy

Camp TAG is a full-day camp, therefore, each camper will be responsible for bringing his/her own lunch Monday - Thursday. Tall Pines Day Camp has a peanut- and tree nut-free policy, therefore, all food brought in must be free of those ingredients. Do not pack any drinks (milk, juices) for the campers; we will provide bottled water for every camper each day. An allergy-friendly snack will be provided in the morning and again in the afternoon for every camper from Enjoy Life Foods, along with bottled water.

Each camper will be required to clean his/her hands with hand wipes before and after snack times and lunch times. View FAACT’s Web site for more details.

Schedule

The first four days of camp will be held from 9:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. One of the purposes of Camp TAG is to allow kids to gain independence and self-confidence; therefore, parents will not be permitted to stay with their kids each camp day. Parents will be invited to attend on Day 5, for a Family Entertainment Day, which will be from 9:30 a.m.-12:00 p.m. Camp TAG sponsors will have booths distributing their literature and materials. There will be games for all to enjoy, such as a moon bounce, tug of war, water games, potato sack races, obstacle courses, and more.

Volunteer Camp Counselor Positions Available

Teens, ages 13+, who either have a food allergy or who have a sibling with a food allergy, may apply to become volunteer teen camp counselors. There will be one two (2) counselors per 5 children. E-mail Linda.Brydges@FoodAllergyAwareness.org to apply.

Camp TAG is 95% fun and 5% educational with age-appropriate activities and games each day on food allergies, anaphylaxis, nutrition, the emotional impact of living with food allergies have on the child and family, and how to stay safe at school and at home. An educational curriculum was designed and reviewed by FAACT’s Medical Advisory Board.

Activities each day will include camp games, ropes course, boating, arts and crafts, dance and music, swimming, pedal carts, miniature golf, Ga-ga, and sports such as soccer, basketball, baseball, flag football, archery, lacrosse, and tennis.

REGISTRATION

REGISTRATION
Tuition Fees (January 1 - July 17, 2015)

1st child: $425
2nd child: $375
3rd child: $350

APPLICATION & HEALTH FORM

Visit FAACT’s Web site to download and print Camp TAG Application & Health Form - NJ! Please email to Eleanor.Garrow@FoodAllergyAwareness.org or fax to FAACT at (513) 342-1239.

TUITION & PAYMENT

Tuition payments must be made in full at time of registration. Cancellations prior to June 1, 2015, are eligible for a 100% refund of the registration. After June 1, the deposit will be refunded less $50. There is a $25.00 fee for returned checks.
Please pay for your Camp TAG Registration via PayPal on FAACT’s “Donate” Page. Click “Other”, enter your total payment for registration, enter “Camp TAG NJ” in the “Reason” text box, and then click the “Donate Now” button to complete registration.
HOTEL
If you require a kitchenette, we have reserved a room block:

Residence Inn by Marriott (Distance to Tall Pines Day Camp: 14.78 miles)
1154 Hurffville Rd. Deptford, NJ 08096
(856) 686-9188 or (800) 331-3131 - Use Code: TAG
Reservations must be made by June 26, 2015

Studio Suite (1 King, 1 Queen Sofabed): $149.00/night plus 15% tax - Book Online
1 BR Suite (1 Queen, 1 Queen Sofabed): $149.00/night plus 15% tax - Book Online
2 BR Suite (2 Queens, 1 Queen Sofabed): $219.00/night plus 15% tax - Book Online
Marriott Rewards Members and AAA Members, be sure to ask for additional discounts!

Best Western Inn & Suites
1151 N. Black Horse Pike
Williamstown, NJ 08094
(856) 340-7900
* There is NOT a room block or discount at this hotel, but it is an option if you choose.

The hotel only serves continental/buffet-like breakfast
The hotel has microwaves and refrigerators in the rooms, and a pool
Distance to Tall Pines Day Camp: 1.9 miles

HOTEL

If you require a kitchenette, we have reserved a room block:

Residence Inn by Marriott (Distance to Tall Pines Day Camp: 14.78 miles) 1154 Hurffville Rd.
Deptford, NJ 08096
(856) 686-9188 or (800) 331-3131 Use Code CTC
Cut-off date to make reservations: June 27, 2014

Studio Suite (1 King, 1 Queen Sofabed): $139.00/night plus 15% tax - Book Online

1 BR Suite (1 Queen, 1 Queen Sofabed): $139.00/night plus 15% tax - Book Online

2 BR Suite (2 Queens, 1 Queen Sofabed): $299.00/night plus 15% tax (NO DISCOUNT for 2 BR)

Marriott Rewards Members and AAA Members, be sure to ask for additional discounts!

Best Western Inn & Suites (Distance to Tall Pines Day Camp: 1.9 miles) 1151 N. Black Horse Pike Williamstown, NJ 08094 (856) 340-7900

* There is NOT a room block or discount at this hotel, but it is an option if you choose.

The hotel only serves continental/buffet-like breakfast

The hotel has microwaves and refrigerators in the rooms, and a pool

TESTIMONIALS

In July 2011, the inaugural Camp TAG (The Allergy Gang) was launched for children with food allergies and their siblings, ages 3-12, at Tall Pines Day Camp in Williamstown, NJ (Philadelphia area). A second camp was offered in August at the Sandy Springs Friends School in Sandy Spring, MD. Created as a place for kids with food allergies to just be kids, the experience was made memorable not only by the fun activities, but also by the fact that the kids felt safe and reassured in an environment free from their food allergies. Through the hard work of Camp TAG Founder, Eleanor Garrow, and staff and many volunteers, we were thrilled that Camp TAG was a total success! However, don’t just take our word for it; read what some parents and volunteers had to say about the experience.

“…it was AMAZING!!!! It was the most inspiring, empowering experience we’ve ever been able to provide [our daughter] with. It was the first and probably the only program we have ever sent [our daughter] to that we didn’t have to even worry about the food situation, and for [her] younger brother, it was a good opportunity to teach food allergy awareness and safety.” ~ Julie

“I can’t thank Eleanor Garrow-Holding enough for Camp TAG. It was a wonderful experience for my 4-year-old son to be educated by people (adults and children) other than myself, husband, and family on food allergies.” ~ Kerri

“I have to say that Camp TAG is not only great for the kids, but for us parents as well. It means so much to me to meet other parents of food allergy kids who know what life is like trying to keep our kids safe! Thank you so much for all your hard work!! This is the best week ever!” ~ Lisa

“My son is attending the camp – had so much fun today and cannot wait to go back tomorrow. Thank you to Eleanor Garrow-Holding and all the volunteers at Camp TAG for making my son’s dream of going to camp come true!!” ~ Amanda

“Great job – Camp TAG is so amazing in so many ways. It’s already made a huge difference in my son’s life. We are excited for the rest of the week …I loved how the kids at my table were all comparing their allergy bracelets and loving them like accessories and not having to feel different – instead a new sense of belonging!” ~ Kim

“I just wanted to let you know that you did an OUTSTANDING job putting this together and that ALL the children left with a new feeling of comfort with both their feelings about their allergies and meeting new children who have the same conditions as they do.” ~Frank

SPONSORS

2015 Camp TAG is made possible in part by the generous support of the following sponsors