Camp Barnabas - Frequently Asked Questions for Campers and Parents

My camper has been to camp before but I forgot my login information. What do I do?

My child has extra special medical needs, can they still come to camp?

Absolutely. Every camper deserves to have a life-changing week at Barnabas! They also have a right to a safe and healthy week. In order to make sure your camper is well taken care of we do have a few general extra medical care need protocols we have to follow:

First, contact our Director of Health Services to discuss your campers' needs in detail prior to camp.

Second, if your camper requires overnight medical care, we require camper families to provide a private nurse during their time at camp.

Third, if your camper has a trach or utilizes a vent, we require camper families to provide a private nurse as well.

We have a dedicated team of doctors and nurses that stay on camp grounds at all times throughout the summer. Members of this team are in charge of administering daily medications, tube feedings, health checks, etc.

Do you have a paper application available?

How do I request that my camper is placed in the same cabin with a specific camper, missionary, and or summer staffer?

What's your cancellation policy?

Cancellation requests received prior to March 1st will result in a full payment refund minus the non-refundable registration fee of $100. Cancellations occurring March 1-May 1 will allow for payment transfer to another week within the summer or toward registration for the following summer less the registration fee of $100. After May 1, all funds are forfeited. All cancellation requests must be in writing and sent to our Camp Registrar.

What's camp like during the summer?

What ages are you able to serve each week?

Is your camp wheelchair accessible?

My child needs individual attention, can you accommodate that?

How should I pack my child's medications?

We strive to provide everyone at camp with the safest, most current medical practices. If able, campers should bring medication in pre-packaged (multi-dose strip packaging or multi-dose blister packs) by a pharmacy. Doing so will minimize potential medication errors, and follow the best-practice standards set by the American Nurse Association (ANA). However, we understand that not all insurances and pharmacies are able to assist with this process. In this case, please send your child's medication in the original pharmacy container with the pharmacy label intact, and no written edits on the instructions. Thank you for your support in making your child's stay at Camp Barnabas as safe as possible.

As a reminder, liquid medications must also be in the original pharmacy container.

Pre-Packaging Definitions:

Multi-Dose Strip Packaging – Each strip consists of individually sealed compartments containing all medications in pill form that are to be taken at a medicine pass delivery time (listed above).
Multi-Dose Blister Packs – Each blister pocket contains all the medication, in pill form, that is to be taken at a medicine delivery time (listed above). These can often be ordered online.

Thank you for your support in making your time at Camp Barnabas as safe as possible. If you have questions, please contact our Director of Health Services.

What are the party themes?

What are your policies and guidelines?

We strive to glorify Jesus Christ in everything we do. We especially want campers to see our staff and missionaries as living examples of Christ. We have specific policies designed to allow you to understand what we believe is right and true in the eyes of our Lord. These policies are also designed for your safety and wellness during camp. If you have questions about these, please contact our camp office. Thank you!

Is there transportation to and from camp if I am from out of town?

If you are an individual or family (siblings) flying and need transportation from the Springfield, MO airport, please email your flight itinerary to our Camp Registrar at least 20 days prior to your flight. Pickup will be between 2-4:00 pm on Sunday (Camper Arrival Day) and drop off will be between 11:00 am to 12:30 pm on Friday (Closing Day). The fee is $50 for pickup and $50 for drop-off ($100.00 round-trip fee). The fee must be paid prior to camp and the individuals being picked up must be at least 18 years old, or have written consent from a parent.

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