MOORISH LOVE Youth Summer Camp 2009

Sunday, July 12, 2009 ~ Saturday, July 18, 2009

Islam Moors! Thank you in advance for your interest in our 2009 MOORISH LOVE Youth Summer Camp. Again, we trust to provide the freedom for youth to spend time together in a festive, exciting, industrious, safe, and educational atmosphere. As summer draws near, it is important for us to remember, with the reality of these economic times, all of our life styles are being affected, however, one of our needs have remained the same, our youth are in need of positive experiences that will be memorable. LOVE Camp will be offering challenging activities suited to young sisters and brothers, with an opportunity to learn to live with others, away from home. Well provide age appropriate activities which will aid his or her physical, emotional, and educational growth. Well also provide an opportunity for our youth to explore the wonders of nature while participating in a balanced daily residential program. Our camp location is the beautiful Shands Park in Dinwiddie County, Virginia, a 500-acre property owned by an Asiatic Family. The park will not be open to the public for our camp week. Our primary camp goal is to focus on the teachings of Love, Truth, Peace, Freedom, and Justice in an effort to inspire our youth to dare and do wondrous things. LOVE Camp is being coordinated by Sis. Deborah B. El, and Sis. Ruth Bey. Both have years of experience in running a summer camp, seven of which have been at Shands Park. Both will be at the campgrounds around the clock the entire week, along with experienced camp counselors that have worked our previous camps. Our Camp is open to ALL MOORISH CHILDREN ages 5-15. Schedule: Sunday, July 12 is Registration/Orientation at 3:00p.m. at Shands Park Monday, July 13 until Friday, July 17 Camp Activities (Holy Day meeting will be held) Saturday, July 18, Parents must arrive by noon to pick up campers Application process: IMPORTA T 1. Please complete a separate application for each child and mail with $150 or $25 first payment to hold spot. 2. MONEY ORDERS ONLY should be made payable to and mailed to: Ruth Bey, 6411 Wimbledon Drive, Richmond VA 23224. (Payment may also be made in person to either Sis. Deborah or Sis. Ruth. 3. Medical form completed and provided by the start of camp. 4. Camp Donation: $125 per camper + $25 activity fee = $150 per child, must be received by June 28, 2009. (2 sibling children donation is $230 + $50=$280 and 3 sibling children donation is $315+$75=$390 ). 5. Donation Deposit of $25 per child should be sent with the application, and the balance is due by June 28. 6. If an adult family member or friend wants to spend a day(s) at camp visiting, the fee is $25 per day plus $10 per meal. 7. Parents are accountable for making sure that items not permitted at camp are not packed. We may be contacted as follows: Sis. Deborah B. El (804) 484-2565 E-mail: daltagroup@aol.com

Sis. Ruth Bey (804) 525-5571

Praise ALLAH for our past and continued success in this uplifting act. Peace For ow!

Packing Guide for MOORISH LOVE Youth Summer Camp 2009

If siblings are attending camp, please pack a separate suit case for each camper. They may not be in the same tent together. Also, Sis. Deborah & Sis. Ruth as well as camp counselors have cell phones in case of an emergency.
Bedding Sleeping bag, twin size flat sheet, blanket, pillow, and two pillow cases Towels and Toiletries Camp staff is providing Towels/washcloths for daily bathing. A large/jumbo zip-loc bag will help campers carry and keep track of essentials such as soap, shampoo, toothpaste, deodorant, comb, and brush. Campers will have separate facilities for showers at the campsite. One bottle Insect repellent Clothes and Laundry Our camp does not provide laundry services. Send along additional pillowcases or laundry bag for soiled clothing. Send enough clothing for length of stay, 7 days, 6 nights. Please send Fez or Turban. Undergarments, socks, sleepwear Shorts, t-shirts, and jeans are staples of a campers wardrobe (no shorts above the knee, no tank tops and no athletic t-shirts). Swimsuits and trunks (no bikinis and send a large t-shirt to be used as a cover-up) Long pants for protection of legs on hikes or in the evening Comfortable, durable shoes. We recommend 2 pair of athletic shoes A raincoat or poncho in case of rain. Shower shoes---REQUIRED Use a permanent marker to write your campers name on every item. Equipment Flashlight with extra batteries---REQUIRED Camera and film Sunscreen and lip balm Books (to be read during free time) Glasses or sunshades Please label every item

DO NOT SEND or PACK

1. Cellular phones or pagers 2. Radios, CD players, stereos, DVD players, MP3s or IPods. 3. Televisions or portable video games 4. Food 5. Hunting knives 6. Fireworks of any kind 7. Expensive clothing or jewelry

Food All food (meals and snacks), as well as beverages will be provided by camp. Do ot Send Any Food or Snacks. Please indicate any food allergy on the camper application and/or medical form. Medication/Medical Send medication in original bottles, along with dosage instructions, to the camp staff. Your medical release form should list all medications. Health History and Examination Form Must be submitted by the start of camp or Immunization waiver must be signed and returned by the start of camp. Most recent school physical form may be used.

Our campsite will provide items such as life jackets for paddleboats. Were providing arts and crafts materials as well as supplies/equipment of all activities.

Spending Money Because all of our activities are on site and were providing all supplies for the activities, the camper will not need any finance. Camp T-shirts, group photos, or special items may be available. We will advise if additional funds are needed in ample time. Transportation Parents are responsible for getting campers to Shands Park 3:00 p.m. on Registration day, Sunday, 7/12/09 and for picking up campers at Shands Park by noon on Saturday, 7/18/09. Directions: I-95 South to Exit 33, right at stop sign. Travel until you come to a railroad track and cross the tracks. Pass St. John Bapt. Church on your left. Proceed to stop sign and make a right. Travel to Troublefield Road and make a left. Travel until you see the lake/park on the right Physical Examinations The Health History and Examination Form must be completed for each camper prior to camp. (Most recent school physical form)

Campers in paddle boats

2008 Campers

Camp site

MOORISH
LOVE Youth Summer Camp 2009
This space for picture of camper. Picture will be taken during registration and attached here.

Enrollment Application
CAMPER INFORMATION
Please Print Brother / Sister _______________________________________________________________________________ Address _____________________________________________________________________________________ City _______________________________________________ State_______________ Zip__________________ Home Telephone ( ) ______________________________ Date of Birth _________________________________ Grade September 2009_____________________________ Age as of July 1, 2009__________________________ Name of Campers School_______________________________________________________________________ Campers E-Mail Address________________________________________________________________________ We will use the following as contact information in case of an emergency: Fathers Name___________________________________ Home #_________________________________________ Work#__________________________________________ Cellular #________________________________________ E-Mail__________________________________________ Mothers Name_________________________________ Home #________________________________________ Work#_________________________________________ Cellular #_______________________________________ E-Mail_________________________________________

If parents are divorced, please indicate which parent has legal custody_________________________________________

PARE T SECTIO Emergency Contact Information (OTHER THA PARE T) We will contact parent(s) first. ame Phone Relationship to Camper

Is this the campers first time away from home for a week? ___yes

___no

Do you have any concerns about the camper being away for a week? If so, what are they?_________________ ________________________________________________________________________________________. Has the camper ever been to camp before? ___no ___yes Name____________________________________ List ANYTHING we should know about your childs personality and any special needs in order to assist his/her adjustment to camp. ________________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________________________________ How does the camper spend free time?__________________________________________________________ Camper favorite activities:____________________________________________________________________ POLICIES & WAIVERS: Donation: Payments must be received by June 28, 2009. It will greatly assist us in planning of age appropriate activities as well as meal planning for the campers, if you would commit and respond as soon as possible. Payment may be made by money order only or cash in person. Cancellation and Refund Policy: Cancellation prior to July 1, 2009, there will be a $50 cancellation fee. Must be in writing and received on or by July 1, 2009. For cancellation on or after July 2, 2009, there will be no refund. Insurance: Camper health and/or accident insurance is not provided. The campsite is a privately owned park and does have insurance. There is a lake at the park and paddleboats are available as well as recreational fishing. Parents are asked to provide information on family health and accident coverage. A copy of the insurance card is required with the application.
Waiver: I shall not hold the owners of Shands Park, Individual camp coordinators and counselors and/or affiliates responsible for injury or any harm that may occur to my child(ren). I also give permission for the camp coordinators and/or counselor to secure medical treatment for my child(ren) in case of injury or illness. ____________________________________ ________________________________ Signature of Parent or Guardian Date Parents and Campers Peace Accord: Camper Dismissal: Every attempt will be made by the adult counselors in attendance to correct any disruptive behavior by a camper under the principals of Love, Truth, Peace, Freedom and Justice. Any camper whose behavior continues to be disruptive to the camp program or harmful to him/herself, others, or the property of the park will be dismissed, at the discretion of the Camp Committee, with no refund of fees. Any camper found possessing or using alcoholic beverages, illegal drugs, or weapons will be dismissed immediately from Camp, with no refund. ____________________________________________ Signature of Parent or Guardian Date _______________________________________ Signature of Camper Date

Parent/Guardian signature above indicates that youve read, understood, and accepted the plans, policies and requirements stated in the entire camp packet.