FAQ: Summer Camps
Camp + Camper Information
Do you offer waiting lists for sold out camps?
Yes, email Programs@baddogarts.org to get on the waiting list for a sold out camp. In the event that there is a cancellation you will be notified and have 48 hours to respond.
Drop off and pick up…
Pick up: Please arrive no earlier than 8:45 a.m., 15 minutes before camp starts. For your child’s safety Guardian/Parent is required to sign child(ren) in every morning. For camps at our studio, parking spots are not designated, so you can park anywhere.
Drop off: Please, pick up no later than 4:10 p.m., 10 minutes after camp has ended, unless you have signed up for After Care. Guardian/Parent is required to sign child(ren) out at the end of each day.
What if I am running late or need to pick up early?
We have many fun and exciting activities planned during camp and encourage you to be on time and to allow them to stay for their entire camp experience each day. Late drop-offs and early pick-ups impact the camp experience for the entire class.
If you know that you will be more than 10 minutes late for drop-off or pick-up, be certain to let camp staff know ahead of time so we can best accommodate you. Call or email us: 801-322-3816
Programs@baddogarts.org
What should my child wear to camp?
Bad Dog Art provides art shirts and/or aprons for students when needed but accidents happen. Please, send your child to camp in comfortable, weather appropriate clothing that may get messy. We recommend closed-toed shoes for safety reasons.
Sun screen, sun hats, sun glasses, etc. should also be considered for summer camps.
What should campers bring to camp?
For Bad Dog Art camps the only items your child should bring to camp are snacks, a lunch and a reusable water bottle. We spend a lot of time outside, especially if your child is enrolled in an off-site camp, we recommend sun screen, sun hats, closed toed shoes, etc. Please do not bring toys or cell phones.
Do you provide lunch or snacks?
BDA is a NUT-FREE establishment so please refrain from sending snacks and/or lunches containing nut products.
Snacks: We welcome camper’s to bring their own snacks to eat before and/or after lunch.
Lunch: Campers are responsible for bringing their own lunch and a refillable water bottle. Please, be sure that camper’s names are clearly marked on their lunch bag/box and water bottles. We offer a supervised lunch hour where camper’s can eat and play games from 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. each day of camp.
What if I want to transfer my camper to a different camp?
If you need to transfer your child’s registration from one camp to another, you may do so up to two weeks prior to the start date. Email Cindy, the Programs Manager at Programs@baddogarts.org. Provide the child’s name, the camp name and date the child is currently enrolled in and what camp name and date you would like to transfer into. A $20.00 service fee will be charged per child, per class/camp. The transfer fee may be paid on the first day of camp.
Can a parent/guardian stay with their camper during the camp?
No. Our camps aim to promote independent learning and socialization opportunities. It is not encouraged for parents and/or guardians to remain in the camps during camp hours.
Will camper’s be doing art all day or are there other activities?
Most of the day is filled with well planned out art activities, using a variety of media. Our artists have experience with breaking up the daily activities and making transitions from one activity to the next. We have lots of breaks in between where campers can get out of their chair and play games, draw with chalk outside, eat snacks, socialize, etc.
What are behavior expectations?
Camp instructors review camper expectations on the first day of camp. Expectations are as follows:
1. No bullying. Be kind and respectful to everyone.
2. Listen and follow instructions.
3. Participate in camp activities to the best of your abilities.
4. Respect studio space and art materials.
5. HAVE FUN!
The first time a camper has difficulty with these expectations a warning will be given. After two warnings we will make a phone call to the parent/guardian. Bad Dog Arts reserves the right to send a camper home due to inappropriate behavior without a refund. A child may be allowed to return to camp the following day at the management’s discretion.
What is the child to adult ratio?
Each camp generally has 1 art teacher, 1 art assistant and 1-2 volunteers present throughout the day. We limit our camp size to 8 children in the Bad Dog Art studio and up to 16 children for off-site camps.
Do you offer extended care?
By request we may offer After Care Monday - Thursday, from 4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. It is an additional $40.00. You can select After Care when enrolling your child for camp or give us a call at 801-322-3816.