Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What do kids do at camp?
Housing: The cabins house 9-10 young campers and 2 counselors each. Children are grouped with other campers of similar age. There are two villages of 5 cabins in each village. A shower house is nearby with toilet and shower facilities.
Meals: All meals are served buffet style from the dining hall and we often eat on the picnic tables outside near the lake. A registered dietitian plans all of our meals and ensures all foods that are served are appropriate choices for the campers. The carbohydrate content of food served is listed for campers. Medical staff assist, and observe all insulin administration.
Schedule: A Week at Camp
Meals: All meals are served buffet style from the dining hall and we often eat on the picnic tables outside near the lake. A registered dietitian plans all of our meals and ensures all foods that are served are appropriate choices for the campers. The carbohydrate content of food served is listed for campers. Medical staff assist, and observe all insulin administration.
Schedule: A Week at Camp
How do I sign-up for Camp?
Applications for Camp Gilbert can be completed online and will be made available on February 24, 2024 at 8 a.m. CST. Upon completion of the application you will see a message stating that your submission has been received. Once your application has been reviewed you will receive an e-mail letting you know if your child has reserved a spot at Camp Gilbert. A $50, non-refundable deposit is due upon camper confirmation to officially reserve their spot at camp. Camperships will not apply to this deposit.
How much does camp cost?
The Camp Gilbert fee is $450. If paying online via PayPal or credit card, a processing fee will apply. A $50, non-refundable deposit is due upon camper confirmation to reserve their spot at camp. Camperships will not apply to this deposit.
When is my payment due?
You can pay for Camp Gilbert online, via check, through a sponsoring organization, or camperships (online payments include a processing fee).
The total camp fee must be received by May 15, 2024 or your camper's reserved spot may be forfeited.
The total camp fee must be received by May 15, 2024 or your camper's reserved spot may be forfeited.
Are camperships available?
Yes. We have a number of groups, families and individuals that donate money to Camp Gilbert so that we are able to provide scholarships to campers. As part of the application form, there is a section where families can request a scholarship. Once your application is received, Camp Gilbert staff review this information and will reach out to you with more information.
A $50, non-refundable deposit is due upon camper confirmation to reserve their spot at camp. Camperships will not apply to this deposit.
Contact camp staff via email or text/call (605) 610-8775 if you have questions.
A $50, non-refundable deposit is due upon camper confirmation to reserve their spot at camp. Camperships will not apply to this deposit.
Contact camp staff via email or text/call (605) 610-8775 if you have questions.
If I already have a sponsor, should I wait to sign up for Camp until I get the funds from them?
No. Campers are selected on a first come, first serve basis as there is room. You should register for camp and indicate in the appropriate section that you have a sponsor and what amount they intend to cover.
How do I know if my child has a spot at camp?
When you submit your application, you will receive an automated message that the form went through, but this does not guarantee your spot at camp. Once your application has been reviewed you will receive an e-mail letting you know if your child has secured a spot at Camp Gilbert (check your junk/spam email). If your child does not initially receive a spot at Camp Gilbert, you will be notified of their placement on the waiting list.
If approved, your camper's reserved spot is contingent upon receiving the non-refundable, $50 deposit (due immediately to hold the spot) and receipt of full payment (due June 1) or your camper's spot may be forfeited.
If you do not receive an email within a week of submitting your application, you can contact the Camp staff via email or text/call (605) 610-8775. Your message will be returned as soon as possible.
If approved, your camper's reserved spot is contingent upon receiving the non-refundable, $50 deposit (due immediately to hold the spot) and receipt of full payment (due June 1) or your camper's spot may be forfeited.
If you do not receive an email within a week of submitting your application, you can contact the Camp staff via email or text/call (605) 610-8775. Your message will be returned as soon as possible.
Can I send mail to my camper?
Campers may receive mail at NeSoDak during this week. In past years we have a lot of mail that hasn't arrived at camp until after our week. We ask that you please bring along to check-in any mail for your camper. We can distribute it throughout the week (just mark which days of the week).
What if I need to cancel my camper spot?
We realize that situations may arise that change your plans. If a cancellation is made prior to June 1st, your payment will be refunded (excluding online processing fees and the $50, non-refundable deposit) if we are able to fill the camper spot with another camper from the waiting list. No refunds will be processed after June 1st.
Please contact camp staff via email or text/call (605) 610-8775 as soon as possible if your child will not be attending camp, so that we can allow a camper from the waiting list to attend.
Unfortunately, in past years, we have had campers that are registered but do not arrive for camp, and did not cancel in advance. In these instances, another camper was not able to be added. Due to this, if a camper does not arrive for camp as scheduled, Camp Gilbert reserves the right to decline that camper’s future application to attend Camp Gilbert.
Please contact camp staff via email or text/call (605) 610-8775 as soon as possible if your child will not be attending camp, so that we can allow a camper from the waiting list to attend.
Unfortunately, in past years, we have had campers that are registered but do not arrive for camp, and did not cancel in advance. In these instances, another camper was not able to be added. Due to this, if a camper does not arrive for camp as scheduled, Camp Gilbert reserves the right to decline that camper’s future application to attend Camp Gilbert.
How do kids get to camp?
Directions to camp can be found here.
It is the responsibility of each family to provide transportation for their camper to and from camp. Campers are welcome to carpool with other families so long as approval is given in the camper application. For campers of driving age, they will need to complete the car use waiver prior to June 1.
It is the responsibility of each family to provide transportation for their camper to and from camp. Campers are welcome to carpool with other families so long as approval is given in the camper application. For campers of driving age, they will need to complete the car use waiver prior to June 1.
What do I need to pack?
Items to send include a sleeping bag and pillow, towels, toothbrush, shampoo, swimsuit, tennis shoes, clothes for warm and cool weather (jeans and sweatshirt are good for campfire), prescription medications (other than insulin) in original pharmacy labeled containers, any over-the-counter medications also in original containers . You will get a more detailed packing list closer to camp.
Do I need to send diabetes supplies?
Most of the diabetes supplies for the week are provided. This includes glucometers, strips, disposable lancets, insulin, and low blood sugar treatment. Campers on insulin pumps do need to bring their own pump supplies and extra batteries and appropriate charging cords (be sure to tag the cord with your camper’s name). Contact camp staff via email or text/call (605) 610-8775 if you have questions.
Can I send mail to my camper?
Campers may receive mail at NeSoDak during this week. In past years we have a lot of mail that hasn't arrived at camp until after our week. We ask that you please bring along to check-in any mail for your camper. We can distribute it throughout the week (just mark which days of the week).
