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Sugarloaf Fine Arts Camp 2008!!

IMPORTANT NEWS ABOUT SUGARLOAF FINE ARTS CAMP 2008

CAMP DATES FOR 2008
Session One will be from JULY 13th to JULY 19th, with the Concert Bands, Visual Arts, Theater Arts, Creative Arts & Photography. Session Two, which offers the Jazz Bands, Visual Art, Theater Arts, Textile Arts, Chorale, Dance, Photography, and Video Arts will be from JULY 20th to JULY 26th.  Please mark your calendars.

TUITION FEES FOR 2008
Camper fees for all programs except photography will be $420.00. Photography camper fees (due to the high costs of materials and waste control) will be $440.00.  Please be sure to apply for a scholarship if you need financial assistance with camper fees.

Final payment WAS due for all campers on May 16, 2008. Campers will not be able to attend camp if this fee is not paid in full. If your plans change and you cannot attend camp, please notify us immediately, as we often have eager students on waiting lists. As a reminder, your final day to request a refund of your deposit is June 2, 2008.

Mail payment and make checks payable to:                        
EDCOE, Sugarloaf Fine Arts Camp
6767 Green Valley Road
Placerville, CA 95667
(please write camper name(s) on check)

REGISTRATION
Registration for 2008 is now closed!

REGISTERED CAMPERS
Congratulations again on your choice to join us this summer at the Sugarloaf Fine Arts Camp!   We have two very exciting camp sessions planned and encourage you to come to camp ready to expand your horizons both in your chosen art and your personal growth.

Review this information closely, as it contains important information you will need to know to have a successful camp experience.  Click here to download a pdf file of the following information. 

This Confirmation Information includes:

• Contact Information for Campers and Families During Camp Sessions
• The First Day of Camp Schedule of Events and Registration Instructions
• The Final Day of Camp Schedule of Events and Parking Instructions
• Equipment Lists and Instructions for Majors
• Equipment Lists and Instructions for Electives
• Daily Schedule and What to Expect at Camp
• Clothing and Equipment Check List
• MAP TO SUGARLOAF CAMP (Sly Park Environmental Educational Center)
• MAP TO FINAL PERFORMANCE PARKING (Sierra Ridge School, Pollock Pines)
• AUTHORIZATION TO ASSIST WITH MEDICATION FORM
  (Bring this form with you to camp!)
• SUGARLOAF APPAREL ORDER FORM

Final payment WAS due for all campers on May 16, 2008. Campers will not be able to attend camp if this fee is not paid in full. If your plans change and you cannot attend camp, please notify us immediately, as we often have eager students on waiting lists. As a reminder, your final day to request a refund of your deposit is June 2, 2008. If you hae any questions, contact Julie Bush at (530) 622-7130 ext 2253.

Mail payment and make checks payable to:                        
EDCOE, Sugarloaf Fine Arts Camp
6767 Green Valley Road
Placerville, CA 95667
(please write camper name(s) on check)

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SUGARLOAF APPAREL ORDER FORM & WATER BOTTLES

This is your last chance to order some Sugarloaf Clothing items.  All proceeds from clothing sales are returned into the Sugarloaf Program.  Also, this year all campers will be given one Sugarloaf water bottle at no additional cost. An order form is included with this confirmation packet if you are interested in ordering camp shirts, hats, and other logo items. Order form must be returned for the final clothing order no later than June 16, 2008. Send your clothing orders to EDCOE, Sugarloaf Fine Arts Camp, 6767 Green Valley Road, Placerville, CA 95667. If you have any questions, contact Julie Bush at (530) 622-7130 ext 2253.

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FOOD REMINDER

• Food and drinks are NOT permitted in living groups under ANY circumstance.

• Do NOT bring food with you in suitcases or other personal belongings. Ants and other woodland creatures are attracted to and will go to great lengths to get at food!

• Parents, we also request that you do not send food to your camper through the mail.

• Three balanced meals per day, healthy snacks, fruit, and water will be available to campers throughout the day.  In addition, other snack food and drink items are available for purchase at the Sugarloaf Student Store during Recreation time in the afternoon.

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CONTACT INFORMATION

MAILING ADDRESS	CAMP PHONE	ALT. EMERGENCY PHONE
Sugarloaf Fine Arts Camp Camper Name, Cabin #  c/o Sly Park Center 5600 Sly Park Road Pollock Pines, CA 95726	(530) 647-8520  Phone active ONLYduring camp sessions	(530) 644-2071 Sly Park Center Office Not a Sugarloaf-affiliated office

PHONE CALLS, MAIL, AND VISITORS
We encourage families and friends to send mail to you and we process ingoing and outgoing mail daily. Mail received after the close of camp will be returned (except postcards).  Phone calls to and from campers are not permitted, except in the case of illness or emergency. Parents and/or guardians are strongly encouraged not to visit, as we have found this can be a distraction for campers. If your parent or guardian must visit camp, they should inform the camp director of the anticipated arrival as soon as possible. This is a closed campus…Friends and other visitors are not permitted during camp sessions at any time.  We do welcome the whole community for our final performance showcase at the end of the week.

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THE FIRST DAY OF CAMP

REGISTRATION SCHEDULE
Session One Registration       Sunday, July 13          1:00pm-3:00pm
Session Two Registration       Sunday, July 20          1:00pm-3:00pm

We do not provide transportation to or from camp.  Campers and families must NOT arrive prior to 1:00pm, as our staff members will need the morning and early afternoon to set up and prepare for your arrival.  We will be unable to supervise or register campers until 1:00pm.  Maps are enclosed.

SWIM TESTS
Anyone who wishes to swim must take a swimming skills test.  First year campers or those returning campers who have not yet tested should plan on taking their swim test after dropping off camping gear in their cabin or tent (and after auditions if you are a theater major).  If you have taken a swim test in previous years, you do not have to take this test again.  Parents are requested to not accompany campers to the swim test area.  A certified lifeguard will be on duty.

THEATER AUDITIONS
Theater students should report to the gym immediately after dropping off belongings in cabin/tent and BEFORE taking a swim test. Please be prepared to present your monologue audition at that time.

OLDEST BOY CAMPERS
The oldest boys living groups (B1 and B2) will again be housed in tents at the top of the hill in Tent City.  Each tent will have an army-style cot for each camper and space for personal belongings.  There are restrooms and shower facilities in the gym down the hill from this living area. 

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THE FINAL DAY OF CAMP

Session One Final Program                     Saturday, July 19                        10:00 am
Session Two Final Program                     Saturday, July 26                        10:00 am

PERFORMANCE SCHEDULE
On the final day of camp, campers have the opportunity to present what they have learned during the week to friends and family in a final concert performance and art gallery display.

If you are a Band, Chorale, Dance or Theater major, you are required to stay for the entire performance as part of your ensemble. While Art, Photography and Video students are not required to stay, we ask all parents to allow your student, and their work, to stay until the end of the performance. This week may produce their most creative growth of the year, and they deserve the same recognition for their work and closure for their camp experience as the live performers.  ALL ARTWORK MUST BE TAKEN HOME FROM CAMP.  We will not be storing any art work, photography, or craft projects. Families and friends of those campers staying for the entire performance should follow parking instructions for Group 1 below. For those of you who cannot stay for the performances, please follow parking instructions for Group 2.

LAST DAY SCHEDULE

9:00am-10:00am        Parents and families arrive for performance
Remember to bring your own lawn chairs, hats, and sunblock!
9:00am-10:00am        Artwork, Photography, and Video gallery open
10:00am-12:00am      Band, Chorale, Dance, and Theater performances

PARKING INSTRUCTIONS
Due to fire safety codes, family vehicles cannot be parked on the Sly Park campus unless the vehicle has a handicap parking permit, special parking arrangements have been made (these MUST be approved by the camp director prior to camp), or you will be parking for 15 minutes or less in designated pickup areas to load camper gear.  Parking attendants will be on duty to direct vehicles.  We fully understand that this is not an ideal situation and appreciate your patience and understanding that Sugarloaf Camp does not have other options for parking at this time.

Group #1 Vehicles staying for a portion of OR entire performance
Report to Sierra Ridge School parking lot (driving directions enclosed) between 9:00am and 9:30am to take the school bus shuttle to the Sly Park campus (schedules for the shuttle will be available when you register on the first day of camp).  After the performance, return via shuttle to your vehicle and drive back to the Sly Park campus to pick up campers and gear.

Group #2 Vehicles NOT staying for any part of performance and ONLY loading gear
Drive directly to the Sly Park campus between 9:00am and 10:00am to pick up campers and gear.  A special parking area will be designated for this group and you will not be allowed to park for more than 15 minutes.

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EQUIPMENT LIST FOR MAJOR CLASSES

ART
We want you to learn as much as possible from your week at camp and to use what you have learned after you leave.  To this end, we make sure that ample, good quality art materials are on hand, but all students will need to bring the following essential supplies to camp:

• A good sketchbook with a min. of 50 pages of at least 8 1/2 x 11 inches in size
• One 2B and two HB drawing pencils
• Two kneaded art erasers

Additionally, bring any other drawing medium you particularly like, whether that is pastels, marking pens, or prismacolor pencils.  Students wishing to draw a lot in color should bring ample supplies of that medium.

TEXTILE ARTS
I hope you are all excited and ready to join us for the second year of our major!  As I shop for supplies and plan for our class, I wanted to let you know a couple of things.

#1—Please plan on wearing old clothes to class.  We will be working with fabric dyes to do tie dyeing and batik projects.

#2—For tie dyeing, you need to bring a 100% cotton, white t-shirt.  Please make sure that it has been WASHED to remove any fabric finishes.  (The fabric will not absorb the dyes as well if you skip this step).   If you choose not to dye a t-shirt, you may bring a 100% cotton, white pillowcase (ALSO WASHED).

The Textile Arts staff and I are looking forward to a great week of Sugarloaf-style creating. 

See you on July 20!—Susan Musker  P.S.  If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to email me at smusker@surewest.net.

BAND
Bring your own instrument! It is in your own best interest to come to camp with an instrument that is in good working condition. Those using school instruments must make their own arrangements with the school instructor. Reed players need to bring at least FIVE REEDS.  Brass players should bring valve oil or slide grease.  Percussionists need to bring their own sticks and snare drum. For Week #2, Jazz percussionists must bring an entire drum set and keyboard players, electric guitar and bass players need to bring their own instruments and amplifiers.   All band students need to bring pencils, clothespins, and cleaning aids for their instruments.

CHORALE
If your school does not have a chorale program, you will need to contact Sugarloaf chorale instructor Lorna Perpall at (530) 622-0961 to schedule an audition before arriving at camp. Please bring to camp a standard size portable tape recorder and extra batteries, standard size (not mini) blank cassette tapes, a t-shirt or blouse without writing or logos (Sugarloaf t-shirt with logo is acceptable), and pants or skirt for final performance.

PHOTOGRAPHY
Bring your own 35mm camera (fully adjustable preferred) with new batteries in camera. Check the camera over to see that is functioning properly.  If you have a flash, bring it along and be sure to have fresh batteries in the flash.  Bring any other accessories or lenses that you have so you can learn how to use them!

• Photo I (Black & White):  We will sell rolls of film for $5 each at the first class, cash or checks to EDCOE, Sugarloaf Fine Arts Camp.  If you choose to buy your own film, be sure to buy film processed in traditional black and white chemicals, NOT PROCESS C-41 or anything that can be developed in regular color chemicals—Kodak  “Black & White” and CN400 will not work for this class.  Good films are:  Kodak T-max, Tri-x, or Plus-x, Ilford Delta, HP5, or FP4.  A combination of 400 and 100/125 speed is recommended.  36 exposure rolls are slightly more difficult to process, but give more photos, and 24 is fine.  Please bring at least 5 rolls for the week. 

• Photo II (Slide Show): This class will provide instruction in the production of a multi-media slide presentation including picture taking, digital photo processing, and music coordination for the slide presentation. Students will work on creating visual expressions of “Life at Sugarloaf.”  Pictures will be taken with digital cameras that are brought by students plus limited cameras supplied by the camp.  The show will be compiled using a computer at camp.  Supplies provided by the student: Optional: Digital camera and extra batteries. Please be sure that the camera is in good working condition.

THEATER
Auditions for Theater majors will be held Sunday, the first day of camp immediately after you register and drop off your belongings in your cabin/tent.  Report to the gym for your audition, where your prepared monologue will be required. 

In addition, please bring the following supplies to camp:

• For auditions, please prepare a memorized monologue, approximately one minute in length, which demonstrates your level of ability. A monologue is usually defined as one person speaking aloud, often a character's thoughts or something said to another person. You may be cut off in the middle of your monologue if it is too long.
• Two labeled, sharpened pencils
• OPTIONAL: Cassette tape recorder that runs on batteries ONLY if you prefer to use a recorder to help you memorize lines. Remember to bring extra batteries and one or two blank tapes.
• For costume purposes, please bring
• 1 solid color shirt without logo, rhinestones, or designs
• 1 black shirt without logo, rhinestones, or designs
• 1 white shirt without logo, rhinestones, or designs
  (i.e. t-shirts, blouses, or shirts - no tube tops, etc.)

VIDEO
Video students should bring a video camera if they prefer, but it is not required.  Make sure that batteries are charged, bring backup batteries, and remember to bring video media.  You may also want to bring a pen or pencil and a journal to write down your ideas.  You will be contacted closer to camp with further details.

DANCE
Dance students should bring comfortable, form fitting clothing, like jazz pants or sweat pants/shorts and a t-shirt or leotard is fine.  No short-shorts or jeans please!  Jazz, or ballet shoes. No sneakers. To aid students in writing down choreography, bring a spiral notebook and a pencil or pen.
For the performance, students should bring black jazz pants and a plain black t-shirt.

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EQUIPMENT LISTS FOR ELECTIVE CLASSES

If your elective is not listed here, you do not need to bring anything special to camp for the class.

DANCE
Bring jazz or ballet shoes or lite sneakers.  You should bring comfortable clothing (no jeans or short-shorts) that is worn only in class and may consider a few alternate outfits.  July can be very hot and you may want a fresh set of clothes if you perspire during the session.  Also bring a notebook and pencil or pen.

TAP
Bring tap shoes.  You should bring comfortable clothing (no jeans or short-shorts) that is worn only in class and may consider a few alternate outfits.  July can be very hot and you may want a fresh set of clothes if you perspire during the session.  Also bring a notebook and pencil or pen.

GUITAR
All campers in this elective should bring an acoustic guitar with a pick and carrying case to protect the instrument from dust.

LEARN A SECOND INSTRUMENT
You must bring all instrumentation with you, with extra reeds for woodwind instruments.

 

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DAILY SCHEDULE - WHAT TO EXPECT AT CAMP

Our day begins at 6:30am, with lights out at 10:00pm and is filled with a variety of instruction, recreational activities, free time, meals, and evening programs.

YOUR LIVING GROUP
You will be assigned to a living group with approximately eleven other campers, around the same age and/or grade as you but from various areas of study.  An adult counselor will remain with you at meals, organized events, and overnight.  Your counselor is there to help you have a fun and rewarding camp experience.  Counselors are usually former campers, so you can ask them questions, get help with talent night ideas, and more. You will also get a chance to make new friends, be part of a team, and participate in living group activities (including competition for the prized Golden Broom!).

The oldest boys living groups (B1 and B2) will again be housed in tents at the top of the hill in Tent City.  Each tent will have an army-style cot for each camper and space for personal belongings.  There are restrooms and shower facilities in the gym down the hill from this living area.  If you are assigned to one of these living groups, you will be notified prior to camp.

MEALS
Breakfast, lunch, and dinner are provided in the cafeteria each day with fresh fruit and water available to you throughout the day.  A limited amount of snacks and drinks are for sale at the Sugarloaf Student Store during afternoon recreational time.  Assemblies just before meal times offer organized games, distribution of inner-camp mail and US mail, and entertainment.  Right after lunch, the whole camp takes a break for what we call F.O.B. or flat on back. This is quiet time to take a nap, write letters to other campers, friends, and family, or talk quietly with your cabin group.  After your final class for the day, a small, nutritious snack is provided just before the evening program for an extra treat!

INSTRUCTION
Each day includes two classes in your major..  The first class begins just after breakfast and cabin cleanup.  After a break, you move to your elective class just before lunch.  After dinner, you will have one more session in your major class.

ACTIVITIES
Each afternoon, you will have over three hours of recreation and leisure time with plenty of organized activities.  Swimming is available at nearby Jenkinson Lake (via school bus transportation) with our own certified lifeguards.  You can choose to get involved with group activities or use the time for your own individual interests.  Each night after class, we offer an evening program for campers, counselors, and staff with singing, a night hike, and talent showcases where campers and staff perform on stage. Through songs, skits, and readings, groups and individuals have the opportunity to share and explore their interests in artistic expression outside of the class setting.

SUGGESTIONS TO HELP YOU ENJOY CAMP

• Bring a skit, monologue, song, or music you might want to perform at talent night
• Keep a diary or journal of your experiences
• Take every opportunity to improve your art skills
• Take part in recreational activities
• Sit next to and introduce yourself to a new friend at each meal
• Write letters to your family about what you are learning, seeing, doing, etc. (stamps will be available to purchase from the Sugarloaf Student Store)
• Explore new ideas and activities
• Use a camera (remember to bring your own film)
• Enjoy and appreciate the natural surroundings in and around camp
• Take part in and enjoy the evening programs
• Talk with counselors and staff
• Talk with other campers about what they are learning at camp, school, and in the arts

SIMPLE RULES TO HELP EVERYONE ENJOY CAMP

• Keep your living area and personal belongings neat and clean
• Stay within the camp boundaries and out of the gym unless you are participating in an organized activity with your instructor or counselor
• Be on time for meals, classes, and organized activities
• Do not cut or break trees, shrubs, or harm any part of your natural surroundings
• Report to the nurse right away if you are hurt or ill
• NO smoking or drinking and do not bring alcohol, tobacco, or illegal drugs to camp!
• Dress appropriately and wear appropriate shoes for the activity in which you are involved
  

SUGARLOAF STUDENT STORE

The Sugarloaf Student Store will have a variety of snacks and drinks available for purchase during recreation time.  The Student Store will also provide postcards, stamps, batteries and some sundries for purchase.  The store supplies film for Photography students and will not supply film for other campers.  Campers are not required to bring money to camp.  If you would like to buy items from the Student Store during the week, you are encouraged to bring no more than $20.00 cash to camp.  Items will cost $.50 to $1.00 per item and will be available only during recreation time.

SILK-SCREENING

A special themed silk-screen (ink to fabric) that is unique for each week will be offered to imprint on a shirt, sweatshirt, pillowcase, etc. for $1.00 per item (all money raised benefits camp scholarships!).  This fun activity is a great way to commemorate your camp year.  And each year the screens are different and special to your camp experience.  Some Sugarloaf staff members have silk-screens dating back 20 or more years! Bring a washed 100% Cotton White T-shirt or pillowcase.

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EQUIPMENT AND CLOTHING CHECKLIST

Please mark ALL items with names in permanent ink to prevent loss and mix-ups.  If we cannot identify an item that is left behind at camp, we will donate it to charity.

ESSENTIAL CLOTHING & CAMPING EQUIPMENT

Please plan on bringing clothing to handle rain and potential cold weather.  While July weather is most often hot, (above 100 degrees) many years have seen last-minute rain and we want all campers to be prepared.  Make sure that you are aware of current weather conditions and adjust clothing appropriately 24 hours prior to camp.

• Sleeping bag
• Extra bedding if sleeping in a tent (oldest boys only)
• Pillow / pillow case
• Duffel bag or suitcase that can get dirty
• 2 bath towels / 2 wash cloths
• Sunblock (minimum SPF 15)
• Insect repellent
• Flashlight / extra batteries
• Stationary and pen or pencil
• Sunglasses
• Medications (confirm that camp nurse has medical forms on file at registration)
• Toiletry kit to include: comb/brush, soap, toothbrush (non-electric), toothpaste, and shampoo
• 1 pair warm pajamas
• 2 pairs closed-toed shoes suitable for outdoor activities and mild hiking (no high heels, dress shoes, slippery-soled shoes)
• 1 pair summer shoes suitable for camping
• 7 pairs heavy socks
• 4 pairs shorts
• 3 pairs full-length jeans, cords, or heavy pants (both boys and girls)
• 6 t-shirts or sport shirts for hot weather
• 1 warm jacket for colder weather at night
• 1 or 2 heavy sweaters/sweatshirts for layers
• 7 underwear/briefs
• 1 swimming suit
• Camera with film & batteries
• Lip balm with sunblock
• Facial tissue
• Hat, cap, scarf
• Guitar or other instrument for elective class, recreational time, or talent nights
• Beach towel for the lake
• Water socks for lake activities
• Books or reading material
• Older clothing for crafts/rugged activities
• T-shirts or sweatshirts for silk screening of theme design ($1.00 per item screened)

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• NO walkmans, MP3 players, or radio/recording devices (unless required for class)
• NO hunting knives, axes, hatchets, or any kind of threatening device
• NO firearms
• NO tobacco, alcohol, or other illegal substances
• NO foodCthe camp facility prohibits food in cabins. Snacks and beverages can be purchased from the Sugarloaf Student Store at recreation time.
• NO blow dryers or curling irons
• NO electric shavers
• NO electric instruments or amplifiers (unless required for class)
• NO mobile phones, pagers, or PDAs
• NO toys (small props for talent night ok)
• NO offensive clothing or accessories

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 MAPS TO SUGARLOAF CAMP

 

Bring this page with you to Camp

AUTHORIZATION TO ASSIST WITH MEDICATION

Camper Name (please print):

REQUIRED MEDICATION

Medication Name	Dose Size	Dose Frequency
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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

I request that the Sugarloaf Fine Arts Camp nurse assist my child by giving her/him the above-mentioned medication needed during camp.

 

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Signature of Parent/Guardian                                                                 Date

 

Should you have additional questions or concerns about anything mentioned in this packet,
please contact Julie Bush at (530) 622-7130 x2253.

We look forward to seeing you in July!