Health and Safety
A Safe and Healthy Camp is a Fun Camp!
We take a thorough multi-layered approach to making sure kids can get the most out of camp:
- Stay healthy
- Stay safe
- Be prepared
Stay Healthy
Camp is ACTIVE! To fuel our adventures, our food service team provides delicious and nutritious meals in ample amounts. Nutritionist approved menus are prepared with fresh high quality ingredients and the highest food safety standards.
The menu always includes plenty of great options for children with food allergies or dietary restrictions. Strong systems make sure that campers with dietary needs only get the delicious items that are right for them.
It’s just as important to get enough sleep and rest time. Every full day at camp includes quiet rest time for recharging. At night we ensure comfortable conditions and quality bedding for a good sleep.
Beat the Heat
While our mountain campsite is generally cooler than the city, we still take heat safety seriously. Campers take plenty of breaks to cool down and rehydrate in the shade. If needed, we adjust activity schedules to avoid overexertion during the hottest times of day. In over 20 years and many thousands of campers, we have had zero heat related incidents – and we’ll keep it that way.
Stay Safe
Camp safety is no accident. We have written risk management plans in place for every activity at camp. They are regularly revised, trained to all staff, and actively supervised. We likewise have rigorous planning in place for many other crucial aspects of camp operation, such as transportation safety management.
Our safety standards are based on guidelines published by the American Camp Association and the National Camping Association of Japan, of which we are a member.
Waterfront safety: Every camper always in a life jacket, lifeguards always on duty.
Be Prepared
Even with diligent health and risk management, we have to be ready when campers need care.
A registered nurse is always available to tend to any injury or illness. Campers can rest and recover in our infirmary if needed. A dedicated medication manager ensures that campers receive any needed medications on schedule.
If a camper requires additional care, we have established relationships and communication channels with local emergency services, clinics, and hospitals.
All staff receive CPR and first aid training, every season. We practice fire and disaster evacuation drills to keep all campers safe and accounted for.
We know that keeping your child safe from any kind of abuse or exploitation is a major concern. It is for us, too. Read more about our approach to child protection at English Adventure camps.