Camp Life
Med-O-Lark Staff
Med-O-Lark seeks individuals who are warm, caring, giving and nurturing. The average age of camp staff is nearly 23. All cabin counselors are at least 18 years of age or older. Prior to the beginning of camp, Med-O-Lark staff attend a mandatory, intensive, ten day training program. During this time, staff members receive training in camper safety and are familiarized with Med-O-Lark’s policies, procedures and values. The length and scope of Med-O-Lark’s training program exceeds the training guidelines established by the American Camp Association. Med-O-Lark staff comes from many states and countries. Historically, staff have come from countries such as Great Britain, Australia, Israel and more. Med-O-Lark prides itself on having a superior, adult staff of professional artists and teachers. This mix of people with fresh ideas and unique perspectives forms a diverse community. Med-O-Lark counselors not only provide campers with support, guidance and instruction, but also with lasting friendship.
The Dining Hall
Med-O-Lark offers an extensive, buffet-style dining experience for all three meals. The scrumptious assortment of quality
prepared foods made each day ensures that there is always “something for everyone”. For vegetarians as well, there are always tasty choices. Campers can choose what they like, return as often as they want and sit anywhere in the dining hall. In addition, fruit and ice-cold water are available all day for campers on the dining hall deck. At 3:30 p.m. each day, the entire camp gathers for an afternoon snack or ice cream break. After dinner, snacks are periodically distributed during and after evening activities
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The Health Center
Med-O-Lark has a fully equipped health center located in the center of camp. At all times, it is staffed by at least two medical professionals; registered nurses and/or medical doctors. In addition, the Sheepscot Medical Center,
a regional health care facility, is less than a ten minute drive while Maine General Medical Center in Augusta is 25 minutes away.
A Typical Day
Med-O-Lark offers an all-elective program in which campers choose all of their own activities. Campers choose five activities/workshops (from over fifty choices) every two weeks. Therefore, campers take ten activities/workshops during each four week session. In a typical Med-O-Lark Day there are five activity periods as well as ample free-time. During free-time, the staff remain at their activity posts, thus enabling interested campers to sample any other activity or workshop that is not a part of their chosen, daily schedule. Once a week, campers enjoy both a Trip Day and a Lazy Day. On Trip Day, campers go to the beach, explore the coastline on an ocean cruise or visit state parks. On Lazy Day, campers can sleep an extra hour, enjoy an extended day of free choice activities or simply take-in all that Med-O-Lark’s waterfront has to offer. No activities at Med-O-Lark are mandatory except when so requested by a parent. Parents often request that their children receive swim lessons or music lessons and individual instruction in other specific areas.
Daily Schedule
Wake up 7:30
Breakfast 8:00
Morning Meeting 9:00
1st Activity 9:30
2nd Activity 10:45
3rd Activity 12:00
Lunch 1:00
Cool Time
& open waterfront 1:30
4th Activity 2:30
Snack time 3:30
5th Activity 4:00
Cool Time & open waterfront 5:00
Dinner 6:00
Evening Meeting 7:00
Evening Program 7:15
Lights Out 9:30
Cabin Description
Med-O-Lark is home to more than 20 charming, camper cabins, all of which have been recently renovated. Each cabin is equipped with at least two individual hot-water showers, toilets and sinks. The cabins have electricity , screens and curtains for privacy. Some cabins even have skylights. Campers sleep in bunk beds, with bed rails on the top bunk. Campers store their clothing and personal items in dressers
