Camp Life

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 large number of 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

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.