Camper Expectations

To develop a wholesome, fun, child-focused environment, free of social pressures and negative influences, Teton Valley Ranch Camp has developed the following behavior guidelines, which will be strictly enforced. If you are concerned that your child may not be able to meet our camper standards, please consult with a Camp Director prior to enrolling your child.

For children to be safe in our program, campers need to be able to:

-Follow a structured schedule in a group setting

-Follow verbal or written directions and guidelines when given by an adult to a group of 10 or more children

-Live, interact, and sleep in a group setting (tent or cabin with 12 to 14 people) without disrupting others sleep or camp experience

-Self-manage frustrations or emotional outbursts

-Be willing and able to hike for several miles on rough mountain trails while carrying a heavy backpack

TVRC campers are expected to treat other campers and staff with respect at all times, and value each camper’s right to have a fun experience. For a more detailed description of what our campers need to be able to do, please see our Essential Eligibility Criteria.

The following behaviors are not permitted at Teton Valley Ranch Camp and will result in disciplinary action (up to being immediately dismissed from Camp without any tuition refund)

-Teasing, taunting, social aggression, threatening or discriminating comments, or harassment or hazing of any kind towards any member of the camp community, including when camper is not at camp.

-Violence of any kind

-Use of foul language, discussion of inappropriate topics, or possession of inappropriate media (i.e. magazines, books, etc.) as determined by the Camp Directors

-Possession or use of tobacco, alcohol, or illegal drugs. All prescription and OTC medications must be stored in the Infirmary and administered under supervision of our camp health professionals

-Sexual or intimate relationships

-Unauthorized absence from cabin or activity

-Abusive or disrespectful behavior towards any member of the camp community

-Inappropriate appearance or attire

-Possession or use of personal electronic equipment

-Destruction, vandalism, or theft of any property belonging to TVRC or other camp community member

-Possession or use of equipment used to perform significant body alterations including tools and materials used to tattoo or pierce skin

Parent Behavior and Expectations

Teton Valley Ranch Camp understands the importance of partnering with our campers parents to provide a safe and impactful growth experience for their children while they are under our care. It is essential for parents to set an example for their campers by remaining positive and cooperative with TVRC policies and guidelines. Parents are expected to support all policies, rules, cabin placements, and regulations. Parents are also expected to upload all TVRC original forms and submit full tuition by the May 1st deadline. Further, parents are expected to cooperate with and act civilly towards all members of the TVRC community, including our staff and the contracted vendors providing services to both TVRC on-site and offsite.

Unacceptable parent behavior, including actively undermining any camp policy, and/or disrespectful behavior towards any member of the community, determined at the discretion of the Camp Directors, may result in non-renewal or termination of the campers enrollment.