Registration/Refund Policies |
Q: | What are the registration policies? What about refunds? |
A: | Registration Policies
- Registration incurs a $110 nonrefundable fee per camper.
- If cancellation is made prior to 10 calendar days of the camp start date, the balance of camp fees paid (not including the $100 deposit, but all other charges such as store and bus) will be refunded in the manner paid (credit card, check, etc.). Cancellation of camp within 10 days of the start of camp will not yield a refund.
- You may change sessions as space permits until 10 days prior to your session’s start date without penalty.
- If a camper does not attend due to a Director-approved illness, injury or other situation, the family may choose another session during the current camp season. If the camper is unable to select another week, the balance of the fees (not including the $110 deposit) will be returned.
- All camper fees must be paid in full by May 15. Registration after this date requires payment in full. Campers who are not paid in full or do not have payment arrangements established by May 15, may lose their camp spots. All fees must be paid before the start of camp.
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Discount policies |
Q: | How do I get discounts? What discounts might be available? |
A: | Early Bird Registration Discount
Check each October for an Early Bird discount, the discount may change from year to year. Watch our social media and emails for dates and discounts.
Random Discounts/Giveaways
Watch our social media and your email for random giveaways or discounts. In the past there have been offers for a free sweatshirt upon registration or discounts for feast days!
Recruiting Discount
Each new camper that your recruit, you can save $25 off your registration. Contact the office for a personalized recruiting code & save when your recruited campers register with this code!
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Bus policies |
Q: | What if I need to add or cancel the bus? Can I get a refund? |
A: | - Bus transportation is available to and from camp in Roseville and Cambridge, MN. Each one-way trip costs $50, roundtrip is $100. You must pre-register for the bus. Walk-ups not accepted.
- Bus can be added up until the Thursday prior to the start of selected camp session, as space permits. Late or emergency adding of return bus trips must be paid in full at the time of designation.
- You may cancel the bus with a full refund until 10 days prior to the start date of camp. Cancellations of less than 10 days do not yield a refund.
- The bus, usually a coach bus provided by LCS coaches, may be substituted with a school bus or van based on availability.
- We reserve the right to cancel the bus if there is insufficient interest for a specific session. We will contact you at least 10 days prior if this occurs and provide a refund on bus fees (only) paid.
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Camp Store policies |
Q: | If I didn't use all of my camp store money, can I get it back? |
A: | Camp store balances in excess of $10 after camp can be refunded if the request is made in writing (for tracking purposes) no later than October 1st. Emails or mail is acceptable. Unclaimed funds or those with less than $10 are donated to our CYC Camper Assistance Fund. Refunds will be issued by the same method as payment was received.
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Camp store |
Q: | What is there in the camp store? How much do people usually have in their accounts? |
A: | Each day, campers have a chance to visit the CYC store! T-shirts, sweatshirts, stickers, backpacks, souvenirs, snacks, drinks, and water cost from $1-$30. Families generally deposit $5-$50 per child into store accounts.
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Add Camp store |
Q: | How do I add money to the camp store? |
A: | You can deposit money into your child’s Camp Store account by ONE of the following:
1) Selecting and paying for the desired amount in your online registration account.
2) Contacting the camp registrar at 651-636-1645.
3) Turning in funds at the check-in table on the first day of camp. Please do not bring cash to camp.
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Financial Aid |
Q: | How can I apply for financial assistance? |
A: | - Financial aid is available for the cost of camp only, up to 50% of camp fees. CYC does not fully fund campers.
- Financial aid applications are due April 30, no exceptions. $110 is due per camper upon application for financial aid. Incomplete applications or those submitted without payment will not be considered.
- CYC will notify all applicants of their determinations by May 15. If you do not receive sufficient aid, your $110 deposit can be refunded by returning the Determination letter.
- Payment arrangements on the balance (with or without a financial aid award) can be set up online or with the registrar. If payment arrangements are not honored, you may lose the amount already paid and/or registration. All fees must be paid before the start of camp.
- To request a financial aid application and learn of other fundraising suggestions, contact the CYC office after January 1. Applications can also be found online.
- Financial aid cannot be combined with the family discount. Sampler sessions do not qualify for financial aid. Campers may use Camp Champ dollars to offset their costs of attending camp after financial aid awards are given.
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