Frequently asked questions

Overnight & Day Camp

Registration & Waitlist

  1. When can I register for camp?
    Registration opens December 1

  2. How does your Wait List work?
    If someone cancels or is otherwise unable to attend their registered week at camp, we contact the first person on our Wait List to see if they want the spot. If the first person passes, we continue down the list until the spot is filled.

  3. How will I be notified if I am on the Waitlist and a spot becomes available for me?
    You will receive a phone call from Innabah. We will make multiple attempts to reach you via phone before moving on to the next person on the Wait List.

  4. Do I need to submit all of the camper forms at the same time as registration?
    Yes.

  5. Do I need to make a deposit during the registration process?
    We require a deposit for Day Camp and Overnight Camp. We require $50 for half week camps and $100 for the full week camps.
    Challenge Campers do NOT need to make a deposit unless they have agency/waiver funding.

Payment & Cancellations

  1. When do I need to submit the full payment for camp?
    We need full payment 30 days prior to the start of your campers’ session with the exception of Challenge Campers that have agency/waiver funding

  2. What forms of payment do you accept?
    Check, cash, Credit Card (Visa and Mastercard) and Venmo

  3. How do the three tiers work?
    Our Tiered Pricing is intended to represent the true costs related to the camp experience and allow families to select the level of payment most appropriate for their financial circumstances.
    Each family may freely choose to participate at the Tier 1, Tier 2, or Tier 3 level; and, every camper will receive the same camp experience regardless of the tier chosen. Choose which one works for your family!
    Tier 1: Partially Subsidized Cost
    Every effort is made to keep the cost of camp as affordable as possible. At this level, every camper’s fee is partially subsidized by generous donations and connectional ministry support from our conference.
    If scholarship help is requested through our Innabah scholarship program, Tier 1 will automatically be selected. If partial payment is coming through your church, Tier 1 should also be selected, unless that party agrees to a different tier.
    Tier 2: Direct Cost of Camp

    Electing to pay the Tier 2 price helps cover the direct cost of a week of summer camp, including program costs, food, summer staff, and camp administration.

    Tier 3: True Cost of Camp

    For families who are financially able to pay Tier 3 pricing, this level constitutes the true cost of camp, including all aspects of maintaining our facilities, utilities, etc. Challenge Campers using agency payment should select Tier 3.

  4. What happens if I need to cancel my registration?

    Please contact the office if you need to cancel your registration. Additional questions related to cancellation can be answered at that time.

Pick Up & Drop Off

  1. Where do I pick up and drop off my camper?

    Please check in your camper at the Farmhouse first. Then, you can drop off and pick up your camper at their lodging.

  2. Do I need to present ID when I pick up and drop off my camper?

    You do not need to present ID, but you do need to be listed on the authorized pick up list.

  3. Can I pick up my child early or drop them off late?

    We advise that you be on time. Please call the office if you are running late.
    There is an additional fee to pick up campers early on a Friday.

  4. What happens if I have an emergency and miss pick up or drop off?

    Please contact the office.

Medications & Health

  1. How are medications (OTC and prescribed) handled at camp?
    All medications must be in pre-poured weekly organizers, and turned in to our Pennsylvania-licensed RN, MD, or CRNP. Medications will be distributed by our RN, MD, or CRNP directly to your camper.

  2. How do I alert you to any physical conditions my camper might need special accommodations for?

    Please fill out a camper medical form with this information. Please also let the nurse know at your camper’s check in on their first day. If you need more assistance, please contact the office.

  3. Can my children still come to camp if they have a fever?

    No. Please keep campers showing signs of sickness (such as a fever) at home as they will pose a direct risk to the other campers.

  4. What happens if my kid gets sick at camp?

    Your camper will be sent to the nurse’s station where a parent or guardian will be required to come take them from camp.

Food & Allergies

  1. What should I do if my kid has a food allergy?

    Please list all food allergies on their medical form during registration. If there is a severe, life-threatening allergy, please also inform the nurse at check-in.

  2. Is your camp peanut-free?

    Yes, we are a peanut- and tree nut-free kitchen.

  3. What kind of food do you serve at camp?

    SAMPLE BREAKFAST MENU:

    Coffee, Tea, Water, Orange Juice, Apple Juice

    Pancakes and Bacon or Sausage

    Waffles and Ice Cream and Bacon

    Scrambled Eggs, Hash Browns, and Bacon

    Other options for each day: Yogurt, cold cereal, oatmeal, coffee cake, nutri-grain/granola bars, and fresh fruit

    SAMPLE LUNCH MENU:

    Grilled Cheese and Soup

    Cheesesteaks/Chicken Cheesesteaks and side

    Chicken Nuggets or Tenders and side

    Hamburgers, Hot Dogs, and side

    Breaded Chicken Sandwiches and side

    Sides: French Fries, Tator Tots, Pretzels, Chips

    Tuna salad/chicken salad

    Salad Bar

    Fresh Fruit

    SAMPLE DINNER MENU:

    Turkey, Stuffing, Mashed Potatoes, Vegetable

    Grilled Chicken (BBQ or Italian), Pasta, Alfredo Sauce, Vegetable

    Chicken Parmesan, Pasta, Red Sauce, Vegetable

    Chicken Fajitas, Grilled Veggies, Rice, Black Beans 

    Ham, Macaroni and Cheese, Vegetable

    Spaghetti, Meatballs, Red Sauce, Vegetable

    Tacos, Rice, Vegetable

    Salad Bar

  4. How do you accommodate picky eaters?

    While there is something for everyone at our meals, we also have peanut butter and jelly sandwiches available. (Peanut butter is in individual packs and must be requested by your camper.) We also have a salad bar and/or cereal bar available. If there is still an issue with the meal, we will make sure your camper has something to eat.

  5. Can I pack extra snacks or candy for my camper?

    No. Please leave all personal food at home. Food is not permitted in the lodging areas. If you have any additional questions about snacks or candy, please contact the office.

Accommodations

  1. What happens if my camper does not like the overnight lodge or cabin they are in?

    While we have not faced this issue to-date, our compassionate counselors are prepared to help campers with any challenges relating to their accommodations.

  2. Do I need to pack linens for my overnight camper?

    Linens are NOT provided for your camper’s overnight stay. Please pack a twin fitted sheet and blanket or a sleeping bag. (All of the beds are twin beds.) Please remember to pack a pillow and any other comforts your camper needs for a good night’s sleep. Some campers choose to bring a small sleeping pad to put on top of the mattress, but this is not required.

  3. What happens if the weather is too hot/cold for my camper’s lodging?

    The lodges have climate control, including air conditioning and heat. The cabins all have ceiling fans and box fans. Campers are also welcome to bring their own fans to camp for sleeping.

What to Pack

  1. What does my DAY CAMP camper need to pack each day?

    Bathing suit, towel, extra clothes, and a water bottle.

  2. What does my OVERNIGHT CAMP camper need to pack each day?

    Please refer to the What To Pack section on the bottom of this page: What To Pack


Retreat and Rental

Property Rental

  1. How can  I rent an outdoor pavilion on your property?

    Please contact the office via the Rental Inquiry form on our website.

  2. How can I rent an indoor meeting place?

    Please contact the office via the Rental Inquiry form on our website

  3. How can I rent your property for daytime team-building events?

    Please contact the office via the Rental Inquiry form on our website

  4. Do you offer special rates or discounts for nonprofit organizations?

    As a nonprofit ourselves, we cannot offer special rates or discounts for other nonprofits at this time.

Retreat Payment & Cancellations

  1. When do I need to submit the full payment for camp?

    Full payment is required on or by the first day of your retreat

  2. What forms of payment do you accept?

    Check is our preferred method of payment. We also accept Visa, Mastercard, and Venmo.

  3. What happens if I need to cancel my registration?

    Please contact the office as soon as possible.

Pick Up & Drop Off

  1. Where do I pick up and drop off my retreat guest, or where do I go to start my retreat?

    Innabah-run Retreats will provide you with an email the week before your retreat. It will include all of the check-in and drop-off information.

    Guest Groups using our Retreat Center to run their own retreat will need to provide their own communication to their guests. The group leader should check in with the office upon arrival to receive further instructions.

  2. Do I need to present ID when I (or my retreat guest) arrives at Innabah?

    No ID is required.

Medications & Health

  1. How are medications (OTC and prescribed) handled during the retreat?

    Innabah-Run Retreats require all medications to be pre-poured in weekly organizers and presented to our PA-licensed RN, MD, or CRNP who will distribute the medications throughout the week.

    Guest Groups handle their own medications at their own discretion.

  2. How do I alert you to any physical conditions my retreat guests might need special accommodations for?

    Innabah-Run Retreats require all guests to complete a medical form, on which guests should share any special accommodations required. Guests should also alert the nurse to any limitations at check-in.

    Guest Groups will operate at their own discretion.

  3. What happens if a retreat guest becomes sick during the retreat?

    Guests will be sent to the nurses station where a parent or guardian will be required to retrieve them.

Food & Allergies

  1. What should I do if someone has a food allergy?

    Guests should list any allergies on their medical form. Guest Groups using our facilities need to let the office know of any food allergies by their final numbers date.

  2. Is your location peanut-free?

    Yes, we are a peanut- and tree nut-free kitchen

  3. What kind of food do you serve at a retreat?

    SAMPLE BREAKFAST MENU:

    Coffee, Tea, Water, Orange Juice, Apple Juice

    Pancakes and Bacon or Sausage

    Waffles and Ice Cream and Bacon

    Scrambled Eggs, Hash Browns, and Bacon

    Other options for each day: Yogurt, cold cereal, oatmeal, coffee cake, nutri-grain/granola bars, and fresh fruit

     

    SAMPLE LUNCH MENU:

    Grilled Cheese and Soup

    Cheesesteaks/Chicken Cheesesteaks and side

    Chicken Nuggets or Tenders and side

    Hamburgers, Hot Dogs, and side

    Breaded Chicken Sandwiches and side

    Sides: French Fries, Tator Tots, Pretzels, Chips

    Tuna salad/chicken salad

    Salad Bar

    Fresh Fruit

     

    SAMPLE DINNER MENU:

    Turkey, Stuffing, Mashed Potatoes, Vegetable

    Grilled Chicken (BBQ or Italian), Pasta, Alfredo Sauce, Vegetable

    Chicken Parmesan, Pasta, Red Sauce, Vegetable

    Chicken Fajitas, Grilled Veggies, Rice, Black Beans 

    Ham, Macaroni and Cheese, Vegetable

    Spaghetti, Meatballs, Red Sauce, Vegetable

    Tacos, Rice, Veg

  4. Should I pack extra snacks or food?

    Innabah-Run retreats provide sufficient food and requests that campers refrain from bringing any additional snacks or food.

    Guest Groups are welcome to bring their own snacks or drinks to keep in the lodging kitchenette areas. Food and drinks are not permitted in the sleeping areas / bedrooms.

  5. Can we have alcohol at our retreat if it is for adults only?

    No: We have a strict no-alcohol policy.

Accommodations & Packing

  1. What happens if someone does not like the overnight lodge or cabin they are in?

    While we have not faced this issue to date, if staff are unable to mitigate any concerns, please contact the office.

  2. What happens if the weather is too hot/cold for my lodging?
    All of the lodges have climate control, including air conditioning and heat. The cabins all have ceiling fans and box fans. Campers are also welcome to bring their own fans to camp for sleeping.

  3. What should I pack for a retreat?

    Innabah-Run Retreat Guests should pack the weather-appropriate items found on our What To Pack list. Guest Groups should bring whatever personal belongings they need for their stay.

  4. Do I need to pack linens for my overnight retreat?

    Linens are NOT provided for your overnight stay. Please pack a twin fitted sheet and blanket or a sleeping bag. (All of the beds are twin beds.) Please remember to pack a pillow and any other comforts necessary for a good night’s sleep. Some people choose to bring a small sleeping pad to put on top of the mattress, but this is not required.

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