Frequently Asked Questions
What activites are offered at Camp Arnes?
Click here for a full list of activites offered at Camp Arnes.
What kind of schedule can I expect my child to experience during their week at camp?
Click here for sample schedule of a typical week of camp.
Can my child request a friend to be in their cabin?
Campers may request up to two friends to bunk with them. Campers must be of a same age and complete the ‘cabinmate request’ section on the registration form. We will do our best to accommodate these requests.
What kind of medical care is available for my child while at camp?
Camper's health needs are met above and beyond the standards of the Manitoba Camping Association. Not only is a qualified nurse on duty during all camp sessions, all our staff are Red Cross first aid certified. Complete hospital and medical services are available within 20 minutes of Arnes. In the event a doctor prescribes medication for your child during his/her stay, the parent/guardian will be contacted and billed for the cost of the prescription.
When do I need to pick up my child from camp on the last day?
Parents and friends of the family are invited to visit Camp Arnes on Saturdays. Meet your child's cabin leader and see the people and places that have formed your child's memories of their exciting adventure. You are invited to join us for a Parents Program and complimentary lunch starting at 12:00 noon. Note: There will be no parent program following End of Summer Sizzler.
If I can't afford to send my child to camp, are there any opportunties for assistance?
Funds have been made available to Camp Arnes by donors for individuals who would like to attend camp but cannot afford the entire fee. Please call Camp Arnes for a camper scholarship application form. The form must be completed and returned with the registration form and a $50.00 deposit for each camper. Availability of funds is subject to donations.
When will I know if I my child is signed up for camp?
The registration is processed only if information is complete, the full fee or $50.00 deposit is enclosed and the registration form is signed by parent/guardian. You will be notified of your acceptance by mail.
Who should I make my cheques out to?
Make cheques or money order payable to Camp Arnes. Postdated cheques will be accepted on balance of fee only. Any cheque that is returned due to insufficient funds will be charged a fee of $15.00 and will result in cancellation of your registration.
Is there any discount if I have more than one child attending camp?
If your child and one or more of their siblings attend Camp Arnes, deduct $25 per child per session. To qualify for the sibling discount your children's registrations must be submitted in one package. This discount does not apply to children registering through any agencies.
What is the cancellation policy?
Where cancellation is made three or more weeks prior to the session, the fee less $50.00 will be refunded. If less than three weeks prior to session, no refund will be issued. No refund will be issued for dismissal due to disciplinary action, late arrival, early departure, or for medical reasons. Deposits and fees are non-transferable.
Is there transportation to Camp Arnes on the first day of the camp?
The bus ride to camp is included in the fee for campers during July and August. Campers wishing to travel to camp by bus must say so on the registration form. Busses leave 173 Talbot Avenue (Northeast end of Disraeli Bridge at Route 37 East), Winnipeg, at 8:30 a.m. Mondays. Be ready to board at 8:15 a.m.. Busses return to 173 Talbot Avenue at 4:00 p.m. Saturdays.
How long does it take to get f rom Winnipeg to Camp Arnes?
If travelling by car, allow 1 ½ hours driving time from Winnipeg. It is important to arrive at Camp Arnes by 10:00 a.m. on Monday. Note: There will be no bus service in Selkirk.
Is there transportation at the end of the week back to Winnipeg?
Campers returning home on Visitor's Day (Saturday) should ride with parents. Campers wishing to travel home by bus must purchase a Bus Pass for $10.00 (+ GST.) each. (See "Bus Pass" on Registration Form).
Sign up a Friend for Camp and $15 store voucher!
Sign up a Friend for Camp and Get a $15 store voucher! Sign up one of your friends for summer camp who has never attended Camp Arnes before and get money to spend in the tuck shop. Please note: You must have attended summer camp at Camp Arnes before and your friend must attend the same session as you. Please fill in their name where indicated on the registration form. This offer does not apply to siblings or campers applying through agencies.
Pre-order a Summer 2007 T-Shirt or Camp Arnes Survival Pack!
Did you know that you can pre-order your Summer 2007 Camp Arnes t-shirt for just $15 NO GST (Please note: PST has to be added for campers 15 yrs or older.) Or, even better, you can pre-order a Camp Arnes Survival Pack - this includes a Summer 2007 t-shirt, Camp Arnes water bottle and Camp Arnes baseball cap - for only $35.00 NO GST! Just include it in the Calculation of Fees section of the registration form and we’ll have it for you when you arrive at camp!
