Question 1

Do Garden members receive benefits related to Camp?

Accepted Answer

Yes! SFBGS Members will receive a discount code on standard camp fees and the opportunity to register early through a camp pre-sale, starting February 1, 2022.   Discount code and registration link will be e-mailed to all members (Family / Dual level and above) on Monday, January 24, 2022.    If you became a Family/Dual level member after January 24, please contact membership@sfbg.org to receive the discount code and early registration link.

Question 2

What is the Tiered Payments system?

Accepted Answer

We have shifted to the Tiered Payment system for our Garden Camp program with the hope that this will allow greater diversity of participants in our program from the community.    The multiple payment tiers illustrate the true costs of summer camp at SFBG. Please consider selecting the highest level you can afford, knowing that, in doing so, you are enabling others to participate as well - and our community benefits from greater diversity.    All campers will receive the same high quality camp experience regardless of payment tier chosen. Your selection is completely confidential.    Tier 1: Most closely reflects the “true cost” of camp
Tier 2: Partially subsidized for families needing some support to make camp affordable
Tier 3: Subsidized rate, supported through contributions from individuals

Question 3

How does drop-off and pick-up work?

Accepted Answer

Pick-up and drop-off take place on MLK Jr. Drive just through the Garden's Main Gate, to the right, before passing the bookstore (see map here). There is no rolling drop-off for campers; please walk your camper into camp for appropriate check-in. Please note that MLK Jr. Drive is a busy street - please use cross walks with your children.   At drop-off, parents/guardians will be required to share the name of the adult/s picking up their camper or confirm the name that we have on our list. Campers will have their temperature scanned before entering as well as going through a daily symptom check. If your camper has a temperature or any symptoms, they will not be permitted to enter the program.    During pick-up, we will be checking IDs. Families will line up after checking-in with our staff member and their camper will be brought out to them. Thank you for your patience as we provide the utmost safety for our campers. More information will be included in camper confirmation emails. Thank you!

Question 4

Are there scholarships available for families in need?

Accepted Answer

At this time we are able to offer partial scholarships to some qualifying applicants as funds come in through donations. Please contact gardencamp@sfbg.org to request a Garden Camp Scholarship Application.

Question 5

Are there Wait List options?

Accepted Answer

There is a wait list that you are able to join if interested, but keep in mind that there is often very little movement on this front. If so, we will contact people in order of how they joined the wait list.  While registration is only open to Members, only Members are able to join the wait list. Thank you for your interest in Garden Camp!

Question 6

My child would like to attend Garden Camp with a friend, is that possible?

Accepted Answer

Yes! Include the name of the friend during registration, or send an email to gardencamp@sfbg.org to make sure we know of your request.

Question 7

What is the class size and adult:child ratio?

Accepted Answer

No Garden Camp group will exceed a group size of 12. Each group will have two adults assigned to it for the duration of the 3 week session.

Question 8

Can Garden Camp accomodate children of all abilities?

Accepted Answer

The Garden is a place for children with all abilities. If your child requires an aide at school, please contact gardencamp@sfbg.org to speak to a staff member to learn more about daily schedules, activities, and to ensure we are prepared to meet the needs of your child. Aides attending with children will need to undergo a background check in advance of accompanying their camper to camp.   We look forward to ensuring all campers have great experience; thank you in advance for helping make this possible by communicating with us early!

Question 9

What does a typical Camp day look like?

Accepted Answer

Campers will arrive and check-in at the front of the Garden around 9am. After a temperature scan and a symptom check, campers will be permitted to join their groups.  All summer camp groups have the ability to change and adapt their activities based on what their campers are interested in. All groups will have gardening and ecology lessons, as well as arts and crafts to spark their creativity, and lots of exploration through the Garden. Lunch will be eaten around noon each day after thoroughly cleaning our hands. Campers can expect to be on their feet and walking much of the day and also to get their hands dirty! Between games and singing songs, Garden Camp campers spend their time learning and growing, just like the plants we cultivate.  At the end of the day, campers will return to the pick-up zone for easy retrieval and to re-cap their days.

Question 10

What is your refund policy?

Accepted Answer

Within 24 hours of your registration, 100% refund is available. After 24 hours, cancellations made until one week prior to your camp start date qualify for an 80% refund. There are no refunds available within one week of your camp start date.   This policy applies for both camp week fees and extended care fees. This refund policy holds for instances of illness or family emergencies. Cancellations must be requested in writing via email. The date stamp on the email will serve as the time marker for your request and will establish potential refund, if any.

Question 11

What if I need to change my child’s camp week after registering?

Accepted Answer

Change requests must be submitted in writing via email and a $25 change fee will be charged upon change. Each camper is limited to 2 changes per camp season. We will do our best to accommodate changes, but in the event that your desired change cannot be accommodated, the refund policy will apply to any cancellations.

Question 12

How many sessions may I sign my child up for?

Accepted Answer

Due to limited registration slots and our desire to serve as many campers as possible, children may only register for one session of Garden Camp per summer. Thank you for understanding!

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