Kids Camp Resources
We are looking forward to an awesome summer at camp! If you’ve already registered, here’s some important information that you need to know…
Before Your First Day of Camp
Camper Health Form
All campers need to have a health form on file before they arrive at camp for the first time. The good news: You can do it yourself (it doesn’t require a doctor’s signature)!
Please head on over to your “My Profile” page on http://registration.bar-t.com and fill it out today.
Medical Provider Clearance for High-Risk Individuals
If your child is considered high-risk for COVID-19, due to any medical conditions, recent procedures, or any other reason, we must have this form on file for them to attend camp.
Note: This form requires a doctors signature.
Please print this form, have it signed by a doctor, and bring it with you on the first day of camp.
Medication Administration Form
Please complete this form if your child requires prescription medication during the camp day.
Prescription medications (including EpiPens) must be sent in the original box with instructions from the doctor. We will collect medications directly from your car and keep/administer them in our First Aid/Nurse Station. It is important to note that everyone, campers and staff, must wear a face mask while in the First Aid/Nurse Station.
What to bring on your first day (and every day!)
What to Bring
- Face Mask – Please arrive at camp wearing a face mask.
- Backpack (each item should be clearly labeled with the camper’s name):
- Bathing Suit
- Towel
- Goggles (optional)
- Lunch: Lunches are kept in a cooler (and will not be refrigerated), so please include an ice pack with your camper’s lunch and refrain from sending perishable items.
- Back-Up Face Mask in a ziploc bag
- Medications & Medication Authorization Form (if applicable)
Do Not Bring to Camp
Lost & Found
Sunscreen
Contacting Your Camp
McNair Kids Camp
13881 Hopkins Rd
Germantown, MD 20874
Kevin Bell, Director
240-364-4196
kbell@bar-t.com
Mercedes Garcia, Assistant Director
240-482-9306
After Hours/Extended Care Phone:
301-674-3202
Poolesville Kids Camp
17550 W Willard Rd
Poolesville, MD 20837
Kim Hull, Director
240-205-5254
khull@bar-t.com
Owen Garvey, Assistant Director
301-674-3188
After Hours/Extended Care Phone:
240-205-5254
St. John’s Kids Camp
3427 Olney Laytonsville Rd
Olney, MD 20832
Joyce Dunbar, Director
301-674-3186
jdunbar@bar-t.com
Rominger Mazariegos, Assistant Director
240-600-6893
After Hours/Extended Care Phone:
301-674-3186
240-501-3597
Thurgood Marshall Kids Camp
12260 McDonald Chapel Dr
Gaithersburg, MD 20878
Shamea Bell, Director
240-751-6084
sbell@bar-t.com
Tenisha Davis, Assistant Director
301-674-3193
After Hours/Extended Care Phone Number:
240-751-6084
Camp Calendars
Each day our Kids Camp teams find a way to make it the BEST DAY EVER for their campers! In addition to water play every day, we have a fun theme day full of activities planned and optional spirit days for campers to participate in:
McNair Kids Camp Calendar
McNair Kids Camp Calendar – Summer 2021
| Week 1 (June 21 – 25) | Theme: | Spirit Day: |
|---|---|---|
| Monday | Summer Olympic Water Games | Camp Shirt |
| Tuesday | Bar-T Talent | Tie Dye Tuesday |
| Wednesday | The Great Mystery/Unsolved Mysteries | Twin Day |
| Thursday | Mistic Mixtures | Shades Day |
| Friday | Fiesta Friday | Group Color Day |
| Week 2 (June 28 – July 2) | ||
| Monday | Rockets & Outer Space | Camp Shirt |
| Tuesday | Art Gallery | Tie Dye Tuesday |
| Wednesday | Level Up | Twin Day |
| Thursday | Giving Thanks | Shades Day |
| Friday | For the Mess of It | Group Color Day |
| Week 3 (July 6 – 9) | ||
| Monday | CLOSED | CLOSED |
| Tuesday | Construction Zone | Tie Dye Tuesday |
| Wednesday | Red Carpet & Celebrities Day | Twin Day |
| Thursday | Holiday Celebrations | Shades Day |
| Friday | Bar-T Box Car | Group Color Day |
| Week 4 (July 12 – 16) | ||
| Monday | Carnival | Camp Shirt |
| Tuesday | Outdoor Art Creations | Tie Dye Tuesday |
| Wednesday | Fashion Forward | Twin Day |
| Thursday | Under the Sea | Shades Day |
| Friday | Color Explosion | White Shirts |
| Week 5 (July 19 – 23) | ||
| Monday | Decade Day | Dress like you are from the 80’s |
| Tuesday | Camping | Tie Dye Tuesday |
| Wednesday | Wreck It Day | Twin Day |
| Thursday | Jurassic Day | Shades Day |
| Friday | Game Show Day | Group Color Day |
| Week 6 (July 26 – 30) | ||
| Monday | Field Day | Camp Shirt |
| Tuesday | Bar-T City | Tie Dye Tuesday |
| Wednesday | Sculpt It | Twin Day |
| Thursday | Super Hero | Shades Day |
| Friday | Candy Land | Group Color Day |
| Week 7 (August 2 – 6) | ||
| Monday | All Star/Bar-T Record Breakers | Wear Favorite Team Gear |
| Tuesday | Once Upon a Time | Tie Dye Tuesday |
| Wednesday | Cosmic Bowling | Twin Day |
| Thursday | Fear Factor | Shades Day |
| Friday | Luau | Group COlor Day |
| Week 8 (Aug 9 – 13) | ||
| Monday | BEST OF THE BEST REPLAY WEEK | Camp Shirt |
| Tuesday | BEST OF THE BEST REPLAY WEEK | Tie Dye Tuesday |
| Wednesday | BEST OF THE BEST REPLAY WEEK | Twin Day |
| Thursday | BEST OF THE BEST REPLAY WEEK | Shades Day |
| Friday | BEST OF THE BEST REPLAY WEEK | Group Color Day |
Poolesville Kids Camp Calendar
Poolesville Kids Camp Calendar – Summer 2021
| Week 1 (June 21 – 25) | Theme: | Spirit Day: |
|---|---|---|
| Monday | Summer Olympic Water Games | Camp Shirt |
| Tuesday | Bar-T Talent | Tie Dye Tuesday |
| Wednesday | The Great Mystery/Unsolved Mysteries | Wackey Wedneday |
| Thursday | Mistic Mixtures | Jersey Day |
| Friday | Fiesta Friday | Funky Hat Friday |
| Week 2 (June 28 – July 2) | ||
| Monday | Rockets & Outer Space | Camp Shirt |
| Tuesday | Art Gallery | Tie Dye Tuesday |
| Wednesday | Level Up | Wackey Wednesday |
| Thursday | Giving Thanks | Jersey Day |
| Friday | For the Mess of It | Funkey Hat Friday |
| Week 3 (July 6 – 9) | ||
| Monday | CLOSED | CLOSED |
| Tuesday | Construction Zone | Camp Shirt |
| Wednesday | Red Carpet & Celebrities Day | Wacky Wednesday |
| Thursday | Holiday Celebrations | Jersey Day |
| Friday | Bar-T Box Car | Red, White and Blur Day |
| Week 4 (July 12 – 16) | ||
| Monday | Carnival | Camp Shirt |
| Tuesday | Outdoor Art Creations | Tie Dye Tuesday |
| Wednesday | Fashion Forward | Wacky Wednesday |
| Thursday | Under the Sea | Jersey Day |
| Friday | Color Explosion | Favorite Color |
| Week 5 (July 19 – 23) | ||
| Monday | Decade Day | Camp Shirt |
| Tuesday | Camping | Tie Dye Tuesday |
| Wednesday | Wreck It Day | Wacky Wednesday |
| Thursday | Jurassic Day | Jersey Day |
| Friday | Game Show Day | Funky Hat Friday |
| Week 6 (July 26 – 30) | ||
| Monday | Field Day | Camp Shirt |
| Tuesday | Bar-T City | Tie Dye Tuesday |
| Wednesday | Sculpt It | Wacky Wednesday |
| Thursday | Super Hero | Jersey Day |
| Friday | Candy Land | Funky Hat Friday |
| Week 7 (August 2 – 6) | ||
| Monday | All Star/Bar-T Record Breakers | Camp Shirt |
| Tuesday | Once Upon a Time | Tie Dye Tuesday |
| Wednesday | Cosmic Bowling | Wacky Wednesday |
| Thursday | Fear Factor | Jersey Day |
| Friday | Luau | Hawian Shirts |
| Week 8 (Aug 9 – 13) | ||
| Monday | Best of the Best Replay Week | Camp Shirt |
| Tuesday | Best of the Best Replay Week | Tie Dye Tuesday |
| Wednesday | Best of the Best Replay Week | Wacky Wednesday |
| Thursday | Best of the Best Replay Week | Jersey Day |
| Friday | Best of the Best Replay Week | Funky Hat Friday |
St. John’s Kids Camp Calendar
St. Johns Kids Camp
St. John’s Kids Camp Calendar – Summer 2021
| Week 1 (June 21 – 25) | Theme: | Spirit Day: |
|---|---|---|
| Monday | Summer Olympic Water Games | Camp Shirt |
| Tuesday | Bar-T Talent | Tie Dye Tutu/Ties Tuesday |
| Wednesday | The Great Mystery/Unsolved Mysteries | Team Colors Day |
| Thursday | Mistic Mixtures | Theme Dress Up Day |
| Friday | Fiesta Friday | Jersey Day |
| Week 2 (June 28 – July 2) | ||
| Monday | Rockets & Outer Space | Camp shirt |
| Tuesday | Art Gallery | Tie Dye Tutu/Ties Tuesday |
| Wednesday | Level Up | Team Colors Day |
| Thursday | Giving Thanks | Theme Dress Up Day |
| Friday | For the Mess of It | Jersey Day |
| Week 3 (July 6 – 9) | ||
| Monday | CLOSED | CLOSED |
| Tuesday | Construction Zone | Tie Dye Tutu/Ties Tuesday |
| Wednesday | Red Carpet & Celebrities Day | Jersey Day |
| Thursday | Holiday Celebrations | Theme Dress Up Day |
| Friday | Bar-T Box Car | Team Colors Day |
| Week 4 (July 12 – 16) | ||
| Monday | Carnival | Camp Shirt |
| Tuesday | Outdoor Art Creations | Tie Dye Tutu/Ties Tuesday |
| Wednesday | Fashion Forward | Team Colors Day |
| Thursday | Under the Sea | Theme Dress Up Day |
| Friday | Color Explosion | Jersey Day |
| Week 5 (July 19 – 23) | ||
| Monday | Decade Day | Dress up like the 70s |
| Tuesday | Camping | Tie Dye Tutu/Ties Tuesday |
| Wednesday | Wreck It Day | Team Colors Day |
| Thursday | Jurassic Day | Theme Dress Up Day |
| Friday | Game Show Day | Jersey Day |
| Week 6 (July 26 – 30) | ||
| Monday | Field Day | Camp Shirt |
| Tuesday | Bar-T City | Tie Dye Tutu/Ties Tuesday |
| Wednesday | Sculpt It | Team Colors Day |
| Thursday | Super Hero | Theme Dress Up Day |
| Friday | Candy Land | Jersey Day |
| Week 7 (August 2 – 6) | ||
| Monday | All Star/Bar-T Record Breakers | Camp shirt |
| Tuesday | Once Upon a Time | Tie Dye Tutu/Ties Tuesday |
| Wednesday | Cosmic Bowling | Jersey Day |
| Thursday | Fear Factor | Theme Dress Up Day |
| Friday | Luau | Team Colors Day |
| Week 8 (Aug 9 – 13) | ||
| Monday | Best of the Best Replay Week | Camp Shirt |
| Tuesday | Best of the Best Replay Week | Tie Dye Tutu/Ties Tuesday |
| Wednesday | Best of the Best Replay Week | Team Colors Day |
| Thursday | Best of the Best Replay Week | Theme Dress Up Day |
| Friday | Best of the Best Replay Week | Jersey Day |
| Week 9 (August 16 – 20) | ||
| Monday | Best of the Best Replay Week | Camp Shirt |
| Tuesday | Best of the Best Replay Week | Tie Dye Tutu/Ties Tuesday |
| Wednesday | Best of the Best Replay Week | Team Colors Day |
| Thursday | Best of the Best Replay Week | Theme Dress Up Day |
| Friday | Best of the Best Replay Week | Jersey Day |
Thurgood Marshall Kids Camp Calendar
Thurgood Marshall Kids Camp Calendar – Summer 2021
| Thurgood Marshall Kids Camp | ||
|---|---|---|
| Week 1 (June 21 – 25) | Theme: | Spirit Day: |
| Monday | Summer Olympic Water Games | Camp Shirt |
| Tuesday | Bar-T Talent | Tie Dye Tuesday |
| Wednesday | The Great Mystery/Unsolved Mysteries | Twin Day |
| Thursday | Mistic Mixtures | shades Day |
| Friday | Fiesta Friday | Group Color Day |
| Week 2 (June 28 – July 2) | ||
| Monday | Rockets & Outer Space | Camp Shirt |
| Tuesday | Art Gallery | Tie Dye Tuesday |
| Wednesday | Level Up | Twin Day |
| Thursday | Giving Thanks | Shades |
| Friday | For the Mess of It | Group Color Day |
| Week 3 (July 6 – 9) | ||
| Monday | CLOSED | CLOSED |
| Tuesday | Construction Zone | Tie Dye Tuesday |
| Wednesday | Red Carpet & Celebrities Day | Twin Day |
| Thursday | Holiday Celebrations | Shades |
| Friday | Bar-T Box Car | Group Color Day |
| Week 4 (July 12 – 16) | ||
| Monday | Carnival | Camp Day |
| Tuesday | Outdoor Art Creations | Tie Dye Tuesday |
| Wednesday | Fashion Forward | Twin Day |
| Thursday | Under the Sea | Shades |
| Friday | Color Explosion | White Shirts |
| Week 5 (July 19 – 23) | ||
| Monday | Decade Day | Dress up like the 80’s |
| Tuesday | Camping | Tie Dye Tuesday |
| Wednesday | Wreck It Day | Twin Day |
| Thursday | Jurassic Day | Shades |
| Friday | Game Show Day | Group Color Day |
| Week 6 (July 26 – 30) | ||
| Monday | Field Day | Camp Shirt |
| Tuesday | Bar-T City | Tie Dye Tuesday |
| Wednesday | Sculpt It | Twin Day |
| Thursday | Super Hero | Shades |
| Friday | Candy Land | Group Color Day |
| Week 7 (August 2 – 6) | ||
| Monday | All Star/Bar-T Record Breakers | Wear Favorite Team |
| Tuesday | Once Upon a Time | Tie Dye Tuesday |
| Wednesday | Cosmic Bowling | Twin Day |
| Thursday | Fear Factor | Shades |
| Friday | Luau | Group Color Day |
| Week 8 (Aug 9 – 13) | ||
| Monday | BEST OF THE BEST REPLAY WEEK | Wear Favorite Team |
| Tuesday | BEST OF THE BEST REPLAY WEEK | Tie Dye Tuesday |
| Wednesday | BEST OF THE BEST REPLAY WEEK | Twin Day |
| Thursday | BEST OF THE BEST REPLAY WEEK | Shades |
| Friday | BEST OF THE BEST REPLAY WEEK | Group Color Day |
Frequently Asked Questions
COVID-19:
How will you handle COVID-19-related situations?
- Cohorts – All of the Bar-T camps will be grouping the kids in cohorts to help minimize any potential exposure. Campers will remain with their cohort throughout the camp day and remain physically distanced from the campers in other cohorts.
- Masks
- Indoors – all campers and staff will be required to wear a mask at all times indoors
- Buses – all campers and staff will be required to wear a mask while on buses (campers will also be physically distanced on buses and windows will be open whenever weather permits to increase ventilation)
- Outdoors – all campers and staff will only be required to wear masks outdoors when we are unable to maintain physical distancing of 6′ or more. Campers and staff are always welcome to continue to wear masks as they are comfortable, regardless of location and distancing from others. Per the CDC guidelines, campers and staff will not be wearing masks when swimming.
- Physical distancing –
- Campers and staff will maintain at least 3′ of physical distance with other members of their camp cohort if masks are being worn.
- Campers and staff will maintain at least 6′ of physical distance with other members of their camp cohort while outdoors and not wearing masks.
- Campers and staff will maintain at least 6′ of physical distancing from staff and campers from other cohorts.
- Daily Screening
- Bar-T will be working with parents to screen campers each day to ensure all participants in the program are free of symptoms that may be associated with COVID, have not tested positive for COVID within the past 10 days, or been exposed within the past 10 days to anyone that has tested positive for COVID or is awaiting test results.
- Hand washing – Bar-T will continue our increased emphasis on hand hygiene with more frequent hand washing throughout the camp day, prior to eating, and following use of shared equipment.
- Cleaning and Disinfection – Bar-T will also continue our regular cleaning and disinfection, with emphasis placed on all high touch surfaces and any shared equipment.
CAMP SHIRTS
Camp Shirts will be distributed on the camper’s first day of camp. If you have any questions about camp shirts, please email us at ranch@bar-t.com.
VISITING CAMPERS:
Can I visit my camper during the camp day?
Although we have been able to have an “open door” policy in years past, this year we will not be permitting visitors. It is simply not safe for us to have anyone on the property whom we do not have medical forms for.
If you need to pick-up your camper early, please remain in your car and we will bring your camper to your care.
FOOD:
What about lunch?
Your camper needs to bring a lunch each day. Due to safety restrictions to avoid cross contaminations, camper lunches will not be refrigerated. Please send your camper with a bag lunch that includes an ice pack.
Do you serve snack?
Every day we offer campers both a snack and a popsicle. Campers have a choice for each and we only serve nut-free snacks.
WEATHER AND SUNSCREEN:
Do you sunscreen?
We provide sunscreen for your child and apply it throughout the day. To make sure they are sufficiently covered, please send them with their first application of sunscreen already applied.
If your camper requires prescription sunscreen, please send it with the Camper Medication Form and our on-site health technician will administer it.
Each of our counselors will have their own sunscreen bottle, which only they will touch, in order to prevent the spread of illness. Unless it is due to a medical condition, we cannot help your child apply sunscreen.
What if it rains?
We are bound to encounter some rain at some point this Summer, but it will not stop us from having a great day! If it is raining, we will continue with most of our activities as planned. This year camp is 100% outdoors unless there is severe weather.
In the event of severe storms, we utilize the upper barn and locker rooms as shelter. If you see rain in the forecast, please send your child with appropriate clothing as they will be outside all day.
SWIMMING/POOL:
How do the swim tests work?
Camper’s swimming ability will be evaluated on their first visit to the pool. If they are cleared to swim in the deeper areas, they will be given a green swim band, if they are not cleared, they will be given a red one. We are happy to reevaluate campers with a swim test upon their request.
ANIMALS AT CAMP:
Can I bring my pet dog/cat/lizard/chinchilla to camp?
No. Campers and families are not permitted to bring any animals (with the exception of service animals) on Bar-T property.
NEGATIVE BEHAVIOR:
What do you do if there is bullying or negative behavior?
We want each and every one of our campers to enjoy summer in an environment that is free of physical, emotional, and verbal harassment from others. Bar-T is a “No Bully Zone” and we will respond immediately to any incidents that involve these behaviors. Please let us know immediately if you or your camper has any questions or concerns about any of these issues.
WHAT TO BRING TO CAMP:
What should my camper bring to camp?
Please send your camper with a face mask, bag lunch, bathing suit, towel, comfortable clothes, and closed toed shoes each day.
Some days we will have a theme day and give the campers and option to dress up with the theme. These days are always optional!
What should we NOT bring to camp?
There are many things that should not be brought to camp, especially anything valuable. Please do not bring any of the following items: cell phones, video games, computers, ipods, jewelry, card collections, or sports equipment. Obviously any weapons, alcohol, pets, or drugs are prohibited.
Have a Question?
We know that there are a lot of options when it comes to finding the perfect summer camp for your child. Let us answer any questions or concerns you might have. After all, we want you to find the right camp so your camper has the best summer ever!