LAUNCH Youth Retreat 2026

Policies

Waiver & Liability Release

By registering, I understand and acknowledge that physical activities including but not limited to: water/lake activities, horseback riding, camping, running, sports, all have inherent dangers that no amount of care, caution, instruction, or expertise can eliminate and I expressly voluntarily assume all risk for my child while my child participating in these activities whether or not caused by the negligence of the released parties. I indemnify and hold Camp Shenandoah Springs harmless from any such injuries, death or anguish.

**Absolutely NO SWIMMING without

a waterfront certified lifeguard.

NO EXCEPTIONS

Camper Code of Conduct

By registering, I agree to the following expectations:

I will be a positive role model participating in all scheduled activities.

I will not act in such a way as to distract, interrupt, or disrespect campers or staff.

I will respect the property of others and will not take or damage what others own.

I will not enter into lodges or restrooms except those designated for men/boys or women/girls according to the gender I was born with according to my birth certificate.

I will not bring or use cell phones while in camp. If I have it with me, I will entrust it to the camp administrator and only use it with permission.

I will not leave the campsite unless accompanied by an adult or with other campers by consent.

I will respect “lights out” time as designated by camp schedule.

I will follow directions and guidelines as instructed by staff throughout the week.

I will avoid inappropriate sexual misconduct, comments, gestures, or physical contact.

I will be alert to any potential security risks or any hazard or action that may endanger others and report it to camp staff.

All staff are to respectfully correct any inappropriate actions or behavior.

All staff are to show respect to all campers, other leaders and staff.

All staff are not to ridicule, humiliate, or engage in any kind of inappropriate behavior.

I will not smoke, drink alcohol, vape or do drugs as a camper or staff at Camp Shenandoah Springs.

ALL CAMPERS AND STAFF ARE TO ENCOURAGE AND TO BE ENCOURAGERS THROUGHOUT THE WEEK!

By registering you will be agreeing and signing as legal document on the day you submit this form.

Photo Release

By registering, I, the legal parent/guardian hereby authorize and consent to the use the images or videos of my child/children listed above, with or without their name(s), by Camp Shenandoah Springs of Madison, VA, for the purposes including, but not limited to promotional materials, printed publications, and internet posts, including social media, television and other media sources.

I do this with full knowledge and consent and waive all claims for compensation for damages. I release Camp Shenandoah Springs, its officers, trustees, employees trustees, and agents from liability for any claims by me or any third party in connection with the use of the image of my child/children listed above.

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