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Frequently Asked Questions
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Most of our time will be spent outdoors, so please remember to bring appropriate clothing. It gets COLD at night and VERY hot in the day, and sometimes it rains!
Schedule and announcements are posted by the main kitchen / dining entrance.
Programs and a map of the campground will be available upon arrival.
We are not responsible for lost or stolen belongings.
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We will try to find a travel buddy to pick you up. Otherwise, there is a $10 fee for pick up or drop off. Let us know your arrival time and train number in advance.
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Trailers are also welcome, but must be approved in advance, please email info@folkcamp.ca
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You may make roommate requests. These requests should be included in your registration form. We will do our best to accommodate you.
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Bedding is not provided. We recommend that you bring a sleeping bag as it can get very cold at night, and a pillow.
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• Anyone with the intention of dancing should bring comfortable shoes.
• For anyone attending singing/music workshop, we strongly recommend students bring a recording device.• If you have a musical instrument, please bring it!
• Camera (optional)
• Flashlight - it gets quite dark at night.
• Bring your own sleeping bag / warm clothing!
• Bring your own towels and toiletries
• Flip-flops for the showers
• Earplugs (for sensitive ears during classes or concerts, for sharing cabins with roommates who might snore, etc)
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There are no laundry facilities.
We recommend that you bring warm clothing with you. It can get cold at night!
Despite the evening temperatures, the days can be very warm. You will probably want casual summer clothing for daily wear. Bring clothes that you can be comfortable in.
Sunglasses, sunscreen, bathing suit, and sandals.
Rain-gear (rain-jacket, umbrella, rainboots)
Some traditional cultural clothing and costumes to dress up for our evening celebrations and get into the spirit of things; something meaningful to dress up in for our final feast night.
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Food is lovingly prepared by kitchen staff and volunteers, and perhaps you too! Many of our ingredients are sourced from the gardens on the campground, neighbouring farms, and local organic suppliers. We aim to source certified organic and/or natural family-farm raised meat and dairy. All effort will be made to serve chemical and additive-free food, as close to the source as possible. Most of the menu will be plant-based. If you have grown/made food you would like to contribute (from your garden), by all means, feel free to bring it!
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There will be a variety of gluten-free grains, but if you have any serious allergies please make sure you have alerted us to this on your application. There is a communal fridge and pantry, where you can store any food.
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We aim to provide you with enough food so that you don't need to, and we ask that you don't store food in your sleeping area. However, if you have a special diet (gluten free, celiac, etc.) you can discuss storage of your special food with us.
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We strongly advise you not to keep food in your cabins as it attracts animals (raccoons, mice, ants, skunks, etc.) If you bring food, please keep it in the public fridge (labelled) or in your car
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Yes!
It is, of course, up to you how much money you bring, but there will be items to purchase. Participants are also welcome to sell or barter anything they’ve created/brought, such as handicrafts, foodstuffs (preserves, honey, maple syrup, tea), clothing, artwork, etc. Bring something to trade!
The store accepts cash and credit. (Cash is preferable) -
We do have lake access. Children must be accompanied by their parent/guardian.
We are confirming swimming pool access, stay tuned!
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Hard no, as per Plast guidelines.
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There will be no available internet for you to use.
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There is a strict non-smoking policy within the camp grounds. The designated smoking areas are in parking lots only.