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A Virtual Question & Answer Session With
Jaime Pickles, Evergreen Head Counselor
Dane Pickles, Kenwood Head Counselor
Our Camps are located in the state of New Hampshire, on the North Eastern coast of the
United States. The closest cities to us are Concord, New Hampshire and Boston,
Massachusetts. Click here to view our location on Google maps (enter the following address: 114 Eagle Pond Road, Wilmot, NH 03287).
What does Camps Kenwood & Evergreen look like?
If you are curious to see what our bunks, lodges, ballfields, and other buildings look
like we welcome you to take our Virtual Walking Tour. While nothing takes the
place of being at Camp, we believe it will give you a pretty accurate idea of what our
campus looks like.
What is the weather like at Camp?
You should expect all kinds of weather, with the exception of snow. A few times each
summer it will rain (sometimes it’s light and sometimes it pours!) so bring something
to keep you dry. On most days it will be sunny and warm with temperatures in between
70 & 80 degrees Fahrenheit (21-27 Celsius). Mornings can to be as cold as 60-65
degrees (15-18 Celsius) and evenings can be downright cold (once in a while down to 50
Fahrenheit, or 10 Celsius!), so make sure to bring clothes like a sweater or two, a
light-weight jacket and a raincoat or mackintosh. At the same time, most of the summer
is very warm or even hot, so most of the time you’ll be wearing shorts, t-shirts and
other lightweight clothes.
Do I need to bring blankets and sheets?
Domestic staff are expected to provide their own linens. Staff traveling from outside
the United States are provided with sheets, blankets, a pillow, and towels. If you
are not warm enough please ask your Head Counselor the following morning for a
supplemental blanket. We want you to sleep comfortably.
Where will I be living at Camp?
Typically, General Counselors live in the cabins or lodges with campers. Specialty
Counselors, Activity heads, and Kitchen, Laundry and Maintenance Staff generally live
in separate staff housing located throughout the Camp.
What do I pack for Camp?
See our link for our Recommended Staff Packing List. If you are a specialist please
remember that you are expected to bring any equipment that you will need to perform
your duties (example: Tennis Staff should bring any racquets that they will need).
What is the best way to travel to Camp?
Domestic staff are welcome to drive to Camp. We have a link on our site to get basic directions. If you need additional directions enter the following address into Mapquest.com - 114 Eagle Pond Road, Wilmot, NH 03287 or please email us.
Many staff (both domestic and international) fly to Camp. If you choose to fly please
follow the instructions we give carefully. The nearest airport to Camp is Boston Logan
(Boston, Massachusetts). Some staff will fly into New York City instead of Boston.
Below are the basic directions to travel to Camp from either airport. PLEASE be
advised that we are not able to pick up incoming staff at the airport.
From New York City
Go to the Port Authority Bus Station, located between Eighth and Ninth Avenues and 40th
to 42nd Streets. Take the earliest Greyhound Bus that goes to Boston’s South Station.
Once at South Station, buy a ticket on the Dartmouth Coach Line, traveling to
New London, New Hampshire. Before you leave, Dane’s cell phone to let us know when
you will be arriving in New London, NH at 1-617-413-3076. If you do not call no one
will be there to pick you up.
From Boston’s Logan Airport
If you are traveling from Boston’s Logan Airport, when you leave the only exit of the
airport terminal you will see an island in the middle of the street where people wait
for buses. Walk across to the waiting spot for the Dartmouth Coach Bus Line.
Purchase a ticket to travel on the Dartmouth Line from Logan Airport to New London, NH.
Before you leave, Dane’s cell phone to let us know when you will be arriving in
New London, NH at 1-617-413-3076. If you do not call no one will be there to pick you up.
How do I notify you of my travel plans?
It is crucial that you inform us of any proposed or finalized travel arrangements
via email before you leave to travel to Camp. Not every email reaches its intended
recipient, so please make sure we respond to your email.
What about transportation at the end of the summer?
We will help you get to the bus station or the airport to catch a flight after camp.
We recommend making any travel plans for Sunday, August 17th. We have a celebration
to thank all of our staff at Camp the night after the children leave, and we
recommend not missing it!
Is there Internet access at Camp, and do I have to pay to gain access?
We have Internet access in our Staff Lounge and it free for all staff to use. This is made
available to staff during time off each day. Please understand that we have 150 adults
who all want to check their email. For this reason we ask everyone to limit their time
online to 20 minutes per session. We also have a wireless network in the Dining Hall. You are welcome to bring a laptop to access the network, but please remember that we will not be responsible for damage or theft to your personal belongings.
Are there phones available for staff use?
Yes. There are four cordless payphones available for staff use in the Staff Lounge. These
phones can both make and receive phone calls.
Can I receive calls at Camp?
Staff are welcome to receive phone calls on the four payphones located in the Staff
Lounge. There is a message board in the Lounge for missed calls. Staff may not receive
phone calls in the Main Office. However, in an emergency situation a message will be
taken by one of the Camp Secretaries.
Can I purchase and use phone cards at Camp?
Yes. The Main Office sells phone cards. We recommend purchasing them during your
period off, as the Office closes in the evenings. Cards typically cost between $5 - $20.00.
What do I do with my valuables while at camp?
Valuables, including passports, cell phones, jewelry and large amounts of cash,
are best not kept in cabins. Almost every year somebody disregards this advice
and loses money. We provide lock boxes for each staff member in the Dining Hall
and in the Evergreen Office. We cannot be responsible for valuables left in the cabins.
What do I do if I have any questions?
Contact the Camp Office at 781-793-0091 each weekday between 9-5pm EST and ask
for Dane or Jason or e-mail us.
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