Dear Volunteers,
As Summer 2024 approaches, the John J. Nerden RTC Camp staff is happy to welcome back our
many old friends, and reach out to the new ones by sending out our volunteer application. As a
refresher for returning volunteers, and to first time volunteers, we send along the following
information to help you prepare for a great camp season: June 24 - August 9, 2024
1. ELIGIBILITY: Middle and High School students who are in good standing in their
school and community. Two references are required: one must be a current teacher.
2. VOLUNTEER APPLICATION: Please complete and return the attached application.
Applications must be mailed to P.O. Box 2617, Meriden, CT 06450. Applications must be
received by May 31st or may be brought to orientation on June 1st.
Incomplete applications will not be processed.
3. VOLUNTEER ORIENTATION/OPEN HOUSE: We will be having a volunteer orientation
on Saturday, June 1st from 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM. Volunteers will be given a tour of camp, a
volunteer handbook, learn more about camp, and meet the staff and other volunteers. We ask that
you try your best to attend.
4. MEDICAL FORMS: The Medical Forms MUST accompany the application in order for
you to volunteer at camp and must be signed by a parent and physician. Please be sure to sign
ALL MEDICAL FORMS. Medical Forms I and III are mandatory for all volunteers to
have completed and signed by a medical doctor. Please note that it is only mandatory to fill
out Medical Form II if you will be taking medication during camp hours.
5. LUNCH: Volunteers need to bring a bag lunch with a drink every day.
6. CAMP HOURS: Camp runs from 9:00 AM until 3:00 PM. Campers and volunteers may
begin arriving by bus or other transportation at 8:55 AM, as we do not allow drop off earlier than
8:55 AM. Buses leave camp at 3:00 PM. Volunteers are allowed to ride the bus if they choose to.
However if volunteers are using alternate transportation they need to be picked up at 3:00 PM.
Volunteers will assist with all of our daily camp activities. Please note, we do our best to place
volunteers in a group of their choosing, however it may not always be possible.
7. PERSONAL BELONGINGS: Camp Nerden is not responsible for any lost or stolen items.
We discourage bringing any valuables. Cell phones will not be permitted.
Sneakers are required. No flip flops or sandals please.
If you have any questions, please feel free to call Director Sue Chenard at (203) 631-8948 or
Assistant Director Rebecca Hanlon at (203) 631-2672. We hope you will join us for a
memorable summer!
Sincerely,
Sue Chenard campnerdendirector@gmail.com
Rebecca Hanlon campnerdenad@gmail.com
All forms must be completely filled out and signed before you can volunteer
at camp.
