Family Info Hub
Welcome, Families
A great camp experience begins long before the first day, and families play an important role in helping campers arrive ready to thrive. We see you as partners in preparing your camper for the friendships, challenges, adventures and growing independence that come with camp. This hub brings together the information and guidance you need to feel prepared and help set your camper up for a joyful, successful Summer at Porter’s.
Getting Ready for Camp
Preparing for camp is part of the fun! From completing forms and registration steps, to packing bags and planning for arrival, this checklist will help you keep track of what needs to happen so your camper can start the summer feeling ready and excited.
Register for Camp
Choose your program and session and secure your camper’s spot for the summer via our camp portal.
Attend an Open House
Meet our team, explore campus, ask questions and help your camper get a feel for the spaces where they’ll spend their summer.
Schedule a Campus Tour
Can’t make it to an Open House? Schedule a tour with the Director of Summer Programs or a counselor to explore our campus and learn more.
Explore our Voices of Summer Page
Give your camper a chance to see and learn more about the activities, traditions and people that make Summer at Porter’s unforgettable.
Follow Us on Instagram
Get a glimpse of camp life, see what’s happening in Farmington and start getting excited for summer.
Complete the Family Partners Survey
From allergies and accommodations, to interests and strategies that help your camper thrive, share information that will help us support them at camp.
Complete All Required Forms by June 1
Make sure health, emergency, permission and other required camper information is up to date in the camp portal.
Review the Packing List Together
Make sure your camper has everything they’ll need for their program and session.
Label Everything
Put your camper’s name on water bottles, sweatshirts, towels, backpacks and anything else that might wander away from its owner.
Pack Your Spirit Wear
Rep your team and come ready to show your camp spirit during our big camp traditions: Garden Games and Camp Olympics!
Practice Independence
Depending on their age, campers can practice keeping track of belongings, applying sunscreen, filling a water bottle, making their bed or asking for help.
Talk About What to Expect
Camp can bring both excitement and nerves. Talk about what to expect, and remind your camper that our team is here to support them.
Count Down to Camp!
Add camp to the family calendar and start getting excited for an unforgettable summer in Farmington.
Getting to Know Your Camper
About a month before the start of camp, we distribute a Family Partnership Survey to all enrolled families, inviting you to share information about what helps your camper thrive.
If you have any questions about how our program fits with your camper’s individual needs, please don’t hesitate to email us at summer@missporters.org.
Camper Care, Health, & Safety
Camper well-being is at the center of everything we do. Our Director of First Aid works closely with the Summer at Porter’s team leading up to the season and throughout all eight weeks of camp to help ensure campers are supported with consistent care.
How We Support Campers
Every camper arrives with their own personality, experiences, strengths, and needs. Our staff take time to build genuine relationships, meet campers where they are and support them through challenges with care and encouragement so they can feel known, included and confident in their place at camp.
When Camp Feels Hard
Homesickness, friendship challenges, big emotions and moments of uncertainty are all normal parts of camp. Our staff are trained to recognize and navigate these moments with care and empathy, helping campers feel supported while building the confidence and resilience to move through them.
How Families Can Support the Camp Experience
Families play an important role in helping campers feel confident, capable, and ready for camp. In the weeks leading up to summer, talk together about what to expect, practice everyday independence, review community expectations and make space for questions or mixed emotions. Encourage your camper to ask for help, try new things and work through challenges, while sharing any information with our team that can help us support them well. A little preparation at home can go a long way toward helping campers arrive ready to grow, connect and belong.
Let’s Eat!
Food service at Summer at Porter’s is provided by Flik Independent School Dining, with meals centered on freshness, quality and community wellbeing. A wide variety of options at each meal helps ensure every camper can find something nourishing and enjoyable, giving them the energy they need for full days of learning, playing, exploring and making memories.
- Daisy Days enrollment includes lunch and two snacks each day.
- Camp Ivy boarding enrollment includes daily breakfast, lunch, dinner and snacks.
- Camp Ivy day enrollment includes daily breakfast, lunch and snacks. Dinner is also included for campers staying for the 8:30 p.m. pickup option.
- Leaders in Training enrollment includes daily lunch and snacks.
Sample Weekly Lunch Menu
MONDAY
Mac & Cheese
Broccoli
Bread Sticks
TUESDAY
Beef Quesadilla
Cheese Quesadilla
Rice Corn
on the Cob
WEDNESDAY
Grilled Cheese
Grilled Cheese & Ham
Steamed Cauliflower
Roasted Potatoes
THURSDAY
Italian Grilled Chicken
Italian Grilled Tofu
Garlic Bread
Steamed Broccoli
FRIDAY
Crispy Chicken Sandwich
Crispy Tofu Rice
Roasted Garlic Tomatoes
Daily Offerings: Salad bar, Fruit, Yogurt, Bagel Station, Pre Made Sandwiches, Gluten Aware Options, & Dessert
Community Expectations and Camp Readiness
Helping campers feel ready for camp starts with clear expectations, open communication and shared understanding. The resources below cover important information about camper behavior and eligibility, communication with families, pool and swim procedures and answers to common questions. Use the buttons below to explore each topic and learn more about how we work together to create a safe, supportive and successful camp experience.
Ready to grow with us?