Health & Safety

Camper safety and wellbeing are our highest priorities at Camp St. Charles. Our goal is to provide a safe, supportive environment where every child is free to experience new adventures, build lasting friendships, and grow in their faith.

To ensure the highest standards of care, we are proudly accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA). This means we consistently meet or exceed over 250 national standards for health, safety, and risk management. We also maintain a current youth camp license from the State of Maryland.

American Camp Association Accredited Badge

Safety is Our Top Priority

24/7 Health Care

  • Registered nurse on duty 24/7
  • On-site health center for routine care
  • EMS located a few miles away
  • Hospital 30 minutes away

Highest Accreditation

We are proudly accredited by the American Camp Association, which means we meet or exceed over 250 national standards for health, safety, and risk management.

Trusted Staff

  • Rigorous hiring and screening process
  • Comprehensive training
  • CPR and First Aid certified
  • Many staff are former campers

Activity Safety

  • Certified lifeguards and trained activity instructors
  • Clear safety protocols for all land and water activities
  • Age‑appropriate supervision and small group ratios

Emotional Support

We have an on-site staff member dedicated entirely to supporting campers’ social and emotional well‑being and offering guidance whenever it’s needed.

Emergency Perparedness

We maintain detailed emergency procedures that are reviewed annually. Staff are trained to respond, we coordinate closely with local emergency services, and families are notified quickly if a situation occurs.

“The best camp. Camp Director is terrific, the counselors are fun, and there is so much for the kids to do. My son said this is better than Disney!”
- Scarlett, Camper Mom