Covid-19 Response

We look to the CDC, national, state and local government authorities for guidance.

Summer camps across America have been recognized as a valuable resource for kids and families alike instilling positive growth in Americans. This recognition led to a special CDC task force looking into the unique situations presented in our industry. On May 18th, the Texas Governor’s Strike Force published the health protocols required to operate overnight and day camps. We can say with confidence we will be able to abide by the new checklist along with an “excel still more” attitude in the staff that delivers it. As always, your camper’s health and safety will continue to be our top priority.

In order to implement the health protocols issued by the government, we have added a Health & Safety Director at each camp to oversee these new protocols. For a big-picture look at what we are doing to protect our campers and camp families, take a look at this infographic: What T Bar M is Doing

We are working with the CDC and our Medical Director to develop proper screening techniques for campers and staff.

All campers and staff will be asked to participate in a 14-days of good social practicing, plus a 7-day temperature check before coming to camp (HEALTH SCREENING FORM).  Starting these extra measures BEFORE they come to camp help create the healthiest environment possible so our campers can have the best week of their summer.

When campers arrive at camp, one more CDC screening test will be implemented. Once campers are medically cleared to enter camp, they will be divided into large FAMILY GROUPS (the state calls them “cohorts”) and given a colored band that identifies their family group. Family Groups are a handful of cabins/teams grouped together and isolated with one another. Campers will travel in FAMILY GROUPS throughout their time on our property. During large group gatherings, campers will be required to stay within their FAMILY GROUPS where they can interact with one another as usual, but will practice good physical distancing from other family groups. By making these adjustments, campers and their cabin/team Coaches will not need to wear masks.

Although campers and their cabin/team Coach will not be required to wear masks, staff who have interaction between family groups will be required to wear masks if they are unable to physical distance. This gives camp the best chance to keep our property COVID-free.

We are taking extra measures in our food service area to protect our campers.

• Preparation: Specific attention will be given to stringent protocols for practicing food preparation safety.
• Serving: There will be limited cross contamination opportunities with new procedures in place for campers to receive food within their family groups.
• Consumption: Campers will be served and eating their meals with their FAMILY GROUP. Eating times will be staggered and dining halls will be arranged to keep Family Groups socially distanced from each other.

Day Camp Notice: Day Camp campers are required to provide their own lunches during summer camp. While this decision was made pre-COVID-19, it brings us one step closer to eliminating cross-contamination opportunities in our dining spaces. Day Campers will enjoy their meals in our big, indoor facility call The Arena. There is plenty of room for Family Groups to practice good social distancing in The Arena.

We all want what is best for kids to be able to enjoy the safest and most fun time at camp.

This means Opening and Closing Days will look different. One of the keys to prevent an outbreak at camp is limiting outside guests to a minimum. We realize this will be a challenging adjustment for us all. Rest assured we are committed to Opening Days being a welcoming and reassuring experience while Closing Days will be rewarding and memorable for parents and campers alike. Thank you for being willing to partner with us to create the safest environment possible for your kiddos.