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Preparing for camp this summer

Packing list, theme days/nights, friend requests and MORE!
Everything you need to know leading up to your week of camp.


Summer 2023 Theme: Rise Up!

Verse Isaiah 40:31 “But those who wait for the Lord’s help find renewed strength; they RISE UP as if they had eagles’ wings, they run without growing weary, they walk without getting tired.”

Like the nation of Israel in Isaiah’s day we are in desperate need of comfort and hope, but when we look inward instead of upward our anxiety only increases. The promise is for those who wait for the Lord’s help. Amid hardship, when we grow tired and weary, when we stumble and fall; it is we who hope in the Lord who will RISE UP!

Not registered for camp this summer?

Summer camp is still a great way for campers to put down technology and dive into the ultimate fun learning environment. Your camper will thank you all year long for this weeklong experience!

Spots are filling up FAST! Register your camper today!

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Here’s everything you need to know in one place!

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Packing Lists

Account Information

Friend Request

Arrival/Departure

Camp Store

Camper Mail

Alpha/Omega

Camper Photos

Directions

Safety

Packing List & Theme Days/Nights

OVERNIGHT CAMPS:

DAY CAMPS:

 

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Helpful videos: Account info with the Registrars

Get to know your T Bar M account by watching our registrars walk you through each section of the registration process.

Terms & Conditions

Watch how to complete Terms & Conditions on your account

Financial Information

Watch how to make payments and set up payment plans on your account

Friend Request

Watch how to link your camper with their friends

Medical History

Watch how to complete Medical History on your account

Parent Engagement/Emails

Watch how to write emails to your camper while their at camp

Additional Notes

Watch how to write helpful notes to your campers coaches before they get to camp

Team Alpha/Omega

Watch how to choose which team your camper will be on this summer

Waitlist Process

Watch how to see what number your camper is on the waitlist

Transportation / Shuttles

Watch how to make a Day Camp shuttle registration

Friend Requests

With our new Account Portal, friend requests are easier than ever! This is how you can ensure your camper has a friend with them in their cabin/team for Day Camps or Overnight Camps.

A note for those who come to camp without a friend: This is super common!

We are confident your camper will make friends quickly. We’re intentional about setting up cabins and friend requests to not isolate any single camper, and our coaches are trained to help facilitate friendships and prevent “friendship-cliques.” This is camp, the week your camper gets to hit pause on things like hard friendship dynamics. 

If you wish to make a friend request, watch the following video:

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Arrival and Departure

Times for pick up and drop off:

Base Camp

Opening Day – Sunday – Parents will stay in their car for drop-off

Last names A-M: 2-2:30PM
Last names N-Z: 2:30-3PM

Closing Day – Saturday – Parents will be on property

Arrive between 8:00 – 8:25AM, Closing Ceremonies begin at 8:30AM

Camp Travis

Opening Day – Sunday – Parents will stay in their car for drop-off

Last names A-M: 4-4:30PM
Last names N-Z: 4:30-5PM

Closing Day – Saturday – Parents will be on property

Arrive between 10:35 – 10:55AM, Closing Ceremonies begin at 11AM

New Braunfels Day Camp

Parents will stay in their car all week until Closing Ceremony.

Drop Off: 8:30AM Monday-Friday

Pick Up: 4:30PM Monday-Thursday
4:30PM Friday for Closing Ceremonies. No shuttles will run Friday afternoon.

Shuttles are first come first serve. To reserve your spot, login to your camper account.

More Information On Shuttles

Discover Camp

Parents will be on property for Opening Day and pick up everyday

Drop Off: 8:30AM Monday-Friday

Pick Up:
4:00PM Monday-Thursday
3:15PM Friday.
Closing Ceremonies starting at 3:30PM.

Please print this Authorization Pick Up Form before Monday morning.

Midland Day Camp

Parents will be on property for drop off and pick up

Drop Off: 8:30AM Monday-Friday

Pick Up:
4:00PM Monday-Thursday
3:00PM Friday
Closing Ceremonies starting at 3:15PM.

Please print this Authorization Pick Up Form before Monday morning.

Family Camp

Arrival: Sunday 4:30-5PM

Ultimate Swim Camp

Opening Day – Sunday – Parents will stay in their car for drop-off

Arrive between 4:30-5PM

Closing Day – Saturday – Parents will be on property 

Arrive to the T Bar M Welcome Center between 9:00-9:20AM, Closing Ceremonies begin at 9:30AM

    We want to see your creativity! Opening day is full of car paint, costumes, and silly string galore!

 

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Camp Store

The Camp Store Card is an account for campers to use when they visit the store during their camp session. During their one-time visit, they will have plenty of time to hunt for the perfect mementoes to remind them of their time at T Bar M. You can load their card in your camper Account, under Store Card.

Options to order before coming to camp

Surprise your camper with items from the Camp Store! All orders can be done in your camper’s account, under the “Pre-Orders” tab. All orders must be done by 11:59pm Opening Day (Sunday). Items available for Pre-Order:

Care Packages (Overnight & New Braunfels Day Camp Only):

Mission Impossible & Alpha/Omega Themes – These packages are a convenient way for you to accessorize your camper for these two theme nights. Deliveries will be made before each designated theme night.

*Camp Travis does not have a Mission Impossible theme night

Cabin Deliveries (Overnight Camp Only):

T Bar M Gear – Stock up on T Bar M gear and have it delivered to your camper’s cabin. Your gift will be delivered early in the week, with plenty of time for them to enjoy.

For any questions/help with camp store orders or accounts, please contact Janna or Sarah at 830-620-4263

Want to see what’s in the store? Shop now!

 

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Overnight Camper Mail

 

One of the best benefits of camp is disconnecting from social media and cell phones so we can make in person connections! With that said, we know you want to send your love and encouragement to your camper during the week.

Pack Your Own:

Families are welcome to pack letters or small packages inside their camper’s trunk BEFORE coming to camp (please do not pack food). We will also have mail drop of stations while driving thru the Opening Day line. Please remember to label camper name and if their is a specified day to deliver.

Unlimited Emails:

Camper emails are available for FREE through your T Bar M account, under Parent Engagement. Send as many emails as you like! These emails will be delivered to your camper the following day.

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Alpha vs. Omega

Camp is split into two big teams, the Alphas and Omegas. This is one of the biggest traditions where campers compete all week long to see which team will win their week!

Pack your team’s color, Red for Alphas and Blue for Omegas! Every cabin/group includes both Alphas and Omegas and your team does not affect friend requests.

How to see if you are team Alpha or Omega:

Step 1: Login to your account dashboard.

Step 2: Click Attendee Selection.

Step 3: Click Edit.

Watch how to choose which team your camper will be on this summer.

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Camper Photos

 

There’s an app for that!

Don’t forget to download the T Bar M app to access photos, session information, pre registration, and more!

Overnight Camps:

Waldo Photos is an additional service that keeps you from scrolling through hundreds of photos each day to find your camper. Through facial recognition, your camper’s photos are delivered straight to your phone. Cost is $14.99 and Waldo donates 50% back to our Gift A Camper fund! If you choose not to use Waldo, you can still access all photos free through the T Bar M app.

To enroll: Text TBARM23 to 735-343

Day Camp, Discover Camp, and Family Camp:

You can access all photos from your campers session through the T Bar M app, by clicking Quick Links.

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Heading to camp

New Braunfels Address (Base Camp, Day Camp and Family Camp):
2549 Hwy 46 W, New Braunfels, TX 78132

Lake Travis Address (Camp Travis):
2800 Co Rd 414, Spicewood, TX 78669

Discover Locations:

Gruene UMC – 2629 E Common St, New Braunfels, TX 78130
Austin Oaks – 4220 Monterey Oaks Blvd, Austin, TX 78749
The Church at Woodforest – 700 Fish Creek Thoroughfare, Montgomery, TX 77316
Grace Bible – 390 Fm 1346, La Vernia, TX 78121
Christ Community Church – 1303 Sherwood Forest St, Houston, TX 77043
St. Peter’s UMC – 20775 Kingsland Blvd, Katy, TX 77450
The Woodlands UMC – 2200 Lake Woodlands Dr, The Woodlands, TX 77380
Wayside Chapel –1705 NW Loop 410, San Antonio, TX 78213
Ovilla Road Baptist Church – 3251 Ovilla Rd, Ovilla, TX 75154

Midland Day Camp:

Midland Classical Academy – 5711 Whitman Dr, Midland, TX 79705

New Braunfels Day Camp Shuttles:

Weeks 2-8 & 10:

Alamo Heights United Methodist Church – Morning pick up at 8AM and afternoon drop off at 5:15PM (daily traffic may vary)

Week 9:

Boerne – (Boerne City Park (Meet Near Swimming Pool) 106 City Park Rd. Boerne, Tx. – Morning pick up at 8:05AM and afternoon drop off at 5:35PM (traffic may vary).

Spring Branch – 78006 Hill Country Christian Church 20845 Tx – 46 Spring Branch Tx. 78070) – Morning pick up at 8:35AM and afternoon drop off at 5:05PM (traffic may vary).

4:30PM Friday for Closing Ceremonies. No shuttles will run Friday afternoon.

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Safety at camp

Ensuring the health and safety of your camper remains, as always, a top priority.
  • Physical Safety: while participating in activities at camp. Visit this link to our safety page which includes practices regarding physical, spiritual, and emotional safety.
  • Health Safety:
  1. Sign into your account to make sure you’ve electronically signed our health information form.
  2. If your camper has medications please read our Medication Policy and drop off all meds on Opening Day.

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Cancellation and Refund Policy

Full tuition is expected on or before due date to guarantee your spot for camp. Payments can be made by check via mail or by logging into your account. Please view our Cancellation and Refund Policy for each camp’s payment deadlines.