UUnity in Learning camps prioritize the safety and well-being of all campers and staff. UIL will be following State of Michigan and American Camp Association protocols for camp operation during COVID-19. Each group will have access to their own bathroom and indoor shelter. We will make use of non-pharmaceutical interventions (NPIs) such as face masks, frequent hand washing, and appropriate physical distancing as they have proven effective at limiting the spread of the disease. All campers and staff may be asked to go through a health screening (including infrared temperature check) prior to entering camp every day. If they exhibit symptoms they will not be admitted to camp until they have had a negative COVID-19 test or have been fever and fever mediation free for seventy-two (72) hours, or other symptoms have improved and at least ten (10) days have passed since symptoms first appeared. If a staff member or camper begins exhibiting signs while at camp, they will be separated from other campers and monitored from a safe physical distance until they are picked up. All UIL Camp Staff are required to be vaccinated.
As of April 25 2022, campers will only be required to wear masks while indoors during Unity In Learning summer camp programs. Inside times at camp may look like going inside to use the restroom with a buddy/staff, managing belongings inside buildings, and/or in the case of inclement weather. We will enforce wearing masks inside at all times.
While outside, campers are welcome to wear masks if they choose but they will no longer be required. We will ask, and can help campers clip their masks to their nametag lanyards so they are always within reach and at their disposal. In addition, staff educators will have extra adult and child-sized masks in their backpacks at all times. As an organization, we have always prioritized outdoor explorations as a pillar of camp. We will be outside whenever possible so campers will spend ample time in large open spaces and with fresh air throughout their camp sessions.