– Camp Quality Heartland was established in 1995.  There are fifteen Camp Quality’s in the United States that are governed by a National Board of Directors.  Each individual camp is organized by a Director appointed by the National Board and a committee of volunteers.

– Each camper is paired 1 to 1 with an adult companion.  All companions are at least 18 years of age & must meet the following criteria to be considered as a volunteer: interview with the Companion Coordinator, three reference checks, background check, and mandatory training.

– Campers & Companions are paired on the basis of mutual interests, personalities, age, and gender.  Male campers under the age of 7 may be paired with a female companion.

–Camp begins on a Sunday.  Campers will check in at a location in Omaha and be transported to the campground via charter bus.  Parents may transport their child to camp if they so wish.

–  Camp Quality Heartland rents the Guthrie Grove Reunion Grounds in Guthrie Center, IA.  Guthrie Center is approximately 90 minutes east of Omaha on I-80. No religious denomination is promoted by Camp Quality. The campground managers provide kitchen staff, lifeguards, and the upkeep of the grounds.  No visitors are allowed on site unless approved by the Director.

– In case of a medical emergency, the camp nurse will make every effort to contact the parent/guardian. Camp Quality Heartland maintains 4-5 oncology registered nurses and pediatric physician on the campground 24 hours a day.  A nurse is also present on any short trips taken off site during camp. 

– Each camper will receive 3 free trips to the Snack Shack daily. 

– Campers are housed in air-conditioned cabins or the hotel-style lodge depending on age, gender, blood counts, and/or any disabilities.

– What campers SHOULD bring to camp: twin sheets or sleeping bag, pillow, toothbrush, toothpaste, bath soap, shampoo, deodorant, insect spray, sunscreen, hat, clothing appropriate for all types of weather, swim suit, beach towel, bath towels, washcloths, jacket, games or book for horizontal time, & sunglasses.

– What campers SHOULD NOT bring to camp:  cell phones, CD players, electronic games/devices, iPods, radios, money, tobacco, drugs, alcohol, inappropriate reading material, weapons, glass bottles.

**If cell phones or other electronic devices are used during camp, they will be removed from the camper’s possession and returned to the camper’s parent/guardian at the end of camp.**

A Typical Day at Camp!
7:30 am      Rise and Shine
8:00-9:00     Breakfast
9:00-12:00   Morning activities-swimming, canoeing, archery, fishing, games, crafts, etc.
12:00-1:00    Lunch
1:00-2:30    “Horizontal Time”- may read, play quiet games, rest with FEET UP.
2:30-5:00    Afternoon activities (same as AM) and special guest presentations
5:00-6:00    Dinner
6:00-10:00   Evening activities – dance, campfire, etc.
10:30-11:00  Get ready for bed
11:00 pm    Lights out

– Parents are expected to pick up their child at the end of camp during the times designated. 

– We believe that cancer affects the whole family and, therefore, welcome siblings on a space available basis.   Other activities throughout the year will include parents & guardians as well.

Additional questions?  Please don’t hesitate to call or email:
Missy Schreiber, Camp Director (712) 323-5107 or missy.schreiber@campqualityusa.org
Michele Martindale, Camper Registrar (402) 884-7055 or HLRegistrars@campqualityusa.org