Frequently Asked Questions:

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1. Do they have a lifeguard to go swimming?
During programs that are run by our association we require one lifeguard (over the age of 19) for every 40 swimmers.

2. Who teaches canoeing?
During programs run by our association we require an adult supervisor and the instructor must be adequately trained. Our summer camp staff are trained at the begining of each year.

3. Does someone sleep in the cabins with the campers?
Every cabin has 1 counsellor that works with the campers during the day, and stays in the cabin with them at night.

4. Can they bring some of our own food?
No. All meals are provided by our cooking staff. Food left in cabins attracts wildlife. Food will be taken away upon arrival.

5. What happens if something goes wrong in the middle of the night?
The counsellor that is staying in the cabin is the first to deal with problems. If additional help is needed, the instructors are sleeping only a couple hundred feet away from all of the cabins.

6. How far is it to medical facilities?
The Squamish General Hospital is located just 20 kilometers away. If there is a big emergency the Ambulance can come directly into camp.

7. Are there any wild animal problems?
No. But because we live in the forest there is always an opportunity that an animal may be seen. Camp staff are trained in dealing with all the wildlife and we take many preventative measures to assure your safety.

8. What happens in an Emergency?
The ELFEC staff has special training and procedures to follow during an emergency. Our staff will help make sure everyone is safe.