Summer Fiber Arts Adventure Camp Handbook

🌈✨ Dye Hard Yarns offers a summer of fun in our Oak Park summer camp! ✨🌈 

Calling all young creators! This summer, your child can explore the colorful world of fiber arts at our exciting Fiber Arts Adventure Camp!  

Each week features different morning and afternoon fiber-art projects, so campers can try something new every session. With eight weeks of creative fun to choose from, you can sign up for:  
Morning Camps  
Afternoon Camps  
Full-day adventures  

Mix and match weeks—register for one, a few, or all eight!  

⏰Registration now!

Spots fill fast—secure your child’s seat today! 🎨✂️🧶  

- 📅Summer Camp begins June 9th and continues through August 8, 2025! -

 

Hours: 

  • Rise and Shine Club (M - F 10am-Noon)
  • Afternoon Adventure Zone (M - F 1pm-3pm)
  • Crafternoon Delight: Extended Care Add-On (M - F 12pm-1pm) Please pack a nut-free lunch for your child each day. 

Limited available spots: 10 campers per Camp
Ages: 7 - 17yrs old

Secure Your Spot Today!  


Choose from morning, afternoon, or full-day week-long camps:  
  • Half-day (AM/PM): $220  
  • Full-day: $455  
Note: Some weeks run 4 days (due to holidays/family obligations) at adjusted rates:  
  • Half-day (AM/PM): $190  
  • Full-day: $380
Full-day campers: Pack a nut-free lunch!

Registration Policy: 
  • Payment is required to enroll. 
  • Fees are non-refundable and cannot be rescheduled. 
  • No make-up days for missed sessions.  
Don’t miss out--sign up now!  

>> Parents: Complete our Camp Registration & Release Form


- Summer Fiber Arts Adventure Camp Rules and Regulations Handbook-

Registration & Payment Policy:
Full payment is required to secure your spot. Camp availability is limited and seats are reserved on a first-come, first-served basis. A Pay-in-4 installment plan is available during registration on our website. (Contact us at Team@Dyehardyarns.com if you have any questions.)

Refund Policy:
All summer camp registrations are non-refundable. (However, you may choose to gift your registration to another family or exchange your registration for Studio credit of future classes at our discretion.)

Cancellations by Studio:
In the unlikely event that a camp week is cancelled by Dye Hard Yarns, a refund will be issued only for the cancelled session.  

Missed Camp Session Policy:  
Please contact us at Team@Dyehardyarns.com at least 24hrs in advance if your Camper will be absent on any particular day of Camp. If your Camper is ill, please keep them home and contact us as soon as possible so we are aware of the circumstances. Your Camper MUST be fever and symptom free for 24hrs, without medication, before returning to Camp. Note: No make-up days or refunds will be provided for individual absences.  

Allergy Safety Policy:
For the safety of all campers, we reserve the right to decline any food or drink items that does not meet our allergy guidelines for the day’s session. Thank you for helping us create a safe and inclusive environment!  

We appreciate your understanding and look forward to a creative summer!

Summer Camp Essentials: 
Your Camper’s art supplies? On us! Just bring: 
 
✓ A water bottle (hydration = happy crafters!)  
✓ Sunscreen (apply before camp, we’ll help with reapplication)  
Bonus: An allergy-friendly alternative if Fruit Snacks aren’t their jam  

Full-day Campers: Don’t forget lunch (nut free)—fuel those creative engines!   

Note: We’re a medication-free zone (please dose before drop-off). 
  

Parent/Guardian Authorization:   
To ensure a safe, creative experience, your registration includes permissions for:  
✓ Celebrating Camper creativity with photos/video (used only for Studio promotions)  
✓ Neighborhood walks for inspiration/fresh air under staff supervision  
✓ Emergency care if needed – we'll always contact you first when possible! 

All Campers must have a signed copy of our Summer Fiber Arts Adventure Camp Registration and Release of Liability form on file prior to the first day of camp.

Pick-Up Policy:
All Parents, Guardians, & Emergency Contacts must show ID before picking up Campers from our Studio. We will not release Campers to anyone not listed on the provided emergency contact list. You are expected to pick up your Camper at the conclusion of each Camp session. We are parents as well, if you find yourself running late for pick-up, please reach out to us immediately. Frequent late pickups will incur a Fee of $10 every ten minutes.

Health & Safety Commitment: 
We're proud to offer creative camps where safety sparks joy! Our safety measures include:  
Up To Date Vaccination Required – All staff/instructors are fully vaccinated including yearly boosters; campers must provide proof of up to date vaccination  
Health Screening – Campers must be fever & symptom-free for 24 hours before camp & have had no significant exposure to contagions 
Cleaner Air – Three air purifiers run all day in our studio and fresh air will be utilized whenever possible  
Enhanced Cleaning – Daily disinfection of workspaces + provided hand sanitizer  
Mask Policy – Masking is both Recommended & Encouraged. All instructors will be masked during camps. We provide an assortment of colorful/printed masks complimentary for our Campers

If a camper develops symptoms: We'll contact their parent/guardian immediately for pickup.  

Together, we'll craft safely!  

Inclusion Policy:
We want every child to thrive at camp! Since our small team specializes in fiber arts (not special education), we invite you to chat with us before registering if your camper has unique needs. Together we can determine if our creative environment will be a great match for your young artist!

LGBTQIA+ Inclusion Policy:
All campers belong here! At our Summer Fiber Arts Adventure Camp, we:   
✓ Respect Identity: Staff will use chosen names/pronouns (provided during registration)  
✓ Provide a gender-neutral restroom
✓ Ban discrimination of any kind: Bullying/discrimination results in immediate dismissal 
✓ Respect privacy: No camper will be outed - sharing is always voluntary  
✓ Train staff in LGBTQIA+ allyship 
  
Need accommodations? Email us at Team@DyeHardYarns.com – we’ll make it work!  

"Creativity has no labels!"  
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Camp Code of Conduct:
At our Summer Fiber Arts Adventure Camp, we strive to create a safe, fun, and inclusive environment for all campers. To ensure everyone has a positive experience, we expect all participants to:
 

- Be Kind & Respectful: Treat fellow campers, staff, and property with care—no bullying, teasing, or disruptive behavior.  
Follow Directions: Listen to teachers and adhere to safety rules during all activities.  
Include Others: Welcome everyone to join games and conversations—no exclusion or cliques.  
Respect Boundaries: Keep hands to yourself and use appropriate language.  
Stay Safe: Remain in designated areas and report any concerns to staff immediately.  

Consequences: Breaking these rules may result in a warning, parent notification, or dismissal from camp without refund.  

By participating, campers agree to uphold these values! 🌟  

Please be sure to read and follow all policies in our Camp Handbook to ensure a safe, fun experience for everyone!