At the half-way mark of the summer camp season, parents travel from far and wide to visit their children for one day. This day is known as "visiting day " at sleepaway camp and it is is an exciting day for both parents and children.The campers anxiously prepare by meticulously cleaning their bunks, brushing their hair (possibly the first time all summer) and picking out their visiting day outfits. The morning is filled with anticipation and soon after breakfast the campers move towards the main gates of camp, hoping to see a glimpse of their parents holding bags and bags and bags of goodies brought from their favorite places at home.

Parents should consider many things when preparing and packing for visiting day. Don't embarrass, nag or disappoint your child this summer.

The following information is a guide of what to do and what not to do:

1. Remember your child's age when making your decision whether or not to run as fast as you can (holding shopping bags, lawn chairs and blankets) when the gates open so you can be the first parent to see your kid. Your 9-year-old will love it; your 14-year-old 

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Going away to sleepaway camp for the first time is both scary and exciting. The anticipation of camp may stir up nervous feelings for both kids and parents. Dana Kite, Director of Lake of the Woods and Greenwoods Camps shares some advice for parents on how to talk to their kids during the months and weeks leading up to camp.

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Many parents have a difficult time deciding when and if their child is ready for sleepaway camp. Is there a right age? A certain milestone? Will your child be happy and well-adjusted or spend the summer homesick? 

"Kids are ready at all different ages and at all different points of the year. And, indicators are different for all kids. There are many ways to gauge if your child is ready for camp. The most important thing is that they WANT to go." says Alissa Girling, Associate Director of Camp Winadu.  Alissa explains that "The process may begin as early as the summer before they are attending camp. Throughout the year and as camp approaches, parents and Camp Directors work together as a team to help them feel more READY. It’s a great idea to schedule sleepovers and schedule get-togethers with some other friends who are going to camp. They need to feel a sense of comfort and trust so it’s a great idea to make sure they get to know their camp directors. Anyone can be “ready” for camp – it takes the help from the camp you are attending, and as a parent creating a partnership with the camp. Most of the time it’s the parents who aren’t ready."

Read 10 questions to help parents get a better idea of how a child will adjust to sleepaway camp on Verywell.