Applications can be downloaded at the camp’s website.
www.campbarnes.net . Dates for the camp and camp orientation will be listed on the website.
Camp Barnes is a recreational overnight summer camp run by the Delaware State Police and there is no fee to attend. All Children that are residents of the State of Delaware and are between the ages of 10-13 are eligible. Below are some of the many activities campers participate in throughout the week:
Swimming in an Olympic size pool
Kayaking in Millers Creek
Archery
Basketball
Soccer
Lacrosse
Arts and Crafts
Nature Walk
Fishing/Crabbing
Talent Show
Camp Barnes has a staff of 14 counselors (7 male and 7 female). All Counselors are required to submit to a criminal background and are interviewed prior to being hired. The staff also includes 1 on site nurse, 1 head cook, and 1 assistant cook. A State Trooper will be on duty at all times when the camp is in session. Camp Barnes is NOTa boot camp or intended for youth with behavior or disciplinary problems.
Campers are required to get a physical exam or an updated physical exam prior to being accepted to Camp Barnes. It is encouraged that all parents get an updated physical for their children as soon as possible in preparation for the camping season. The camp will fill up very fast, and Campers will not be assigned a week until an up to date physical is submitted.
The Delaware State Police is also seeking individuals to fill the position of camp counselor:
Starting salary is $300.00 per week
Camp Weeks: June 25th – August 3rd
Food and lodging provided
Weekends off
Must be a graduating senior in high school or college student
Applications may also be found on the camp’s website at www.campbarnes.net
History-In 1947, the Delaware Association of Chiefs’ of Police, an organization which was composed of active law enforcement and correctional officers, accepted the challenge to undertake a project to combat juvenile delinquency in the First State. A committee was appointed to investigate the problems confronting youth. The committee’s resulting recommendations led to the establishment of Camp Barnes for the recreation of deserving youth from throughout the state.
Camp Barnes, located on Miller’s Creek, a tributary of Little Assawoman Bay, has since served the needs of thousands of children from throughout Delaware. Camp Barnes was originally designed to provide the children who were unable to attend summer camp an opportunity to experience life at a summer youth camp. Camp Barnes has remained basically unchanged, providing Delaware children with these outdoor experiences for over 60 years.
Any questions, please contact Master Corporal Shawn Hatfield at 302-752-3834 orjames.hatfield@state.de.us.
Camp Barnes is a recreational overnight summer camp run by the Delaware State Police and there is no fee to attend. All Children that are residents of the State of Delaware and are between the ages of 10-13 are eligible. Below are some of the many activities campers participate in throughout the week:
Swimming in an Olympic size pool
Kayaking in Millers Creek
Archery
Basketball
Soccer
Lacrosse
Arts and Crafts
Nature Walk
Fishing/Crabbing
Talent Show
Camp Barnes has a staff of 14 counselors (7 male and 7 female). All Counselors are required to submit to a criminal background and are interviewed prior to being hired. The staff also includes 1 on site nurse, 1 head cook, and 1 assistant cook. A State Trooper will be on duty at all times when the camp is in session. Camp Barnes is NOTa boot camp or intended for youth with behavior or disciplinary problems.
Campers are required to get a physical exam or an updated physical exam prior to being accepted to Camp Barnes. It is encouraged that all parents get an updated physical for their children as soon as possible in preparation for the camping season. The camp will fill up very fast, and Campers will not be assigned a week until an up to date physical is submitted.
The Delaware State Police is also seeking individuals to fill the position of camp counselor:
Starting salary is $300.00 per week
Camp Weeks: June 25th – August 3rd
Food and lodging provided
Weekends off
Must be a graduating senior in high school or college student
Applications may also be found on the camp’s website at www.campbarnes.net
History-In 1947, the Delaware Association of Chiefs’ of Police, an organization which was composed of active law enforcement and correctional officers, accepted the challenge to undertake a project to combat juvenile delinquency in the First State. A committee was appointed to investigate the problems confronting youth. The committee’s resulting recommendations led to the establishment of Camp Barnes for the recreation of deserving youth from throughout the state.
Camp Barnes, located on Miller’s Creek, a tributary of Little Assawoman Bay, has since served the needs of thousands of children from throughout Delaware. Camp Barnes was originally designed to provide the children who were unable to attend summer camp an opportunity to experience life at a summer youth camp. Camp Barnes has remained basically unchanged, providing Delaware children with these outdoor experiences for over 60 years.
Any questions, please contact Master Corporal Shawn Hatfield at 302-752-3834 orjames.hatfield@state.de.us.
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Every summer the stock car dirt track in Delmar De.holds a special Camp Barnes benefit race sponcered by the Del.State Police, it is one of the most popular races of the season.It brings in race teams from as far away as up state NY and Canada. All proceeds go to Camp Barnes.If you go get there early as there is usually a mile long line of traffic at the gate but it moves quickly.If you want to support Camp Barnes and have a fun exciting night out go to that race,and yes you can bring your cooler. If you plan on drinking more than a few beers bring a designated driver. Have Fun.
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