Check-In + Check-Out Procedures
Opening Day / Check-In
Every session begins on a Sunday at the entrance to camp. The designated time for check-in is between 2:30 PM and 3:45 PM. Programming begins promptly at 4:00 PM. The gates will not be opened prior to 2:30 PM, and early/late check-in is not allowed. Please note that there will likely be a long car line when you arrive.
At the Front of the Line
Your camper will be marked off on the roster and you will have the opportunity to review your cabin assignment (also sent in your initial check-in email).
There will be a designated spot to drop off any mail or care packages that you would like delivered to your camper; please have mail already properly labeled.
You will receive a card that indicates your cabin “zone” color, and an additional card if your camper takes medications.
You will be asked if you would prefer Express Drop-Off or Slow Check-In:
Express Drop-Off
Proceed through the gates and follow signs and staff to your cabin area.
Park at the cabin area and get out of your car but do not leave the vicinity of your car.
Campers will receive their health check at the car and if everything is clear staff will accompany them to the cabin.
Parents will then move on to either the parking area for medication drop-off, or be guided to the exit.
Slow Check-in
Staff will guide you to where you can park to walk your camper to their cabin. You will take your campers’ luggage with you and then you may help your camper move in (staff will also be available to assist with luggage transfer).
Campers will receive their health check at their cabin.
Additional Information
If your camper has medication, you will be guided to a parking area where you will then walk to the Health Hut to drop off medication with the nurses. Medication preparation instructions are available in our Summer Camp Policies & Procedures.
There is a restroom for parents at the Adventure Center at the END of check-in, just before you depart camp.
Whether you choose Express Drop-off or Slow Check-in, when you leave following check-in, PLEASE keep your colored card for check-out on Saturday.
Closing Day / Check-Out
Every session ends with check-out on Saturday at 9:00 AM until 9:45 AM; early or late check out on Saturdays is not allowed. Check out will begin at the camp entrance. As with Check-In, there will be a long car line when you arrive.
At the Front of the Line
Staff will make sure you have your cabin card(s) from check-in or provide you with a new one if needed (keeping your expedites the check-out process!).
You will drive to your camper’s cabin zone for pick-up. You may get out of your vehicle at this time and wait by your vehicle.
A staff member will call for your camper, check them out, and bring both them and their luggage to your car.
Once you load up your camper and their luggage, you will then either be guided to the exit, or you will be guided to parking to pick up any medication or use the restroom at the Adventure Center. You may also walk to our camp store or walk around property for a short time after parking in the designated area. Once your camper is released to you at their cabin, they are under your supervision and responsibility.
Additional Information
Campers may be checked out by either parent/guardian listed on their registration profile, and/or any adults listed as emergency contacts on the camper’s Health Form. If another adult will be picking up a camper, the parent/guardian must send an email to the camp office as soon as possible to indicate the newly authorized person(s).
Transportation
GPS & Mapping to Camp
Most map apps will work just fine to get you to camp. Enter "YMCA Camp Greenville" or 4399 YMCA Camp Rd, Cleveland, SC 29635. But just in case, you can follow these simplified instructions:
Take Hwy 276 to the NC/SC State line
Go east on Solomon Jones Rd / YMCA Camp Rd for 4.5 miles
Follow the signs for camper check-in!
Airport Transportation
For out of state or International campers, pick-up from the airport is available for an additional fee. In order to arrange pick-up for your camper, you must complete the Airport Transportation form in your Parent Portal at least 2 weeks prior to arriving at camp. Pick-up can only be provided to/from Greenville/Spartanburg (GSP) and/or Asheville Regional airport (AVL) for a $75 fee each way. If your child is flying as an unaccompanied minor, all fees must be paid to the airline prior to your child's pick up date/time AND your child's departure date/time. All luggage and other airline fees must be paid prior to arrival/departure.
