Camp FAQ's
When does camp registration open?
Registration for the 2025 FWBC Summer Camps will open on March 1st. Camps do fill up so secure your spot early!
What are the payment options for FWBC Camps?
Credit card or FWBC Club Membership #.
Payment, Emergency Contacts, and Medical Forms must be completed before participation.
What is the camp cancellation policy?
Canceling camp registration 30 days before the start of the first week (June 2) will result in a 10% cancellation fee.
Canceling camp registration once the first camp (June 2) has started will result in a 30% cancellation fee.
No Shows will not be refunded.
*If injury or sickness causes a camper to be unable to participate, you may move registration to a later available camp week at no cost (previously stated cancellation policy still applies to moved camp registrations).
Drop-off/Pick-Up and After-care
Drop-off (All camps) from 8:50 am -9:05 am
Pick-up (Little Dogies) from 12:00 pm - 12:10 pm
Pick-up (Full Day Camp) from 4:00 pm -4:15 pm
Location: Camp takes place in the Dogie room. Enter through the front gate and veer left and down towards the water. The Dogie Room is the building to the right of the parking lot down by the water.
After Care: We offer after-camp supervision from 4:15- 5:30 pm. This service is available for an additional fee of $15 per day, or $75 for the full week. Pre-paid after-care can be purchased during registration. Not available for Little Dogie Camps.
What age groups are the programs open to?
FWBC offers programs for ages 4-18.
4-7 year olds – Little Dogies camps
8-15 year olds – Sailing and Adventure camps
8-18 year olds – FWBC Race Team
Is prior sailing experience required?
No prior experience is required! We love teaching sailing to beginners! If you have sailing experience, we will continue developing those skills during sailing camps. If you are interested in your camper sailing more than just the summer? Check out our Junior Racing Team!
What type of boats will be used in the programs?
FWBC has a variety of club owned equipment for campers. Sailboats include J22s, Sunfish, Flying Juniors, Optimist Cubes, and a Capri 16. We also have kayaks and paddleboards we use to play games and explore on light wind days.
What should I bring to FWBC Camps?
Bag to keep each camper’s belongings together
Life jacket Type III PFD (must fit the child properly based on weight and size)
Swimsuit
Towel
Sunscreen (lotion preferred)
Reusable water bottle with a clip
Water Shoes (closed-toed preferred)
Sunglasses with a strap
Hat
Change of clothes (optional)
Lunch (if you did not purchase lunches through the camp)
Note: Little Dogies is a half-day camp so lunch is not provided
IMPORTANT: Please NO foods containing peanuts or tree nuts
Are campers allowed to bring fishing equipment?
Yes, campers are allowed to bring personal fishing equipment. Adventure camp will involve the most fishing opportunities for campers. All personal gear brought is the responsibility of the camper. FWBC is not responsible for any damages to personal equipment brought to camp.
Can campers bring electronics?
Campers are allowed to bring electronics to contact parents if needed. Electronics should remain in bags during camp. FWBC is not responsible for any damages to electronics brought to camp.
Lost and Found
Our goal is always to send home campers with all of their belongings. Please make sure their belongings are labeled with their name. We do have a list and found bin in the Dogie Room.
What are the swimming requiements?
We will have all campers perform a swim test on the first day of camp.
SWIM REQUIREMENTS:
Sail and Adventure Campers: Swim 100 feet and tread water for at least 5 minutes.
Little Dogies Campers: Swim 50 feet
If any camper does not pass the swim test, life jackets will be required at the pool. Life jackets are always required on the docks or boats.
Are lunches provided?
Lunches are offered for $60/week and provided by FWBC or local restaurants. Please select the lunch option when registering. Any dietary restrictions should be shared during registration.
NOTE: Little Dogies camps are only half-day camps, so lunches are not provided.
Snacks may be brought by any campers but please avoid snacks containing nuts.
What are the camp weather policies?
Camp will take place rain or shine. If the weather keeps us off the water, there are still activities and skills to do and learn on shore! In the case of lightning or severe weather, campers will be moved indoors and activities will be adjusted accordingly. In extreme cases, parents will be notified and camp may be canceled for the day. Please ensure parent/guardian contact information is up to date.
Are there any financial aid or scholarships available for camp?
Starboard Foundation offers scholarships to help promote sailing on Eagle Mountain Lake.
Will we get any camp photos?
Throughout camp, photos will be taken of campers participating in activities as well as individual photos and a group photo. Following the camp, an email containing a Google Photos link to the camp album will be sent to the registered email address. We strive to capture memorable moments of each camper throughout the week.
What communications will I recieve from the club after registering?
After you have registered for camp, you should receive a confirmation email from Regatta Network. Please make sure to complete the payment method selection if paying with credit card or with FWBC Membership number. A week prior to camp, you will receive an email from the camp director with any final pre-camp information. If you have any questions about your registration prior to camp, please email coach@fwbc.com.
If you have any other questions, please email coach@fwbc.com