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BBJ Family Foundation
2929 N. Thanksgiving Way, Lehi, UT 84043
800/989-3309
julie@bbjfamilyfoundation.org

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BE THE BEST YOU CAMP

2012 BBY CAMP is July 16th – 21st

at THANKSGIVING POINT, in Lehi, UT!

A life-changing program for teenage girls to build their self-esteem and strengthen their testimony of Jesus Christ.

For young women ages 12-18.

Cost is $450 – all inclusive!

Register before June 15th.

julie@bbjfamilyfoundation.org

For more information contact us: 800.989.3309

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2011 BBY CAMP PARTICIPANT SAID:

“BBY camp was the best thing that has ever happened. … Always remember to be the best person that you can be.” “These women and this camp are what remind you to stay true to yourself. … Try to be more grateful with what you have and forget all the things you want. There is a beauty inside of you, release it. ” “I feel I am truly changed because of this camp. I am a daughter of God! I am a Princess!”

This camp will immerse your daughter in experiences that allow her to:

Feel and give of her divine gifts
Learn that happiness and gratitude are truly byproducts of serving others.
Increase her self esteem
Know she is a daughter of God
Strengthen her testimony of Jesus Christ.

This is accomplished through

A Series of classes
Workshops
Activities
Service

Supervision:

A trained staff of caring LDS college-age counselors will supervise all activities through the week. These counselors are carefully interviewed and selected for their love of life and others and for the excellent way they live their life! Counselor to participant ratio is 1:10. Back ground checks will be done on all staff.

From a Be the Best You Participant

“I now realize the simplest act of kindness can mean so much to a person. Instead of saying, 'What can I get from this,' I say, 'What can I do to help.'”

Frequently Asked Questions

Tuition

Tuition is $450.00 for the one-week camp. This includes tuition, food, housing, program supplies, recreation, t-shirt, excursions, meals and all banquet and special food events. Airfare is not included. If registration is made by June 15th: $450.00 If registration is made after June 15th: $475.00 After making the initial Deposit of $150, The balance must be paid by June 30th, or a late fee of $25 will be added and the total cost will be $475.

Check In & Out

Participants should check in on Monday, the 16th, between 11:00 to 12:30 pm. Registration will be at the Show Barn at Thanksgiving Point. As soon as the girls are with their Camp Counselor, the parents are free to leave. Check-out will be Saturday at 11:00 am after the parent seminar. Parents are invited and asked to attend a short Parent Seminar with Barbara Barrington Jones at 9:30 on Saturday before check out. This is a very important part of your daughters experience. Barbara will help you know what your daughter has been through this week and how you can continue the progress made at BBY. The Parent Seminar will start at 9:30 am, in the Amber Room upstairs at the Dinosaur Museum. Your daughters will have a special part of this Seminar.

Travel Assistance

If you need a ride from the airport to Thanksgiving Point in Lehi, UT, please call Express Shuttle Airport at 801 586-1600 to make advance reservations for a ride to and from Thanksgiving Point 3003 N Thanksgiving Way, Lehi, UT 84043. Their check-in desk for all Delta flights is across from baggage claim #7 in Terminal 2 and al other airlines are in Terminal 1 across from baggage claim 3. Please call our office if you have any questions.

Leaving Campus & Visitors

If you need to leave campus, a parent or guardian will need to contact our BBY office at Thanksgiving Point at 1-800-989-3309 to check you out from the time you will be absent. Otherwise, unless attending camp supervised activities, you will not be allowed to leave campus. Our camp schedule is so busy that there will not be time to visit with outside visitors and guests. Please arrange to see them when camp is over.

Standards

Participants are invited to attend this program provided they maintain the standards in the "For the Strength of Youth" pamphlet, which includes maintaining high standards of honor, language, morality, and modesty of dress, as well as abstinence from tobacco, alcohol, coffee, tea, or harmful drugs. Registration constitutes acceptance and consent to abide by these standards. Even though BBY is not affiliated with the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, we expect all campers to follow the standards and values set forth in the For the Strength of Youth booklet.

Clothing & Grooming Standards

Participants are asked to uphold the standards of the "For the strength of Youth" pamphlet, and should be modest, neat and clean in appearance and fit. Please no “short” shorts, tank tops, or spaghetti straps.

Sample Packing List

Pack enough of the following items to last for five days of camp: slacks, Capri pants, jeans, or modest shorts casual and comfortable walking shoes; underclothing and pajamas; dress clothes and shoes. We will be providing one camp T-shirt for each participant to wear throughout the week, and she should also bring 3 or 4 additional shirts. Also bring personal toiletry items (toothpaste, toothbrush, comb, brush, shampoo, soap, other hair needs, deodorant, towel, washcloth, robe, etc.) All bedding and bathing linens are provided by the hotel.

For ALL girls: Bring one Sunday appropriate dress and shoes for the fireside. Bring a special occasion dress for the formal closing program, or wear the Sunday dress already requested.

For girls 12-13: Bring your most fun (but modest) crazy, fun outfit; a Boa, Jewelry, Fancy Southern Style Hat, Crown, Gloves, High Heels, and any clothing to put together a New Years Eve Crazy, Fun outfit. Be creative and colorful and any accessories you'd like for our lively, Girls' Night Out".
For girls 14-18: Bring or borrow one modest prom or special occasion dress and shoes for our Celebration Prom (strapless, spaghetti straps or halter-top dresses are not appropriate)

Special Items to Bring

Set of scriptures
One Children's reading book in good condition
1 1/2 yards of fleece material and a pair of scissors to make a blanket for needy children. We do accept donations of fleece if you would like to bring more.
Spending Money is optional and not necessary. Daily meals, housing, and activities are provided. Girls can purchase drinks or snacks if they would like but please bring no more than $20.
Medical Supplies: A registered nurse will be available throughout the camp experience. It is suggested that each participant have a small first aid kit with over the counter medication for minor ailments and a few band aids.

Roommate Request

Our policy is all girls requesting to room together must be within one grade or one year in age of each other, and you can only request one roommate. You will be able to see all girls at most activities throughout the week. Each girl must indicate her roommate request on her registration form or e-mail julie@bethebestyoucamp.org

Contact While at Camp

In the event of an emergency, please call the camp line at 1-800-989-309. Messages will be given to the participant's counselor.

Mail

Please do not send mail to your camper while at camp. There is not time for mail! The week will be over before you know it and we ask that you make her homecoming special. Watch for the White Ribbon letter we will be sending to you! We ask that you place white ribbons in her room, around your house, yard, trees, cars, or whatever to make her feel welcomed home and wanted! We teach the girls about the yellow ribbon concept, which we have converted to the White Ribbon request. So when you place white ribbons around her home to welcome her home, you will be giving her a powerful message of love and acceptance.

Lost Items

Please call the Barbara Barrington Jones Family Foundation at 1-800-989-3309 for lost items. We are not responsible for lost items. If an item is left behind at camp, we are willing to mail it to you, but you will need to pay for the shipping costs. Or you may stop by our office to pick up any item that was left behind that we have saved for you.

Insurance

Each participant is included in a limited coverage ($2,500 maximum benefit) accident insurance policy while they are under the direction and supervision of Be The Best You Camp. If they leave the required supervision of their counselor and staff or leave the campus after hours or without permission, they are not covered by our insurance. The insurance does not cover illness (such as cold symptoms, stomach aches, etc.) or pre-existing conditions. Each participant needs to be covered with a medical insurance policy. If they do not have health insurance, a waiver will need to be signed by parents and participants and their parents will be responsible for any costs associated with treatment in event of an emergency.

Cancellation and Refund Policy

In order to receive a full registration refund, a cancellation request must be received in writing by May 16, 2012. After that date, there will be a $100 cancellation fee. “Be The Best You” Camp cannot be held responsible for any change or cancellation charges required by airlines, travel agencies, or other establishments. Call the office at 1-800-989-3309. This request may take up to two weeks.