2024
Camp Ozark values your feedback and seeks to constantly improve our experience for camp families so Camp Ozark remains “Incomparable”. To that end, we have re-evaluated our registration policies to align with the strong demand for the Ozark experience. Our aim is to provide a fair and sensible approach to registration and enrollment for future camp sessions. Our goal is to give current camp families and waitlisted families a fair opportunity to register for future sessions while allowing for new camp families to experience Camp Ozark.
While early registration has always been available to current camp families, we have improved the registration process so that camp families don’t miss this opportunity. Several camp families have opted out of early registration and later found themselves on a waitlist. While we cannot say specifically when a session will fill up, we know that generally sessions fill faster and faster each and every year. Taking advantage of early registration will help to alleviate the frustration of waiting too late.
We ask that all camp families pay close attention to correspondence and messaging from Camp Ozark through out the year. Camp Ozark seeks to communicate registration updates through multiple channels including email, text, mail, social media and website updates. Please pay close attention to messaging from Ozark as we endeavor to keep our camp families fully informed of deadlines and registration updates.
Unfortunately, Camp Ozark bunks are limited. While we would like every child to experience Camp Ozark, the reality is we are limited by our current capacity. Waitlists are now common and some can be very lengthy. While we cannot accommodate all camp families, our promise to you is to do our best to communicate clearly and keep our valued camp families informed as best we can.
Camp Ozark has a new policy, with updated registration deadlines for camper registration and enrollment for Summer 2024. Please read the below information carefully.
Camp Ozark offers 14-day and 7-day sessions. Waitlists are common for most, if not all, sessions. All applications are accepted on a first-come, first-serve basis. Therefore, we encourage parents to enroll their campers as soon as possible. It is not uncommon for waitlists to form for the next summer before the current summer begins.
For specifics regarding application policies and procedures, please see the “Agreements” section of your My Ozark dashboard. For questions regarding session availability, please contact our office at 870-867-4131.
JANUARY 5, 2023: EARLY REGISTRATION – available for families (family units defined below) who have registered for Summer 2023 and paid tuition in full. *Early registration is not a new policy. This has always been in place.*
- All families who have a registered camper for Summer 2023 and who have paid the full tuition for that registered camper for Summer 2023, will be able to complete Early Registration for Summer 2024 on January 5, 2023. If you have multiple campers registered for Summer 2023, then you must pay full tuition for each of those campers who desire Early Registration for Summer 2024.
- Once you have paid the full tuition for all registered campers for Summer 2023, you can also complete Early Registration for Summer 2024 for any new camper who is in your Family Unit. The “Family Unit” includes any child, including a legally adopted child or a child placed with you for adoption, a foster child, a stepchild, or a child for whom you or your spouse is the court-appointed legal guardian.
- Note: The Camp Ozark tuition fees for Summer 2023 are due by March 1, 2023. However, if you pay the full tuition early starting January 5, 2023, then your campers can complete this Early Registration for Summer 2024. This is an opportunity to try to choose your specific session before the Summer 2024 registration is open to the public.
- To complete the Early Registration for Summer 2024, you must pay the $400 registration fee* (for two-week sessions) or $300 registration fee* (for one-week sessions) for Summer 2024, which must accompany all camper applications for each session. Details regarding the registration fee* are included below.
March 1, 2023: Priority Registration – available for any families who have registered for Summer 2023
- All families with a camper enrolled in Camp Ozark for Summer 2023 and all families with a camper on the waitlist for Summer 2023 are eligible for Priority Registration for Summer 2024 starting March 1, 2023; and you can complete Priority Registration for any child in your Family Unit.
- To register, families must pay the $400 registration fee (for two-week sessions) or $300 registration fee* (for one-week sessions) for Summer 2024, for all camper applications for each session.
- If a family is registered for Summer 2023 but cancels their Summer 2023 registration after January 5, 2023, and they want to re-register for Summer 2024 after canceling for 2023, they would register during the Priority Registration, starting March 1, 2023.
May 1, 2023: General Public Registration
- Registration for Summer 2024 is open to the general public starting May 1, 2023.
- To register for Summer 2024, you must pay the $400 registration fee (for two-week sessions) or $300 registration fee* (for one-week sessions) for Summer 2024, for all applications for each session.
* The registration fee is required for each camper and for each session. Of that total registration fee, for the two-week sessions, $300 is a deposit and $100 is a non-refundable reservation fee. For the one-week sessions, $200 is a deposit and $100 is a non-refundable reservation fee. The deposit of $300/$200 is fully refundable/transferable up to September 15, 2023. After September 15, 2023, the $300/$200 deposit is non-refundable/transferable. The non-refundable reservation fee of $100 is immediately non-refundable and non-transferable once your camper is enrolled in a session (not waitlisted). Any cancellation, at any time, will result in forfeiture of the $100 non-refundable reservation fee. The registration fee does not guarantee a camper’s acceptance and enrollment in a camp session. A camper’s final acceptance and enrollment in a camp session is contingent upon receipt of the registration fee, fully and timely payments of all tuition and fees, and receipt and review of registration materials and signed forms as outlined in the Camper Policy Agreement.
** Note: Full tuition for Summer 2024 will be due to Camp Ozark on March 1, 2024.
Tuition for each 14-day camp session (pricing available after September 1st). Refer to 2024 Fees FAQ for deposit requirement and important dates.
Tuition for each 7-day camp session (pricing available after September 1st). Refer to 2024 Fees FAQ for deposit requirement and important dates.ll
Tuition for each 14-day camp session (pricing available after September 1st).
Tuition for each 7-day camp session (pricing available after September 1st).
ONE-WEEK SESSIONS
The tuition for one-week sessions includes a registration fee of $300.00 which must accompany all applications for each session. For one-week sessions, of that total registration fee, $200.00 is a deposit and $100 is a non-refundable reservation fee. The deposit of $200.00 is fully refundable/transferable up to September 15, 2023. After September 15, 2023, the $200.00 deposit is non-refundable/transferable. The non-refundable reservation fee of $100.00 is immediately non-refundable and non-transferable once your camper is enrolled in a session (not waitlisted). Any cancellation, at any time, will result in forfeiture of the $100 non-refundable reservation fee.
TWO-WEEK SESSIONS
The tuition for two-week sessions includes a registration fee of $400.00 which must accompany all applications for each session. For two-week sessions, of that total registration fee, $300.00 is a deposit and $100 is a non-refundable reservation fee. The deposit of $300.00 is fully refundable/transferable up to September 15, 2023. After September 15, 2023, the $300.00 deposit is non-refundable/transferable. The non-refundable reservation fee of $100.00 is immediately non-refundable and non-transferable once your camper is enrolled in a session (not waitlisted). Any cancellation, at any time, will result in forfeiture of the $100 non-refundable reservation fee.
Fee is all inclusive – all camp activities, camp shirt and a pair of camp shorts, equipment and supplies, color photo of cabin group, and regular arts and crafts activities.
Final payment is due no later than March 1, 2024.
No additional funds are requested except for personal items – stamps, souvenirs, toothpaste, extra craft activities, etc., all of which are available at the camp stores. ($300.00 is suggested for a 14-day session and $150.00 for a 7-day session.)
No discounts are allowed for late arrivals or early departures.
Boys and girls between the ages of 7 and 17 are eligible for enrollment. All applications are accepted on a first-come, first-serve basis. Waiting lists are common for all sessions. Registration requires a fully completed application and accompanied by the deposit and reservation fee ($300 for one-week sessions and $400 for two-week sessions).
The registration fee does not guarantee a camper’s acceptance and enrollment in a camp session. A camper’s final acceptance and enrollment in a camp session is contingent upon receipt of the registration fee, fully and timely payments of all tuition and fees, and receipt and review of registration materials and signed forms as outlined in the Camper Policy Agreement.
Six year old campers are considered only for one week sessions A or H, after review of application.
16 and 17 year old campers are restricted from registering online for one week sessions. Please call our office at 870-867-4131 for more information.
Camp Ozark offers installment payment plans only through My Ozark until December 31, 2023. Installment payment plans are an easy way to budget and pay camp tuition. Enrolling in an installment plan online offers convenience and flexibility. All registered campers must be paid in full at the date of the last installment as a condition of final enrollment. Deposits are fully refundable (less a $100 reservation fee) up and until September 15, 2023. Cancellations must be made by April 1, 2024 in order to receive a refund (less registration fee).
Families may register their campers for 2024, pay the required deposits, and complete the required application online by clicking on the Register graphic found throughout this website after the open registration dates listed under 2024 registration.
When registering their campers, families will create an online My Ozark account, which will allow families to manage their camper information, make payments, save store items and summer photos for future purchase, and much more.
If a family already has a My Ozark account, they may register for 2024 through their dashboard on their account.
All campers are required to purchase low-cost, no-fault, major medical insurance. The fee for this coverage is minimal, but purchase is a requirement for enrollment at Camp Ozark.
Camp Ozark is pleased to present camp families with optional travel insurance through a 3rd party provider. Plan and purchase details can be found by logging into your My Ozark account once registered.
MULTIPLE SESSIONS
Camp Ozark offers unique one- and two-week session programming. Many campers want to experience even more camp! Campers may register and potentially enroll in three or more consecutive weeks of camping. However, Camp Ozark does not make accommodations for residency between sessions. Camp families must check-out their campers at the close of a session. Campers will be able to check back in as normal the next Opening Day. Camp Ozark will coordinate luggage and cabin changes between sessions as requested.
Should a camper enrolled in multiple sessions cancel one of the sessions after September 15, only the deposit is non-refundable.
Upon acceptance of a camper’s application, he or she is placed in the proper grouping and cabin according to age, development, school grade and session. Every effort is made to place campers according to their cabin preference, but final placement is at the sole discretion of the Cabin Placement Coordinator. Campers may request to be placed in the same cabin with up to two other campers. All such requests must be submitted in writing via the My Ozark dashboard and must be made by both campers two weeks prior to the start of the campers’ session.
Requested cabin mates must be no more than 12 months apart in age. No more than four campers from the same school or social group will be placed in the same cabin. Cross-session requests (when one-week and two-week campers request each other) are not accommodated.
Also, please understand that clear communication with a requested cabin mate is very important. We recommend that all parents involved openly communicate with one another so that all campers may have the best possible start to their Incomparable Camp Ozark experience. To best serve our camp families, the Cabin Placement Coordinator may disclose cabin placement information in order to answer cabin placement questions.
One of our core values at Camp Ozark is Friendship-learning how to be a friend, make a friend and keep a friend. Making new friends is a rich component of the cabin experience and many of our campers choose to not make requests for this reason. We encourage campers to attend without concern for cabin requests, but we will make every effort to accommodate cabin requests in compliance with our cabin placement policies.
Upon acceptance of a camper’s application, he or she is assigned to one of two teams, the mighty Red Team or the powerful Blue Team. Team assignments are completely random unless the camper has a parent or sibling who is already a member of either team. A camper is automatically assigned to the team of the parent or sibling.
NO TEAM REQUESTS ARE PERMITTED OR CONSIDERED WHEN ASSIGNING TEAMS.
Once a camper is assigned to a team, he or she is a member of that team for life. Several factors are considered when assigning teams in order to make War Parties (age specific teams) as balanced as possible.
Waitlists are common for many camp sessions. Getting into a session from a waitlist is dependent on session switches and cancellations which change from year to year. Waitlisted families would be contacted immediately if a spot for their camper becomes available. If your camper ends up not getting into the session, or you decide to make alternate plans, and you are not enrolled in an alternate session, then you would receive your deposit back less a $50 reservation fee.
The tuition for one week sessions includes a $300.00 registration fee per session. Of that total registration fee, $200.00 is a deposit and $100 is a non-refundable reservation fee. The deposit of $200.00 is fully refundable/transferable up to September 15, 2023. After September 15, 2023, the $200.00 deposit is non-refundable/transferable. The non-refundable reservation fee of $100.00 is immediately non-refundable and non-transferable once your camper is enrolled in a session (not waitlisted). Any cancellation, at any time, will result in forfeiture of the $100 non-refundable reservation fee.
The tuition for two week sessions includes a $400.00 registration fee per session. Of that total registration fee, $300.00 is a deposit and $100 is a non-refundable reservation fee. The deposit of $300.00 is fully refundable/transferable up to September 15, 2023. After September 15, 2023, the $300.00 deposit is non-refundable/transferable. The non-refundable reservation fee of $100.00 is immediately non-refundable and non-transferable once your camper is enrolled in a session (not waitlisted). Any cancellation, at any time, will result in forfeiture of the $100 non-refundable reservation fee.
Final payment is due no later than March 1, 2024.
If your cancellation is made prior to April 1st, 2024, you are not liable for the remainder of the tuition. All cancellations made after April 1st, 2024, result in a forfeiture of tuition.
9/15/2023 – *NEW* 2024 Deposit refundable or transferable through this date
1/5/2024 – 2025 Early Registration opens
2/1/2024 – 2024 My Ozark dashboard opens
3/1/2024 – 2024 Tuition due
2025 Priority Registration opens
5/1/2024 – 2024 Health Forms due
2025 Registration opens to the general public
Two weeks prior to session – Detailed travel itineraries are available on the My Ozark dashboard.
Finalize any cabin requests on the My Ozark dashboard.
One week prior to session – Finalize Morning Activity preferences.
