Frequently Asked Questions
Q: It says that there is "no level of musical aptitude required", but no one in my family plays an instrument! Is it really ok for us to come? Are we going to be the only non-musicians?
A: Jam Camp is a wonderful opportunity for people who have not had many opportunities to be musical, and people who don't feel like they are very musical. Our camps are supportive, encouraging, and focused on having FUN! There are no competitions and all performances are optional. We do a lot of singing, dancing and hand drumming, which are great for people who do not have experience with instruments.
Q: I am serious about playing my instrument, is this camp able to provide me with quality instruction time?
A: Many of our facilitators are full time professional musicians, with extensive musical training. Although instrument instruction is not the main focus of our camps, there are workshops for a few hours every day where participants have the opportunity to learn one on one or in a small group with our facilitators.
Q: WHAT SHOULD I BRING TO JAM CAMP?
A: For Jam Camp on the Island and Jam Camp at the River:
Bring food, camping gear, and clothing for rain and sun!
Beach and swimming supplies, floaties, sunscreen, and sun hats.
Mosquito repellent, wasp traps, something to soothe bites and stings.
Any instruments you might have kicking around your house!
First Aid kit!
It is very helpful if you are able to bring your own camping table, as picnic tables are often limited.
For Jam Camp on the River especially, bring your water shoes!
For Jam Camp in the Mountains:
Be sure to bring clothes for any weather, since we’re in the alpine: days could be hot and sunny or rainy. Expect nights to be cool.
If you’re camping, bring all your camping gear, meal prep equipment, and supplies. This area may have a fire ban in July, but you are welcome to bring your own propane burning campfire, if you like.
If you’re staying in accommodation, bring your usual travel gear. You may want to bring food and meal prep items unless you are planning to eat in the Wells restaurants for your meals.
Note: Wells has a small General Store with some grocery supplies.
Q: At Jam Camps, can we bring RV's, and is there power I can hook up to? What about showers, toilets and water?
A: Depends on the location!
Jam Camp on the Island: There is room for RV's, tent trailers, and camper vans, but there are no hook-ups or water to said modes of camping. Toilets are pit houses, and freshening up is in the river! Drinking water is from an outside tap, so please bring a bucket to haul water to your camping area.
Jam Camp in the Mountains: If you are camping or bringing an RV, the Nugget Hills Campground has tent or RV sites with full hookups and electricity, bathrooms, and showers.
Jam Camp on the River: There is limited room for small RV's, tent trailers, and camper vans, but there are no hook-ups and no water. There are no showers at the site, but there are flush toilets and sinks in the hall. Water is from an outside tap, so please bring a bucket to haul water to your camping area.
Q: Can I bring my dog/cat/bird/hamster to Jam Camp?
A: We love animals, but please leave your dog and any other pets at home. Many of our venues have no-pet policies. (Except pet plastic penguins. Pet plastic penguins are always allowed.)
Q: Is alcohol or cannabis allowed at Jam Camp?
A: Many of our venues request that there is absolutely no alcohol or drug consumption by anyone on the site. When we are at a venue that does permit legal age drinking or cannabis use, Jam Camp Society asks that it is kept to being very moderate and very discreet.
Q: Can my child come to Jam Camp on their own?
A: Due to legal limitations of our incorporation, all youth participants must be registered with a parent or another adult (family member, family friend, etc.) Jam Camp staff are not responsible for the feeding, safety, or night-time supervision of participants. Please contact Theresa if you have any questions or concerns about this policy.
