get ready for an
amazing summer
need-to-knows
📆 Arrival Dates
June 15: First-year International Counselors & All Waterfront Staff
June 18: First-year Domestic Counselors & Returning Counselors
👋 Departure Dates vary; check your staff contract
📋 By May 1, we need your help completing all Onboarding.
💰 If you have a US bank account, we’ll pay you via direct deposit. If not, we’ll pay you via Dash debit card.
✈️ 🚌 There are lots of ways to get to camp. More details below!
complete these steps by may 1
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Staff Handbook
Please take a few minutes to review the Staff Handbook. We’ll cover everything in more detail during training, but we’d like to start getting everyone on the same page so expectations are clear from the beginning.
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Onboarding Forms
Please complete the following forms, all available in your CampInTouch account:
✨ Health Form
✨ Staff Travel Form
✨ Handbook Acknowledgment -
Payroll & Tax info*
Log in to your ADP account to complete the following:
✨ W4 (for your income taxes)
✨ I-9 (work authorization)
✨ Direct Deposit
*International Counselors —> complete the W4 and I-9 forms without your social security number; we’ll add it in when you arrive in the US. You can also skip the Direct Deposit info. We’ll enter in your Dash Card information at the beginning of the summer.
It's okay to ask for help
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It's okay to ask for help 〰️
We are a team and here to support you! After reading through the information on this page, if you still have questions, don’t hesitate to contact us at staffing@medolark.com.
Together, we got this!
getting to camp
Arrival at Camp : June 15 or june 18
All staff should arrive by 5 PM on either Monday, June 15 or Thursday, June 18. Please plan your travel accordingly:
Fly into Boston Logan (BOS): Earlier arrivals are better; Camp is a 3-hour drive from Boston.
Fly into Portland (PWM): Earlier arrivals are better; Camp is a 1.5-hour drive from Portland.
Important: Book flights to Portland, Maine (PWM)—not Portland, Oregon!
Fly into Augusta (AUG): Limited flights availble; Camp is a 30-minute drive from Portland.
Cape Air has flights to Augusta.
Take a bus to Augusta, ME
Check out Concord Coach and Greyhound for bus options.
Drive yourself, carpool, or get dropped off: You are welcome to drive directly to Camp. Please arrive by 5 PM.
Airport Pickup – Boston (BOS), Portland (PWM) & Augusta (AUG) only
We’ll provide transportation from Boston (BOS), Portland (PWM), and Augusta (AUG) on June 15 and June 18.
Once you’ve submitted your Travel Form, you’re all set!
We’ll be in touch with your Shuttle Information (aka your ride from the airport to camp) in early June.
What about NYC?
NYC is a 7-hour drive to Camp, so unfortunately, we are unable to provide pick-ups. If you are flying into NYC, we recommend you book a connecting flight into Portland, ME.
RETURNING HOME
We’ll provide transportation to Boston (BOS), Portland (PWM), and Augusta (AUG) on departure dates.
Please check your Staff Contract to confirm your departure date before booking.
Reminder that Camp is a 1.5-hour drive to Portland and a 3-hour drive to Boston.
Later departures are better; we may not be able to accommodate departures before 12 PM.
Questions about travel?
Reach out to us at staffing@medolark.com - we are here to help. Don’t hesitate to ask questions. It’s better to work out issues sooner rather than later.
Unforgettable
memories await!
packing list
Weather - Sunny Days with Cool Nights:
Days at Med-o-lark are usually warm and sunny, with temperatures ranging from 55–90°F (13–32°C). It tends to cool off at night, so layers are key! On average, expect daytime temperatures around 80°F (26°C).We Do Your Laundry - Pretty Cool, Right?
Once a week, your laundry will be picked up and returned fresh and clean two days later—free of charge! We provide all staff with a laundry bag to use, so no need to bring your own. Just another way we help make camp life a little easier.Pack Light - For 10 Days, Not a Whole Summer:
We provide weekly laundry service, so packing for about 10 days is more than enough. For bulky essentials like rain boots or full-size toiletries, you might want to purchase them once you're here. We’ll take staff on field trips to nearby stores shortly after arrival.Keep Your Sheets & Pillows at Home:
Don’t worry about packing linens or pillows —we’ll provide bed sheets, a pillow, a blanket and a towel to make your arrival easier.Dress Code – Keep It Casual:
Camp life is informal, so leave your fancy clothes at home! Pack comfy, casual clothing like shorts, t-shirts, jeans, and sweatshirts. One or two dressier outfits are great for special camp events or outings, but otherwise, think practical and relaxed.Need More Info?
Want more info on what to pack? Check out our camper packing list here. Reach out to staffing@medolark.com for any questions regarding what to pack.
getting paid
US Citizens or Green Card Holders: log into ADP and complete these steps:
Update your personal information
Complete the W4 form
Complete the I-9 form
Submit your Direct Deposit Information
International Staff: log into ADP and complete these steps:
Update your personal information
Start the W4 form*
Start the I-9 form*
* You should be able to leave the box for Social Security Number blank or select the option for not yet having a Social Security Number. We’ll help you complete your W4 and I-9 forms once you arrive at Camp.
Dash Debit Cards
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US citizens: you will get paid through direct deposit, so funds will get deposited directly to your bank. You can complete your bank information on our onboarding form.
International staff:: we will set you up with a debit card, so you don’t need to open a US bank account. Once you arrive at camp, we will help you with paperwork like getting a social security number and completing a W4.
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Yes, all staff, whether US citizens or those on a J-1 Visa, will have a % of their pay withheld for taxes. If you are. US citizen or greencard holder, your deductions will be both state and federal, as with any paycheck. For international staff, there will be a 10% federal deduction.
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Most of our international staff prefer having their pay come through a debit card. However, if you have a US bank account, you may prefer to have your pay come as a direct deposit. If so, please reach out to us at Brendan@medolark.com
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Every 2 weeks.
frequently asked
questions
about Pay
certifications
If you hold any certifications (Teaching, CPR/AED, First Aid, Lifeguard, Boat Driver, Archery, Sailing, etc.), please attach all relevant certifications and send them to staffing@medolark.com. Not sure if your certification is relevant? Send it anyways!
complete these 3 steps by may 1
Planning ahead
We are excited for another amazing summer! Start brainstorming lesson plans for your areas of instruction and cabin activities. Consider the varied skill levels of campers as you prepare.
If you are teaching an activity, consider preparing a few lesson plans that accommodate beginners to advanced campers.
We encourage creative approaches that make learning fun and engaging!
Camp Med-o-lark
82 Medolark Rd
Washington, ME
Arrival
Tues June 17
Departure
Thurs Aug 21
Contact Us
info@medolark.com
207-220-3530
YOUR PRE-CAMP CHECKLIST
Be sure to complete these 4 tasks by May 1
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Health Form
Complete this 5 minute questionnaire on your medical history. Please note: you’ll need the date of your last tetanus shot.
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Onboarding Form
Once you’ve made travel arrangements, be sure to complete our onboarding form.
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W4 form
Complete a W4 form and email it to Brendan@medolark.com. International staff who are new: you can leave social security number blank for now.
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Staff Handbook
Take a few minutes to read through our staff handbook.