International Campers – Frequently Asked Questions
How many international campers come to Stone Mountain Adventures?
About 20% of our population is from outside the USA. All activities and cabin activities are instructed in English. The immersion into the American culture is part of the cultural experience for our internationals.
Will international campers be in a cabin with other non-English speakers?
Due to the size and capacity of some cabins, there is some likelihood that international campers may share a cabin with others from around the world. Where possible, we arrange cabins with a good mix of Americans and International campers. Very little time is spent in the cabins each day, and our counseling staff do a very good job of maintaining an English-speaking cabin.
How many international campers from one country will be at SMA?
We accept no more than 7 campers who are native speakers in a given language. One of the purposes of most families enrolling their teenager in a summer camp in the USA is to learn more conversational English language. This avoids the tendency to just spend time with your language speakers.
Flight Information
When booking flights please book them on a morning departure, arriving at Dulles International Airport, Washington DC between 2pm and 6pm.
Your camper will be met by a Stone Mountain staff member immediately upon their arrival at International Arrivals, after they go through customs. We will call you when we meet them and again when they arrive at camp.
Arrival Information
Upon arrival in the US, your camper should use the following address on all immigration forms:
Stone Mountain Adventures
9803 Old Hawn Rd
Huntingdon, PA 16652
USA
If your child has any questions AT THE AIRPORT contact:
Our home office by calling collect from any phone (reversing the charges). Call 1-800-265-5328, then dial 814-667-3874.
What to Pack…
Mornings and evenings can be cool so please pack some warm clothing, sweaters and pants. We will provide your camper with sheets, blankets and towels. There is no need for you to pack these large items. Click here for the International Packing List.
Do I need to ship my luggage UPS?
NO you do not need to ship your luggage UPS. You can check you bags at the airport and bring then on the camp van back to camp.
I Need Spending Money?
International campers should have travel money for meals & incidentals while traveling. While at SMA most campers do bring a little spending money (approx. $30/week) for the Amish Market, county fairs, etc.
Sending Letters to Camp?
You can easily write to your child by fax or email. Our fax number is 001 814-667-2498. Please provide us with a fax number we can send camper letters to. To send e-mails to your son or daughter send them to info@sma-summers.com and put your child’s name in the subject line. Campers can write back 2 times each session.
Phone Calls
Campers typically receive 6 calls per session. Call our office 011-814-3874 to arrange these. Campers can call home about 6 times as well using an international calling card. You can bring these to camp or buy them here.
North American Contact
If you have family or friends in the USA or Canada that can serve as an emergency contact please provide us with this information.
How do I pay camp tuition?
Tuition payment can be made with a Credit Card (Visa or Mastercard) or you may wire funds into our account. For the required bank information to wire or our credit card form please email Jud Millar info@sma-summers.com.