Explorer International Kids' and Teens' Camps
International Winter and Summer Kids' and Teens' Camps in Slovenia and Austria for 6-17 year olds
CAMPER HEALTH & SAFETY
YOUR CHILD'S HEALTH & SAFETY: OUR #1 PRIORITY
Medical Emergency Protocols
Our certified medical director oversees our on-site health center staffed by qualified first aiders at every camp. The nearest trauma center is just 3 minutes away with fire and police departments located even closer for immediate response. We maintain clear protocols for all emergencies while ensuring rapid communication with parents about any medical situations.
Staff Qualifications You Can Trust
Our hiring process ensures only the most qualified individuals care for your child through extensive screening. All staff complete Youth Mental Health First Aid training alongside certifications in first aid, CPR, and activity-specific safety protocols. Our standards exceed industry requirements to guarantee trustworthy, capable staff who understand both physical and emotional wellbeing.
Daily Supervision That Exceeds Standards
Our camp maintains an exceptional 5:1 overall staff-to-camper ratio, with a 4:1 ratio during specialized activities for personalized attention. These carefully calculated ratios exceed industry standards to ensure optimal supervision across all camp experiences. Continuous visual and verbal contact systems guarantee no child is ever unaccounted for in our secure environment.
Controlled Access Protection
Our entire camp-site operates with electronic access control requiring authorized chip holders for entry to prevent unauthorised visitors. An additional fenced perimeter surrounds our Explorer Camp area providing enhanced security layers for specialized programming. This dual-barrier system ensures complete peace of mind by restricting access to camp approved people.
THE HEART OF EXPLORER SAFETY
Water Safety
Water Park overseen by certified Red Cross Lifeguarding certification with CPR/AED training. They monitor all swimming areas with a 1:5 staff-to-camper ratio, conducting constant visual checks.
Expert Care Training
All staff complete 30+ hours of pre-camp safety training plus weekly emergency drills during the season. Counselors are trained in activity-specific emergency response protocols for your child’s safety.
Allergy Protection
All staff are trained to recognise allergic reaction symptoms within 30 seconds. Your child’s specific allergens are documented and communicated to all relevant staff for immediate protection.
On-Site Medical Centre
Our camp Medical Centre is staffed daily by a certified 1st Aider for immediate care needs and support. Parents receive immediate notification within minutes of any incident requiring medical attention beyond basic first aid.
Immediate Care Support
Every activity area has a designated first aid responder with current certification to address medical needs promptly. Staff carry communication devices to summon additional medical support within seconds if your child requires assistance.
Staff Safety Checks
We conduct three-tier background checks with criminal record reviews, reference verification, and in-person interviews. Annual re-screening ensures ongoing staff integrity and suitability for working with children throughout the season.
Camper to Staff Ratios
Our camp maintains a 5:1 overall staff-to-camper ratio, with 4:1 during specialized activities for maximum supervision. These ratios exceed industry standards to ensure personalized attention and safety for every child in our care.
Close Proximity to Medical Services
The camp site has a ambulance arrival time under 5 minutes with clear parent communication about medical situations. Advanced emergency care is available at local hospitals minutes away for serious incidents requiring transport.
Healthy Hygiene Habits
Campers shower daily with counselor hygiene checks ensuring proper soap and shampoo use. Staff monitor overall cleanliness to keep your child healthy throughout camp to help prevent illness spread while keeping a clean environment.
FREQUENTLY ASKED SAFETY QUESTIONS
Yes, our camp has a certified 1st Aider at our Medical Center during all operating hours, with EFR-trained staff available 24/7 at residential camps.
All medications are stored securely in our Medical Center and administered by our 1st Aider according to your instructions and physician documentation.
Staff monitor campers daily; our nurse evaluates any illness and follows our documented care protocol, contacting parents for significant issues within 5 minutes.
Our staff monitors weather continuously; at first thunder/lightning, we move campers to designated safe buildings with interior rooms until 30 minutes after the last storm threat.
We maintain multiple communication channels including two-way radios, air horns, and emergency whistles to ensure staff can coordinate during any service disruption.
Immediate notification to camp director, staff search with designated zones, 911 call within 5 minutes, and parent notification within 10 minutes of confirmed absence.
No, we follow a “two-deep leadership” policy requiring at least two screened adults present during all camper interactions to maintain safety and transparency.
All trips require pre-approved route plans with emergency contacts; we maintain 1:5 ratios with Health Care Supervisor always present on excursions.
Our camp is located in a safe, controlled environment with no significant natural hazards; staff are trained in weather emergency protocols and local wildlife awareness.
Each Counselor has a 1st Aid kit with them plus an additional one in activity areas, with enhanced kits at waterfront, climbing wall, and dining facilities, all checked and restocked daily.
All campers take a brief swim assessment on opening day conducted by our certified aquatics staff. Those who don’t pass the beginner test (swimming 25 feet and returning) are classified as non-swimmers and will wear properly fitted life jackets during all waterfront activities, ensuring they can safely enjoy water-based programming with appropriate supervision.
We take all dietary needs seriously. Parents must provide detailed allergy and dietary information during registration so our kitchen staff can prepare safe meals. We accommodate vegetarian, dairy-free, and gluten-free diets, and maintain a nut-aware environment with sunbutter as an alternative to peanut butter
We accommodate vegetarian, dairy-free, and gluten-free diets. For complex or multiple restrictions, we recommend discussing your child’s needs directly with our food service supervisor before camp to create an appropriate accommodation plan
