Registration
Forms and Information
Camp Directory
Transportation and Lodging
Daily Camp Schedule

Registration

1.  How can I register for the camp?
Within the web site of the camp location you are interested in, there is an enrollment form for you to fill out. The camps are open for enrollment to new campers on July 16 for the following year.

2.  When is the registration deadline?
The deadline for sign up for the camps is April 15^th.  However the camps fill up quickly. 

3.  If I am currently enrolled in a camp, and want to move to another camp, what is the procedure?
Enter the website for the Reno camp, select the Information Request Form, and fill out the form with the request. If you want to move to a camp that is already closed, your name will be place onto a waiting list for that camp.

4.  What is the deadline to request a change to another camp?
If you were already enrolled in one of the college camps, the last day for changes would be October 15, 2008.

5.  Is there a financial charge or penalty for changing camps?
There is no penalty assessed for simply changing camps.

1.  What forms must I fill out for the camp?
Initially you will need to fill out the registration and payment forms listed on the home page of the web site.  Later there will be additional forms such as liability hold harmless, room information, and emergency notification among others. 

2.  How do I get the required forms?
The additional forms will be posted to the web site at specified times during the year.

3.  How will future camp information be distributed to the campers?
The primary source for distribution of all camp information will be the web site.  When you enroll in a camp, you will create a password that will allow access to information for campers only.  The method to access the web, key dates for information and other administrative procedures will be outlined in an email from the camp directors in mid-February.  The secondary source of information will be the FAQ’S.

4.  Can I review or change my background information by using the web site?
Yes by using the ‘Information Request Form’ contained on the home page of your camp.

5.  Will there be additional information available pertaining to the camps via the web site?
Yes.  As outlined above, there will be additional forms that each camper will have to fill out, as well as instructional/informational emails from each of the camp directors.  There will be an email outlining the approximate dates of when forms and other information will be released.  We encourage all campers to check the web site on a periodic basis.

6.  How do I access the information posted to the web site?
Once you have registered for camp, information is accessed from the web site by using your name and password defined by you during registration.  After entering the site with your password, access the latest information from the options in the left corner.

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Camp Directory

1.  What information is included in the camp directory?
Each camper will have their contact information, years experience at the NCAA LEVEL, and a photograph.  This is extremely important as a reference during camp for the staff that will be evaluating each official. 

2.  Do I need to submit a photo for the directory?
Yes!  This is probably the MOST IMPORTANT pre-camp responsibility you will have.  The value of the photograph for use by the staff and other campers is immeasurable.

3.  When will the photo be due and what size should the photo be?
The photo is due by March 15, 2008 and MUST BE PASSPORT SIZE.  You may use last year's photo, if you wish. Please do not submit an oversized picture and expect the staff to try to crop the picture to the required passport size.

4.  Where do I send my photo and can I send it by email?
The photo should be sent to Ken Rivera. Your PASSPORT SIZE photo can be sent to Ken via email at mwcsuper@comcast.net or via mail at 755 N. Peach Ave., Suite E-7 Clovis, CA 93611.  His phone number is 559-824-5177.

1.  How many campers to a room and can I designate another camper to room with?
At the Reno camp there will be two campers per room.   You will have an opportunity to request a roommate on the form for Housing Information that will be available shortly.

2.  Can my spouse stay with me at the camp?
Yes, however you will be charged an additional $75.00 per night for the 3 nights of the camp. Meals and other related expenses for your spouse will be additional at your expense.

3.  Will the hotel provide special room rates for the Reno Camps if I arrive early or want to stay after the camp is completed?
Any additional arrangements for extended stay will be the responsibility of each camper and can be made by contacting the hotel directly at 800-423-1121 ext. 3045.  This is direct to the hotel sales group, and reference the Football Officials Camp when talking to them.

4.  If I fly to the camp, how will I get back and forth between the hotel and airport?
Upon arrival at the Reno camps, there will be a hotel shuttle available outside baggage claim.   There will be a hotel shuttle to take campers to the airport for departure.  The camper will be responsible to coordinate the shuttle.  More information will follow concerning pick up locations etc.

5.  If I drive to the camp, will there be a charge for parking at the site?
There is no charge for parking at any of the camps unless you choose to use the hotel valet service, which will become the camper’s personal expense.

6.  Each day of the camp, how will I get from the hotel to the University of Nevada facilities?
The camp will provide buses to take the staff and campers to the facilities.  They will depart at a predefined time.

7.  If I drive my car to the University, will I need a parking permit or pay parking fees?
There are some areas that require a permit and others that are free.

8.  Will meals be provided as part of the camp?
Yes.  All meals are included in the camp.  The majority will be served in the campus dining facilities.  This includes breakfast, lunch and dinner. In addition, you will receive a lunch voucher at registration that you may use during your stay at Harrah's.

9.  When can I check into the hotel?
Check in to the hotel by 1:00PM on Tuesday, however your room may not be available for immediate occupancy.  At the start of the program on Tuesday, there will be an area to store your travel gear if your room is not available.

10.  How do I check in upon arrival and check out from the hotel?
Upon arrival you will go to the registration desk, receive your key, complete a form and leave a credit card for PERSONAL incidental charges such as in room movies, room service, or in-room snacks.  There will be a camp hospitality room that you will visit to receive additional material after you check in. If you check in prior to Tuesday, or check out after Friday, all expenses related to those periods will be the responsibility of the camper.

11. When is hotel check out?
For camp purposes, check out is anytime by noon on Friday

1.  When does the camp begin and end?
A.  The camp program begins with meetings at 2:30PM on Tuesday.  Friday activity is limited to check out and departures.

2.  When working on the field, do I wear full uniform?
All evening scrimmages will be in full uniform.  White shorts will be acceptable for on field activity schedule during the morning or afternoon sessions.

3.  How many snaps will I see during my time on the field?
It is estimated that you will be involved in at least 150-200 snaps.

4.  How will I receive feedback or evaluation from the staff?
You will receive direct feed back during the scrimmages from staff assigned to your crew each evening.  In addition your crew will be taped at one scrimmage and will then have your performance reviewed the following day by staff member.  On the last day of camp, your crew will have another evaluation session with a staff member who will provide a compilation of observations from comments gathered from all staff members who observed your crew during the camp.

5.  Will I receive a copy of my crew and I on tape?
Yes.  Each of you will receive a DVD of your scrimmage prior to leaving camp.

6.  Will there be classroom instruction and where will the meetings take place?
During the camp there will be classroom discussions on various aspects of the game.  These will be held on campus at the University.

7.  What happens if I miss the bus from the hotel during the camp?
You will be responsible for your own method of transportation to the campus facilities.

8.  What is the dress for the banquet on Thursday evening?
We would like each member to dress business casual, with a nice pair of slacks and shirt with a collar.  Ties and coats are purely optional and not required.