The camp committee was meeting more regularly during the spring, reviewing applications for staff, discussing new policies, accepting final payments and organizing small get-togethers to allow the new staff to get to know each other.

Over the years many different policies were instituted for the safety of the children and staff and also to comply with different state regulations. But, one question continued to be brought up concerning the admittance of “borderline retarded children or handicapped children”.

In 1960, it was noted in the minutes that handicapped children would be accepted, which would include the hard of hearing or those who were slightly crippled (due to hilly terrain). Physical examinations were always part of the camper’s acceptance, including those with no infirmities.

In 1961, after no applications had been received for any campers with physical limitations, it was decided “it would be best to work them through the Live Y’er program” at the YWCA.

In 1964, the issue came up again. “Borderline retarded children to be considered, upon recommendation of Mrs. Larry Miller of Fordson High, Dearborn Schools”, with the possibility of admitting four, was the consideration in the minutes.

As a counselor, member of the staff or camper, what type of disabilities were admitted to camp? Were the girls with limitations able to navigate the camp grounds easily and were they treated well by their bunk mates?