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Frequently Asked Questions- Where is Chestnut Lake located? Chestnut Lake is located in Beach Lake, Pa, 2 ½ hours from NYC and Philadelphia in the northeast corner of Pennsylvania. It is about 2 hours from central Westchester, NY.
-What is the food like? The Dining Hall offers a variety of meals designed for all types of eaters. There is a main course and a number of substitutes for each meal. The food is served family style by the staff waiters. The staff is also made aware of any food allergies and will cater to any special food needs.
-How can I stay in touch with my child? You can e-mail/send letters as often as you like. E-mails are printed and handed out daily after lunch.
-Is there a doctor/nurse on staff? There is a nurse on premises with a doctor on call 24/7. The Health Center will administer any medication that your child may take on a daily basis or as needed. They will also handle any medical needs that may arise while your child is at camp. In the unlikely event that your child needs medical attention, we will contact you.
-What is the ratio of camper to counselor? We try to keep the ratio of camper to counselor about 4 to 1.
-How many children/counselors in a bunk? There are 10 children and 2 counselors per bunk. -How many children are in an ensemble and how are they placed? There are between 3 and 6 members in a band and they are placed according to age and ability level.
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- A word from the director
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When I started Chappaqua Rocks I envisioned that it would be a way for me to impart knowledge gained over the years to students of all levels who share my desire to make music. I couldn't have asked for better results. The students play on such a high level...it never ceases to amaze me. When you see a bunch of 12 year olds tearing it up like pros you can't help but feel the excitement! What I never forsaw was that Chappaqua Rocks would so impact the lives of our students. Day after day they come in with an unwavering passion to get better and better. They forge strong friendships with their fellow band members and many have even vowed to keep their bands together. I've seen students come in so shy they would barely say a word and then walk out with the confidence of a rock star. This is what's special...it's what makes me feel like a rock star!
