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New York Camps Cope With COVID-19 Changes

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Camp JCC in Binghamton reopens on July 6 with new COVID-19 protocols
Camp JCC in Binghamton reopens on July 6 with new COVID-19 protocols.
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Keeping up the typical camp spirit requires some creative solutions. New York authorized day camps to open for the summer season, but reduced group sizes and social distancing means camp will look a little different.

To curb the spread of COVID-19, the state implemented several COVID-19 regulations specific to camps, which were allowed to reopen as early as June 29. Measures include limiting camp groups to 15 kids, requiring counselors to wear masks and ensuring each group at the camp has little to no contact with each other.

Read this full story from WSKG here: https://wskg.org/news/new-york-camps-cope-with-covid-19-changes/