How Camps are Vetted on CampSorted
We know that choosing a camp is about more than fun activities; it’s about safety, quality, and trust. That’s why every program you see on CampSorted goes through a vetting process before it’s listed. Here’s how we help parents feel confident while still encouraging you to review any camp you’re considering.
1. Basic Verification for Every Listing
Before a camp appears on CampSorted, we confirm:
Legitimate operation: The provider must have a functioning website, business details, or an official social presence that shows they run real programs.
Accurate contact information: We verify email and phone numbers so families can reach the camp directly.
Session details: Dates, ages served, and core activities must be clearly listed.
This first layer keeps our directory free from fake or inactive programs.
2. Compliance With Local Requirements
Camp regulations vary by state and county. While CampSorted doesn’t issue licenses ourselves, we:
Request confirmation that camps follow state or local requirements (such as permits, health inspections, or counselor background checks).
Encourage providers to share licensing or accreditation details in their listing.
Not showing listings that don’t supply basic safety or compliance information.
If a program hasn’t confirmed compliance, we’ll hold or remove its listing until it does.
3. Safety & Medical Readiness Disclosures
We ask camps to provide key details that help parents plan:
Staff certifications (CPR, First Aid)
Camper-to-staff ratios
Allergy or medical accommodations
Food safety and lunch policies
While we don’t audit on-site safety, we push camps to be transparent so families can evaluate whether a program meets their needs.
4. Ongoing Parent Feedback
CampSorted is built for families… and parent feedback matters. If a camp receives consistent concerns about safety, communication, or misrepresentation, we review those reports and may:
Ask the camp for clarification or updates
Pause or remove a listing until issues are addressed
This keeps the platform trustworthy and community-driven.
5. Your Role as a Parent
Our vetting process is designed to save you time and filter out questionable programs, but every family should still:
Review the camp’s website for policies and staff info
Call or email with any specific safety or medical questions
Ask about background checks, emergency plans, and refund rules
We make it easier to find camps worth considering… you decide if they’re the right fit for your child.
Bottom Line
CampSorted verifies that camps are real, compliant, and transparent, and we monitor feedback to maintain trust. But the final choice is always yours and we give you the tools to make it confidently.