Arts Camp

Stay Connected with Your Camper

April 17, 2026

💛 Staying Connected at Camp

We know how important it is to stay connected while your camper is away at camp. At Appel Farm, families can stay in touch in two ways:

• Bunk1 (digital): Fast, easy messaging + daily photos
• Snail Mail (traditional): Letters and care packages

You can use either or both—whatever works best for your family!

📱 Bunk1 (Fast & Easy)

We use Bunk1, a private, secure platform that allows you to:

• Send messages (Bunk Notes)
• Receive replies from your camper
• View daily camp photos

🚀 Getting Started

Go to www.Bunk1.com

• New Families: Click “New Here? Get Started” → Enter code APPEL26
• Returning Families: Log in with last year’s info

 ✉️ Bunk Notes & Replies

When prompted to select a bundle, choose any of the messaging bundles that include Bunk Notes and Bunk Replies.

These bundles give you credits to send messages and allow your camper to reply using Bunk1’s barcoded stationery.

To receive replies from your camper, you must do one of the following:

• Purchase Unlimited Stationery as part of your bundle, OR
• Go to the Bunk Replies tab, print the stationery, and send it with your camper

🔔 Important Notes:

• Bunk Notes are printed each morning at 9:30 AM EST and delivered after lunch
• Notes sent after 9:00 AM will be delivered the following day
• If you send a Bunk Note but do not provide barcoded stationery, your camper will only be able to reply via snail mail
• We cannot scan or email camper letters. Bunk1 or snail mail are the only ways to hear back

📎 Need help with Bunk1?
 If you have trouble logging in, setting up your account, or purchasing a bundle, please contact Bunk1 Support directly. Their contact information is included in the attached PDF.

📬 Sending Snail Mail

Campers love getting mail, and we deliver it Monday–Saturday during rest hour.

📍 Mailing AddressCamper Name, Bunk #  Appel Farm  PO Box 888 (or 457 Shirley Road for UPS/FedEx)  Elmer, NJ 08318

📍 Important Note About Bunk Numbers

• Campers receive their bunk assignment on Check-In Day
• Want to send mail or packages early? Email camp@appelfarm.org and we’ll help

✏️ What to Write

• Ask specific questions about their experience
• Share everyday updates from home
• Let them know you’re proud of them

(We recommend avoiding worrisome updates or making home sound “too fun” without them, as it can increase homesickness.)

📦 Care Packages

Care packages are always a hit!

✅ Great Things to Include:

• Books, magazines, puzzles, small games
• Frisbees or simple activities
• Stationery, stamps, batteries, or journals
• Fun games to play with bunk-mates

🚫 Please Do NOT Send:

• Food, candy, gum, or drinks
• Devices with cellular/data access (phones, smart devices, etc.)
• Any prohibited or hazardous items

⚠️ Care packages are opened in the camp office and our office staff must see the contents of the package. Prohibited items will be removed and discarded.

For a full list of restricted items, please refer to your Camp Handbook.

📸 Camp Photos

When prompted to select a bundle:

• Click the bundle link
• Scroll to the bottom and select “Photos Only”

This gives you free access to the camp photo gallery—no messaging features or credits required.

With Photo Only access, you can:

• Browse and favorite photos of your camper
• Share them with family and friends
• Order prints or high-resolution downloads if you’d like

✏️ Help Your Camper Write Back

Our campers have busy days, but we encourage letter writing!

We recommend packing:

• Pre-addressed, stamped envelopes for snail mail
• Stationery in a waterproof bag

We even offer fun letter-writing workshops to help campers stay connected!

We’re so excited to help you stay connected while your camper is off making incredible memories 💛

If you have any questions, we’re always happy to help!

The Appel Farm Arts Camp Team