Sevadaars Needed!!

To get things rolling for the Waterloo Sikh Youth Camp this year, we are sending a detailed email with descriptions of the types of Sevadaars that are needed.  Please Fill out the Form to keep things organized and indicate what type of Seva you would be interested in committing yourself to.  Feel free to pass this email onto anyone else (19+) who you feel would like to take part in Seva for this year's camp. 

Many of you have attended the previous camps; however we will briefly outline some major points about the camp:

Some references to different types of Sevadaars will be made throughout the email.  You will be provided with a Full List of Sevadaar Descriptions at the end of this email along with the Form.

Transportation:

Transportation will be provided to and from the camp as long as the Sevadaars are made aware well in advance.  If you have a car that you can bring and provide transportation for other Sevadaars please let us know as soon as possible.

Comfort Issue:

The Campers as well as the Sevadaars are expected to stay at the Gurughar at all times unless otherwise instructed:  For example, if supplies need to be purchased and you have volunteered to be the "Purchaser of Supplies Sevadaar" or are accompanying Sevadaars that need to purchase supplies.  However, under all circumstances, all individuals must notify the "Security Sevadaars" immediately if they need to leave Gurughar premises at any time. 

This is a CO-ED camp and we would like to assure everyone that this is not a get-together for members of the opposite-sex.  Sevadaars are taking necessary steps to ensure that everyone is comfortable and safe.  The girls (campers and sevadaars) will be sleeping upstairs in a room that will be locked throughout the night.  The boys (campers and sevadaars) will be sleeping downstairs and that room will also be locked.  These two areas are completely separate from one another.  Please notify everyone of this if they ask you about the camp because it is a major concern of parents and we would like them to feel comfortable knowing that all comfort issues and safety precautions will be adhered to throughout the camp.

"Security Sevadaars" will be patrolling throughout the day and night to ensure everyone's safety and of course if any campers need to use the washroom during the night or if there are any other emergencies. 

**See below for more information about this Seva**

Calling All Sevadaars: 
Please note:  These are only brief descriptions and a fuller more descriptive outline will be provided to each of you who volunteer for specific Sevas.  You can volunteer for more than one Seva; however, some Sevadaar positions have a limited number of spaces.  Please read all the information about each Sevadaar and email back if you have any questions: 

Creative Sevadaars (No limit):  You will be responsible for coming up with creative activities to do throughout the camp.  Campers love Arts/Crafts and we need some amazing, creative, and possibly unique ideas this year.  Icebreakers for the beginning of the camp are also in this department.  You do not have to physically lead the activity if you do not wish to, but planning is essential.  Making a detailed list is crucial to ensure that everything runs smoothly.  Each Camper and Sevadaar will be given a 'package of memories' and it is the responsibility of the creative sevadaars to come up with appropriate fillers for this package.  You will be working with the Supplies Sevadaars to let them know of any supplies you will need for any activities.   

Workshop Sevadaars (No limit):  You will be responsible for brainstorming ideas for themes of workshops, possible lectures, and suggesting any guest speakers.  Handouts, lecture material will need to be approved by the workshop sevadaars.  You do not have to physically lead the workshops yourself (unless you want to) but planning is essential.  You will be working with the Supplies Sevadaars to let them know of any supplies you will need for any workshops.

Divan Sevadaars (2 Sevadaars):  You will be responsible for ensuring that there are individuals present for Ardaas Seva, Prakaash Seva, Sukhaasan Seva, Nitnem Seva, Rehraas Seva, and Kirtan Seva.  You will also be responsible for encouraging the campers to actively participate in these Sevas equally.

Security Sevadaars (4 Sevadaars):  You will be responsible to ensure everyone's safety throughout the camp.  You will either have a valid CPR certificate or experience in the medical, security/self-defense fields.  Night patrolling, locking up and medical emergencies are just a few of the responsibilities of Security Sevadaars.  If any individuals need to leave the Gurudwara premises at any time during the camp, it is your responsibility to make a list of time in and time out for the individuals and discuss the whereabouts for the individual with the other Security Sevadaars.  Please keep in mind however; under no circumstances must any Sevadaars/Campers leave the Gurudwara premises after 10:00pm.  You will be working with the Supplies Sevadaars to let them know of any supplies you may need incase of any emergency (i.e. first aid kits)     

Langar Sevadaars (No limit):  You will be responsible for preparing healthy menus for Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner and snacks.  You will also be responsible for getting different group of kids (who will be assigned Seva for the day) involved with doing Langar Seva.  You will be working with the Supplies Sevadaars to let them know of any supplies you need for Langar throughout the camp. 

Sports Sevadaars (No limit):  You will be responsible for getting campers and sevadaars to actively participate in sports and fitness activities.  You will also be responsible for coming up with sports activities throughout the camp as well as various fitness exercises.  Also, PlayDay is another event that you will be responsible for organizing.  You will be working with the Supplies Sevadaars to let them know of any supplies you need for any activities.

Supplies Sevadaars (3 Sevadaars):  You will be responsible to ensuring all Sevadaars are properly equipped with supplies.  You will keep a collection of all receipts and expenses made throughout the camp.  You will be working with all Sevadaars and atleast one Sevadaar must have a car to use to go out and get supplies throughout the camp. 

Media Sevadaars (No limit):  You will be responsible for taking pictures, making videos, and audio recordings.  Any videos/pictures that will be going up on personal sites (such as facebook) or public sites (any Sikhi website, etc.) need the approval of camp Sevadaars.  This is to ensure that no inappropriate pictures are put up and respecting the 'comfort issues'.   

Transportation Sevadaars (No limit):  You will be responsible for arranging rides for other Sevadaars.  You will need access to a vehicle during the duration of the camp and possibly before the camp to purchase supplies with Sevadaars from different departments.