Classes are held outdoors unless there is a heavy rain. Proper attire, including good shoes for outside use, is recommended. Special evening programs are scheduled throughout the week for their social as well as academic value. Students at camp are taught by professional foresters employed in both the public and private sectors. These instructors stay at the camp and are available for private consultation.
Camp counselors reside in the student dormitories and are available at all times.
Ohio Forestry Camp is an academic camp. Students are expected to give their attention to the instructors and to prepare for an examination in each subject. The top 10 individuals are recognized, and all students receive a certificate. Students and their sponsors also receive a directory of students, counselors, and instructors attending the camp. Making friends is an added advantage of camp and many friendships begin by participation in recreational programs.