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Frequently Asked Questions

General
Q: What is the Cleveland Indians Fantasy Camp?
Q: What is the average age and skill level of a Fantasy Camp participant?
Q: Am I required to live in Ohio to attend camp?
Q: What do I need to bring?
Q: What is the appropriate dress while at camp?
Q: What is the cost of Fantasy Camp?
Q: As a camper, what do I receive for my $4,900 donation?
Q: As a veteran camper, what do I receive for my $4,700 donation?
Q: Can a camper bring along a family member or spouse?
Q: What is Photo Day?
Q: I signed up for camp but an emergency prevents me from attending. What happens to my balance?
Q: Is a portion of Fantasy Camp tax-deductible?

Baseball Related
Q: What is the team format and game schedule?
Q: What is the Pro vs Camper game and when is it played?
Q: How are teams formed?
Q: May I request to play on the same team as a friend or family member also attending camp?
Q: What entails the Pre-Camp and Post-Camp Experiences at Progressive Field?
Q: What is Kangaroo Kourt?
Q: What are Bull Session?

Travel Related
Q: What are my travel options?
Q: When are the group flights?
Q: Do I need a rental car?
Q: Are there any deductions available?

Lodging Related
Q: At what hotel will the group be lodging?
Q: How does the roommate situation work?
Q: Are private rooms available?

Uniform Related
Q: What is the camp uniform?
Q: How do I make sure my uniform will fit correctly?
Q: What tips can be provided to help determine your uniform sizes?

Q: What is the Cleveland Indians Fantasy Camp?
A: The Cleveland Indians Fantasy Camp is a week-long baseball camp for men and women over 30 years of age; all proceeds from camp benefit Cleveland Indians Charities. Participants will spend a week playing and talking baseball alongside numerous former Indians greats at the team's brand new Spring Training Facility in Goodyear, AZ. Physical activity is required, as there is a 7-Game schedule which culminates with a Championship Game. All teams will also play a game against the pros.

Q: What is the average age and skill level of a Fantasy Camp participant?
A: The majority of campers fall within the range of mid 40s to mid 60s. While the skill level is obviously varied, the most important element is fun. Whether participants are in their 30s, 40s, 50s or 60s, the games are both fun and competitive for all.

Q: Am I required to live in Ohio to attend camp?
A: Absolutely not. Tribe fans from all over the country and occasionally other countries attend camp.

Q: What do I need to bring?
A: All you need is your glove, rubber cleats (no metal spikes allowed), and if you have your own special wood bat, you may bring that along, too. This is the Major Leagues, thus no aluminum bats are allowed! Professional quality bats will be provided. If you do choose to travel with your own wood bats, we encourage you to contact your airline regarding proper travel instructions.

Q: What is the appropriate dress while at camp?
A: You will spend most of the days on the field in your baseball uniform, but off the field dress is casual (jeans, shorts, polo shirts, etc.). Favorite Fans should also dress comfortably and for the weather. At Friday night's Awards Banquet, the dress is a little more formal. Most men choose to wear a sport coat and most women a suit or skirt. Ties are optional.

Q: What is the cost of Fantasy Camp?
A: Camp is obtained through a $4,900 donation to Cleveland Indians Charities (CIC). A portion of each donation may be tax deductible. Following camp, participants will be provided a letter from CIC that we encourage be sent to their tax advisors.

Q: As a camper, what do I receive for my $4,900 donation?
A: Click here for a complete list of details. In short, we take care of most everything: round trip group flight, ground transportation needs, luxurious hotel accommodations at the Renaissance Glendale Resort and Spa, breakfast and lunch daily at the ballpark, select dinners throughout the week, complete authentic uniforms, expert trainers to keep you on the field, a clubhouse staff to care for your uniforms, and more!

Q: As a veteran camper, what do I receive for my $4,700 donation?
A: Everything listed above excluding a complete new uniform. Veteran campers WILL receive a personalized home white Indians jersey, but must bring their remaining uniform pieces to receive the deduction (blue jersey, white pants, mock turtlenecks, and dugout jacket). Veterans may fill out a Uniform Accessories Form to purchase separately any of those uniform pieces.

Q: Can a camper bring along a family member or spouse?
A: Yes, campers may purchase a "Favorite Fan" package, which provides a person of his or her choice (usually a spouse or family member) with an all-inclusive trip to Goodyear, AZ. The "Favorite Fan" is at camp from Saturday to Saturday, flying round-trip and rooming with the camper. Breakfast and lunch at the ballpark will be provided, along with a ticket to Saturday's welcome reception, Sunday's special "Favorite Fan" dinner, Thursday's Championship BBQ, and Friday's Awards Banquet.

A limited number of Favorite Fan packages are available, and the cost is $2,000. "Favorite Fan" packages must be confirmed by October 1, 2008 to insure the two parties can fly together on the same flight.

Q: What is Photo Day?
A: A still photograph of your team will be taken Monday morning and will be available for review the following day. Following camp, each camper is provided a Team Photo, as well as 50 personalized baseball cards. Supplementary photos will be made available throughout the week at an additional cost.

Q: I signed up for camp but an emergency prevents me from attending. What happens to my balance?
A: Fantasy Camp policy dictates that your balance be transferred to the following year's camp. If future camp participation becomes impossible, we will deduct all incurred hard costs and then refund your remaining balance. Hard costs include uniforms, bats, airfare, gifts and administration fees. Items will be sent following the conclusion of camp.

Q: Is a portion of Fantasy Camp tax-deductible?
A: A portion of the Fantasy Camp may be tax deductible. Following camp, Cleveland Indians Charities will provide a receipt for income tax purposes. Your tax deduction will be the excess of the camp price over the fair value of the goods and services you will receive.

* Cleveland Indians Charities suggests and encourages you to please consult your tax advisor to determine whether a deduction of any portion is allowable. The exact amount of your deduction will vary depending on your tax bracket or other personal tax circumstances as each person's tax situation is unique, whether you file as a single person or jointly.

Q: What is the team format and game schedule?
A: Camp will feature two divisions and equal number of teams. Each team will play a seven game schedule (doubleheaders Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday; single game Thursday morning). The top two teams in each division will battle for the Fantasy Camp Championship on Thursday night under the lights.

Q: What is the Pro vs Camper game and when is it played?
A: A highlight for most campers is playing a game against the pros. The pros will pair up during the week to lead each team, but at the end of the week the pros will form one team and take on each team of campers. The Pro games will either occur Thursday afternoon prior to Thursday evening's Championship Game or Friday morning.

Q: How are teams formed?
A: The pros will assemble Sunday afternoon and conduct a draft to determine the teams. The draft is closed to campers and favorite fans.

Q: May I request to play on the same team as a friend or family member also attending camp?
A: Yes, we allow up to four (4) campers to be drafted together on the same team (special consideration will be given to family members). Campers are able to indicate their teammate preference(s) the first day of camp on the bulletin board inside the clubhouse. Additional details will be announced during Saturday's Welcome Dinner.

Q: What entails the Pre-Camp and Post-Camp Experiences at Progressive Field?
A: Campers will be invited to Progressive Field this fall for the Pre-Camp Experience, as they will hit and throw in the batting cages as well as be professionally fitted for their camp uniforms. A Post-Camp Experience will take place in the early summer of '09 where campers will return to Progressive Field for the Fantasy Camp Reunion and play a game on the field!

Q: What is Kangaroo Kourt?
A: Presided by the Judge and Sergeant at Arms, Kanagaroo Kourt provides participants the opportunity to fine one another for inappropriate behavior. All proceeds will be donated to charity. Kangaroo Kourt is held Sunday through Wednesday evenings and is mandatory for all campers, pros and staff.

Q: What are Bull Sessions?
A: Bull Sessions are informal baseball discussions led by various pros. The Bull Sessions serve as a great means of getting to know the pros and gaining additional insight from their playing careers. Bull Sessions will occur nightly Sunday through Wednesday; the schedule and pros of honor will be announced during camp.

Q: What are my travel options?
A: Campers may utilize our group flights out of Cleveland, OH or may make their own travel arrangements to Goodyear, AZ, which is located 25 miles due west of Phoenix.

Q: When are the group flights?
A: Our group flights are provided by Continental Airlines, the official airline of the Cleveland Indians, and travel from Cleveland Hopkins Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport. Group flights will leave Cleveland January 24 and return January 31. Please understand persons who choose to fly with the group are expected to fly both to and from Phoenix with the group, and any desired flight deviations are the financial responsibility of the camper.

Q: Do I need a rental car?
A: As part of the package and for your convenience, ground transportation will be provided from the Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport to the Renaissance Glendale Resort and Spa in accordance with our group flights. Ground transportation will also be provided daily at designated times from the Renaissance Glendale Resort and Spa to the Indians Training Complex, roughly a 15 minute commute. The transportation schedule will be published daily in the camp newspaper.

Should your transportation needs be more extensive, we recommend you consider renting a car for added flexibility. Please note that any personal travel, or travel outside the designated schedule, will be the responsibility of the camper or the favorite fan.

Q: Are there any deductions available?
A: An Airfare Deduction of $275 is available to all campers and/or favorite fans who wish to make their own travel arrangements. This deduction is per person. Please schedule your flight to coincide with the group flights (Cleveland to Phoenix) so you are guaranteed ground transportation to Goodyear. If not, you may need to be responsible for your own ground transportation to and from the airport.

Q: At what hotel will the group be lodging?
A: Campers will enjoy luxurious hotel accommodations at the new Renaissance Glendale Resort and Spa, located a short drive from the Spring Training Complex.

Q: How does the roommate situation work?
A: All rooms at the Renaissance Glendale Resort and Spa are double occupancy. Campers will have the opportunity to request a specific roommate; otherwise we will assign roommates according to similar age and same smoking preference.

Q: Are private rooms available?
A: A very limited number of private rooms are available at an additional cost of $800. These are available on a first-come-first-serve basis. Private rooms are available at an additional cost of $800.

Q: What is the camp uniform?
A: Campers will receive a uniform consisting of two jerseys (home white and alternate blue), one pair of baseball pants, two mock turtlenecks, one dugout jacket, belt , pair of socks, and fitted cap.

Q: How do I make sure my uniform will fit correctly?
A: The Indians will conduct a Pre-Camp Experience at Progressive Field in the fall of 2008. During this session, campers will be professionally measured for uniforms. Should you be unable to attend the Pre-Camp Experience, we encourage you to visit an Indians team shop so you can try on jerseys, hats and mock turtlenecks. We also suggest you NOT estimate low on your sizes, as you may be uncomfortable all week long. Indians Fantasy Camp representatives will gladly assist with any uniform related questions you might have.

Q: What tips can be provided to help determine your uniform sizes?
A:
a. Jersey - Rule of thumb is that your sport coat size is your uniform size (i.e. 42, 48, 54).

b. Pants - Modern players measure length from their inseam to the ball of their ankle; "old-fashioned" players measure from their inseam to their lower/mid calf.

c. Mock Turtleneck and Lined Dugout Jacket - These are available in the following adult sizes: M, L, XL, 2XL

d. Fitted hat - Range in sizes from 6 7/8 to 8.