Summer is a special time to be a kid! No school, more independence and the adventure and beauty of the outdoors. Rhodes Grove is a great place that provides this unique experience and much, much more. And we add a very important dynamic: a Godly, trained counselor to be a guide. We strive to provide an environment where each young person can ask questions, seek answers and discover that God is real and wants to have a purposeful relationship with them.
Each summer, Rhodes Grove offers various weeks of exciting youth camping opportunities for campers ranging from 2nd grade through high school. Each week includes 'Facing North' chapel and devotional times designed to help campers get to know God better. When you send your child to Rhodes Grove, you will be allowing them to eat, sleep, worship, play and create memories in a community that is designed to assist in their spiritual development.
What's there to do @ camp?
Swimming, Archery, Bible Studies, Crafts, Sports, Skateboarding, Alpine Tower, Big Swing, Campfires, Horses, Nature Exploration, Waterslide, The Gaga Pit, Exciting Games, Ultimate Cooking, Devotions, Camp Songs, Challenging Speakers, Ping Pong, Frisbee Golf, Model Rocketry, Pinewood Derby, Carpetball, 'Facing North' Worship, Camp Store, Canoe Trips, Food, Food, Food!
Summer Camp 2010
Theme: The Pursuit
Verse: 2 Timothy 2:22 - Flee the evil desires of youth, and pursue righteousness, faith, love and peace, along with those who call on the Lord with a pure heart.
This summer will focus on turning away from temptation and worldly desires and chase after righteousness, faith, love and peace with direction and purpose...and to do this with other believers! Our counselors and staff are carefully selected and trained for this very purpose. We want to help your child build a relationship with Jesus Christ by providing personal attention and supervision as well as building lasting relationships with campers and staff. Join us this summer as we go on THE PURSUIT!
2010 Memory Verses
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Campership Funds
We understand that not everyone can afford to come to camp. Each summer Rhodes Grove challenges hundreds of campers to grow closer to God and we don't want anyone to be left out of the experience. Thanks to the support and generosity of Rhodes Grove donors, we maintain a Campership Fund to help families send their kids to camp. If you would like information on receiving Campership funds please contact us before the registration deadline. You may also download the application . |
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Day Camp
Start your child's camping experience with us! Day Camp is designed to introduce your little camper to all the fun of camp without the anxiety of being away for a week. Featured activities include crafts, worship, free time, noon lunch and an optional overnight cabin experience complete with campfire and songs! Campers arrive at 9:00 AM and depart at 3:45 PM. Transportation can be provided upon request from Chambersburg (King Street Church) and Waynesboro (Otterbein Ministry Center) areas at no extra charge. |
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Swim Camp
Slap on the sunscreen! Swim Camp designed to teach basic swimming and water safety skills. Your camper will enjoy learning and playing in a safe environment under the watchful eye of specially trained staff. Campers arrive at 9:00 am and depart at 3:45 pm. Transportation can be provided upon request from Chambersburg (King Street Church) and Waynesboro (Otterbein Ministry Center) areas at no extra charge. They may choose to join the Day campers in the optional overnight cabin experience. |
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Adventure and Journey camps are traditional, 5-day resident programs that begin on Sunday afternoon and end Friday afternoon. Spend your week doing activities you love and worshipping with exciting music and challenging speakers. During free time you can choose your own adventure by going swimming, riding the zipline, getting candy at the camp store or much more. You'll leave with great memories and a challenge to live your life for Jesus! |
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Sr High Camp
Quest camp is your chance to escape the demands of being a high school student and getting away to relax at camp. Quest camp is designed to be highly relational as we relax the schedule, let you stay up late and give you a chance to see old friends and meet some new ones. Special activities include late night games, a day away at a state park, a talent show, a movie under the stars and an extended stay into Saturday. Not to mention being challenged to follow Jesus in everything you do. Get ready for one of the most exciting weeks of your year!
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Horsemanship Camps
Come join our professional wrangler, Heather Conley and her wrangling crew for an unforgettable week at our Rhodes Grove Ranch. Sign up quick - Space is limited! |
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Equestrian Experience camp is a program designed to create a heightened horsemanship experience for the seasoned rider. Campers will participate in the traditional schedule for our Quest Camp but will also have the added benefit of specially crafted horse activities. Equestrian Experience includes drill team activities, individual skill activities rodeo games and more. There will also be a 3 hour trail ride in the Michaux State Forest for a special day-away. Open for guy & gal campers, each rider should have at least 25 hours of experience, a high level of confidence and control and plan to spend approximately 4 hours a day in the barn and corral.
Mustangs & Mavericks camps are designed for the intermediate rider looking to add more skill to their abilities. Open for guy and gal campers there are two weeks to choose from. Campers will enjoy all the activities of traditional camp while also experiencing the added benefit of caring for and riding an exclusive horse all week. Horses and tack are provided by the camp. A special highlight is the overnight, rustic, trail adventure in the Michaux State Forest. Campers will sleep under the stars, while enjoying fellowship with others in God's beautiful creation. This is an awesome overnight adventure! (We recommend 10-15 hours of previous horse experience for these camps).
Wild Wind camp is designed for advanced riders looking for the ultimate wilderness horsemanship experience. To attend this camp riders must be female, have had previous Rhodes Grove Horse Camp (or equivalent overnight trip) experience and 25 hours of horse experience (participants will be asked to validate riding experience). Wild Wind includes two overnights on the trail in the Michaux State Forest. These rustic adventures will be extremely fun, but also extremely challenging. Riders will be taken to a new level in their equestrian skills! |
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Money Saving Tips
1. Register and pay in full by January 31, 2010 and receive $25 off and free summer theme t-shirt.*
2. Register and pay in full by March 31, 2010 and receive $15 off and free summer theme t-shirt.*
3. Register with the $50 deposit by March 31, 2010 and receive free summer theme t-shirt.*
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Register Day & Swim campers and pay in full by March 31, 2010 and receive $10 off.
5. Earn a $10 credit to the camp store when you bring a friend**
who has never been a camper at Rhodes Grove before. You can earn up to $30 in credit to the Camp Store! Campers must come the same week of camp. Store credit is not refundable.
6. Earn FREE CAMP when you bring 4 siblings or friends** who have never been to Rhodes Grove before.
7. Multiple Child Discount - If you register multiple children from your family you can receive a $25 discount for each child.
*Not including Day & Swim Camp
**Friends(s) and/or siblings(s) must be listed on registration. If you earn free camp, applicable refunds will be made to the originally registered camper at the end of our camping season in August.
Alpine Tower
Have you tried it? As an optional activity, Journey campers are invited to climb the 50 foot wooden tower at nearby Manito, Inc. Stretch yourself as you learn teamwork, trust, cooperation, and communication skills. Is it safe? Only certified equipment is used, trained staff leads the sessions, and campers are harnessed in case of a fall. Is it fun? Of course! Over 30 different climbing route variations are possible. Why else would we have to limit the number to 24 campers?! Take the Alpine Tower challenge! Be sure to complete the Alpine Tower Liability Release Form.
Rhodes Grove has been a member in good standing of the Christian Camp and Conference Association (CCCA), www.ccca.org , since 1970. The CCCA exists to proclaim the power and benefits of the Christian camp and conference experience, and to provide leaders at member organizations with ongoing encouragement, professional training, and timely resources.
