A TYPICAL DAY FOR A CAMPER AT MAKEMIE WOODS
Because the campers themselves contribute to deciding what their daily activities will be, a firm schedule is not set until after the campers arrive. Each camper can be assured that every day will be filled with many of the following activities:
BIBLE STUDY AND WORSHIP: Time is set aside to focus on our faith. A short and exciting Bible study will be led each day by a minister or Christian educator. Campers and staff lead Vesper worship in the evenings. Morning watch and devotions add times of learning and discussion.
SWIMMING: The Makemie Woods pool is equipped with a diving board and a basketball goal! All activities at the pool are supervised by qualified lifeguards.
BOATING: Rowboats (for younger campers) and canoes give campers the opportunity to explore the reservoir. All campers are required to wear lifejackets when boating. Activities are supervised by certified lifeguards.
CRAFTS: Using natural and recycled materials, campers will have the opportunity to make a variety of items they will be proud to bring home.
ARCHERY: Most campers enrolled in sessions for 4th grade and older will have the opportunity to learn and practice archery skills. Campers will be instructed by certified staff.
ZIP LINES: Campers in traditional camp sessions beginning with 6th graders or older will have the opportunity to "fly" on the camp's zip lines. These "hand-stop" lines allow the participant to control their own speed. No climbing is involved, so this activity is available even to persons with some mobility impairments. (Off-site trip camps and specialty camps will only be able to participate if time and weather permit.)
BIBLE STUDY AND WORSHIP: Time is set aside to focus on our faith. A short and exciting Bible study will be led each day by a minister or Christian educator. Campers and staff lead Vesper worship in the evenings. Morning watch and devotions add times of learning and discussion.
SWIMMING: The Makemie Woods pool is equipped with a diving board and a basketball goal! All activities at the pool are supervised by qualified lifeguards.
BOATING: Rowboats (for younger campers) and canoes give campers the opportunity to explore the reservoir. All campers are required to wear lifejackets when boating. Activities are supervised by certified lifeguards.
CRAFTS: Using natural and recycled materials, campers will have the opportunity to make a variety of items they will be proud to bring home.
ARCHERY: Most campers enrolled in sessions for 4th grade and older will have the opportunity to learn and practice archery skills. Campers will be instructed by certified staff.
ZIP LINES: Campers in traditional camp sessions beginning with 6th graders or older will have the opportunity to "fly" on the camp's zip lines. These "hand-stop" lines allow the participant to control their own speed. No climbing is involved, so this activity is available even to persons with some mobility impairments. (Off-site trip camps and specialty camps will only be able to participate if time and weather permit.)
CAMP STORE: Each camper will have the opportunity to purchase a soda for $.60 before lunch. At least once during their stay, each camper will visit the "camp store" after lunch to purchase souvenirs.
CAPERS: Each camper group will be assigned a responsibility daily which serves the larger camp community, such as cleaning or leading vespers.
MEALS: Generally, meals and snacks are served in the Main Lodge, with all campers eating together. Most campers will have the opportunity to cook-out over an open fire.
MAIL: Letters should be sent at least 3 days in advance to assure delivery. Address: Camper’s name, camp session, PO Box 39, Barhamsville VA 23011. DO NOT SEND FOOD!! We don’t want to invite unwanted critters or bugs into the living quarters.
E-MAIL: Parents may also send email to their camper through a service called Parent Communicator. A link to this service will be provided on our home page at the time of summer camp. This service consolidates and sorts all incoming camper e-mail, allowing the staff to focus on taking care of your kids. All proceeds from the use of this service benefit the Makemie Woods Scholarship Fund. Please do not send camper e-mail to the camp e-mail addresses, it will not be delivered.
CAPERS: Each camper group will be assigned a responsibility daily which serves the larger camp community, such as cleaning or leading vespers.
MEALS: Generally, meals and snacks are served in the Main Lodge, with all campers eating together. Most campers will have the opportunity to cook-out over an open fire.
MAIL: Letters should be sent at least 3 days in advance to assure delivery. Address: Camper’s name, camp session, PO Box 39, Barhamsville VA 23011. DO NOT SEND FOOD!! We don’t want to invite unwanted critters or bugs into the living quarters.
E-MAIL: Parents may also send email to their camper through a service called Parent Communicator. A link to this service will be provided on our home page at the time of summer camp. This service consolidates and sorts all incoming camper e-mail, allowing the staff to focus on taking care of your kids. All proceeds from the use of this service benefit the Makemie Woods Scholarship Fund. Please do not send camper e-mail to the camp e-mail addresses, it will not be delivered.
