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Upcoming Events at Makemie Woods

In addition to our summer program, Makemie Woods hosts the following events:

  • Presbytery retreats for Middle and High School youth
  • A training event for leaders of youth
  • A Get-away weekend for Single-Parent Families , usually late May or early June
  • A Summer Camp Open House, usually in April
  • A Family Camp, usually in late summer
  • A Presbytery-wide Picnic, usually in the early fall
  • Winter Camp in December
  • A staff reunion in December
  • "First Friday" Senior Luncheons

Specific dates for many of these events are listed below:

June 1-3: Single-Parent Family Get-Away!
This annual weekend is great way to for single-parent families to get a break from their routines.  Kids do camp fun while parents get to have adult conversation and time for spiritual growth. 
  • Find out more
  • Register online
  • Download brochure
  • Download Flyer to post at your church, gym, library...

June 17: Summer Camp Begins!

July 3:  Fame Camp Performance -- Laurel Hall, 7 PM
July 4:  Fame Camp Performance -- Location TBA
July 5:  Fame Camp Performance -- Location TBA

July 12 -20:  Camp Jordan for children with Diabetes -- get more information

Sept 1-2: You and Me Camp
A Grandparent and grandchild, a Dad and his son, best friends reminiscing about their camp experiences… You and Me Camp is more than just family camp, it is an opportunity to get outside with someone you love and enjoy creation and adventure together. More details coming soon.

Friday October 5 -  First Friday Luncheons resume!

Mailing Address - PO Box 39 Barhamsville, VA 23011 Physical Address - 3700 Ropers Church Road, Lanexa, VA, 23089 Phone - 800.566.1496