Programs with purpose; relational ministry; experiential education.  Experiences that change lives for campers and counselors who will CHANGE THE WORLD!

Register by May 1 for the early-bird discounted fee!

2009 Summer Camp Information is here!

                     Week-by-week Camp Availability

Request a summer camp packet at campbetheloffice@yahoo.com OR (540) 992-2940.

A note to Parents & Campers

from Jenny, your new Assistant Director:

Dear Parents and Campers,

What an exciting time!  I have just begun a new chapter in my life as the assistant director here at Camp Bethel and I am anticipating the joy of meeting you in the months to come.  I look forward to welcoming and serving you, and helping to create an adventurous, exciting and Spirit-led program for the children this summer.

I am originally from Harrisonburg, VA and grew up on a Christian summer camp.  I had the opportunity to be a camper, counselor, program director and everything in between for many summers.   After graduating from James Madison University I was involved in voluntary service for two years in San Antonio, TX teaching in the inner city.  I met my husband during that time.   We moved to Germany so that he could complete his Masters degree (he is German).  Upon completion we decided to move back to the US to pursue our dreams.  My dream and passion has always been serving the Lord in the camp setting.  I am so thrilled to have that opportunity here at Camp Bethel.  I look forward to the time when we can meet.

Love in Christ,

Jenny Steinbach

camp.bethel@juno.com

American Camp Association Accredited since 1970.

2009 Registration and Health Forms Here!

“In the hills of old Virginia, where the whippoorwills are calling, where the crystal springs are flowing, is our Camp Bethel.”

Written in 1927, our old Camp song evokes the lasting images of this blessed place:  the hills and forests rise to meet the towering Blue Ridge Mountains; the abundant wildlife scampers through the fields and flits in the tree tops; the wash of waters gurgles in our streams, our glassy ponds, and rises to fill the Big Spring; youth and children sing in a peaceful sanctuary of sun-filled days and star-lit nights.

The Summer Program
Camp Bethel's program has been established since 1927 and is accredited by the American Camp Association.  Activities include swimming, hiking, crafts, environmental education, singing, camp-outs, cook-outs, Home-in-the-Woods camping skills, group games, creek-play, campfires, fishing, group challenge course, nightly evening programs and worship, daily work duties, service projects and daily Bible Study.

Our program offers progression into more adventure-based experiences for older campers so that campers are encouraged to return year after year.  These adventures include our high-ropes course, backpacking, canoeing, caving, horseback riding, mountain biking, rock climbing, float-fishing and white-water rafting.

Our philosophy is a small group emphasis which focuses on creating and nurturing an intentional Christian community, living as the Body of Christ.  All daily activities are experienced as a family unit as each group learns to work, play, and worship together.

Follow the link on this page for our list of summer programs, and see you at Camp Bethel this summer!

Camp Cares for Kids: Power of Play

2009 Registration and Health Forms Here!

SUMMER STAFF:  We are very proud of our excellent summer staff of counselors, volunteers and support staff and their commitment to quality programming at Camp Bethel! Each staff member is interviewed, screened, selected and trained by the Program Director and Camp Director.  Staff are hired on the basis of their Christian character, their ability share their faith and teach all our camp skills, their love of activity and the outdoors, and their commitment to helping children and youth.

The Camp Director and Program Director train the staff during an intense, comprehensive, fun, two-week Staff Training prior to the first camper week. Staff Training includes detailed and complete preparations in safety, first aid, emergency procedures, prevention, and all the methods and procedures of our educational goals and camp activities.  All staff are certified in CPR, Basic Life Support and 2nd-Level Pediatric First Aid.  Your campers are sure to have a safe and fun week living and learning with their counselors.

If you or someone you know is interested in joining the 2008 Camp Bethel Summer Staff, contact Susan Chapman for an application at (540) 992-2940, or e-mail at camp.bethel@juno.com.

Senior Counselors: min 18+ years old, high school grad: $1575, May 31-August 1, 2009.

Junior Counselors: min 16+ years old: $770, May 31-August 1, 2009