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Hello Friends and Families! Memorial Day Family Weekend is scheduled for May 27-30 at Camp Bethel. We're keeping an eye on COVID community levels in Botetourt County. Health and Safety remains a priority, and we will follow Camp Bethel's COVID-19 Guidelines while present. As a result, our schedule of optional activities and meals is fewer than "normal" years.
COVID-19 SAFETY: People may choose to mask at any time. People with symptoms, a positive test, or exposure to someone with COVID-19 should stay home or wear a mask. We should all continue to wash/sanitize our hands and be as careful as possible, especially indoors and in crowded areas.
WEATHER: Check the updated forecast using THIS LINK.
PAYMENT: If you have not yet paid in full for THIS year's camping/lodging and/or meals AND NEXT year's lodging reservation, use your "Payment and Future Reservations" form in your facility/campsite packet, calculate your fees, and pay in advance and online HERE. If necessary, you can also write a check and deliver it this weekend (with a note) to our office porch metal mailbox.
NO OFFICE HOURS: Use your "Payment and Future Reservations" form in your facility/campsite packet and pay ONLINE or by dropping payment (with a note) into our office metal mailbox.
As you recall, many of you who had paid facility reservations for the 2020 or 2021 Memorial Day Weekend forwarded your deposit to 2022 OR you donated prior payments to camp (thank you). If you donated your reservation, well, THANK YOU, but now you need to pay your new deposit to retain your present use. Don't remember? Then email Barry at CampBethelOffice@gmail.com.
MEALS: Meal reservations are due by May 23. If you reserve meals, please be on time (Saturday 10:00am & 5:30pm, Sunday 10:00am, Monday 9:00am). We will serve buffet style, so please wash/sanitize your hands before going through the buffet line. UNvaccinated diners should wear a mask while getting food. All persons, please get a clean plate each time you visit the buffet, and please only take what you will eat.
Shelter-by-the-Spring is EVERYONE'S KITCHEN: since we are offering fewer meal options, we know you'll have to get creative for your own meals. The Shelter-by-the-Spring will serve as a communal kitchen for everyone who needs space to prepare meals and refrigerate food. We've added a large microwave oven in addition to the 2 stoves, 2 fridges/freezers, plus the gas grill. Other options: Get creative with outdoor campfire cooking! Local favorite restaurants include: 3 Lil' Pigs BBQ; Foot of the Mountain Cafe; Cuban Island; Bellacino's; Lentini's; and Brughs Mill Country Store has excellent breakfast biscuits!
If you plan to attend and/or if you want meals, YOU MUST COMPLETE THE REQUIRED ATTENDANCE AND MEALS FORM. (The form is a Google Form; be sure to complete it and click SUBMIT.) Only the buildings you have reserved are available to you. The Ark (and all amenities within) is only available to guests who have reserved meals in advance and only at meal times.
If you are reserved but are NOT planning to come, let us know so we can offer the facility/campsite (for this weekend only) to a family on our waiting list.
Friday, May 27:
Saturday, May 28:
Sunday, May 29:
Monday, May 30, Memorial Day:
All weekend information (schedule, menus, forms, fees, etc.) will be posted on this site and updated as needed. The final weekend packet will be the printed copy on the camp office porch.
WE NEED YOUR IMMEDIATE HELP RECRUITING STAFF! All camps in Virginia (and elsewhere) are struggling to find staff, and Camp Bethel is struggling too. We have immediate openings for ages 16 and up for fun, creative, connected, outdoor jobs at Camp Bethel in Fincastle, VA, including:
Thanks for sharing this information with others in your group. Call or e-mail with any questions. We look forward to seeing each of you, our Camp Bethel Family!
Together, in Christ our hope,
Barry LeNoir, Kathleen Nettnin, Daniel Naff, Mickey Nichols, & the Camp Bethel Staff
COVID-19 SAFETY: People may choose to mask at any time. People with symptoms, a positive test, or exposure to someone with COVID-19 should stay home or wear a mask. We should all continue to wash/sanitize our hands and be as careful as possible, especially indoors and in crowded areas.
WEATHER: Check the updated forecast using THIS LINK.
PAYMENT: If you have not yet paid in full for THIS year's camping/lodging and/or meals AND NEXT year's lodging reservation, use your "Payment and Future Reservations" form in your facility/campsite packet, calculate your fees, and pay in advance and online HERE. If necessary, you can also write a check and deliver it this weekend (with a note) to our office porch metal mailbox.
NO OFFICE HOURS: Use your "Payment and Future Reservations" form in your facility/campsite packet and pay ONLINE or by dropping payment (with a note) into our office metal mailbox.
As you recall, many of you who had paid facility reservations for the 2020 or 2021 Memorial Day Weekend forwarded your deposit to 2022 OR you donated prior payments to camp (thank you). If you donated your reservation, well, THANK YOU, but now you need to pay your new deposit to retain your present use. Don't remember? Then email Barry at CampBethelOffice@gmail.com.
MEALS: Meal reservations are due by May 23. If you reserve meals, please be on time (Saturday 10:00am & 5:30pm, Sunday 10:00am, Monday 9:00am). We will serve buffet style, so please wash/sanitize your hands before going through the buffet line. UNvaccinated diners should wear a mask while getting food. All persons, please get a clean plate each time you visit the buffet, and please only take what you will eat.
Shelter-by-the-Spring is EVERYONE'S KITCHEN: since we are offering fewer meal options, we know you'll have to get creative for your own meals. The Shelter-by-the-Spring will serve as a communal kitchen for everyone who needs space to prepare meals and refrigerate food. We've added a large microwave oven in addition to the 2 stoves, 2 fridges/freezers, plus the gas grill. Other options: Get creative with outdoor campfire cooking! Local favorite restaurants include: 3 Lil' Pigs BBQ; Foot of the Mountain Cafe; Cuban Island; Bellacino's; Lentini's; and Brughs Mill Country Store has excellent breakfast biscuits!
If you plan to attend and/or if you want meals, YOU MUST COMPLETE THE REQUIRED ATTENDANCE AND MEALS FORM. (The form is a Google Form; be sure to complete it and click SUBMIT.) Only the buildings you have reserved are available to you. The Ark (and all amenities within) is only available to guests who have reserved meals in advance and only at meal times.
If you are reserved but are NOT planning to come, let us know so we can offer the facility/campsite (for this weekend only) to a family on our waiting list.
Friday, May 27:
- 7:00pm: Music Jam in the Shelter-by-the-Spring. Unvaccinated persons must wear facemasks.
- 10:00pm: Gym closed, and quiet hours through campus.
Saturday, May 28:
- 10:00am: Brunch at the Ark Dining Hall for those who reserved. See meals information below.
- 1:00-5:15: Pool OPEN. Children and teens must be supervised by an adult.
- 1:00-4:00: Summer Camp Open House for new camper families. Meets at the Ark.
- 5:30pm: Dinner at the Ark Dining Hall for those who reserved. See meals information below.
- 6:30pm: Music Jam in the Shelter-by-the-Spring. Unvaccinated persons must wear facemasks.
- 10:00pm: Gym closed, and quiet hours through campus.
Sunday, May 29:
- 9:00am: Worship at the Ark Lawn (pond side) w/ New Bethel CoB (weather permitting). Bring your own lawn chair.
- 10:00am: Brunch at the Ark Dining Hall for those who reserved. See meals information below.
- 1:00-5:15: Pool OPEN. Children and teens must me supervised by an adult.
- 4:00: Service of Dedication for the newly rebuilt Bandage Box Cottage. Bring a lawn chair.
- 5:30pm: Pot Luck Picnic at the Shelter-by-the-Spring. Bring a dish or dessert to share with 100+ people.
- 6:15-7:15pm: Trading Post open. Credit Cards welcome. New shirts, bottles & more.
- 6:30pm: Music Jam in the Shelter-by-the-Spring. Unvaccinated persons must wear facemasks.
- 10:00pm: Gym closed, and quiet hours through campus.
Monday, May 30, Memorial Day:
- 9:00am: Breakfast at the Ark Dining Hall for those who reserved. See meals information below.
- 10:00-12:30: Pool OPEN. Children and teens must me supervised by an adult.
- Summer Camp Staff are arriving on Monday afternoon at 2:00pm to begin their 12-day training. As you depart, please thoroughly clean your facilities and areas, plus bathhouses, to help us prepare for camps. Thank you!
- Help us add a few outdoor-based and distanced/safe activities! E-mail the information and time choice to us ASAP so we can include it into the weekend’s optional (and safe) activities.
- Bring your face masks (just in case), extra hand-sanitizer, and extra disinfectant wipes. Unvaccinated persons should wear masks indoors or when in close proximity to anyone.
- Please pay your fees (lodging, camping, meals, and future reservations) IN ADVANCE and ON LINE using the "Pay Fees Online" button above.
- Bring extra cash, check book or credit card for payments, for free-will offerings (if we have musicians), for Sunday morning offering for New Bethel CoB, for the "Trading Post Outlet" items, and for donations.
- BRING YOUR MOUNTAIN BIKES (and helmets) and hit our new biking trails!!! We need tires on these trails!
- BRING YOUR DISCS (aka Frisbees) and play our new 9-hole Disc Golf Course!
All weekend information (schedule, menus, forms, fees, etc.) will be posted on this site and updated as needed. The final weekend packet will be the printed copy on the camp office porch.
WE NEED YOUR IMMEDIATE HELP RECRUITING STAFF! All camps in Virginia (and elsewhere) are struggling to find staff, and Camp Bethel is struggling too. We have immediate openings for ages 16 and up for fun, creative, connected, outdoor jobs at Camp Bethel in Fincastle, VA, including:
- Kitchen Team (non-resident) = $375 or $450 per week (5 mornings or 6 afternoons) for 10-12 weeks, May 30-July 30 or August 13. https://www.campbethelvirginia.org/kitchen-staff.html
- Counselors (resident) = $2,240 for age 18+, and $1,440 for age 16-17, May 30-July 23. https://www.campbethelvirginia.org/counselors.html
- Grounds Crew (non-resident) = $12.50/hour for as many days as you want per week, ages 16+ and beginning as soon as you are available. https://www.campbethelvirginia.org/grounds-crew.html
Thanks for sharing this information with others in your group. Call or e-mail with any questions. We look forward to seeing each of you, our Camp Bethel Family!
Together, in Christ our hope,
Barry LeNoir, Kathleen Nettnin, Daniel Naff, Mickey Nichols, & the Camp Bethel Staff
MEALS INFORMATION:
Reserve your meals on the ATTENDANCE AND MEALS FORM BEFORE May 23 at CampBethelOffice@gmail.com or 540-992-2940. Meals in the Ark will be served buffet style, so please wash your hands before entering. Outdoor seating is available (weather permitting), and distanced indoor seating is available.
Memorial Day Family Camp Weekend Menus:
All meals are served w/ options, appropriate condiments and “fixin’s” (butter, apple butter, ketchup, dressings, etc.). Self-serve coffee and tea is available in the Dining Hall at all times for guests who reserve meals. Ice, $2/bag at ice machine.
Saturday, May 28, 10:00am BRUNCH. Adult $10, Child 4-12 $5, Infant 0-3 FREE.
Pancakes, Hash Browns (DF/GF/VG), Scrambled Eggs (GF/VG), Orange Juice, Water, Coffee & Teas. Served with syrup, butter, apple butter, ketchup. Options include Fresh Fruit, Cereal, Milk (2%, Soy, & Almond), Yogurt, Granola, PB&J, Bagels and Cream Cheese.
Saturday, May 28, 5:30pm DINNER. Adult $12, Child $6, Infant 0-3 FREE.
Barbecue Chicken, Mashed Potatoes, Seasoned Green Beans (DF/GF/VG), "Camp Bethel" Yeast Rolls, Apple Crisp, Lemonade, Water, Coffee. Served with butter, apple butter, ketchup, barbeque sauce. Options include, Fresh Fruit, Salad w/ Salad Mix, Cucumbers, Tomatoes, Cheese, Ranch Dressing, Italian Dressing, Croutons.
Sunday, May 29, 10:00am BRUNCH. Adult $10, Child 4-12 $5, Infant 0-3 FREE.
Biscuits & Sausage Gravy, Sausage Patties, Scrambled Eggs (GF/VG), Hash Browns (DF/GF/VG), Juice, Water, Coffee, Teas. Served with butter, apple butter, ketchup. Options include Fresh Fruit, Cereal, Milk (2%, Soy, & Almond), Fruit Salad, Yogurt, Granola, Bagels and Cream Cheese.
Sunday, May 29, 5:30pm = FREE Pot Luck Picnic at the Shelter-by-the-Spring. Bring a dish or dessert to share with up to 100 other persons. Camp Bethel will provide plates, cups, utensils, napkins, drinks and ice.
Monday, May 30 Memorial Day, 9:00am BRUNCH. Adult $10, Child 4-12 $5, Infant 0-3 FREE.
Breakfast Casserole, Hash Browns (DF/GF/VG), Sausage Links, Muffins, Apple Juice, Water, Coffee, Teas. Served with butter, apple butter, ketchup. Options include Fresh Fruit, Cereal, Milk (2%, Soy, & Almond), Fruit Salad, Yogurt, Granola, Bagels and Cream Cheese.
Reserve your meals on the ATTENDANCE AND MEALS FORM BEFORE May 23 at CampBethelOffice@gmail.com or 540-992-2940. Meals in the Ark will be served buffet style, so please wash your hands before entering. Outdoor seating is available (weather permitting), and distanced indoor seating is available.
Memorial Day Family Camp Weekend Menus:
All meals are served w/ options, appropriate condiments and “fixin’s” (butter, apple butter, ketchup, dressings, etc.). Self-serve coffee and tea is available in the Dining Hall at all times for guests who reserve meals. Ice, $2/bag at ice machine.
Saturday, May 28, 10:00am BRUNCH. Adult $10, Child 4-12 $5, Infant 0-3 FREE.
Pancakes, Hash Browns (DF/GF/VG), Scrambled Eggs (GF/VG), Orange Juice, Water, Coffee & Teas. Served with syrup, butter, apple butter, ketchup. Options include Fresh Fruit, Cereal, Milk (2%, Soy, & Almond), Yogurt, Granola, PB&J, Bagels and Cream Cheese.
Saturday, May 28, 5:30pm DINNER. Adult $12, Child $6, Infant 0-3 FREE.
Barbecue Chicken, Mashed Potatoes, Seasoned Green Beans (DF/GF/VG), "Camp Bethel" Yeast Rolls, Apple Crisp, Lemonade, Water, Coffee. Served with butter, apple butter, ketchup, barbeque sauce. Options include, Fresh Fruit, Salad w/ Salad Mix, Cucumbers, Tomatoes, Cheese, Ranch Dressing, Italian Dressing, Croutons.
Sunday, May 29, 10:00am BRUNCH. Adult $10, Child 4-12 $5, Infant 0-3 FREE.
Biscuits & Sausage Gravy, Sausage Patties, Scrambled Eggs (GF/VG), Hash Browns (DF/GF/VG), Juice, Water, Coffee, Teas. Served with butter, apple butter, ketchup. Options include Fresh Fruit, Cereal, Milk (2%, Soy, & Almond), Fruit Salad, Yogurt, Granola, Bagels and Cream Cheese.
Sunday, May 29, 5:30pm = FREE Pot Luck Picnic at the Shelter-by-the-Spring. Bring a dish or dessert to share with up to 100 other persons. Camp Bethel will provide plates, cups, utensils, napkins, drinks and ice.
Monday, May 30 Memorial Day, 9:00am BRUNCH. Adult $10, Child 4-12 $5, Infant 0-3 FREE.
Breakfast Casserole, Hash Browns (DF/GF/VG), Sausage Links, Muffins, Apple Juice, Water, Coffee, Teas. Served with butter, apple butter, ketchup. Options include Fresh Fruit, Cereal, Milk (2%, Soy, & Almond), Fruit Salad, Yogurt, Granola, Bagels and Cream Cheese.
PAY ONLINE AND IN ADVANCE.
Please to PAY IN ADVANCE for your 2022 Memorial Day Meals and/or your facility/campsite for 2022 or 2023.
STEP 1: CALCULATE YOUR TOTAL MEALS COSTS.
Brunches = Adult $9, Child 4-12 $4.5, Infant 0-3 FREE. Dinners = Adult $10, Child $5.00, Infant 0-3 FREE.
STEP 2: CALCULATE YOUR FACILITY/CAMPSITE COSTS (be sure to subtract any deposits you have already paid).
STEP 3: ADD YOUR TOTALS, AND PAY AT OUR PAYMENT PAGE AND MAKE YOUR PAYMENT. Thank you!
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