Spiritual | Stories | Summer Staff
How middle-school campers spurred on the faith of their counselor When Kyle “Beignets” Romero first heard that Pine Cove was interviewing on campus, he never imagined that the decision to apply would change not just his life, but his brother’s too. A strategic communications major who feels called to be a pastor, Kyle signed on […]
Tags: life change, outback, story, transformed
Inside the Cove | Staff Profile
by Emma Hancock
Some people don’t just work at camp—they let it shape who they are from the ground up! Meet Jesse “Schmoe” Garner, the Senior Director of Brand Engagement, whose Pine Cove journey began nearly twenty years ago when he first stepped onto property as a Forge student. From pioneering Pine Cove’s digital presence to refining the […]
Tags: full time staff, HQ, staff profile
We recently asked the full-time staff at Pine Cove to share the new games they can’t stop playing, and they said, “Game on!” From silly party games to sneaky card games, we’ve compiled a list below that will keep you and your family busy and laughing for hours. Check out the recommendations below, and be […]
Tags: games, staff favorites
Preheat your ovens, campers, because we have some fantastic (and delicious) ideas for the recipes you need to get into your meal rotation for 2026! We pored over a copy of the classic Crier Creek cookbook (say that five times fast!) to find you some tasty appetizers, entrees, sides, and desserts. With easy main courses […]
Tags: recipes, Winter Recipes
by Ben Gasaway
“Here is where I lay it down Every burden, every crown This is my surrender This is my surrender” What’s up, friends! This is Digs, the Senior Director of Springs and Springs Pro! There are a few ways we can have confidence that we truly know the living God. One of the sweetest ways […]
Tags: clubhouse
Hello Pine Cove! Shores Camp Director, Mr. Polar Behr, here! I’m excited to be sharing what the Lord has done in my heart recently. Being recognized by something is important to all of us. My question for us: “What are you recognized by?” “Now when they saw the boldness of Peter and John, and perceived […]
Tags: clubhouse
by Caleb Howard
“I’m not in a hurry When it comes to your presence I’m learning to listen Just to rest in your nearness I’m starting to notice you are speaking.” Hey Pine Cove! This is SOS, the Timbers Camp Director! We’re toward the end of the year, which means the world of Spotify Wrapped and Apple […]
Tags: clubhouse
Inside the Cove | Staff Profile
by Mina Hudson
Ever met someone who literally lives and breathes Pine Cove? Someone whose summers are basically measured in iconic blob flights, porch cheers, and seriously fun shenanigans? Meet Colin “Sneaky Pete” Post! As the Ridge associate director, Colin has spent at least part of every single summer of his life on Pine Cove grounds (yes, every […]
Tags: full time staff, Ridge, staff profile
Camp Culture | Inside the Cove | Summer Staff
by Mina Hudson
Even if snow only rarely falls at camp, some names just sparkle with holiday cheer. From frosty fun to cozy comforts, these cold weather-inspired camp names are sure to sleigh your imagination, deck your halls with creativity, and leave you jingling all the way through the list. And as we all know, it’s never too […]
Tags: camp names, summer staff, winter
by Mina Hudson
The holiday season is here, and our full-time team is ready to embrace all the cozy, magical moments that come with it! From sipping hot cocoa by the fire to decorating the tree and sharing family recipes, we asked our staff to reveal the traditions that make this time of year so special. Whether you’re […]
Tags: fun, staff favorites, winter