Author: Pine Cove
by Pine Cove
At each region, our summer staffers gathered to kick the year off together. Hear from our program teams on how it went and take a look at some highlights of the first annual Pine Cove staff conference! “It was so encouraging for staff to be together as the new year started! Just the concept of […]
Tags: conference, renew, summer staff
Camp Kit | Inside the Cove | Parenting
by Pine Cove
Welcome to your family’s guide to winter fun at home! Inspired by the serious fun of camp, we’re here to bring laughter, creativity, and meaningful moments to even the chilliest of days. Think dance parties in the living room, skit nights with unexpected plot twists, and purpose-filled projects that make everyone feel connected. These ideas […]
Tags: activities, family fun, winter days
by Pine Cove
The holidays are full of surprises, and so are the boxes wrapped under the tree! This month, our staff is sharing their most hilariously silly Christmas gifts. Whether it’s a gerbil in a wheel or a VHS tape with a twist, these stories are sure to bring a little holiday cheer (and maybe a few […]
Tags: christmas, gifts, silly, staff favorites
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Editor’s Note: The following story was shared by Sami Grace “Scoob” Donnelly, a summer staffer at the Pine Cove Woods. I was a Crew counselor for Week 5 in 2022, so I was super excited when I found out my assignment for Week 5 of 2023 was Crew again. My old cabin and my new […]
Tags: prayer, story, summer staff, woods, zipline
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Our first semester here at the Forge is wrapping up, and it’s hard to believe that these four months have flown by so quickly! From monthly trips, to biblically rich classes, to the deep community we live in, the Forge has already made lasting impacts on the lives of my classmates and I. When I […]
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These staffers are sure to be extra excited for this season! Laugh along to this year’s edition of Christmas camp names, brought to you by our hilarious and clever summer staffers! Songs and Sayings! Jingle Belly Flop Walkin in a Winter Slumberland Bulk Seasons Greetings Away in a Manager BunBun The Rednose Reindeer Have Yourself […]
Tags: camp names, christmas, round up
by Pine Cove
The holiday season is here, and so is our seventh annual Gift Guide! Our team has been hard at work curating a list of thoughtful, unique, and seriously fun gift ideas to help you check everyone off your list. From trendy things to wear and inspiring books to read to exciting games to play and […]
Tags: gift guide
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Fall is here, and so is the coziness we’ve been craving! As the days get shorter and the trees transform, it’s the perfect moment to capture that seasonal beauty right on your phone. What better way to embrace the season than with a new screensaver? Give Thanks To The Lord Hymn Of Grateful Praise (Light) […]
Tags: download, fall wallpapers, wallpaper
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Fall comes with football, pumpkin-flavored everything, and, in the Pine Cove world, recruiting! Our full-time team is busy traveling across the country to find the best staffers for Summer 2025. All of that travel pairs perfectly with road trip games! Read below to find your new favorite, and try it the next time you’re in […]
Tags: games, road trip, staff favorites
Inside the Cove | Staff Profile
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With a deep love for family (especially her newborn nephew), a passion for live music, and a knack for bringing people together, Julia “Dovey” Sayles is ready to make you feel like a part of the Springs family. Get to know the Springs Associate Director as she shares stories from her time at Pine Cove […]
Tags: dovey, julia sayles, ranch, springs, staff profile
