Category: Camp Culture
Camp Culture | Inside the Cove | Summer Staff
by Mina Hudson
Leaves are falling, pumpkin spice is calling, and we’re diving into the cozy world of fall-themed camp names! We’re raking together the punniest, most autumnal names that will make you want to jump right into a leaf pile of serious fun. Get ready to fall in love with these names and grab some inspiration for […]
Tags: camp names, fall, summer staff
Camp Culture | Inside the Cove
by Mina Hudson
We’re thrilled to welcome the newest members of our Pine Cove program staff! Coming from near and far, they’re joining our teams at Towers, Timbers, Ridge, Silverado, Springs, and Chimney Point. Get ready to hear what they’re most excited about, discover where they were before Pine Cove, and see their heart for sharing the Gospel […]
Tags: 2025, ministry, new staffers, program staff
Camp Culture | Inside the Cove | Prep for Camp
by Mina Hudson
If you’ve ever wondered what a day at camp looks like, the truth is: no two days are ever exactly the same! And that’s part of the fun! Some days are full of silliness, theme nights, and spontaneous camp-etition. Others are packed with favorite activities and traditions that never get old. While there’s really no […]
Tags: schedule, summer, summer prep, typical day
Camp Culture | Inside the Cove
by Mina Hudson
At Pine Cove, it’s easy to live out your faith. You’re surrounded by worship songs, memory verse sessions before breakfast, and high fives at every turn. But when you head back to school, it doesn’t always feel the same. The cafeteria food isn’t nearly as good, and your classmates may not be belting “Glorious Day” […]
Tags: back to school, faith, gospel, ministry
Camp Culture | Inside the Cove
The two teams faced off on the revered grounds of the Crier Creek pickleball courts, surrounded by 160 of their friends and coworkers. On one side: a family camp director and a vice president. On the other: a family camp director… and a president. How did we get here? We’ll need to rewind about 24 […]
Tags: full time staff, ministry, staff retreat
Camp Culture | Inside the Cove | Summer Staff
by Mina Hudson
Notebooks, pencils, and… camp names? Yep, you heard us right! Just because school’s back in session doesn’t mean the camp fun has to end. We’ve rounded up some of the most A+ worthy camp names that take a page straight out of your school book. From class electives to Friday night lights, these names bring […]
Tags: 2025, back to school, camp names, summer staff
Camp Culture | Inside the Cove | Summer Staff
by Mina Hudson
We thought last summer’s camp names were unbeatable… but this year’s crew took things to a whole new level. Just when we think we’ve seen it all, someone shows up with a name so clever, so punny, or so downright ridiculous that we can’t help but laugh out loud. From pun-packed masterpieces to names that […]
Tags: camp names, ministry, summer, summer staff
Camp Culture | Inside the Cove
by Mina Hudson
When the summer sun is blazing and the temps start soaring, we don’t sweat it—we splash, sip, and slide right through it! At Pine Cove, staying cool is just another excuse to have a whole lot of serious fun. From diving into the pool to chilling out under the trees, here are some of our […]
Camp Culture | Inside the Cove
by Mina Hudson
Whether you’re a first-time camper or a Pine Cove pro, there are a few things every camper has to experience to make the most of their week at camp. We’re talking high-flying, joy-filled, spirit-packed adventures that make camp unforgettable. While we know each and every camper probably has their own list of things to check […]
Camp Culture | Inside the Cove
by Mina Hudson
There’s just something about camp traditions that stick with you. We’ve got traditions so fun, so weird, and so beloved that staff count down the days just to relive them. The goofy cheers, the late-night snacks, the moments that make you laugh until you cry. They’re the heartbeat of camp, passed down from camp director […]
Tags: full time staff, staff favorites, summer