Category: Prep for Camp
Inside the Cove | Prep for Camp
The full-time Pine Cove program staff recently enjoyed retreating together in Central Texas at the Ridge! This is always something they look forward to since they get to be reconnected with camp staff from every region! The team was encouraged by amazing speakers, spent quality time together, and were recharged to prepare for an amazing […]
Tags: full time staff, program staff, recap, retreat, spring retreat
by Pine Cove
Sending your child to camp can be a significant milestone in their personal and social development. While it’s an exciting prospect, ensuring that your child is ready for the camp experience is crucial for a positive, safe, and thriving adventure. Every child is unique, and readiness for camp varies. Here are some signs to look […]
Tags: summer prep, youth camp
by Jesse Garner
We can hear the Christmas carols in the distance and staff are starting to string up lights and put up decorations – Winterfest is almost here! Here’s everything you need to know to make sure your camper is totally ready for Winterfest weekend at Pine Cove (and you are too!). Questions about our health policies? […]
by Jesse Garner
When we first attended family camp, we had a one-year-old and an almost five-year-old. It was such a blessing of a week and desperately needed for our family, but it also included some challenges with kids that little! Since then, we’ve learned a few things about doing family camp with little kids, which at the […]
Inside the Cove | Prep for Camp | Summer Staff
by Pine Cove
Camp is almost here, which means staffers are all over Pine Cove property! Summer staffers with specialized positions come early to camp to learn role-specific skills. We call this training week! Also happening during training week: trailblazing! Staffers have been working hard preparing each camp for campers to enjoy. Enjoy these glimpses into all the […]
Tags: 2023, recap, training week
Inside the Cove | Prep for Camp
We have been preparing for camp by working hard and praying hard! We also wanted to know what our staffers are putting in their shopping carts as they prepare for camp to be here. Read along to find out what their favorite pre-camp purchases have been! “I LOVE my small scrunchies! Easy on the hair […]
Tags: pre-camp purchase, staff favorites, summer
Inside the Cove | Prep for Camp
“Cast all your anxiety on Him, because He cares for you.” 1 Peter 5:7 As camp quickly approaches, we want to be as prayerful as we are excited! Join us in praying daily for campers, staffers, families, etc. as we prepare for the most wonderful time of the year! Give each link a click to […]
Tags: countdown, prayer, summer camp
Inside the Cove | Prep for Camp | Spiritual
by Pine Cove
We are FIRED UP about having some serious fun this summer at Pine Cove! But more than anything, we are eager to learn more about the Lord together through His Word! Some of the best memories at camp are made in small circles: cabin mates sitting together digging into their Bibles. Here is a preview […]
Tags: 2023, bible study, summer
by Pine Cove
We love family camp at Pine Cove! Open registration for summer 2023 is Thursday, August 25, 2022. You need to call us at 877-474-6326 starting at 8:30 am CT / 9:30am ET to get registered or on a waitlist. Here are a few important things to know about open registration: 1. Summer 2023 Spots Are […]
Tags: family camp
Inside the Cove | Prep for Camp
While it might be a little too early to actually start packing for camp, we thought it would be fun to share some of our staff’s favorite packing hacks. While some of these tips are camp-specific (hello, theme nights!), most of these can be used for every packing scenario. “Our favorite trunk is only $30, […]