We are going to have a great week at camp. Here is some NEW information.
1. Pine Valley has given our campers permission to arrive anytime after 4:30 pm – yay.
Please don’t arrive BEFORE 4:30 – we will not be set up to receive you.
And, please try to arrive NO LATER than 5:30. This will give us enough time to settle in and be on time for dinner at 6:00.
If you should end up arriving after 6, please take your child straight to the dining hall.
2. When you arrive…pull into the main entrance and look for our volunteers, who will direct you to the drop-off area.
3. The weather is going to be HOT, especially Sunday and Monday. Then a little cooler Tuesday & Wednesday.
4. DYE WARS. We will have water wars and dye wars one afternoon. Bring one shirt you don’t mind getting dirty. The dye does wash out.
5. NURSE. Kathleen Mickus will once again be our camp nurse. If your child has medication, there will be a separate table at drop-off. You can also visit with her about any allergies or special medical needs. Kathleen has two kids at the camp, and your kids will be in good hands.
6. ARTS & CRAFTS. This will be one of the optional activities in the afternoons. Projects will each cost $3-4 for supplies.
**You can also find all of this posted at northcoastcalvary.org/surgesummercamp**
1. BALANCE FOR CAMP was due July 24. You can pay at this link: https://nccc.ccbchurch.com/goto/forms/323/responses/new
2. LIABILITY WAIVER: All campers need to have a parent/guardian fill out the NCCC liability waiver. This will help us serve your camper best, as well as contact you during camp should an emergency arise. This form is online here: https://waiver.smartwaiver.com/w/fisy3alctvqubsa3goxeva/web/
3. PINE VALLEY LIABILITY RELEASE FORM: All campers also need to have a parent/guardian fill out the Pine Valley liability waiver. You should print it, fill it out, and bring with you to camp. We will also have blank copies when you check-in at Pine Valley.
https://x4t24d.p3cdn1.secureserver.net/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/Liab_Release-Minor-C-19.pdf
4. SPECIAL DIETARY NEEDS: If your camper has any dietary restrictions, please communicate with the camp directly by completing the following form ASAP, it was due July 23rd. They will be in touch with you. https://pvbcc.wufoo.com/forms/mdivn1y053awg7/
5. ARRIVAL & CHECK-IN: You are responsible for transporting to camp on Sunday, August 6. We will provide transportation back on Thursday, 8/10. Please plan to arrive at Pine Valley Bible Conference Center (8668 Pine Creek Rd, Pine Valley, CA 91962) between 5-5:30 pm. Dinner will be at 6 pm. We will direct you to our check-in area once you get on grounds. Link to Map & Directions HERE
We will return to church on Thursday, Aug 10, around 12:30 pm. You can call after 11am on 8/10 for update of arrival back at NCCC (Call Mark’s office phone at 760 579-4165) You can also follow Instagram for updates.
6. PACKING LIST:
What to Bring:
- Clothes for the week. Daytime highs are in the 80s, sometimes 90s, and lows get into the upper 50s.
- Bathing suit
- Towel
- Toiletries (including hand/shower soap)
- Sleeping bag & Pillow (put them in a trash bag & label with your name)
- Bible & pen (we will have some extra Bibles if you don’t own one)
- Flashlight
- Sweatshirt/ jacket for the evenings
- Extra pairs of socks
- At least one pair of closed-toed shoes.
- Any spending money desired for snacks, etc. Three meals a day are included in camp cost.
- Medications in their original container. These will be turned in at check-in and administered by the nurse.
- Sunscreen
- Chap stick
- Water bottle
- Extra trash bags for dirty clothes and to pack sleeping bag/pillow on the way home
- drugs (unless prescribed by a doctor)
- alcohol
- tobacco
- fireworks
- Firearms (seriously)
- Electronic devices. This includes phones, handheld video games, music players, and phones. No exceptions.
7. IN CASE OF EMERGENCIES: you can contact the camp at 619-473-8879 and they will get a message to our group. Otherwise, you can trust that your son or daughter is having a great time and you will hear lots of stories once they get home!
8. FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM: @Surge456. We will post pictures from the weekend there as we are able.
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All kids who will be in 4th, 5th, and 6th grades during the next school year (2023-2024) are invited to Surge Summer Camp, August 6-10, 2023 at Pine Valley Bible Conference Center.
What’s camp like?
Pine Valley Camp is an awesome place for 4th, 5th and 6th graders! There’s lots to do outdoors, from swimming to zipline to dirt scooters to laser tag, hikes, campfires, water relays, archery, arts & crafts, and more. We meet for devotional sessions in the morning as well as a night program with music and a message each evening. Kids are housed in cabins with 8-9 other campers. Your son or daughter will come home with lots of stories to tell and good memories.
What’s the cost?
Camp cost of $420 includes lodging, meals, and bus transportation home. *Families are responsible for transportation to camp on Sunday, August 6. We expect the camp can receive us at 5:00 pm. We will update this as we get more information.
A $200 non-refundable deposit (except in cases of illness) required to hold your spot. (see sign up info below)
When do they go?
Sunday, August 8, camp will begin with dinner at 6 pm. (Check-in will begin at 5.) Bus for home will leave at 11 am on Thursday, August 10, and get home to NCCC around 12:30 PM.
Who are the counselors?
NCCC’s 4th-6th grade ministry will provide counselors to go to camp with our kids. Many of these awesome counselors are the same leaders your child sees in the 4th-6th class during weekend services. Kids are well supervised by counselors that NCCC knows and trusts. All counselors must pass a background check including fingerprinting.
Can my child request their roommates?
Yes! We will always do everything we can to honor roommate requests. If we cannot arrange your requested roommate, we will reach out and let you know.
Is my child ready for camp?
In most cases, YES! Camp is a stretching experience, and you will be amazed by how your child can grow from it. If it’s your son or daughter’s first time away, please let us know so we can keep an eye out and shed some extra TLC on them.
How do I sign up?
REGISTER HERE. A $200 deposit is due with your registration (refundable only if there is someone else waiting to fill the spot). In cases of illness, we will work with you on a refund. Please do not send sick kids to camp!