SUMMER CAMP SESSIONS

HIGH SCHOOL SESSION:

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Dates:            June 2-6th
Grades:          Rising 9th - 12th grade
Arrival:           9am
Pick Up:         1pm
Spots Avail:   30
Cost:              ​Valley Haven Summer Camp invests in under-served youth in the Catawba Valley Region at no charge.

MIDDLE SCHOOL SESSION:

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Dates:             June 9-13th
Grades:           Rising 7th-8th grade
Arrival:            9am
Pick Up:          1pm
Spots Avail:    30
Cost:              ​ Valley Haven Summer Camp invests in under-served youth in the Catawba Valley Region at no charge.

ELEMENTARY SESSION #1:

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Dates:            June 16-20th
Grades:          Rising 5th-6th grade
Arrival:           9am
Pick Up:         1pm
Spots Avail:   30
Cost:              ​Valley Haven Summer Camp invests in under-served youth in the Catawba Valley Region at no charge.

ELEMENTARY SESSION #2:

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  Dates:            June 23-27th
  Grades:          Rising 5th-6th grade
  Arrival:           9am
  Pick Up:         1pm 
  Spots Avail:  30 total 
  Cost:              ​Valley Haven Summer Camp invests in under-served youth in the Catawba Valley Region at no charge.
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About:

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Valley Haven Summer Camps:
  • In 2025 Valley Haven will sponsor 4 camp sessions and a total of 120 young people (grades 5-12) to attend a life changing week of Gospel-centered, adventure camp.
  • All campers who attend receive full sponsorship for the week of camp. Valley Haven Summer Camp is designed to invest in under-served youth from the Catawba Valley area of NC. Under-served means that without a sponsorship, the camper would likely be unable attend camp and receive this valuable investment.
  • Children are selected for sponsorships through camp partnerships with community resources. 
  • We believe that the Lord has strategically placed us in the Catawba Valley area and therefore, we seek to identify children in need of sponsorship in this area.
  • All campers receive a week at camp full of great food, memorable games and adventure activities, bonding with local peers, investment from local camp counselors, and above all, they hear the life changing news of the Gospel.

Funding:
  • Valley Haven, in partnership with generous financial support from many local businesses, churches and donors throughout our community, provides full scholarships for every young person who attends this week long camp. We believe this is one of the most important investments that our community could possibly make - pouring the Gospel into the lives of local youth that they might trust Jesus Christ in every area of their lives. To learn more about providing a sponsorship for a child, visit our SUPPORT page. 

Lodging:

Each of our campers will lodge in one of our cabins. We have 2 separate, large cabins - one for boys and one for girls. Each cabin has two floors, two bathrooms, and a total of 30 bunks. Each cabin has a total of 4 private showers with changing stalls for our campers as well.  All facilities are heated and cooled and include a walk out deck that overlooks Camp Creek.

Meals:

Youth attending Valley Haven Summer Camps will EAT GOOD! Each day will consist of 3 hearty meals prepared by our Camp Cooks with snacks and drinks provided throughout the day. In addition, campers will enjoy a special s'more times by the fire pit! 

Activities:

Valley Haven Camp and Retreat Center is located on 175 acres of gorgeous mountainous land on the outskirts of Hickory. We prioritize relationship building activities and offer tons of options for campers to play, build community and enjoy Jesus together! 
  • Swimming/Water Games: Our spring-fed pool includes 2 water slides, fountains, basketball, rope swings, grilling station and sound system.
  • Game Room: Our game room includes ping pong, foosball, full court basketball, cornhole, pool, and 2 carpet ball tables. The game room steps out onto a large, gorgeous deck overlooking Camp Creek!
  • Multi-Purpose Turf Court: Set up like a professional "indoor style" soccer court, except outdoors. This professional grade turf court is great for soccer, football, dodgeball, tag, kickball and team games of all kinds!
  • Craft Times: Our campers enjoy doing different craft activities throughout the week!
  • GaGa Pit: We have a top notch Gaga Pit that kids of all ages love using to play this exciting game of dodgeball!  
  • Boating: We have several paddle boats and kayaks to use in our pond. All campers are required to wear life protective devices in the water while boating.
  • Hayrides: Our wagon seats 25 people and is pulled by our tractor through fields, over bridges and out into pastures to enjoy fire flies at night! 
  • Fishing: Our pond is stocked full of fish for campers that enjoy a little fishing.
  • In Ground Trampolines: Hours of entertainment and laughter await! These trampolines offer a safe, shaded, fun activity for campers.
  • Trail Hiking: We have a view miles of trails through woods and fields with mountain, creek and pond views!
  • Field Games: We have 2 LARGE fields perfect for capture the flag, tag, kickball, or messy games!
  • Soccer: Field 2 has two soccer goals and a nice large space for some great soccer games.
  • Volleyball: Our sand volleyball court is located in Big Field 1. 
  • Movie Night: We have two buildings with projectors that can be used to show a movie on the "Big Screen!"
  • FirePit: Our state of the art covered fire pit is perfect for s'mores and campfire hangouts each night! 

Worship Services: 

The heart of Valley Haven Summer Camps is to pour the good news of the Gospel of Jesus into the hearts of young people in the Catawba Valley area.

​We will have a morning and night service each day that will include:
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  • Biblical, Gospel-centered messages designed to encourage campers to trust in the person and work of Jesus Christ in every area of life
  • Worship times giving campers time to sing to the King through fun, worshipful songs
  • Break out groups and Cabin Times after daily sessions to discuss the Big Ideas of the Day with friends and Camp Counselors
"The heart of Valley Haven Summer Camps is to pour the good news of the Gospel of Jesus Christ into the hearts of young people in the Catawba Valley area."

Camp Staff:

All campers are supervised at all times by mature, trained adults. Our staff includes:
  • Camp Director
  • Camp Nurse (Registered/Certified)
  • Camp Cook
  • Program Director
  • Camp Counselors
    • ​​​​Camp Counselors are mature, trained young adults ages 18-24. Each male counselor is responsible for supervising 5 male campers and each female counselor is responsible for supervising 5 female campers along with the supervision provided by the other Camp Staff Members.
  • Life Guards (Certified)
  • CITs (Counselors in Training)
    • CITs are mature high schoolers who assist the Camp Staff with camp operations.
*All camp staff must pass a thorough background screening process.

Cost Includes:

Valley Haven Camp and Retreat, along with generous financial support from many local churches and donors throughout our community, provides full scholarships for every young person who attends this life changing week of Summer Camp. 
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All campers receive full scholarships, which includes:
  • All meals
  • A Bible
  • All daily activities
  • All lodging
  • Camp T-Shirt

Bring/Don't Bring:

Please have your camper bring the following items:
  • Active wear for 5 days and 4 nights
  • All toiletries (toothbrush, toothpaste, soap, shampoo)
  • Two towels (one for pool and one for showers)
  • Sleeping bag or sheets for mattresses
  • Pillow
  • 2 pair of shoes if possible (one for active use)
  • Bible (they'll be given one if they don't have one to bring :)
  • Sunscreen
  • Flashlight
  • Pen or pencil and notebook/notepad
  • Modest swim wear and goggles if needed
  • Any medication needed *All medication will be kept by Camp Nurse and distributed as directed by parent/guardian​ ​
Please do not bring the following items:
​*If brought they will be held by the Camp Director until departure on Friday:
  • Ipods or music devices
  • Computers, Ipads, or Video Game devices
  • Fireworks
  • Weapons including pocket knives
  • Tobacco in any form including vaping materials
  • Any illegal items, drugs or any alcohol
  • Smart phones (We do not allow smart phones and video games at camp to encourage our campers to unplug and have a screen free week! )
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