07/14/2026
Dear Camp Fam,
Camp is upon us, and we are beyond excited to welcome students, leaders, and volunteers for an unforgettable time of fun, faith, and friendship!
To help everything run smoothly, here are ALL the details you need to know:
CAMP CHECK-IN
Date: June 20, 2025
Time: 6:00-7:00pm
Location: Parchment Valley Conference Center (Red Barn at the top of the property) 1715 Lower Parchment Valley Road
Ripley, WV 25271
Complete online forms before arriving, bring medications (if applicable), and have your luggage ready for lodging assignments.
PARENT & VOLUNTEER DOCUMENTS
Parent Waiver (must submit by 7/16/2026) (5-10 minutes to complete)
Counselor Form (must submit by 7/16/2026) (5-10 minutes to complete)
Failure to complete these very important forms may result in denial of camp participation.
PACKING LIST ESSENTIALS (full packing list at bottom of this email)
Bible, journal, pen
Weather-appropriate clothing (it will be HOT--but please, keep ya clothes on)
Toiletries, towel, shower shoes
DEODORANT
Sleeping bag or bedding (Twin mattresses)
Closed-toe shoes for activities
Reusable water bottle!!! (with name marked on it)
Sunscreen & bug spray
Do NOT bring: Tablets, weapons, vapes, fireworks, or any other inappropriate items.
Think before you bring a phone. Limited service available and any phone use that seems excessive or inappropriate will result in phone being confiscated for a time.
COMMUNICATION DURING CAMP
Camp is a tech-limited environment for students so they can better engage. In case of emergency, parents can contact:
Anna Blake (304)231-4599 (leave a Voicemail or text if no answer) or email [email protected]
SPONSORS & VOLUNTEERS
Thank you for investing in our teens! Sponsors will receive a follow-up email with prayer requests and camper highlights. Volunteers, your role-specific reminders and check-in times are either communicated in a separate message or will be addressed on site.
CAMP FOCUS
We’re praying that every camper encounters God in a personal, powerful way through worship, teaching, and community!
Themed Days:
MONDAY – Mismatch Monday Even though we're all different, God brings us together as one family (Romans 12:4-5)
TUESDAY – Team Color Tuesday One Team. One Mission.
WEDNESDAY – Wild West Wednesday Following Jesus takes courage. Sometimes faith means stepping into unknown territory.
THURSDAY – Tropical Thursday Joy is part of the fruit of the Spirit and can shine through us wherever we go.
FRIDAY – PJ Friday. End the week by reflecting on everything God has done and rremembering that true rest is found in Him (Matthew 11:28)
If you have any final questions, don’t hesitate to reply to this email. Let’s get ready for an incredible week together!
With excitement and gratitude,
Anna Blake & Camp Team
Camp Director | WV Ministries
[email protected] (304)231-4599
wvchog.org |
FULL PACKING LIST
STUFF TO BRING:
Your best attitude
Only one suitcase
Only one backpack/tote bag
A Bible (like a real one–not your phone)
A notebook
A pen
A REFILLABLE WATER BOTTLE!!!
Casual/themed clothes for sessions
Gym clothes for games and activities
Clothes and accessories in your team color
Close-toed shoes for games and activities
A pool towel
Swimwear that you can run, jump, and play in without a wardrobe malfunction
Towels and washcloths
Bedding for a twin bed or a sleeping bag
Pillow
Personal hygiene items (Deodorant!, shampoo, soap, toothbrush, etc.)
Shower shoes (flip flops, slides, etc.)
Bug spray
Sunscreen
Pajamas
Snacks
Medication (if applicable)
Optional:
Hand sanitizer and disinfectant wipes
STUFF NOT TO BRING:
To***co, drugs, alcohol, vapes, or weapons
Fireworks
Inappropriate clothing
Skateboards, roller skates, rollerblades...okay if it has wheels, don’t bring it
Your pet hamster
STUFF TO ASK YOUR FAMILY ABOUT:
Cell phones Are Permitted, but if they become a distraction they may be collected temporarily.
(also, the campground has terrible cell reception)
Headphones are permitted, but we may ask you to put them away if we see them too often.
Anything expensive and non-essential to your survival.
