What to do on the First Day of Camp…
The first day of camp is often filled with excitement, nervousness, and wonder. It should not be confusing, so we try to give as much advance information as possible. When you arrive you can expect to find helpful…
First Day of Camp
Parent FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Health & Safety
Is Camp Chestnut Ridge accredited? Chestnut Ridge Camp and Retreat Center is an accredited camp with the American Camp Association. Chestnut Ridge meets or exceeds standards set by the ACA to ensure that e…
Summer Camp FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Health & Safety
Is Camp Chestnut Ridge accredited? Chestnut Ridge Camp and Retreat Center is an accredited camp with the American Camp Association. Chestnut Ridge meets or exceeds standards set by the ACA to ensure that e…
Racing to Send Kids to Camp!
Run (or walk) through the forest and send a kid to camp! Camp Chestnut Ridge is hosting the Third Annual Trail Run on Nov. 17. Proceeds from the race benefit NC UM camping ministry’s “Pass It On” Annual Fund which enhances facilities and equipment and helps send children and youth to camp through the ‘campership’… [Continue Reading]
2013 Confirmation Retreat
Now registering for the 2013 Confirmation Retreat!
We’re lining up a terrific set of speakers and activities for the Corridor District Confirmation Retreat at Chestnut Ridge February 22-24, 2013. Plenary and workshop topics include teaching and discuss…
Pollywog Camp (Preschool)
Pollywog Camp
Ages: 3-5 (Preschool)
Pollywog campers will have not yet attended Kindergarten and must be potty trained.
Drop Off: 7:30am to 8:30am, Pick Up: 12:00pm
Introducing our long-awaited preschool summer camp! We are very excited to offer …
Square Dance and BBQ September 16, 2012
Bring your partner and join the fun!
Sunday, September 16, 2012
4:00-7:00 PM
Pavilion at Chestnut Ridge Camp and Retreat Center
Live Music by the Blue Ridge Gang Band with caller Nancy Mamlin
Delicious BBQ and Fixin’s
Silent Auction
All pr…
Fall Riding Lessons
Fall Session of Riding Lessons
Begins the week of September 10, 2012
Lessons are taught by American Association of Horsemanship Safety certified instructors. All lessons include horsemanship and horse care training, as well as riding skills. Lesso…
Seeking After School Director
Now seeking a fun, energetic person to direct a Christian after school program at Chestnut Ridge Camp & Retreat Center. This is an outdoor after school program with emphasis on supervised informal free play.
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Why I Give
Why I Give
One summer counselor decided to donate her entire summer paycheck to the campership fund so that every child would be able to come to camp last summer regardless of financial need.
Read more about Jemima’s amazing gift….

