Yes! Serve Camp works hard to make sure teens are exposed to a variety of needs in our community and beyond. Based on the schedules of individuals, families, and non-profit organizations we’re often limited to the “when” we can help. If you’ve been a part of the camp you know that things are fluid come camp week because of how fast (or slow) teens work, weather, etc. This is the reality of life and teens experience the necessary serving spirit of “go with it”. It’s not about us, it’s about others and their needs.
NEW IN 2024!
Middle School Only Program
Designed to provide an experience specific to middle school offering projects and opportunities that inspire youth to serve, love, and be life-makers. Our Middle School camp aims to create an environment for each camper to be themselves, grow in confidence, and feel empowered to love. Through deeper relationships and mentorships, small group discussions, and relevant opportunities to serve, we hope to inspire this next generation to lead in love, and to embrace who God made them to be!
Extended Friday Celebration!
Pool Party | Race Adventure| Glow-in-the-Dark Dance Party
MS Camp Hours
9am-4pm (Mon-Thurs)
9am-10pm (Friday)
Daily Drop-off
Begins at 8:45am
Daily Pick-up
3:45pm-4:00pm Daily
Note Friday is extended until 10:00pm
MS Camp Fee Includes
Love Projects
Camp T-Shirt
Snacks
Extended Friday Celebration
Exclusive Friday Celebration T-Shirt
MS Camp Fees
No registration fee, activity fees, or hidden fees.
Flash Sale: $385
March 2nd & 3rd
*Must pay in full
Early Bird Rates: $395
March 4th-10th
Regular Rates: $405
March 11th-June 8th
Just-In-Time Rates: $425
Begins June 9th
Camp Headquarters
Cascades Overlook Event Center
21453 Epicerie Plaza #200, Sterling, VA 20164
FAQ's
Are the Middle School camp weeks different?
How are teams formed?
Teams are divided between rising 6th-8th grades. There are no exceptions to the grade formation of teams. During registration you will be asked if there are friend requests. We do our very best to accommodate everyone but there are several reasons we can’t including parents indicating the wrong grade during registration, overwhelming same group requests (we limit group sizes for effectiveness to 12-15), parents may request another camper but the other camper may request not to be in same group. Rest assured most often things work out perfectly. We encourage parents to verify directly with other parents if requests are okay and what secondary plans can be made when there’s an overwhelming number of campers requesting the same team.
Are Middle School and High School campers separate this summer?
Yes, we are providing unique camp experiences (and unique hours) for Middle School and High School campers. However, both camps will be taking place simultaneously, and at the same location. We see extreme value in keeping these age groups separate, as we hope to offer a more intense experience for our High School Campers, and an environment for our Middle Schoolers to be empowered to love. Please reach out to us with any questions you may have.
Are Middle School and High School different hours?
Yes, the hours for Middle and High School campers are different. The camp day starts for Middle School at 9am. Middle School camp will end at 4pm. The camp day ends at 10pm on Friday for both Middle School and High School. Please contact us with any questions or concerns.
What is Friday Celebration?
After a hard week of service the teens will enjoy an all day celebration on Friday. This is our way of thanking them & also an opportunity for the teens to simply enjoy hanging with their friends. Our Friday celebration will be extended until 10pm. We have a jam-packed day and late-night dance party planned for our Middle School campers. It’s gonna be awesome!
What kind of training is required for the camp counselors?
What a great question! Each camp counselor goes through an internal training process before they are allowed to become a Serve Camp counselor. Along with our internal training process, each counselor is required to be certified (and active) in CPR, First Aid, and AED.
Where are love projects located?
Camp begins and ends at our camp headquarters, however, campers go offsite for many love projects in Loudoun and the DMV area. Project locations are based on the needs of the individual, families, community or non-profits we are serving. Schedules will be available to view on the first day of camp
How are campers transported?
We hired trained professional and licensed drivers to transport our campers. At times we will recruit licensed and insured volunteers who have passed a background check to transport campers as needed.
Is Serve Camp a faith based camp?
Serve Camp is a camp based on the life and message of Jesus. Jesus teaches us that love leads to life. Each day campers are introduced to a truth Jesus gave us regarding how we can make life happen (i.e. love, putting others first, servant leadership, sacrifice). Campers are challenged daily to join Jesus in making life happen by embodying his life and message. During small groups counselors debrief the truth of the day with campers in an age-appropriate way, talk about the reality of living out that truth (how we can live it out and how difficult it can be), and challenge them to be life makers now and as a dream for their life.
Is Serve Camp associated with other organizations?
Serve Camp is a 501(C)3 non-profit corporation in the state of Virginia and is an integrated auxiliary of Common Ground Church.