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Visit Our Camp Cherith in the Carolinas Website
423-593-2185
chacha[AT]carolinacherith.com
415 Charlie White Trail
Clemson, South Carolina 29670
WINTER (OFF-SEASON) OFFICE ADDRESS:
Camp Cherith in the Carolinas: 14335 Water Stream Dr. Harvest, AL 35749
CAMPER AGES: 7-17
TYPE OF CAMP: Overnight/Sleepaway.
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
AFFILIATION(S): Christian. Pioneer Clubs
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: Camp Cherith in the Carolinas is a non-denominational Christian residential camp for boys and girls ages 7-17 that operates in Clemson, SC. At Camp Cherith, we incorporate our yearly theme, biblical application and FUN at every level.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Dance, Theater, Music/Band, Fine Arts/Crafts, Video/Filmmaking/Photography, Basketball, Cheerleading, Weightloss, Golf, Horses/Equestrian, Swimming, Waterfront/Aquatics, Sailing, Adventure, and more. Canoeing, Waterskiing, Wake Boarding, Jr. Lifeguard, Air Riflery, Archery, Ropes Course
CAMP LOCATION: Camp Cherith (pronounced "Care-eth") in the Carolinas is held at the Clemson University Outdoor Lab in Clemson, South Carolina. The site sits on a peninsula located on Lake Hartwell. Visit Our Camp Website Link: www.carolinacherith.com for more information.
CAMP FACILITIES: Our home away from home each summer is the Clemson University Outdoor Lab. With a beautiful view of Lake Hartwell, this site gives Camp Cherith in the Carolinas access to many activity choices, including several unique to our camp. Visit Our Camp Website Link: www.clemson.edu for more information.
CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Camp Cherith in the Carolinas is accredited by the American Camp Association. What does that mean? Among other things, accreditation means that we meet or exceed standards set by the American Camp Association. It means that our staff is fully trained, our camp is inspected by experts, and our program is safe. Accreditation means that we provide a safe, quality camp that your child will enjoy.
Camp Cherith in the Carolinas is the camping ministry of Pioneer Clubs and is licensed by Pioneer Clubs, and is a member of the Association of Camp Cherith Camps. We are one of six Camp Cherith camps in North America. Camp Cherith in the Carolinas is also a member of the Association of Cedarbrook Camps. Even though we don't use the Cedarbrook name, we are one of 15 Camp Cedarbrook camps in North America. How does this affect you? By working with other camps, Camp Cherith in the Carolinas has access to a network of camps, bringing the best ideas from each together to provide campers with the best time possible. Camp Cherith in the Carolinas is a member of the Christian Camp and Conference Association.
Our volunteer staff is made up of parents and past campers who are dedicated to the mission of our camp. We are an interdenominational Christ-centered camp striving to teach and model "Christ in every aspect of life." Camp Cherith in the Carolinas strives to provide a safe, exciting, enjoyable camp experience for children and adults; encouraging them to establish and strengthen a lasting personal relationship with Jesus Christ.
CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: The Camp Cherith in the Carolinas Camper in Leadership Training Program (C.I.L.T.) is a three-year program for high school aged campers to learn the skills needed to become a staff member. In addition to spending a week at camp each year, C.I.L.T.s attend a weekend retreat during the winter. To be a C.I.L.T., you:
* Must be 16 years of age or finished 8th grade
* Must have at least one week experience as a Cherith camper (exceptions made only with the approval of the director)
* Must display a vital Christian testimony
* Must display leadership ability
* Must demonstrate cooperation and dependability and show a willingness to learn
* Have a desire to minister to children and young people
* Must obtain at least two recommendations - one from the applicant's pastor/youth pastor and one from an adult who has observed the applicant in a position of leadership
CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Scholarships are available upon request. Visit Our Camp Website Link: carolinacherith.com to apply.
OTHER CAMP INFO: At Camp Cherith in the Carolinas, safety is a top goal. That's why everyone, from the camp director to our counselors, are given training in how to keep our campers healthy and safe. Our medical staff consists of a licensed nurse on-site 24 hours a day, and Red Cross certified lifeguards ready to provide care at any time. Camp Cherith is a unique place where our campers have testified that they feel they can truly be themselves. Find us on Facebook and see what we are all about!
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Registration is Open for our camp week of July 30-August 5, 2017. Session Fee: $450 (include room, board, and activities for 7 days and 6 nights).
SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
Our staff is volunteer only.
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