About Us 
Kids Camp
Theme for 2010
Our summer theme this year is "LIFE, it's not just a game". Inspired from the biblical verse 2 Corinthians 5:17, "This means that anyone who belongs to Christ has become a new person. The old life is gone; and a new life has begun!" Exclamation point!!! So be prepared for playing camp life "BIG"!
Each week is jam-packed with lots of "BIG" games and activities because one of our goals is to give each camper the best and most memorable week of their life. We also strive to make our daily chapels both fun and spiritually dynamic by having great speakers and a fantastic worship team. These camps are DEFINITELY an investment in fun and faith.
One of the parents has told us - "Going to camp is the highlight of their summers! They look forward to it as soon as they register! We are thrilled to hear about all the "fun" they have! But we are also so thankful that the camps are MORE than that. The boys can't stop talking about how each summer their lives were changed!"
Staff
It takes a special person to be a counselor, lifeguard and support team member at camp. They have to be energetic, enthusiastic, patient and fun. The majority of our Summer Staff Team are between the ages of 18-23 years old. They are recruited from colleges far and wide, based on their Christian Commitment and their desire to have a positive impact in the lives and faith of campers. We believe they are a most valuable asset of Christian Ministry. Total involvement and teamwork are essential for each staff member. Their ability to teach, inspire and mentor will set the pace for a successful summer. They will attend an extensive two week training where they will learn how to keep your children safe physically, emotionally and spiritually. To further insure overall safety, CHC will conduct a criminal history check, a sexual offender registry check and reference calls on all Summer Staff.
Health Officer
Your child's health and safety are our top priority. All activities are under the direction of trained counselors/staff who will stay with your child in their cabins. We have American Red Cross trained Emergency Responders that live on site 24/7. Every precaution is taken for the well-being of your child. We will do our best to see all campers have a wonderful and very safe stay at camp.
Camper Mail, Email & Faxes
You can stay in touch with your camper while they are at camp by email, snail mail and faxing. Once a day we have camper mail call. We encourage you to mail letters to you camper early enough so they will arrive while your child is attending camp. You may choose to fax your camper between 5pm-10am at 810-631-4533. Please limit faxes to one page and include your camper's first and last name and cabin name. To email your camper you will need to send it through kim's email at kim@covenanthills.org. You will need your camper's cabin name and both first and last names. The last time we hand out mail will be at meal time on the last FULL day of camp.
Camper Cam
Each day during our kids camp programs we take digital photos and upload them overnight. We will post this website address on the back of your counselor card that you will receive at registration day and in the confirmation letter.
Summer Camp Employment
For information on camp employment you can email kim at kim@covenanthills.org or call the office at 810-631-4531 for an application packet.
What to Bring
Here is a packing list of what you should bring. Remember to look at our dress code before packing clothing.
- Sleeping bag or sheets and blanket(s)
- Pillow and pillowcase
- Bible (with camper's name in it)
- Jacket and/or sweatshirt(s)
- Raincoat
- Shorts (at least 3.5" inseam)
- Long pants
- T-shirts
Pajamas- Underwear for each day
- Modest swimsuit and cover-up
- Beach towel
- Socks (bring extra socks!)
- Comfortable tennis shoes with support
- Towel and wash cloth
- Comb and/or brush
- Toothbrush and toothpaste
- Shampoo and soap
- Small bag for carrying stuff to the bathhouse
- Sunscreen (highly recommended)
- Bag for dirty clothes
- Flashlight with batteries
- Camera (optional)
- Small backpack (optional)
- Water bottle
Signed permission slip
Long pants for each day
Sturdy boots or shoes
Hat
Senior Teen Trip Camp
Signed permission slip
Backpack
Water bottle
Spending money for off campus activities (Canteen is not offered for this camp.)
Please leave lighters, knives, snacks, magazines, comic books, CD's, CD Players, IPODS, MP3 Players and cell phones at home.