News, Perspectives and Updates from Around the Camp Hanover Campfire

This week, we bid farewell to a retiring colleague, Lisa VanderPloeg. Lisa has been a member of the Camp Hanover staff since 2000. As office manager, she has registered thousands of campers, coordinated numerous retreat and group reservations, processed payroll for...

On March 10, a group of hardy volunteers branched out of their typical activities by spending some time in Camp Hanover's garden. Their mission was sprucing it up for spring. Armed with gloves, brushes, and clippers, they tended to the tasks set before them: Staining...

Holly described her first time leading a canoe trip with Camp Hanover as “a disaster.” “At the first set of rapids, all the canoes capsized. When we got off the river and set up camp, we were hit with a deluge of rain.” Everyone, and everything was soaked. “But the...

You're invited to an open house for our after-school program, CHASE. Learn about Camp Hanover and this exciting adventure for elementary school children on Saturday, March 16, from 10 a.m. to noon. CHASE focuses on outdoor exploration, creativity, and faith. Open...

Volunteers make Camp happen! Do you have a few hours to give? We have a number of opportunities available that can use your gifts and talents. Have questions? Contact Laura Haney.March 9, 10 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. Our garden has grown! With a larger footprint, more visitors...

In Fall 2023, the Camp Hanover Board welcomed several new members. Nathan Kiss and Erin Davidson began three-year terms on September 1, 2023. Teens Marcy Mortimer and Noah Richardson-Lauve are serving as youth members for one-year terms. Lisa Tully returned to the...

It's almost here! Registration for 2024 overnight and day camps opens January 18 at 1:18 p.m. Camp starts June 9 (a week early!) and goes for seven weeks through July 27. We’ve put together another fantastic summer of fun. Register early to lock in the sessions that...

Camp Hanover's Reilly McNamara led a workshop at the recent 2023 Virginia Camp and Retreat Leaders Gathering. This annual event gives camp leaders across the state an opportunity to connect and learn together. The theme this year was "Won't You Be My Neighbor" and...

During its October meeting, Camp Hanover’s Board recognized the service of outgoing board president Jennifer Gwyn. During her term, Jennifer’s leadership was instrumental in creating stability and growth for Camp Hanover. Her service is even more meaningful when one...