News, Perspectives and Updates from Around the Camp Hanover Campfire
New Beginnings, New Possibilities, and Renewal
Anyone who knows me, knows that to me, kids are everything. Yes, everything. When I heard that summer camps would not be happening this summer, I had a long process of grieving the possibilities that could have been. I knew I would miss all of the incredible smiles,...
We’re a QuaranTEAM!
Hello! My name is Rachel Talmadge! I am from Fredericksburg, VA, and I am 19 years old. I came to camp as a camper for most of my childhood and then I was lucky enough to be hired as a counselor for the first time last summer. I am currently living at Camp Hanover as...
A Camper’s Perspective – by Virginia Adams
Cooking fajita chicken became one of my greatest memories, as one minute our mouths watered and the next the sky poured water on us.
Getting Ready for Camp
Tips on Preparing for Camp Your child's time at camp will be here before you know it. Make sure everyone is ready for that time away with these tips: Talk about their concerns, but redirect them to a positive place. "Lots of people feel homesick, that's normal, but...
Can you believe it? 1957 marks 60 years of ministry at Camp Hanover! To celebrate this milestone, several events are planned throughout the year, and you're invited! There will be an Appreciation Dinner on March 15. Happening just before summer begins, Family Camp is...
Presbytery of the James: GOing to Triennium!
Last night, the Presbytery of the James delegation departed for Presbyterian Youth Triennium 2016! Triennium is a conference for high school youth from the Presbyterian Church (USA) and the Cumberland Presbyterian Church that happens every three years. The theme for...
Youth Council Cleans Up!
POJ Youth Host James River Clean Up This weekend, the Youth Council of the Presbytery of the James hosted a James River cleanup event. Starting at Great Shiplock Park in Richmond, 45 people from 11 churches spread out along the Capital Trail, Chapel Island, and the...
What’s the Buzz? It’s Time for a Pollinator Meadow Update!
Letting the grass grow out in this particular corner of camp was just the first phase of a “Turf Conversion to Native Plants” project—also known as our GoodPastures Pollinator Meadow! Read More…
Winter is Coming. Ready For Summer?
Now Accepting Applications for Traveling Day Camp 2016 Winter is coming, but it's never too early to look ahead to next summer, especially if you are the one tasked with providing dynamic faith-building experiences for children in your church congregation or...