camp roanoke summer 2011 guide

Enriching Lives Through Action and Atmosphere

www.CampRoanoke.com • (540) 387-6114

Feb. 19th, 2011 - Roanoke Camp FairJoin us at Valley View Mall in Roanoke, Virginia from 10:00am to 4:00pm. Meet the

staff and find out if Camp Roanoke is right for your child.

Apr. 9th, 2011 - Open HouseStop by camp between 10am and 4pm to see the facility, try the climbing wall, and

enjoy a free lunch.

Jun. 12th, 2011 - First Week of CampMost camp offerings begin this week! Be a part of the fun as soon as school is out.

Jun. 19th, 2011 - OutpostTry our new program offering for rising 7th to 11th graders! More inside.

Mark Your Calendars For These Upcoming Dates

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Camp Roanoke is nestled within 700 acres of the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains in western Roanoke County, conveniently located just off Interstate 81 exit 132. Since 1925, Camp Roanoke’s programs have shaped the character and lives of thousands of youth and adults. Participants learn to embrace many environmental and cultural values while at camp, from the stewardship principles of “leave no trace” to self-confidence and esteem building ideals from “Character Counts.” These concepts are incorporated into the activities, special events and daily routine of camp life. Focusing on character helps campers develop both emotionally and socially by promoting respect for diversity, personal and peer responsibility, and the ability to fail or succeed in an encouraging environment.

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Our StaffCamp Roanoke is owned and operated by Roanoke County’s Department of Parks, Recreation & Tourism. Our department is southwest Virginia’s leading source of outdoor and summer programming for youth, families and adults. Our full-time staff members are graduates of universities and colleges with accredited outdoor recreation programs. Additionally, staff members are

certified Wilderness First Responders, and have extensive experience in working with children and youth in outdoor settings. Our food services are managed by a ServSafe certified camp food service professional. Camp counselors are students from colleges and universities, who must complete an intensive 14 day training program which includes First Aid/CPR/AED Training, defensive driving, conflict management, group dynamics, supervision roles, etc. Health care professionals meet with each child and family at check-in to discuss each camper’s individual needs. Staff members also administer medications, monitor special diets, and apply first aid during the camp session. All camp staff are carefully screened, interviewed and approved through background checks prior to hiring.

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www.ACAcamps.org Camp Roanoke is proud to be accredited by the American Camp Association, a nationally-recognized organization that focuses on the quality, health and safety of camp programs. Camp Roanoke voluntarily submits to this independent appraisal by camp experts and has earned the American Camp Association seal of approval.

Discover y Day program for campers entering K-5th grades.Calling all campers entering Kindergarten through 5th grade looking for an outdoor adventure

based day camp experience. Participants will be introduced to a wide range of activities that

include; archery (ages 7 and up), arts and crafts, field games, leadership development, rock wall

climbing, hiking, creeking, special events, a weekly field trip and much more! Included in the

costs are a morning and afternoon snack, a delicious hot lunch and field trip fees. Don’t miss out

on this great experience as Discovery program is limited to 40 campers per one week session.

Free satellite transportation is available from Tanglewood Mall. Weekly sessions run from 9 AM

- 4 PM, Monday through Friday. Early Bird Tuition by April 11: $175 Tuition after April 11: $200.

VoyagerResidential program for campers entering 5th-7th grades.Looking for real summer adventure? The Voyager program is an exciting co-ed residential experi-

ence that engages children, entering grades 5 through 7, in activities ranging from canoeing to

rock wall climbing, venturing onto our low and high challenge courses, mountain boarding, archery

and even real rock climbing. The campers will also have time for arts and crafts, environmental

education, creeking, hiking and horseback riding. Get your registrations in soon because the

Voyager program is limited to only 16 campers per week. Tuition includes all meals, lodging, activi-

ties, equipment and transportation Early bird Tuition by April 11: $410. Tuition after April 11: $435.

TrekOffsite adventure for campers entering 8th-12th grades.Join us on our trip to wild and wonderful West Virginia! The Adventure Trek is an extreme experience

not to be missed. Campers will begin their trip at Camp Roanoke going through the low and high

challenge course as well as practicing to climb on our rock wall. They will then journey to West

Virginia where they will experience tent style living, whitewater rafting, rock climbing, hiking and

environmental education in the beautiful and historic New River Gorge. This camp is too awesome

to miss, so sign-up today! Space is limited to only 10 campers. Tuition includes all meals, camping

fees, transportation and equipment. Early Bird Tuition by April 11: $500. Tuition after April 11: $525.

ExplorerResidential program for campers entering 3rd-5th grades.Want to create memories of a lifetime? The Explorer program is geared towards campers entering the 3rd through 5th grades and provides a safe and fun co-ed residential experience in a pristine outdoor environment. Your days will be spent canoeing, hiking, rock wall climbing, playing field games, making arts and crafts, learning about the environment, shooting archery and many more exciting camp activities! Nightly events include; swimming, dancing, skit/talent performances, camp-fires, singing and star gazing. Pack your bags and the rest is on us (food, transportation and equipment). Sign-up as soon as possible as Explorer program is limited to 16 campers per one week session. Early bird Tuition by April 11: $380 Tuition after April 11: $405.

AdventureResidential program for campers entering 7th-9th grades.Are you ready for the best in summer excitement? The Adventure program is designed to submerse

campers, entering grades 7 through 9, into a total outdoor experience. Campers will initially be

based at Camp Roanoke and embark upon new adventures daily! You will participate in a vari-

ety of activities to include: camping, rock climbing, kayaking, low and high course experience,

mountain boarding, rock wall climbing, environmental education, traditional camp activities and

more! Make sure to sign up quick because the Adventure program is limited to 12 campers.

Remember your tuition includes all meals, lodging, equipment, activities and transportation. Early

bird Tuition by April 11: $440. Tuition After April 11: $465.

Summer 2011 YouthPrograms

OutpostResidential program for campers entering 7th-11th grades.New this summer! Camp Roanoke has added exciting activities for this high adventure program.

Your child will enjoy activities as backpacking, canoeing and rock climbing. Campers will also

experience the climbing wall, the high and low ropes courses as well as outdoor skills and en-

vironmental education. All gear, food and transportation are included in the fee. Registration is

limited 10 campers. Early bird Tuition by April 11: $460. Fee after April 11 is $485.

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Camp Rising Grades Camp Start Camp End Days Girls Course # Boys Course # Earlybird Fee Fee After Apr 11

Discovery K to 5th June 13th June 17th Mon. to Fri. 17177 17178 $175 $200


Discovery K to 5th June 27th July 1st Mon. to Fri. 17671 17672 $175 $200

Discovery K to 5th July 11th July 15th Mon. to Fri. 17181 17182 $175 $200

Discovery K to 5th July 18th July 22nd Mon. to Fri. 17183 17184 $175 $200


Discovery K to 5th August 8th August 12th Mon. to Fri. 17187 17188 $175 $200

Explorer 3rd to 5th June 12th June 17th Sun. to Fri. 17189 17200 $380 $405


Explorer 3rd to 5th June 26th July 1st Sun. to Fri. 17673 17674 $380 $405

Explorer 3rd to 5th July 10th July 15th Sun. to Fri. 17192 17193 $380 $405

Explorer 3rd to 5th July 17th July 22nd Sun. to Fri. 17194 17195 $380 $405


Explorer 3rd to 5th August 7th August 12th Sun. to Fri. 17198 17199 $380 $405

Voyager 5th to 7th June 12th June 17th Sun. to Fri. 17212 17211 $410 $435


Voyager 5th to 7th June 26th July 1st Sun. to Fri. 17676 17675 $410 $435

Voyager 5th to 7th July 10th July 15th Sun. to Fri. 17216 17215 $410 $435

Voyager 5th to 7th July 17th July 22nd Sun. to Fri. 17218 17217 $410 $435


Voyager 5th to 7th August 7th August 12th Sun. to Fri. 17222 17221 $410 $435

Adventure 7th to 9th June 12th June 17th Sun. to Fri. 17202 17201 $440 $465

Adventure 7th to 9th June 26th July 1st Sun. to Fri. 17678 17677 $440 $465

Adventure 7th to 9th July 10th July 15th Sun. to Fri. 17204 17203 $440 $465

Adventure 7th to 9th July 17th July 22nd Sun. to Fri. 17206 17205 $440 $465

Adventure 7th to 9th August 7th August 12th Sun. to Fri. 17208 17207 $440 $465

Outpost 7th to 11th June 19th June 24th Sun. to Fri. 17327 17227 $460 $485

Trek 8th to 12th July 24th July 29th Sun. to Fri. 17224 17223 $500 $525

Summer 2011 Program Schedule

Facility Amenities & RentalsCamp Roanoke is the ideal setting for any type of group event! We’re open year round for conferences, retreats or family gatherings with the flexibility to accommodate most group sizes. It’s the perfect place to get away for the day or the weekend, located just minutes from Interstate 81 near Roanoke, Virginia.

• MEETING SPACES - Our dining hall seats up to 84 individuals, and the nearby activity lodge holds up to 64. Camp is also home to the area’s largest picnic shelter, which holds up to 300 for outdoor meetings. Wi-fi internet access and audiovisual equipment is available to our visitors.

• OVERNIGHT ACCOMMODATIONS - Featuring 8 heated and air-conditioned cabins with bunk style beds and close shower access. Up to 80 individuals can stay the night starting at only $12.50 per person.

• ON-SITE ADVENTURES - Enjoy our high-ropes and low-ropes challenge courses for your next team building event. Trained staff members will help your group reach their potential with fun interactive games on our equipment, including a 44-foot high climbing tower and zip line. For a more laid back excursion, take a nature walk out to the 158 acre Spring Hollow Reservoir for canoeing.

• OFF-SITE ADVENTURES - Schedule a guided trip with the experienced Camp Roanoke staff! Whether your group is interested in rock climbing, whitewater kayaking, caving or just enjoying the beauty of Southwest Virginia, the experts at Camp Roanoke can guide you to the best locations.

• CATERING - The facilities at Camp Roanoke include a full-service commercial kitchen, and our food service professional has over 15 years experience in the catering industry. While you’re here, choose from several fantastic menu options for breakfast, lunch, dinner, boxed meals and snacks.

www.CampRoanoke.com (540) 387-6114

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Camp Rising Grades Camp Start Camp End Days Girls Course # Boys Course # Earlybird Fee Fee After Apr 11



Discovery K to 5th June 27th July 1st Mon. to Fri. 17671 17672 $175 $200


Discovery K to 5th July 18th July 22nd Mon. to Fri. 17183 17184 $175 $200


Discovery K to 5th August 8th August 12th Mon. to Fri. 17187 17188 $175 $200



Explorer 3rd to 5th June 26th July 1st Sun. to Fri. 17673 17674 $380 $405


Explorer 3rd to 5th July 17th July 22nd Sun. to Fri. 17194 17195 $380 $405


Explorer 3rd to 5th August 7th August 12th Sun. to Fri. 17198 17199 $380 $405



Voyager 5th to 7th June 26th July 1st Sun. to Fri. 17676 17675 $410 $435


Voyager 5th to 7th July 17th July 22nd Sun. to Fri. 17218 17217 $410 $435


Voyager 5th to 7th August 7th August 12th Sun. to Fri. 17222 17221 $410 $435

Adventure 7th to 9th June 12th June 17th Sun. to Fri. 17202 17201 $440 $465

Adventure 7th to 9th June 26th July 1st Sun. to Fri. 17678 17677 $440 $465

Adventure 7th to 9th July 10th July 15th Sun. to Fri. 17204 17203 $440 $465

Adventure 7th to 9th July 17th July 22nd Sun. to Fri. 17206 17205 $440 $465

Adventure 7th to 9th August 7th August 12th Sun. to Fri. 17208 17207 $440 $465

Outpost 7th to 11th June 19th June 24th Sun. to Fri. 17327 17227 $460 $485

Trek 8th to 12th July 24th July 29th Sun. to Fri. 17224 17223 $500 $525

Summer 2011 Program ScheduleRegistration packets for each camp program must be returned completed at least 2 weeks prior to the program’s first day. Failure to comply may result in cancellation. Completed registration packets should be sent to:

Camp Roanoke • 6498 Dry Hollow Road • Salem, VA 24153

Registration packets for each program can be downloaded at www.CampRoanoke.comPackets can also be requested by mail by calling either Camp Roanoke at (540) 387-6114 or Roanoke County Parks, Recreation & Tourism at (540) 387-6078.

Camper enrollment is determined on a first come/first serve basis. A 50% deposit is required immediately when sending payment by check, cash, or over the phone by credit card.

• Visa, Mastercard or Discover Card using the secure online registration portal within www.CampRoanoke.com. Online registration requires 100% payment at time of registration.

• Visa, Mastercard or Discover Card by calling Camp Roanoke at (540) 387-6114. Phone registration requires 50% payment at time of registration.

• Mail check or money order to CAMP ROANOKE at: 6498 Dry Hollow Rd.

Salem, VA 24153

Drop-Off and Pick-UpCamper registration and drop off for Explorer, Voyager, Adventure and Trek programs are on Sundays from 3:00 PM-4:00 PM. Campers should be picked up on Fridays between the hours of 4:00 PM-5:00 PM.

Tuition Payments

Registration Packets

Have Questions?Contact us anytime by calling (540) 387-6114, or send an email to [email protected]. Need to see the facility for yourself? Schedule a visit with your child, or attend our open house on April 9, 2011.

Facility Amenities & RentalsCamp Roanoke is the ideal setting for any type of group event! We’re open year round for conferences, retreats or family gatherings with the flexibility to accommodate most group sizes. It’s the perfect place to get away for the day or the weekend, located just minutes from Interstate 81 near Roanoke, Virginia.

• MEETING SPACES - Our dining hall seats up to 84 individuals, and the nearby activity lodge holds up to 64. Camp is also home to the area’s largest picnic shelter, which holds up to 300 for outdoor meetings. Wi-fi internet access and audiovisual equipment is available to our visitors.

• OVERNIGHT ACCOMMODATIONS - Featuring 8 heated and air-conditioned cabins with bunk style beds and close shower access. Up to 80 individuals can stay the night starting at only $12.50 per person.

• ON-SITE ADVENTURES - Enjoy our high-ropes and low-ropes challenge courses for your next team building event. Trained staff members will help your group reach their potential with fun interactive games on our equipment, including a 44-foot high climbing tower and zip line. For a more laid back excursion, take a nature walk out to the 158 acre Spring Hollow Reservoir for canoeing.

• OFF-SITE ADVENTURES - Schedule a guided trip with the experienced Camp Roanoke staff! Whether your group is interested in rock climbing, whitewater kayaking, caving or just enjoying the beauty of Southwest Virginia, the experts at Camp Roanoke can guide you to the best locations.

• CATERING - The facilities at Camp Roanoke include a full-service commercial kitchen, and our food service professional has over 15 years experience in the catering industry. While you’re here, choose from several fantastic menu options for breakfast, lunch, dinner, boxed meals and snacks.

www.CampRoanoke.com (540) 387-6114

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1. Follow Interstate 81 to Exit 132 (Toward Dixie Caverns).

2. At the end of the exit ramp, follow signs to Route 11/460 (approximately 1/4 mile).

3. Turn right onto Route 11 South/ 460 West.

4. Pass Dixie Caverns and take the first left onto West River Road (approximately 1/2 mile).

5. Cross the railroad tracks and take the second paved road on your right (Dry Hollow Road), approximately 1/2 mile.

6. Follow Dry Hollow Road approximately 2 miles until the road ends and turn left into Camp Roanoke.

Driving Directions

Blacksburg, VA.......30 minutesCharlotte, NC................3 hoursCharlottesville, VA.........2 hoursFredericksburg, VA....3.5 hoursHarrisonburg, VA..........2 hoursLynchburg, VA...........1.5 hoursRichmond, VA...............3 hoursVirginia Beach, VA.....4.5 hoursWinchester, VA..............3 hoursWashington DC, VA......4 hours

Closer Than You Think!

Enriching Lives Through Action & Atmosphere

See More Online www.CampRoanoke.com

Camp Roanoke is operated by the County of Roanoke Virginia’s

Department of Parks, Recreation & Tourism

Contact Information

ADDRESS: 6498 Dry Hollow Road Salem, Virginia 24153 E-MAIL: [email protected]

TELEPHONE: (540) 387-6114

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