Welcome to Camp Occohannock on the Bay
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Mission Statement:
To Provide A Place Where All Are Welcome, Lives Are Changed, and Faith is Strengthened |
Meet Our 2019 Summer Program Staff:
Summer Program Coordinator
Name: Nickayl Williams Age: 21 Education: Senior at Virginia Wesleyan University. Graduating with a Math major and Music minor. Pursuing a MATH Ed. I will also pursue a degree in biblical studies at Tidewater Bible College. What excites you about camp?: I am personally looking forward to getting to know all the new camp staff and campers and catching up with all the returning campers and staff. Hobbies?: I love learning new bass-lines to play and various songs for acoustic guitar. I also really enjoy playing billiards and canoeing. Fears?: One of my fears is looking back over my life and realizing that I've missed some opportunities. Books?: Black Trilogy by Ted Dekker. Music?: Motown Music followed closely by Gospel What advice would you give to first time campers?: My advice would be to open up to your unit and get involved in all the activities your unit does. What other things would you like for others to know about you?: I love getting to know new people and the good conversations that follow and that goes for people of all ages from 5 to 50 years old. What Camp experiences do you have?: My most fun experience would have to be the Pocomoke River Trip my unit went on. This will also be my 3rd year working at Camp OOTB Health Supervisor
Name: Jonathan Seidel Education: Bachelor's of History from Emory and Henry College. Minors: German and Spanish Certified in Red Cross Lifeguard, CPR, AED, and First Aid Instructor. Have worked with major cruise line and surf lifeguarding in NJ. Employed by Roanoke City Public Schools What are you excited about for camp? Having new adventures in God's natural playground, and sharing them with old friends and new disciples. Fears: Not living up to God's mission for my life. Books: Lord of the Rings, Hobbit, and the Bible Music: Soundtracks What advice would you give to first time campers: Try to experience new things, even if you may need to go out of your comfort zone. What other things would you like others to know about you: Running, racing, hiking, paintball, knots, swimming, scuba, spear fishing, surfing, sup paddle boarding, playing various flute instruments, and collecting historical artifacts. What Camp experience do you have?: Boy Scouts and working at Camp Occohannock. This is about my 12th year working at Camp Occohannock. |
Waterfront Coordinator
Name: Maggie Deering Age: 24 Education: Graduate of Salisbury University with a History Degree and Secondary Education. Currently working at Crisfield high school in Crisfield, MD. What are you most excited about for camp?: I am excited about the dynamic atmosphere of camp. I love being a part of such a special family. This family helps me grow emotionally and spiritually and for that I am forever grateful. Hobbies?: swimming, knitting, hiking, walking my dogs Fears?: I fear that I will not make a positive impact on people's lives like I hope to. That's why I strive so hard to be that positive impact. Books?: Historical books, The Boy in the Striped Pajamas, Sarah's Key, Above Us Only Sky and the Bible of course. Music?: I like country and pop. What Advice would you give to first time camper: To just enjoy every little moment. Enjoy the campout nights, the canoeing, the fishing, the games, the Thursday night worship. When you allow yourself to enjoy each moment you will create memories that will last a lifetime. What other things would you like to share: I enjoy hiking on the Appalachian Trail. What Camp experience do you have: I went to a girl scout camp overnight as a young girl. This will also be my 2nd year working at Camp Occohannock Worship Coordinator
Name: Arianna Zampella
Age: 18 Education: A senior in High School and planning on attending Houghton College for psychology. What are you excited about for camp?: I'm excited to praise Jesus and to meet everyone at camp! Hobbies?: I love musical theatre, acting, Guitar, singing, leading worship, knitting and karate. Fear?: Flying things. They're cool to watch but not when they're in my face. Books?: My current favorite is Anne of Green Gables and the Harry Potter books. Music?: I usually listen to a good array of Broadway musical albums, as well as a large amount of worship bands and Christian singers. What advice would you give to first time campers?: Be you! And be open. There will be a lot of new experiences and a lot of new people. The best memories are made when you embrace those new experiences! What other things would you like for others to know about you?: I have a passion for music and praising God, and I love to be able to lead people deeper in their relationship with Him through the talents and gifting God has given me. I can't wait to be able to bring my passion to camp! What Camp experiences do you have? Since I was 10 I've been to a week of camp every summer at various different camps in New York. Last summer I was able to be an assistant counselor at one of those camps at it was a really rewarding experience. |
POLAR DUCK DIP 2019
Our Goal: $15,000.00
Will you help us reach our goal again?
Polar Duck Dip Total So Far: $1,3115.00
Thank you so much to those that dipped and the business sponsors that gave a money donation or an item from your business.
There is still time to give, so please consider sending a gift.
Polar Duck Dip Shirts: $20 (Dippers Get a Free Shirt)
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Summer Camp 2019:
Start Planning Now, Registrations Opens January 1st.
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Christian Adventure Leaders
(Summer Counselors) Cover Letter, Job Descriptions, and Application are ready for you to fill out and turn in. Either print your documents out and return the application or fill it out online. The sooner you apply the sooner we can start the hiring process. Job Positions that Are Open: Program Staff: (These positions will be hired by February) Program Coordinator Worship/Assistant Coordinator Health Supervisor Waterfront/Lifeguard Coordinator Summer Counselors: (These position will be hired by May) Lead Counselor Co-Counselor Counselor In Training |
