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Camp Tekoa is a place to enjoy adventure, grow in your faith and experience life-change! Our mission is Touching Hearts, Changing Lives and Sharing the Light of Christ.
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Our MissionThe thing that makes Camp Tekoa Special is our Mission: Touching Hearts, Changing Lives and Sharing the Light of Christ. Campers will experience our mission throughout their time at camp. Each morning, campers reflect on God’s beauty at morning watch. High School campers repair homes in our community. Day Campers may visit a nursing home. Each week, we support a mission project through donations. Join the mission and have your life changed!
Our History
Tekoa was founded in 1949 as the
Western North Carolina Conference Camp
of the United Methodist Church under
the direction of the late Rev. Carl H. King.
It was named for the hometown of Amos,
an Old Testament prophet, and exists
so that all who come here will become
prophets of God, sharing the Good News
of God’s love through Jesus Christ!
Many parents ask, “What kind of staff do
you hire?” It is important for us to hire
the most qualified individuals to work with
your children. All staff are hired with the
understanding that Tekoa is a place where
acceptance, trust, servanthood, and faith
become real in the lives of everyone at
camp. Through our mission statement, this
understanding and goal is shared by our staff:
We specifically seek out individuals who
have a strong desire to work in an outdoor
setting and are excited about making a
positive difference in campers’ lives. All
staff are required to complete a thorough
application and interview, provide personal
references and clear a national criminal
background check. Additional Information
and applications can be found at:
Summer Staff Touching Hearts, Changing Lives,
and Sharing the Light of Christ!
Elementary Day Camp activities
include swimming, hiking, boating,
arts and crafts, meadow fun day,
water games, fishing, as well as time
with the pastor. Every week, day
campers use Tekoa’s challenge course
and their own zipline. Camp Tekoa
provides a daily snack and a drink.
5-8 yr old
Special Needs Day Camp
includes all of the activities of
Elementary Day Camp but is suited
to fit campers with developmental
disabilities. Campers enjoy full
participation in activities side-by-side
with other elementary day campers
while paired with a Tekoa staff special
friend. 8-12 yr old - 2 sessions
All Day Camps Operate
Monday - Friday
8:30am-4:30pm
OvernightCamps Include• Sunday night and
Friday night campfires
• Thursday night talent show
• Arts & Crafts
• Swimming
• Low element ropes course
• Friday night celebration,slide
show, and candlelight serviceTKO Overnight camps are organized
in family groups. Small family groups
consist of both boys and girls with a male
and female counselor. Depending on
registration numbers, some family groups
are single-gendered. Family groups
participate in all activities and meals
together and are housed separately in
bunk style lodging. Family groups are
organized by camper age within each type
of overnight or TKO camp.
Elementary camp is a wonderful way
for children to experience a fun week
away from home! Campers participate in
activities such as paddle-boating, water
games, field games, swimming, tree
climb, four-square, fishing, lake zipline,
and Song & S’more night. Campers
will also choose from a variety of other
activities that interest them including mud
pit, slip-n-slide, hikes, and many more.
8-11 yr old
Middle School Campers have the
opportunity to experience the core
programs along with our 40-foot climbing
tower, swamp canoes, overnight campout
and cookout, and the rope swing!
Campers will also travel to DuPont State
Forest to hike and swim at some of the
local waterfalls.
11-14 yr old (rising 6-8th graders)
High School Campers have the
opportunity to grow in their faith and
self-confidence through group-building
challenges and fellowship. Campers
experience classic camp activities such
as the rope swing, overnight campout,
swamp canoes, field games, and always
popular four-square! Elements and
activities reserved just for High School
campers include our high ropes course,
whitewater rafting, big zipline, and
participation in a community service
project. 14-17 yr old
Adventure Day Camp
includes all of the activities of
Elementary Overnight Camp
with the convenience of
spending evenings at home.
Tekoa provides a lunch and
an afternoon snack every day.
9-11 yr old
Middle School Day
Camp Campers will
experience most of the
activities our middle school
overnight campers participate
in with the flexibility to return
home in the evenings. Lunch
and a snack are provided.
12-14 yr old
Mini Camp for 7-9 year old (9 sessions)
is a great start for a child who has never
attended an overnight camp because it
is only half of a week. Activities are the
same as week-long elementary overnight
camp and are geared with group
interaction in mind.
Mini Camp for 10-11 year old. (offered
week 1 & week 9) Summers can be
very busy for families. This is a great
camp opportunity for those who want
a fun overnight experience without
committing to the entire week. Campers
will participate in activities directed at the
older elementary age range.
Campers who register for both sessions in
the same week must be picked up during
Wednesday morning check-out and returned
during Wednesday afternoon check-in.
1st SESSION:Check-in Sun.
3-4:30pmCheck-out Wed.
9:30-10am
2nd SESSION:Check-in Wed.
4-4:30pmCheck-out Sat.
9-10:30amMini Camp
Breakout! (Rising 6thGraders) (7
sessions) For rising 6th Graders seeking
adventure. Breakout! camp is a great
first step into our adventure program!
Rising 6th graders try their hands at rock
climbing on our 40-foot tower, on-site
camping, caving and waterfall hopping
in Pisgah National Forest. They also have
an unforgettable late night event on the
zipline!
Water Adventure (5 sessions)
More water. More fun! Campers spend
one day at camp enjoying all the on-site
water activities Tekoa has to offer. Next
they travel to the crystal blue water of
Lake Jocassee. This day of water-based
initiative games, canoe instruction and
snorkeling prepares campers for their
remaining three days of tubing, canoeing
and waterfall-hopping on our local rivers.
Survivor (8 sessions) Survivor is one
of Tekoa’s most popular adventure
camps! Much like the TV show Survivor,
campers engage in group challenges and
competitions in order to earn supplies
and valuable equipment throughout the
week. Campers live at a primitive campsite
where they learn how to make fires,
prepare food,and navigate challenges. The
week culminates with a “final challenge”
day on Friday. Challenge, teamwork, and
perseverance will be learned as campers
grow in skills and in their faith!
Traverse All Girls (3 sessions)
Traverse is an action packed adventure
camp for MS girls only! Relying on faith,
girls will traverse the challenges of
horseback riding and rock climbing over
one hundred feet! They will complete
our 45’ high ropes course and take the
leap of faith off of our Giant Swing. Other
activities include mountain biking and
waterfall hopping. If you are ready for
adventure, this camp is for you!
Trailblazers All Boys (3 sessions)
Lace up your hiking boots, saddle up
and get ready to shift gears! Trailblazer
takes our all boys group into the forest
with a backpacking trip in the scenic
Pisgah National Forest. Campers will then
rockclimb over one hundred feet, and
mountain-bike to a local waterfall. If that’s
not enough, the week will culminate with
waterfall hopping and a horse trail ride.
Journey All Girls (1 session)
Are you ready to journey beyond your
comfort zone? Journey takes the girls
on a two day backpacking trip, followed
by a day of caving at Worley’s Cave.
After returning to camp and enjoying
the adventure of our high ropes course,
the girls will finish their week with a
horseback riding trip. Take the Journey!
Overboard! All Boys (2 sessions)
This brand new camp will take adventure
overboard! The week begins with a
fishing trip campout to a local lake.
Campers then raft down the rapids of
the Pigeon River. Campers finish their
week Stand Up Paddleboarding in the
crystal clear waters of Lake Jocassee
and waterfall hopping in Pisgah National
Forest. Go deeper this summer! Jump
Overboard!
Explorer All Girls (2 sessions)
This brand new camp allows girls to
explore God’s beautiful creation! The
week begins with the challenge of our
High Ropes course, which features
a 70’ giant swing. Then campers will
travel to TN and explore the depths
of Worley’s cave. Campers finish
their week Stand Up Paddleboarding
on the crystal clear waters of Lake
Jocassee and tubing down the Green
River.
11 yr old for Breakout!, 12-14 yr old
for all other MS Adventure
Check-in: Sunday 3-4:30pm,
Check-out: Saturday 9-10:30am
MIDDLE SCHOOL
Adventure Camps
www.CampTekoa.org
828.692.6516
NEWPROGRAM!
All activities are subject to
change or cancellation based
on weather conditions or
other safety considerations.
14-17 yr old,
Check-in: Sunday 3-4:30pm,
Check-out: Saturday 9-10:30amHIGH SCHOOL
Adventure CampsHS Water Adventure
(2 sessions) HS Water Adventure
is a step up from the MS Water
Adventure. There is no prerequisite
for this adventure camp, simply the
desire to have FUN in the water!
Campers start the week with a two-
day paddle trip and campout on the
French Broad River. This prepares
them for the remaining three days of
canoeing exciting rivers and white-
water rafting.
HS Ultimate Challenge
(3 sessions) Ultimate Challenge is
a non-stop, fun-filled week where
high school campers participate in a
variety of water, rock, rope and trail
activities. Campers begin the week
getting to know one another while
they tube down the headwaters of the
French Broad River. Three-day/two night
backpacking trip in Pisgah National
Forest. Once campers return from the
trail, they will attempt Tekoa’s high ropes
course and big zipline. This time spent off
the ground will help prepare the campers
for one final day in Pisgah National Forest,
rock climbing at Looking Glass Rock.
HS Survivor
(1 session) Survivor is one of Tekoa’s most
popular adventure camps! Much like
the TV show Survivor, campers engage
in group challenges and competitions
in order to earn supplies and valuable
equipment throughout the week.
Campers live at a primitive campsite
where they learn how to make fires,
prepare food, and navigate challenges.
The week culminates with a “final
challenge” day on Friday. Challenge,
teamwork, and perseverance will be
learned as campers grow in skills and in
their faith!
HS Expedition
(2 sessions) This journey will certainly
leave an impression on the campers
who choose this adventure camp! HS
Expedition is designed to allow campers
the opportunity to spend the entire week
on a five-day/four-night excursion through
Western North Carolina. Campers will
spend two-days/two-nights backpacking,
followed by two-days/two-nights
canoeing and camping along the French
Broad River. The expedition will finish
with a caving trip in Worley’s Cave in East
Tennessee. Campers will be back in time
to experience Tekoa’s closing campfire,
and candlelight service.
HS Expedition Extreme
(1 Session) 2-EX is a rigorous and high-
paced 2-week adventure through
Western North Carolina and East
Tennessee. Campers will spend four-
days/three-nights backpacking, two
days rock climbing at LookingGlass
Rock, 2 days mountain biking in Dupont
State Forest, and three-days/two-nights
canoeing and camping on scenic Lake
Jocassee. Campers will waterfall hop
and scuba dive in a mountain lake. The
expedition will finish with a caving trip
in Worley’s Cave in East Tennessee.
Campers will be back in time to
experience Tekoa’s closing campfire
and candlelight service with all the
other campers.
NOTE: You must be a rising
sophomore or older to register.
Each Adventure Camp
has different physical
expectations and
challenges. Please visit
www camptekoa.org
to review each adventure
camp’s information sheet.
All activities are subject to change or
cancellation based on weather conditions
or other safety considerations.
Barnabas camps are designed for adults with developmental disabilities.
Barnabas is known for showing great kindness to Saul (apostle Paul) and his
Hebrew name translates to “son of encouragement.” We hope to extend
such encouragement and kindness to our Barnabas campers just as they
encourage us. Barnabas campers are to be ambulatory and must be
able to feed, bathe, and clothe themselves.
18+ yr old June 27-July 4th check in at
3:30 - 4:30 0n June 27th. Check out Saturday
July 2nd 9:00-10:30
Week 1: June 6-10
Elem., Adventure & MS
Week 2: June 13-17
Elem., Adventure & MS
Week 3: June 20-24
Elem., Adventure
& Special Needs
Week 4: June 27- July 1
No Day Camp this week
Week 5: July 4-8
Elem., Adventure
& Special Needs
Week 6: July 11-15
Elem., Adventure
Week 7: July 18-22
Elem., Adventure
Week 8: July 25-29
Elem., Adventure
Week 9: August 1-5
Elem., Adventure
Week 1: June 5-11
Younger Elem. Mini
(ages 7-9)
Older Elem. Mini
(ages 10-11)
Elementary TKO
Middle School TKO
High School TKO
Week 2: June 12-18
Younger Elem. Mini
(ages 7-9)
Elementary TKO
Middle School TKO
High School TKO
Week 3: June 19-25
Younger Elem. Mini
(ages 7-9)
Elementary TKO
Middle School TKO
High School TKO
Week 4: June 26- July 2
Younger Elem. Mini
(ages 7-9)
Elementary TKO
Middle School TKO
High School TKO
Barnabas (Special Needs)
Jun 27- July 2
Week 5: July 3-9
Younger Elem. Mini
(ages 7-9)
Elementary TKO
Middle School TKO
High School TKO
Week 6: July 10-16
Younger Elem. Mini
(ages 7-9)
Elementary TKO
Middle School TKO
High School TKO
Week 7: July 17-23
Younger Elem. Mini
(ages 7-9)
Elementary TKO
Middle School TKO
High School TKO
Week 8: July 24-30
Younger Elem. Mini
(ages 7-9)
Elementary TKO
Middle School TKO
High School TKO
Week 9: July 31- Aug 6
Younger Elem. Mini
(ages 7-9)
Older Elem. Mini
(ages 10-11)
Elementary TKO
Middle School TKO
High School TKO
Week 1: June 5-11
Explorer (MS All Girls)
Water Adventure (MS)
Ultimate Challenge (HS)
Survivor (MS)
Week 2: June 12-18
Breakout! (rising 6th graders)
Journey (MS All Girls )
Water Adventure (MS)
Overboard! (MS All Boys)
Survivor (MS)
Week 3: June 19-25
Breakout! (rising 6th graders)
Trailblazer (MS All Boys)
Explorer (MS All Girls)
Water Adventure (HS)
Survivor (MS)
Week 4: June 26- July 2
Breakout! (rising 6th graders)
Water Adventure (MS)
Ultimate Challenge (HS)
Overboard! (MS All Boys)
Week 5: July 3-9
Breakout! (rising 6th graders)
Trailblazer (MS All Boys)
Water Adventure (HS)
Survivor (HS)
Week 6: July 10-16
Explorer (MS All Girls)
Expedition (HS)
Expedition Extreme (2-Ex)
(July 10 -July 23, HS)
Survivor (MS)
Week 7: July 17-23
Breakout! (rising 6th graders)
Traverse (MS All Girls)
Expedition (HS)
Survivor (MS)
Week 8: July 24-30
Breakout! (rising 6th graders)
Water Adventure (MS)
Traverse (MS All Girls)
Ultimate Challenge (HS)
Survivor (MS)
Week 9: July 31- Aug 6
Breakout! (rising 6th graders)
Water Adventure (MS)
Trailblazer (MS All Boys)
Survivor (MS)
NEW
All camps are subject to change
based on registrations and
program feature availability.
Touching hearts, changing lives
and sharing the Light of Christ.
How to Register:
Online at www.camptekoa.org
If complete payment is not made when you register, a $50.00 deposit
is required and the balance must be paid in full by May 1st, 2016. If
registering after May 1st, 2016 the balance must be paid in full at the
time of registration.
Required FormsAll waivers are due within 3 weeks of initial registration.
Download other forms from website and mail to:
Camp Tekoa
PO Box 160
Hendersonville, NC 28793
fax: 828.697.3288
• Health History form is included in the online registration process
• Other forms as required for specific camps - i.e. waivers
Registration InformationAcceptance Policy
Persons are accepted without discrimination on the basis of race, sex, age,
religion, or national origin. All campers are expected to be ambulatory and
able to feed, clothe, and bathe themselves. Facilities, terrain and programs
are rugged in nature.
Financial Assistance
Limited scholarships are available from the Tekoa Scholarship Fund.
Interested parties must complete a scholarship request form; it can be
found online or a copy can be mailed to you. The request form must
be signed by a custodial parent/guardian and your minister/sponsoring
agency representative. Please submit prior to registering online. The $50
deposit must be paid by everyone.
Cancellation Policy
To cancel a registration, call our registrar at 828-692-6516. The following
guidelines apply to refunds:
• In ALL cases, an attempt is made to reschedule the camper into
another event.
• For cancellation up to 21 days before camp, a refund will be the balance
amount less $50.00
• There will be no refund for cancellation within 21 days of the camp event.
• The Camp Director reserves the right to dismiss any camper whose
conduct becomes in any way detrimental to the best interests of other
campers. No refunds will be given in these cases.www.CampTekoa.org828.692.6516
ALL the following criteria must be met to qualify:
(PLEASE READ CAREFULLY).
Register on or before February 28, 2016 AND
Pay in full when you register AND
Send in ALL required Waivers by the camp
postmarked/faxed/emailed/electronically
posted within 3 weeks of the date you registered.
If you meet all the above criteria the discount will be
added to your camper’s store account at the time the
paperwork is received at Camp Tekoa.
$20 for all week long Resident and Adventure Camps
$10 for all Day, Adventure and Mini Camp Sessions
Early Registration
Discount1
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By registering for Camp Tekoa, you are agreeing to our general policies found on our website: www.camptekoa.org
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CHANGE A LIFE:
Send a child to camp.
Just one camp experience
can positively change a
child’s life forever.
Children are our future and the skills
learned and relationships fostered at Camp
Tekoa are often life-changing stepping
stones on the road to adulthood. Children
come to camp from all walks of life, eager
to learn, yearning to make new friends,
ready to take on new challenges and
discover gifts they didn’t know they had.
To donate go to:
www.camptekoa.org
and click on the
Support Tekoa tab.