(Discounts not taken go into the scholarship fund to help send a child to camp)
Our Goal: To provide a quality Christian experience that: BUILDSup the community of faith STRENGTHENS Christians of all ages LEADSpeople to a new relationship with Jesus Christ CELEBRATESGod's gifts of nature and fellowship
PRACTICE AND PROMOTE good stewardship of God's creation
The Place: Summer camp at Camp John Knox has been a favorite of kids all over the Southeast for 50 years. Established in 1960, the summer camp program at the John Knox Center provides a safe, fun environment for campers of all ages to grow in faith, develop a positive self-image, and create relationships that last forever. The John Knox Center is proud to be accredited by the American Camp Association whose intense standards ensure each camper’s safety is of the highest priority. Visit acacamps.org to find out more.
Our Staff: Our enthusiastic Christian staff is dedicated to the campers and ministry of the John Knox Center. Their guidance helps children of all ages and backgrounds feel loved and accepted. Our staff are more than just employees they are friends with a desire to enrich the lives of the children in their care.
2009 Camp John Knox Summer Staff
The Camp Experience: We believe that relationships are an integral part of the ministry of Camp John Knox. The small-group approach to camping fosters relationship growth and community building. One boys cabin with their male counselor, partners with a girls cabin and their female counselor to make up a “family group”. It is within this small group campers spend most of their time. The community that forms is an important aspect of the camp experience. Campers mingle with other family groups at all group activities most evenings, meals, and worship. Because of our individualized experience, campers can attend multiple sessions and have a unique experience each time!
Activities at CJK: Campers at Camp John Knox will enjoy full days and evenings of fun and exciting camp activities. Campers will have the opportuity to visit the critters in our Nature Center, do fun arts & crafts, play lots of fun games, and enjoy our beautiful waterfront. With almost 4 miles of shoreline, our waterfront is a key aspect of camp days at CJK; from watergames to the chance to explore with canoeing and sailing to taking a relaxing swim, campers will have their chance to enjoy our lake. Returning this year, campers during our Marathon camps will have the opportunity to experience exciting skiing on our lake.
NEW in 2010: Camp John Knox has added 2 new exciting activities for this summer, archery and frisbee golf!
Camp just for the day; everyday for a week! This session is for kids who love the camp experience, but just aren’t ready to stay the night. Swimming, crafts, songs, games, and even S'more's tailored to our smallest campers. Campers will visit the critters in our Nature Center; so don’t forget to pack a camera! We encourage parents to carpool with other families each day. A low counselor to camper ratio ensures each child gets plenty of personal attention. This session is so popular we have added a second with a Pioneer twist! Come to both for very different experiences!
Feeling the gas crunch? To keep you from making two trips a day to camp, we are inviting you to stay and enjoy the day while your child is in Day Camp. Call the office for details.
Discover life as a pioneer at five awesome days at camp. Campers will begin their journey back in time each day at the front parking lot with a hayride to our 2nd Peninsula where activities for this camp will be held. There they will spend the day learning about pioneer life with hands on activities. Making butter, rope bracelets, and candles, cooking out, going on canoe rides and playing pioneer games are just the beginning. This camp is very different from Day Camp I. Your child will have two different experiences if they come to both sessions. Feeling the gas crunch? To keep you from making two trips a day to camp, we are inviting you to stay and enjoy the day while your child is in Day Camp. Call the office for details.
This camp session is designed for our younger campers who are ready for an extra night at camp, but not an entire week. Campers will spend extra time in the nature center, working hands-on with the turtles, lizards, frogs, and snakes that call our Nature Center home. Campers will learn, discover, and play in God's creation. This camp session will incorporate critter themes in everything from decorated desserts to arts & crafts projects. Taste, smell, touch, see, and hear what God is saying through his creation.
This camp session is designed for our younger campers who are ready for an extra night at camp, but not an entire week. Step back in time to learn "Native Ways". John Knox is home to three Native American mounds and a wealth of history. Your tribe will learn firebuilding, outdoor cooking skills, canoeing, jewelry and tool making. Take your best shot with a blow gun and use other Native American weapons and tools. Build a shelter for your tribe and learn how Native people lived in harmony with their surroundings. Join around the campfire for native songs, stories, and games. Each evening will conclude with worship under the stars. With extra attention, campers feel right at home from the start.
Discover, explore, and learn with an emphasis on stewardship and the natural world! Come on an adventure of discovery as we explore God’s abundant creation! Your child won’t forget this hands-on experience. Smell, touch, hear, and see the local flora and fauna in a new light. Nature walks, fishing, night hikes, swimming, campfires, and games are all part of the fun. Each day is a new experience! Definitely a hands-on camp session.
Step back in time to learn "Native Ways". John Knox is home to three Native American mounds and a wealth of history. Your tribe will learn firebuilding, outdoor cooking skills, canoeing, jewelry and tool making. Take your best shot with a blow gun and use other Native American weapons and tools. Build a shelter for your tribe and learn how Native people lived in harmony with their surroundings. Join around the campfire for native songs, stories, and games. Each evening will conclude with worship under the stars.
For those who just can’t get enough in one week; more activities, games, & fun! This session is an unforgettable experience for both the veteran camper and the confident first timer. Ever wonder what goes on a camp on the weekends? Stay and find out! Laughs, friends, fun and a taste of our ropes course. Water skiing will be offered as an activitiy during this session. Take your camp experience to a whole new level. Spaces are limited. Register early.
There is no session like it! Stay up LATE and then SLEEP IN! Get the chance for one crazy week ONLY! Eat breakfast at “lunch time”, lunch at “dinner time” and dinner over a fire at night. Enjoy swimming, canoeing, crafts, nature lessons, and the ropes course during the day and save the nights for campfires, night hikes, worship beneath the stars, and glow-in-the-dark games. There is nothing “normal” about it; it is summer camp on your schedule!
JKC’s most talked about camp session! This is an amazing experience. Put those teamwork skills into action on our ropes course, build friendships that will last a lifetime, and come away with a high level of self-esteem and confidence. Camp activities on your level designed to promote a positive self-image and community with lots of surprises. The fun of camp can’t last forever, but sign up for a camp session you will never forget! Water skiing will be offered as an activitiy during this session.
Jr High Adventure June 9 - 18 Rising 7th - 9th graders $525
Thrills and excitement are just the beginning. Cave at the Lost Sea, participate in camp activities like swimming, arts & crafts, high ropes and make friends and memories that will last a lifetime. A full itinerary will be available in 2010.
Campers will spend time in some of the most beautiful places in the Southeast! If you have any questions about the camp session, please call Chris Ford, at (865-376-2236). No prior experience needed.
This camp session is full of Music, Art, and Drama! Bring your talents! No experience necessary! We’ll share our skills and learn from each other as we prepare a performance for our final evening together. Be sure to bring costumes, instruments, and ideas for this week! Experience all the same camp activites plus special M.A.D. sessions.
Sail in our cove, put those teamwork skills into action on our ropes course, build friendships that will last a lifetime, and come away with a high level of self-esteem and confidence! Camp activities on your level designed to promote a positive self-image and community with lots of surprises. The fun of camp can’t last forever, but sign up for a camp session you will never forget! Water skiing will be offered as an activitiy during this session.
This is an amazing camp session designed just for Sr. Highs. A full itinerary will be available in 2010. All transportation, meals, and activities are included in the cost of the session. If you have any questions about the camp session, please call Chris Ford, Program Director at(865) 376-2236. No prior experience needed. Don't miss this awesome experience!
This camp session is full of MUSIC, ART and DRAMA! Bring your talents! No experience necessary! We’ll share our skills and learn from each other as we prepare a performance for our final evening together. Be sure to bring costumes, instruments, and ideas for this week! Experience all the same camp activites plus special M.A.D. sessions.
$500 ($460-Paid by participant's church, $40-Paid by parents)
Covenant Partners take an active role in their church congregation after spending time at camp in intense training. During their time, C.P.’s learn leadership skills, develop individual talents and gifts, and become familiar with a variety of educational resources. They also focus on personal growth by challenging themselves mentally, physically, and spiritually. They will have the opportunity to put those skills into action working with our Day Camp Program . Covenant Partners join the Camp John Knox staff in many training exercises and educational experiences. Covenant Partners spend three weeks at camp (excluding weekends). This is an incredible opportunity for youth to work and serve in the camp environment. For more details call Chris Ford at the JKC office:(865-376-2236). Sorry, no discounts are available for this session.
