Rockbridge Trip Leader Info

*UPDATING FOR SUMMER 2024!

PLEASE NOTE:​ ROCKBRIDGE WILL NOT HAVE THE HORSE PROGRAM​ FOR SUMMER 2024. ROCKBRIDGE WILL HAVE OUR NEW WIBIT PARK (INFLATABLES ON THE WATER).

 

Trip Leaders, we are grateful for the time and energy you have invested in knowing kids. We are looking forward to serving you at Rockbridge this summer. We have been planning and preparing for you and your campers and cannot wait to create a space where they all feel a sense of belonging and excitement as they encounter the Gospel!

Christ’s love compels us to create a culture of​ Diversity, Equity and Belonging at Rockbridge, so that we reflect the full breadth of the Kingdom of God and those we serve. A culture of belonging is a core value to ensure that Rockbridge is a place where every person is welcomed, known, heard, respected and celebrated for the ways they uniquely reflect the image of God. This will be achieved through a posture of listening, learning, relationship, personal sacrifice and action.

We are committed to this in every effort from the planning of trips, the events at camp, the recruitment and training of our staff and volunteers, and how we serve one another. We are so excited to serve you and can't wait to spend the summer with you!

As you prepare for your trip, please use the information below to plan. This page highlights all of the most pertinent information and resources to equip you for your trip.

All questions can be directed to Rockbridge Admin Manager, Matt Hypes. He can be reached at the Rockbridge office: 540-997-9276 or mhypes@rockbridge.younglife.org. Please look over this page, its linked documents, and the Trip Leader Guide​ before reaching out for questions.​ YoungLives Trip Leader Guide. Our promo videos are linked below. Check out our Instagram​ for more camp photos to use for your sells.

As a reminder, use, possession or distribution of illegal and non-medical authorized drugs and/or alcohol is not allowed on camp property or in connection with any Young Life event. Young Life can send individuals home from camp or an event at their own expense and without refund for violating this policy. Young Life may also report violations of this policy to law enforcement as well as to a minor’s parent or guardian. Refer to policy AS-802 for more information.

YLCC and Required Documents

  • YL Connect Camp​ is required for summer 2024. The YLCC Arrival Form replaces the registration packet/A form Excel document. Training Materials​ on YL Connect Camp are available through Learning Guides as well as a Quick Guide with videos. The Arrival Form specific information can be found here.
  • Housing/Arrival Form MUST be completed 48 hours​ prior to arrival
  • Download the Mobile Check In App- instructions for how to download and use this new app.
  • See Rockbridge Trip Leader Guide​ for detailed pre-trip YLCC information

Summer 2024 Due Dates Timeline

Week
Session
Camp Date​s

Trip Type

48 Hr Report Due

Week 1

1

May 30 - June 4

SR High

May 28

Week 2

1

June 5 - 10

SR High

June 3

Week 3

1

June 11 - 16

SR High

June 9

Week 4

1

June 17 - 22

SR High

June 15

Week 5

2

June 24 - 29

SR High

June 22

Week 6

2

June 30 - July 5

SR High

June 28

Week 7

2

July 6 - 11

SR High

July 4

Week 8

2

July 13 - 17

YoungLives

July 15

Week 9

3

July 19 - 23

WyldLife

July 17

Week 10

3

July 24 - 28

WyldLife

July 22

Week 11

3

July 29 - Aug 2

WyldLife

July 27

Week 12

3

August 4 - 8

Capernaum

August 2

Week 13

3

August 9 - 13

Capernaum

August 7

Additional Resources

  • Special Dietary Request​ if using paper health form- see 10-Day Report
  • There will be an optional pizza snack on Night 1 ($9 for pizza/drink). ​ Enter request on 10-Day Call-In Form
  • Medications should be collected before boarding the bus, or into cars, and will be turned in at welcome table at camp, with documentation.
  • Please tag your luggage!​ Make sure it gets separated on your vehicle by male/female​ to help our volunteers get it to the right location!
  • For YoungLives​ trips: for every 5 campers/leaders, the area is responsible for bringing 1 childcare person.

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