Within each camp session, a camper’s experience varies depending on his age. From placement of cabins to the language used to bless and encourage, every aspect of camp is thoughtfully tailored to the developmental needs of your camper. The age divisions also create a smaller community where every camper is known and appreciated.
Overnight Summer Camp for Boys
Overnight Summer Camp for Boys
Bear Camp
K – 4th Graders
Our youngest campers in Bear Camp sleep in one of two lodges located in the center of camp, just steps away from the dining hall. We strive to bless these campers with plenty of affirmation and success at new activities, building up their self esteem and reservoir of confidence. During weekly council, the focus is on the camp motto…strength and gentleness, force and refinement, mastery of body, and servitude to God. In addition to participating in group games and activities (“tribal activities”) campers in 2+ week sessions can choose from over 20 skills to specialize in, including Appalachian Arts, Nature, Outdoor Survival Skills, Disc Sports, and Air Riflery. Campers venture into the woods for one night of outdoor camping.
Deer Camp
5th & 6th Graders
Deer Campers reside further up the mountain in cabins that feel like tree houses. The emphasis continues to be building up these campers, while also offering meaningful invitations into a life of service. A number of additional skills are available for this age, including Mountain Biking & Rock Climbing. Deer Campers spend more time in the woods and are offered a unique challenge by choice: hiking to the highest point on camp, Eden Rock.
Mountain Camp
7th & 8th Graders
Mountain Campers reside further up the mountain and many of their activities span the breadth of the property. While we always strive to affirm everyone at camp, there is a shifting emphasis in Mountain Camp towards challenging campers with personal goal setting. Council at this age integrates the camp motto and ranks aimed at encouraging growth. More activities open up for this age, including Trap Shooting & Blacksmithing.
CIT (Counselor in Training)
10th & 11th Graders
In our CIT program (formerly the Service and Leadership Corps.), we are training young men to become counselors at Rockmont, and our counselors are chosen for their commitments, maturity, developing skills, and growing faith. CIT is a transitional program for young men with a focus on Fun, Counselor Skill Training, Leadership Development, Work Training, and Community Service.
Joining our Summer Staff
12th Graders, College Students, Young Adults
Each summer we see over 70% of our staff return, or bridge from being a former camper or CIT. It’s one of the most incredible experiences, both for the campers and other staff they impact, and for the staff member themselves! Read a recent blog post from our Associate Director, Daniel Weatherby, about his first time making the jump to joining the Rockmont Summer Staff HERE! First time counselors can make $4,500 for their first summer on staff at Rockmont.