A ministry of the Peninsula-Delaware Conference of The United Methodist Church
http://www.pecometh.org/
"Our mission is to provide hospitality and programming that promote God-inspired life-changing experiences
through retreat ministry, outdoor school and summer camp. "
Established in 1946, Camp Pecometh is the place to come for fun and fellowship all year around. Owned and operated by the Peninsula-Delaware Conference of the United Methodist Church, Camp Pecometh is located in Centreville, Maryland, on the Chester River, about 1.5 hours from the Baltimore/ Washington area.
Camp Goals:
| 1. To provide a program and setting so
that
campers and staff may experience the presence and love of God and grow
in
appreciation and knowledge of God as revealed through Jesus Christ. |
| 2. To provide the opportunity to
experience
living in a Christian community. |
| 3. To utilize the uniqueness of the camp
setting
to provide campers with a varity of activities in a natural setting to
increase
both their awareness of God's creation and their place in it. |
Summer camp season runs from June thru August,
Traditional Camps, Adventure Camps, Aquatics Camps, and Specialty Camps
| The majority of programs run from Sunday to
Friday. Mini-camp lasts two nights. Day Camp runs from 7 a.m. - 7 p.m.
Monday through Friday. Campers live with their counselors 24 hours a day. Counselors are at least 18 years old and are hired through a series of interviews, referrals, and applications. Most of our staff come from local area churches, and many have been campers here at Pecometh. We also hire several international staffers each year through international placement agencies, where they are thoroughly screened, and offer much in the way of specialized training and the sharing of other cultures. Counselors receive professional training before summer camp begins, in accordance with the standards set forth by the American Camp Association and COMAR, the Maryland state licensing requirements for youth camps. Pecometh adheres to standards and guidelines set forth by the following organizations: American Canoe Association American Red Cross Life Guarding First Aid/CPR Association for Challenge Course Technology American Camp Association National Association for Interpretation US Sailing Maryland Safe Boater, Department of Natural Resources Project Adventure High Five Adventure Learning Center USA Archery Part of the Pecometh experience includes learning about the culture of other countries through our International counselors. These staff members are hired and screened through International agencies, and offer specialized training in aquatics, recreation, and Bible study. Approximately 15% of our counseling staff is made up of these friends from countries such as Finland, Germany, Russia, Romania, Australia, New Zealand, Great Britain, and South Africa. They have much to offer our youth, and the campers enjoy learning from them. A registered nurse is on-site and the camp doctor is on call at all times. Modern hospital facilities are within 14 miles of the camp. Red Cross certified personnel are on duty at the pool and waterfront. Camp insurance covers accidents occurring during normal camp activities. A qualified Food Service Supervisor from Sodexho Food Services plans the meals and directs their preparation and serving. |
For a complete list of activites and information, visit their website at
http://www.pecometh.org/
Download The Camp Schedule & Rates Here (PDF)
Download The Camp Registration Form Here (PDF)
Please call for a brochure or with any questions.
Information and Registration available on-line.
For More Information, Contact:
The Church Office
- or -
Camp Pecometh
136 Bookers Wharf Road
Centreville, MD 21617
(410) 556-6900
Fax: (410) 556-6901
Website: www.pecometh.org
E-Mail: campinfo@pecometh.org
