Camp Willow Run has once again received the Markel Safety 1st designation.  Michael Swain of Markel states, “Camps and clubs must meet stringent criteria to qualify for the Safety 1st designation.  They must have a proven safety record for at least three consecutive years, undergo formal assessments and inspections, and participate in continuing education and certification programs.  These facilities deserve to be recognized for keeping safety a top priority.”

Camp Willow Springs is now on facebook.  Be sure to like the page!  You can check out the pictures and videos.

We are pleased to announce the promotion of Luke Newton to the position of Summer Camp Director.  Luke began serving in this new role effective January 1, 2012.  He joined the Camp Willow Run full-time staff in August of 2008 in the position of Associate Director of Summer Camp.  Luke is experienced in all areas of our summer camp program and has exhibited strong leadership skills.  He graduated from Southeastern College at Wake Forest with a B.A. in Biblical Studies and served on summer staff for five summers.

On Tuesday, August 23, we felt the earthquake from the Louisa epicenter just north of Richmond, Virginia.  There was no damage at camp from the mild tremors felt here, but it was unsettling.  Then Hurricane Irene arrived on the North Carolina coast on Saturday, impacting all of the coastal and inland regions within four hours of the beaches in our State, as it moved up the eastern seaboard. Amazingly, Camp Willow Run sustained no damage to buildings, no flooding, and minimal challenges.  We had loss of power until Monday, but the emergency generator kept our dining hall equipment and water well operational.  To be expected, debris was everywhere and we…