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…

Associate Director Jeremy Davis recently completed the Level II Full Challenge Course Practitioner Certification in compliance with the standards set forth by the Association for Challenge Course Technology (ACCT). This training, administered by Signature Research Inc, included facilitation and management practices, in addition to safety policies, on a wide range of challenge course elements. His certification demonstrates the commitment of Camp Willow Run to maintain a safe and enjoyable adventure recreation program while also staying current on industry standards and practices.

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.”