First Church Camps

All children and youth from the area are invited to experience any of our traditional summer camps. Scholarships are available for students of church members upon request and approval. More information will become available as the times for the camps approach.

2012 Chess Camp - July 16-20

A fun and inspiring introduction or improvement to the game of chess! It's a week of learning, chess-themed crafts and field trips, live action chess with a concluding chess tournament. Snacks are provided, but participants must bring a bag lunch each day.

The lead instructor is Jeff LaVeen, a National Expert player. The Camp Dean is David Bills who has many years of experience teaching chess to elementary children, coaching tournament players and state championship teams.

The 2012 camp will take place July 16-20 and runs from 9 am to 4 pm. Anyone 1st grade and up and either unrated or rated up to 1,500 is invited. Before and after care is available for an additional fee. Space is limited so be sure to register early.

Epworth Camp - July 9-13

Epworth Camp is for youth going into grades 7-12. It is a wonderful opportunity to spend time playing, singing, swimming, sharing your faith and getting to know each other! We have game time, party time, choir, devotional growth, free time and lots of fun! The camp takes place at Camp Asbury near Hiram.

More information about the 2012 camp will be posted as it becomes available.

Wesley Camp

Wesley Camp is for children going into 4th - 6th grades. The activities include archery, singing, hiking, swimming, campfires, games and much more! It's lots of fun and give children the opportunity to spend time with old friends and make new ones, and learn more about God. The kids usually leave at 10:30 am on Friday evening and return at 7:30 pm on Sunday.

More information about the 2012 camp will be posted as it becomes available.