Camp Sandy Cove began its ministry in Maryland in 1950 as Camp Sandy Hill for boys. The next year, a girls' camp was formed and was named Camp Sandy Cove. In 1979, the boys' and girls' camps were combined to form Camp Sandy Hill. In 1993, we moved to a rented location in the Pocono Mountains of Pennsylvania. We also returned to the name Camp Sandy Cove for Boys and Girls.

In October 2003, Sandy Cove Ministries purchased an existing camp along with nearly 200 acres of property in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, near the town of High View, West Virginia. This has quickly become the home of Camp Sandy Cove. Having completed our fifth successful summer season at this location in 2008, we are excited about the many options and improvements our West Virginia location has to offer.

Even though we have gone through many changes in our 59-year history, our focus has not changed. Camp Sandy Cove is dedicated to sharing the message of salvation through Jesus Christ, and to helping young people develop a relationship with their Creator.

Philosophy

The goals of Camp Sandy Cove are achieved by the careful administration of 6 simple philosophies. They are as follows:

1. Personal interaction between counselors and campers
   Camp Sandy Cove boasts a ratio of 1 staff member for every 3 campers. This allows for small groups and personal interaction with quality staff.
   
   
2. Achievement
   The daily program of camp is designed to encourage campers to achieve. Activities emphasize skill and integrative learning. Principles of Christian living are also taught in all activity areas.
   
   
3. Creative Action
   Activities allow for campers to exercise creativity and imagination.
   
   
4. Participation
   Campers are encouraged to take part in all phases of the program.
   
   
5. Respect & Stewardship
   We teach campers to respect nature as a creation of the Most High God, and to realize that a responsibility of man is to practice good stewardship of all that is provided.
   
   
6. To lead campers to salvation and help them grow in Christ
   Campers are involved in devotions, chapels, cabin Bible studies and discussions to help them grow in their knowledge and commitment to Christ. Staff are employed that will demonstrate an active Spirit-filled life.
   
   

FAQ's

WHERE IS CAMP SANDY COVE?
Camp Sandy Cove is in the Blue Ridge Mountains of West Virginia. We are 25 minutes west of Winchester, VA, 1.5 hours from Washington, DC, 2 hours from Baltimore, MD, and 4 hours from Philadelphia. Click here for a map and directions.

HOW DO I GET TO CAMP SANDY COVE?
We encourage families to drive their children to camp each summer. This allows parents to meet our staff and see the facility. However, there are a few other ways for your child to arrive.

Shuttle Bus: Camp Sandy Cove offers a shuttle service for those who live closer to our conference center in North East, Maryland. Round trip transportation will be provided for a fee of $40 from Sandy Cove Ministries in North East, Maryland (for directions visit www.sandycove.org) to Camp Sandy Cove in High View, West Virginia and back. Shuttle service runs on Sundays only. A reservation is required for each shuttle bus passenger. Please contact our Registrar for times, fees and to make a reservation.

Plane: Dulles International Airport is approximately 2 hours from Camp Sandy Cove. Transportation to and from the Airport is provided for $40 per person for campers arriving by plane.

WHAT IS THE HOUSING LIKE?
Campers enrolled in our traditional camp program are housed in cabins. Each cabin is equipped with twin and/or bunk beds, electricity, bathrooms, and shower facilities. Most cabins accommodate 10 campers and 2 staff. Click here for a virtual tour.

HOW CAN I REGISTER?
To register on-line, simply click here or anywhere on the site where you see this register image. You can also register by calling the Registrar at 1-800-234-2683, ext 454.

DO YOU HAVE SCHOLARSHIPS AVAILABLE?
Yes! Don't let finances keep your child away from camp! Click here to download a simple application for up to 50% off based on financial or spiritual need. Applications are due May 1st.

DO YOU OFFER A MULTI-CHILD DISCOUNT?
If two or more children from the same family attend camp, the first child is charged the full basic camp fee and each additional child is allowed a $15.00 discount.

WHAT ARE ARRIVAL AND DEPARTURE TIMES?
Check-in is from 4-5 pm on Sundays. Pick-Up is the following Sunday from 10 -11 am. There will be an awards ceremony at 10 am, before departure, which parents are welcome to attend in the gymnasium at the top of the hill. Please do not arrive early for Check-in on Sundays. Our staff members need time to prepare themselves and the facility for new campers.

ARE THERE VISITING HOURS?
For campers staying more than one week at camp, visiting hours are 11-4 pm on Sundays.

DO YOU HAVE AN OPEN HOUSE?
Camp Sandy Cove will host an Open House on Saturday, May 23, 2009, from 11 am to 3 pm. For more information, or to arrange for a private tour, please contact our Registrar or Camp Director.

CAN MY CHILD REQUEST TO BUNK WITH A FRIEND?
Campers are assigned to a cabin with other campers their same age and gender. Roommate requests can be made on the camper registration form and are honored to the best of our ability.

HOW ARE CAMPERS GROUPED AT CAMP?
Campers are grouped with other campers of the same age for activities, chapels, Bible studies, free swim, etc. These "units" are defined as follows:
Braves and Papooses - 7 to 9 year old boys and girls
Scouts and Maidens - 10-11 year old boys and girls
Warriors and Squaws - 12-15 year old boys and girls

WHAT IF MY CHILD'S ROOM MATE CHOICE IS IN A DIFFERENT AGE GROUP?
The different Units at camp may have different daily schedules. Please contact the Registrar before registering in order to discuss your options.

WHEN IS PAYMENT IN FULL DUE?
Payment in full is required on June 1. If you have registered on-line, this can be scheduled automatically to be billed to your credit card. If you have registered over the phone or in the mail, the Registrar will send you a bill and you may pay by check or credit card.

WHAT IF I NEED TO CANCEL?
If you cannot attend the week for which you are registered, please notify the Registrar immediately. The $100.00 registration fee is fully refundable and transferable until May 1. Cancellations after that time will not receive a refund of the deposit or a transfer to another week.

WHAT SHOULD I BRING TO CAMP? A packing list for traditional campers is listed below. Campers who will participate in the Adventure Tripping Program or LIT program will receive a separate packing list once they have registered.