Report of the
Board of Victory Valley Camp
Last year’s report began with the note of a record high 905 campers who participated in the 1998 summer program. This past summer exceeded all expectations with an 8% increase bringing the total to 977 campers. 532 campers had been to the Valley before while 445 were first-timers. We are grateful to God for this expanding opportunity to make a difference in the lives of children and teens.
The present year-round staff includes: Phil Atkins, Director; Donna Bauer, Program Director; Sandy Mitchell, Secretary. The Valley is planning to hire its fourth full-time staff member this Spring for the position of Facility Manager. Programs have grown over the years and it is necessary to have more help to get all the repairs and maintenance areas covered. Please pray for God’s provision in this area.
In the spring of 2000, the pool at Victory Valley will receive a face lift and repairs made possible in part by a generous donation of $10,000.00 toward this project by an anonymous donor. Improvements include replacing and enlarging the pool deck area and fenced-in area, new coping and tile work around the pool, a new diving board, and other details. The pool itself is about 38 years old and needs this renovation work. Praise the Lord for this provision. The pool is the most heavily used activity area at camp in the summer.
The “Victory Interested Person” (VIP) program continues to be an important means by which people express their interest in the ministry at the Valley through their prayers and regular giving. A brochure is available explaining the benefits to those who participate in the program. Any encouragement you can offer for the people in your church to become VIPers would be greatly appreciated.
Groups or individual volunteers have made major “hands-on” contributions to the work at Victory Valley through the investment of their time and energy. Project ideas for a few hours or a weekend are available by talking to the Director, Phil Atkins.
We praise God for the faithful prayer and financial support given toward the ministry of the Valley by the local churches. Thank you for your generosity. Please remember that churches which contribute 1% of their total budget are eligible to receive a 10% discount for all their campers or groups which come to Victory Valley.
The following calendar listing outlines Valley events in the near future. Please make note of those in which you or your church can participate.
The Year 2000
May 6 Work Day
May 26-28 Lifeguard Training
June 4 VIP Picnic
June 13 Counselors’ Training
June 16-24 Staff Training
June 24 Summer staff Dedication Service
June 25 Week 1: Camp and Outpost
July 2 Week2: Camp and Outpost; Venture Quest; Boot N’ Boat PA Trip
July 9 Week 3: Camp and Outpost; Venture Quest; Niagara Bike Trip
July 16 Week 4: Camp and Outpost; Venture Quest; Boot N’ Boat NJ Trip
July 23 Week 5: Camp and Outpost; Venture Quest; WV Adventure
July 30 Week 6: Jr. High Camp and Outpost; Venture Quest; PA Grand Canyon Trip
August 6 Week 7: Jr. High Camp and Outpost; Venture Quest; Hike N’ Bike Trip
August 13 Week 8: Sr. High Camp and Outpost
September 16 Victory Golf Tournament
October 6 Fall Work Day
December 2 VIP Banquet
December 31 Staff ReunionThe year 2001
January 19-21 Sno Valley
January 26-28 Sno Valley
February 2-3 Sno Valley
February 9-10 Ski Trip for Teens
Board of Victory Valley Camp: William G. Schlonecker, Chairman; Carl J Fischer, Vice-Chairman; Steven D. Schlegel, Treasurer; David N. Schoen, Secretary; Dennis J. Lawrence, Jonathan D. Reynolds, Gary W. Saggio, Timothy D. Weaber, David L. Weller