Come Enjoy Being A Part of Camp Trinity 2010 - September 24-26

We are now accepting registrations for Camp Trinity 2010 (September 24th to 26th).  Our theme will be “Our Journey in Faith – Together”.  Don’t wait.  Completed applications will be accepted on a first-come, first-serve basis until registration is full. 

The registration form is now available and best completed online.  It can also be found in the back of the church.

For over twenty-five years, members of Holy Trinity Parish have organized Camp Trinity as a weekend of activities and quiet, of solitude and fellowship, of prayer and games, of meeting old friends and making many new ones. Held at a historic hotel, Virginia House, on the grounds of Shrine Mont in Orkney Springs, Virginia, the weekend’s program includes faith and fun activities for all ages, including morning and evening prayer services, an ice cream social, soccer and capture the flag games, hayrides, an evening dance, and lots of time for visiting old friends and making new ones. Camp Trinity offers an extensive program of spiritual, educational, and recreational activities for adults and children.

All members of Holy Trinity Parish are welcome at Camp Trinity.  Programs are designed for all walks of life, and the weekend is richer with a diverse community participating. So consider being a part of this wonderful weekend.

What is Camp Trinity? 

Camp Trinity is a weekend organized by members of Holy Trinity Parish and held on the grounds of Shrine Mont in Orkney Springs, Virginia. Programs are designed for all walks of life, and include faith and fun activities for all ages with your Holy Trinity family, including morning and evening prayer services, an ice cream social, soccer games, hayrides, an evening dance, and lots of time for visiting old friends and making new ones. Camp Trinity offers an extensive program of spiritual, educational, and recreational activities for adults and children. Volunteer members of the community coordinate the programs and supervise activities for children and youth. Each participant is expected to help out by donating time during the weekend to one or more of these activities. Some participants attend each activity on the program; others prefer to use the weekend as a time of private relaxation and reflection.

When will Camp Trinity take place?

In 2010, Camp Trinity will begin with dinner on Friday, September 24, and end after lunch on Sunday, September 26.

Camp Trinity always takes place on the third weekend after Labor Day.

What is Shrine Mont?

Shrine Mont is a retreat center in a historic hotel owned by the Episcopal Diocese of Virginia. It has served as the site for Camp Trinity for over 20 years. The Diocese owns 1,100 acres of forest land featuring trails, lakes, hills and streams at the edge of the George Washington National Forest, a stone's throw from the West Virginia state line. For more information, www.shrinemont.com .

Where is Shrine Mont? How long does it take to get there?

Shrine Mont is located in the town of Orkney Springs, off I-81 just north of Harrisonburg, VA. It takes 2.5 hours to drive to Shrine Mont from Washington, DC – longer if traffic is congested. Directions: 1. Take I-66 west past Front Royal. 2. Then I-81 south about 26 miles to exit 273 (Mt. Jackson). 3. Turn right onto VA-703. 4. After 1.4 miles turn left onto VA-614. 5. After 1.1 miles, turn right onto VA-263. 6. VA-263 ends 9.2 miles later at Shrine Mont. Fr. Shea with the children

What kind of lodging is available at Camp Trinity?

There are several different kinds of lodging at Camp Trinity to which you may be assigned. Shrine Mont offers a variety of modest, Victorian rooms that can accommodate 2 adults and 2-3 children in each room with one private bath. High-school age participants usually stay (with adult supervision) in a bunkhouse facility located on the grounds of Shrine Mont but away from the lodgings of their families. Cribs can be requested from Shrine Mont if reserved in advance.

Do we need to bring food for the weekend?

All meals are included in the registration fee. Meals are served buffet-style and families share tables with others. Each household also is asked to donate snack foods, fruit, or other munchies to a hospitality center that is open for all during the weekend. Virginia House

How much does it cost? Registration costs cover two nights lodging, six meals, and all activities for the weekend. Payment details are included on the registration form. The registration fees are as follows: (these are 2010 fees.)

Early Bird by July 18
Regular Rates July 19 to Aug. 15

After Aug. 15 Adults  $165 Teens (13 – 20 years) $100 Pre-teens (8 – 12 years) $90 Children (3 – 7 years) $70 Children (under 3) $25 Please note: The cost of the weekend is capped at $475 per family. Scholarships and deferred payment are available. For more information contact:

Paul or Cathy Quinn at (703) 532 – 8073
or
Jim or Marcia Thessin (703) 237-4724.

Can I bring my children's friends without their parents?

Possibly. This is discussed on a case by case basis and is dependent on registration numbers.

What are the volunteer activities?

Camp Trinity is a cooperative effort. Many wonderful activities are available during the weekend for which your help is needed. Each adult is expected to volunteer about two hours during the weekend with parents at Camp Trinity being placed with a children's activity or program. This is a wonderful opportunity to meet new people as well as to help divide the responsibilities and avoid overburdening a small number of attendees.

SOUNDS GREAT!!!
How do I register? 
Registration forms can be picked up at the back of church in May, or downloaded from one of the following links: NOT AVAILABLE UNTIL April 25.  Registration will begin on April 25th, 2010, and completed applications will be accepted on first-come, first-serve basis until registration is full. Applications will be considered complete (and space will be reserved) only if all four forms are completed and submitted
1.Registration and housing 
2.  Financial 
3.  Volunteer
4.Photography waiver       
AND
when payment or request for scholarship is included.

For further information, contact: Registration: Cathy Quinn at (703) 532 – 8072

For additional information, visit our Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) page for 2010.