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Triple-R Ranch, a 370 acre working ranch in southern Chesapeake VA, has just the right programs for boys and girls, as well as teenagers. Triple-R offers a time proven quality program just right for your child's summer camp experience.
Begun in 1960, Triple-R has served many thousands of children, offering the same quality, Christian camping experience year after year. Summer Staff are recruited from colleges far and wide, based on their Christian Commitment and their desire to have a positive impact in the life and faith of their campers.
Whether your camper mounts up for a horseback ride, launches a canoe for a glide down the Northwest river, tests their skill at archery and riflery, or just takes a stroll through our acres of woodlands, they'll be sure to discover the excitement of the Triple-R when they attend one of our summer camps.
Programs and Camps
Adventure Retreat- An overnight camp experience for 8-12 year olds. Campers get a sampling of some Triple-R favorites like canoeing, archery, the climbing wall, and horseback riding. This is a good start for campers who want to see what camp at Triple R is like. 3 meals provided.
Family Retreat- Enjoy an overnight with the whole family while participating in many great Triple-R activities together. You will enjoy an evening time around the campfire and we will cook and clean up for you! 3 meals provided.
Day Camp (Ages 7-10)
Get days of Adventure camp while spending nights at home. Campers start each day at 8 AM and leave at 5:30 PM. 2 meals, Skill Areas and afternoon activities are all included. Monday through Friday (Friday is 6:00 check-out.)
Mini Camp (Ages 8-14)
All the thrills of Adventure Camp in a smaller package. Each camper rotates through a variety of skill areas including a Trail Ride. (Check in on Sunday and Check out on Wednessday evening)
Adventure Camp (Ages 8-14)
Imagine shooting an arrow for the first time or guiding a canoe down the Northwest River. These and other week long adventures await campers at Triple-R Ranch. Adventure Campers travel with their cabinmates through a schedule of exciting Skill Areas. The following is a sample of what you can expect through out the week:
Horseback Riding- Every camper gets the opportunity to mount up and take a ride.
Missions- Play games and create crafts from other countries.
Sports- Basketball, Volleyball, and Soccer will satisfy the energetic sports lover.
Archery- Campers master the bow and arrow with time at the archery range.
Water Fun- Campers learn swimming skills and enjoy the Water Slide and pool games.
Challenge Course- Cabins take on the challenge of our low ropes course.
Field Games- Croquet, Bocce Ball, Frisbee, Kickball and more.
Geocaching- Learn to use a GPS in this outdoor treasure hunting game.
Canoeing- Campers get on the river to explore and perfect their strokes.
Climbing Wall- Scale to the top of our 4o ft. high climbing tower and ring the bell.
Fishing- Enjoy some time at the pond and don't let that big one get away.
Wally Ball- This fun indoor game will be a new addition to our facilities this summer.
Trained college-age counselors help campers achieve new skills and experiences: including studying the Bible, a vital part of camp. Counselors help campers in understanding God's love and applying His word to their lives.
Horselovers (for girls) Cowboy Camp (for boys) (Ages 10-14)
Is your child a budding horseman? If so our Horselovers/ Cowboy Camp may be just the right choice. Campers spend an entire morning developing their horsemanship skills. Classes involve riding lessons, barn management, theory, and horse care. In the afternoon and evening the fun continues as they join Adventure campers in Bible hour, swimming, games, camp skits, firesides and more! The week's highlight is the horse show.
Our horsemanship program is among the safest in the country. Our professional and experienced horse staff is ready to provide your child with a rewarding and educational week of riding. See you in the saddle!
Typical Day (adventure camp and horselovers/cowboy camp)
Each day begins at the amphitheater with a time of singing and devotions. After breakfast, campers travel with their cabin group to skill area classes and a morning full of custom designed fun. Lunch time and rest hour bring a much needed break before afternoon swimming, Trading Post, games, Bible discovery time, elective activities and more. During the Evenings, campers can expect large group games, cabin skits, prime-time and firesides: a vital part of our spiritual emphasis.
Teen Programs
Teen Camp (Ages 13-17)
Teen campers love the full blast games, crazy evening activities, skate park, Challenge course, Zip Line, high energy worship music, dynamic speakers, and more! With many of the same elements of our Adventure Camp Program, Teen Camp takes the energy level up a few notches with a full schedule directed at todays youth culture. Only those with an extreme appetite for fun allowed. Teens can choose optional Horseback Riding Lessons and High Challenge Course.
Surf Camp (Ages 14-17)
For more info on our Surf Camps click here: SURF CAMP.
Calendar & Prices 2010 (Click here for Surf Camp calendar and prices)
| Dates |
Adventure |
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Day |
Mini |
Retreat |
| June 11-12 Adventure |
$125 |
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$125 |
| June 18-19 Family |
Pay What
You Want |
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$ You Choose |
| June 20-23 |
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$275 |
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| June 20-25 |
$435 |
$525 |
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| June 27-30 |
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$325 |
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| June 27 -July 2 |
$535 |
$625 |
$325 |
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| July 5-9 |
$435 |
$525 |
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| July 11-16 |
$535 |
$625 |
$325 |
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| July 18-23 |
$535 |
$625 |
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| July 25-30 |
$535 |
$625 |
$325 |
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| Aug 1-6 |
$535 |
$625 |
$325 |
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| Aug 8-13 |
$535 |
$625 |
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| Aug 15-19 (ages 13-17) |
$ 500 |
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Add $20 to Teen Camp fee for High Ropes Course
Add $75 to Teen Camp fee for Horseback Riding Lessons
  
Financial Policy
Your deposit is nonrefundable. If for whatever reason you must cancel a session, written notice must be sent to the office. Week changes require a $15.00 processing fee (waived until April 15, 2010) accompanied by written notice. Notice for week changes or cancellations may be sent via Fax at (757) 421-4179. Week changes made within 14 days of your camp date will be considered a cancellation and no refund of camp fees is given. Triple-R’s refund policy allows campers to cancel up to 30 days prior to the start of the reserved camp session with no loss of funds except the nonreturnable registration fee. In the 30-day period prior to the start of the camp session, refunds are not available. In case of homesickness or dismissal for errant behavior refunds are not available.
Your fee covers meals, lodging, supervision, on-site medical staff, skill area instruction, all activities* included in your selected program and use of equipment for each skill area and activity.
*Optional treats and souvenirs may be purchased at the Trading Post (camp store). We recommend that each camper deposit $20-$50 in a Trading Post account. Venture Out campers need not deposit funds but may bring spending money. Teen campers may sign up for our high challenge course (Requires an additional $20 fee) and Horseback Riding Lessons (Requires an additional $75 fee) on a first come first serve basis.
Staff
Triple-R begins recruiting summer staff in January. We visit more than a dozen Christian colleges and universities throughout the eastern half of the US. Full references are required of each applicant as well as a thorough application detailing Christian commitment and why he or she wishes to work with children. We seek to hire only the highest quality summer staff.
Mission Statement
"Triple-R Ranch seeks to impact the lives of children, youth and adults throughout the mid-Atlantic region by the use of quality, year-round programs, including summer camp, retreats, outdoor education, and horsemanship programs. Believing that the outdoors represents a rich potential for communicating God's essential life truths, the "Ranch" is committed to a practical presentation and application of Biblical Truth, using a broad range of outdoor adventures to develop spiritual and moral depth in tomorrow's leaders."
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