Hello Shrine Mont Camps Families--
As you likely know, this week the Governor of Virginia issued a "stay at home" order that is effective until June 10th unless otherwise amended.
We're emailing because,
while things are changing all the time, we want to reassure you that we're focused on how this new order will affect our summer
. As of today, camp is still on, since our first sessions do not begin until after June 10th. We are continuing to prepare for camp this summer, while simultaneously brainstorming how to serve our camp families in new and unprecedented ways as needed.
We hope that you will wait with patience with us as we monitor our situation and plan accordingly.
We have
relaxed our refund policy
and you can receive a
full refund, minus the $75 deposit, if you cancel no later than 7 days before the start of your camp.
If you have questions or concerns (or ideas to share!), please email me anytime
(
pball@thediocese.net
). In the coming weeks, we anticipate being able to offer more details surrounding plans and ideas for the summer and beyond - and
your thoughts and ideas are welcomed.
For today, though, we hope that you will continue to
follow us on social media
(@shrinemontcamps), share our posts with your children and loved ones, and
join us in bringing a spirit of camp and community to each day
.
If you are able, we also encourage you consider a donation to Shrine Mont itself, as they adjust to the reality of an extended closure until June 10th. Your donation will help them weather this storm.
https://shrinemont.com/donate/
Right now, we’re all working through situations which are new, unusual, and often difficult. We will continue to offer reminders of the love and support our camping ministry is centered around, and you can trust that we will do all we can to support you now and into the future.
We stand with you, are holding you in our hearts and prayers, and are looking forward to the time when we can all be at Shrine Mont together again.
Peace,
Paris Ball
Director, Shrine Mont Camps
