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- Crew Program
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"My daughter just got back tonight from the best week of her life. Thank you for loving our children and providing this amazing camp where our kids can learn and see God at work."
- Karen, parent of a 2011 camper
Crew Program
PLEASE NOTE: This page is being updated from 2010-11 to 2011-12 information. The update will be completed by mid-to-late October (at which time this note will disappear). The information in the paragraphs below is intended to provide an overview only. The following links, however, are up-to-date for 2011-12.
- Crew Job Description (2012)
- Apply for Crew (2012)
The Crew program offers intense leadership development and unique preparation to be successful summer staff members. Camp Glisson will invest time and training in this team, certifying Crew members in a nationally recognized Life Guarding course and in basic challenge course facilitation. Crew members will also be trained in a variety of special skills, from setting up sound systems to managing the camp store. Crew members will have practical experience in leading a team, facilitating group processes, and participating in the “nuts and bolts” activities of a complex ministry and staff. Also, each Crew member will get to live in a cabin so that they can have an opportunity to build relationships with the campers as they learn from the counselors. Daily debriefing and feedback will allow members to hone skills and grow personally. All the while, the Crew will grow in their faith while living out the mission of Camp Glisson...growing disciples!
You must interview to be on Crew: Application Process
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Crew Responsibilities
- Challenge Course (see info below)
- Lifeguard (see info below)
- All-Camp Activities
- Sound Systems
- Manage Camp Store
- Deliver Camp Mail
- Kitchen Patrol
- Make Packouts
- Sanitize Camp
- Equipment Maintenance
All Crew will be required to pass the Lifeguard Certification course. There are two parts of the Lifeguard Course:
- Online Course (with two workbooks)
- Pool and Emergency Care Practical
Each crew member will need to purchase a specific lifeguard whistle and bathingsuit.
Challenge Course:
All Crew will be required to pass the Level 1 Challenge Course Certification course. Crew members will become proficient in belaying practices, gear care, commands, and some knot tying. At the end of this certification each Crew member will be able to assist the Glisson Challenge Course Facilitator in running all the aspects of the Glisson Challenge Course: Alpine Tower, High Elements, Zip Line, Climbing Wall, Giant Swing, and the Climbing Tree.
Basic Requirements & Info
- Age: Current Seniors/2011 HS Graduates
- Group Size: 18 per session
- Interview required
- Receive a stipend for their service
- Sparrowwood on Crew program
Training Dates:
Belay Training: (must attend one)- March 12 - 13 (subject to change) OR
- April 2 - 3 (subject to change)
- April 29 - 30 (required for Session 1)
- June 29 - 30 (required for Session 2)
Dates of Service:
- Session 1: Weeks 1-5 (May 25 - July 1) OR
- Session 2: Weeks 6-9 (June 29 - July 30)
