My volunteer counselors are high school youth group kids. The morning runs similar to a VBS , but very upbeat with skits and songs. Last year there were 30 decisions for Christ in the two weeks. God has blessed this move with more kids and we are getting more of the unchurched kids. Just last week I had my first call from a community person asking when our summer camps are scheduled for this coming summer.
Families plan their vacations around the camps.
We have now established a great reputation in the community. Working parents are looking for safe, quality activities for their kids in the summer. Along with the Day Camp kids, the counselors establish great friendships and it really bonds the youth group in working with the Day Camp kids. We celebrate with a party for the counselors at the end of Day Camp. Now all I need are occasional volunteers to come and help with crafts.