staff information
application
Camp Shiloh is a life-changing week full of memorable and defining moments. Invest in the Kingdom of God by serving the next generation as a counselor or on our support staff team.
camp week
Staff members receive a $25 discount for any of their children attending camp and are also gifted with a free canteen card.
process
Your application will be reviewed by our camp directors. A background check and pastoral reference are required for all Shiloh staff and are needed before you can be accepted as a staff member this summer. Once we’ve reviewed your information, we’ll reach out.
a place of
ENCOUNTER * DEFINING MOMENTS * HEARING GOD * RETREAT * OASIS * BREAKTHROUGHS * MILESTONES * TRANSFORMATION * CALLING * COMMITMENT * HOLY GROUND * REMAINING * JOY * SAFETY * LIFE-GIVING & LIFE-CHANGING WORDS * BELONGING * HEALING * HOPE * FAMILY * PEACE * FOUNDATION * SACRIFICE * NECESSITY * MEETING WITH GOD
Are you in?
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Camp Shiloh does not happen without counselors. We value our counselors and love seeing former campers come back to counsel!
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A counselor’s job at Shiloh is to look after a group of 5-6 campers for the week.
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Mentoring, leading, guiding, caring for, shepherding, praying for, praying with, supervising, encouraging, and motivating are just some of the responsibilities a counselor fulfills during the week.
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A counselor is a chaperone extraordinaire.
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Counselors are expected to willingly uphold Camp Shiloh’s rules and exemplify a Christ-like attitude.
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A top counselor priority is the safety of their campers, as well as the establishing and upholding of a positive, inclusive cabin culture.
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The days are long, and the week is exhausting, yet it is one of the most fulfilling opportunities you will ever experience.
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Each morning starts early for counselors with prayer and a staff briefing.
A typical day in the life of a counselor
Each cabin is put on a team tribe: Judah or Gideon.
Throughout the week, your cabin of 5-6 campers will be competing against another cabin of the same age range that is on the opposite team. You earn points for your tribe by doing skits at muster (our gatherings before meals), memorizing scriptures, cabin inspections, winning the competition sports event, cheering at and winning the main events.
Each day will generally follow the same schedule and include Staff Devotions, Breakfast, Skills Class (options include sports such as swimming, boating, crafts, painting, archery, music, and more), Morning Chapel, Cabin Devotions, Lunch, Competition Sports, Canteen, Swim/Boat/Rest Time, Dinner, Main Event, Canteen, and Evening Chapel.
Being a CIT (Counselor In Training) is a ministry and opportunity to serve the campers, counselors, and staff of Junior Camp. A CIT is a very hands-on position. They invest in the lives of campers and counselors while helping with the oversight of camp events, the canteen, and chapel.
become a c.i.t.
This position is for teens, age 14-17 and costs $225 to participate. A staff application must be filled out to be considered for a CIT position and our team will let you know if you’ve been accepted into the program.
what to pack?
We’ve spent decades creating the perfect packing list and is this it? Probably not, but it’s pretty close. We work hard to make sure you’re fully prepared for the week no matter the weather, so please keep rain, heat, and activities in mind as you’re getting your go-bag ready. Camp Shiloh runs from Sunday afternoon to Friday afternoon and staff training is conducted the Saturday afternoon/evening prior to the start of the week. Below is a packing list to get you started!
Keep in mind while packing it can be a bit cool in the morning and evenings since Camp Shiloh is situated on a lake. Yet the day usually heats up quite niiiice. Pack summer clothes, but also have some apparel to keep you warm. Spaghetti strap shirts, very short shorts, see-through or revealing clothing are not allowed. Keep chest, belly, and rear covered up! Set a good example for the chillens.
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Suggested Items
-Undergarments (bring a few more than you think you need…just trust us…)-Socks
-T-Shirts (that can get messy)
-Tops
-Jeans/Pants
-Shorts (must be fingertip-length)
-Leggings (buns must be covered)
-Sneakers (It's a rocky walk to the waterfront, so pack sandals/shoes for it!)
-Hat
-Rain Jacket
-Pajamas
-Swimsuit
-Swim Shirt (guys & girls must wear a t-shirt over swimsuits, and no, it may not be white 💁🏻♀️)
-Sweatshirt / Jacket
-Sunglasses
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-Mesh / Plastic Bag for Dirty Clothes
-Shower Flip Flops (once again…just trust us)
-Shower Caddy
-Towels (shower towel & swim towel)
-Washcloth
-Soap
-Shampoo
-Conditioner
-Hairbrush/Comb
-Toothbrush
-Toiletries Travel Bag or Caddy (to carry to the showerhouse)
-Deodorant
-Bug Spray
-Sunscreen
-Feminine Care Items
-Handheld mirror (if desired)
-Hair Items (hot tools, products, bobby pins, hair ties)
-Stain Remover
-Medications (all will be turned into and administered by the camp nurse - NO medication including over-the-counter Is permitted in cabins or cars)
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We have chapel twice a day, please bring:
-Bible
-Notebook
-Pen/Pencil
-Tissues, if desired. #IYKYK
Evenings do tend to get chilly and longer pants or closed-toed shoes can help for that and to avoid evening bugbites.
A canvas bag or small backpack can be helpful to carry everything back and forth.
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Cabins hold 4 sets of wooden bunk beds, each has a mattress on it, please bring bedding to go on top.
-Pillow-Extra Light Blanket
-Sleeping Bag or Bedding (it does get cold at night and having a thicker sleeping bag or blanket helps with the mattress situation)
-Fitted Sheet (to cover the mattress)
-A Flat Sheet or Shower Curtain (not necessary, but can be helpful for changing privacy)
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The days will include group competitions, making up skits, and decorating cabins.
-Reusable Water Bottle
-Power Strip / Extension Cord
-Hangers
-Trash Bags
-Baby Wipes/Paper Towels
-Scissors
-If desired, counselors sometimes bring notebooks, bandanas, facepaint, bracelets, or another small Item as a welcome or team spirit thing
-Speaker (if desired, can be nice for music In the cabin during downtime)
-Snacks/Drinks (canteen will be available to purchase snacks and drinks twice a day aside from meals, but you are welcome to bring non-perishable snacks if desired)
-Gum/Cough Drops
-Umbrella
-Art Supplies
-Fan (air conditioning devices are not permitted)
-Skit Props (a wig, costume, face paint, crazy hats, bandanas)
-Cabin Decoration Props (streamers, decor, paper, glue, etc)
-Cash for Canteen (you may bring money for Canteen, but it will be collected at Registration. Cash is not permitted past then - on average you may spend between $10-$20 for the week, but up to your discretion)
*All personal items should have initials marked on the item somewhere. Camp Shiloh holds lost items for 30 days, then donates them to a local charity.
FAQs
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If your child is staying overnight the night of staff training, Laurie Bolton (Senior Camp) or Laura Coleman (Junior Camp) will need to know. There is a $30 fee for each child to account for dinner and overnight accommodations.
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Yuppers. No matter how many times you’ve served at Camp Shiloh, staff training is mandatory. We follow state regulations to be compliant and need to make sure all staff is trained, updated, and on the same page.
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We don’t allow the campers to have electronics at camp, but you may have your phone for an alarm and communication. If you’d like to bring a small speaker, camera, or other item, please do so at your own risk.
Staff is not permitted to allow campers to use their phone, campers must communicate needs through the directors.
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You’ll receive a (super cool) lanyard to wear all week, which will have the daily schedule on it for reference as needed.
At morning devotions, we’ll also update you on any changes for the day so you know what to expect.