Adult volunteers are invaluable to the programming of FLBC! Camp simply wouldn’t be the same without the legions of supportive and dedicated volunteers like yourself who help out at camp throughout the year. If you have any questions about volunteering, please do not hesitate to contact Karen Rumage at karen@flbc.net. We sincerely appreciate all that you do for camp, and we thank and praise God for your commitment to serve. We look forward to working with you soon!
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Do I need to bring my own bedding?
Yes. You will bring many of the same things as our campers: sheets/ blankets or a sleeping bag, pillow, towel(s), toiletries, shower shoes, flashlight, etc.
Where will I sleep? Will I have a roommate? Bathroom?
All volunteers are housed in camp cabins. It is likely that you will share housing with other volunteers, unless you are volunteering with your spouse. Each person will have their own beds (may be a bunk bed). Alumni staff from the past 1 -5 years will typically be housed with leadership staff. Many, but not all, of the cabins that we utilize for volunteers have in-cabin bathrooms. Cabins without bath facilities will utilize a nearby bathhouse. If you have any special concerns, please contact Karen at karen@flbc.net. Note: all cabins have electricity.
How long is a week of camp?
Camp starts with registration on Sunday between 3:30–5pm & ends at noon on Friday. We ask volunteers to spend the entire week at camp. If you would like to arrive early (around 2:00pm) and help with registration, please contact Grant at grant@flbc.net.
Why do I have to have a background check?
FLBC requires all adults who are volunteering and who are guests of volunteers to have a criminal and National Sex Offender Registry background check. The info you submit will only be used for this purpose. Please understand that this is done for the safety of all.
Can I bring my family to stay at camp while I volunteer?
We encourage everyone who is at camp to be an active volunteer, if at all possible. If your family member is not volunteering, please have them fill out the family member/guest registration, background check form and other forms/waivers that will be sent to you at a later time. Those not volunteering will be charged a reduced rate of $400. Non-camper aged children may not accompany volunteers unless they are infant in arms; thank you for understanding.
What is the minimum age to volunteer?
Volunteers must be at least 21 years of age or former staff members to volunteer during summer camp season.
How many hours per day will I be working as a volunteer?
On average, 8-10 hours per day. Camp nurses/doctors are expected to be on call 24 hours a day, due to the nature of the position. An FLBC staff member will work with you to plan your schedule. All volunteers are asked to attend breakfast and be on time to meals; we encourage attendance at worships.
What is Discovery Time?
Every summer onsite volunteers are asked to lead an hour long Discovery Time 3 or 4 evenings throughout the week. Discovery Time is a one-hour time block, each day, during which the campers will be able to sign up for an activity led by our volunteers or support staff. You can lead the same themed activity each day or different ones throughout the week. Ideas of types of activities include: games, crafts, photography, story time, hiking, etc. Discovery Times that have been successful in the past are things like large group games (kickball, ultimate frisbee), hikes around camp, baking, swim lessons, guitar lessons, canoe races and much more. Be creative! We ask you to bring all the supplies you will need. If you need assistance brainstorming or have questions about supplies available at camp, please contact Karen at karen@flbc.net
