YMCA & Camp History
Staff Expectations
Safety and Emergencies
Camp Knowledge
It's Deborah!
100

What do the letters YMCA stand for?

Young Men's Christian Association

100

What does a properly dressed staff member look like? 

Staff shirt, Name tag, Radio, Closed toed shoes, etc.

100

What code is used for severe weather?

Code Gray

100

What are the 4 Camp Rules

1. Make Safe Choices

2. Be Kind

3. Be Respectful 

4. Have Fun!

100

What is the name of the mythical whale that lives in the lake?

Deborah! 

200

What year was camp founded?

1958

200

We're all in this together, when we stand hand in hand, we make our dreams come true. refers to what expectation?

Don't Be a Slug!

200

What does code Blue mean?

Medical emergency 

200

What are the 3 main programs at Camp?

Outdoor Education

Summer Camp

Retreats and Conferences


200

What does “Sprucing” mean at camp?

All Camp Clean up

300

How much property does camp have?

195 acers

300

What are the five letters of the camp culture model staff must live by?

AMPED 

Double Points if you know what they stand for

300

What is one way to prevent slips tips and falls?

Clearly mark areas

Walk please! 

Regular maintenance on trails, paths and roads 

By not wearing Crocs! 

300

What is the most hated camp shoe?

Crocs!

300

What is the camp truck called?

Darrel

400

What is the YMCA of Southeastern NC/Camp Kirkwood mission statement?

To put Christian principles into practice through programs that build a healthy spirit, mind and body for all.

400

At camp you can expect...

  • Opportunities for Growth

  • Place of Belonging

  • Safe to be self.

  • Empowering

  • Supportive

  • Ownership of camp

  • Challenge self and others.

  • It is okay to make mistakes.

  • Staff are more important as people than staff.

400

Where is 1 of the AED's located?

Dining hall, Pool, Rustic area

400

name 3 animals you can find in the lake

otters, turtles, snakes, fish, frogs

400

What is the appropriate response when you hear 

"Waffle check, Waffle check!" over the radio?

Any breakfast food will do! 

500

Who originally built Camp Kirkwood?

Old Wilmington Presbytery and

Presbytery of Coastal Carolinas Churches

500

What is one thing you wish to accomplish, a goal or something you want to learn or try this season? 

Let's make it happen! 

500

What is Camps address and or phone number?

2015 Camp Kirkwood rd. Watha NC 28478

910-726-9789

500

What are Camps 5 Core Values?

Faith

Caring

Honesty

Respect

Responsibility

500

Why is it hard to trust a tree?

Because they're a little shady