| Dear Friends, While our own programs have wrapped up season things are still in full swing at Holmes Camp & Retreat Center as we prepare for a busy 2023 and host a full calendar of rental groups using Holmes for their own programs and retreats. In order to continue to offer original programing & retreats, as well as comfortable lodging and affordable meeting spaces for churches and other nonprofits we rely on you. Here are some ways you can help: SCHEDULE YOUR RETREAT Encourage your Pastor to consider reserving Holmes Camp and Retreat Center for your next church event. Holmes also welcomes scout troops, school groups, community organizations, other nonprofits, and select corporate guests who’s mission aligns with our own. Dates fill up well in advance, so please be in touch soon! Please email holmes@holmescamp.org to inquire. SIGN UP FOR A PROGRAM Holmes Camp & Retreat Center offers programs and events all year. There are days of service at Holmes and in the community, leadership training for teens, professional development for clergy, original programmed retreats, and so much more. More information on what is coming up can be found on our website or in our mailed early each year. SUBSCRIBE TO OUR NEWSLETTER Our newsletter is a great way to learn about upcoming programs and events, current volunteer opportunities, and anything else going on at Holmes. Regular notes from our staff and board of directors also give you a chance to get to know us better. VISIT CAMP You are always welcome to visit the camp on your own or to introduce a friend to camp. Enjoy a picnic, hike a trail, or go geocaching. Please feel free to print a trail map or stop by the office during business hours to pick one up. MAKE A DONATION Donations of all sizes help us maintain and improve our facilities and to serve groups from a variety of backgrounds. VOLUNTEER There are a number of volunteer opportunities at Holmes. Please email jobs@holmescamp.org to inquire about volunteer opportunities for you or your group. SHOP Shop using Smile.amazon.com, select Presbyterian Conference Association, and part of the proceeds from your purchase will be donated to Holmes at no additional cost! |
COVID PROTOCOLS
Holmes will continue to review best practices for Covid-19 and establish on-site procedures following the guidelines set by federal, state, and local officials. Our campers and program attendees’ safety is the most important factor in all of our decision making. We ask that our rental group are diligent in monitoring their group members and maintaining Covid-19 protocols while on site. For current information on masking requirements and other on-site safety protocols please visit holmescamp.org/covid19 regularly as you plan your event.