Shiloh Quaker Camp
Shiloh Quaker Camp lies on 432 acres of land in Madison County, Virginia, nestled near the Shenandoah National Park.
Shiloh offers in-camp and trip experiences. Younger campers will be away from camp for shorter periods of time with less demanding activities than older campers. Trips may take them to various sections of Virginia, Maryland, and West Virginia. We backpack roads and trails; we canoe the Rappahannock, Rapidan, James, and Shenandoah Rivers; and we give technical rock climbing instruction at several sites mostly within the Shenandoah National Park.
In-camp activities include arts and crafts, dance, drama, music, informal sports, and playing in the creek which runs through the front of the property. Work projects and chores also play an important part in our community's life.
Learning about the natural world around us, becoming comfortable living in nature, and treating the earth gently are important components of the Shiloh curriculum.
Spiritual development is nurtured through daily silent worship at the fire circle, regularly scheduled campfires, and in less formal ways by example and through continuous sharing of love.
All meals include a vegetarian alternative.
For campers ages 9-14 or 8 entering 4th grade. *Note: Shiloh applicants entering fourth grade may apply only for the 1st or 3rd two-week session.
| Two week sessions: |
| Saturday, June 28 – Saturday, July 12* |
| Sunday, July 13 – Saturday, July 26 |
| Sunday, July 27 – Sunday, August 10* |
| Four week sessions: |
| Saturday, June 28 - Saturday, July 26 |
| Sunday, July 13 - Sunday, August 10 |
Camp mailing address and phone:
Shiloh Quaker Camp
P.O. Box 89
Hood, VA 22723
540-948-5226
Camp driving address:
Shiloh Quaker Camp
4774 Middle River Road
Stanardsville, VA 22973
Please pay attention to whether you have a Saturday or Sunday drop off and pick up. EVERY session is different. The first session runs from Saturday to Saturday, the second from Sunday to Saturday, and the third from Sunday to Sunday.
Dropping off your camper on registration day: Please plan to arrive at camp between 2:00 p.m. and 4:30 p.m. on registration day. The camp driveway will be closed until 2:00 so please don’t plan to arrive early.
Picking up your camper at the end of the session: Please pick up your campers between 9:30 a.m. and 11:00 a.m. on pick-up day. At 10:00 a.m. you are invited to attend an end of session meeting for worship at the fire circle with your campers.
Shiloh Equipment Lists - Printable List (PDF)
WORDS FROM CAMPERS/PARENTS:
"I have received two notes from our daughter, both of them exploding with enthusiasm. What really struck me about both notes is that she sounds so unguarded. She talked about how long they laughed on one of their back packing trips, and I can’t remember the last time I heard her really let go and laugh. This past year there’s been a lot of eye-rolling and trying to be cool. I am so glad she is taking a break from that and letting her true self out."
"The people I meet at camp become lasting friends, the games and songs I learn are always ridiculous and hilarious, and the physical activities often let me push my personal limits which I enjoy. Also, doing service for Boxerwood Gardens was a wonderful experience."
"Never have I met more enthusiastic and sincerely friendly counselors, and their positive attitudes rub off onto everyone else to make a memorable summer."
