Dec 15, 2017 | Uncategorized
Winter Camp is for anyone ages 7-12 and is a great way for kids to experience the wonder of Chanco in the off season. It is also a great way to introduce a new camper to what Chanco is all about. Winter camp is the perfect opportunity to allow someone who is...
Nov 15, 2017 | Uncategorized
Are you a nurse who enjoys children and the outdoors? Then we may have just the job for you! Chanco on the James is seeking a Registered Nurse for summer camp primarily responsible for overseeing the health and safety of our campers and staff. This staff person would...
Nov 15, 2017 | Uncategorized
Join us at Chanco on the James for another Women’s Retreat Day in Advent this year on December 2, 2017. The day will feature a series of engaging workshops and inspired worship, built around the theme: Living the Magnificat. Participants will enjoy plenty of time...
Oct 23, 2017 | Uncategorized
We invite you to come “Recharge” at Chanco on the James December 15-17, 2018. Recharge is a retreat that is designed to give young adults a chance to take a break from their hectic schedules and relax while being surrounded by God’s beautiful creation. In today’s...
Oct 23, 2017 | Uncategorized
Chanco hosts two awesome events during the winter that have been a huge hit! Save the Dates for both our December Lock-In (December 8-9, 2017) and Winter Camp weekend (January 12-14, 2018). Both of these events offer our campers an opportunity to either try Chanco for...
Oct 20, 2017 | Uncategorized
“Never believe that a few caring people can’t change the world. For, indeed, that’s all who ever have.” – Margaret Mead The warmth and crackle of a bonfire outdoors. Flying along a zip line. Capsizing a sailboat while howling with laughter. Participating in...
Oct 13, 2017 | Uncategorized
We will be canceling one of our upcoming Camper Family and Friends receptions that was originally scheduled for Sunday, October 15th at 3PM at Chanco. However the reception scheduled for Thursday, October 26th at 6 pm at Eastern Shore Chapel in Virginia Beach will go...
Oct 12, 2017 | Uncategorized
Have you heard, Chanco is turning 50 in 2018!?! You won’t want to miss this fantastic celebration of 50 years of ministry at Chanco on the James. Mark your calendars and make plans to celebrate Chanco’s half century birthday with us. Call all your Chanco friends and...
Oct 3, 2017 | Uncategorized
Cursillo is an opportunity to grow in faith and spirituality, share a deeper understanding of the teachings of Jesus, and belong to a continuing community that gives support and encouragement to help Christians carry out our baptismal vows. We are blessed to share in...
Oct 3, 2017 | Uncategorized
You are invited to receptions for the “inside information” about upcoming exciting developments at Chanco! Chanco invites all our friends to various receptions being held this fall to learn about exciting developments happening at Chanco. Get the “inside...
Aug 11, 2017 | Uncategorized
Today Session Four families picked up their campers and thus mark the end of our 2017 traditional residential camp season (Family Camp still ahead Aug. 24-27!). It has been a spectacular summer of fun and faith in God’s great outdoors. We recognize there are many...
Aug 11, 2017 | Uncategorized
As our summer camp comes to a close, we hear many campers saying, “I can’t wait a whole year to come back to Chanco!” Our answer is, “You don’t have to!” The Episcopal Diocese of Southern Virginia hosts retreats at Chanco throughout the year for young people grades...
Aug 6, 2017 | Uncategorized
Are you looking for an affordable family vacation this summer? Maybe you were planning a long weekend trip to the Outer Banks but, once you added up $1,050 for the hotel for three nights, $300 for meals in restaurants, $276 to rent kayaks, $176 for a zip line...
Jul 10, 2017 | Uncategorized
We are excited to welcome our 2017 campers to Chanco this summer! With summer camp well underway, our campers are having a blast making new friends, trying new adventures and enjoying being at the “best summer camp” in Virginia (as voted by Virginia Living magazine...
