Don Lee Center Camp Guide 2018 by Shirley Ferguson Bass

Don Lee Center 2018 Program Guide

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Don Lee Center welcomes you! Join us and experience “a place that God has blessed.”

Dear Families, This upcoming year will mark 70 years of ministry at Camp Don Lee. As we reflect on the transformative impact the ministry has had on so many lives, we renew our commitment to providing quality programming that allows us to share our love of Jesus Christ through the wind and the water at our beautiful location on the Neuse River. Kate Cooper Metts, Camp Director We are excited to present our summer camp offerings for 2018, along with information about our Environmental Education program, Retreat Programs and several special events in the spring and fall. Don Lee has been serving campers since 1948, sharing the love of Jesus Christ with children and youth in a small group Christian program. Our campers make new friends, grow more confident and independent as they learn new skills like sailing, canoeing, kayaking, archery and outdoor cooking, all the while learning more about God and His creation and growing in their faith. If your child has attended camp in the past, we thank you for sharing them with us; they are a blessing to the camp family and I hope they can join us again this summer. If you are searching for a great summer camp Don Lee Center experience for your child, look no further. Don Lee has a 315 Camp Don Lee Road reputation of a talented, enthusiastic and caring summer staff Arapahoe, NC 28510 that provides a variety of outdoor, worship and small group 252-249-1106 experiences to make camp challenging and fun. info@donleecenter.org Camp Don Lee is accredited by the American Camp www.donleecenter.org Association and in 2016, was recognized as a “Summer Camp that Changes the World,” by the Center for Faith and Service, Camp Registration McCormick Theological Seminary in Chicago. The list inBegins Online at 4 p.m. cludes camps across the country that “embody the joy, hope December 3, 2017 and power of the summer camp experience.” For children ages 7 - 18 We have programs for children ages 7-18. Registration and will continue begins online at 4 p.m., Sunday, December 3, 2017 and will throughout the spring. continue throughout the spring and into early summer. For our popular multi-week camps or if you have a specific week you need for one week camp, I encourage you to register your child the day registration opens, as some programs fill very quickly. If you complete your registration by Dec. 18, 2017, we will send you a free gift to put under the tree for your camper (shipping cost $5). The camp experience makes a great gift! The ministry of Camp Don Lee has touched thousands of lives over its many years. Come join us and experience “a place that God has blessed.” Grace and peace,

Kate Cooper Metts Camp Director

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We Love Your Camp! After each week of summer camp, we survey our camper parents for feedback on their children’s experience. Here are some responses from summer 2017. “I cannot express just how much Camp Don Lee has meant to our daughter. She has grown spiritually and socially. The self-confidence she has gained through her weeks at camp brings joy to her family. She is already talking about next summer! Thanks for all you are doing for our children!” “Because of the setting and the cultivation of exceptional people to care/ teach/guide the campers, Don Lee has been a rich part of my child’s life for many summers. The most valuable part of the experience, however, is the growth that is nurtured between the campers, one that puts God’s love right in the middle. The relationships my children have forged at camp because of this mission are rare and immeasurable.” “Our son LOVED his counselor! He felt like a part of his group and can’t wait to go back. As a mom, I loved the Bunk 1 pictures and getting little notes, it helped with my anxiety to see that he was clearly having a blast.” Cancellation and Refund Policy: Cancellations and requests for refunds should be made in writing or via email from the person responsible for the account. Refunds will be issued for cancellations prior to May 1, 2018 for one week programs and prior to April 1, 2018 for multi-week programs, less the applicable processing fees, which are non-refundable. The fees are: $75 for one week programs; $150 for two week programs; $225 for Mariners and $300 for LIT. All camp fees for multi-week programs are due April 1, 2018. For one week programs, all fees are due May 1, 2018. All payments become non-refundable after these dates for any reason. Fees not paid by the applicable deadline will open the camper slot for another person to use if needed. There can be unforeseen changes for your camper, so we strongly encourage you to purchase low cost camp cancellation insurance. It is available when you register and we highly recommend it for multi-week campers as the programs are a significant expense for many families. If your camper falls ill, breaks a bone or other emergency incidents, the insurance will refund your camp payments. See more details in Ultracamp when you register.

ONE-WEEK TRADITIONAL CAMP Youth: Completed Grades 6 - 11 Elementary: Completed Grades 3 - 5

Perfect for first-time and returning campers alike!

Our One-Week Traditional Camp is the classic Camp Don Lee experience. Whether campers are coming with friends or on their own, they will become a part of the “small group” family that is truly special to Camp Don Lee. Campers will get to try new activities and learn new skills such as archery, canoeing, kayaking, sailing, cooking over a fire, fishing, and more. Campers will form a community through team building on the low ropes Challenge Course and through nightly devotions during Vespers. Swimming in the pool, hayrides, campfires, field or pool games, worship, dances and talent shows will be highlights for every camper during their week. This week of camp will create stories that campers will talk about until they come back again next summer!

PARTICIPANT FEE: $795 DATES: Week Week Week Week Week

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June 10 – June 16 June 17 – June 23 June 24 – June 30 July 1 – July 7 July 8 – July 14

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July 15 – July 21 July 22 – July 28 July 29 – August 4 August 5 – August 11

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HALF-WEEK YOUNGER ELEMENTARY CAMP Completed Grades 1 - 2 This is the perfect experience for the younger camper who is ready for sleep away camp but not ready for a whole week away from home. This three night program is just the right amount of time for campers to grow in their confidence, meet new friends, and learn about God through creation. They will have several opportunities to do activities such as canoeing, sailing, fossil hunting, swimming, archery and more! They will be alongside a counselor throughout the whole experience, but this is also an opportunity that allows them to grow in their confidence and independence and experience a bright beginning to their Camp Don Lee adventure.

PARTICIPANT FEE: $420 DATES: Week 7: July 22 – July 25 Week 7: July 25 – July 28

ONE-WEEK YOUNGER ELEMENTARY CAMP Completed Grades 1 - 2 This program is perfect for campers who have completed first and second grades and are ready for a whole week of fun at Camp Don Lee. Campers will have an opportunity to participate in every activity at camp including sailing, archery, swimming and nature! Through their time they will build confidence, experience being part of a group, make new friends and learn about a relationship with God, all under the guidance of our highly experienced counselors and program staff. There will also be times when they will ride the ferry, participate in talent shows, go on hayrides, go fishing and more!

PARTICIPANT FEE: $820 DATES: Week 3: June 24 – June 30 Week 5: July 8 – July 14 Week 9: August 5 – August 11

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What’s better than one week of summer camp? Two weeks of summer camp! TWO-WEEK TRADITIONAL CAMP FOR ELEMENTARY Completed Grades 3 - 5 Whether campers are coming with friends or on their own, they will become a part of a small group family that is truly special to Camp Don Lee. Campers will get to participate in camp activities and learn new skills like archery, canoeing, kayaking, sailing, cooking over a fire, fishing and more. They will also form a community through team building on the low element Challenge Course and through nightly devotions at Vespers. Over the weekend, the campers will go off site for an outdoor, overnight camping experience. Swimming in the pool, hayrides, campfires, field and pool games, worship, dances, talent shows and the camping trip will all be highlights during their two weeks at camp.

PARTICIPANT FEE: $1,900 DATES: Week 2 and 3: June 17 – June 30 Week 7 and 8: July 22 – August 4

TWO-WEEK TRADITIONAL CAMP FOR YOUTH Completed Grades 6 - 11 PARTICIPANT FEE: $1,900 DATES: Week 2 and 3: June 17 – June 30 Week 4 and 5: July 1 – July 14 (Older Youth Only - Grades 9 - 11)

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TWEEKERS

OLDER SAILING TWEEKERS

Completed Grades 6 - 11

Completed Grades 10 - 12

The two week “Tweeker” program is designed for those campers who are ready to step up to the next level at Camp Don Lee. Tweekers get to enjoy all of the great activities camp has to offer such as swimming, canoeing, and archery with the addition of multiple overnight sailing trips along the Neuse River, weather permitting. This camp is ideal for the youth who enjoys sailing, spending the night in tents and cooking outdoors.

This two week high adventure camp will challenge experienced sailors with an exciting trip across the Pamlico Sound to Portsmouth Island. The session will begin with a week of sailing drills, trip preparation and other traditional Don Lee activities. Then, led by experienced staff hired exclusively for this camp, the youth will take two days sailing to Portsmouth Island, spend the night and explore the island, then return to camp. This camp is for 16-18 year olds with some prior sailing experience. It is limited to a maximum of 12 campers. The trip will be contingent on safe weather and no refunds can be made if the trip cannot be completed.

During the two weeks, campers will spend their time enjoying camp activities and honing their skills in preparation for the adventures that lie ahead. The group will set sail for destinations along the Neuse River (we utilize state and national camp grounds) where they will set up camp, prepare meals and experience creation away from everyday distractions. Friendships will be created and participants in this program will grow tremendously from the experiences they encounter on the Neuse River and at Camp Don Lee.

PARTICIPANT FEE: $1900 DATES: Week Week Week Week

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**Prior sailing experience required**

PARTICIPANT FEE: $2000 DATES: Weeks 1 and 2: June 10 – June 23

This is what you’ve been waiting for, your time has come! ONE-WEEK ADVANCED SAILING **Completed Grades 4 - 11 This one week sailing intensive program is designed to cultivate a superior understanding and hands on practical application of skills necessary to sail the Sunfish, Flying Scot and Hobie Cat sailboats used at Camp Don Lee. Campers will spend three or more hours a day on the water with the goal of being able to solo by the end of the week, weather permitting. This program is best for campers who have some previous sailing experience. This is not a beginner program, but rather a skill sharpening experience, great for campers wanting to participate in sailing Tweekers as a next camp experience. Even though this is a sailing intensive program, campers will also participate in all other aspects of camp. They will even go on a destination day trip that will put their skills to the test. Growing in self-confidence through sailing, this is a community focused on nurturing friendships and a relationship with God. If your camper wants more sailing in their camp experience then this is the right camp for them!

PARTICIPANT FEE: $955 DATES: Week 4: July 1 – July 7 Week 9: August 5 – August 11 D O N L E E C E NT E R · W W W .D O NL E EC ENTER.O RG

MARINE SCIENCE CAMP Completed Grades 3 - 5 Marine Science Camp is the camp for those who want to explore the coast and learn about its natural wonders. Throughout the week campers expand their knowledge about our coast while participating in a variety of activities, such as collecting organisms, fishing and dissecting a squid. Along with participating in traditional camp activities, campers will take an overnight trip to the coast where they will learn about the importance of protecting our beaches. The night will be spent exploring the aquarium and sleeping in front of the shark tank at the North Carolina Aquarium at Pine Knolls Shore. Once back at camp, campers will get to create a one of a kind craft they can wear on their way home. Marine Science Camp is a time for discovery and amazing encounters!

PARTICIPANT FEE: $940 DATES: Week 5: July 8 – July 14 Week 8: July 29 – August 4

ADVANCED MARINE SCIENCE CAMP Completed Grades 6 - 8 Advanced Marine Science Camp is a week filled with exploration while learning about the coast and its surrounding habitats. Advanced Marine Science Campers will start their week by visiting the Aurora Fossil Museum to learn about animals that once inhabited our coast. Throughout the week campers will participate in a variety of activities, such as collecting organisms from the river, fishing and dissecting a shark, which will expand their knowledge about our coastal waters. Campers will take a trip to the coast where they will explore a salt marsh and snorkel in the sound, while learning the importance of protecting this beautiful resource. The night will be spent discovering the aquarium and sleeping in front of the shark tank at the North Carolina Aquarium at Pine Knolls Shore. Once campers return to camp they will get to create a one of a kind craft they can wear on their way home. Advanced Marine Science Campers will leave Don Lee with a greater appreciation for our coast and unforgettable memories!

PARTICIPANT FEE: $940 DATES: Week 9: August 5 – August 11

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It’s a non-stop, excitement-filled adventure you’ll never forget. COAST RUNNERS I

COAST RUNNERS II

Completed Grades 7 - 9

Completed Grades 9 - 11

Come join us on the Coast Runners adventure! Starting at Camp Don Lee and traveling to Ocracoke, the adventure begins with surfing lessons and deep sea fishing! As we run up the coast of North Carolina’s Outer Banks we make stops along the way for wind surfing, kayaking, paddle boarding, sailing and hang gliding. A night in the Aquarium, three ferry rides, two lighthouses and exploring Jockey’s Ridge State Park all make for one incredible week! This is perfect for anyone who is ready to try new outdoor activities with certified instructors and experienced staff. This week includes five nights of camping in a breath-taking region of North Carolina, team building, game playing and learning about God. It’s a non-stop, excitement-filled adventure you will never forget.

Are you ready for a high roping, roller coaster riding, and a water slide sliding good time? Then Coast Runners II is the camp you are looking for! Starting out at Camp Don Lee, we will travel to historic Williamsburg, Va., for three days of roller coaster riding, high ropes and water sliding adventures. Next, we will travel to the North Carolina Outer Banks for sailing, swimming, kayaking, windsurfing and lots more. We will head back to Camp Don Lee to finish up a great week of unforgettable adventures. So come on and join us for Coast Runners II, but make sure to hold on to your seats because you are in for an amazing ride!

PARTICIPANT FEE: $1350 DATES: Week 5: July 8 – July 14 Week 8: July 29 – August 4

PARTICIPANT FEE: $1350 DATES: Week 3: June 24 – June 30

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GREAT BEACH ADVENTURE

MARINERS

Completed Grades 6 - 8

Completed Grades 9 - 11

Who is ready for a week long adventure? The Great Beach Adventure lets campers experience everything the Crystal Coast has to offer. The campers will take off on a four-day premier camping trip to different sites around Morehead City, Emerald Isle and Atlantic Beach. Campers will get to experience the history of the Beaufort waterfront, go on a 33’ catamaran for a day cruise, enjoy the lighthouse at Cape Lookout National Seashore, ride the waterslides and will spend the night at the North Carolina Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores in front of the shark tank! After a private tour of the aquarium the next morning, the campers will go surfing while spending the morning at the beach. The week will end with deep sea fishing on the Capt. Stacy as well as a day of activities at Camp Don Lee. This week full of water sports, camping and traditional camp activities will be one adventure you will never forget!

This program is by application available late September. Those selected will be notified in early November. See our website for more details.

PARTICIPANT FEE: $1150 DATES: Week 7: July 22 – July 28

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Are you ready for a life changing experience? If so, this is it! Three weeks of long distance, multday sailing trips, group building, worship leading and all of the traditional camp activities offered at Camp Don Lee. These three weeks will create experiences that will test your will and build character. There will be nights spent camping on beaches away from everyday life and bonds will be created among friends which last a lifetime. This is what you have been waiting for, your time has come! Join the ranks of Mariners and claim your place in the lineage of this great tradition.

PARTICIPANT FEE: $2950 DATES: Weeks 1 - 3: June 10 – June 30 Weeks 4 - 6: July 1 – July 21 Weeks 7 - 9: July 22 – August 11

The outstanding reputation of this program is known throughout the region. LEADER-IN-TRAINING (LIT) Completed Grades 10 - 12 Must be 16 years old by the course completion date. Camp Don Lee has over 30 years of history providing a quality leadership training program that prepares students for leadership roles at summer camps, in their schools and churches, and ultimately, for life. This is a four-week, intensive program for older youth who are ready for a highly challenging and deeply rewarding experience. Objectives of the program include personal faith development, leadership growth and experience, and growth in outdoor skills. Certifications that can be earned during the program include American Red Cross Lifeguarding, American Red Cross First Aid and CPR for the Professional Rescuer, Wilderness First Aid (ASHI) and U.S. Sailing Association certification as a sailing counselor. In addition, LITswill develop a greater understanding of worship, leading creative arts and childhood development. The outstanding reputation of this program is known throughout the region. Employers, colleges and scholarship selection committees have viewed this program very favorably over the years. Many of the young people who complete this training regard it as a lifechanging and faith-enriching experience and treasure the friendships they develop. Additional activities include participation in and leading Bible studies, fitness and wellness training, planning and leading worship experiences, camp counselor rotation and overnight sailing and kayaking trips. Selection into our LIT program is by application, which is available on our website, www.donleecenter.org. Please see the website for a complete description of the program. Early decision application deadline is October 27, 2017. If spaces are still available after this date, the second deadline for applications is January 12, 2018.

PARTICIPANT FEE: $3630 DATES: Week 1 - 4: June 10 – July 7 Week 5 - 8: July 8 – August 4 D O N L E E C E NT E R · W W W .D O NL E EC ENTER.O RG

Events MIDDLE SCHOOL GIRLS Completed Grades 6 - 8 The Middle School Girls’ Retreat at Camp Don Lee is designed specifically for 6th to 8th grade girls to bond with friends, worship God and grow in faith in the beauty of creation. This retreat will help kick off the New Yearwith a deeper connection to girls in your church group and to Christ. What happens when you get a group of middle school girls and youth leaders together for the weekend to worship, participate in camp activities and have a slumber party? We grow. We make new friends, we deepen our current friendships, we learn new lessons to apply to our lives, we get to be adventurous and we get to relax. No matter if you are a middle school girl, youth leader, or a parent; you will walk away from this weekend more in love with Jesus and your community. This program encourages group reservations from youth groups, but also welcomes individual young ladies.

PARTICIPANT FEE: $125 per person DATES: January 26 – 28, 2018

SPEAKERS: Rev. Hannah McManus Lizzie McManus

CONFIRMATION RETREAT Our Confirmation retreat is not just about getting away, but also moving toward—moving toward God, other Christians, and a deeper understanding of our faith. This one night retreat will guide youth in confirmation to recognize, affirm and accept their identity as Christians in the United Methodist Church. This retreat is wonderful for churches with only 2 or 3 youth in confirmation as well as churches with 20 or more. Please plan to bring an adult leader for every five youth. We will begin Friday night and finish with dinner on Saturday. Clergy are welcome and encouraged to attend.

PARTICIPANT FEE: $ 65 per participant $ 50 per adult chaperone $ 25 per clergyperson DATES: March 2 – 3, 2018

If you have a large confirmation class (15 or more) and these dates will not work for your group, please call for additional dates.

OPEN HOUSE 2018! April 21, 2018 10 am – 1 pm Bring the family out for a fun day at Camp Don Lee! There will be hands-on activities for the kids and many of Camp’s most popular activities will be open. Bring your picnic lunch, enjoy drinks and desserts from the Don Lee Dining Hall and join the camp staff for a taste of summer camp! Admission is free.

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FATHER/CHILD WEEKEND

FAMILY CAMP

Father/Child Weekend is a time to share experiences and build relationships between fathers or father figures and children (ages 5 and up). This weekend is perfect for fathers or another important male adult to spend quality time making memories and having fun together with their children. The weekend begins Friday evening after dinner and lasts through lunch on Sunday. Days will be full of games and fun activities including sailing, canoeing, fishing and archery, and at night, campfires, hayrides and special events. Come for a great weekend you won’t soon forget. This is a special way for fathers to spend devoted time with sons and daughters, and to get a taste of the Don Lee experience!

Family Camp, a favorite long-standing tradition at Camp Don Lee, is a time for families to join together, to relax and to become members of a larger family, the family of God. During your Family Camp vacation, guests will get to experience traditional camp activities, such as swimming, canoeing, archery, sailing and arts and crafts along with special events held each day. During the week we will hold our intergenerational faith formation program with singing, scripture, drama, play and message served up in a variety of formats. There will be group Vespers to celebrate our beautiful days here and times to rest to renourish our bodies. Special events will be held each evening such as a crab fest, an ice cream social and watermelon seed spitting contest. Family Camp is a special time for parents, grandparents, aunts, uncles, cousins and others to come together for shared moments and to build new powerful memories.

PARTICIPANT FEE: $ 125 for fathers or father figures $ 85 for children

PARTICIPANT FEE: $ 335 per adult $ 225 per 5 - 10 year old $ 75 per 4 year old and under

DATES: May 4 – 6, 2018

DATES: August 12 – 16, 2018

Check in at 11:00 am Sunday. Camp ends after breakfast Thursday.

FAMILY RETREAT WEEKEND A taste of summer camp for the whole family! Join us for sailing, swimming, canoeing, archery, games, worship and more, all with that delicious food you know you love! A great first camp experience for young children, come try it out and let them see what all the fun is about!

PARTICIPANT FEE: $ 125 for adults $ 75 for children

For a longer family camp experience, come on August 12 – 16.

DATES: May 25 – 27, 2018

70th ANNIVERSARY FESTIVAL OF FRIENDS

THE DON LEE SAILING EXPERIENCE

SAVE THE DATE! Join us for a day to celebrate the Camp Don Lee community. Past campers and families, staff members young and old, and Don Lee newcomers are encouraged to come take part in a day of fellowship and fun. All activities will be open, the Defenders Cup Regatta will be underway, and there will be a good ol’ fashioned pig pickin’ at 5:30 p.m. for an additional charge. Help us celebrate Don Lee’s 70th Anniversary!

Have you ever wanted to learn to sail? Or maybe your Don Lee camper has inspired you to think about what it would be like to sail on the Neuse River. This program is your chance to experience sailing first hand. The Don Lee Sailing Experience provides the opportunity for families and adults to experience everything small boat sailing has to offer. This weekend full of personalized instruction is suited for anyone, whether you are just enjoying the ride or learning to sail. By the end of the weekend participants will have developed a foundation from which to begin their journey into the world of sailing.

PARTICIPANT FEE: Free Event $ 10 for Pig Pickin’ Dinner

PARTICIPANT FEE: $ 250 per Adult $ 125 per Child (Ages 5 - 12)

DATES: August 12, 2018 from 2 – 7 pm

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Retreats The Don Lee Center provides retreat opportunities year-round for overnight retreats as well as family reunions, day outings and day retreats. We serve families, youth groups, adults, senior citizens, college students, church groups, Scouting troops, leadership groups and would love to serve your group next! Our well-trained staff will assist you in any way you need, from initial contact, through your planning process, and offering radical hospitality during your stay. We also offer fully planned retreats for families and youth groups: just pick the date, bring your group and we will do the rest! We are glad to offer audio/visual equipment, meeting areas and recreational activities, including sailing, for no additional charge. For more information, contact our Retreat Coordinator at (252) 249-1106 ext. 31 or laura@donleecenter.org or check out our website.

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Outdoor & Environmental Educational Programs Opportunities abound for students and teachers to experience Don Lee Center through our schoolbased experiential programs. Our coastal location on the Neuse River Estuary offers a unique setting for groups of students to learn through a variety of hands-on, interactive programs lasting from one to five days.

School groups can choose from two different types of programs. COASTAL COMMUNITIES: Introduces students to the wonders of nature and outdoor discovery through experiential learning opportunities. Our activities align with NC State Curriculum Guidelines so teachers can build a schedule that correlates with materials being covered in the classroom. COMMON GROUND: Utilizing our low-element challenge course, students have the opportunity to work together to gain an understanding of cooperation skills and teamwork concept. For more information or to schedule a group, email info@donleecenter.org.

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NC United Methodist Camp and Retreat Ministries, Inc. Camp Don Lee 315 Camp Don Lee Road Arapahoe, NC 28510

Non Profit Org. US Postage PAID Arapahoe, NC Permit No. 5

You are invited to join us for Summer Camp 2018. Registration begins 4 p.m., December 3, 2017 and will continue into the spring and early summer. You may go ahead and establish your account prior to registration by visiting www.donleecenter.org. Also, check out our listings for retreats and special events that occur throughout the year.

The Don Lee Center is a camping and retreat center affiliated by faith with the NC Conference of the United Methodist Church and is operated by the NC United Methodist Camp and Retreat Ministries Inc. Don Lee Center is accredited by the American Camp Association. It has two sister camps, Camp Chestnut Ridge, Efland, N.C., and Camp Rockfish, Parkton, N.C. PHOTOGRAPHY: Clark Andersen, Kasey McFerren, Michelle Nguyen, Mason Norris, Heidi Troxler and David Daly