Camp in the Community

04/11/2026

If you’re in the Newport area, go check out the yard sale today!

All of these items CAN BE YOURS!!!
Swing by the First United Methodist Yard Sale TODAY from 7 am - 3 pm. They’ll go fast!!

All proceeds to help support our summer ministry Camp in the Community….!

03/03/2026

Camp in the Community is excited to announce its upcoming family friendly pickleball tournament — “Pickleball for a Purpose” — a high energy day of fun, fellowship and friendly competition.

The tournament will take place on May 2, 2026 at John Sevier Park. Camp in the Community invites players of all skill level to grab a paddle and make a difference. Ages 15 and up are invited to play. All minors must be paired with an adult.

“Pickleball for a Purpose” is more than a tournament. It is an invitation for the community to rally around the next generation. Proceeds from the event will directly benefit Camp in the Community, providing scholarships, resources and unforgettable summer camp memories.

Register through the QR code or use this link! https://campinthecommunity.campbrainregistration.com

02/27/2026

We had a fantastic time at Beaver Ridge United Methodist Church playing Singo and Trivia while raising funds to support the ministry of Camp in the Community in the Karns community. Huge thanks to our friends at Juniper Massage and Wellness for donating a beautiful gift basket, which included a massage. We’re grateful to you for helping us make camp possible for more kids!

02/25/2026

One of our favorite things about the Mobile Science Lab is seeing what it sparks after the event is over.

When kids and families get hands-on with science, something clicks. Curiosity wakes up, confidence grows, and learning starts to feel exciting instead of intimidating.

We love hearing stories about families going home and continuing the fun with STEAM activities. That is the real win for us. It is not just about what happens inside the lab that day. It is about planting a seed that keeps growing long after the experiments end.

02/24/2026

Mark your calendars! Pickleball for a Purpose is coming to John Sevier Park on May 2 to support Camp in the Community. More information to come!

02/14/2026

Another incredible event. So thankful to be a part!

02/04/2026

We’re so excited to share about the leadership updates across Holston Camping! While Whitney has stepped into an expanded role with Holston Camp & Retreat Ministries, she’s still our fearless leader right here at Camp in the Community!

Also, we want to welcome Nathan, the newest director at Camp Bays Mountain! We know he’s going to bring so much energy and heart to Holston Camping!

New camp leadership positions announced! Congratulations, Whitney Winston and Rev. Nathan Dugger.

Read it here > https://www.holston.org/article/camp-positions-filled-19605973

01/30/2026

01/27/2026

Excited to be a part of anything Strong Families NETN is doing, and we love getting to bring our planetarium and STEAM lab to share with families.

01/15/2026

We heard it’s time to share our 2016 photos… and we couldn’t resist 😆📸
This was the summer before Camp in the Community became an independent camp!

Recognize someone? Tag them in the comments or drop your own 2016 camp photo and join the throwback fun! 💙

01/14/2026

This is what happens when we get a new activity at camp… 🔬😄

Our staff had to test it out first, of course! These mini microscopes are headed straight to our STEAM Lab for campers to explore and discover.