Volunteers at Wanakee

"Change the World ~ One Camper at a Time"

Wanakee Volunteers say:

"My favorite part of last summer was volunteering at Wanakee. Being with Christian youth gives you hope for the world."

"It's not a vacation. But it's so much fun. It's not work either. It's inspiring! It's gratifying!"

"Volunteering at Wanakee is one of the most fulfilling things I do every year."

cookout over a campfire Wanakee can use your gifts:

Accountants
Bakers
Cleaners
Cooks
Crafty folks
Electricians
Gardeners
Handy-persons
Jack and Jill of all trades
Lawn mowers
Medical professionals
People who love children
People who love nature
Plumbers
Receptionists
Song leaders
Storytellers
Wood carvers
Work Team Leaders

Counselors and Event Directors are a special Wanakee need! More than 100 counselors are needed for summer camp events. Some programs need counselors with special skills, such as drama, sailing, team sports, biking, canoeing, backpacking, fishing, music, skiing and working with early elementary children!

"Wanakee is a hand's-on Leadership Training environment! You grow in your leadership skills in an affirming, Christian environment. It's so much fun. And you really make a difference!"

How to become a volunteer counselor or event director

Request a volunteer packet from Jean or Michael Moore at 603-279-7950 or mail@wanakee.org.
Complete and return the volunteer application, health form and yearly background check form.
Secure 3 written references (all volunteers must complete the clearance process).
Participate in training and/or planning sessions.
Commit your full attention to the spiritual, mental, emotional, physical and safety needs of campers as you live, play and pray with them for a week or half-week.

Volunteer Counselor and Director Manual (PDF)

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