Tekoa Alumni Ministry
Were you on Tekoa staff? Did you come here as a camper or with a retreat group? Have you been a volunteer?
If you love Tekoa and want to stay connected - this is the place for you!
Tekoa's Alumni Ministry seeks to strengthen the bonds between camp and the people who have made it special since 1949.
Upcoming Events:
Are you looking for a camp community? Would you like to connect with other folks for a little fun and fellowship? We are excited to announce our newest program, Campfire Fellowship! This is free and open to anyone over 16 (no prior Tekoa connection required). RSVP here: Campfire RSVP
Our annual Volunteer Work Weekend is coming up! Join us for the day or the weekend, February 27-March 1; no charge to participate; meals, lodging, and provided.
We'll work together on a variety of projects around camp, getting ready for the 2026 season. All ages are welcome, but under 18s must be accompanied by an adult.
Great opportunity for youth group, men's/women's group, Scout troop, family, etc!
Volunteer Work Day Volunteer Work Weekend
Are you an adult who dreams of reliving your camp days?
Are you someone who never went to camp and has always wanted the opportunity to try it out?
Do you drop your kids off at Tekoa and wish you could experience what they do? Now you can!
Summit and Soul is an exciting new weekend opportunity for adults (21+), giving you a real Tekoa summer-camp-style program. You'll stay in cabins, participate in camp activities, eat in the DIning Hall, learn camp songs and crafts, and make new friends. Open to anyone - no prior Tekoa connection required!
Registration will open 1/15
Tekoa Tulip Poplar Substack
We have a Substack! Check out Tekoa Tulip Poplar for a deep dive into Tekoa history and culture.
Read Tekoa Tulip PoplarCamp Tekoa 75th Reunion Album
Want to listen to all of your favorite camp songs anywhere you go? We've got you covered! During summer 2023, current staff and former staff (representing the last 5 decades) gathered together to record new versions of old favorites, and we are excited to announce that the album is now available on Spotify!
Listen Now on Spotify75th Celebrations
Camp Tekoa was founded in 1949 and celebrated 75 years of ministry in 2024!
Between two work weekends, an Alumni Candlelight and cookout, a Staff Alumni Afternoon, a Camp Jim Reunion, a 7.5K and Polar Plunge, and the big weekend long Celebration, hundreds of alumni came back to camp to be a part of this special time.
There were current and former staff, campers, retreat attendees, and Barnabas campers, and every decade of camp was represented, including two campers from 1949. Old friends had a chance to reconnect, new friendships were formed, and many new tee shirts were purchased.
We are so grateful for everyone who was a part of it!
New in 2025!
We will be sending out a quarterly Alumni Newsletter, the Tulip Poplar Press! To be added to the mailing list, please fill out this form:
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Have questions about alumni events or want to get involved? We'd love to hear from you!
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