FAQS
How can churches make their deposit to hold slots for camp?
The deposit is $500 per church or $50 per person, whichever is greater. Deposits will hold that many slots for your church, but are non-refundable. The maximum is 60 slots per church until 30 days before camp and then if there is space more slots can be added. There are no guarantees additional slots will be available. Deposits due by March 1, 2024. Make checks payable to Chesapeake Youth Network and mail to Dan Beschner.
Address: 321 Big Spring Rd Etters, PA 17319
For more info email: admin@bigbeachweekend.org
WHAT IS THE ARRIVAL/DEPARTURE TIME AT BIG BEACH WEEKEND?
Big Beach Weekend won’t be ready for churches to arrive until after 3pm on Friday, and our last Chapel session ends around 11am on Monday.
WHAT SHOULD STUDENTS BRING?
money for travel meals, merchandise, snack bar, and souvenirs
a medium-sized duffle bag
sneakers/athletic shoes
water bottle with their name printed on it
a Bible, notebook and pen
2 towels (beach and bath) and toiletries
Sunscreen
Modest swimsuit
WHAT SHOULD STUDENTS NOT BRING?
Expensive items (i.e. jewelry, electronics, etc.)
Illegal Drugs, Tobacco/nicotine products, or alcohol
Any material or media that would be deemed inappropriate
Weapons or Explosives
WILL STUDENTS NEED TO BRING ANY SPENDING MONEY?
A limited supply of official Big Beach Weekend merchandise is available for sale. Also, HCBC has a canteen and snack bar stocked with food, candy, snacks, ice cream and made to order milkshakes. In addition, HCBC has a gift shop with books and souvenirs. While these are optional, most students are thankful to have some spending cash at the event.
WHAT ARE THE SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS LIKE?
Leaders and students will be organized by church into hotel, dorm, and bunk style rooms. Guys and girls will be housed separately. Bed linens are provided, but you are welcome to bring additional bedding if you prefer.
WE HAVE A STUDENT WITH FOOD ALLERGIES, HOW IS THAT HANDLED WHILE AT Big beach weekend?
The Big Beach Weekend team works closely with Harvey Cedars Bible Conference food services team. HCBC offers a special diet menu for gluten free, dairy free, and vegetarian guests.
Additionally:
There is a dietary needs buffet at every meal for gluten/dairy free & vegetarians.
Parents of student with food allergies should let their trip leader/youth pastor know before arriving to camp. The church leadership can contact Big Beach Weekend Administrator, who will notify Harvey Cedars of those needs.
DO YOU HAVE A NURSE ON SITE DURING Big beach weekend?
Yes, we will have a registered nurses on site during the entire event. Upon arrival at Big Beach Weekend, the nurses will be available for all leaders to meet at our opening leaders meeting. All students MUST have a parent/guardian signed copy of the Big Beach Weekend Medical Release form turned in at registration to be on site and to participate in activities.
WHERE CAN MAIL/CARE PACKAGES BE SENT?
A “mail call” takes place each day at lunch. Letters and care packages can be sent to:
Students name – C/O Big Beach Weekend
Harvey Cedars Bible Conference
12 Cedars Ave. Harvey Cedars, NJ 08008