Chanco on the James

4.8

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394 Floods Drive, Spring Grove, VA 23881

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About Chanco on the James

About Chanco on the James

Where kids grow, explore, and make lifelong friends
Philosophy: Chanco on the James is a place where your child will build confidence, try new adventures, and form deep friendships in a supportive, faith-based community. The camp’s award-winning program blends outdoor fun with personal growth, and every camper is welcomed as part of the Chanco family. With a beautiful riverfront setting and caring staff, it’s a safe, nurturing space for kids to unplug, explore, and thrive.
Philosophy: Chanco on the James is a place where your child will build confidence, try new adventures, and form deep friendships in a supportive, faith-based community. The camp’s award-winning program blends outdoor fun with personal growth, and every camper is welcomed as part of the Chanco family. With a beautiful riverfront setting and caring staff, it’s a safe, nurturing space for kids to unplug, explore, and thrive.
Philosophy: Chanco on the James is a place where your child will build confidence, try new adventures, and form deep friendships in a supportive, faith-based community. The camp’s award-winning program blends outdoor fun with personal growth, and every camper is welcomed as part of the Chanco family. With a beautiful riverfront setting and caring staff, it’s a safe, nurturing space for kids to unplug, explore, and thrive.
Ages:

8

-

16

years old

Pricing:

$120

/day

$720

/week

Camp sessions & schedule

Camp sessions & schedule

Chanco on the James is a place where your child will build confidence, try new adventures, and form deep friendships in a supportive, faith-based community. The camp’s award-winning program blends outdoor fun with personal growth, and every camper is welcomed as part of the Chanco family. With a beautiful riverfront setting and caring staff, it’s a safe, nurturing space for kids to unplug, explore, and thrive.
Chanco on the James is a place where your child will build confidence, try new adventures, and form deep friendships in a supportive, faith-based community. The camp’s award-winning program blends outdoor fun with personal growth, and every camper is welcomed as part of the Chanco family. With a beautiful riverfront setting and caring staff, it’s a safe, nurturing space for kids to unplug, explore, and thrive.
Chanco on the James is a place where your child will build confidence, try new adventures, and form deep friendships in a supportive, faith-based community. The camp’s award-winning program blends outdoor fun with personal growth, and every camper is welcomed as part of the Chanco family. With a beautiful riverfront setting and caring staff, it’s a safe, nurturing space for kids to unplug, explore, and thrive.
Boys & girls aged 8-16Mon–Fri, Sun from 1PM11AM25/day & 100/week
Chanco uses a tiered pricing system:
Tier 1 is a supporter rate, while Tier 2 is a subsidized rate—all campers get the same experience, regardless of tier.
Military families receive a 10% discount.
Register early for $15–$25 off (December signups).
Refer a friend and earn $100 Chanco Bucks for future camp sessions.
Scholarship applications are due by May 15.
2025 session prices range from $125 to $1,660, depending on the length and type of camp.
Family Camp is a flat $150.
Winter Camp is $125.
No sibling discounts listed. Extended hours not specified. Daily and weekly pricing is estimated based on session rates.
Chanco uses a tiered pricing system:
Tier 1 is a supporter rate, while Tier 2 is a subsidized rate—all campers get the same experience, regardless of tier.
Military families receive a 10% discount.
Register early for $15–$25 off (December signups).
Refer a friend and earn $100 Chanco Bucks for future camp sessions.
Scholarship applications are due by May 15.
2025 session prices range from $125 to $1,660, depending on the length and type of camp.
Family Camp is a flat $150.
Winter Camp is $125.
No sibling discounts listed. Extended hours not specified. Daily and weekly pricing is estimated based on session rates.
Chanco uses a tiered pricing system:
Tier 1 is a supporter rate, while Tier 2 is a subsidized rate—all campers get the same experience, regardless of tier.
Military families receive a 10% discount.
Register early for $15–$25 off (December signups).
Refer a friend and earn $100 Chanco Bucks for future camp sessions.
Scholarship applications are due by May 15.
2025 session prices range from $125 to $1,660, depending on the length and type of camp.
Family Camp is a flat $150.
Winter Camp is $125.
No sibling discounts listed. Extended hours not specified. Daily and weekly pricing is estimated based on session rates.

Activities & amenities

Activities & amenities

Campers enjoy a wide range of activities. Daily themes often include:

High-Ropes-Course
Zip-Lining
Sailing
Canoeing
Kayaking
Swimming
Archery
Arts-and-Crafts
Nature-Education
Campfires
Team-Building
Rock-Climbing
Obstacle-Courses
Worship
Devotions
Hiking
Paddle-Boarding
Games
Skits
Songs
Pool-Activities
Low-Ropes-Course
Superman-Swing
Basketball
Gaga
Evening-Programs
Orienteering
Outdoor-Cooking
Survivor-Games
Chanco on the James is a place where your child will build confidence, try new adventures, and form deep friendships in a supportive, faith-based community. The camp’s award-winning program blends outdoor fun with personal growth, and every camper is welcomed as part of the Chanco family. With a beautiful riverfront setting and caring staff, it’s a safe, nurturing space for kids to unplug, explore, and thrive.
Chanco on the James is a place where your child will build confidence, try new adventures, and form deep friendships in a supportive, faith-based community. The camp’s award-winning program blends outdoor fun with personal growth, and every camper is welcomed as part of the Chanco family. With a beautiful riverfront setting and caring staff, it’s a safe, nurturing space for kids to unplug, explore, and thrive.
Chanco on the James is a place where your child will build confidence, try new adventures, and form deep friendships in a supportive, faith-based community. The camp’s award-winning program blends outdoor fun with personal growth, and every camper is welcomed as part of the Chanco family. With a beautiful riverfront setting and caring staff, it’s a safe, nurturing space for kids to unplug, explore, and thrive.
Birthdays:

No

What people are saying

4.8
My child loved the activities and caring staff!

Location

394 Floods Drive, Spring Grove, VA 23881

Additional info

Additional info

Chanco is accredited by the ACA and affiliated with the Episcopal Church. Specialty sessions include Adventure, Mariner’s, and Wilderness camps. The camp has been voted Best Summer Camp in Virginia for multiple years and offers a strong tradition of community and spiritual growth.
Chanco is accredited by the ACA and affiliated with the Episcopal Church. Specialty sessions include Adventure, Mariner’s, and Wilderness camps. The camp has been voted Best Summer Camp in Virginia for multiple years and offers a strong tradition of community and spiritual growth.
Chanco is accredited by the ACA and affiliated with the Episcopal Church. Specialty sessions include Adventure, Mariner’s, and Wilderness camps. The camp has been voted Best Summer Camp in Virginia for multiple years and offers a strong tradition of community and spiritual growth.

Health & safety

Health & safety

Affiliations: ACA, Episcopal Church, Diocese of Southern Virginia

Special needs

Special needs

Chanco on the James is a place where your child will build confidence, try new adventures, and form deep friendships in a supportive, faith-based community. The camp’s award-winning program blends outdoor fun with personal growth, and every camper is welcomed as part of the Chanco family. With a beautiful riverfront setting and caring staff, it’s a safe, nurturing space for kids to unplug, explore, and thrive.
Chanco on the James is a place where your child will build confidence, try new adventures, and form deep friendships in a supportive, faith-based community. The camp’s award-winning program blends outdoor fun with personal growth, and every camper is welcomed as part of the Chanco family. With a beautiful riverfront setting and caring staff, it’s a safe, nurturing space for kids to unplug, explore, and thrive.
Chanco on the James is a place where your child will build confidence, try new adventures, and form deep friendships in a supportive, faith-based community. The camp’s award-winning program blends outdoor fun with personal growth, and every camper is welcomed as part of the Chanco family. With a beautiful riverfront setting and caring staff, it’s a safe, nurturing space for kids to unplug, explore, and thrive.