Time Off & Recreation
November 3, 2011 · Print This Article
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Time Off
Each staff member has scheduled time off (24 -36 hours) between the sessions, at which time he or she may choose to explore the surrounding area.
Staff also have approximately 2 hours of “discretionary time” daily. During this discretionary time, staff remain on-campus as many positions entail 24-hour responsibilities. Some staff choose to do planning work or nap. Others may meet a friend in the staff lounge, exercise, or work on an art project.
Daily Rejuvenation
When not on duty, we encourage staff to rest, read, check email or relax in the staff lounge. Special staff events are organized approximately three times during the summer (evening pool party, movie nights, etc.).
What is there to
do in the Bedford area during my time off?
The surrounding areas of Bedford, Roanoke and Campbell Counties offer a variety of activities. The Global Youth Village is within easy driving distance of the Blue Ridge Mountains (hiking, Appalachian culture), Smith Mountain Lake (swimming, boating), New River Valley (rock-climbing, tubing, rafting), and the cities of Roanoke & Lynchburg (shopping, theaters, museums, restaurants). For history buffs, historical sites are abundant, including Monticello, Poplar Forest (Jefferson’s retreat), Booker T. Washington’s home, Appomattox Court House, and more.
yes, we do have internet access, although it it is limited. No broadband out here in the country side!
I was wondering if the camp had any internet access. I just sent my application in and I’m hoping to work here. I am going to be taking summer school classes online (only about 2-3) so I was wondering if you had a computer or internet in the staff lounge perhaps that can be used during the down time.