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Resources To Be An Awesome Counselor

Everything a counselor needs, all in one place! Our staff members have been hard at work creating a comprehensive list of the daily lessons, activities, and additional resources needed to best prepare counselors for their new journey at Camp Nakanawa.

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Camp Philosophy

The Camp Nakanawa philosophy is a traditional, structured camp for girls offering a program designed to enable each camper to acquire skills in various activities in an atmosphere that develops character and a spirit of unselfishness. It is a fun environment where you can make lifetime friendships and gain true self-confidence. 

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Become A Camp Counselor Today

We’re always looking for camp counselors who have a passion to work with and grow young people!
You can apply online or download and submit your application to campnak@frontier.net.

Prospective Counselor Information

2027 Camp Dates, Orientations, & Trainings

 PreCamp for 2 week Junior Session 1:  May 26-30, Counselors arrival on May 25

  • Lifeguard training WILL NOT be provided for this session, all waterfront staff will need to already be certified
  • 2 week Junior 1 Dates:  May 30-June 11, Counselors leave June 12

PreCamp for 2 week Session 2 and 4 week:  June 7-12, Counselors arrive on June 6

  • Lifeguard training with American Red Cross:  June 2-4, lifeguards arrive on June 1
  • Riding Staff begins June 2, arrive on June 1
  • Wall Certification June 5-6, arrival on the June 4
  • 2 week Junior 2 and 2 Week Intermediate Sessions: June 12-25, Counselors leave on June 26

Switch Weekend for 4 Week Session:  June 26-27, 4 week Counselors arrive after 5pm on June 25

  • 4 week Dates:  June 28-24, Counselors leave July 25 after Counselor Luncheon
  • Nakanawa will take counselors to BNA airport on Monday July 26
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Camp Location & Contact Information

Camp Nakanawa is located in Crossville, Tennessee just off of interstate 40 on the Cumblerland Plateau. The camp is in a rural area of the Mayland community with proximity to several larger cities.

  • 100 Miles East of Nashville
  • 80 Miles West of Knoxville
  • 100 Miles North of Chattanooga
  • 1084 Camp Nakanawa Road Crossville, Tennessee 38571
  • (931) 277-3711
  • campnak@campnakanawa.org
  • Director Karen Hale
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Camper Demographics

Two-Week Session Junior Camp

Ages: 8-11  (2nd –5th Grades)
Camper/Counselor Ratio: 1:3

Two-Week Session Intermediate Camp

Ages: 12-14 (6th – 8th Grades)
Camper/Counselor Ratio: 1:4

Four-Week Session Junior Camp

Ages: 8-12 (2nd – 6th Grades)
Camper/Counselor Ratio: 1:3

Four-Week Session Intermediate & Senior Camp

Ages: 12-17 (7th –11th Grades)
Camper/Counselor Ratio: 1:6 

Counselor Responsibilities & Guidelines

Give of yourself to the campers – always put them first above all else.

Being a camp counselor can be the most rewarding and gratifying job you can ever pursue. You will learn more about yourself, others, and discover talents. 

Responsibilities
  • Cabin Counselor
      • Role model and leader to a group of 4 to 8 girls living in a cabin together
  • Activity Instructor
      • Teach and assist with one or more activities
  • Committee Assignment
      • Serve on one or two committees of your choice
Guidelines
  • The minimum staff age is 18 (prefer completion of college freshman year).
  • In order to promote the positive character guidelines supported by Camp Nakanawa, this is a substance-free environment (smoking,  alcohol, or drugs will not be permitted).
  • Piercings, other than the traditional one hole each ear, and tattoos are discouraged and should be covered while at camp.
  • As a counselor, you will be giving up a great deal of privacy and comfort along with working long and demanding hours while adhering to camp policies that may not reflect your way of living (curfews, time on, time off, lack of privacy, etc.)
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Salary and Time Off

Starting Salary:
$325/week plus room, board, and laundry ($325 bonus for 6 weeks) *Depending on education level*

Time Off:
Two-Week Session – Two 1/2 Days Off (6 hours each)
Four-Week Session – Two 1/2 Days Off (6 hours each), Two Day Off (12 hours)

If Camp Nakanawa sounds like it is for you, we look forward to receiving your completed application and thank you for your interest. 
Please contact us if you have any questions.
We welcome your inquiries.

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