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
2025 Camp Dates
Two-Week Session 1
*Junior Camp*
Wednesday, May 28th to Saturday, June 14th
Two-Week Session 2
*Junior and Intermediate Camp*
Wednesday, June 11th to Saturday, June 28th
Four-Week Session
*Junior, Intermediate, and Senior*
Saturday, June 28th to Monday, July 28th
Orientations & Certifications
Staff Orientations (required):
Two Week Session 1
Wednesday, May 28th – Sunday, June 1st
Two Week Session 2
Wednesday, June 11 – Sunday, June 15
Four Week Session
Saturday, June 28th – Monday, June 30th
Climbing Wall Certification Class: June 10 (arrival afternoon on June 9)
Riding Staff: June 9th – June 11th (arrival afternoon of June 8)
Lifeguard Training Certification Class:
*Two Week Session 1: TBD*
Two Week Session 2 & Four Week
June 9th – June 11 (arrival afternoon of June 8)
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), One Day Off (12 hours), One 24 Hour Leave, One 36 Hour Leave Between Sessions
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.