Camp Cedar Cliff Frequently Asked Questions
Why "Camp Cedar Cliff"? Cedar Cliff was selected because the Cove rests in the nook between Little Cedar and Big Cedar Mountain. Many camp activities, including rappelling down our cliff site occur on Little Cedar, where, yes, many cedar trees are growing. It is a fitting name that’s history draws on the influence and meaning of the Cove while its newness reflects the originality and innovation in this new venture.
Thus says the Lord GOD: “I will take also one of the highest branches of the high cedar and set it out. I will crop off from the topmost of its young twigs a tender one, and will plant it on a high and prominent mountain. On the mountain height of Israel I will plant it; and it will bring forth boughs, and bear fruit, and be a majestic cedar. Under it will dwell birds of every sort; in the shadow of its branches they will dwell. Ezekiel 17:22-23 (NKJ)
Where is Camp Cedar Cliff located? Camp Cedar Cliff is located east of Asheville, NC off I-40 at exit 55. The entrance is on the property of the Billy Graham Training Center at the Cove.
What is the Trading Post? The Trading Post is the camp store. Campers deposit money into an account that is used to purchase candy, drinks, T-shirts, visors, and camp trinkets. All unspent money is refunded at the end of each week. You also have the option of donating that money to our scholarship fund.
Is there a medical professional on duty at camp? Yes, there is an RN or doctor who administers first aid and prescription medications. He or she stays at camp the entire week. Please do not send any over-the-counter drugs. They are not allowed in the cabins and the medical clinic has all the supplies necessary on-hand. Please bring any prescription medications in the bottle they were prescribed in.
What time is drop off and pick up for overnight campers? Check-in is from 3:00-5:00pm on Saturday. Pick-up at the end of the camp session is 9:00am Friday.
Is there a shuttle service available from the airport or bus station? We will gladly pick up your child at the Asheville bus station or Asheville airport if you will let us know his or her arrival time. Arriving flights must be between 12:00pm and 5:00pm on the first day of camp. Departing flights must be before11:00am on the last day of camp.
Can my child and friend(s) be in the same cabin? A camper may request up to two friends of the same age and/or grade to be in a cabin with them. You will need to list these requests in the cabin request box on the registration page. To make your cabin request valid, your camper’s friend(s) must also request your camper on their registration form. We will do our best to honor these requests.
Can I send mail to my camper? Yes! Be sure to begin mailing letters a week ahead of time. It is important to indicate on the envelope which week your child will be here. If you want to send your child a package, please consider size. We recommend the Post Office issued Priority Mail boxes. Please do not send food or candy. Address mail and packages as follows:
Camper Name
Week of Camp/Cabin number
Camp Cedar Cliff
PO Box 9036
Asheville, NC 28815
You can also send one-way email to your camper. Click the “Camper eMail” tab on the homepage.
Why wasn’t my discount (sibling, pre-registration, etc.) reflected in my balance? Our registration system is not able to automatically deduct discounts. However, we will do our best to apply your discount before you pay in full. If you have already paid in full, we can refund your credit card or you can apply the money from your discount to your camper’s Trading Post account.
For more information about overnight camp, be sure to check out the Youth Camp Compass Info Sheet on the Forms page.
