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Unplug Family Camp 2026!
Nature Inspired & Family Led
A camp where kids can be kids,
and adults can play too!
This is a sober and screen-free camp that values unstructured free play and skill sharing for a stronger community
Who is this camp for?
We welcome families of all types, including single or two parent homes, co-parents, LGBTQ families, legal guardians and children all ages who value connection to nature, screen-free time together, and community empowerment and support.
Our Next Session: Friday, July 31st - Tuesday, August 4th 2026
Where: 88 Oracle Way, Independence, Virginia at Oracle Campus.
Our Expansive Why
In todays digital age, children are overscheduled, parents are overwhelmed, and you find yourself going through the motions of each day without authentic connection and alignment. At Family Camp, we shift this paradigm to one of slowing down, deep connection with yourself, each other, and nature, and empowering our community. Before fall schedules proceed, school begins, and the rhythm of daily life sets into motion, may we take a sacred pause to solidify our connection what what makes us human living in this digital age.
Accomadation and Details
What is included:
Lodging of choice
Lunch and Dinner
T-shirt for all attending to tie-dye
Daily Rhythm:
8:30 - 9:30am - Breakfast
9:30am - Opening circle at the Peace Pentagon
10:00am - 12:30pm - Free Play
12:30pm - 1:30pm - Lunch
1:30pm - 2:00pm - Rest
2:00 - 5:00pm - Skill Share for kids, adults, and families
5:00pm - 6:00pm - Dinner Prep (Shower, etc.)
6:00pm - Dinner
7:00pm - 9:00pm - Family time, i.e. bonfire, music, and connection time
9:30pm - Lights out
Field Trips:
Grayson Highlands State Park (Wild Pony Hike!)
Kayaking & Paddle Boarding
How Skill Share Works:
Morning Sessions: Meant to be unstructured, free play on the 23 acres of land. This is a time where you are responsible for being with your children the whole time or there is communication with them about where they are.
Afternoon Sessions: These are your choice! Optional youth, adult and family programming that you can choose to participate in.
Examples of skill share activities you can offer:
Fort building for ages 5 and up
Kids Nature Walk for ages 2-6 years old
Fire Building for all ages
Ecstatic Dance for all families
Kayaking and Paddleboarding for all families
Fishing for all families
Knife Carving for 8+
Women Circle or Men's Circle (adults only)
Drumming Lessons for all families
How it Works:
1. Register & Reserve your families lodging
2. We would LOVE your offerings and skills to be shared! If you'd like to volunteer to lead a program, you will use our sign up sheet to sign up for a slot
3. Prepare
4. Arrive!
Accomadations
Oracle Campus rests in the Blue Ridge Mountains along the ancient New River – the oldest river in the Western Hemisphere. Known as the “Virginia Highlands,” this rural refuge is a place of incredible beauty and immense bio-diversity.
The Peace Pentagon is a wisdom center that spans cultures and creeds. It also serves as the community center for our Valley of Light community. We host regional, national, and global events that contribute to a culture of peace.
Turtle Lodge (Built in 2026):
Three or Four Double Bedroom rooms
4 twin beds with private bathroom - Available
3 double beds with private bathroom - Available
3 double beds with private bathroom - Available
4 twin beds with private bathroom - Available
8 twin beds with private bathroom - Available
River House:
If you plan on coming with friends, you may rent the whole river house
Whole House Still Available or single room rental
Camping:
Five campsites available near the creek.
$140 Total
Pricing
Adults: $125 per adult
Children: each child under 18 is $75
All Children under 3 are free
Lodging is separate
Frequently Asked Questions
What if I need to use my phone or computer for work or personal communication?
We ask that you do your very best to limit your time on your devices, however tempting it is. However, we understand that emergencies come up, and disconnecting for five days may be a lot to ask. In the case you need to access your device, we ask that you do it in your private space, and away from children to keep the screen-free container available for them.
Can kids offer a skill share activity?
What if no one signs up for my offering?
Absolutely! We welcome any one why feels inspired to offer their skill.
Don't take it personally if no one signs up for your activity! If that happens, we will help you recalibrate and flow with the day
Is your camp wheelchair accessible?
What if my activity requires technology like music?
Unfortunately our camp is not wheelchair accessible. However, you can drive to most places on campus. We also have a club car that will be available to you need support getting from one location to another.
If possible, try to be as low tech as possible. However, if you choose to lead an activity that requires music, you are able to connect your phone to a speaker to play music. Please talk to Melissa about your activity to see what works best.
