Virginia Elks Youth Camp Inc.
Around 1947-48, it was decided by the membership of the Virginia State Elks Association to promote a camp for deserving boys as a State Project. At that time a Board of Directors was elected, and committees were appointed to purchase property and to organize and carry out the work.
As a result, since the first campers came in 1949, we have had one of the finest camps in the country. Over the years, girls were included in the camp. Boys and girls between the ages of 8 to 13 are now accepted at the camp, therefore the “Virginia Elks Youth Camp” was instituted. The Major Project of the Virginia Elks Association has welcomed over 50,000 campers to our beloved camp located at Millboro, Virginia on the pristine Cowpasture River. Our guiding principle is “Making Memories…”
CRAFT SHOW FUNDRAISER
Vendor Invitation: Virginia Elks Youth Camp Fall Festival Craft Show
Calling all crafters, artists, and collectors. The Virginia Elks Youth Camp invites you to participate in our Fall Festival Craft Show on Saturday, September 26, 2026. This community event offers a great opportunity to display and sell your handmade crafts, original artwork, and unique collectible items.
Reserve your space today and join us for a day of creativity, community, and seasonal fun. To request a registration form and reserve a vendor space, please contact Teri Linardich using the information below.
The vendor registration fee is $10. Please make checks payable to Virginia Elks Youth Camp. After contacting Teri Linardich, send your completed registration form and payment to the address below.
Send payment and form to:
Teri Linardich
1108 Selwood Drive
Virginia Beach, VA 23464
Email: Vettema74@aol.com
Cell: 757-831-4467
CRAFT SHOW FUNDRAISER
Virginia Elks Youth Camp Fall Festival and Chili Cook-Off
Saturday September 26, 2026
Get ready to spice things up at our Chili Cook-Off! Whether you're a seasoned chef or just love a good bowl of chili, this is your chance to show off your cooking skills or simply enjoy tasting a variety of delicious recipes. Join us for a fun-filled event with friendly competition, prizes, and plenty of flavor.
Everyone is welcome to participate or sample the entries—come hungry and bring your best chili game!
- Cut off for entry is September 20th.
- Chili Tasters $15.00 gets you all the chili you can taste (while supplies last)
- Each lodge pays a $50.00 entry fee for up to 3 Chili cooks!
- Proceeds to benefit the Virginia Elks Youth Camp.
- 3 trophies to be awarded and bragging rights!
- Chili tasting kits provided with tasting cups and spoons.
Sign up by contacting Teri Linardich 757-831-4467 or email Vettema74@aol.com
Important Camp Forms and Documents for Campers and Parents
All (6) camp forms must be completed and submitted in one session. If not completed in one session, user will be required to start over from the first form.
Lodge Camp Directors Information
Virginia Elks Youth Camp Work Weekend May 15-17, 2026
Interested? Let us know as soon as possible so that we can plan to have needed supplies that we provide (such as paint, brushes). Each Lodge should bring what materials or equipment they might need.
VEYC 2026 LODGE WEEKS FOR CAMPERS
BOYS CAMP WEEKS
WEEK 1
July 5-July 11
Bedford-Lynchburg, Charlottesville, Fredericksburg, Hampton, Newport News, Norfolk,Onancock, Portsmouth-Chesapeake, Roanoke, Staunton, Suffolk, Virginia Beach, Waynesboro
WEEK 2
July 12-July 18
Alexandria, Arlington-Fairfax, Clifton Forge, Danville, Front Royal, Harrisonburg, Loudoun, Martinsville, Pulaski, Richmond, Winchester, Woodbridge
GIRLS CAMP WEEKS
WEEK 3
July 19-July 25
Bedford-Lynchburg, Charlottesville, Fredericksburg, Hampton, Newport News, Norfolk, Onancock, Portsmouth-Chesapeake, Roanoke, Staunton, Suffolk, Virginia Beach, Waynesboro
WEEK 4
July 26- August 1
Alexandria, Arlington-Fairfax, Clifton Forge, Danville, Front Royal, Harrisonburg, Loudoun, Martinsville, Pulaski, Richmond, Winchester, Woodbridge
The above schedule does not include the quotas. Quotas are based on membership as of April 1, 2026. For every 25 members (on April 1, 2026), or partial of 25, the Lodge sponsors 1 camper.
Example: Membership is 103=5 campers. The Lodge is responsible for paying $170 per camper even if no children attend the camp. This also coincides with the Andy Award criteria.
Please feel free to contact your VEYC Board member if you have any questions.
**Remember…those campers you send, have the opportunity to make memories of a lifetime…those who are not given the opportunity, do not have that opportunity!
Sincerely,
Gigi Jones
Trustee, PP, Camp Coordinator