"Glisson, you guys have changed so many lives and people. Especially mine. You guys have always been my home and I know God is working with everything you come in contact with. Keep up the good will and Party On."

- Ben, 2011 Village camper

Staff Training & Testing



Glisson Staff on Alpine Tower

Staff Training Information


For certain Summer Staff positions, additional training is required.  If needed, these trainings are outlined in your staff contract.  If your position does not require these trainings, but you are interested in becoming certified in these areas, email the Program Team or call the front office (706-864-6181).

Summer Training Dates


Staff Training  (Arrival Time 4:00pm)
  • Summer Leadership Team:   May 14, 2012
  • All Outpost Counselors:         May __, 2012
  • All Spwd Counselors:             May 16, 2012 
  • All Village Counselors:           May 18, 2012

Crew Training and Dates of Service:

Lifeguard Training:
     Crew are expected to seek out and complete lifeguard training before arriving at Glisson

Challenge Course Training: 
     To be determined

Dates of Service:
     Session 1: To be determined
     Session 2: To be determined  

Glisson Lifeguards


Crew Lifeguards: 

All Crew, even returning Crew from the year before, must have an up to date American Red Cross lifeguard certification. All Crew are expected to seek out and complete (on their own initiative) a certification course prior to arrival at Glisson.


 

690 Camp Glisson Road, Dahlonega, Georgia 30533 - 706 864-6181 A Ministry of the North Georgia Conference, United Methodist Church