On this episode of “Stories from the Point,” Camp Director Forrest sits down with 10th-grade campers Davis, Bernie, William, Walker, Andrew, Easton, Cooper, Bennett, Jacks, and Christian to reflect on their favorite camp memories, experiences, and stories as they wrap up their final summer as campers at Vesper Point.

Each parent or guardian gave permission for their student to be recorded for this episode. Here is a special note from Forrest to our students' parents:

Parents, thank you for allowing your sons to be a part of this podcast episode. We recorded it this morning and some of their reactions really caught me off guard. The conversations were very organic and raw with none of it being rehearsed. I asked each of them to share what camp has meant to them over the years and to share any memorable stories. Some of the boys got emotional when it was their turn to talk. I looked over and saw these big old tears well up in their eyes which caused me to barely make it myself. I am not sure if the audio will capture this, but I wanted you to know what was going on in real time. Thank you again.

– Forrest Walker

Stories from the Point is produced by First Presbyterian Church in Chattanooga, Tennessee

Our theme music was written and recorded by Dr. Brian Cosby and Aaron Little

Our sound and editing engineers are Caleb Woodall & Dylan Thomas.

Our host is Forrest Walker

For more information about First Presbyterian Church, visit our website: https://1stpresbyterian.com

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this episode of “Stories from the Point,” Camp Director Forrest Walker talks with nine members of the leadership team at camp. Lauren, William, Keira, Stewart, Ellen, Thomas, Harper, Lily, and Martha discuss how each of their roles provides essential support for counselors and staff to create an environment of experiential learning and spiritual and developmental growth.

Stories from the Point is produced by First Presbyterian Church in Chattanooga, Tennessee

Our theme music was written and recorded by Dr. Brian Cosby and Aaron Little

Our sound and editing engineers are Caleb Woodall & Dylan Thomas.

Our host is Forrest Walker

For more information about First Presbyterian Church, visit our website: https://1stpresbyterian.com

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Camp is in session! In this series, Camp Director Forrest Walker invites us to get to know a few of the summer staff members serving at Camp Vesper Point. Each with their own passions and gifts, Lousia, Kyle, Blythe, Amos, and Malik share their stories, how they made their way to camp, and what inspires them to serve our students.

Stories from the Point is produced by First Presbyterian Church in Chattanooga, Tennessee

Our theme music was written and recorded by Dr. Brian Cosby and Aaron Little

Our sound and editing engineers are Caleb Woodall & Dylan Thomas.

Our host is Forrest Walker

For more information about First Presbyterian Church, visit our website: https://1stpresbyterian.com

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, Camp Director Forrest Walker and his wife Alex Walker discuss how novel experiences at camp can build skills and encourage age-appropriate risk assessment.

Stories from the Point is produced by First Presbyterian Church in Chattanooga, Tennessee

Our theme music was written and recorded by Dr. Brian Cosby and Aaron Little

Our sound and editing engineers are Caleb Woodall & Dylan Thomas.

Our host is Forrest Walker

For more information about First Presbyterian Church, visit our website: https://1stpresbyterian.com

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, Camp Director Forrest Walker and Camp Administrator Sarah Estler prepare parents with a discussion on the essential items for prospective and returning campers to pack for camp. Sarah has faithfully served at Vesper Point for seven years and has been serving with our 1st Pres team for even longer, and her insight in this episode is invaluable to making a camper's experience even more impactful.

Stories from the Point is produced by First Presbyterian Church in Chattanooga, Tennessee

Our theme music was written and recorded by Dr. Brian Cosby and Aaron Little

Our sound and editing engineers are Caleb Woodall & Dylan Thomas.

Our host is Forrest Walker

For more information about First Presbyterian Church, visit our website: https://1stpresbyterian.com

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, Camp Director Forrest Walker and his wife Alex Walker continue the series, The Case for Camp, with a conversation around two topics: the benefit of a play-based childhood and how camp can be a safe place for students to take off their masks and be themselves. Tune in to our next episode for a conversation with Forrest Walker and Sarah Estler, our Camp Administrator, about the Top 10 items that a new or returning camper can bring for their next camp experience!

Stories from the Point is produced by First Presbyterian Church in Chattanooga, Tennessee

Our theme music was written and recorded by Dr. Brian Cosby and Aaron Little

Our sound and editing engineers are Caleb Woodall & Dylan Thomas.

Our host is Forrest Walker

For more information about First Presbyterian Church, visit our website: https://1stpresbyterian.com

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, Camp Director Forrest Walker and his wife Alex begin a new series, The Case for Camp. In this first episode of the series, Forrest and Alex take a look at the latest research as well as their experiences at the camp to explore the value of camp as a screen and technology-free environment. They reflect on how stepping away from constant distraction creates space for campers and staff to grow, not only in their relationships with the Lord, but also as capable, present, and engaged people.

Stories from the Point is produced by First Presbyterian Church in Chattanooga, Tennessee

Stories from the Point is produced by First Presbyterian Church in Chattanooga, Tennessee

Our theme music was written and recorded by Dr. Brian Cosby and Aaron Little

Our sound and editing engineers are Caleb Woodall & Dylan Thomas.

Our host is Forrest Walker

For more information about First Presbyterian Church, visit our website: https://1stpresbyterian.com

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, Camp Director Forrest Walker interviews past camp directors Mick and Michele Wilson about their time at the camp and the impact they made on camp as well as the impact that camp made on them.

Additional production and audio engineering by Delano Mattox.

Stories from the Point is produced by First Presbyterian Church in Chattanooga, Tennessee

Our theme music was written and recorded by Dr. Brian Cosby and Aaron Little

Our sound and editing engineers are Caleb Woodall & Dylan Thomas.

Our host is Forrest Walker

For more information about First Presbyterian Church, visit our website: https://1stpresbyterian.com

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.