Camp Stories

A collection of stories highlighting individuals and groups who have contributed to Camp Valaqua over the years.

Sep 11th, 2024

When Camp is Home

Are we allowed to be a little envious of the Olfert Wiens family? Perhaps. We may be a little envious of them and are certainly very grateful for them.

Come Visit Ing's Garden

Come visit Ing's Garden. A slide show tribute to a dream that became a reality.

Aug 9th, 2023

Jeff Schellenberg: Here, There, and Everywhere

Most of us who are at all connected with Camp Valaqua know, or at least have met, Jeff Schellenberg. Jeff has been a constant, a familiar figure at Camp Valaqua as he has been the manager since 1996. However, he’s hard to get a photo of as he is here, there, and everywhere.

Food, Glorious Food

Jul 5th, 2023

Food, Glorious Food

Thank you to those who have kept staff and campers well fed throughout the years! And to those who continue to do so.

The Greatest Laugh

Nov 24th, 2021

The Greatest Laugh

Camp Valaqua, sacred space to many in Mennonite Church Alberta, gives birth to stories, stories which pass down through generations.

Enjoy this story from George Heidebrecht.

An “A-peeling” Camp Valaqua Volunteer

Aug 18th, 2021

An “A-peeling” Camp Valaqua Volunteer

“I’m a-peeling cucumbers, carrots, and potatoes.” Rudy Wiens

Jun 22nd, 2021

Ron Janzen: An integral part of the Camp Valaqua community

Ron Janzen, of Springridge Mennonite, Pincher Creek, has been fundraising for the Camp Valaqua Hike-a-thon for over 20 years, often bringing in the most donations. And yet, fundraising is only one part of his contribution to life at Camp Valaqua.