Couch to Camp

Let’s Be “Present on Purpose” This Summer!

This 11-week countdown will share all the important details you need to be ready for All-Staff-Orientation on May 29th, 2026. The goal is for you to go from “couch to camp,” getting you familiar with camp even if you’re brand new to Falling Creek. Each week will have a theme, resources, and tips to set you up for success this summer!

These resources will be shared on our social platforms including Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, LinkedIn, YouTube, and staff blog, as well as sent to your email inbox each week.

If you miss a post or want to see all the links in one place, we’ll be updating this page weekly to keep all the “Couch to Camp” details in a convenient location!

1 Week To Go

Final Guidance

It’s the final week of the “Couch to Camp” countdown for summer staff! Hard to believe that Staff Orientation is just around the corner, on Friday, May 30th 🎉

To help as you make your final preparations and finish packing, we’ve compiled a list of “10 Things to Remember Before Staff Orientation”.

If you have any questions, don’t hesitate to See you here on the mountain soon!

2 Weeks To Go

Orientation Prep

It’s hard to believe that 2025 Staff Orientation is just two weeks away! When you arrive at camp it will be a whirlwind of meeting people, getting familiar with camp property, soaking up informational sessions, and preparing for activity teaching. To help you get ready, we’ve put together a list of tips for your first week at camp.

How can you make the most of Staff Orientation? Check out this blog.

Next week, join Zach on Wednesday, May 21st from 4-5pm EST as he hosts the final Live Staff “Q&A” on our Discord Server!

3 Weeks To Go

Summer Wellness

How can you prioritize your wellness while working as a camp counselor?

This blog outlines some self-care tips to help you this summer!
For more, you can see this social media post with summer wellness tips on our LinkedIn or Instagram.

4 Weeks To Go

Travel & Transportation

This week is all about how to get to Falling Creek. Below you’ll find a video that shows the step by step driving instructions for Staff Orientation arrival.

Prefer written instructions, or are flying instead? Read this blog post, which shares the GPS address (different from our mailing/shipping addresses!), driving directions, instructions for flying, and other tips to make your arrival as smooth as possible.

Driving Directions

Use 2900 Green River Road Zirconia, North Carolina 28790 as the address for your GPS if you’re driving to camp. Don’t forget to add an extra 10 minutes to whatever the GPS predicts for your arrival time - our driveway is long!

This video will show you exactly what to expect as you drive up Falling Creek’s driveway and where to park for Staff Orientation.

The orienteering challenge is part of the "Journey" that campers go on when attempting to earn "Keeper of the Flame."

5 Weeks To Go

Tradition & Culture

This week is all about the “tradition and culture” of Falling Creek. Below you’ll find a video that explains 5 of the unique events we have each summer at camp.

Falling Creek’s culture is shaped by the FCC Code, a set of values that guide the actions of everyone in the camp community. We strive to live with Warrior Spirit, Servant’s Heart, Moral Compass, and Positive Attitude. You can read about camp alumni who “Live by the Code” in this blog series.

You can learn more about Falling Creek’s traditions and history here on our website, which includes videos about Candlelight Campfire and how FCC started, explanations of daily events like Evening Embers and Morning Assembly, and even a dictionary of Camp Lingo.

Traditions at Falling Creek

First time at camp this summer and new to Falling Creek’s traditions? Today, Director of Camper Development, Mike Nuckles, is explaining 5 events/traditions we have here at camp, when they happen, and why they matter within the camp community. Check out the video on our YouTube channel here.

6 Weeks To Go

Forms & Training

This week is all about forms! Summer is just around the corner, which means the due date for staff forms (May 1st) is also rapidly approaching. To help you with the what, where, why, and how to fill out these forms, this blog can act as your cheat sheet to getting your organized and “adventure ready” before Staff Orientation starts.

Just looking for the links?

CampinTouch is where to find your Physicians Form, Online Health Form, and staff bio questions for the Meet Our Staff page on our site.
WorkBright is where you’ll fill out your tax form, travel form, direct deposit form, and upload any applicable certifications.
Expert Online Training is where you’ll find the mandatory pre-orientation training videos.

Staff Raffle Opportunity

Join the Fun on Discord & Win Some FCC Swag! Have you jumped into our Falling Creek Camp Discord recently? Whether you’re already in or still need to join, now’s the perfect time!

Head over to the #general-chat channel and drop a quick screenshot showing that you’ve logged into CampMinder, WorkBright, or Expert Online Training — at least one of the three to show you’ve started checking out those pre-camp forms and trainings.

Everyone who posts a screenshot will be entered into a raffle for some awesome FCC swag!

Deadline to enter: Monday, April 21st at 5pm EST.

7 Weeks To Go

Communication & Connection

This week we have tips for staying in touch with family while at Falling Creek. How can you manage to stay present at camp, while still staying connected to the people you care about back home?

This blog shares tips from some veteran camp staff, who have personal experience with staying connected despite busy schedules and time zone differences.

Below you’ll find our mailing and shipping addresses (they’re different!) as well as our contact information and links to camp’s social media accounts.

Telephone

(828) 692-0262

Office Email

Fax

(828) 696-1616

Our Online Store

Mailing Address

P.O. Box 98
Tuxedo, North Carolina
28784

Shipping Address

816 Falling Creek Camp Rd.
Zirconia, North Carolina
28790

GPS Address

Only for entrance directions, not our physical office address.

2900 Green River Road
Zirconia, North Carolina
28790

You can also find directions to get to Falling Creek and learn more about travel to and from the camp.

Connect with Us

Follow Falling Creek Camp’s social media accounts.

Facebook

Instagram

TikTok

8 Weeks To Go

Gearing Up/Adventure Ready

This week is all about camp gear and getting “adventure ready” for this summer.

Check out the “What’s In My Backpack” video below
You can get the Cabin Overnight packing list here.
For more packing lists, check out the “What to Bring To Camp” section of our main website.
Want more details on what a Cabin Overnight is? Watch this video.

What’s In My Backpack?

Staff, not sure what to expect on your first Cabin Overnight, or overwhelmed by what to pack? Outdoor Adventure Director, Will Wilson, shares all the tips so you can be “adventure ready” in this video!.

Read about how our alumni "live by the code" on our blog this week!

9 Weeks To Go

Expectations

This week is all about expectations for life at camp!

Learn the Falling Creek Code, the four values that provide the framework for how we live and interact with each other at camp.
See those values in action with an alumnus who “lives by the Code.” Read our alumni spotlight on Adrian Barnes here.
Read through the expectations we have for everyone in the camp community, including our Bullying and Harassment Policy, Social Media Policy, and statement on inclusion.
Finally, check out the daily bell schedule below, or download it here to see what the structure of each day will be at camp.

Don’t forget about the next All-Staff-Call, coming up in one month! Join us for that call on April 24th.

Coin Toss Series

Camp Expectations

Continuing our video series, Hannah flipped the coin to Harrison Keys, who will talk about his favorite aspects of the FCC Code.

10 Weeks To Go

Location & Tour

This week is all about the location of camp!

First-time camp counselor and wondering what there is to do around Falling Creek during your time off? Or maybe you’re returning but want some ideas for new places to go this summer. We made a time off guide for you!

Check out the blog: The Camp Counselor’s Day Off Guide to explore food recommendations, outdoor recreation options, attractions, and activities in Flat Rock, Hendersonville, Asheville, and Greenville.
Tour your summer home: see the video below or watch the cabin tour with Zach on our YouTube channel.
Watch Hannah’s coin toss video about places to visit (shown below).

Home Sweet Home

Wonder where you’ll live while working at camp? Zach is here to give you a cabin tour! Welcome to your summer home 😄

Coin Toss Series

Location & Tour

Continuing our video series, Jeff flipped the coin to Hannah Frazier, who will talk about some of her favorite places to go in the area. Hannah is Assistant Line Head for the Samara staff, and will be teaching climbing wall and arts & crafts.

Don't forget to join this Q&A Session on March 10th!

11 Weeks To Go

Introductions

This week we’re introducing the “Couch to Camp” countdown: 11 weeks of content to help prepare you for staff orientation and the 2026 summer. We invite you to join us in being “Present on Purpose” at camp!

Here you can find links to:

Our Virtual Milk & Cookies Staff Q&A session on Tuesday, March 10th from 3-4pm EST
Camp Lingo, a mini Falling Creek dictionary explaining the terms and phrases you’ll hear around camp.
The video introduction of the FCC Full Time Team (shown below)
Jeff’s introduction to the “Couch to Camp coin toss” video series (shown below)
Fun Facts about Falling Creek (pictured below)

Meet The Team!

This week is all about introductions! Meet the Falling Creek year-round team, learn their roles, and their favorite parts about camp.

Coin Toss Series

In this video, Jeff introduces a series which will include videos from returning staff, each speaking on a weekly topic from their own experience and perspective. Throughout the videos, staff members will be flipping a challenge coin to one another.

We hope this will be a fun way to get connected and informed ahead of the summer!