Chanco on the James

Chanco on the James is a residential youth camp and retreat center supported by the Episcopal Diocese of Southern Virginia. Located in Surry County on 125 beautiful acres next to the James River, Chanco is available for retreats, meetings, family gatherings, or special events. Motel-style rooms or home-like lodges allow for large and small groups to gather, conduct business or join in faith services. For information about Chanco’s retreat and conference services, contact Stacey Richards at Chanco on the James at 1-888-724-2626 or hospitality@chanco.org. Learn more at chanco.org.

Gunn Center at Talbot Hall

Conference and overnight facilities on the beautiful Lafayette River in Norfolk’s secluded Talbot Park neighborhood.
600 Talbot Hall Road, Norfolk, VA 23505. For information and reservations call 757-423-8287.

Camp Chanco

Camp Chanco is Chanco on the James’ residential summer camp for boys and girls 8 -17 years old. Rustic cabins, outdoor pavilions, and new and exciting activities provide for summer experiences and friendships that last a lifetime. Swimming, sailing, canoeing, archery, nature studies, games, zip lines, ropes course and other attractions provide youth with an opportunity to learn, grow and have fun in the process. Summer out-trips sponsored by Chanco also allow older youth the opportunity to try rock-climbing, white-water rafting, horseback riding, surfing and lots more. Visit Chanco online at chanco.org.

Camp Wakonda

Since 1994, Camp Wakonda, a specialty camp supported by the Episcopal Diocese of Southern Virginia, has been dedicated to providing a camp experience at no charge to children infected or affected with HIV/AIDS. Camp Wakonda is the only camp of its type in the country offering kids a no-charge, camping opportunity supported entirely by volunteers. If you can support Camp Wakonda in any way (contribution, volunteer), please contact the Episcopal Diocese of Southern Virginia or Boyd Duncan at bduncan4@cox.net.

Churches Available for Retreats & Meetings

St. John's, Suffolk

If you are looking for a site to have a small group retreat or meeting near Southside, St. John’s is conveniently located near the City of Suffolk-Isle of Wight county line. St. John's offers an idyllic 7-acre facility with an historic colonial church and separate Parish House. St. John's is located just off Godwin Boulevard, 5 miles from Suffolk and 5 miles from Benn’s Church. Click here for more information.