Hickory Cove Bible Camp

“Doug cottrell lydia cottrell board member board member family”

“Upon completion of the organization's form 990, the return is presented to the governing body. The governing body reviews the tax return and is free to ask any questions or engage in discussion regarding any topic covered in the return. Once the governing body has reviewed and approved the form 990, the return is filed with the internal revenue service.”

“The board asks members at its annual meeting to declare conflicts of interest. At subsequent board meetings that contain items of potential conflict, members are asked again to declare conflicts of interest at that time.”

“The compensation of the executive director is determined based on merit, organizational performance, and comparability data from similar organizations. The process is conducted by individuals without conflicts of interest and follows a documented review of the executive directors qualifications, performance, and responsibilities. All decisions are recorded in writing.”

“The compensation of other officers and key employees is determined based on merit, organizational performance, and comparability data from similar organizations. The process is conducted by individuals without conflicts of interest and follows a documented review of the executive directors qualifications, performance, and responsibilities. All decisions are recorded in writing.”

“The organization makes its governing documents available to the public upon request.”

“Line 1e: government grants the amount reported on line 1e relates to the employee retention credit payments received by the organization.”

“The organization offers a number of camp programs throughout the year. Summer camp hickory cove operates week-long overnight summer camps for rising 2nd through 9th graders, with separate boys, girls, and co-ed sessions hosted on lake hickory in the foothills of north carolina's brushy mountains. This christ centered experience emphasizes spiritual formation, character development, and joyful fellowship. Campers engage in daily worship, bible teaching, and guided mentorship, all alongside exciting outdoor activities such as tubing, paintball, archery, and zip lining. By combining adventure with faith-based programming, hickory cove creates a nurturing environment that empowers youth to grow in their relationship with god and community. Family camp hickory cove's family camp programs are designed to equip and encourage parents in their biblical role of leading their children to follow jesus. These retreats provide intentional time for families to step away from daily routines and focus on spiritual growth and togetherness. Programming includes christ-centered teaching, worship, and engaging family activities that strengthen both faith and relationships. In addition to traditional weekend retreats, hickory cove offers specialized events such as mother- daughter day, which fosters meaningful connection between moms and daughters through shared experiences, and lumberjack weekend, which is tailored for fathers and sons to build lasting bonds while growing in godly leadership. Set in a scenic and peaceful environment, the family camp experience helps parents gain tools and encouragement to disciple their children with clarity, purpose, and faith. Teen leadership program for older youth, hickory cove offers a teen leadership program designed for teens ages 14-17. This hands on experience invites participants to gain firsthand insight into summer camp operations while growing in servant leadership. Teens learn to model jesus like servant heartedness, to value putting others before themselves, and to serve in meaningful ways. Additionally, this program equips teens with constructive, resume building experiences-helping them develop responsibility, teamwork, and leadership qualities. Through service and practical learning, teen leadership participants are encouraged to step into maturity as reflective, capable leaders prepared to serve in christian community. Approximately 250 campers were served during the year.”

“Hickory cove serves as a year-round retreat destination for youth groups, childrens ministries, adult ministries, and schools. Situated on 112 scenic acres along lake hickory, the camp offers a peaceful and versatile setting for spiritual renewal, team building, and community engagement. Groups can enjoy a variety of outdoor activities including tubing, boating, canoeing, swimming, archery, paintball, and more. With facilities capable of sleeping up to 120 guests and located within convenient driving distance of both asheville and charlotte, hickory cove provides an ideal environment for churches and organizations seeking purposeful retreat experiences rooted in christian values. Approximately 3,500 people were served during the year.”