Still feeling the inspiration of our younger congregation after Youth Sunday? We invite you to support their upcoming Appalachia Service Project trip this summer, where they will help repair and clean up a community affected by natural disaster and neighbors in need. You can donate to the trip by selecting the “Appalachian Service Trip (ASP)” Fund on MyNassau: nassauchurch.org/giving/give-now.
Trips
2025 Summer Camps and Trips
2025 Summer Camps
Vacation Bible School (VBS)
- Mon-Thu, June 30 – July 3, 9:00 am – 12:00 pm
- For age 3 through rising grade 6, join us for a morning full of crafts, music, Bible stories, and more!
Splash Camp
- Mon-Thu, June 30 – July 3 12:00 – 4:30 pm
- For rising grades 6 and up, enjoy afternoons filled with exciting water adventures like pool time, creek exploration, and a dip in the quarry.
Chancel Drama Week (CDW)
- Mon-Fri, August 10-15, 12:00-4:30 pm, Sunday, August 17, 9:00-11:00 am
- For rising grades 3-12, learn and stage a faith-based musical in one week! Perform in worship on Sunday, August 17. Everyone is cast. Friends are welcome!
Youth and Adult Volunteers we need your help to make each of these events successful.
VBS & CDW Contact Ingrid Ladendorf (email, x105)
Splash Camp Contact Mark Edwards (email, x108)
2025 Summer Trips
Schedule your forms and final payment appointment.
Appalachia Service Project (ASP)
- Sunday, July 6 – Saturday, July 12
- Age 15 and up
- Spaces are still available
Camino de Santiago
- Tuesday, July 15 – Thursday, July 31
- Age 15 and up
- This trip is FULL
Summer Trips 2023
Registration is OPEN!
Download the registration form:Summer 2023 (pdf)
- “Rising Grades” are as of September 2023
- Registration deadlines are listed for each trip
Taizé Community & Paris, France
Registration Deadline: December 1, 2022
July 19-31 (12 nights) | age 15+
Nassau returns to France to join the church universal for a week of community, prayer, song, and framping (French camping).
- Lodging: camping (Taizé) & hostel (Paris)
- Transportation: TGV & bus (to/from Taizé); Metro/cabs in Paris
- Cost: $850/pp (see flyer for more details)
Middle School Splash Camp
Registration Deadline: February 5, 2023
July 4-7 (Tue-Fri) | Rising 6th to 9th Grade
A cool bus full of kids, day trips to the best swim and splash spots, and a ton of sun ’n fun. It’ll be a summer week done right.
- Lodging: your home
- Location: Greater Princeton Area
- Transportation: Bus, pick-up/drop-off at Nassau Church
- Cost: $100/pp (bus, snacks), Bring Your Own Lunch
Appalachia Service Project
Registration Deadline: February 5, 2023
July 9-15 (Sun-Sat) | Rising 9th Grade and up
Home repair in central Appalachia has repeatedly opened our eyes, expanded our skills, helped others and done some work on us too. Come along as God does a little fixing on us all.
- Lodging: cots/air mattresses in school auditorium/gym
- Transportation: 15-passenger vans
- Cost: $450/pp (transportation, lodging & meals on site)
ASP 2022
Warmer. Safer. Drier.
Home repair in central Appalachia has repeatedly opened our eyes, expanded our skills, helped others and done some work on us too. Come along as God does a little fixing on us all.
Required Forms
Student |
Chaperone |
|---|---|
| Youth Deposit Form (pdf) due 1/30/22 | Chaperone Deposit Form (21+) (pdf) due 1/30/22 |
| Youth Permission Form (pdf) due 6/5/22 | Chaperone Permission Form (pdf) due 6/5/22 |
Also due on June 5 (Forms Day) from each participant:
- ASP Volunteer Form – Group 11515 (pdf)
- Copy (front & back) of your medical insurance card
- Final Payment
Questions about forms and due dates to Lauren Yeh.
Schedule and Packing List
- ASP Packing List (pdf)
- ASP Typical Summer Week (pdf)
ASP Online Volunteer Registration:
All the information you need to complete the online registration is on the ASP Volunteer Form.
- Go to: http://www.servicenetwork.com/reg/APPSERV/Join.asp
- Our Group Number is: 11515 (changes each year)
- ASP Online Registration Instructions (pdf)
ASP Covenant Text:
Each participant will sign the same document on or before June 5, 2022.
As a Volunteer with Appalachia Service Project, I agree:
- To familiarize myself with and abide by ASP’s Expectations, Rules and Regulations, Anti-Harassment Policy, and dress code. Required Reading (pdf)
- To work safely and report to the staff any behavior or situation that I deem unsafe.
- To be open-minded and work to build meaningful relationships with the homeowners I serve, and interact appropriately with community members and other groups at my center.
- To utilize resources in a stewardly fashion.
- To maintain a clean facility by completing the chores assigned to my group.
As an Adult Group Leader, I further agree:
- To be responsible for the whereabouts and well-being of my youth volunteers and to help enforce the expectations and rules set by ASP and the Staff, including quiet time and lights out.
- To ensure that all volunteers are present for Morning Devotions, Evening Gatherings, and all other scheduled events.
- To work with the Staff to complete the project specifically designated to my group.
- To communicate promptly and respectfully any concerns or praises I have about our volunteer experience.
Sunday, May 15 – Organizational Meeting
On Sunday, May 15, we will meet at 10:20 a.m. for a brief organizational meeting in Niles Chapel. Gather with your work team, learn about the project you’ll be working on, talk about what to pack, what to expect – get to know the other members of this year’s ASP Trip!
If you cannot make this meeting, please contact Mark Edwards (, 609-933-7599).
Splash Camp 2022
Cool kids on a ’chool bus hitting up the coolest splash spots in NJ and PA.
When: Tuesday-Friday, July 5-8, 9am – 3:30pm
Drop-off/Pick-up: Nassau Church, except on Pool Party day.
Last year’s schedule:
- Day 1: NJ Shore
- Day 2: Tohickon Creek, Bucks Cty, PA
- Day 3: Tube the Delaware
- Day 4: Backyard Pool Party
Weather: We will do our best to accommodate light rain and fluctuating weather. However, as indoor activities are not an alternative, in the event of severe storms a day’s events may have to be curtailed or canceled.
Parents: Want to drive yourself or tag along one day? You are welcome.
Questions about the Camp to Mark Edwards.
Required Forms
Student |
Chaperone |
|---|---|
| Youth Deposit Form (pdf) due 1/30/22 | Chaperone Deposit Form (21+) (pdf) due 1/30/22 |
| Information, Release and Waiver – Youth (Splash)(pdf) due 6/5/22 | Information, Release and Waiver – Adults 21+ (Splash) (pdf) due 6/5/22 |
Also due on June 5 (Forms Day) from each participant:
- Copy (front & back) of your medical insurance card
- Final Payment
Questions about forms and due dates to Lauren Yeh.
Schedule and Packing List
Will be distributed to registered families and posted here in early June 2022.
Beyond Malibu 2020 – Required Forms
Beyond Malibu – Mountain Trips
Thursday, July 23 – Saturday, August 2, 2020
Due at registration:
- 2020 Summer Trip deposit form (pdf)
- Deposit: $375.00 mountain trips; $175.00 base camp trip
- checks made out to Nassau Presbyterian Church
- cash payments, please bring exact amount and contact Lauren Yeh to arrange a date & time
PLEASE READ – Full packet of information and forms from Beyond Malibu/Young Life: Beyond Malibu Hiking Participant’s Guide (pdf)
Due on or before Sunday, March 29, 2020:
Adults (19+ at time of travel):
- NPC Release and Waiver – Adults (pdf) (Notarized)
- Health Form including Cover Letter to Physician (pdf) signed by participant AND physician
- Copy of the Picture/Signature pages of your Passport – expiration date February 2, 2022 or later
- Final Payment: $375.00 mountain trips; $175.00 base camp trip
- checks made out to Nassau Presbyterian Church
- cash payments, please bring exact amount
Teens (18 and under at time of travel):
- NPC Release and Waiver – Teens (pdf) (Notarized)
- Health Form including Cover Letter to Physician (pdf) signed by a parent AND physician
- Border Crossing Consent Form (pdf) – signed by a parent
- Copy of the Picture/Signature pages of your Passport – expiration date February 2, 2022 or later
- Final Payment: $375.00 mountain trips; $175.00 base camp trip
- checks made out to Nassau Presbyterian Church
- cash payments, please bring exact amount
Participants who are 18 or over at the time of signing must be present, with photo i.d., to sign their own form. Please wait to sign any form that needs to be notarized until you are in the presence of a notary.
On March 29, between services (10:15-11:00 a.m.) and at 12:00 pm, we will hold a “Forms Fair” in Niles Chapel. We will have people available there to notarize documents as well as make copies of insurance cards, and collect final payments. If you cannot make this date, please contact Lauren Yeh to schedule another time to turn in your documents and payment.
Due on or before Friday, June 12, 2020:
- Flight details, including flight confirmation code
- Alternative drop-off/pick-up details if you/your child are not traveling with the group
NorthBay 2020 – Required Forms
NorthBay Adventure Camp
Thursday, July 2 – Monday, July 6, 2020
Due at registration:
- 2020 Summer Trip deposit form (pdf)
- Deposit $225.00
- checks made out to Nassau Presbyterian Church
- cash payments, please bring exact amount and contact Lauren Yeh to arrange a date & time
Due on or before Sunday, March 29, 2020:
- NPC Release and Waiver – Adults (pdf) 18+ (Notarized)
OR
- NPC Release and Waiver – Youth (pdf) (Notarized)
PLUS:
- Camping_Health_Consent_and_Release_Form_NorthBay (pdf), requires multiple signatures from a parents and immunization information from your doctor. NorthBay does NOT require a doctor’s signature.
- Final Payment $225.00
- checks made out to Nassau Presbyterian Church
- cash payments, please bring exact amount
Participants who are 18 or over at the time of signing must be present, with photo i.d., to sign their own form. Please wait to sign any form that needs to be notarized until you are in the presence of a notary.
On March 29, between services (10:15-11:00 a.m.) and at 12:00 pm, we will hold a “Forms Fair” in Niles Chapel. We will have people available there to notarize documents as well as make copies of insurance cards, and collect final payments. If you cannot make this date, please contact Lauren Yeh to schedule another time to turn in your documents and payment.
ASP 2020 – Required Forms
Appalachia Service Project (ASP)
Sunday, July 12 – Saturday, July 18, 2020
Due at registration:
- 2020 Summer Trip deposit form (pdf)
- Deposit $200.00
- checks made out to Nassau Presbyterian Church
- cash payments, please bring exact amount and contact Lauren Yeh to arrange a date & time
Due on or before Sunday, March 29, 2020:
- NPC Release and Waiver – Adults (pdf) 18+ (Notarized)
OR
- NPC Release and Wavier – Teens (pdf) (Notarized)
PLUS all of these:
- ASP Registration – Group 8794 (pdf), including a copy of the front and back of each participant’s insurance card (Notarized)
- Use this information to register with ASP online: ASP Online Registration Instructions (pdf)
- Read the following ASP documents:
- ASP 3 S’s: Sensitivity, Safety, and Stewardship
- ASP Expectations
- ASP Safety Manual
- Each ASP Participant (Teen and Adult) must sign the ASP Mission Covenant indicating that you have read the above documents and agree to abide by all ASP rules. This document will be available at the “Forms Fair” on March 29.
- Final Payment $200.00
- checks made out to Nassau Presbyterian Church
- cash payments, please bring exact amount
Participants who are 18 or over at the time of signing must be present, with photo i.d., to sign their own form. Please wait to sign any form that needs to be notarized until you are in the presence of a notary.
On March 29, between services (10:15-11:00 a.m.) and at 12:00 pm, we will hold a “Forms Fair” in Niles Chapel. We will have people available there to notarize documents as well as make copies of insurance cards, and collect final payments. If you cannot make this date, please contact Lauren Yeh to schedule another time to turn in your documents and payment.
Opportunities with Partner Congregations – June 2019
Museum of the Bible – Saturday, June 29
Witherspoon Street Presbyterian Church would like to invite members of Nassau to join us on a trip to the Museum of the Bible in Washington DC on Saturday, June 29. The cost per person to cover the trip (bus and museum tickets included) is $90 per person.
We will leave at 7:00 am from Princeton in the parking lot for the Billie Johnson Mountain Lakes Nature Preserve off of Mountain Avenue between Route 206 and Bayard Lane, returning to the same location at 9:00 pm.
The Museum includes artifacts, short films, panoramas, technology-enhanced exhibits, and a biblically themed restaurant (foodies should definitely check it out!). It tells the story of how the Bible came to us, illustrates the culture, and of special interest is a current exhibit called “The Slave Bible: Let the Story Be Told.”
Please make your reservation for this trip ASAP as seats are filling up. To reserve your spot, contact Audi Peal (908-938-9573, . Checks should be made payable to “Witherspoon Street Presbyterian Church” with “Museum of the Bible” on the memo line, and mailed on or before Wednesday, June 19, to:
Witherspoon Street Presbyterian Church
124 Witherspoon Street
Princeton NJ 08542
Bethany Community Garden Party – Saturday, June 29
You are invited to the 7th annual Bethany Community Garden Party, on Saturday, June 29, from 2:00 – 6:00 pm at 426 Hamilton Avenue, Trenton. The Garden Party celebration will include honoring Westminster partners an open mic, spoken word, drumming, and dancing from 4:00–5:00 PM. Light refreshments will be provided by ArmInArm and The Bonner Foundation.
Designed by David Byers, the Bethany Community Garden is a project of the Bethany House of Hospitality, and the produce goes to their residents and neighbors and also to clients of ArmInArm.
Contact Karen Hernández-Granzen ()
Cloisters Museum Trip, Sat. June 15, 2019
Bus Trip to the Cloisters Museum with Karlfried Froehlich
Saturday, June 15
8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
On Saturday June 15, Karlfried Froehlich will lead a tour of highlights of The Cloisters Museum, located in Upper Manhattan. A chartered bus will leave from Princeton Shopping Center – where you may park and pick up something for breakfast on the bus.
After the tour, we will head to a restaurant for lunch. A prix fixe menu from which to choose will be available in early June. Limited spaces are available. To reserve yours contact Lauren Yeh (, 609-924-0103 x106) in the church office by Wednesday, May 29. Payment will be due by Wednesday, June 5.
Fees, per person:
- Chartered Bus: $45.00
- Museum Entrance:
- Adult $20.00
- Senior $17.00
- Student (with ID) $14.00
- Metropolitan Museum of Art Members – Free
(with your membership card)
- Lunch: to be determined