Van Staff Info
Pray for the safety of our campers, guests and staff this summer!
Pray that our campers, guests and staff have the greatest and most fun summer of their lives!
Pray that our campers and guests would come to salvation in Christ and grow in maturity in Christ.
Prepare your heart for camp through prayer, time in the Word, and living in community.
Just like Paul and Timothy’s relationship in the Bible, we challenge you to find one camper or staff member that you are going to invest in. Not for a week, not for a year, but a lifelong relationship. Be praying for this person!
You will become a part of the parade of saints that have come through the gates of Sky Ranch to serve, to love, and to share the Gospel.
Bible Study Outline:
Counselors will receive the curriculum during staff training and will have time to study and know it. Regardless of your position, it’s great to know what our campers will be learning so you can pray for them and tie it into your job! Tune back in Spring 2026 when we release the Bible Study outline for the summer!
Pre-Camp Checklist:
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Follow @2026skyranchstaff AND @skyranchstaff on Instagram | KLamm@SkyRanch.org | ||
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Confirm your 2 references have been submitted through your account | HRDept@SkyRanch.org | ||
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Triple check your arrival date and time | GVonOven@SkyRanch.org | ||
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Complete Employment Forms through your account by May 5th | HRDept@SkyRanch.org | ||
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Complete Ministry Safe (link will be sent by April 15) | HRDept@SkyRanch.org | ||
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Bring your Health Insurance Card to Staff Training (if applicable) | JenW@SkyRanch.org | ||
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Please complete the online portion of the American Red Cross CPR and First Aid Training if you are a Senior Counselor, Senior Assistant Counselor, Health Care Assistant, A-Team, or a Wrangler. The link will be emailed in April | JasonW@SkyRanch.org | ||
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Bring your original, unexpired I-9 identification(s) to Staff Training. See FAQs for more info | HRDept@SkyRanch.org | ||
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Pack a two-week bag for Staff Training (Follow Staff Training Packing Guidelines in Packing List section below) | WestonS@SkyRanch.org |
For more information on how to access your Employment Forms, click the button below!
Note: Employment Forms will be available to complete beginning February 1.
Employment Forms
Before you arrive at Staff Training, you will need to complete your Employment Forms!
- Please go to this link and log in to your HR Dashboard with your username and password: https://register.skyranch.org/HR/
- Once you log in, click on the “Employment Forms” tab. Fill out each of the required steps until you see all green checkmarks.
- Once all of the steps have been completed, the last step will be to “Review Onboarding” and then submit your forms!
- NOTE: Please make sure you have your correct social security number and banking information for this section.
- If you are under 18: some of the steps will ask you to download forms, obtain parent signatures, and upload the signed copy.
- Please contact HRDept@SkyRanch.org with any questions about Employment Forms.
References
All applicants are required to have at least TWO completed references!
- To see if your references have been completed, please log into your HR Dashboard at https://register.skyranch.org/HR/ and then click on the References tab.
- You may need to resend the reference form and contact your reference to ask them to complete it. You can also add references to send as well.
- NOTE: If your references are having trouble completing the form, please ask them to reach out to us at HRDept@SkyRanch.org
Packing List
Tip: Label your belongings.
Words of Advice on Costly Items:
We recommend leaving valuables at home, as Sky Ranch is not liable for any of your personal property and will not be able to replace it if it is broken or stolen.
Cell Phones & Smart Watches:
Cell phones and smart watches may ONLY be used during your designated off time and in designated areas. Cell phones are not allowed to be in use, on your person, or stored in undesignated areas. Make sure to inform your family and friends that you will have less access to your phone than normal. However, they can always reach you through Sky Ranch’s main phone line for emergencies.
Main Phone Line: 800.962.2267
Night Events:
You will find out which night events you will be working during staff training! You will have time during Staff Training to buy anything specific if you want, but if you have any fun costumes or things you should go ahead and bring them!
Examples include: Hawaiian shirts, sports jerseys, camouflage gear, wigs, fun costumes, and more!
Packing for Staff Training:
First Half and Full Summer Staff:
Please pack a one-week bag that has clothes, toiletries, and bedding. You’ll be staying in a different cabin at the beginning of training before you move into your summer housing. If you sign up for laundry service ($11.50/week), it begins during the second week of training, or you will be able to do laundry off camp on the Saturday before camp. You will not need your costumes/skit clothes for staff training and can keep them in your car! Please bring a nice outfit for Alpha Night (a casual, modest dress for girls and a nice button-up for guys are typical outfits worn).
Second Half Staff:
You will need to pack a two-week bag for staff training with clothes, toiletries, and bedding. Please bring your Saturday/Sunday uniform. You will not need your costumes/skit clothes for staff training and can keep them in your car! Please bring a nice outfit for Alpha Night (a casual, modest dress for girls and a nice button-up for guys are typical outfits worn).
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Texas High School Staff Training Arrival
Please note: We ask that you not arrive earlier than the date and time listed, as preparations for your arrival will be ongoing.
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High School Lifeguards |
Josh Mans |
Sunday, May 17 @ 9 am |
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High School Maintenance |
Trey Holloway |
Sunday, May 17 @ 9 am |
Texas College Staff Training Arrival
Please note: We ask that you not arrive earlier than the date and time listed, as preparations for your arrival will be ongoing.
Important info for Second Half Staff!!!
Staff Training for Second Half Staff ends on Sunday, May 25th, at 5 pm, after our first group of camper arrivals.
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Activities Team Manager |
Josh Mans |
Sunday, May 10 @ 2 pm |
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Activities Team Black Box |
Josh Mans |
Sunday, May 10 @ 2 pm |
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Activities Team COR |
Josh Mans |
Sunday, May 10 @ 2 pm |
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Media Team COR |
Michael Hanson |
Sunday, May 10 @ 4 pm |
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Summer Camp Managers |
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Sunday, May 10 @ 4 pm |
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Summer Camp Black Box |
Caitlin Steves |
Sunday, May 10 @ 4 pm |
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Summer Camp COR |
Weston Salanty |
Sunday, May 10 @ 4 pm |
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Activities Team |
Josh Mans |
Sunday, May 10 @ 4 pm |
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Operations Team COR |
Marthe Durosier |
Sunday, May 10 @ 4 pm |
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Health Care Team |
Jen Watters |
Sunday, May 10 @ 4 pm |
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Guest Services COR |
Becca Rund |
Sunday, May 10 @ 4 pm |
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Media Team |
Michael Hanson |
Sunday, May 10 @ 4 pm |
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Retail COR |
Elena Cody ECody@SkyRanch.org |
Sunday, May 10 @ 4 pm |
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Retail Team |
Elena Cody ECody@SkyRanch.org |
Tuesday, May 12 @ 4 pm |
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Van Senior Counselors |
Gabe Von Oven |
Tuesday, May 12 @ 4 pm |
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Van Senior Assistant Counselors |
Weston Salanty |
Tuesday, May 12 @ 4 pm |
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Wranglers |
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Tuesday, May 12 @ 4 pm |
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Operations Team |
Marthe Durosier |
Tuesday, May 12 @ 4 pm |
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Maintenance Team |
Trey Holloway |
Tuesday, May 12 @ 4 pm |
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Guest Services Team |
Becca Rund |
Tuesday, May 12 @ 4 pm |
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Van Assistant Counselors |
Kylie Lamm |
Wednesday, May 13 @ 4 pm |
Sky Ranch Van Address:
24657 CR 448
Van, TX 75790
Employment Forms
Note: Employment Forms will be available to complete beginning February 1.
Before you arrive at Staff Training, you will need to complete your Employment Forms!
- Please go to this link and login to your HR Dashboard with your username and password: https://register.skyranch.org/HR/
- Once you log in, click on the “Employment Forms” tab. Fill out each of the required steps until you see all green checkmarks.
- Once all of the steps have been completed, the last step will be to “Review Onboarding” and then submit your forms!
- NOTE: Please make sure you have your correct social security number and banking information for this section.
Please contact HRDept@SkyRanch.org with any questions about Employment Forms.
References
All applicants are required to have at least TWO completed references!
- To see if your references have been completed, please log into your HR Dashboard at https://register.skyranch.org/HR/ and then click on the References tab.
- You may need to resend the reference form and contact your reference to ask them to complete it. You can also add references to send as well.
- NOTE: If your references are having trouble completing the form, please ask them to reach out us at HRDept@SkyRanch.org
All Full Summer Staff will be given one week of paid vacation! Your week off begins on Sunday at 5:00 pm and you are expected to return the following week on Sunday by 11:30 am. All vacations will be scheduled by your manager!
If you are an Overnight Counselor (ex: Assistant, Senior Assistant, Senior), you will find out your cabin, the age group you will be working with, and who your co-counselors will be on Cabin Revelation day during Staff Training! If you are support staff (ex: Retail Team, Media Team, Activities Team, etc.), you will work alongside and interact with all ages of kids throughout the summer!
It is not required! Most summer staff will have a car at camp, so if you don't bring one, you’ll be able to catch rides! During camp you’ll park in a designated staff parking lot. Sky Ranch is not responsible for any damage done to your vehicle while on Sky Ranch property.
While employed with Sky Ranch, we ask you to follow these guidelines to best serve our guests this summer. If you have any questions, please consult a member of the Summer Camp Team (change to Your Manager or someone from the Summer Ministries Team). A few examples include:
- Tattoos: Must be covered.
- Piercings: Two per ear permitted (female staff only. Transparent, flat nose spaces permitted.
- Males must be cleanly shaven, or if you have a beard, there must be a distinct line.
- No extreme hair colors, tinting, or styles.
At Sky Ranch in Van, TX we do not have washers/dryers available for staff use. There are laundry facilities available in the nearby towns. Housekeeping does offer a weekly laundry service for a minimal fee ($11.50) taken out of your paycheck. You may sign up during staff training if interested.
In order to work at Sky Ranch, you will need to bring your original, unexpired I-9 documents to Staff Training (copies will not be accepted). Please review this list to see acceptable documents. Contact Human Resources at HRDept@SkyRanch.org with any questions.
You will be paid every two weeks on Friday.
Your summer salary includes compensation for training time and will be paid based on the dates worked (including required training). Through your Employment Forms online you can enroll in direct deposit. If you do not have a bank account for direct deposit, you will receive a pay card that works like a debit card. No printed checks will be provided.
Sky Ranch will provide staff members needing medications with a private locker in the Health Center. You will use this to secure all medications (including vitamins) and only you will have access to your locker. All staff must utilize a locker for medications. You may only keep rescue inhalers and EpiPens with you during camp.
Your Name and Position or Cabin Number
Sky Ranch
24657 CR 448
Van, TX 75790
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- Meet the Summer Camp Ministries
- Use this graphic on your social media story and tag @skyranchstaff that you’re working at camp!
Contact Us
Please call or email if you need anything or have any questions! Along with this info, you should have the contact info for your summer manager. Please contact that person for information needed or call and we will direct you to where you need to go. Be on the lookout for emails with more info leading up to camp!