2011 REACH Trip RE-Scheduled!

In 2011, DI will be taking a group of 9th grade through college age students to Peterstown, WV from July 9 - July 17 to work on homes of the needy in that area. You do not need to be a member of any particular church to participate. Come be with us to experience the joy that comes from following Jesus' example to serve those around us in need. Total cost of the trip will be approximately $350. To reserve your spot now, please contact Mike Kefauver and GET YOUR FORMS AND MONEY IN RIGHT AWAY.  CLICK THE FORM BELOW - MUST FILL OUT BOTH Workcamper Information Workcamper Release forms.

History of Peterstown:      Peterstown was named after its founder, Christian Peters, who settled in the area around the time of the Revolutionary War. Christian Peters built the first gristmills in the area and established Peterstown as a town in 1804, even though there were only two houses in the area at the time. Members of this community have played important roles in US wars throughout the years, including the Civil and Spanish-American Wars.      Today, Peterstown is almost entirely residential with very few major industries in Monroe County. Most of the residents in Peterstown commute across the border to Virginia. Fun Facts about Peterstown:      In 1928, William P. Jones and father, Grover C. Jones, found the “Jones Diamond,” a 34.48 carat alluvial diamond. It is the largest alluvial diamond ever discovered in North America!      Mike Foster, a Confederate soldier from Peterstown, was commended by Stonewall Jackson for being the bravest man in his army! Peterstown at a Glance: Unemployment Rate: 4.8% Population: 492 Average household income (2005): $24,400 Land area: 0.3 square miles Elevation: 1,624 feet Closest Airport: Yeager Airport (CRW) 100 Airport Road Charleston, WV 25311 (304) 344-8033