There’s nothing more deflating than bad weather. You pack all your things, say your goodbyes, and head off to a brand new place, pumped for a great experience- and then it rains. Or snows. Anything less than sunshine seems to throw a wrench in all your hopes and dreams. But bad camp weather doesn’t have …
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Youth camp is truly an unforgettable experience. It is a time to escape the noise of the world and simply enjoy the presence of God and fellow believers. From the energizing sermons to the unique, unpredictable activities that challenge you every day, you are bound to enjoy every second of it. But though worshipping God …
Read moreAttending Youth Camp Can Be a Disaster If You Forget These 4 Things
A successful camp or retreat is one that is well-organized and well-staffed. Much of the staffing for camps and retreats comes from volunteers. Usually these are people who have signed up for tasks that interest them, or they have been specifically asked to do tasks that the leaders and organizers think suits them. Each volunteer …
I am a big fan of camp! I grew up in youth groups going to summer camps, fall retreats, evangelism conferences—the works. Much of my spiritual growth as a teenager came from the “mountaintop” experiences I had at camp. As a college student, I worked at camps every summer and loved every minute of it. …
Self-esteem issues are a big problem facing today’s teens. Everywhere they look, on television, in movies and in magazines, teens are bombarded with images of beautiful faces, “perfect” bodies and glamorous lives. Social media is also full of pictures of flawless figures leading lives of luxury and excess. Teens are led to believe that this …
Read more“Love Your #Selfie” Youth Retreat Theme with Games & Ideas
Learning the names of new campers can be a difficult task. How often have you arrived at a big gathering and been introduced to a large sum of people, only to forget their names minutes later and find yourself referring to them as “hey you” or ”pal” or something equally as cringe-worthy? What is your name again? …
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One of the best ways to kick off your retreat is to begin it with a super fun activity known as a photo scavenger hunt. This is a great team building activity that is action-packed and fun! Not only is it exciting for everyone involved, but it also provides fantastic candid photos for memories …
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Opening with one or a small set of funny Christian jokes is a great way to lighten the mood and get people laughing. Safe, clean and funny Christian jokes can be used in a wide variety of situations such as: comedic relief in a message, keeping a youth group entertained on a long bus ride, …
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Getting comfortable with a new group of people can be a terrifying and uncomfortable situation with a sea of unfamiliar faces and a head filled with strange names. To try and limit the awkwardness at camp so everybody starts having fun, make sure you give these 4 fun ice breakers a go. Crocodile Race To play …
Improv activities are super fun ways to begin your retreat. Everyone gets to participate and star in the show. Fast paced and entertaining, these activities will kick off your retreat with team building and lots of fun! Here is a list of 5 improv activities that you can’t miss! Balloon Burst Charades In this game, …