Growing up in a church, without doubt, camps were the events that had the most positive influence on my life. Spending significant quality time together with other people, the experiences we shared, were literally life-shaping.

Therefore, it would be remiss not to include a page dedicated to camps. Whilst each camp will be different depending on the age group, group dynamics, location, duration, and facilities available, this page aims to serve as a check-list, as well as help generate ideas to make your camp great!

Things to consider

• Advertising and promotion
• Budget
• Location / Campsite
• Theme
• Sign-up process (forms, parental permission, etc.)
• Leaders (and helpers)
• Transport
• Food (and cooks)
• First Aid
• Wet weather contingency plans
• Rules (sleeping, bedtime, etc.)
• Devotional material / Speakers / Small groups
• Activities and games (like those in this book!)
• Camp t-shirts
• Evaluation

For a comprehensive guide on planning a camp, grab a copy of our new eBook specifically on Youth Camps.