High School Camps
For campers entering 9th through 12th Grade, camp is a place to go deeper in faith, step into leadership, and grow in character. Programs for this age group focus on building strong community, developing leadership skills, and exploring what it means to live out faith in daily life. High school campers are encouraged to take on new responsibilities, form lasting friendships, and discover how their unique gifts can make a difference in the world.
2026 Summer classic camp programs
Rangers
Entering grades 8-10
Cost: Tiered pricing
Rangers will spend the week in a supportive team, learning and practicing essential survival skills such as fire building, foraging, and creating shelter.
June 21-26
Kairos: Confirmation camp
Entering grades 6-9
Cost: Tiered pricing
In Kairos, you are immersed in an experience that makes faith come alive. Together with friends and leaders, you dive into the concepts you are studying while enjoying outdoor adventures, campfires, and meaningful conversations. You spark real and safe connections that continue when you return home and to your church. If you do not have a church group, you can still be part of the journey by registering for Confirmation Camp.
June 14-19, July 19-24
Riverboaters
Entering grades 9-12
Cost: Tiered pricing
Join friends (new and old) on a memory- making journey on Mississippi River! Explore beaches, splash in the river, and build community with beach campfires and Bible studies. This is a fantastic experience for high school youth and church youth groups!
Register early- this program fills fast!
June 14-19, June 21-26, July 5-10, July 12-17, July 19-24, July 26-31
2026 Summer specialty camp programs
Valley sports
Entering grades 7-10
Campers will explore themes of teamwork and finding strength in our shared faith through special games and activities. All athletic levels are welcome to this sport- themed camp!
July 19-24
NEW: Ignite
Entering grades 9-12
Cost: Tiered pricing
Ready to light your spark? Ignite is all about hands-on projects, teamwork, and exploring your next steps—both in faith and in life. Campers dive into service adventures, grow as leaders, and end each day with campfires, worship, and friendships that stick.
Ignite is offered at the same time as Karios (Confirmation Camp) so congregation leaders can bring their whole youth group together.
June 14-19, July 19-24
2026 Summer adventure camp programs
Night camp
Entering grades 7-8 and 9-12
Cost: Tiered pricing
Campers will spend late nights building blazing campfires, encountering night-time wildlife, playing crazy games, and taking part in fun projects and missions.
June 21-26 (9-12th)
July 5-10 (6-8th)
Adventurers
Entering grades 7-10
Cost: Tiered pricing
Adventurers will spend most of the week on site before departing for an overnight canoeing excursion. Gain skills and inspiration for faith and life between daily adventures and camping in tents by nights.
July 5-10, July 26-31
NEW: Wheel and Water
Entering grades 9-12
Cost: Tiered pricing
Get ready for offsite adventures where you bike scenic trails and canoe winding waterways each day. You explore God’s creation with friends, then return to camp each evening for worship, campfires, and time together. Wheel and Water is the perfect mix of outdoor adventure and classic camp life.
July 12-17
2026 Summer horse camp programs
Jr. Wranglers - Level 1
Entering grade 9-12
Cost: Tiered Pricing
Jr. Wranglers will improve their skills by assisting on trail rides, and learn about tack care, horsemanship, safety strategies, and general horse care.
June 21-26, July 26-31
Jr Wranglers - Level 2
For campers who have already completed Jr. Wranglers Level 1 or have equivalent horse experience. Stay 2 weeks at Sugar Creek to dive even deeper into horse skills and care and learn more about barn management. A great “resume builder” for our future summer camp Wranglers!
July 12-24. Weekends not included.
2026 Other camp programs
NEW: Camp Dash
Entering Grades: 2-3, 4-5, 6-8, 9-12
Cost: $250
Camp Dash is a fast-paced, two-night program designed for campers of all ages who want a taste of the full Sugar Creek experience. Perfect for busy or nervous campers, this action-packed schedule lets them dash through classic camp activities, make new friends, and experience meals, worship, and campfires—all in a short, fun-filled stay. Once they graduate from Camp Dash, campers receive a $250 discount toward a full week of camp in 2026 or 2027, making it the perfect way to gear up for a full week of camp adventure!
June 29- July 1
LEAD: Leaders Engaged as Disciples
Entering Grades: 11-12
Cost: Full scholarship ($3180) for those accepted
Step up to an action-packed 4-week program of real leadership training from experienced presenters, with more responsibilities, greater resume builders, and even more chances to play and pray with the trained youth ministry staff and energetic younger campers of Sugar Creek.
Make an impact on peers and younger youth, right now. Grow in real-life leadership, personal confidence, and life-changing peer ministry skills for school, church, work, and beyond.
Applications are available starting Nov. 1, 2025. Full tuition scholarship of $3,200 for 4-week program is awarded to participants whose applications are accepted. Participants also receive a small weekly stipend for spending money.
Session 1: June 14-July 10
Session 2: July 12- August 7
No weekends
Signing up for summer camp
Choose a Program
Browse all the different summer camp options and choose what fits you’re looking for.
Register-Your Way
Register online, by phone or by mail- your choice!
Get Ready For Camp!
Packing list, FAQs, and more to help you prepare.
Tiered pricing
All youth should be able to experience Bible Camp, regardless of a family’s financial abilities. Sugar Creek offers voluntary, 3 tiered pricing to better meet needs. The actual price of a traditional week of camp is approximately $800/week, far lower than the national average- thanks to donations, help from churches, amazing volunteers and more. Day camp program costs vary by offering. You can find pricing details listed under each day camp program. You pay what you can afford while difference will be met by donations. The tier selected will not affect your child’s camp experience.
$795/week
Closest to covering the actual cost of your experience
$595/week
Subsidized for families needing the option to make camp more affordable
$495/week
Reflects more subsidies from churches, fundraisers, and camp supporters
Discounts and camp scholarships
- Families with three or more children attending camp can receive a discount.
- Camperships (camp scholarships) are often available through your home congregation. Contact your church for information, or fill out the application form below and send it to us by mail or email at office@sgrcreek.org. You can also reach out to us directly for details.
Policies
- Sugar Creek Camp and Retreat Center does not turn away any camper on the basis of race, national origin, accessibility, creed, gender identity, sexuality, age, or income level.
- As a crucial part of effective outdoor ministry, Sugar Creek’s policy is that campers leave cell phones and other electronics at home.
- Each household will receive an information packet 2 weeks before your session with useful info including policies about your selected programs(s), or download your program specific letters here.
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FAQs
How do I register my child for camp?
Registration is available online through our website. You can also contact the camp office for help or register by mail using the forms in our brochure.
What should my camper bring?
A detailed packing list is provided after registration, but essentials include comfortable clothing, sturdy shoes, toiletries, a water bottle, and a Bible.
Can my camper attend multiple weeks?
Yes! Campers are welcome to sign up for more than one week, and many enjoy coming back for multiple sessions each summer.
Who will be supervising the campers?
Each cabin is led by trained, background-checked counselors who provide guidance, support, and supervision day and night.
What if my child has dietary restrictions or medical needs?
Our kitchen and healthcare staff accommodate a variety of dietary and medical needs. Please share details during registration so we can prepare.
How do you ensure camper safety?
Sugar Creek is ACA-accredited, meeting nationally recognized standards for safety and quality programming. Lifeguards supervise water activities, and safety protocols are followed camp-wide.
What does a typical day at camp look like?
Each day includes worship, Bible study, group games, outdoor adventures, and evening campfires, balanced with time for rest and reflection.
Will campers have access to technology?
Camp is a tech-free environment so campers can fully connect with each other and nature. Phones and devices should stay at home.
What activities are available?
Activities vary by program but may include hiking, swimming, canoeing, archery, crafts, and more. Specialty camps add unique options like horseback riding and adventure trips.