Youth Camps
Overnight Summer Camps
41.2266° N, 75.2676° W
Spruce Lake’s overnight Christian summer camp program (also referred to as “Wilderness Camp”), is situated in the beautiful Pocono Mountains of northeastern Pennsylvania. Here, kids ages 7-18 are out in the midst of God’s creation for up to 6 exciting days of fun, Bible teaching and adventure!
Daily activities take place on Spruce Lake’s over 900 acres of woodlands, waterfalls, and mountain streams. Campers love the 500-foot zip line, the 3-person climbing tower, archery range, kayaking, power swing, swimming at the pool, adventure programming, outdoor explorations, and daily Fireside worship and Bible teaching.
All of our Christian summer camps and their activities are age-appropriate. Team members and counselors are carefully selected, screened and trained to meet the physical, emotional, and spiritual needs of campers.
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Choosing Spruce Lake for your next Christian summer camp is an easy decision, and we’ve made the registration process even easier. No matter which of the programs you choose, signing up through our online registration requires just a few clicks!
Everything You Need to Know – 2025 Camps
There’s hardly an experience a child or young adult can have that has the life-changing power of Summer Camp! At Spruce Lake, we add it together: No tech + new friends + challenging speakers + time in the Bible + awesomely fun outdoor activities! All combine into the perfect blend for building a young person’s character and shaping their walk with Jesus.
Where else can you find such an incredible combo of fun and spiritual growth?! Come join us; sign up early for discounts.
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Preview Day for Prospective Campers
June 7, 2025
Never experienced a Christian summer camp before? You’re not alone! Join us on June 7, 2025, for a fun-filled day where you and your camper can preview what Overnight Camp and Day Camp are like. Experience all the fun, exciting games, appetizing food, Fireside worship and more!
Why choose Overnight Summer Camp at Spruce Lake?
At Spruce Lake we encourage campers from all walks of life to come together to worship God through Jesus Christ and to deepen their faith. Located in the serene Pocono Mountains, our summer Overnight camps help campers grow lifelong friendships, unforgettable memories, and a connection with God in a way they may never have experienced before.
Here’s why parents choose Spruce Lake:
- Faith-first Activities – every aspect of camp is purposefully focused to point campers toward Christ.
- Unmatched Atmosphere – campers experience the awesome power of a Christ-centered atmosphere in new ways as they explore over 900 acres of forest, mountain streams and waterfalls.
- Devoted Staff – each team member is thoughtfully selected for their commitment to the Lord, rigorously trained, and motivated to ensure that every camper is loved, valued, and cared for.
By choosing Spruce Lake, your camper can experience exciting, new spiritual growth and generate lasting memories!
Frequently Asked Questions
How much of Camp is Bible teaching vs play time/activities?
Spiritual learning and growth can happen informally throughout the entire day as campers and their counselors build healthy relationships and enjoy lots of outdoor fun together! Campers participate in a wide variety of activities including sports, arts, outdoor games, and adventure programming (challenge course, zip line, indoor high ropes, climbing tower and wall, and vertical playpen).
In the mornings, there is a time of worship and a short message from the camp speaker, and then counselors and campers have a follow-up Bible study or devotional time together. Each evening, kids love Fireside, a lively time of musical worship and an age-appropriate speaker. Wednesday nights after Fireside, campers can choose to accept the special invitation to talk with their counselor one-on-one about life and faith questions or decisions.
What should I pack for my camper and what is provided?
Packing for each camper includes a pillow and sleeping bag, bath and swimming towels, rainwear, swimsuit, unbreakable breakfast dishes, a flashlight, toiletries, and 4-5 sets of active outdoor-wear. The full list of What to Pack can be found on our Forms & Information page (https://www.sprucelake.org/camp-forms/), under the name of your chosen Camp Week. Please help your daughter or son plan and follow the guidelines on the What to Pack list. Spruce Lake Summer Camp does not allow cell phones and other electronic devices while at camp. (Full details are on the What to pack list.)
How are medical care and food allergies handled?
Parents/guardians provide us with vital care information when they complete the Camper Health Form. A registered nurse (RN) is on duty during all Overnight Camp weeks. They administer medications, provide care under our standing orders, and inform members of the counseling or food service teams of any health-related issues or food allergies. Numerous team members are trained in CPR, First Aid, and Lifeguarding. Hospital, 911 and clinic services are also available as needed with an approximate 20-minute response time. If there is an emergency at camp, we will contact the parent/guardian as quickly as possible.
Can I receive updates about my child during camp?
We ask parents or friends not to have direct contact with campers while camp is in session. We believe in open communication between parents and camp, but we do not support direct camper-parent phone calls or direct camper-parent visits. The reasons for this policy are many. They include authority confusion, camper security, homesickness, misunderstandings, and limited phone lines and computers. Letters and emails (which are printed out) are the best way to communicate with campers, and we will faithfully deliver those messages to your daughter or son. In the week before your child’s camp begins, we will email you updates and reminders about camp, along with instructions for emailing your child. We will also send you information about where to see camp pictures.
What is the camper-to-counselor ratio?
This ratio changes according to the age group and type of camp. Overnight campers typically have 2 counselors for each group of 10-12 campers. Expeditions groups of 8-12 campers will have 2 guides. Day campers generally have one counselor for each group of 8 children, adjusted by age. Each group is supported by an experienced Head Counselor, or other qualified support team members, who are available to come alongside counselors as needs may arise.
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On-site Overnight Camps By Age Group
Discoverers (Ages 7-10)
Discoverers Camp introduces younger children to all the fun outdoor activities and to being away from home.
Not that they will have much time to think about missing home! We keep them active as their cabin groups participate in games, the mini-zipline, swimming, kayaking, nature activities, sports, the 300-foot water slide, daily devotionals, lively evening Fireside worship and more!
Two counselors per cabin will look after campers’ daily needs and be fun-loving Christian role models. We make sure to have earlier bedtimes so there is always a new supply of energy for the next day. Campers also stay with their cabin groups for stability and continuity.
- Discoverers (Ages 7-10)
- June 25-27, 2025
- Cost $209
- Wednesday 10:15 am through Friday 3:30 pm
Discoverers Program Details
Explorers (Ages 8-11)
Explorers Camp serves as a stepping stone between Discoverers and Trekkers.
Campers will meet new friends in their cabin group, explore creation, and enjoy many fun activities such as slingshots, tie-dye, swimming, kayaks, and more!
Quality counselors will guide their campers in fun and in growing in their faith. We watch God work every day through messages from the camp pastor, passionate worship during Fireside, and relationships built.
- Explorers (Ages 8-11)
- July 13-18, 2025
- Cost $419
- Sunday 3:15 pm through Friday 3:30 pm
Explorers Program Details
Trekkers (Ages 9-12)
Trekkers Camp focuses on the uniqueness of the preteen age group. The week provides campers with opportunities to explore new interests, try new skills, and enjoy more activity options. Activity choices will be made within the cabin group, with many options for fun throughout the day.
Activities include morning devotionals, kayaking, mini-golf, swimming, the big water slide, group games, power swing, sports, and a fun late-night event.
Group activity options enable campers to experience a variety of activities or learn a new skill while entering into opportunities to bond with their cabinmates.
Each day ends by playing hard during Rec Hour, then enjoying lively Fireside worship with lots of music, singing, and relevant messages by the week’s camp pastor.
- Trekkers (Ages 9-12)
- June 29-July 4, 2025
- Cost $419
- Sunday at 3:15 pm through Friday 3:30 pm
Trekker Program Details
Trailblazers (Ages 10-13)
Campers will now be able to enjoy some new activities like the power swing, archery, and a unique evening activity. Compete in group challenges and grow new relationships with counselors and cabinmates!
Campers can also enjoy their camp favorites, along with the option to choose from multiple activities within their cabin groups.
- Trailblazers (Ages 10-13)
- July 6-11, 2025
- Cost $419
- Sunday at 3:15 pm through Friday 3:30 pm
Trailblazers Program Details
Adventurers (Ages 12-15)
Adventurers Camp offers a wider variety of activities from which to choose within their cabin groups. Plus, you’ll get to stay up a bit later than the younger camps.
Counselors and speakers purposefully engage campers in conversations about relevant spiritual and relational issues, with a focus on developing healthy relationships with others and with God their Creator.
Activities offer a wide range of outdoor, adventure and creative activities from which to choose. Campers will ride the Zipline and play the “Mission Impossible” night game for the first time this week!
- Adventurers (Ages 12-15)
- June 15-20, 2025
- Cost $419
- Sunday at 3:15 pm through Friday 3:30 pm
Adventurer Program Details
Navigators (Ages 14-18)
Navigators Camp provides a unique atmosphere for senior high-age campers to enjoy positive relationships with peers and counselors while exploring issues of life, relationships and faith.
Along with all the fun and adventure will be a casual-dress theme dinner with entertainment to make this week extra special.
As always, this week will include the ever-popular game, Mission Impossible, active Rec Hour and Fireside, with relevant messages and lively worship.
- Navigators (Ages 14-18)
- July 20-25, 2025
- Cost $429
- Sunday 3:15 pm through Friday 3:30 pm
Navigator Program Details
Parent-Child & Family Camps
For shorter overnight camp experiences, we offer two three-day options for a unique outdoor adventure! Parent-Child Camps are for children ages 7-10 and their parent or guardian of the same gender. Family Camp is for everyone in the family, any and all ages!
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- Parent-Child Camp, June 22-24, 2025
- Family Camp, June 22-24, 2025
Wilderness Family Camp Program Details
Leaders in Training (ages 15-18)
Ready for the next step?
Our Leaders in Training (LIT) program allows interested teens to serve and gain ministry experience behind the scenes, guided by LIT mentors and other camp leaders.
Find out more about Leaders in Training.
- Jr. LIT 1: June 15-20, 2025
- Jr. LIT 2: July 27-Aug. 1, 2025
- Sr. LIT 1: June 21-July 4, 2025
- Sr. LIT 2: July 5-18, 2025
Resources
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