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2026 MAIN SUMMER CAMPS
REGISTRATION OPENS MARCH 2

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Online Registration Will OPEN March 2, 2026!
REGISTER HERE

PARENT RESOURCES
If you would like to go with you camper to their week of camp, you can sign up to be a volunteer faculty member. We can always use as much help as we can get! To become a faculty member, first you will need to be approved by the Dean. Simply contact the camp office and we can get you in contact with the Dean. After approval, your Dean will give you the necessary tasks that the office needs our volunteers to complete. Any other information can be found by clicking the button below. 
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BECOME FACULTY
2026 PAPER REGISTRATION (coming soon)

DAY CAMP
ENTERING GRADE 1
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REGISTER HERE
Day Camp Packing List
A miniature version of a week of camp all in one day. Bring a bag, swimsuit & towel and come join us for a great adventure at camp! The Camp Staff will be working with your child. If anyone expresses interest in working on this day, please have him or her contact the camp office and talk to Matt Love, Executive Director.

Day Camp begins at 9 am (be sure your child has had breakfast before arriving) and campers need to bring a bag, swimsuit and towel. 
Day Camp concludes at 4 pm before supper.
Register by May 3rd to get a FREE t-shirt.
DAY CAMP 1​
Cost:
 Early Bird $45
Date:  June 24, 2026​
Dean: Kevin Petermen
Age: Grade 1
Check-in: Wednesday, June 24 at 9am on the porch of Memorial Hall
Check-out: Wednesday, June 24 at 4pm in the Fireplace Lounge of Memorial Hall
DAY CAMP 2​
Cost:
 Early Bird $45
Date:  July 7, 2026
Dean: Kevin Petermen
Age: Grade 1
Check-in: Tuesday, July 7 at 9am on the porch of Memorial Hall
Check-out: Tuesday, July 7 at 4pm in the Fireplace Lounge of Memorial Hall

JUMPSTART
ENTERING GRADES 2 AND 3
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REGISTER HERE
Jumpstart Packing List
JUMPSTART
Cost:
 
Date:  July 5 & 6, 2026
Dean:  Christina Minnick 
Age: Grades 2-3
Check-in: Sunday July 5th at 4:30pm in the Chapel
Check-out: Monday July 6th at 6pm in Memorial Hall
Jumpstart is a 2 day-1 night camp designed for the camper who would like to stay at camp for just one night. Are you ready? A chance to experience camp overnight for the first time. Enjoy all the fun, excitement and learning like the big kids! Register by May 3rd to get a free t-shirt!

FIRST CHANCE
ENTERING GRADES 2 AND 3
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1st Chance Packing List
3 Days and 2 nights of action-packed learning and excitement in the beautiful camp setting. All the fun and adventure of a week of camp scaled for the younger camper. Check-In at 4:30pm in the Chapel. Check-Out at 1pm in Memorial Hall. ​Register by May 3rd to get a free t-shirt & save $20! Enrollment is limited to 40 for each session.
1st CHANCE CAMP 1
Cost: TBD
Check-In: Sunday, June 21 at 4:30pm  
Check-Out: Tuesday, June 23 at ​6pm
​Date: ​June 21-23, 2026
Co-Deans: Connie Steinman & Samantha Oakleaf 
Age: Grades 2-3
REGISTER HERE
1st CHANCE CAMP 2
Cost: ​TBD
Check-In: Wednesday, June 24 at 5:00pm (note that this check-in differs from our usual check-ins due to Day Camp checking out)
Check-Out: ​Friday, June 26 at 6pm

​Date: June 24-26, 2026
Co-Deans: Connie Steinman & Samantha Oakleaf ​​
Age: Grades 2-3
REGISTER HERE

PRE-TEEN
ENTERING GRADES 4 - 6
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Pre-Teen Packing List
6 Days and 5 nights of fun and excitement while you are learning what God has done for you. Meet up with your old friends and make new ones as you discover the joy of Christian life. 
 PRE-TEEN CAMP 1
Cost:
Early Bird Special, $300
​After May 3rd, $320

Date:  June 14-19, 2026 
Deans: Eric Bass
Age: Grades 4-6
Check-in: Sunday, June 14 at 4:30pm in the Chapel
Check-out: Friday, June 19 at 1pm in Memorial Hall
REGISTER HERE
PRE-TEEN CAMP 2
​​Cost:
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Early Bird Special, $300
​After May 3rd, $320
Date:  July 19-24, 2026
Co-Deans:  Adele Brunsman & Liz Richardson
Age: Grades 4-6
​Check-in: Sunday, July 19 at 4:30pm in the Chapel
Check-out: Friday, July 24 at 1pm in Memorial Hall
REGISTER HERE

*New* Art Day Camp
ENTERING GRADES 4 - 6
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REGISTER HERE
PACKING LIST
This is a new camp session for LJCC! Campers will be given the opportunity to have a day devoted to learning about God and Art! Some of the Camp Staff will be working with your child. Katelyn Heins, who was our resident artist last summer will be leading the art classes and projects. Art Day Camp will begin with check-in at 9am at the Memorial Hall porch, please be sure that your camper eats breakfast prior to arrival. Campers will need to come prepared for a nature walk, this is art camp so be prepared to get a little messy (don't send your camper wearing their Sunday best clothes)! Art Day Camp concludes at 4 pm before supper. Lunch will be provided. Register by May 3rd to get a FREE t-shirt.
Cost: Early Bird discount, $55
Date: July 6, 2026
Dean: Katelyn Heins
Ages: ​Grade 4-6
Check-in: Monday, July 6 at 9am on the porch of Memorial Hall
Check-out: Monday, July 6 at 4pm on the Memorial Hall lobby

JUNIOR HIGH
ENTERING GRADES 6 - 8
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JUNIOR HIGH 1
Cost: 
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Early Bird Special, $300
​After May 3rd, $320
Date: June 7-12, 2026
Deans: Dustin Cross & Christian Swafford 
Age: Grades 6-8
Check-in: June 7 at 4:30pm in the Chapel
Check-out: June 12 at 1pm in Memorial Hall
REGISTER HERE
JUNIOR HIGH 2
Cost: 
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Early Bird Special, $300
​After May 3rd, $320
Date: July 12-17, 2026
Deans: Chad Kennedy, Tyler Johnson & Kenan Kennedy
Age: Grades 6-8
​Check-in: July 12 at 4:30pm in the Chapel
Check-out: July 17 at 1pm in Memorial Hall
REGISTER HERE
The adventure continues with a full session of 6 days and 5 nights designed just for you. Challenging classes, games, activities and worship created to bring you close to God. Invite a friend!​ Register by May 3rd to get a free t-shirt & save $20!
Junior High Packing List

HIGH SCHOOL
ENTERING GRADES 9 - 13
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REGISTER HERE
High School Packing List
An exciting week that promises practical topic-driven classes, wild & crazy games, challenging activities, and worship to strengthen your relationship with God. Be encouraged as you deepen your commitment to Christ through fun, fellowship and memories for a lifetime.

High School Campers entering grade 10 and up will have the option to choose the "Deeper Track" during high school week of camp.  
The Deeper Track is an option  for students to intentionally discover the depth of God’s call to follow Jesus.  This track during High School Camp will dedicate time to spiritual disciplines, discipleship, and servant leadership.  We will share most meals, recreation, evening worship, social hour, and campfires with main camp.  This option will be available during High School Camp Registration. 
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  • Register by May 3rd to get a free t-shirt & save $20!
  • Please complete the Vehicle Form if camper is driving themselves to camp.
  • ​No cell phones or other electronics are allowed. This is a week to un-connect and focus on God and your friends here with you!
Cost: 
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Early Bird Special, $300
​After May 3rd, $320
Date:  June 28 - July 3, 2026
​Dean: Donny Goff & Stephen Kays
Deeper Track Dean: ​Travis Fox
Age: Grades 9-13
Check-in: June 28 at 4:30pm in the Chapel
Check-out: July 3 at 1pm in Memorial Hall
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