Faith-based camps

Alaska Ablaze Youth/Family Camp

Description

The 6-day camp begins with a Youth Camp, ages 13 & up, Mon.-Wed. and continues with youth activities all week. Family Camp is Wed.-Fri. Activities include speakers, workshops, games, hiking, mountain climbs, food, crafts, fishing, etc. Speakers include Will Mayo, Richard Twiss, Howard Echo-Hawk, Donna Jordan, an international (Youth With A Mission speaker, Wellsprings Day seminar, etc.
Performances include Rap Group, "The S.O.G. Crew" from Anaheim, Calif. and a team from Hawaii.
Information/Applications are available online at www. AkAblaze.net. All youth younger than 18 must have an adult sponsor on site..

Sponsor

Delta Christian Center and Mentasta Christian Center.

Ages

4 up

Dates and times

June 23-28, All day events, 7 p.m. Evening meetings

Location

Mentasta Village, Mile 81 Tok Cutoff Highway

Cost

Donations

Contact name

Howard Echo-Hawk

Contact phone number

907-460-7000

Bingle Camp at Harding Lake

Description

Bingle Camp Ministries provides a number of Christian summer camping opportunities June-July. Each camp that is offered has a different theme and is directed towards various age groups. Bingle Camp's specialty is waterfront activities with a 14-foot Iceberg, aqua deck, canoes, and ski boat for the Banana boat and tubing. Daily offerings are low rope activities, archery and arts and crafts. The most popular camps include Canoe camp, offering high adventure and an introduction to canoeing or skill honing at camp then travels to an Interior Camp. H20 Camp includes waterfront activities and everything from boating to group games. Online information and registration available on each camp.

Sponsor

Bingle Camp Ministries

Ages

4-17

Dates and times

Outdoor Skills Camp, June 15-20, grades 5-7; Mini Camp, June 15-17, grades 1-3; Adventure Camp, June 22-27, grades 7-10; Just U and Me camp, child age 4-10 with adult, July 4-6; Junior Camp, July 6-11, grades 4-6; H20 Camp, July 13-18, grades 8-12; Canoe Camp, June 12-19, grades 8-12; Explorers Camp, July 20-25, grades 3-6; Discovery Camp, July 27-Aug. 1, grades 4 -7.

Location

Bingle Memorial Camp at Harding Lake, 45 miles south of Fairbanks

Cost

$125-$350

Contact name

Lisa Eldridge

Contact phone number

479-0562

Camp Baldwin

Description

Located near Delta Junction Camp Baldwin is in a traditional camp setting with studies, activities, and Bible lessons. Amenities include bath houses, dining room/kitchen, recreation area, bunk houses, etc.
Counselors/caregivers are trained summer missionaries who travel to Alaska to serve the Lord.
Bus service is provided from/to Fairbanks on a limited availability for a small fee.

Sponsor

Tanana Valley Baptist Association

Ages

Grades K-12

Dates and times

June 25-27, grades K-2; June 30-July 4, grades 3- 4; July 7-11, grades 5-6; July 14-18, grades 7-8; and July 21-25, grades 9-12. Back to School Camp, July 28-Aug. 1, grades 1-6.

Location

Delta Junction

Cost

$60-$85

Contact name

Sandy Buchanan

Contact phone number

474-4989

Camp Challenge

Description

Come join the Olympic Games at Camp Challenge. The week will be filled with unique activities as two teams compete in order to win the gold. Activities include paintball, riflery, archery, hiking, pool,and foosball. Each camper will have the privilege of learning important lessons for life through the practical teaching of God's Word and counsel from trained counselors.

Sponsor

Hamilton Acres Baptist Church

Ages

8-18

Dates and times

Jr. Camp, ages 8-12, July 7-11; Teen Camp, ages 13-18, July 20-26

Location

90 miles south of Fairbanks off the Parks Highway

Cost

Jr. Camp $135; Teen Camp $150

Contact name

Brian Graham

Contact phone number

978-4049

Camp Kitov

Description

Camp Kitov includes Jewish education and activities in a fun summer environment with lots of outdoor activities mixed with indoor crafts.

Sponsor

Congregation Or HaTzafon (Light of the North)

Ages

6-12

Dates and times

June 23-27, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. daily

Location

1744 Aurora Drive

Cost

$175 per child

Contact name

Student Rabbi Elyssa Auster

Contact phone number

456-1002

Camp Li-Wa

Description

Camp Li-Wa offers kids traditional camps-either day or overnight-and teaches basic Bible values with activities that include canoeing, archery, riflery, horsemanship, dirtboarding, climbing wall, crafts, nature studies, water activities and much more. Accredited by the American Camping Association and Certified Horsemanship Association and membership with Christian Camp and Conference Association. Specialty camps in horsemanship and wilderness trips are available. Check for details and register online or by phone.

Sponsor

Victory Ministries of Alaska

Ages

Grades K-12

Dates and times

June 9-Aug. 1 and some year-round activities

Location

Off 1/2 mile Chena Hot Springs Road

Cost

$125-$325

Contact name

Ted Franke

Contact phone number

457-6059

Globe Creek Camp

Description

Globe Creek Camp is nestled in the Globe Creek Valley just north of Wickersham Dome, offering week-long overnight camps for grades 3-12 and a Day Camp for K-2. Programs include challenge course, archery, mountain hiking, orienteering, team building, geo caching, adventure races, over-night hikes, and solid Bible teaching. We are a member of the Christian Camp and Conference Association. Online information and registration.

Sponsor

Alaska Wilderness Youth Camps, Inc.

Ages

Grades K-12

Dates and times

,July 6-11, grades 3-5; July 13-18, grades 8-12; July 20-25, grades 5-7; Day Camp, July 12 only, grades K-2, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.

Location

37 Mile Elliott Hwy

Cost

Day Camp, $30; Grades 3-5, $195; Grades 5-7, $205; Grades 8-12, $215

Contact name

Mike Dynes or Steve Bouldin

Contact phone number

488-0671 or 488-0525

Jesus' Kids in the Kitchen Vacation Bible School

Description

Kids will enjoy an adventure in healthful living and discover the eight secrets of great health.

Sponsor

Fairbanks Seventh-day Adventist Church

Ages

4-12

Dates and times

June 8-June 12, 6 p.m.-8:30 p.m.

Location

1811 Farmers Loop

Cost

Free

Contact name

Leola Gillette

Contact phone number

451-0109

Outrigger Island Vacation Bible School

Description

An evening Vacation Bible School which includes nightly Bible learning, missions education, music, crafts, fun, and refreshments.

Sponsor

Moose Creek Baptist Church

Ages

5-12

Dates and times

May 19-23, Monday-Friday, 6-9 p.m.

Location

Moose Creek Baptist Church, 3518 Hope St, North Pole

Cost

Free

Contact name

Tammy Collins

Contact phone number

488-2407

Power Lab Vacation Bible School

Description

Children can discover Jesus' miraculous power through games, song, Bible lessons and crafts.

Sponsor

Fairhhill Community Church

Ages

Grades K-4

Dates and times

June 16-20, 1 p.m-5 p.m.

Location

Fairhill Community Church

Cost

Free

Contact name

Church office

Contact phone number

457-5522

Power Lab Vacation Bible School

Description

Power Lab VBS will show kids how Jesus gives us the power to be thankful, to help others, to be brave, to live forever, and to tell others about God. Kids will learn the Bible stories, play games, make crafts, sing, be involved in a mission project, have a snack, meet new friends, and have a great time!

Sponsor

Fairbanks Lutheran Church

Ages

Age 4-6th graders

Dates and times

June 9-13

Location

1012 Cowles St. Fairbanks

Cost

No cost

Contact name

Sharon Lockwood

Contact phone number

452-3425

Vacation Bible School

Description

Son Harvest County Fair Vacation Bible Schoo has it all. Children will love the farming theme and down to earth fun. Through the examples of Jesus and His parables, students will grow a crop of love, sprout joy, plant peace, produce some patience, and pick a bushel of kindness. Each day they'll look forward to singing great songs, creating their own blue-ribbon arts and crafts, eat farm fresh snacks, and enjoy games and recreation.

Sponsor

FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH

Ages

4-12

Dates and times

June 2-6; Monday-Friday, 9 a.m.-Noon

Location

First Presbyterian Church 547 Seventh Ave,, Fairbanks

Cost

No cost

Contact name

Debra Lynn Bush

Contact phone number

452-2406

Vacation Bible School

Description

Based on the theme of God's Big Backyard kids will learn about serving Jesus, family, friends and others as they participate in the Bible Club, Community Corner, crafts, snacks and games. Please preregister by May 18.

Sponsor

Farewell Ave. Christian Church

Ages

4 years- 6th graders

Dates and times

June 2-6

Location

100 Farewell Avenue, Fairbanks

Cost

Free

Contact name

Alicia Pinkerton

Contact phone number

456-6123