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Equipping Our Young People: A Camp Wyoming Story
Everyone talks about it. Every church and ministry is aware of the problem. Kids grow up in our churches, but they don’t stay there. All throughout their childhood and even teen years, they might come to church alongside their parents on Sundays and show up at youth group pretty consistently, but once they graduate from... read more
In November, Camp Wyoming is hosting a retreat called Relevant for college students. We put a lot of thought into this idea and believe that retreats like Relevant are important—and not just for the students who attend them. Here’s why: Studies indicate that 40-50% of all youth group students do not connect with a faith... read more
The Big Question: What does the camp staff do after summer camp?
Those of us in the camp industry are often asked, “So what do you do now that summer camp is over?” It is a question that we will sometimes turn into a joke, telling stories about how we lounge in our hammocks, read the comics, and try to identify the pictures in the clouds. However,... read more
We are standing with our kids on the edge of unexplored territory. Much like the settlers heading West on the Oregon Trail, we have a cloudy idea of what we hope lies ahead, but for the most part, we are traveling blind. Technology has thrust us into new places, propelled us to new heights, and... read more
Family Camp and Families in the Church
Last weekend was Family Camp here at Camp Wyoming. It was a weekend filled with worship, archery, Ga Ga Ball, swimming, biking, and spending time together around the campfire. We had fun getting to know all of the families who joined us here for this special event as we prepared to say goodbye to the... read more