Youth Camps
With two sites, nine weeks, and camp programs designed for every age level, you're sure to find a summer camp program that fits your camper!
When you register, you will experience programs rooted in our core values: Christ-centered staff, biblical teaching, genuine hope and healing, a playful and loving Christian community, and a vision of God's heart for the whole world. Our mission is, “To know Jesus Christ and to make Christ known to all,” and it drives all we do. From one-day programs (called Camp-in-a-Day or Hand-in-Hand) for our youngest campers, to weeklong camps for middle or high school students, your camper is sure to have a great time this summer at Ingham Okoboji!
Hand-in-Hand
For Ages 4-6 with an Accompanying Adult
Cost per camper: $39
Cost per adult: $19
Deposit of $15 due at registration
2026 Dates
July 10
July 17
This one-day camp will give our youngest campers a taste of what camp is really like. Guided by the staff, each camper and adult will experience camp hand-in-hand including Bible Studies, games, crafts and more.
Registration starts at 9:30 am with a 2:30 pm closing program at Ingham Lake Bible Camp. Each adult may accompany more than one camper.
Registration Check-In: 9:30 am
Closing Program: 2:30 pm
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Camp-in-a-Day
For campers completing Kindergarten-2nd Grade
Cost per camper: $45
Deposit of $15 due at registration
2026 Dates
Camp-in-a-Day #1 -June 17
Camp-in-a-Day #2 -June 18
Camp-in-a-Day #3 -July 8
Camp-in-a-Day #4 -July 9
Camp-in-a-Day #5 -July 15
Camp-in-a-Day #6 -July 16
These one-day camps will give a great taste of what camp is like. Joining in with the chapel times, meals and free time, the campers will also enjoy special Bible studies and activities geared just for them! With each day having its own, unique set of Bible studies, games, and crafts, campers can sign up for one or all six and have a great camp experience!
This camp runs from 9:30 am-4:30 pm at our Ingham site, so you can either drop off your youngster for the day or if you are coming from a distance, feel free to spend the day with us while your children enjoy the camp experience.
Registration Check-In: 9:30 am
Departure: 4:30 pm
For campers completing 2nd-5th Grade
Cost per camper: $192
$222 after March 1st
Deposit of $50 due at registration
2026 Dates
Pathfinders -June 14-16
Pathfinders -July 5-7
Pathfinders -July 12-14
As our youngest overnight camp, Pathfinders camp at our Ingham site is designed to nurture childlike faith and teach campers what Bible camp is all about. Campers will love the atmosphere, the counselors, and the fun chapel times.
Campers will stay two nights in a cabin with other campers their age and one of our trained summer counselors. They will also get a taste of exciting outdoor adventure with canoeing, swimming, and hiking! With age appropriate Bible Studies and exciting camp activities, Pathfinders will discover how God can use them at even a young age to impact the world around them.
Registration Check-in: Sunday, 4:00 pm- 5:00 pm
Departure: Tuesday- program at 2:30, Departure 3:00 pm
Pathfinders
Trailblazers
For campers completing 4th-6th Grade
Cost per camper: $422
$452 after March 1st
Deposit of $100 due at registration
2026 Dates
Trailblazers -June 14-19
Trailblazers -July 5-10
Trailblazers -July 12-17
The Trailblazers camp experience at our Ingham site is designed to draw campers into a deeper faith relationship with their Savior.
At a full week of camp, running Sunday to Friday, Trailblazers campers will have tons of FUN as they explore camp activities like swimming, archery, canoeing, crafts and more. Trained counselors will help role model positive peer relationships. Most importantly, engaging chapel times and Bible studies will nurture camper’s growing Christian faith.
Registration Check-In: Sunday 4:00- 5:00 pm
Departure: Friday- program at 2:30 pm, Departure 3:00 pm
Junior High Camps
For campers completing 6th-9th Grade
Cost per camper: $442
$472 after March 1st
Deposit of $100 due at registration
2026 Dates
Confirmation/Jr High Camp at Okoboji- June 7-12
Confirmation/Jr High Camp at Okoboji -July 5-10
Junior High Camp at Ingham- July 19-24
Have you ever wanted to be part of something bigger than yourself- something to give you a sense of belonging, purpose, and mission? Then Junior High camp at Ingham or at Okoboji is the perfect place to be!
Camp is a great place to meet new friends, discover more about what it means to be a Christian, and grow in your faith! Besides that, you’ll have tons of FUN choosing activities like paintball, escape room, tubing, and more.
A Note about Confirmation Camp: Held in conjunction with Junior High camps, Confirmation Camp at Okoboji is designed for pastors, youth directors, and other confirmation leaders to lead their own teaching time if they so choose, or have camp staff lead our summer Bible studies.
Paintball Opportunity!
The opportunity to participate in paintball will be offered. Signing up ahead of time is recommended as space is limited. An additional cost of $25 and separate permission form are required. Contact the camp for additional information!
Camping Excursion!
Junior High campers can opt in to a one-night excursion to go camping in tents off-site for one night. An additional cost of $25.
Registration Check-In: 4:00 pm- 5:00 pm
Departure for Okoboji: Friday Program at Noon with departure to follow
Departure for Ingham: Friday Program at 2:30 pm, Departure at 3:00 pm
For campers completing 9th-12th Grade
Cost per camper: $442
$472 after March 1st
Deposit of $100 due at registration
2026 Dates
Senior High Camp at Ingham- July 26-31
High school is a time of discovering gifts and interests. It’s a time of questioning and deepening beliefs, and these years come with a desire for belonging and a longing for significance. Our Senior High Week at Ingham brings all of these together in one exciting new week! Unplug from busyness and anxiety, and have tons of fun while connecting with other youth and summer staff.
Campers can also expect the following:
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Powerful messages from our featured speaker, helping campers know Christ.
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Small groups to provide a safe place to study the Bible and ask questions.
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An opportunity to audition for the youth led worship team for the week.
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Waterskiing/Kneeboarding opportunity, in addition to SUP boards, kayaks, tubing and more
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Pool Party
Paintball Opportunity!
The opportunity to participate in paintball will be offered. Signing up ahead of time is recommended as space is limited. An additional cost of $25 and separate permission form are required. Contact the camp for additional information!
Camping Excursion!
Senior High campers can opt in to a one-night excursion to go camping in tents off-site for one night. An additional cost of $25.
Senior High Camp
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Featured Speaker: Pastor Riley Place
Pastor Riley Place serves as the lead pastor at Resurrection Lutheran Church in Mitchell, South Dakota. He’s passionate about helping people encounter Jesus in real and practical ways — whether through preaching, storytelling, or sharing faith lessons learned from life outdoors. Riley has a heart for youth and young adults, encouraging them to see that following Christ isn’t about perfection, but about walking daily in grace, community, and purpose. When he’s not writing sermons or leading ministries, you’ll probably find him fishing, playing guitar, or spending time with his wife Caitlin and their two kids, Arleah and Colter.
Registration Check-In: 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Departure for Ingham: Friday Program at 2:30 pm, Departure at 3:00 pm
Send Mail to your Ingham Camper:
(Camper Name)
c/o Ingham Lake Bible Camp
2258 450th Ave
Wallingford, IA 51365
Send Mail to your Okoboji Camper:
(Camper Name)
c/o Okoboji Lutheran Bible Camp
1203 Inwan St
Milford, IA 51351
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