Click below to find out information for each kind of camp session that we offer at Camp Sumatanga!
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Day camps
Dates: June 11-15, June 18-22, June 25-29, July 9-13, July 16-20
Description: Camp Sumatanga’s Day Camp program (for rising 1st-4th graders) is the perfect way for your child to be engaged with the outdoors, participate in new and fun activities, and make new friends. Day Campers spend their days in a variety of activities, including swimming, hiking, arts & crafts, field games, and more. Campers can sign up for one week or multiple weeks! There is never a dull moment at Day Camp!
Day Camp sessions run Monday-Friday, 8:30 am-4:30 pm.
Description: Camp Sumatanga’s Day Camp program (for rising 1st-4th graders) is the perfect way for your child to be engaged with the outdoors, participate in new and fun activities, and make new friends. Day Campers spend their days in a variety of activities, including swimming, hiking, arts & crafts, field games, and more. Campers can sign up for one week or multiple weeks! There is never a dull moment at Day Camp!
Day Camp sessions run Monday-Friday, 8:30 am-4:30 pm.
intergenerational camps
ADULT AND CHILD
Dates: June 3-5, June 6-8, July 1-3
Description:For kids and a parent or two! Come and strengthen the very important relationship between a parent and children in a faith-based setting. You’ll spend 3 days/2 nights participating in a variety of activities, all led by our experienced summer staff. This is a great way to familiarize younger children with Camp Sumatanga before they attend a week-long, overnight camp by themselves! Parents and their children will participate in camp activities such as swimming, crafts, hiking, games, devotions, and worship. The accommodations provided have private bathrooms and linen/towels are provided for our guests.
These intergenerational camps are for adults and children age 4-9. Adults will also need to fill out an application in order to complete the registration for each child registered age 4-9.
MOTHER AND CHILD
Dates: June 17-19
Description:For mothers and a kid or two! Come and strengthen the very important relationship between parent and children in a faith-based setting. You’ll spend 3 days/2 nights participating in a variety of activities, all led by our experienced summer staff. This is a great way to familiarize younger children with Camp Sumatanga before they attend a week-long, overnight camp by themselves! Mothers and their children will participate in camp activities such as swimming, crafts, hiking, games, devotions, and worship. The accommodations provided have private bathrooms and linen/towels are provided for our guests.
These intergenerational camps are for adults and children age 4-9. Adults will also need to fill out an application in order to complete the registration for each child registered age 4-9.
FATHER AND CHILD
Dates: June 20-22
Description: For fathers and a kid or two! Come and strengthen the very important relationship between parent and children in a faith-based setting. You’ll spend 3 days/2 nights participating in a variety of activities, all led by our experienced summer staff. This is a great way to familiarize younger children with Camp Sumatanga before they attend a week-long, overnight camp by themselves! Fathers and their children will participate in camp activities such as swimming, crafts, hiking, games, devotions, and worship. The accommodations provided have private bathrooms and linen/towels are provided for our guests.
These intergenerational camps are for adults and children age 4-9. Adults will also need to fill out an application in order to complete the registration for each child registered age 4-9.
GRAND CAMP
Dates: June 10-12, June 13-15, June 24-26, June 27-29, July 8-10, July 11-13
Description: For grand-kids and a grandparent or two! Come and strengthen the very important relationship between grandparents and grandchildren in a faith-based setting. You’ll spend 3 days/2 nights participating in a variety of activities, all led by our experienced summer staff. This is a great way to familiarize younger children with Camp Sumatanga before they attend a week-long, overnight camp by themselves! Grandparents and grand-kids will participate in camp activities such as swimming, crafts, hiking, games, devotions, and worship. The accommodations provided have private bathrooms and linen/towels are provided for our guests.
These intergenerational camps are for adults and children age 4-9. Adults will also need to fill out an application in order to complete the registration for each child registered age 4-9.
Dates: June 3-5, June 6-8, July 1-3
Description:For kids and a parent or two! Come and strengthen the very important relationship between a parent and children in a faith-based setting. You’ll spend 3 days/2 nights participating in a variety of activities, all led by our experienced summer staff. This is a great way to familiarize younger children with Camp Sumatanga before they attend a week-long, overnight camp by themselves! Parents and their children will participate in camp activities such as swimming, crafts, hiking, games, devotions, and worship. The accommodations provided have private bathrooms and linen/towels are provided for our guests.
These intergenerational camps are for adults and children age 4-9. Adults will also need to fill out an application in order to complete the registration for each child registered age 4-9.
MOTHER AND CHILD
Dates: June 17-19
Description:For mothers and a kid or two! Come and strengthen the very important relationship between parent and children in a faith-based setting. You’ll spend 3 days/2 nights participating in a variety of activities, all led by our experienced summer staff. This is a great way to familiarize younger children with Camp Sumatanga before they attend a week-long, overnight camp by themselves! Mothers and their children will participate in camp activities such as swimming, crafts, hiking, games, devotions, and worship. The accommodations provided have private bathrooms and linen/towels are provided for our guests.
These intergenerational camps are for adults and children age 4-9. Adults will also need to fill out an application in order to complete the registration for each child registered age 4-9.
FATHER AND CHILD
Dates: June 20-22
Description: For fathers and a kid or two! Come and strengthen the very important relationship between parent and children in a faith-based setting. You’ll spend 3 days/2 nights participating in a variety of activities, all led by our experienced summer staff. This is a great way to familiarize younger children with Camp Sumatanga before they attend a week-long, overnight camp by themselves! Fathers and their children will participate in camp activities such as swimming, crafts, hiking, games, devotions, and worship. The accommodations provided have private bathrooms and linen/towels are provided for our guests.
These intergenerational camps are for adults and children age 4-9. Adults will also need to fill out an application in order to complete the registration for each child registered age 4-9.
GRAND CAMP
Dates: June 10-12, June 13-15, June 24-26, June 27-29, July 8-10, July 11-13
Description: For grand-kids and a grandparent or two! Come and strengthen the very important relationship between grandparents and grandchildren in a faith-based setting. You’ll spend 3 days/2 nights participating in a variety of activities, all led by our experienced summer staff. This is a great way to familiarize younger children with Camp Sumatanga before they attend a week-long, overnight camp by themselves! Grandparents and grand-kids will participate in camp activities such as swimming, crafts, hiking, games, devotions, and worship. The accommodations provided have private bathrooms and linen/towels are provided for our guests.
These intergenerational camps are for adults and children age 4-9. Adults will also need to fill out an application in order to complete the registration for each child registered age 4-9.
pre-elementary camp
TASTE OF CAMP
Dates: June 3-5, June 6-8, June 24-26, June 27-29, July 1-3
Description: Taste of Camp is an introductory camp session designed to give rising 3rd- 4th graders an exciting, first-time summer camp experience. Campers will spend two nights and three days at Camp Sumatanga. Bible lessons, games, swimming, crafts, and much more will help our newest campers to feel right at home. Taste of Camp is a perfect beginning Camp Sumatanga experience.
Dates: June 3-5, June 6-8, June 24-26, June 27-29, July 1-3
Description: Taste of Camp is an introductory camp session designed to give rising 3rd- 4th graders an exciting, first-time summer camp experience. Campers will spend two nights and three days at Camp Sumatanga. Bible lessons, games, swimming, crafts, and much more will help our newest campers to feel right at home. Taste of Camp is a perfect beginning Camp Sumatanga experience.
ELEMENTARY CAMPs
Dates: June 10-15, June 17-22, July 15-20
Description: Our elementary camps are designed to encourage and inspire campers on their faith journeys through bible exploration, worship, singing, and Christian community. Campers will also participate in traditional summer camp activities such as swimming, hiking, canoeing, crafts, group games, and so much more!
Description: Our elementary camps are designed to encourage and inspire campers on their faith journeys through bible exploration, worship, singing, and Christian community. Campers will also participate in traditional summer camp activities such as swimming, hiking, canoeing, crafts, group games, and so much more!
MID HIGH CAMPS
Dates: June 3-8, June 17-22
Description:Our mid-high camps give youth an opportunity to personally engage in God's word as they transition from hearing to actively listening and discussing their faith with peers. To aid in this transition, campers will be placed in family groups to create intentional, Christian community. Mid-High Camp also offers more freedom to choose what the activities they will participate in each day. These choices include swimming, hiking, the Alpine Tower, basketball, archery, and many more exciting activities.
Description:Our mid-high camps give youth an opportunity to personally engage in God's word as they transition from hearing to actively listening and discussing their faith with peers. To aid in this transition, campers will be placed in family groups to create intentional, Christian community. Mid-High Camp also offers more freedom to choose what the activities they will participate in each day. These choices include swimming, hiking, the Alpine Tower, basketball, archery, and many more exciting activities.
SENIOR HIGH CAMPS
Dates: June 10-15, July 8-13
Description: Senior High camps offer a week of spiritual formation and leadership development through creative worship, intentional fellowship, and outdoor adventures. Activities like rock climbing, swimming, crafts, hiking, archery, and many other favorites provide daily recreation. Campers will also participate in small groups for discussion and reflection as well as large group activities for community formation. Senior High camps provide opportunities for spiritual growth through empowerment, worship, and community formation.
Description: Senior High camps offer a week of spiritual formation and leadership development through creative worship, intentional fellowship, and outdoor adventures. Activities like rock climbing, swimming, crafts, hiking, archery, and many other favorites provide daily recreation. Campers will also participate in small groups for discussion and reflection as well as large group activities for community formation. Senior High camps provide opportunities for spiritual growth through empowerment, worship, and community formation.
SPECIALTY CAMPS
ELEMENTARY SPORTS CAMP
Dates: June 24-29
Description: Sports Camp offers a variety of sports and games, as well as the traditional summer camp activities such as swimming and hiking. Campers learn basics for several sports such as baseball, soccer, basketball, and more. After an enjoyable day full playing hard, campers will enjoy evening group activities and a daily closing worship then retire to air conditioned rooms for a good night's sleep. Out hope is that campers will gain an understanding of what hard work and teamwork mean in God's Kingdom. Campers are encouraged to bring their own sports gear and their favorite teams' jerseys. Come join the Sumatanga team this summer in 2018!
MID HIGH EXTREME
Dates: June 24-29
Description: Mid-High Extreme is designed to challenge campers with an emphasis on fun and adventure. Their will be several group games throughout the week that will inspire campers to find joy in the everyday adventure of God's Kingdom. Along with the group games, campers will get to experience the traditional summer camp activities such as swimming and archery. All of these activities and games will help to center campers and their small groups around an incredible time with God where you can expect to grow in your faith through group devotions, worship, singing, and much more. Our hope is that every camper will not only enjoy the fun and adventure, but also develop a better appreciation for God's creation. Come join us for an extreme week of camp!
MID HIGH DAUGHTERS OF THE KING (DoK)
Dates: July 15-20
Description: Daughters of the King is a truly unique camps for young women. DoK camp is specifically designed for Mid-High girls to explore what it means to be, and what it takes to be, a woman of God. Through bible study, skits, small group discussion, crafts and much more , campers will learn how to thrive as women of God in their daily lives. Being a camp for just girls, campers will have a chance to talk openly with each other and their leaders about living in our current culture and how to chase after God above all else. Come experience being a Daughter of the King!
SENIOR HIGH LEADERSHIP
Dates: June 3-8
Description: There are so many things pulling teenagers in all directions such as peer pressure, social media, social expectations, and future plans. All of these and more can make it difficult to stay strong and solid in one's faith walk with God. If this sounds like you then come to Leadership Camp and become better equipped to handle and face life's many tough decisions. Through service projects, community formation, and small group discussions campers will learn what it means to be a servant-leader in this ever-changing world.
SENIOR HIGH REMIX
Dates: June 17-22
Description: Senior High Remix offers a week of spiritual formation, creative worships, intentional Christian community in a small group setting. By mixing up some of the larger senior high camp routines, campers will have the experience of seeing Camp Sumatanga from a new perspective. Of course each camper will still get to experience many of the traditional summer camp activities such as crafts, swimming, archery, Alpine Tower, and much more. Come join us this summer and remix what you thought a traditional summer camp session could be!
SENIOR HIGH BACKPACKING
Dates: June 24-29
Description: Backpacking Camp will offer an adventure filled week in nature backpacking and sleeping under the stars along the trail. Backpacking Camp will not only teach youth some basic necessary skills for backpacking, but also help them appreciate God's creation. We hope campers will begin to understand the fragile balance between the abuse of nature, and God's call for us to steward all of creation.
In addition to regular camp gear, each camper will need a multi-day backpack, hiking boots, sleeping bag, water bottle, and mess kit. Don't panic about equipment, if you cant find something , maybe Sumatanga has it-just contact us! A complete packing list will be sent after registration and subsequently leading up to the camp session. No previous backpacking experience needed, just a willingness to try and something new and adventurous!
Dates: June 24-29
Description: Sports Camp offers a variety of sports and games, as well as the traditional summer camp activities such as swimming and hiking. Campers learn basics for several sports such as baseball, soccer, basketball, and more. After an enjoyable day full playing hard, campers will enjoy evening group activities and a daily closing worship then retire to air conditioned rooms for a good night's sleep. Out hope is that campers will gain an understanding of what hard work and teamwork mean in God's Kingdom. Campers are encouraged to bring their own sports gear and their favorite teams' jerseys. Come join the Sumatanga team this summer in 2018!
MID HIGH EXTREME
Dates: June 24-29
Description: Mid-High Extreme is designed to challenge campers with an emphasis on fun and adventure. Their will be several group games throughout the week that will inspire campers to find joy in the everyday adventure of God's Kingdom. Along with the group games, campers will get to experience the traditional summer camp activities such as swimming and archery. All of these activities and games will help to center campers and their small groups around an incredible time with God where you can expect to grow in your faith through group devotions, worship, singing, and much more. Our hope is that every camper will not only enjoy the fun and adventure, but also develop a better appreciation for God's creation. Come join us for an extreme week of camp!
MID HIGH DAUGHTERS OF THE KING (DoK)
Dates: July 15-20
Description: Daughters of the King is a truly unique camps for young women. DoK camp is specifically designed for Mid-High girls to explore what it means to be, and what it takes to be, a woman of God. Through bible study, skits, small group discussion, crafts and much more , campers will learn how to thrive as women of God in their daily lives. Being a camp for just girls, campers will have a chance to talk openly with each other and their leaders about living in our current culture and how to chase after God above all else. Come experience being a Daughter of the King!
SENIOR HIGH LEADERSHIP
Dates: June 3-8
Description: There are so many things pulling teenagers in all directions such as peer pressure, social media, social expectations, and future plans. All of these and more can make it difficult to stay strong and solid in one's faith walk with God. If this sounds like you then come to Leadership Camp and become better equipped to handle and face life's many tough decisions. Through service projects, community formation, and small group discussions campers will learn what it means to be a servant-leader in this ever-changing world.
SENIOR HIGH REMIX
Dates: June 17-22
Description: Senior High Remix offers a week of spiritual formation, creative worships, intentional Christian community in a small group setting. By mixing up some of the larger senior high camp routines, campers will have the experience of seeing Camp Sumatanga from a new perspective. Of course each camper will still get to experience many of the traditional summer camp activities such as crafts, swimming, archery, Alpine Tower, and much more. Come join us this summer and remix what you thought a traditional summer camp session could be!
SENIOR HIGH BACKPACKING
Dates: June 24-29
Description: Backpacking Camp will offer an adventure filled week in nature backpacking and sleeping under the stars along the trail. Backpacking Camp will not only teach youth some basic necessary skills for backpacking, but also help them appreciate God's creation. We hope campers will begin to understand the fragile balance between the abuse of nature, and God's call for us to steward all of creation.
In addition to regular camp gear, each camper will need a multi-day backpack, hiking boots, sleeping bag, water bottle, and mess kit. Don't panic about equipment, if you cant find something , maybe Sumatanga has it-just contact us! A complete packing list will be sent after registration and subsequently leading up to the camp session. No previous backpacking experience needed, just a willingness to try and something new and adventurous!
BASE CAMPs
ELEMENTARY BASE CAMP
Dates: July 1-3
Description: Elementary Base Camp is our half-week, introductory outdoor camp designed to give rising 4th-6th graders a first time, outdoor camping experience. Campers will spend the week sleeping outdoors, eating a meal or two over the fire, and enjoying the wondrous creation God made for us. Campers will also be introduced and enjoy our traditional summer camp activities such as swimming at the pool, crafts, and singing silly songs. Our hope is that we can begin to introduce campers to the outdoors and help them appreciate our call to steward God's creation. Come and camp out with us this summer in 2018!
Campers will sleep outdoors on raised, wooden tent platforms covered by tarps.
MID HIGH BASE CAMPS
Dates: June 10-15, July 15-20
Description: Base Camps are designed to challenge campers with an emphasis on adventure programming and small group, community formation. Adventure programming will include activities such as canoeing, hiking, the Alpine Tower, and cooking meals over an open fire. Campers will also build community through small group discussions that will ask the tough faith and life questions in a safe community of fellow believers. Our hope for the week is that campers will not only enjoy the outdoor adventure, but also develop a better appreciation for God's creation as well as His calling to follow Him.
Campers will sleep outdoors on raised, wooden tent platforms covered by tarps.
Dates: July 1-3
Description: Elementary Base Camp is our half-week, introductory outdoor camp designed to give rising 4th-6th graders a first time, outdoor camping experience. Campers will spend the week sleeping outdoors, eating a meal or two over the fire, and enjoying the wondrous creation God made for us. Campers will also be introduced and enjoy our traditional summer camp activities such as swimming at the pool, crafts, and singing silly songs. Our hope is that we can begin to introduce campers to the outdoors and help them appreciate our call to steward God's creation. Come and camp out with us this summer in 2018!
Campers will sleep outdoors on raised, wooden tent platforms covered by tarps.
MID HIGH BASE CAMPS
Dates: June 10-15, July 15-20
Description: Base Camps are designed to challenge campers with an emphasis on adventure programming and small group, community formation. Adventure programming will include activities such as canoeing, hiking, the Alpine Tower, and cooking meals over an open fire. Campers will also build community through small group discussions that will ask the tough faith and life questions in a safe community of fellow believers. Our hope for the week is that campers will not only enjoy the outdoor adventure, but also develop a better appreciation for God's creation as well as His calling to follow Him.
Campers will sleep outdoors on raised, wooden tent platforms covered by tarps.
Horse Camps
ELEMENTARY HORSE CAMP
Dates: June 3-8, June 24-29
Description: Spend a week learning about and riding horses. There is no equestrian experience needed to enjoy this specialty camp simply an openness to learning more about horses! Regular camp activities like swimming, crafts, hiking, Bible study, and worship are also a part of this unique experience.
This summer we are also excited to partner with Ride Along Farms, a local organization, to further enhance your camper's experience. Come join the Sumatanga herd this summer!
MID-HIGH HORSE
Dates: June 17-22, July 8-13
Description: Spend a week learning about and riding horses. There is no equestrian experience needed to enjoy this specialty camp simply an openness to learning more about horses! Regular camp activities like swimming, crafts, hiking, Bible study, and worship are also a part of this unique experience.
This summer we are also excited to partner with Ride Along Farms, a local organization, to further enhance your camper's experience. Come join the Sumatanga herd this summer!
SENIOR HIGH HORSE
Dates: July 15-20
Description: Spend a week learning about and riding horses. There is no equestrian experience needed to enjoy this specialty camp simply an openness to learning more about horses! Regular camp activities like swimming, crafts, hiking, Bible study, and worship are also a part of this unique experience.
This summer we are also excited to partner with Ride Along Farms, a local organization, to further enhance your camper's experience. Come join the Sumatanga herd this summer!
Dates: June 3-8, June 24-29
Description: Spend a week learning about and riding horses. There is no equestrian experience needed to enjoy this specialty camp simply an openness to learning more about horses! Regular camp activities like swimming, crafts, hiking, Bible study, and worship are also a part of this unique experience.
This summer we are also excited to partner with Ride Along Farms, a local organization, to further enhance your camper's experience. Come join the Sumatanga herd this summer!
MID-HIGH HORSE
Dates: June 17-22, July 8-13
Description: Spend a week learning about and riding horses. There is no equestrian experience needed to enjoy this specialty camp simply an openness to learning more about horses! Regular camp activities like swimming, crafts, hiking, Bible study, and worship are also a part of this unique experience.
This summer we are also excited to partner with Ride Along Farms, a local organization, to further enhance your camper's experience. Come join the Sumatanga herd this summer!
SENIOR HIGH HORSE
Dates: July 15-20
Description: Spend a week learning about and riding horses. There is no equestrian experience needed to enjoy this specialty camp simply an openness to learning more about horses! Regular camp activities like swimming, crafts, hiking, Bible study, and worship are also a part of this unique experience.
This summer we are also excited to partner with Ride Along Farms, a local organization, to further enhance your camper's experience. Come join the Sumatanga herd this summer!
MUsic and arts camp
Dates: July 8-13
Description: Music and Arts campers will spend the week immersed in the arts. Campers will spend about 3 hours a day in various choral rehearsals led by some of the best directors in the state. In addition, each camper will get the opportunity to choose two focus classes that interest them. In the midst of all of the singing and learning, campers will get to participate in the many other summer camp activities such as bible studies, swimming, archery, and much more on a daily basis. The week builds to a powerful conclusion in a combined children and youth concert on Friday night. Bring the whole family and your friends to hear the choirs sing, the bells rings, and experience the joyful noises that will raise the roof!
Camper check-out will follow the Friday evening performance.
Description: Music and Arts campers will spend the week immersed in the arts. Campers will spend about 3 hours a day in various choral rehearsals led by some of the best directors in the state. In addition, each camper will get the opportunity to choose two focus classes that interest them. In the midst of all of the singing and learning, campers will get to participate in the many other summer camp activities such as bible studies, swimming, archery, and much more on a daily basis. The week builds to a powerful conclusion in a combined children and youth concert on Friday night. Bring the whole family and your friends to hear the choirs sing, the bells rings, and experience the joyful noises that will raise the roof!
Camper check-out will follow the Friday evening performance.
SPECIAL CAMPS
Sumatanga has been hosting camps for youth and adults with intellectual and cognitive disabilities for over 30 years. Every summer, campers and volunteers come together to celebrate God, friendship and nature. Our camp maintains a 1:1 or 1:2 ratio of counselors to campers. Female and male campers bunk separately, but spend waking hours with their family groups. All camps have a registered nurse on site to administer medications and assess the health of our campers. During summer camp, campers have fun participating in several activities including: canoeing, swimming, ropes course, hiking, crafts, picnics, music and games! After lunch a daily nap is thoroughly enjoyed to ensure plenty and lots of energy! Evening activities at camp involve everyone getting together for a big event. They include movies, stories around the campfire, games and dance. After the evening activities, campers and counselors enjoy an evening snack before heading off to bed.
Youth Special Camp (June 18-23): Contact Deborah Wyatt at 256-307-5083 or deborahwyatt22@yahoo.com
Adult Special Camp (July 16-21): Contact Joy Davis at 256-658-8359 or joyes64@yahoo.com
Youth Special Camp (June 18-23): Contact Deborah Wyatt at 256-307-5083 or deborahwyatt22@yahoo.com
Adult Special Camp (July 16-21): Contact Joy Davis at 256-658-8359 or joyes64@yahoo.com