2025 Camps Offered by the Christian Church in Illinois-Wisconsin
Throughout the history of CCIW’s Outdoor Ministries, the safety and well-being of our campers have been of utmost concern. To assure this, policies are in place regarding qualifications for staff members as background checks are conducted annually. Valuing our campers, we also value the gifts and talents of those who volunteer to serve with our campers. In keeping with this, we welcome the gifts of all regardless of race, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, transgender status, age, or disability.
You & Me (K-5th + Adults)
Dates
Camp runs from 4:00PM on Sunday June 15, 2025 through 10:00AM on Wednesday June 18, 2025.
Ages
The camp is open to K-5th children and an adult chosen by the parents/guardians (if two adults want to bring a child, we welcome this too!)
Cost
You & Me costs $160 per person (both child and adult must register) plus processing fees if applicable.
Beginners (K-3rd)
Dates
Camp runs from 6:00PM on Thursday, June 19, 2025 through 1:00PM on Saturday June 21, 2025.
Ages
Beginners is open to K-3rd children who have just completed one of these grades (3rd graders can also register for JYF camp).
Cost
Beginners costs $140 per camper plus processing fees if applicable.
JYF (3rd-5th)
Dates
Camp runs from 4:00PM on Sunday, June 22, 2025 through 10:00AM on Saturday, June 28, 2025.
Ages
JYF is open to 3rd-5th children who have just completed one of these grades (3rd graders can also register for Beginners camp).
Cost
JYF costs $375 per camper plus processing fees (if applicable) before April 30 and $400 plus processing fees (if applicable) after April 30. For information on additional discounts, click here to access our FAQs page.
Chi-Rho (6th-8th)
Dates
Camp runs from 4:00PM on Sunday, June 29, 2025 through 10:00AM on Saturday, July 5, 2025.
Ages
Chi-Rho is open to 6th-8th grade youth who have just completed one of these grades.
Cost
Chi-Rho costs $375 per camper plus processing fees (if applicable) before April 30 and $400 plus processing fees (if applicable) after April 30. For information on additional discounts, click here to access our FAQs page.
CYF (9th-12th)
Dates
Camp runs from 4:00PM on Sunday, June 8, 2025 through 10:00AM on Saturday, June 14, 2025.
Ages
CYF is open to youth who have just completed the 9th-12th grades.
Cost
CYF costs $375 per camper plus processing fees (if applicable) before April 30 and $400 plus processing fees (if applicable) after April 30. For information on additional discounts, click here to access our FAQs page.
Family Camp (All Ages)
Dates
Family Camp is offered twice each year, Memorial Day Weekend and Labor Day Weekend.
Memorial Day Weekend Family Camp will run Thursday, May 22, 2025 through Monday, May 26, 2025.
Labor Day Weekend Family Camp will run Thursday, August 28, 2025 through Monday, September 1, 2025.
Ages
Family Camp is open to all ages and family however you define it! Anyone under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.
Cost
Family camp costs $10 per family plus $20/person/night for indoor lodging and $10/person/night for outdoor lodging.
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Service Week
Dates
The service week runs from 4PM on Sunday, June 1, 2025 through 10AM on Saturday, June 7, 2025. Come for all or part of the week as you’re able!
Ages
All ages are welcome but anyone under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian or an adult sponsor.
Cost
Free! You’re volunteering your time, energy, and expertise or willingness to learn. Housing and food are on us at the camp!
LGBTQ+ Camp
Dates
The LGBTQ+ Camp runs from the evening on Friday, August 1, 2025 through the morning on Monday, August 4, 2025.
Ages
This camp is designed for youth in grades 8-12 & accompanying adult sponsors. Each youth (or group of youth) must be accompanied by a sponsor.
Cost
Free! Thanks to the generosity of a grant, we are able to offer this retreat at no cost to all participants (up to 40 youth and sponsors).
Social Justice Camp
Dates
The Social Justice Camp runs from the evening on Friday, July 25, 2025 through midday on Sunday, July 27, 2025.
Ages
This camp is designed for youth who have completed grades 6-12 and accompanying adult sponsors. Each youth (or group of youth) must be accompanied by a sponsor.
Cost
This camp experience will cost $125 per participant (both youth and sponsors will need to pay).
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