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$285 Per Person
When a teenager attends Southland's summer teen camps, they are placed into a cabin of approximately 8 campers of like gender and age. Each cabin has a counselor who is dedicated to making the week of camp a success. Southland's junior camp serves young people who are 8 years old/going into the 3rd grade through those going into seventh grade.
All campers must submit a completed registration form by June 1st to avoid being charged an additional registration fee of $25. The Early Bird Discount (see below) applies to those who have submitted a completed registration form and the $25 registration. Camp opens for registration on Monday at 2:00 PM and continues till 4:00 PM. Departure is Saturday by 9:00 AM.
Arrival: Registration is from 2 - 4:30 p.m. on Monday. Camper activities begin at 5:00 p.m.
Departure: All camps are dismissed after breakfast on the last day of camp at 9 a.m. No camper will be allowed to leave early without prior written permission from a parent.
Sponsors: Due to limited sponsor housing and growing numbers, we are asking that only two sponsors per ten campers register to ensure a spot on site. Any additional sponsors that register will be put on a waiting list for camp housing and must be willing (if needed) to book their own hotel. The camp fee will be $75 per person if staying in town. Sponsor children do not count as “sponsors” or count towards camper total. Available housing is first come, first serve. Individuals should note any special requests (i.e. allergy or handicapped needs) in the comment section. We are no longer able to offer the sponsor discount previously offered.
All campers must submit a completed registration form by June 1st to avoid being charged an additional registration fee of $25. The Early Bird Discount (see below) applies to those who have submitted a completed registration form and the $25 registration. Camp opens for registration on Monday at 2:00 PM and continues till 4:00 PM. Departure is Saturday by 9:00 AM.
Arrival: Registration is from 2 - 4:30 p.m. on Monday. Camper activities begin at 5:00 p.m.
Departure: All camps are dismissed after breakfast on the last day of camp at 9 a.m. No camper will be allowed to leave early without prior written permission from a parent.
Sponsors: Due to limited sponsor housing and growing numbers, we are asking that only two sponsors per ten campers register to ensure a spot on site. Any additional sponsors that register will be put on a waiting list for camp housing and must be willing (if needed) to book their own hotel. The camp fee will be $75 per person if staying in town. Sponsor children do not count as “sponsors” or count towards camper total. Available housing is first come, first serve. Individuals should note any special requests (i.e. allergy or handicapped needs) in the comment section. We are no longer able to offer the sponsor discount previously offered.
DEAR PARENTS,
We are so grateful for the trust and confidence you are placing in their ministry to your young people. The camp takes safety, both physical and spiritual, very seriously and understand the weight of caring for a large group of young children for a week. You can be assured that situations ranging from water activities, conversations in the cabin, amount of sugar intake, etc. are closely monitored by the Southland counselors on a 24/7 basis. Southland's policy during Junior weeks is that counselors stay with their campers at all times. In other words, Junior campers are always with a responsible adult. If you have any questions about policy or have additional concerns, please reach out to the camp office at 318.894.9154. They staff are ready to assist you and ensure that your child has a fun and safe week of Junior camp.
Sincerely,
The Southland Staff
Sincerely,
The Southland Staff
ARRIVAL & DEPARTUREArrival: Registration is from 2 - 4:30 p.m. on Monday. Camper activities begin at 5:00 p.m.
Departure: All camps are dismissed after breakfast on the last day of camp at 9 a.m. No camper will be allowed to leave early without prior written permission from a parent. TO BRING & NOT TO BRINGWhat to Bring: Bible, notebook, pen, toiletries, casual clothes, sports clothes for activities, swimsuits, shoes for informal services and recreation, old clothes and shoes for water activities, spending money, bedding, pillow, towels and washcloth for those staying in cabins. All bedding and towels are provided for sponsors staying in the Fellowship Inn or Stokes Lodge. If desired, you may also bring a camera, fishing pole, and baseball glove.
What NOT to Bring: Alcoholic beverages, non-prescription drugs, tobacco, fireworks, firearms, MP3 players, radios, tape players, CD players, walkie-talkies, TV’s, video games, computers, cellular tele-phones, pagers, magazines, short shorts or short skirts, tight slack or tight jeans, or T-shirts with worldly advertising. Campers cannot keep food in the cabins. Pets are not allowed on the campsite. DRESS CODEGirls/Ladies Dress: All clothing worn for daily activities must be loose-fitting and reach the top of the knees. Slits in skirts must not come above the knee. Tops must cover the shoulders (no sleeveless) and must not be low cut in the front or the back. Loose-fitting slacks/jeans are acceptable for recreation (please no ripped jeans). Knee-length skirts or dresses must be worn to each evening service. Swimsuits must be a modest one piece.
Boys/Men Dress: All clothing worn for daily activities must be loose-fitting and reach the top of the knees. Tank tops may not be worn. Long pants and shirts with collars are required for evening services. SPONSORSSponsors: Prices listed for a camp week apply to both campers and sponsors. Due to limited sponsor housing, we can only allow two sponsors per ten campers to stay on site. Additional sponsors will be put on a waiting list and should be prepared to book their own hotel. Newborns are permitted and we do have a limited amount of space for sponsor children ages 2-7 for half price. The early bird discount does not apply for sponsor children.
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SPONSORSChristian Conduct: As a Christian organization, Southland maintains standards of conduct, music, and separation. Separate swim times are scheduled for male and female campers. The use of tobacco, alcohol, or any form of illegal drugs is strictly forbidden. We reserve the right to request a change of clothing or behavior deemed inappropriate. Any non-cooperative or non-compliant attendees are subject to dismissal at their own expense.
Lost & Found: Found items not requested within 30 days will be discarded. Requested items will be mailed C.O.D. Emergencies: In case of emergency, call the office at (318) 894-9154. Under normal circumstances, campers should not be called or visited. Telephones are not available for camper use, except in case of emergency. Reservation Information: Once capacity has been reached, reservations will no longer be accepted. To ensure a place in the camp week of your choice, you must return a completed registration form along with the $25 per person registration fee as soon as possible. The $25 registration fee is non-refundable and non-transferrable and will be applied toward your total camp fee. Last-minute reservations are not guaranteed. Walk-ons are not permitted. Meals: All meals are included in the registration cost. Attendees having special dietary needs will need to bring their own supplements that can be prepared in a microwave or toaster oven. |
EXTRA CAMP COSTS
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COFFEE SHOP – we have a variety of coffee drinks that are available and the prices range from $2.50 to $4.50 per drink. The coffee shop is open every day for about 4 hours. If you want a coffee every day, plan to spend around $15 over the course of the week.
SNACK SHOP – from candy bars, to popcorn, to soda drinks, to granola bars, and sports drinks, the snack shop will keep the camper hydrated, fueled, and happy. Prices range from $0.50 for candy to $3.50 for ice-cream. The snack shop is also open every day for about 4 hours. You can expect to spend about $12 at the snack shop. BOOKSTORE – the bookstore offers a plethora of souvenirs from Southland. Hats, t-shirts, fidget spinners, more candy, water bottles, and much more are available to every camper. The bookstore is also open every day for approximately 4 hours. You could easily spend $20 here. |
PAINTBALL – this is one of those activities that many campers LOVE. The Paintball course is open 3 times during the week. The cost is $10 per round and another $5 to refill the hopper. It’s an optional activity so take into consideration what the camper will desire to do. You could spend $20-$30 here if they really enjoy Paintball.
ARCHERY ATTACK – this is one of our newest events and the campers love it. For $5 a camper can play for about an 1 ½ hours. Most campers will play at least twice during the week. RIFLE RANGE – the rifle range is $1 per clip and each clip hold 12 bullets. Most campers will do this activity only 1 time and buy 2-3 clips. MEDIA – we have a variety of media options which campers can choose from to remember their fun week at Southland. Highlight DVD’s, picture CD’s, sermon CD’s, and much more are available. |
CAMP COST: $285
REGISTER ON OR BEFORE FEBRUARY 1 TO SAVE $25!
Please contact your group leader for your church code before you register.
New to Southland? Contact the office for important church group leader information!
Group leaders should register themselves and their immediate family members through the camper/sponsor registration button, using the same assigned login information.
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*For scholarship applications please contact our camp secretary at [email protected]!
*Please note that Southland no longer accepts printed registration forms.
*Please note that Southland no longer accepts printed registration forms.
REGISTRATION GUIDELINES
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General Registration Guidelines
Southland purposes to provide the best customer experience possible, which begins with the registration process. To improve efficiency, order, and accuracy, all registrations must now be completed by the parents of campers through our online system. We no longer accept mailed or emailed forms. Each church will be given a specific code which will be entered by the individual at checkout. This code connects the individual to the correct church and bills the church accordingly. Please do not share this code with anyone outside of your church unless you are transporting them and collecting their funds. A $25 registration fee is required along with the registration form. No reservation is made until the fee and form are submitted. Group leaders are not permitted to register on others’ behalf for both private and legal reasons. Additional Fees and Refunds The $25 registration fee is non-refundable for dropouts and non-transferable to another person. In addition, we are unable to offer refunds for partial weeks, i.e. for campers that leave early or arrive late. The only refund we may offer is the balance (minus the registration fee) paid for a “no-show” camper, if requested by Friday of the camp week. Any registrations made after June 1st will incur an additional $25 late fee per person. We do not accept any walk-ons or new registrations on Monday of the camp week. Roommate Requests Southland promotes a philosophy of integration and friendliness between churches. Therefore, we do not intentionally house more than three campers from one church in the same cabin. Each camper may request up to two roommates, but they are not guaranteed. If a youth pastor or pastor wishes to make differing requests, he must do so at least one week before the first day of the registered week. Requests must be even – i.e. two for two between cabins. Sponsor Information Due to limited sponsor housing and growing numbers, we ask that only two sponsors per ten campers register to ensure a spot onsite. Any additional sponsors that register will be put on a waiting list for camp housing and must be willing (if needed) to book their own hotel. Anyone staying in town will be given a half-price discount at check-in. Sponsor children do not count as “sponsors” or count towards camper total. Available housing is first come, first serve. Individuals should note any special requests (i.e. allergy or handicapped needs) in the comment section. We are no longer able to offer the sponsor discount previously offered. Limited RV sites are available; first-come, first-serve. Due to the constantly changing nature of the registration list, housing is not solidified until at least 10 days prior to the event. We appreciate your patience in waiting for the housing assignments via email after that point |
Payment Process
As detailed in the general registration guidelines, we must have both the form and the $25 registration fee for the reservation to be viable. Group leaders are responsible for collecting the remaining balance from the individuals which will be due in one check or card transaction upon arrival. Southland is unable to take individual payments for the remaining balance. Payment is due on Monday for the entire group. Late or uncertain arrivals must still be paid for up-front at check-in. Any discounts, dropouts, or late fees will also be accounted for at check-in. Check-In and Check-Out Check-in is open from 2-4:30 p.m. in the gym. Drivers will receive parking instructions at the entrance. Campers may leave their luggage at the vehicles until they meet their counselors. As mentioned in the payment process, churches must pay for their entire group in one check or card transaction. This payment is due at time of check-in, regardless of whether a person is arriving early or late. Check-out occurs on Saturday morning after breakfast, typically around 9 a.m. Sponsors are asked to check out at the office to return keys and lanyards, as well as pick up the sponsor packet and any picture orders. Anyone planning to leave camp before the official check-out, must notify the office at least a day in advance. Additional information may be needed to ship orders or permit campers to leave early. Waiting List In the event of a waiting list (if camp week is completely full), you will be automatically waitlisted for the week you have selected on the registration form. You will be notified and charged the registration fee if the individual makes it off the waiting list. We are unable to make “switches” for churches (i.e. substitute the new person for a dropout). The new person will go to the end of the waiting list to wait their turn, and the dropout will be replaced by the next person on the camp’s waiting list. Scholarship Campers Pastors or youth pastors interested in applying for scholarships must contact the office to verify if a camper is eligible. Scholarships are reserved for unsaved and unchurched young people. If the camper is eligible, the pastor will be given a coupon code which the camper will put in at the end of the registration form for checkout. Please feel free to contact the office with any further questions. |
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7:30 - Rise and Shine
7:30-8:25 - Cabin Chores 7:30-8:20 - Bayou Beans 8:25-8:28 - Flag Raising 8:30-9:00 - Breakfast 9:00-9:30 - Church Pictures 9:30-10:30 - Morning Chapel 10:30-11:00 - God and I Time 11:10-11:50 - “Medic Dodgeball” 11:50-12:25 - Cabin Pictures 12:00-12:25 - Counselor Follow-up 12:30-1:00 - Lunch 1:10-2:00 - PLB |
2:00-4:45 - Free Time*
2:00-3:15 - Girls Swim Time 3:30-4:45 - Guys Swim Time 5:00-5:25 - Camper Choir 5:30-6:00 - Supper 6:10-7:00 - “Circular Soccer” 7:15-8:00 - SS/BB/GS 7:00-8:00 - Evening Service Prep 8:15-9:45 - Evening Service 9:45-10:30 - Free Time 10:30-10:45 - Get Ready for Bed 10:45-11:00 - Cabin Devotions 11:00 - Lights Out |
Free Time Activities Tuesday – Friday
2:00-4:00 Tues & Thurs - Rifle Range ($1 per clip) 2:00-4:30 - Snack Shop (SS), General Store (GS) Zip Line, Bayou Beans (BB), Gyroscope, Rock Wall, Lake/Boating Sign Up Events / Check Out - Paintball ($10 per player) Wed & Fri - Archery Attack ($3 per player) - Archery Range |
Please understand that this schedule was taken from a previous summer camp and is subject to minor changes.
