SUMMER CAMPS 2023
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Frontier Frenzy 2023 will be an incredible summer of youth camp. Come and enjoy a week of exciting activities, exhilarating games, Bible based preaching, and much more. Below you will find scheduling information, registration options, and what to expect during your week of camp. Very important information is highlighted with red, bold font type.
Please consult your youth sponsor or a Southland staff member before filling out a specialized registration form.
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Southland Christian Camp's primary ministry is to the youth of the churches in the Southern region of the United States. The purpose of the camp is to help young people Initiate their Passion for Christ, Identify their Life Purpose, and Ignite their Potential for the Lord. Ever aspect of Southland's camp experience is designed to assist campers to take the NEXT STEP in their walk with the Lord. This is the heartbeat of Southland Christian Ministries.
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Note: All campers must submit a completed registration form fourteen days before camp week to avoid being charged an additional registration fee. Church groups may make advanced reservations, but can only take advantage of the Early Bird Discount (see below) if they have submitted a completed registration form and the $25 registration fee for each camper. Arrival/DepartureCamp opens for registration on Monday at 2:00 PM and continues till 4:00 PM. Departure is Saturday by 9:00 AM.
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2023 SCHEDULE
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Teen 1 | Jim Schettler
June 5-10 |
Teen 2 | Chuck Gourley
June 19-24 |
Teen 3 | Scott Pauley
June 26-July 1 |
Teen 3 | Johnny Pope
June 26-July 1 |
Teen 4 | John Goetsch
July 10-15 |
Teen 4 | Eric Goetsch
July 10-15 |
Teen 5 | Mark Herbster
July 17-22 |
Teen 6 | Taylor Gillaspie
July 24-29 |
JUNIOR
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Junior 1 | Micah Self
June 26-July 1 |
Junior 2 | Bob Roberts
July 17-22 |
Junior 3 | Ron DeGarde
July 24-29 |
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.
What to Bring: Bible, notebook, pen, toiletries, casual clothes, sports clothes for activities, swim suit (girls-modest one piece; boys-swimming trunks), 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.
Do not bring: Alcoholic beverages, non-prescription drugs, tobacco, fireworks, firearms, smart phones, tablets, CD players, TV’s, video games, computers, magazines, short shorts or short skirts, tight slack or tight jeans, T-shirts with worldly advertising. Campers cannot keep food in the cabins. Pets are not allowed on the campsite.
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.
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.
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.
What to Bring: Bible, notebook, pen, toiletries, casual clothes, sports clothes for activities, swim suit (girls-modest one piece; boys-swimming trunks), 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.
Do not bring: Alcoholic beverages, non-prescription drugs, tobacco, fireworks, firearms, smart phones, tablets, CD players, TV’s, video games, computers, magazines, short shorts or short skirts, tight slack or tight jeans, T-shirts with worldly advertising. Campers cannot keep food in the cabins. Pets are not allowed on the campsite.
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.
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.
EXTRA CAMP COSTS
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, 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. This is a great place to utilize any spare change that has been collected throughout the week.
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.
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, 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. This is a great place to utilize any spare change that has been collected throughout the week.
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.
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Teen camps are the primary camps each summer at Southland. Each summer hundreds of teenagers attend camp and have an absolutely incredible experience. Click here to read what teen campers think of summer camp at Southland.
When a teenager attends Southland's summer teen camps, they are placed into a cabin of approximately 8 campers of your gender and age. Each cabin has a counselor who is dedicated to making the week of camp a success. Southland's teen camp serves young people who are going into the 7th grade through those who have just graduated from high-school. |
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A STEP-BY-STEP PROCESS TO ATTEND SUMMER CAMP
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1. Decide which camp week you would like to attend (or) talk with your youth pastor to find out what week your church will be attending.
2. Visit Southland's website and register for your selected week. |
3. When you register, pay a $25 registration fee to reserve your spot.
4. Get excited, pack your bags, hop in your car/bus/van and drive to Southland Christian Camp! |
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When you attend a week of Junior camp at Southland, you are in for one of the greatest weeks of your entire year. Enjoy rides down the gator glide, fun and exciting team competition, jaw-breaker candy from the bookstore, ice-cream from the snack shop, swimming in the pool, and much more. The Junior camp experience is designed just for kids your age. You will certainly enjoy meeting new friends, eating great food, getting lots of outdoor experience, and growing in your relationship with Jesus Christ. Five days of epic fun, only at Southland's Junior Camp program. Check it out!
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Southland's junior camp serves young people who are going into the 3rd grade through those who are going into 7th grade.
A STEP-BY-STEP PROCESS TO ATTEND SUMMER CAMP
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1. Decide which camp week you would like to attend (or) talk with your youth pastor/children's director to find out what week your church will be attending.
2. Visit Southland's website and register for your selected week. |
3. When you register, pay a $25 registration fee to reserve your spot.
4. Get excited, pack your bags, hop in your car/bus/van and drive to Southland Christian Camp! |
DEAR PARENTS,
The Southland staff is 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
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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.
WHAT TO BRING: Bible, notebook, pen, toiletries, casual clothes, sports clothes for activities, swim suit (girls-modest one piece; boys-swimming trunks), 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. Do not 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, T-shirts with worldly advertising. Campers cannot keep food in the cabins. Pets are not allowed on the campsite.
GIRLS/LADIES: 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. Knee-length skirts or dresses must be worn to each evening service.
BOYS/MEN: 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.
LOST AND 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.
CHRISTIAN 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.
SPONSORS: 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 2-5 for half price. The early bird discount does not apply for sponsor children.
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 will be applied toward your total camp fee. Last-minute reservations are not guaranteed. Walk-ons are not permitted. See more on website.
MEALS: all meals are included in the registration cost. All attendees having special dietary needs will need to bring their own supplements that can be prepared in a microwave or toaster oven.
GIRLS/LADIES: 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. Knee-length skirts or dresses must be worn to each evening service.
BOYS/MEN: 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.
LOST AND 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.
CHRISTIAN 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.
SPONSORS: 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 2-5 for half price. The early bird discount does not apply for sponsor children.
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 will be applied toward your total camp fee. Last-minute reservations are not guaranteed. Walk-ons are not permitted. See more on website.
MEALS: all meals are included in the registration cost. All attendees having special dietary needs will need to bring their own supplements that can be prepared in a microwave or toaster oven.
