Summer Camp Resources

Before Camp Resources

Here, you will find everything you need to feel prepared and confident before your child arrives at camp. From registration timelines, packing lists and check-in details, this page is designed to equip you with the information and tools that will make the transition smooth and stress-free. Our goal is to help you and your camper feel ready - so when camp begins, you can focus on the excitement, growth, and life-changing experiences ahead.

Registration

  • Deposit and Payment Information

    We reccomend that you make payments or add money to your child's account with your online registration account.

  • 5 Weeks Before Camp
  • 4 Weeks Before Camp
  • 2 Weeks Before Camp
    • Camper Sponsorship applications are due!

    https://www.lgyc.org/sites/default/files/2022-10/Camper%20Sponsorship%20Document.pdf 

    1. Make your final Payments. 

      To add money or make final payments, go to your family's account online.

    2. Registrar Communication

      Our registrar will email you to confirm arrival information.

    3. Cancellations up to a week prior to camp's start date will receive a refund for the total amount paid less a $50 administrative fee.

      No refunds are available when canceling within a week of camp's start date. No refunds are available for "no-shows" and we cannot transfer to another week. 

    For additional questions:

    Email: [email protected]

  • 24 Hours Before Camp Begins

    Packing List

    All items should be clearly marked with the family name.

    • Bible, Notebook, and Pen
    • Personal Toiletries
    • Sleeping Bag or Bed Sheets and Blanket
    • Pillow and Pillow Case
    • Towels and Wash Cloth
    • Play Clothes
    • Extra Shoes, Athletic Shoes
    • Raincoat & Jacket
    • Modest Swim Wear, NO bikinis (modesty will be at the discretion of camp staff)
    • Bug Spray (strongly suggested)
    • Sunscreen
    • Flashlight or Head Lamp
    • Laundry Bag
    • Medication
    • Refillable Water Bottle
  • Check-In

    Most Summer Camps Begin on Sunday

    Check-in Time: 1:30 pm - 3:00 pm

    Location: W2655 W South St. Lake Geneva, WI 53147

    Gate Entry: There will be a crew to greet you at Gate #7

Important Guidelines

2025 Theme!

  • Theme Introduction

    “Therefore, since we are surrounded by such a great cloud of witnesses, let us throw off everything that hinders and the sin that so easily entangles. And let us run with perseverance the race marked out for us,” Hebrews 12:1 (NIV)

    In the spring of last year, our program team sat down to discuss what the theme of 2025 should be. While many ideas were brought up, The Great Race was one we kept coming back to. My predecessor, Jeff Andridge, had the theme written on the wall in his office with a big question mark next to it, as we had talked about doing a theme like this for the past couple of years. Like a song whose melody you can't get out of your head, but whose lyrics you just can't remember, the idea of The Great Race was on the tip of all our tongues, but it was missing a key element, the verse!
    I should say, the problem wasn't a lack of verses, but rather an over abundance of them! 1 Corinthians 9:24 - "Do you not know that in a race all the runners run, but only one receives the prize? So run that you may obtain it." Isaiah 40:31 - "But they who wait for the Lord shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings like eagles; they shall run and not be weary; they shall walk and not faint." 2 Timothy 4:7 - "I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith." All of these verses circled our minds. When we broke down the verses into their base ideas, we settled on Hebrews 12:1 with a lot of peace.
    The message is clear, THROW OFF the things that are hindering you and the sin that can so easily ENTANGLES you. And instead, RUN! Run with perseverance the race that was marked out for you. The author of Hebrews finishes the thought they started in verse one with the focus of our race, “fixing our eyes on Jesus, the pioneer and perfecter of faith.” The Gospel message is clear, Jesus is our goal, and sin is holding us back.
    We love the idea of racing, and the opportunity it presents for games and competitions. We haven’t seen a car racing theme before, and we believe it would be a unique theme that will be a great vehicle to communicate the verse.
    We hope speakers will really take this theme and run, (or drive if you will.) The beginning of the verse creates a question that will have to be answered, “Who is in this great cloud of witnesses surrounding us?” Old Testament heroes whose stories of faith help reveal the character of God. Campers will be forced to reckon with questions like, “What in my life is hindering me from running the race?” “What sin entangles me?” “What does it mean that a race has been marked out for me?” Ultimately, campers should leave a program having wrestled with these questions and having been presented with the reality that the only race worth driving, is the one that Christ has set before us.
    This summer, campers will be invited to join in the race marked out for them. They will see running the race modeled for them so that they continue the race when they come home. We are so excited for what God has in store for the summer as campers join in, The Great Race!
  • Video Trailer

    https://vimeo.com/1040895317 

After Camp Resources

Here, you'll find links to camp photos, chapel messages, and other helpful tools to keep the momentum going long after camp ends. We want the spiritual growth, friendships, and lessons your child experienced here to continue at home, so these resources are designed to encourage reflection, spark conversation, and inspire ongoing growth in their faith journey.

LGYC Media

Digital Discipleship

  • YouVersion Bible App

    The YouVersion Bible App offers access to a wide range of Bible translations, reading plans, devotionals, and study tools. With features like verse of the day notifications, audio Bible options, and community sharing capabilities, the app provides a personalized and interactive way to engage with the Scriptures. Whether you're looking to deepen your understanding of the Bible, cultivate a daily reading habit, or connect with others on their faith journey, the YouVersion Bible App is a valuable resource for spiritual growth and exploration.

  • Our Daily Bread Ministries

    Our Daily Bread Ministries is a global organization dedicated to providing spiritual nourishment and encouragement through various resources such as devotionals, books, and online content. With a mission to help individuals grow in their faith and deepen their relationship with God, Our Daily Bread Ministries offers daily insights and reflections to inspire and uplift hearts around the world.

  • Got Questions

    Got Questions is a comprehensive website dedicated to providing answers to a wide range of Bible-related questions. With a vast database of resources and articles, users can explore and gain insights into various aspects of the Bible, theology, and Christian faith.

  • The Gospel Coalition

    The Gospel Coalition is a network of evangelical churches and leaders dedicated to promoting gospel-centered ministry and resources. It offers articles, podcasts, conferences, and other resources aimed at equipping Christians to understand and apply the gospel in all areas of life. The Gospel Coalition seeks to foster theological clarity, cultural engagement, and faithful discipleship within the church.

Get Connected with a Church!

  • Wisconsin

    We encourage you and your child to connect with a local church in your area! We strongly believe in the importance of the Christian community and invite you to experience it by finding a church to call home. To assist you in this search, we have compiled a list of reputable churches organized by county for you to investigate and consider.

    Walworth County

    Mt. Zion Christian Church (Lake Geneva)

    Calvary Community Church (Lake Geneva/Williams Bay)

    Lakeland Community Church (Lake Geneva/Delavan)

    East Troy Bible Church

    Southern Lakes Evangelical Free Church (Elkhorn)

    Kenosha County

    Westosha Lakes Church (Salem)

    Racine County

    LifeBridge Church (Burlington)

    The Grove Church (Union Grove)

    Waukesha County

    Elmbrook Church (Brookfield, Hartland)

    Fox River Christian Church (Waukesha, Muskego)

    Mercy Hill - Lake Country (Nashotah)

    Milwaukee County

    Epikos Church (West Allis, Milwaukee)

    The Ridge Community Church (Greenfield, Oak Creek)

    Jefferson County

    Real Hope Community Church (Lake Mills)

    Creek Community Church (Johnson Creek)

  • Illinois

    We encourage you and your child to connect with a local church in your area! We strongly believe in the importance of the Christian community and invite you to experience it by finding a church to call home. To assist you in this search, we have compiled a list of reputable churches organized by county for you to investigate and consider.

    Lake County

    Village Church of Barrington

    Village Church of Gurnee

    The Orchard (Vernon Hills)

    Fusion Church (Wauconda/Lake Zurich)

    The Hope Collective (Lake Zurich)

    McHenry County

    River Ridge Church (Spring Grove)

    The Orchard (Marengo)

    Gospel Grace Church (Woodstock)

    Cook County

    Park Community Church - Near North

    Village Presbyterian Church (Northbrook)

    The Orchard (Glenview, Arlington Heights, Barrington)

    The Bridge (Barrington/Algonquin)

    Redemption Bible Church (Mt. Prospect)

    DuPage County

    Cityview Community Church (Elmhurst)

    The Compass Church (Naperville, Wheaton, Hinsdale)

    The Orchard (Itasca)

    Warrenville Bible Chapel

    Kendall County

    Harvest New Beginnings (Oswego)

    Will County

    The Compass Church (South Naperville, Bolingbrook, Plainfield)

    Ogle County

    First Presbyterian Church Rochelle

    Whiteside County

    Christ Church (Sterling/Rock Falls)

    Champaign County

    Christ Community (Champaign-Urbana)