Specialty Camps

Specialty Camps

These special programs offer a broad range of activities and instruction that encourage campers to apply their talents and identify new interests. Campers will develop servant hearts, nurture new friendships and build confidence in their ability to succeed as faithful Christians.

Most specialty camps offer campers the typical Crossways experience but add on deeper exploration than the normal week of camp. Some programs make day-trips to nearby locations for their activities while others welcome resource leaders to camp to share their gifts. Wherever the location, being a camper in a Crossways specialty program is an unforgettable experience.

Art in the Pines
Completed Grades 5-12

Imaginations soar as campers explore the worlds of art and faith while learning techniques and creating masterpieces in a variety of art mediums! Celebrate at ‘The Pines Gallery’, viewing art created by campers during the week. All supplies provided. Camp activities overlap with Discovery Camp.

Site: Pine Lake Camp
Dates: See the 2010 Schedule for dates.
Cost: $375 ($405 after March 15)

Discovery Camp
Completed Grades 5-12

Campers spend the week building and conducting experiments with new friends, meeting some local scientists, and having fun doing all the usual camp activities! Camp activities overlap with Art in the Pines.

Site: Pine Lake Camp
Dates: See the 2010 Schedule for dates.
Cost: $375 ($405 after March 15)

Get Dirty for God
Completed Grades 6-8

Campers will experience what it means to serve God while making a difference in the lives of others! With a perfect blend of fun camp activities and off-site service trips, campers might clean a park, serve a meal to senior citizens, paint a building at camp, or another service activities!

Site: Waypost Camp
Dates: See the 2010 Schedule for dates.
Cost: $375 ($405 after March 15)

Camp Musical
Completed Grades 7-9

Campers use their gifts while learning and practicing vocal skills, acting, and staging. Rehearse songs, work on choreography,
design sets, and perform during worship at local churches. What a great way for campers to share their gifts of music and drama!

Sites: Waypost Camp
Dates: TWO Week Session! See the 2010 Schedule for dates.
Cost: $555 ($595 after March 15)

Junior YET (Youth Enrichment Training)
Completed Grades 8-9

In this week-long Youth Enrichment Training in Peer Ministry campers develop and practice skills in building new relationships, growing in their faith, and becoming leaders and friends to other brothers and sisters in Christ!

$50 Leadership Grants available for members of ELCA East Central Synod Congregations. Grants are limited! Download the request form and send in your registration ASAP!

Sites: Waypost Camp
Dates: See the 2010 Schedule for dates.
Cost: $375 ($405 after March 15)

Senior YET (Youth Enrichment Training)
Completed Grades 9-12

Senior YET is a two-week Youth Enrichment Training for senior high youth focusing on leadership skills, faith development, and service opportunities. YET challenges youth to grow physically, spiritually, and emotionally, while navigating real-life topics and providing a supportive environment that encourages each individual’s faith journey.

Registration & Application Process: This is an intentional discipleship program. Download the Registration packet for SrYET. Registration form and information form to be completed with Pastor/Youth Worker required.

$100 Leadership Grants available for members of ELCA East Central Synod Congregations. Grants are limited! Download the request form and send in your registration ASAP!

Sites: Waypost Camp
Dates: TWO Week Session! See the 2010 Schedule for dates.
Cost: $555 ($595 after March 15)

S.I.T. (Staff in Training)
Completed Grades 10-12

Staff in Training (SIT) is a two-week (not consecutive) program based at Imago Dei Village. Campers spend their first week receiving training similar to what summer staff receive and experiencing the behind the scenes workings of camp. This prepares them to shadow and serve alongside a Crossways summer staffer during their second week experience, and these placements will be arranged through the Program Director.

Download the SIT Informational Packet including Application Form required for registration.

Sites: Imago Dei Village
Dates: See the 2010 Schedule for dates.
Cost: $435 ($465 after March 15)

Psalm Series
For Adults

In a world focused on technology, the Psalm Series gives adults the opportunity to integrate skills from the ‘good old days’ with new techniques to live a balanced lifestyle. Workshops throughout the weekend are designed to develop participants’ skills to share within their own faith communities. Explore Psalms through faith-based discussions, hands-on learning, outdoor recreation, and fellowship with others.

Choose from one of the following topics: Bread Making, Digital Nature
Photography, or Rain Garden Design.

Sites: Waypost Camp
Dates: August 14-16, 2010
Cost: $85 ($95 after March 15)

Bringing people together in Christ so that lives are changed and communities enhanced.

Crossways Camping Ministries
16 Tri-Park Way, Appleton, WI 54914
Phone: 920-882-0023 Fax 920-882-9474
E-mail: info@crosswayscamps.org