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Kids Camp

Dates
July 5 - 11, 2025
Age
Entering 3rd-4th Grade
Location
Adventure Outpost
Speaker
TBD
Cost
$640

Camp Registration

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Kids Camp

Transportation:
Getting to camp looks different this year. Instead of a chaperoned Fort vehicle for pick-up and drop off like in previous years we are connecting Fort families to arrange ride-shares. Learn more and sign up here.

Do you long for a place your child can be part of a designed community where safe fun and spiritual growth happen simultaneously? 

A child away from home for the first time can be difficult—for both them and their parents. Thankfully, Fort’s Kids Camp is a perfect place for those initial steps to occur. At Fort, kids connect deeply with caring counselors, new friends, and—most importantly—the God who created them and loves them deeply. At Fort’s Kids Camp, kids can be, well kids while in a beautiful outdoor setting that is both structured and kid friendly. Best of all, your child will experience opportunities that could never happen at home.  

(And don’t worry … we have kids too; we understand. If you need someone to talk about Fort’s Kids Camp, we are here.)

The freedom to be silly brings kids together
Competitions and activities bring smiles
I’ll race you to the end!
Campers dig into God’s word each day

First time camper?

Read our Frequently Asked Questions! Don’t forget to invite a friend and request them as a cabin mate on your registration form!

Activities 

Campers engage in activities led by our amazing summer staffers. You choose your adventures! Waterfront, craft shop, archery, field games, horses (*additional cost), nature classes, team building, and so much more to enjoy each day. All activities are included with the exception of a few optional add-ons. Keep reading to learn more about our Horsemanship offerings. 

Horsemanship Classes and Lessons

Horsemanship Classes and Lessons are an optional add-on for Kids Camp. Fort Wilderness is a member of the Certified Horsemanship Association, and we follow their standards and techniques in order to promote a fun, safe, and educational experience. Classes are spread out over four days, weather-permitting.

Riding Lessons (+$150)

Trail Class (+$120)

Transportation

We welcome your family to drive your child up to Fort, take a tour, and meet your counselor. Fort is helping to connect families to arrange a carpool – learn more here: Transportation

Financial Assistance

Fort Wilderness desires that camp be available to all people, regardless of finances. Don’t miss out on camp. Learn more and apply: Financial Assistance

Food Allergy Note

For any food allergy, we want to help. Please email no less than 2 weeks before the first day of camp. Contact the Youth Camp Food Service Director (Janet) at janetmer@fortwilderness.com

Service Animal Note

Do you need to bring a Service Animal to camp? Please email documentation from a licensed professional (doctor, psychiatrist, or other mental health professional) no less than 2 weeks before the first day of camp, stating that the animal is an essential part of treatment for a disability. Send the information to the Registrar (Jackie) at jackiedunham@fortwilderness.com.

Camp memories in the making
I’ll be king of the watermat!
Counselors slow down with campers

Basic Camp Schedule

Opening dayArrive at Camp! (2:00 – 4:00 PM)
Meet your counselor and cabinmates, move into your cabin, and take a swim and/or horseback test. (Goodbye to parents)
First dinner and all camp activity
Day 2 to last full day of campBreakfast, lunch, dinner shared with campers and counselors.
Morning session with your speaker, followed up with cabin time.
Campers engage in staff-led activities. You choose your adventures! Waterfront, craft shop, archery, field games, horses*, nature classes, team building, and so much more to enjoy each day. *Involves additional cost
An evening group session followed by a nightly all-camp activity and a campfire.
Last DayPack up, eat breakfast, check out of Fort, and take camp transportation or be picked up by parents.