Summer Camp 2024

Campers & Sponsor Groups

Are you a parent looking for a positive outdoor experience for your kids or a church / nonprofit leader on the lookout for a camp that could bolster the good work you’re already doing in the lives of youth? Camp of the Hills might be just what you were looking for!

Each summer, a dedicated team of young adults work together to help kids better understand how much God loves them. Counselors do this through outdoor activities (sports, swimming, ropes course, canoeing, and fishing), creative outlets (arts, crafts, music, dance, and a talent show), and faith connections (Bible studies, worship times, devotionals thoughts, a crucifixion/resurrection reenactment). All these activities and more help create opportunities for campers and counselors to build meaningful relationships, giving campers the chance to ask questions of / learn from positive role models and allowing counselors to use their own gifts while gaining appreciation for the goodness and resilience of the campers.

While many camps cost between $800 – $1,200 per week, Camp of the Hills specializes in working with youth from low-income / at-risk communities. To ensure that the kids to whom we are called to serve can afford to attend, CotH only charges $60 per child for a week. This allows us to target kids who would not be able to experience a week in the outdoors otherwise and surround them with a diverse group of mentors that reflect their community.

Camp of the Hills hosts nine weeks of overnight camp each summer, lasting from Monday afternoon until Saturday morning. For the 2021 summer, we are adapting to meet the needs of our campers and their families by adjusting the age constraints for some weeks of camp. Check below to confirm that the week you want to register fits your campers.

To learn more about summer camp or to inquire about registering your campers, please contact:

Dee – d’ann@campofthehills.org 830-693-2580 (for general questions and payment information)
Alex – alex@campofthehills.org 512-948-5787 – (for reservations & registration )

Camp Dates & Registration

If you would like more information about our different summer camp options,

please contact our Booking Coordinator, Alex Flores, at  alex@campofthehills.org or by phone at 512-948-5787

  • Elementary School

    June 3 – 8

    Ages: 8-12

  • Middle School

    June 10 – 15

    Ages:  12-15

  • Elementary School

    June 17 – 22

    Ages: 8-12

  • Middle School

    Jun 24 – 29

    Ages: 12-15

  • High School

    July 8 – 13

    Ages 15-18

  • Elementary School

    July 15 – 20

    Ages: 8-12

  • Middle School

    July 22 – 27

    Ages: 12-15

  • Elementary School

    July 29 – Aug 3

    Ages: 8-12 

Register For Camp

Registration opens each year for groups in mid-January and for individuals in mid-February.

Campers may attend only one week of camp per Summer (except for Highschoolers, who can register for both HS Week as well as one 2-week Poiema Discipleship Session per summer)

What to expect at Camp

Camp of the Hills is a place where children (ages 8 – 18) from all walks of life can experience the power and unconditional love of Jesus Christ. Camp sessions are differentiated for specific age groups and have 60-80 campers per weekly session. Due to Covid precautions, programming and capacity numbers fluctuate according to state and national guidelines. Our counseling staff consists of 40-50 male and female university students with a programming staff of 10-15 led by our full time employees.

Weekly camp sessions include a mix of outdoor activities (arts & crafts, canoeing, archery, hiking, nature, sports, games, swimming, etc.) skits, singing, spiritual dramas, study of God’s word, and intentional mentoring with the counselor staff. Each weekly session is highlighted by a powerful crucifixion & resurrection reenactment by the camp’s counselors. Camp is an opportunity for kids to make friendships that can last a lifetime and an opportunity to get out of their everyday routines in order to grow socially & spiritually through life changing experiences.

Camp Departure

All campers head home on Saturday at 9AM.

Arrival Time

Monday between 2 pm and 4 pm all campers check in.

Medication Policy

Please note that all medication must be in original packaging (including inhalers), and all prescription medicines must have the campers name on the original label.

What to bring to camp

Please confirm your camper has all items on this list.

  • Name on all clothing

    Please make sure to have your name marked on all clothing.

  • Play clothes for 6 days

    Shorts, shirts, pajamas, and any other clothes your child may require for 6 days.

  • Sturdy walking Shoes

    Sneakers and sandals are encouraged. Some campers also bring water shoes.

  • Swimsuit and beach towel

    (One piece suits are required, dark colored t-shirt must be worn to cover two piece suits)

  • Bedding

    Twin sheet, blanket/sleeping bag and pillow

  • Toiletries

    (soap, shampoo, toothbrush, toothpaste, etc.)

  • Bath Towel

    Your camper should bring a towel for the beach and a towel for showers.

  • Sunscreen

    We work hard to keep campers free from sunburn.
    Please bring your favorite type of sunscreen.

  • Bible, pen and paper

    Don’t have a bible? Don’t worry. We have lots here at camp. 🙂

*Dress Code: No spaghetti strap shirts are allowed. All shorts must be at least fingertip length.

What NOT to pack for camp

Please do not bring any of the below items

  • Jewelry

     Please leave all jewelry at home.
    *Stud earrings are allowed

  • Electronics

    Phones, iPods, etc.
    Any device will be taken up and given back when camp ends.

  • Money

    We don’t use money at camp. Therefore your camper doesn’t need any. Any money found will be collected and given back to the camper when he or she leaves.

  • Food

    Our kitchen staff has all the food your camper will need.
    Please leave all food and snacks at home.

  • Weapons of any kind

    Weapons of any kind will be confiscated.

  • Alcohol/Drugs/Tobacco

    We will confiscate and dispose of any of the above.

  • Gang Paraphernalia

    Gang Paraphernalia colors or any other gang identifiers will be confiscated.

  • Satanic Emblems

    Any Satanic Emblems or items deemed to be inappropriate will be confiscated.

  • Nothing suggestive or inappropriate

    Any other items that are not appropriate for camp will be confiscated.

*Confiscated items will be given to the Camp Director for return upon departure of camp, except for any items of an illegal nature which will be documented and disposed of in an appropriate manner.