2024 Camp Programs
Finishing grades 1-12 - Special Event!!
**Spanish Camp - June 30-July 2
Do you speak Spanish - or do you want to practice Spanish in a loving Christian community? Experience all the joys of camp (hiking, swimming, games, and learning about God) as we speak and learn Spanish together. Whether you are fluent or just want to learn more, join us for this unique experience! (Help will be given to English speakers.)
Campamento español (terminando los grados 1-12) - 30 de junio-2 de julio
¿Hablas español o quiere practicar el español en una comunidad cristiana cariñosa? Disfrute de todo lo que nuestro campamento ofrece: senderismo, natación, juegos y el aprender sobre Dios - mientras hablamos y practicamos el español juntos. Si ya habla con fluidez o solo quiere aprender un poco más, le invitamos a unirse a esta experiencia única. (Ayudaremos a los angloparlantes).
Finishing grades K-2
Discovery - June 23-24
This event is perfect for young campers! They experience all the best parts of Wakonda in just one safe overnight: games, swimming, crafts, & s’mores - all while learning about God’s love. Start your little one off here at Wakonda!
Voyagers (Grades 2-5) - June 30-July 2 see below under grades 3-5
Spanish Camp (Grades 1-12) - June 30-July 2 - see description above**
Finishing grades 3-5
Wakonda Forever! - June 16-21
BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND! The movies and stories that entertain us will come and go, but Wakonda is Forever! Games and activities this week will come from our favorite fandoms: Marvel, Harry Potter, Star Wars, & more. Join us as these epic sagas come to life!
Explorers - June 23-28
Campers will learn about the world around them through the following topics: animals, tracking, plants and their uses, species identification, the 10 essentials, and more! Campers will have the chance to take part in experiments, scavenger hunts and observation of the natural world.
Voyagers (Grades 2-5) - June 30-July 2
This is a classic camp experience at Wakonda! All of our favorite camp activities can be found in this program: craft time; hiking; cooking a meal over the fire; spending time at the lake; playing games; sleeping in a cabin and eating in the dining hall. This is a great intermediate step for campers who liked Discovery camp. It is also a great initial experience for first time campers.
Spanish Camp - June 30-July 2 - see description above**
Choose Your Own Adventure -–July 7-12
You will have two opportunities each day to choose the activities you will experience. You can enjoy all the classic aspects of Wakonda and try something new. Potential activities could include: Drama, Arts, Photography, Soccer, Field Games, Nature Hikes, Dance, Swimming, Kayaking, American Sign Language, and more!
Finishing grades 6-8
Wakonda Forever! - June 16-21
BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND! The movies and stories that entertain us will come and go, but Wakonda is Forever! Games and activities this week will come from our favorite fandoms: Marvel, Harry Potter, Star Wars, & more. Join us as these epic sagas come to life!
Outpost: Roughing It - June 23-28
In this outpost experience*, kids will discover how to live and survive in the woods as campers. Campers will get to take part in some of their favorite camp activities while learning about various camp out skills and the nature that surrounds them.
Outpost: Up All Night - June 30-July 2
Are you a night owl? Want to stay up late and sleep all morning - even at camp? Spend two nights at Wakonda in this outpost experience* playing late-night games, going on night hikes, and sleeping until lunch. This camp will have a special schedule. You will experience camp like never before!
Spanish Camp - June 30-July 2 - see description above**
Choose Your Own Adventure -–July 7-12
You will have two opportunities each day to choose the activities you will experience. You can enjoy all the classic aspects of Wakonda and try something new. Potential activities could include: Drama, Arts, Photography, Soccer, Field Games, Nature Hikes, Dance, Swimming, Kayaking, American Sign Language, and more!
Finishing grades 9-12
Senior High: Seeking the Great Spirit
Our senior high campers have three options, all of which will run over the same week as an outpost experience*: Camper ONLY; Staff Assistant ONLY (training); or Camper & Staff Assistant.
Camper ONLY - June 16-21
Teens who desire to only be campers will have the classic camp experience with a twist: each day, they will choose their favorite activities from the provided options.
Staff Assistant ONLY (training) - June 19-21
Those who desire to only serve as Staff Assistants will have a shorter experience during which they will learn about what it means to serve in this role. Workshops will be focused on various aspects of camp leadership.
Camper & Staff Assistant (training) - June 16-21
Teens who want to experience camp as a camper and go on to lead as a staff assistant later in the summer get the best of both worlds. In the first part of the week, they will choose their favorite activities from the provided options; in the second part of the week, they'll experience workshops that will train them in camp leadership.
Spanish Camp - June 30-July 2 - see description above**
Events For All Ages
Wakonda For All - Sept. 13-15 - $112 per adult & $82 per child
(1-night: $56 per adult & $41 per child)
Campers of all ages are invited to delight in a Wakonda fall. Relive the wonder of childhood or make brand new memories - all are welcome at this camp!
Join us for the weekend as we explore nature, play games, and learn about God together. Come as a family or come on your own!
(Children must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.)
Stay for lunch on the 15th at the Annual Wakonda Ox Roast (donation for lunch not included in the registration cost).
*Outpost - Stay in a rustic cabin & cook 2 meals per day over a fire!
