This article explores ten powerful reasons camp benefits children spiritually, emotionally, and socially. From building friendships and faith to learning independence and teamwork, camp offers a unique environment to grow. Plus, there’s an invitation for adults to get in on the action by volunteering and making an eternal impact. Don’t miss this opportunity to invest in your child’s heart and future — GO TO CAMP!

There’s something almost magical about summer camp. The crackling campfire, the chorus of frogs at night, the sound of kids laughing as they run between cabins and canoes. But it’s not just the scenery or the s’mores that make camp so valuable—it’s what happens in kids while they’re at camp.

If you’ve been on the fence about sending your child to summer camp, here are ten compelling reasons to make it happen this year. It’s more than just a break for them (and maybe for you)—it’s an investment in their heart, their mind, their friendships, and their faith.

1. Camp gets kids into God’s creation.

In our digital world, kids are constantly surrounded by screens. Camp pulls the plug—literally—and immerses them in God’s handiwork. From towering trees to twinkling stars, nature has a way of pointing us back to the Creator.

As Romans 1:20 reminds us, “For since the creation of the world God’s invisible qualities—his eternal power and divine nature—have been clearly seen, being understood from what has been made…”

When kids hike a trail, catch a frog, or sit quietly under a tree, they’re not just having fun—they’re encountering God in His natural sanctuary.

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