Illinois Free Will Baptist - Youth Camp

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Purpose

The Purpose of this camp is to
GLORIFY JESUS CHRIST . . .
  • By teaching fundamental truths of God’s Word and Christian Principles . .
  • By providing healthful recreation under a Christian influence . .
  • By cultivating a greater appreciation of outdoor life . .
  • By promoting a growing fellowship among Free Will Baptists in the state of Illinois.

Program

The program at Camp Hope is Christ- Centered, Bible-based, and Evangelistic.
 
Bible Study, Christian living, music, missions, and crafts may be
included in the curriculum. 
 
Daily Recreational Activities may include basketball, volleyball, and other games in the gym, swimming in the camp’s pool, and softball or baseball on one of the camp’s fields.
 
Chapel Services each morning and an evening service of worship make up the major emphasis of seeking God’s will for our lives and knowing Him.

Nourishing Meals are provided three times each day for the camper.

Location

16322 Camp Hope Rd ~ Ewing, IL 62836 ~ (618) 629-2188
Camp Hope is a Ministry of the
Illinois State Association
of Free Will Baptists
- Camp Managers –
Ryan & Olivia Payne​

2025 Camp Schedule

June 6-7   Leadership Camp - Training High School Workers
                             Director: Brad Ryan
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June 8-13      Jr./Sr. Camp - Entering 11th, 12th, & Recent Graduates
                             Director: Tyler Penn

June 15-20     Fresh./Soph. Camp - Entering 9th & 10th Grades
                              Director: Corey Penn

June 22-27    5th/6th Grade Camp - Entering 5th & 6th Grades
                              Director Bryant Harris
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June 29-July 3  3rd/4th Grade Camp - Entering 3rd & 4th Grades
                              Director: Adam Brown & Josh Colson
 
July 6-11      7th/8th Grade Camp - Entering 7th & 8th Grades
                              Director: Jonathan & Ryan Payne
Pre-Register by
May 20th
For Discounts and
​FREE $5 Canteen Card
No Money Required to Pre-Register!
REGISTER–Sunday Afternoon 2:00-4:00pm 
GOING HOME – Friday, 11:00 am
(Primary Camp leaves on Thursday)
Camper Fees
Fee:  $120.00 per camper
Includes:  FREE Camp Hope T-Shirt
 
    Plus: $5 Canteen Card if pre-registered.
 
Money for snacks, a mission offering, group
picture, or an additional shirt may be needed.

CAMP RULES
1. Cheerful cooperation and complete participation in all camp activities is expected.

2. Anyone leaving camp for any reason must have permission of the Director.
WE MUST KNOW WHERE EACH CAMPER IS AT ALL TIMES.

3.Anyone bringing alcohol, tobacco, drugs, or pornography to camp will be expelled immediately..

4.Campers driving a vehicle must park it, lock it, and turn in the keys to the director.

​5.Boys and Girls will have separate swim times..

6.DRESS CODE:
  • Girls are expected to wear slacks, jeans, or a dress or skirt to evening services.
  • Boys are expected to wear slacks or jeans with appropriate shirts to evening services.
  • ALL APPAREL worn at other times must be modest and loose fitting and at least mid-thigh in length.
  • NO short shorts or tank tops are allowed at camp.
  • Girls must wear one-piece swimsuits or wear a t-shirt over the top of their 2-piece suit when swimming.
  • Any clothing displaying rock stars, alcoholic beverages, vulgarity, or offensive material is prohibited!
7.Any person(s) visiting the camp while in session, willbe asked to abide by the current schedule and all rules. VISITORS should give $3.00 per meal attended.

8.Cell Phones must be surrendered upon arrival and will be returned when the camper goes home on Friday.

(Campers may want to bring a camera)

​Camp Hope Biblical Standard
Due to our belief in the Bible’s teachings, we require campers & workers to identify as their biological birth gender & act accordingly. We follow the position of the NAFWB on sexuality & gender. (https://nafwb.org)

​*Camp Hope reserves the right to expel anyone that does not adhere to camp policies & procedures.
Family Plan
Families who have 3 or more children attending Camp will pay no more than $250 total for all family members if all are pre-registered.

First Child in Family  -  $ 120.00
Second Child in Family  -  $ 120.00
Third Child in Family  -  $ 60.00
 
(Subsequent family members are free!)
 
To receive this special family rate, all campers must be pre-registered by the May 17th deadline.
What to Bring
Pillows & Sheets or Sleeping Bag Towels-Soap-Bath Cloths-Shampoo
Any other toiletries that you might need!
Sweater-Jacket-Raincoat-Umbrella

You MAY Bring: Camera-Musical Instrument
Special Music-Roller Skates-Swim Suit
Ball Glove – Rug – Shower Sandals
 
Your child may want to bring some old clothes that can get muddy or even stained!

Identify Your Items 
You may want to place your campers’ initials on their towels, wash cloths, jeans, sheets, etc. to help them identify their items in the dorm setting. They may also need a dirty clothes bag and a plastic bag for wet towels, etc. to keep them separate.
SPECIAL HEALTH POLICY
Each Camper will be checked for any kind of Health Risk or Nuisance at the time of registration by qualified personnel. We reserve the right to deny his or her admittance based upon our findings.

INSURANCE NOTE
Camper accident insurance will not pay for claims on individuals who are covered by other companies and plans. If you have no insurance, or yours will not pay for accident claims, then the camp’s insurance company will take over the claim.