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Four Reasons to Counsel at a Teen Camp

Being a counselor at United Youth Camps is one of the most rewarding service roles I’ve had the opportunity of filling 13 times. It is a challenging and exhausting experience that will test your patience on multiple occasions, but the...
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UYC South Africa Update - Brian Fike

2026 UYC South Africa camp video
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UYC South Africa Update - Ayla Docken

A video overview of United Youth Camp in South Africa.
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Building a Strong Foundation

Billey Adamu and Franklin Hiagbe on their camp experience in Nigeria.
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2024 Camp Report: Colorado

Camp Colorado provided 38 preteens with an opportunity to share an unforgettable experience and learn about God's calling for them.
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2024 Camp Report: Buckeye

Camp Buckeye provided 84 campers with fun-filled days of learning and friendship.
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2024 Camp Report: Seven Mountains

This year, 90 preteens enjoyed fantastic food, fellowship and fun with the Pennsylvania mountains for a backdrop.
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2024 Camp Report: Ochoco

For four days, 68 campers enjoyed learning more about the armor of God as they participated in fun activities.
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2024 Camp Report: Ironwood

At Ironwood Springs Christian Ranch, 100 preteens enjoyed four days of living, playing and working together God’s way.
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2024 Camp Report: Gilmont

An enjoyable preteen camp was held for 40 campers in the beautiful Piney Woods.
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2024 Camp Report: Florida

At the beautiful Florida Elks youth camp, 63 preteens spent time having fun and learning in the Zone.
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2024 Camp Report: Woodland

At Camp Woodland, 93 campers spent a wonderful week of excitement and encouragement.
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2024 Camp Report: Pinecrest

Camp Pinecrest brought 115 campers together for a week of fellowship and fun activities.
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2024 Camp Report: Southwest

Southwest Camp hosted 55 campers and three junior campers for a week of fun and spiritual growth.
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2024 Camp Report: Northwest

On the Oregon Coast, 116 campers spent a fun-filled week together learning about the battle God has called us to fight.
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2024 Camp Report: Cotubic

This year, 126 teens spent a week immersed in the Zone learning how to "Stand Strong."
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2024 Camp Report: Challenger Sierra

Surrounded by the beautiful Emigrant Wilderness, 14 hikers built meaningful relationships with each other and God’s Word, while considering how to grow spiritually and face the challenges that life presents with courage and conviction.
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2024 Camp Report: Switzerland

Campers of all ages spend a wonderful week in the beautiful Swiss canton on Glarus.
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2024 Camp Report: Philippines

Eden Nature Park hosted a wonderful week of camp for 52 campers in Davao City, Philippines.
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2024 Camp Report: Mexico

A week of camp held in Tepotzotlán, Mexico provided 60 campers, parents and staff with a fun and encouraging experience.