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ABOUT OUR CAMPS

SUMMER CAMP 2026

Summer Camp at Buckhorn

For campers entering 3rd through 10th grade


Buckhorn is the perfect place for kids and youth to unplug, have fun, and grow—in faith, friendship, and confidence. Campers enjoy classic and adventurous activities like rock climbing, paddleboarding, and archery, all in a safe and supportive mountain setting.


Our program balances small-group connection time with exciting all-camp activities, so everyone feels included and known. Through games, challenges, discussions, and campfire worship, campers have the freedom to explore, build community, and discover strengths they didn’t know they had.


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Dates for 2026 

Session 1: June 28-July 3

Session 2: July 19-July 24 


Camp Activities Include:

  • Rock Climbing
  • Field Games
  • Human Foosball
  • Paddle Boarding
  • Crafts
  • Gaga Ball & 9 Square
  • Archery


Campers will stay in Dorms or Cabins.


Here's what a day at camp looks like!



Mini-Camp for First-Time Campers

July 12-July 14


Give your child a gentle introduction to the joys of sleepaway camp! Designed especially for 2nd, 3rd, and 4th graders who are new to overnight stays, this 2-night mini-camp is perfect for easing those first-time jitters.


With age-appropriate activities, small groups, and extra attention from our caring staff, kids will experience the excitement of camp in a safe and supportive environment. Campers will make friends, try new activities, and create lasting memories—all while building confidence for longer camp adventures in the future.


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Junior Counselor Program


Our Junior Counselor Program is designed for high school students entering 11th or 12th grade who are ready to take the next step in leadership and service. Junior Counselors (JCs) play an important role in supporting our camp community — assisting senior counselors, helping lead activities, and ensuring a safe, positive, and fun experience for younger campers.


This program offers hands-on experience in teamwork, communication, and responsibility, all within the joyful rhythm of camp life. Junior Counselors will receive mentorship from experienced staff and have opportunities to reflect on their own growth as emerging leaders.


Program Details

  • Eligibility: Students entering 11th or 12th grade
  • Commitment: One or more camp sessions (dates based on camp availability and applicant preference)
  • Training: Junior Counselors will participate in a required orientation session prior to the start of their assignment
  • Compensation: This is a volunteer leadership position that includes meals, lodging, and mentorship throughout the program
  • Skills Gained: Leadership, communication, teamwork, problem-solving, and youth supervision


Why Apply?

If you love working with kids, enjoy being outdoors, and want to build your leadership skills while being part of an amazing camp community — this program is for you!


Application open through March 31st.


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FAQ'S

  • Are there flexible payment terms?

    A payment plan option is available when registering, and we only require a 20% camper deposit at check out. We also offer a multi-sibling discount to help offset the increase in registration. If the payment plan through Active does not work with your financial schedule, please reach out so we can find a solution that works. All camper balances are due by arrival.


    If you are interested in donating to our Summer Camp Scholarships fund to help offset the cost of camp, please contact the camp director.

    ​Thank you for your generosity!

  • What is the camp theme?

    Our summer camp theme for 2025 is Into the Wilderness


    Wilderness is a time or place where we encounter what is new, strange, scary, lonely, unknown or mysterious. The wilderness is a wild and beautiful time and place where we can discover the sacred within each person and all creation. The wilderness can inspire us and guide us, assuring us of God’s constant presence. As the Spirit guides us through the wilderness, we find what we need to face our fears and the very real challenges that impact our world. The wilderness teaches us the importance of community and the ways we navigate challenges together. The wilderness reveals our strengths, growing edges, and potential as God equips us for the unknown still to come. The wilderness awaits us all, and God meets us there. 

  • Are scholarships available?

    We believe every child deserves the opportunity to experience the joy of camp. Scholarships are awarded based on financial need and the availability of funds. Please fill out the following application to be considered.


    Apply Here

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A VOICE FOR THE VALUE OF ATTENDING CHURCH CAMPS

I am elderly and have been a lifelong Methodist. Attending a local Methodist Church provides an enjoyable community that fulfills many of life’s important needs. It has also made my life worthwhile. Attending Church Camps provides experiences and opportunities for spiritual growth. Those experiences, there were many for me, strongly affected my commitment to Christianity and my church every time I devoted that investment in time, fees and effort. Attending Church Camps helped me profoundly deepen my faith; learn more about life as a Christian; meet exceptional Methodist leaders, meet great Methodists; enjoy singing and experiencing spiritual time around a campfire; learn to be self-sufficient and accountable; love and appreciate the splendor of the wilderness and God’s world. FC FUMC is positioned so close to Buckhorn Methodist Camp that we should encourage members of all ages to plan and participate in camps at Buckhorn, many times during every year. Buckhorn is a treasure!

-Alyce Kaehler