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Welcome to our summer camp programs! Camp MoVal has been providing meaningful faith development through our summer camp programs since 1962.
Camp MoVal is excited to announce that registration is open for 2023!
**Please note, our health policy has changed. You can review it HERE
As part of our outdoor ministry programs, campers and participants will explore the outdoors, be part of a safe and caring environment that enables campers to deepen the faith experience and allows them to see their faith through a unique camp experience. Along with our faith-based curriculum, campers will rekindle old friendships and make new ones, grow themselves personally in the many activities of the camp and explore the wondrous outdoors!
We look forward to seeing you!
VACCINATIONS:
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Because all camp programs hold a potential for transmission of communicable diseases, we recommend that program participants are appropriately immunized for, at minimum, the following diseases: Covid-19, tetanus, mumps, measles, rubella, polio, varicella (chicken pox), pertussis (whooping cough), and diphtheria
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According to the US Centers for Disease Control, vaccinations are one of the best tools we have to combat Covid. The CDC recommends everyone stay up to date with Covid vaccines for their age group.
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All staff members and adult volunteers are required to be fully vaccinated for Covid with an up to date booster along with other required vaccinations to keep campers, fellow staff members, and guests as safe as possible.
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While Covid vaccinations are not a requirement for campers this summer, .
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In the registration process, families will be required to share immunization records and a(The Missouri list of required vaccinations for school can be found here.)
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If a family declines to provide this information, Camp MoVal will assume that a child is not up to date with required school vaccinations.
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If the child is not up to date with required school vaccinations, Camp MoVal may deny the camper from attending camp.
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Camp Descriptions
All Ages Camps - (Campers Ages 8-15)
Campers will have opportunities to learn and build skills like swimming, archery, hiking, worship time, lots of games, nature exploration, arts and crafts, canoeing/kayaking, campfires, cookouts, star gazing/night activities, and much more.
One of the biggest advantages of All Ages Camp is that it mirrors and prepares campers for everyday life; Promotes independence, teaches them to live in a community, fosters resilience and personal growth, builds self esteem and creates life long memories and friendships.
Campers live in different units grouped by gender and age. Morning activities are arranged by age group, afternoon activities are camper selected with mostly mixed ages and evening activities include all campers.
Camp check-in begins at 4:00pm on Sunday. Open house check-out begins Friday at 4:00pm-6:00pm. Let your camper show your around while enjoying a roasted hotdog, chips, and popsicles!
Mini Camps - (Campers Ages 7-9)
3 nights-Sunday through Wednesday A.M.
Our Mini Camps are the perfect way to give campers an introduction to the Camp MoVal tradition of outdoor camp experience.Mini campers receive nearly constant guidance and companionship from our caring counselors.
Mini Camp is a special 3-day session for younger campers who are not quite ready to stay away from home for a whole week. This program provides a supervised introduction to camping with lots of individual attention. Their schedule includes swimming, archery, hiking, worship time, lots of games, nature exploration, arts and crafts, canoeing/kayaking, evening campfires, and lots of singing. All activities are modified to best serve their age group.
These are offered along with most All Ages Camps
Specialty Camps
M.A.D.D Camp (Music Art Dance and Drama)
Ages 8-18
A place where campers express themselves artistically with friends and staff members, MADD camp is legendary for helping campers explore their creative side to discover their gifts. Campers will perform, sing, and create, so bring musical instruments, voices, creativity, or just an interest in expression. No special experience is required, and campers will still engage in MoVal activities like swimming, boating, campfire, and time on the lake.
Campers live in different units grouped by gender and age. Morning activities are arranged by age group, afternoon activities are camper selected with mostly mixed ages and evening activities include all campers.
***MADD Camp will have a closing production starting at 5:30pm on Friday. All campers and campers' guardians are welcome to see the MADD closing production, but please check out your campers first. We expect the production to last 1 hour and 15 minutes. MADD campers' guardians should plan for an 6:30 departure.
S.T.E.M. Camp (Science Technology Engineering Math)
Ages 8-18
At S.T.E.M Camp, youth are invited to come with an open mind, and an inquisitive spirit.
We seek to create a memorable week filled with scientific thought, exploratory learning, through creative scientific activities and experiences! Campers will experience mix-in hands-on, creative activities and challenges.
It's the perfect environment for campers to flex their intellectual muscles while they play, explore, and grow in their knowledge and faith. Youth will form memories and friendships they'll hold dear for the rest of their lives!
Campers live in different units grouped by gender and age. Morning activities are arranged by age group, afternoon activities are camper selected with mostly mixed ages and evening activities include all campers.
Completed Grades 9-12
At High School Leadership Camp, youth are invited to come with an open mind, and a fun spirit. During the week, counselors and staff will set the stage and hold space for amazing friendships and growth to occur! We seek to create a memorable week filled with laughter, music, reflection, self-exploration, and don't forget the ropes course! It's the perfect environment for teens to play, explore, and grow. Youth will form memories and friendships they'll hold dear for the rest of their lives!
This camp is not a counselor training, but is meant to give teenagers opportunities to discover a style of leadership built on reflection, experience, spiritual guidance, and service. Participants will have the opportunity to design and lead activities for Camp MoVal, explore nature and their personal spiritual journey, and learn to become authentic leaders through a journey of personal growth.
Adventures in Community
Ages 18+
These camps are designed for adults (ages 18+) with special needs, who are active, and fairly high functioning. Most have some form of developmental disability. Campers participate in most traditional camp activities including swimming, canoeing, crafts, fishing, games, karaoke, and more, as well as exploring our faith.
All Ages
For families of all shapes and sizes! Enjoy a few days of recreation, relaxation, and renewal. Families can spend time on the lake, in the woods, at the pool, around the campfire, and in worship. A flexible schedule and relaxed pace allow for a wide range of interests and activities: fishing, canoeing, pedal boating, hiking, crafts, and more.
Children 3 years and under are free. Camp starts on Wednesday, July 5 at 10:00 a.m. and concludes on Friday, July 7 at 10:00 a.m.
More questions? Contact Program Director, Amanda Schmitt at amanda@mmsucc.org