LUTHERAN CHURCH CAMPING in Central Pennsylvania is an extension of the congregation’s ministry in the unique setting that our camps provide. Children, youth and adults learn, worship, witness and serve within a Christ-centered Lutheran tradition.

ALL CHILDREN are welcome to attend Camps Kirchenwald and Nawakwa, regardless of race, creed, religion or color.

CHILDREN WITH SPECIAL NEEDS can participate in many of our programs. Camp staff need to know the nature of the child’s special needs before arrival in camp. Please contact the camp of your choice for further information.

CAMPERSHIP APPLICATIONS are available for those whose families cannot afford the full camp fee. Campership applications may be obtained by contacting the Camping Office.

INSURANCE: Secondary coverage for health and accident is provided for all campers. Terms and benefits are available upon request.

HEALTH AND SAFETY: All campers are required to have a medical professional complete the health form provided with the registration confirmation. A physical examination is required within 12 months prior to camp attendance. While in camp, a health officer is on duty at all times. Medical facilities are easily accessible from both camps. Lifeguard and water safety instructors provide guidance at all our swimming pools.

CAMP STAFF provide outstanding leadership at all camps. High school and college students, teachers, nurses, seminarians and pastors all contribute toward the Christ-centered communities that gather together each week.

VISITORS: The camping week is a very short period away from home. It is best if children are not visited by parents, friends, and relatives except in unusual circumstances. All visitors must obtain permission from the director to be in camp.

REFUND POLICY: Fees will be refunded for emergency or medical reasons only.

AGE GROUPS are based on grade completed in Spring 2010. Groups are:
Explorers (completed grades K - 2)
Juniors (completed grades 3 - 6)
Intermediates (completed grades 6 - 8)
Senior Highs (completed grades 9 - 11)

KIRCHENWALD/NAWAKWA CAMP WEEK: Each camp week begins Sunday with check-in between the hours of 3:00 and 4:30pm. Early check-in is not possible. Parents may pick up their children on Saturday morning between 9:00 and 9:30am.
Day Camps run from 9:00am to 4:00pm Monday through Friday.
Mini Camp weeks start at 3:00pm (Sunday or Wednesday). Parents may pick up their children at 9:00am (Wednesday or Saturday).

HOW TO REGISTER

1. Please send one registration form per child for each week of camp attendance. Campers may attend more than one week. Download a registration form or register online.

2. Select a first and second, alternate choice, in case the first choice has a full registration.

3. Campers may include a request for one other camper as a cabinmate. Please be sure the other camper is in agreement and is planning to attend the same program.

4. Campers should read and sign the Camper Code of Conduct on the bottom of the registration form.

5. Have your pastor sign the completed registration form, only if required by your congregation.

6. Registration Fees: The basic fee for Kirchenwald and Nawakwa is $395. A $100 deposit is required with each registration.

7. Deadline for Registration: Campers may register at any time, up to one week prior to arrival at camp.

8. DISCOUNTS:

• Full Payment Discount: Deduct $15 when you include full payment with registration before April 3.
• CampPerson Discount: If your congregation was represented at one of the 2010 CampPerson meetings, each camper from your congregation (excluding Day Campers) receives a $10 discount. Call your congregation or the Camping Office to find out if you are eligible.
• Additional Children: Second child in family (or same child attending more than one week) receives a $25 discount; third child - $50. This discount applies to campers attending full-week, resident programs.
• Invite-a-Friend Discount: Bring a friend that has never been to any Kirchenwald or Nawakwa summer camp and both you and your friend save $25 each OR receive a free additional week of camp (up to $395). Visit the Camping Website for the Invite-a-Friend Coupon to send with your registration and more information. Invite-a-Friend does not apply to immediate family members.
  

9. Mail your registration and payment to the camp you wish to attend. Checks should be made payable to :

Kirchenwald
1 Cut Off Road
Lebanon, PA 17042
Tel. 717-964-3121 (June/July/August)
Or 717-273-2289 (Sept. - May)
kirchenwald@lutherancamping.org

Nawakwa
PO Box 459
Arendtsville, PA 17303
Tel. 717-677-8211
Fax 717-677-7597
nawakwa@lutherancamping.org