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That Thing at Epworth Forest is a summer conference camp for high school students to come together in pursuit of Christ being lived out in their communities. There’s a ton of fun here but more importantly, this camp is about sending students out to put love and action into the root of their daily lives back at home.

Hundreds of students will be on site each week from ninth grade through graduating seniors. Students get some supervised free time to explore recreation areas in groups, choose from different Creative Labs, grab snack at the Beach House, and relax in their lodge common rooms.

Camp Worship

At the core of That Thing is a passion for creating expressive and interactive worship spaces that draw on multiple learning styles to help students engage with the gospel and finding their own rhythm and connection with God. Bands and speakers spend time connecting with students throughout the day as well as on stage. Counselors and leaders help students through small group discussions in meeting new friends and unpacking the experiences of the week.

Event Cost

• Camper Price: This camp can be registered using a four-step payment plan. [Learn more here…]
  •   $651 • 2020 Full Camp Fee
    -$192 • INUMC Support [learn more]
      $459 • Your Camp Fee
    +$30 – After 4/20/20 Early Bird Discount extended for all of 2020
• Counselor Price: $Free for adult volunteers

Register Here

Parents/Guardians – Sign up a camper to attend this event

Be A Volunteer

Serve as an adult counselor or parent at camp during programs

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Experience

• Camp Cookouts | Energetic Meal Times
• Pool Swimming | High Ropes | Low Ropes| Archery | Zip Lines |Giant Swings
• Individual Devotional Times | Small Group Discussion | Energetic Woods Worship Setting

Outcomes

• Small group times, will focus on interpersonal and social skill development this year. The goal is to help amplify the students’ capacity to connect more deeply in their home communities.  
• Students will focus in on discovering how to spend time alone with God and grow through their own digging into scripture, listening through prayer, and in seeking Him first.
• As always, exciting adventures, friendships, worship times, and activities will make this a memorable week of their life for years to come.

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    The volunteer directing staff are; Chris and Emily Burkhart and Hannah Enloe.

     This directing team wants the experience of camp to be one that these campers never forget. One that is not only a time to make lifelong friendships, but also a time to focus on how much God loves them and wants a relationship with each one of them.

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Event Cost

• Camper Price: This camp can be registered using a four-step payment plan. [Learn more here…]
  •   $651 • 2020 Full Camp Fee
    -$192 • INUMC Support [learn more]
      $459 • Your Camp Fee
    +$30 – After 4/20/20 Early Bird Discount extended for all of 2020
• Counselor Price: $Free for adult volunteers

Register Here

Parents/Guardians – Sign up a camper to attend this event

Be A Volunteer

Serve as an adult counselor or parent at camp during programs

Resources & Info

Scholarship Info, Registration Details, Payment Plans, & More

 

In response to COVID-19, Impact 2818 condensed and consolidated it’s campsites to better steward resources, effectively plan, and strategically respond to changing safety guidance. Therefore, Camp Adventure’s Summer 2020 programming is being run at Epworth Forest Conference Center. The location may have changed, but the amazing directors, counselors, and staff that Camp Adventure is known for are traveling with us! 

Recreation & Activities

Beach Swimming | AquaRocker | “Sky High” Giant Swing | Paintball | Canoes & Kayaks | Home in the Woods Groups | Gaga Ball | 9 Square in the Air | Fire Circles | Crafts | Beach Volleyball | Tailgate Games | and More! 

Volunteer Director Team

• Justin Cason (Monticello UMC)
• Krissy Miller (Mt. Olive UMC)
• Devin Cook (Dyer UMC)
• Caleb Stayton (Sonrise Church)
• Mike Ghilardi (Sonrise Church)

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Event Information Packet Available Soon

Event Cost

• Camper Price: This camp can be registered using a four-step payment plan. [Learn more here…]
  •   $651 • 2020 Full Camp Fee
    -$192 • INUMC Support [learn more]
      $459 • Your Camp Fee
    +$30 – After 4/20/20 Early Bird Discount extended for all of 2020
• Counselor Price: $Free for adult volunteers

Register Here

Parents/Guardians – Sign up a camper to attend this event

Be A Volunteer

Serve as an adult counselor or parent at camp during programs

Resources & Info

Scholarship Info, Registration Details, Payment Plans, & More

 

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A personal growth program designed for teenagers who desire to be in leadership positions within their community now or in the future.  Under the supervision of our ILT Director, this small group of 7th-9th graders will explore what it means to be a Christian leader.  They’ll dig into leadership characteristics (like integrity, planning, organization, accountability, problem solving), and discover how these can be used both in the camp setting and their home communities.  Each day they’ll have the opportunity to put into action what they’re learning through serving alongside camp counselors and staff to lead elementary campers in activities.  

Experiences

Developing Leadership Skills|Leading and Serving Campers|Beach Swimming|Mammoth Swing|Low Ropes Course|Star Gazing and Night Hike|Campfire Cookout|Evening Worship at Campfire|Devotions

Clear Gospel Message

At Camp Lakewood, we teach and explore God’s love in every moment, emphasizing the power and love of Jesus Christ above all else. ILT campers will spend significant time exploring how God wants to use them personally as a leader.  They’ll work alongside Christian camp leaders to see an example of what Christian leadership looks like.  By the end of the week each ILT camper will have a plan to use their leadership skills to impact their home community.  We believe that campers will not only have a good time at camp but have their lives transformed forever.  Our prayer is that each camper who leaves Lakewood will be transformed by the grace of God, on mission to fulfill our call to live a life of love full of the fruits of the spirit. 

Outcomes

Strengthened Leadership Skills|Strengthened Interpersonal Skills|An intimate understanding of Jesus|Lifetime of memories|New Friends

ILT Director

The ILT Program will be led by veteran Lakewood staff member Grace Stewart.  Grace is an energetic leader with a powerful devotion to Jesus Christ, and a passion for camp and young leaders. 

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Event Cost

• Camper Price: This camp can be registered using a four-step payment plan. [Learn more here…]
  •   $267 • 2020 Full Camp Fee
    -$192 • INUMC Support [learn more]
      $75 • Your Camp Fee

Register Here

Parents/Guardians – Sign up a camper to attend this event

Be A Volunteer

Serve as an adult counselor or parent at camp during programs

Resources & Info

Scholarship Info, Registration Details, Payment Plans, & More

 

COVID-19 Response

Due to the COVID-19 crisis, Impact2818 has decided to condense and consolidate our summer schedules. In doing so only three campsites will operate programming (Epworth, Lakewood, and Rivervale) and Pine Creek will not be running any programming for the upcoming summer. With this mitigation we are recommending elementary campers move to join Lakewood’s elementary camp  (July 5-10). For families who wish to transfer registrations to another site or cancel their registration, check this page here to view our policy regarding doing so. While not ideal we thank you for your understanding and look forward to having you back at Pine Creek in 2021!

What is Elementary Camp?

Glad you asked! Elementary Camp is a traditional Christ centered overnight camping experience for elementary students grades 3rd – 6th. Since Pine Creek will not be hosting this event, please jump over to Camp Lakewood’s event here to see what to expect during your camp week.

Experience

Check out the Camp Lakewood event here for more information.

Outcomes

• Through camp, we hope that every child will experience a loving and encouraging environment where they feel safe to explore Christ through scripture, questions, service, and community.
•  An enhanced focus on character, social, & friendship skill development to help children better engage in social situations & everyday moments throughout their lives.

Event Cost

• Camper Price: This camp can be registered using a four-step payment plan. [Learn more here…]
  •   $651 • 2020 Full Camp Fee
    -$192 • INUMC Support [learn more]
      $459 • Your Camp Fee
    +$30 – After 4/20/20 Early Bird Discount extended for all of 2020
• Counselor Price: $Free for adult volunteers

Register Here

Parents/Guardians – Sign up a camper to attend this event

Be A Volunteer

Serve as an adult counselor or parent at camp during programs

Resources & Info

Scholarship Info, Registration Details, Payment Plans, & More

 

COVID-19 2020 Action & Operation Plan

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Camp Lakewood’s Impact Camp provides a classic camp experience, with exciting features including a mammoth swing, zip line, tubing, and more! Through these experiences and time in Cabin Groups, campers will make new friends, strengthen old bonds, and grow in interpersonal skills. Most importantly, an emphasis on spiritual development through hearing about God’s love, devotional time in their cabin, and evening worship gives each camper a fresh look into what it means to be a follower of Jesus Christ.

Experiences

Beach Swimming|Twin Eagle Zip Line|Mammoth Swing|Archery|Wilderness (Camp Fire Cooking and Craft)|Low Ropes Course|Tubing on a Brand New Boat|Cabin Time|Time in Nature|Maker Creative Spaces|Evening Extravaganza|Star Gazing and Night Hike|Adventure Picnic Lunch|Cabin Cookout|Morning Teaching/Small Group Time|Evening Worship at Campfire/Devotions|Curriculum Theme “Treasure”

Clear Gospel Message

Here at Camp Lakewood, we teach and explore God’s love in every moment. In 2020 we are continuing to emphasize the power and love of Jesus Christ above all else. As each week dives into the theme, “Treasure,” campers will have the chance to learn about the Kingdom of God and the treasures within it. Ultimately, our hope is that campers see the Bible as one unified story telling about the greatest Treasure of all, Jesus Christ. Exploring Creation, Hope, Jesus, Jesus’ Sacrifice for us, and our response to that we believe that campers will not only have a good time at camp but have their lives transformed forever. Campers will explore these ideas and more through rich teaching from strong spiritual leaders, in small group devotional times with their cabins, in small group times with staff members and at evening worship at Vesper Hill. Our prayer is that each camper who leaves Lakewood will be transformed by the grace of God, on mission to fulfill our call to live a life of love full of the fruits of the spirit. 

Outcomes

New Friends|Strengthened Interpersonal Skills|An intimate understanding of Jesus|Lifetime of memories

Volunteer Director Team

Our July 5-10 Director Team is hosted by Sonrise Church in Southwest, Fort Wayne. Leaders including Daphne Gottfried, Ben Rothenbush, Maddie Randolph, Anna Gottfried, and Abbie Jones have multiple years of experience and provide energy and a setting of worship all week long!

Menu and Gluten Free Information

Lakewood2020MealSchedule

More Event Information

Event Information Packet Available Soon

Event Cost

• Camper Price: This camp can be registered using a four-step payment plan. [Learn more here…]
  •   $651 • 2020 Full Camp Fee
    -$192 • INUMC Support [learn more]
      $459 • Your Camp Fee
    +$30 – After 4/20/20 Early Bird Discount extended for all of 2020
• Counselor Price: $Free for adult volunteers

Register Here

Parents/Guardians – Sign up a camper to attend this event

Be A Volunteer

Serve as an adult counselor or parent at camp during programs

Resources & Info

Scholarship Info, Registration Details, Payment Plans, & More

 

That Thing at Epworth Forest is a summer conference camp for high school students to come together in pursuit of Christ being lived out in their communities. There’s a ton of fun here but more importantly, this camp is about sending students out to put love and action into the root of their daily lives back at home.

Hundreds of students will be on site each week from ninth grade through graduating seniors. Students get some supervised free time to explore recreation areas in groups, choose from different Creative Labs, grab snack at the Beach House, and relax in their lodge common rooms.

Camp Worship

At the core of That Thing is a passion for creating expressive and interactive worship spaces that draw on multiple learning styles to help students engage with the gospel and finding their own rhythm and connection with God. Bands and speakers spend time connecting with students throughout the day as well as on stage. Counselors and leaders help students through small group discussions in meeting new friends and unpacking the experiences of the week.

Event Cost

• Camper Price: This camp can be registered using a four-step payment plan. [Learn more here…]
  •   $651 • 2020 Full Camp Fee
    -$192 • INUMC Support [learn more]
      $459 • Your Camp Fee
    +$30 – After 4/20/20 Early Bird Discount extended for all of 2020
• Counselor Price: $Free for adult volunteers

Register Here

Parents/Guardians – Sign up a camper to attend this event

Be A Volunteer

Serve as an adult counselor or parent at camp during programs

Resources & Info

Scholarship Info, Registration Details, Payment Plans, & More

 

COVID-19 Response

In response to the COVID-19 crisis and as good stewards of health and finances, Impact2818 will transition our summer programs to a condensed schedule, and consolidated to three sites (Lakewood, Rivervale, and Epworth). Due to this development, Horse camp will not operate for the 2020 season. 

For those currently registered for a Horse Camp during this summer. Please view the updated camp policy regarding cancellations and transferring registrations here. While this may be sad, the safety of our campers is our number one priority. We look forward to seeing you Summer 2021! 

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Event Information Packet Available Soon

Event Cost

• Camper Price: This camp can be registered using a four-step payment plan. [Learn more here…]
  •   $761 • 2020 Full Camp Fee
    -$192 • INUMC Support [learn more]
      $559 • Your Camp Fee
    +$30 – After 4/20/20 Early Bird Discount extended for all of 2020
• Counselor Price: $Free for adult volunteers

Register Here

Parents/Guardians – Sign up a camper to attend this event

Be A Volunteer

Serve as an adult counselor or parent at camp during programs

Resources & Info

Scholarship Info, Registration Details, Payment Plans, & More

 

In response to COVID-19, Impact 2818 condensed and consolidated it’s campsites to better steward resources, effectively plan, and strategically respond to changing safety guidance. Therefore, Camp Adventure’s Summer 2020 programming is being run at Epworth Forest Conference Center. The location may have changed, but the amazing directors, counselors, and staff that Camp Adventure is known for are traveling with us! 

Recreation & Activities

Beach Swimming | AquaRocker | “Sky High” Giant Swing | Paintball | Canoes & Kayaks | Home in the Woods Groups | Gaga Ball | 9 Square in the Air | Fire Circles | Crafts | Beach Volleyball | Tailgate Games | and More! 

Volunteer Director Team

• Phil Harman (Columbia City UMC)
• David Neel (Columbia City UMC)
• Rory Field (Lifehouse/Huntertown UMC)
• Chad Litten (The Promise UMC Fishers)
• Nick & Braelynne Sprunger (New Haven UMC)

More Event Information

Event Information Packet Available Soon

Event Cost

• Camper Price: This camp can be registered using a four-step payment plan. [Learn more here…]
  •   $651 • 2020 Full Camp Fee
    -$192 • INUMC Support [learn more]
      $459 • Your Camp Fee
    +$30 – After 4/20/20 Early Bird Discount extended for all of 2020
• Counselor Price: $Free for adult volunteers

Register Here

Parents/Guardians – Sign up a camper to attend this event

Be A Volunteer

Serve as an adult counselor or parent at camp during programs

Resources & Info

Scholarship Info, Registration Details, Payment Plans, & More

 

COVID-19 2020 Action & Operation Plan

View Now…

Camp Lakewood’s Impact Camp provides a classic camp experience, with exciting features including a mammoth swing, zip line, tubing, and more! Through these experiences and time in Cabin Groups, campers will make new friends, strengthen old bonds, and grow in interpersonal skills. Most importantly, an emphasis on spiritual development through hearing about God’s love, devotional time in their cabin, and evening worship gives each camper a fresh look into what it means to be a follower of Jesus Christ.

Experiences

Beach Swimming|Twin Eagle Zip Line|Mammoth Swing|Archery|Wilderness (Camp Fire Cooking and Craft)|Low Ropes Course|Tubing on a Brand New Boat|Cabin Time|Time in Nature|Maker Creative Spaces|Evening Extravaganza|Star Gazing and Night Hike|Adventure Picnic Lunch|Cabin Cookout|Morning Teaching/Small Group Time|Evening Worship at Campfire/Devotions|Curriculum Theme “Treasure”

Clear Gospel Message

Here at Camp Lakewood, we teach and explore God’s love in every moment. In 2020 we are continuing to emphasize the power and love of Jesus Christ above all else. As each week dives into the theme, “Treasure,” campers will have the chance to learn about the Kingdom of God and the treasures within it. Ultimately, our hope is that campers see the Bible as one unified story telling about the greatest Treasure of all, Jesus Christ. Exploring Creation, Hope, Jesus, Jesus’ Sacrifice for us, and our response to that we believe that campers will not only have a good time at camp but have their lives transformed forever. Campers will explore these ideas and more through rich teaching from strong spiritual leaders, in small group devotional times with their cabins, in small group times with staff members and at evening worship at Vesper Hill. Our prayer is that each camper who leaves Lakewood will be transformed by the grace of God, on mission to fulfill our call to live a life of love full of the fruits of the spirit. 

Outcomes

New Friends|Strengthened Interpersonal Skills|An intimate understanding of Jesus|Lifetime of memories

Volunteer Director Team

Our July 12-17 Director Team is hosted by a variety of local churches and incredible leaders. Vanessa Rosenberg of Elkhart, Indiana with Pastor Will Deeds at Osceola UMC and Katie Gilbert, long time director from Castleton, Indiana and Amanda Williams from Richmond, Indiana will head up this team with a deep commitment to loving kids, teaching them about the love of Christ and making sure everyone has a blast while at camp!

Menu and Gluten Free Information

Lakewood2020MealSchedule

More Event Information

Event Information Packet Available Soon

Event Cost

• Camper Price: This camp can be registered using a four-step payment plan. [Learn more here…]
  •   $651 • 2020 Full Camp Fee
    -$192 • INUMC Support [learn more]
      $459 • Your Camp Fee
    +$30 – After 4/20/20 Early Bird Discount extended for all of 2020
• Counselor Price: $Free for adult volunteers

Register Here

Parents/Guardians – Sign up a camper to attend this event

Be A Volunteer

Serve as an adult counselor or parent at camp during programs

Resources & Info

Scholarship Info, Registration Details, Payment Plans, & More