Our Father/Son campout is for ages 6 to 14.
Cost: $5 per person. Max $15 per family.
Location: Anderson County Park
Friday
3:00 PM – 4:30 PM: Arrival, Check-In & Camp Setup
Welcome campers and leaders
Distribute camp materials (maps, schedules, etc.)
Set up tents, gear, and campsite
Go over safety procedures and camp expectations
4:30 PM – 5:00 PM: Opening Introduction
Opening prayer and devotion
Introduce camp leaders and go over the schedule talk about trail life
5:00 PM - 5:30 PM: Activity Block 1
Option 1: Outdoor Skills (fire-building, shelter-building)
Option 2: Nature Walk (identify plants, animals, and natural features)
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM: Dinner
Hotdogs and hamburgers (with all the fixings), chips and water
Fellowship time while enjoying the meal
Clean up after the meal
6:30 PM - 7:30 PM: Evening Activity / Campfire Program
Option 1: Campfire Songs & Storytelling
Option 2: Night Hike (exploring the outdoors after dark, with flashlights)
7:30 PM - 8:30 PM: Evening Devotion & Reflection
Share a devotion focusing on the day’s activities
Reflection time on God’s creation and the lessons learned
Closing prayer
8:30 PM - 9:00 PM: Campfire & Fellowship Time
Relax by the campfire
Casual games (e.g., roasting marshmallows, playing cards)
Quiet time and fellowship
9:00 PM - 10:00 PM: Lights Out / Quiet Time
Get ready for bed
Encourage campers to reflect on their experiences before sleep
Saturday
7:00 AM - 7:30 AM: Wake Up & Morning Devotion
Begin with a short devotion and prayer
Stretching and morning routines
Prepare for breakfast
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM: Breakfast
Bacon/sausage , eggs and biscuits water/coffee/orange juice
Fellowship and share plans for the day
8:30 AM - 10:00 AM: Activity Block 2
Option 2: Archery/Shooting Sports (supervised, safety first)
Option 3: Fishing (teaching techniques)
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM: Activity Block 3
Option 1: Hike (explore nearby trails, incorporate nature education)
Option 2: Group Challenge games- (basketball or capture the flag or team-based activities)
Option 3: Crafting (make bird house)
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM: Lunch
Camp-style lunch (sandwiches, fruit, chips, etc.)
Enjoy some down time with friends
12:00 PM - 2:00 PM: Afternoon Activity Block
Option 1: Community Service Project (help clean up the camp or neighboring area)
Option 2: Canoeing/Kayaking
Option 3: Group Relay Races (team-building and fun competition)
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM: Closing Ceremony
Group reflection and discussion: What did we learn? What was our favorite part?
Closing prayer, thank yous, and blessings
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM: Pack Up & Departure
Pack up camp, gather personal gear, and clean the campsite
Ensure all campers are ready for departure