Summer Family Camp
Come Away & Grow Together
Daily obligations of life leave most families headed in different directions. Today, families need a place where they can retreat, build deeper connections, create life-long memories, and strengthen their faith.
That’s the focus of Forest Springs’ summer family camps – with half-week, week-long, and holiday weekend options.
Our range of accommodation options from campsites to cabins to hotel-style guest rooms allows families of all ages to choose the perfect, stress-free setting for their time away. You are in control of your week with fantastic food options and a “buffet” of activities, including swimming, canoeing, high & low ropes challenge courses, handcrafts, air rifles, archery, mini-farm, and more, allowing for many tastes and preferences.
Our guest speakers and talented Bible teachers will help engage the hearts and minds of your family, and inspire you to know and live for Jesus!
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General Information About Family Camps
Most people come to family camp to unplug from their ordinary lives, add depth to family relationships and grow in their understanding of God's Word. Many come away feeling better equipped to live their lives together in a way that brings glory to the Lord.
Forest Springs is a beautiful environment where a lot of fun is had every year. Most importantly, it is a Christian ministry. Our staff takes our ministry very seriously, and we hope this shows through our service, the maintenance of our facilities, our Bible teaching times
Just like our family campers are intentional about coming to camps each year, our staff is intentional about what we plan and how we serve.
Upon Your Arrival
At Forest Springs you will be welcomed by staff awaiting your arrival and receive your housing assignments at the reception desk in the Ministry Center. Our friendly staff is there to help you check in, answer any questions, and assist you in finding your housing. It is our aim to make you feel at home as quickly as possible!
Sample Daily Schedule
We will provide you with a program booklet with pertinent information for daily events throughout your stay. The following is a general schedule format:
6:30-8:00 Coffee Shop Open
7:00 Voyagers/Wrangler's Breakfast
7:45-9:00 Camper Breakfast in Dining Hall
9:15 Bible Teaching Session and Kid's Classes
10:30-12 Free Time - Nature Classes and Program Areas Open
11:45-1 Lunch
1-5:30 Free Time - Nature Classes and Program Areas Open
5-6:15 Supper
6:30 Bible Teaching Session and Kid's Classes
8:00 Free Time - Campfires, Stores, and Select Program Areas Open
A typical day at family camp can be as busy or relaxing as you would like to make it. It's your choice! Families can choose to participate in whatever they choose. There is no pressure! With that said, we would love for you to at least participate in Bible teaching sessions and kid's classes. We believe you will benefit a great deal from having attended.
Note that camp schedules are subject to change.
Meals
Enjoy delicious home-cooked meals offered all-you-can-eat buffet-style.
We are happy to accommodate special dietary needs. Please notify the registrar no later than one week prior to your family camp if special dietary needs are required.
Classes for Children
During adult Bible sessions, we provide a nursery for children 0-2 and age-appropriate Bible classes for children 3-17. Each class is led by a passionate, trained teacher ready to provide solid biblical teaching to your child.
Program Areas Offered
Summer recreational activities include swimming, boating, canoeing, sailing, fishing, biking, and more!
Our waterfront is staffed by certified lifeguards and open during most free-time periods for swimming, boating, and fishing.
Crafts can be purchased and made in the handcraft shop. Campers may earn ranks and awards at air rifles and archery, or they may enjoy playing tennis on the well-maintained and lighted courts.
The mini-farm and creation station give campers opportunities to see and learn more about the world God created.
We also have a coffee shop, cafe (with offerings such as pizza, candy, and ice cream), and gift shop that are open throughout each session of camp.
Optional Activities [many include an additional cost]
*subject to change - may not be offered at every camp
- Day-long canoe trip
- Trail biking
- Golf outing (bring your own clubs)
- Tours to area attractions
- Paintball
- Trap shooting
Partial Stays & Visitors during Family Camps
Maximum Occupancy
Our "maximum capacity limits" dictate if we can accommodate requests for additional visitors/guests visiting campers during their week of camp.
Visitors:
- A visitor is anyone, including a family member, who is not pre-registered and is staying for one night or less.
- Family campers are responsible to ensure that their guest is registered at least one day in advance of their visit. If the guest is staying overnight, please notify us prior to camper registration days.
- Visitors pay the fees at the receptionist desk.
- Visitors are asked to observe all camp guidelines and give family campers first priority in all camp program events and equipment.
Partial Stay Campers:
- A Partial-stay camper is anyone, including a family member, who stays two or more nights at camp.
- Partial-stay campers need to register prior to the start of camp.
- There are 2 fee options for partial stay campers"
- 3-night-stay fee (for those staying two to three nights)
- 6 night stay fee (for those staying four to six nights)
- Partial-stay campers are entitled to all the privileges of a full-week camper. They may sign up for program events and may have priority with camp equipment as other full-week campers.
- Substitution of a non-registered person for a registered camper is not permitted.
Lodging Options
Forest Springs offers an array of lodging to summer family campers. Guests can choose from our lodge rooms, cabins, or RV/campsites.
What is the difference between a standard cabin and a lodge room?
Forest Springs has 30 standard cabins that are carpeted and feature private bathrooms and showers. Each cabin unit sleeps up to eight people. Towels and bedding in our standard cabins are not included.
Our lodge rooms sleep up to five people and feature a king bed, a bunk bed, and a trundle bed. Each lodge room also features a private bathroom and shower. Bedding and towels are provided in our lodge rooms.
HAVE QUESTIONS?
Each family camp is comprised of 35-70 families. Families come in all ages and sizes.
We love ministering to young families just starting their family camp tradition. We serve blended families that are looking to grow even closer. We enjoy serving empty nesters, who come to enjoy family camp with or without their children and grandchildren.
When it comes down to it, we are passionate about seeing families spend time together - to grow in their relationships together and with the Lord.
Forest Springs is situated within the majestic forests of the northwoods, alongside several spring-fed lakes. In this natural environment, we have several trails and activity areas that allow our family campers to learn and have fun in God's perfect creation.
Our lodging options range from tent sites to our lodge rooms, depending on the preferences of our family campers. Our modern facilities ensure that campers are comfortable and well cared for by our well-trained, mission-driven staff. We work hard to ensure we provide the comforts of modern amenities, complemented by the natural beauty of the northwoods.
Family camp at Forest Springs is casual and relaxed. We encourage families to be themselves, have fun, and create a lot of memories!
We have a total of eight summer family camps - two holiday weekend camps to coincide with Memorial Day and Labor Day, two 3-day family camps, and four 6-day family camps.
We also have one four-day winter family camp. Click here to get more information on our winter family camp.
We work diligently to ensure that our family camps are competitive with (or even less expensive than) family vacations that include lodging, food, etc. Click here to receive pricing information for family camps.
Pack as if you are going on vacation. For summer family camps, make sure you bring plenty of swimwear, towels, sunscreen, and bug-repellant. There are a limited number of coin-operated washers and dryers available.
Electronic devices are welcome unless you choose to intentionally leave them at home. Complimentary wireless internet is available in certain areas within Forest Springs.
Of course, bring your Bible and plenty of paper for taking notes during the Bible teaching times!
Prior to your arrival at Forest Springs, you will receive information via email that will provide you with detailed information about your stay with us. After receiving and reviewing that information, please call us at 715.436.7378 should you have any questions.
If you cancel prior to May 31st, you will be refunded 50% of your deposit. After this date, all deposits are non-refundable.
Adjustments in camp fees can be made only for missed meals. Arrangements must be made seven days prior to arrival.
You can register by mailing in a registration form or calling us at 715.436.7378.
