We are excited to be taking a group of 40 Middle School Youth to Ingham Lake Bible Camp for a week of camp. See below for helpful information, important dates, and to learn about this life-changing Mission Immersion.  
Basic Information
About Camp: Youth, have you ever wanted to be part of something bigger than yourself- something to give you a sense of belonging, purpose, and mission? Then Junior High camp at Ingham is the perfect place to be!
At camp, youth will meet new friends, discover more about what it means to be a Christian, and find out how God wants to be in a relationship with each of us! With hilarious skits, personal messages, fun at the lake playing games, and hanging out, this will be a week they never forget!

Dates: July 19-24
  • Leaving Sun, July 19 at 1 PM
  • Returning Friday, July 24 at 6 PM

Location: Ingham Lake Bible Camp at 2258 450th Avenue, Wallingford, IA 51365

Who can attend: Any youth currently in 6 th -8 th grade.

Total Cost: $409. A non-refundable deposit of $100 due when you register Ingham Okoboji Lutheran Bible Camps. 

Deadline to Register: November 17

Summer Trip Meeting: November 17 at 10:00 AM in the Fellowship Hall for Parents/Caring Adults and Students. Please contact John when you register if you will be unable to make it to this meeting.

Fundraising Opportunities: Hy-Vee Card Sales, Silent Auction, the Envelope Fundraiser, attending youth group, and other opportunities. See additional information below.

Questions: See below or contact John Schomberg at [email protected] or 605-336-2942 ext. 35.
Registration
How to register for Junior High Camp at Ingham – July 19-24
To register your 6-8th-grade youth, please click on the following link and then follow the directions below: 
Step 1: Click REGISTER ONLINE
Step 2: If you do not already have a log in from attending a Recharge camp, you will need to create a New Account. 
Step 3: Click on Add New Program
Step 4: Enter the Our Savior’s Group Hold Code : 2020IJH
Step 5: Click on Ingham Junior High Camp
Step 6: You can add Paint Ball for an additional cost of $20.
Step 7: Complete Medical and other forms
Step 8: Pay the $100 deposit

If you have any trouble registering, please call Sarah - Registrar Ingham Okoboji Bible Camps at 1-800-OKOBOJI or email her at [email protected]
Costs and Payment Deadlines
Cost Breakdown
  • $409 to cover the summer camp program at Ingham Lake Bible Camp
  • Youth are responsible for money for extra snacks, souvenirs, etc.
  • OSL will organize transportation to and from Camp at no additional cost.

Payment Deadlines
  • A non-refundable payment of $100 is due to Ingham Okoboji Lutheran Bible Camp when you register
  • The first payment of $150 is due to OSL March 29 (equaling a total of $250)
  • Final payment of $159 is due to OSL April 29 (equaling the final total of $409)
  • If you withdraw from the trip after March 29, you will still be responsible for 50% of the trip cost
  • If you withdraw from the trip after April 29, you will be responsible for the full amount
Frequently Asked Questions about camp
What do I bring?  Bible, Bedding (a sleeping bag, or twin sheets), Pillow, Towels (one for bathing, one for swimming), Clothing and pajamas for 5 days and nights, Jacket or sweatshirt for cooler evenings, Shoes for outdoor games, Toiletries (toothbrush, shampoo, soap, etc.), One-piece, modest swimsuit, Sunscreen and bug spray, (Optional) Money for the Camp Store
  • Please leave at home: Pets, MP3 players, computers, iPads, valuables, snack food, pop, bikes or skateboards.
  • A note about cell phones: Cell phones are NOT allowed for use during youth camp, so if possible, please leave them home. We expect any phones brought to camp to be turned off and put away through the duration of the camp program. We will hold on to any phones that become an issue or a distraction.

Where will I sleep, eat, and shower?  Today Ingham Lake offers an ideal setting for youth camp, with air-conditioned sleeping cabins, retreat centers, modern shower house, chapel, dining hall, swimming pool, lake, and plenty of room to run around and make noise. 
  • Learn more about Ingham and take a tour of camp by CLICKING HERE. 

What about Food Allergies?  Food allergies and dietary needs are a very real concern for a growing number of our campers. We accommodate for most food allergies and dietary requirements to keep our campers healthy while joining us. Please make sure to note specific allergies or dietary needs on your registration form so we can best prepare for your safety. Please call us at 1-800-OKOBOJI with any questions or concerns.

Other Questions?   Contact John , I was on staff at Ingham Lake Bible Camp and worked at Ingham Okoboji Lutheran Bible Camps for three years. I would be happy to answer any questions.   
Fundraising
We will have many opportunities for youth to participate in fundraising for our summer trips. We believe that with full participation, each youth can cover a large portion or even the entire cost of the trip.

HyVee Card Sales – Each youth will be assigned a Sunday to sell Hy-Vee Cards at the Youth Information Center. We will sell from 9:45 AM to 11:15 AM, and we require that each youth have a caring adult with them. The youth and adult will help a youth board member to sell cards as well as answer questions about upcoming youth ministry events. Each youth will receive $40 in their account for an hour and a half of service. If you are not able to serve during the Sunday assigned, you may switch with another youth or let John know so that other youth can have the opportunity to serve an additional shift.

Silent Auction – Dates for the auction are set for February 22 – March 8. The last day will end with a meal and a show on Sunday, March 8 from 5-8 PM. We ask that each household contributes items valued at least $200 in total value. These can be donations from a business or homemade items (woodworking, quilts, and small business items). We do ask that items be new! If you donate items to the silent auction, you will receive a percentage of the money raised. If you work shifts or serve in other roles supporting the auction the percentage will be increased. Last year we made almost $15,000 because of the youth's hard work.

Youth Group – Every time a youth attends Middle School Sunday Morning or Youth Group (MSYG or HSYG) after November 17, youth will earn $5 toward their account.

Envelope Fundraiser – At the end of March through much of April, our Envelopes will go up in the windows by the Celebrate Center. They will be numbered 1-150. The number on the outside of the envelope is the amount of money a person puts inside the envelope. If we were to collect all 150 envelopes, we would raise over $11,000! This money will be evenly distributed among trip participants.
Youth Camp Summer Promo 2019 for the Okoboji and Ingham sites