Reaching Outdoors Adventure Camps are designed for boys ages 9 to 18 who are interested in growing spiritually, building character, and experiencing outdoor adventure in a Christian environment. Each camp session serves a narrower age range to ensure age-appropriate activities and mentorship. Please refer to the camp calendar for specific age group details for each session.

To maintain a high level of discipleship and personal mentorship, each camp session is intentionally limited to no more than 14 campers. This small group setting allows our mentors to focus on individual needs and build meaningful relationships.

Campers will enjoy a variety of outdoor activities, which may include hunting and fishing instruction, shooting sports education, hiking, sports recreation, and faith-centered group discussions. Activities may vary based on weather, age group, and camp schedule.

No prior experience is required. Our camps are designed for beginners and experienced campers alike. All instruction is age-appropriate, mentor-led, and focused on safety, learning, and confidence-building.

Campers are supervised by trained and vetted adult leaders and apprentice guides who are passionate about discipleship, outdoor education, and youth development. All mentors are committed to providing a safe, encouraging, and Christ-centered camp environment.

Campers stay in bunk style rooms in designated sleeping areas at camp. Lodging arrangements are safe, comfortable, and supervised by camp staff. Specific accommodation details will be shared with registered families prior to camp.

All meals and snacks are provided during camp. We do our best to accommodate common dietary restrictions and allergies. Parents will have the opportunity to note dietary needs during registration.

A detailed packing list will be provided before camp. Typical items include appropriate clothing for outdoor activities, personal hygiene items, bedding or sleeping gear, and any required medications. Campers should come prepared for both outdoor adventure and group activities. Reaching Outdoors provides all the gear needed for activities, but campers can bring their own gear.

To encourage connection, focus, and engagement, campers are discouraged from bringing phones and electronic devices. Please refer to our electronic disconnet policy at registration. If devices are brought, they are turned off and collected during camp. Emergency communication options are always available through camp leadership.

Parents will receive contact information for camp leadership prior to camp. In most cases, communication with campers is limited to allow them to fully engage in the camp experience, but parents may reach camp staff at any time if needed. Campers can also use leaders’ phones if they need to reach out to you.

The cost of an all-inclusive camp session is $1,000. This includes lodging, meals, activities, equipment, and instruction. Payment plans are available. To secure a spot, a $250 deposit is required at the time of registration. All families can participate in fundraisers to help cover the remaining camp cost.

To help make camp more affordable, ALL campers have the opportunity to participate in a camp raffle fundraiser. Campers may sell raffle tickets for $10 each where purchasers can choose from a prize drawing: either a shotgun or a $500 Visa Gift Card. 100% of funds raised go directly toward the camper’s individual camp account. Raffle tickets will be available beginning in March. Additional details will be provided to registered families.

Yes, limited scholarships or sponsorship opportunities may be available based on need and funding availability. Families can request a scholarship application during the registration process.

For additional questions, please contact Reaching Outdoors. For registration and financial questions, contact Kim Potts at 210-380-7125 (call or text) or email kimpotts@reachingoutdoors.org.