Teen Trek Camps

Our mission is to support the ministry of proclaiming and confessing Jesus Christ by nourishing the spiritual growth of those we serve, strengthening their service in Christ's name.

Grace and peace to you from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ, who gave himself for our sins to rescue us from the present evil age, according to the will of our God and Father, to whom be glory for ever and ever. Amen.
Galatians 1:3-5

Teen Trek Camps
(14 and older)

To Register for any of these great events click here.

Christ Serve Programs

In 2006 Lutheran Island Camp received a grant from Thrivent Financial for Lutherans to establish a program of youth involvement in community service projects. To date nearly 50 young people have received extensive training in leadership, problem solving, communication, and leadership dynamics. In addition Lutheran Island Camp has established a tradition of providing Christ Serve opportunities for young people from around the country.

Christ Serve^SM Training Camp:

Christ Serve Leadership Training provides youth with a unique opportunity to be trained in leadership skills , then put those skills into practice. Young people who would like to someday be on staff at Lutheran Island Camp should attend this program. We seek to identify, inspire, develop, and train young leaders for life-long service in the church and in their communities.

Dates: June 4-9 (3:00 p.m. Thursday through Tuesday at Noon)
Ages: 14 and older

Rate: $150 (the cost of the camp is underwritten by donors to Lutheran Island Camp)
Deposit Amount: $75
Within 14 days please call for availability.

“Building the Island” Servant Event

Youth from around the nation come together for service projects at Lutheran Island Camp, and plenty of fun activities on the Island. We'll be putting paneling on the interior of our chapel, doing repair and maintenance on the Challenge Course, refurbishing a 60 year old boat house; plus a variety of other projects. Daily Bible studies; and evening activities, including a square dance round out the week. Groups or individuals may register together. Please call for availability. You can watch a video produced by one of 2008's Servant Event Teams by clicking here.

Dates:

“Building the Island -- One" June 7-12

"Building the Island -- Two" - June 14-19

"Building the Island --Three" - June 21-26

"Building the Island -- Four" - July 12-17

Ages: 14 and older

Rate: $245
Deposit Amount: $75

Christ Serve Ranch Servant Events:

Be a part of developing the first Creation-Science Environmental Learning Center in the country. Located on property soon to be acquired, Christ Serve Ranch is 275 acres of servant oppotunities. Trails need to be made; observation decks need to be built; docks have to be constructed and installed; an old building needs to be demolished; signage needs to be provided; and much more.

Dates:

Christ Serve Ranch One June 7-12

Christ Serve Ranch Two June 14-19

Christ Serve Ranch Three: June 21-26

Christ Serve Ranch Four: July 12-17

Ages: 14 and older

Rate: $245

Deposit Amount: $75

To register on-line, click here. You will be redirected to the Lutheran Island Camp site for registration.

Inger Mission Trip Servant Events

Travel to Inger, Minnesota and spend the week working with Native children and families. Participants will lead children, youth, and families in games, activities, Bible Study, and devotions. They will also do community service projects within the Native community. It is a great 5 day event that brings back people year after year. If your group is interested, sign up early. We are limited in the number of people we can bring with us.

Date: Inger Mission Trip 1-June 14-19

Inger Mission Trip 2-July 26-31

Rate: $245

Deposit: $75

Voyageur/Teen Trek Horse Camp:

Those campers with a little more riding experience will want to take advantage of this week! Advanced Horse Camp offers more time in the saddle as well as the opportunity to travel to other sites with campouts and more. The Voyageur/Teen Trek Wrangler Horse Camps provide more than the Tenderfoot version, plus you ride on more advanced trails, camp out with your horse, and experience what you and a good horse can do.

Dates:

Teen Trek Advanced Horse Camp June 14-19 (This is for high school aged advanced writers) Prior experience is required.

WranglerHorse Camp 1 June 21-26

Wrangler Horse Camp 2 August 2-7

Ages: 12 and older
Rate: $390 June 14-19 Rate:$415
Limit: 16

Deposit Amount: $100
Our horse camps usually fill early so to avoid disappointment, register right away.

To register on-line, click here. You will be redirected to the Lutheran Island Camp site for registration.

Preparing for College

Statistics tell us that 80% of young people will drift away from their faith by the time they have completed college. Often it is because their core beliefs are challenged day in and day out by professors who know how to ridicule and make fun of Christian beliefs. This is especially true in the area of science. This weekend event will be led by Brian Young. Brian will provide resources and information needed by young people so that they can faithfully reflect their Christian values and beliefs. This is a must for juniors and seniors in high school.

Dates: June 19-21

Ages: 16-18 year olds

Rates: $105

Teen Trek Young Scientist Camp:

Young Scientist Program:

Join us for our very popular Young Scientist camps and explore science as you have never done before. Brian Young, noted scholar, lecturer, author, and creation expert will lead this five-day long program. Each day of the week will reflect one day of creation as reported in Genesis 1. For groups of students, we will extend a free registration to one teacher for every 10 students. Register now!

Dates: June 7-12; June 14-19.

Ages:10-15

Rate: $325.00 (there are some scholarships available)

Deposit: $75

For a brochure on the program (legal size paper), click here. Coming soon.

Back for a Third summer!
Big Fish Camp:

You'll have some great fishing stories to tell after this week! Last year we got a 16lb Northern, several 4lb and better bass, walleye, giant crappies, and had a couple of nice Muskees follow right up to the boat. We expect you to know fishing, be willing to learn more, and bring your own equipment. We'll travel to several lakes and fish at different times of the day. Our Bible Study and devotions will focus on another kind of fishing and how fishermen became Heroes in the Word.

Dates:

Big Fish Camp 1 June 7-12

Big Fish Camp 2 August 9-14

Ages: 12 and older

Rate: $325
Deposit Amount: $100
Last year this camp filled up early so we've added a second one.

Performing Arts Camp: Whether you want to be an actor, a comedian, a vocalist, a musician or someone who works behind the scenes you'll want to join us for our Performing Arts Camp. Starting on Sunday we'll learn the basics of acting and stage performance. Theatre professionals are leading this year! By the end of the week, we'll have a variety show that will highlight each of your God given talents. And don't forget all of the other great camp actiivities available at the Island.

Dates: July 26-31

Ages: 12-18 years of age

Rate: $285
Deposit Amount: $75
When you register, please identify what talent area you would like to explore! This is a great program to bring other youth to.

Teen Trek Week:

"I've been around camp for many years. This is the best week of camp experiences I've ever seen."

This week is one that is filled from morning to night with group and individual activities, recreation, Bible Study, devotions, and great experiences. On Sunday and Monday we'll be at the Island getting to know each other and experiencing the great facilities of the Island. On Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday, teens will select a Trek option or options from choices like Itasca Park; a kayak adventure; horseback riding; survival skills; a farm visit; Red Horse Ranch; dinner theatre; water sports; fishing; and more. Thursday evening we'll have a special reunion back at camp. Camp will close on Friday with a final worship.

Dates: July 19-24

Ages: 14 and older

Rate: $300

Deposit Amount: $75
This is a great program for several youth from the same congregation to attend.

Voyageur/Teen Trek Crow Wing River Trip

A great adventure for youth who want the opportunity to try out their canoeing and kayaking skills on one of the most beautiful rivers in Minnesota. The Crow Wing River Trip provides a great time of fishing, camping, and outdoor fun. Participants will arrive at camp on Sunday, leave Monday morning and return to camp on Thursday. During their time away, campers will study God's word, worship Him in breathtaking beauty, and grow in fellowship and physical strength.

Dates: July 5-10

Ages: 12-18 years old.

Rates: $325

Teen Trek BWCA Trip

This one isn't for wimps but if you are up to it, you'll have the time of your life exploring some of the most stunning country Minnesota has to offer! We begin the adventure Sunday at Lutheran Island Camp, learning how and what to pack for a trip into the wilderness. Very early Monday we leave for the Boundary Waters Canoe Area to enjoy the remainder of the week in the wilderness. Registration is limited. Because we will camp as two separate groups, campers who wish to be together all week must indicate this on their registration forms.
Dates: BWCA Trip August 3-8

Ages: 15-21

Rate: $325
Limit: 14
Deposit Amount: $100

If you have a church youth group that would like to do a BWCA Trip, please contact us. We'd love to work with you to help set it up.