About Camp ELI
Welcome to Camp ELI, a Christian camp that encourages youth to Explore the outdoors in a community that Loves God and Inspires hope. Camp ELI was established in January of 2023 and began running camp in 2024.
How are we different? Camp ELI is designed to give children practical skills they can bring home! Not only do we have fun, but we teach them how to steward what the Lord has given us well and safely. Skills include Leave No Trace, fire building, shelter making, simple first aid, making camp food, and more. Check out our summer camp program to learn more.
Statement of Faith
We believe in one God, eternally existing in three persons: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. We believe that God is the Creator of all things, and through His grace, He has given us the beauty of the natural world to enjoy and steward.
We believe that Jesus Christ is the Son of God, fully divine and fully human, who came to earth to live a sinless life, died for the sins of humanity, and rose again, offering salvation to all who believe in Him. Through His sacrifice, we are forgiven, and through His resurrection, we are given the hope of eternal life.
We believe in the Bible as the inspired Word of God, a guide for our lives, and a source of truth and wisdom. We are called to love one another, serve others, and care for creation as stewards of God's earth.
As a nondenominational organization, we welcome individuals from all walks of life and Christian traditions, united by our shared faith in Christ and our mission to encourage youth to live according to the model Jesus left for us.
At Camp ELI, we are committed to teaching youth to live out their faith by loving God, serving others, and caring for the world around them. We seek to foster a community where they can grow in their faith, learn valuable life skills, and build lasting friendships grounded in love and Christ’s teachings.
We believe that every child is created in God’s image and has a unique purpose. We are dedicated to providing a safe, supportive, and Christ-centered environment where children can explore the outdoors, grow in faith, and be inspired to make a positive impact in their communities.
Programs
Pathfinders Program
Our Pathfinders program introduces campers, ages 8 to 11, to outdoor skills, faith-based devotionals, and traditional camp activities, fostering confidence, community, and a love for adventure. We goal is to teach campers essential outdoor skills (fire and shelter building, basic first aid, outdoor cooking, orienteering, and Leave No Trace principles) while living, serving, and loving like Jesus did. Campers are encouraged to try new activities, build lasting friendships, and make lifelong memories so that they leave camp knowing more of the hope of Christ and a love for the outdoors.
Adventurers Program
Our Adventurers program equips campers, ages 12 to 14, to grow in resilience, responsibility, and their relationship with God by working together through outdoor challenges and shared leadership experiences. Our adventures will plan, prepare and execute an overnight backpacking trip (with counselor guidance) and participate in our high ropes course, where they learn responsibility, leadership, courage and resiliency. Through these intentional activities, we teach campers how to love and serve others, just as Jesus did.
Young Leaders Program
Our Young Leaders program equips teens, ages 15 to 17 to grow in servant-driven leadership development, deepen their faith, and strengthen outdoor skills—so they can serve campers with confidence and lead like Jesus both at camp and back home. They will serve alongside counselors, help lead campers, assist with daily camp operations, lead games and activities, teach outdoor skills, and help with daily Bible studies for our younger campers all while being mentored and encouraged by our dedicated counselors. Our goal is to build and develop their heart for servant-driven leadership that models the way Jesus loved and led us.
