Boys age 13 – 17 can explore their interests in more outdoor challenges or specific skills while developing their Christian character. Young men need and deserve a challenge! Under the guidance of Christian men, physical skills are developed and tested with spiritual application to everyday life. Campers enjoy the basic fun of a camp setting, swimming, games, campfires, etc. However, most of their time is spent within their program option.
Christian Service
$350
July 18 – 24, 2027
This week is a unique opportunity for you to come to camp and spend an incredible week focused on service. The focus of this camp is to spend a week growing spiritually and learning many different handyman skills as you serve the neighboring community. The greater Wardensville area surrounding Camp Hemlock offers a vast number of opportunities for physical service and many times to speak the love of Christ into the lives of those who may not regularly go to church. The effect this has had on the camp community has been profound.
Discovery
$500
July 4 – 10, 2027
July 18 – 24, 2027
Unsure which Battalion specialty camp to choose? Battalion Discovery gives you a little bit of everything at Camp Hemlock. Enjoy half a day of paintball, a river canoe trip, local day hikes to rock overlooks, an overnight camping trip, all of the marksmanship field rotations, group challenges, games, fun free time activities, time to be with friends, and much more.
Go-Karts
$500
July 4 – 10, 2027
This camp gives you the opportunity to learn how small engines operate while working on go-karts. You will learn the mechanics of a combustion engine and basic maintenance, diagnosis, and repair, as well as an introduction to welding. Throughout the week you will enjoy racing go-karts on our track, in addition to enjoying some standard camp activities.
Marksmanship
$500
This program is lead by certified safety instructors and is focused on teaching proper safety and an appreciation for skilled marksmanship. The fundamentals of stance and sight alignment are taught, as well as instruction on what other ares of life we are called to keep in our sights. Extensive time is spent on the range, but other camp activities are also throughout the day. You may do the programs in either order.
- Marksmanship I (July 4 – 10, 2027) is focused on providing attendees with thorough range time and pursuing levels of industry-standard basic instruction certification. The program highlights .22 caliber rifle instruction and precise shooting from the prone position.
- Marksmanship II (July 18 – 24, 2027) is composed of a variety of different firearms and looks at different types and styles of shooting. The camp includes basic pistols, rifles, and skeet shooting.
OeX
$500
July 4 – 10, 2027
If you like group initiatives, competitive games, outdoor environment, and camp camaraderie – bring your friends and level up your leadership capacity in a challenging atmosphere. Your OeX experience will have far-reaching effects in every area of your life – physically, emotionally, and spiritually. In this one-week camp, come be prepared for growth experiences and take charge of understanding your God-given identity.
Paintball
$500
July 4 – 10, 2027
Camp Hemlock provides unique surroundings to learn and develop your paintball skills. Enjoy playing on a 5-acre wooded field and on our speedball course. The skills and instruction focus on team building, tactical strategies, camouflage, signaling, and spiritual growth. All safety gear, paintball markers, and paint will be provided. This is a great week for friends to join you and develop your skills together. You will also get to enjoy other aspects of camp like the zipline and pool.
Please contact info@camphemlock.org for additional information.