Summer camp Guide

(some items are not mandatory, just suggested if you would like to bring them)
- Bible
- Pen
- Notebook
- Flashlight
- Bed Sheets & Blanket OR Sleeping Bag (the beds at Main Camp are twin size, but the mattresses are very thick, we find that a full size sheet fits better than a twin size)
- Pillow
- Comb/Brush
- Underclothes
- Pajamas

- Jacket/Sweater
- Shoes/Socks
- Bag for Dirty Clothes
- Old Shoes & Clothes for Water Slide
- Towels/Washcloths
- Soap/Shampoo
- Toothbrush/Toothpaste
- All clothing must be modest and in good taste. No bare midriffs (no stomach showing), short shorts, tube-tops, or spaghetti straps are allowed. The dean reserves the right to ask campers to change clothes if they think that they are immodest.

- Cell Phone
- Ear Buds/AirPods
- Immoral Literature
- Gaming Devices
- Guns
- Knives
- Fireworks

- Radios
- Tobacco
- Drugs
- Alcohol
- Vapes
- Immodest Clothing

The only extra money that will be needed is to share in the missionary offering. Canteen, a weak t-shirt and group picture is included in the tuition.

(There are items available for purchase within our store. Those items are available during check-in and upon request during the week.)

Everyone wants to know they are missed and have contact with those they are away from. Please take time to send your camper a letter to let them know you are interested in how the week is going. Some parents wish to have their child perform a task before getting their mail; such as saying a memory verse, sing a song or tell a joke. This will only happen at your direction, so please indicate on the back of the letter if you want this to happen.

Due to the inconsistency of the postal service, we suggest that you bring your mail and leave it during check-in, OR, mail it the week before.

Mail to:
Camp Calvary
C/O (Week of Camp)
(Camper’s Name)  
475 Camp Calvary Lane  
Mackville, KY 40040

Each year some of our campers will
come down with a case of
homesickness. This is perfectly natural
for children who have not spent much
time away from home. In the event this
happens our staff will stay with your child
until such a time that they feel better. We
will not force any child to stay at our
week, but we do encourage them to try
and stick it out with us. If we feel like
your child’s well-being is not being
served by staying we will contact you to
seek your advice and allow you to speak
with your son or daughter. Then you can
make the final decision as to whether
they stay or come home. One way to
fight homesickness is with mail, this
provides contact with home and lets
campers know that you miss them too
and will be there on Friday to pick them
up.

As Restoration Churches we believe in
the essential nature of baptism to the
salvation of the believer, as outlined in
the book of Acts. During this week of
camp some campers will decide they
want to follow Jesus as their personal
Lord and Savior. Should your child wish
to do so, we will contact you before any
action is taken. If you wish for your child
to be baptized we can do so here at
camp at any time or we will send word to
your home minister for a church baptism.

In case of severe weather, all campers will
be moved by the faculty to the basement
of the camp manager’s home, located at
the top of the hill next to the dorms. We
will remain in the basement until such a
time as the weather has cleared and we
can return to our normal activities.

If your camper becomes ill during the
week we will administer treatment for
small occurrences, such as headache
and upset stomach. In any case outside
of this, we will contact you for
advisement.

The mattresses at Wilderness are not as thick as at Main Camp, so, a twin size sheet fits perfectly.

If you want to bring a hammock, it can be used within hammock village.

Some wilderness weeks spend time at the creek. Be sure that the clothes you pack for the creek can handle the mud and dirt.

When packing your bedding keep in mind that you will be staying on cots inside the tents

You will need clothes that are creek worthy.

You are welcome to bring fishing pole and tackle but it is not required.

If you want to bring a hammock, it can be used within the brand new hammock village at primitive.

You will be staying at Wilderness. The mattresses are not as thick as at Main Camp, so, a twin size sheet fits perfectly

If you want to bring a hammock, it can be used within hammock village.

You are welcome to bring fishing pole and tackle but it is not required.

You can also bring a shotgun, but it will be locked up by the dean whenever it is not in use

Fishing License:
If you are 16 or older, a Kentucky fishing license is mandatory. You can purchase one at the marina or online before we leave.

Clothing:
Plenty of daily clothes
Modest swimwear
Light jacket, sweatshirt, and pants (it can get chilly at night!)
Shoes: Flip-flops/water shoes and regular shoes

Food & Money:
Cash for two fast-food meals (traveling to and from camp).
Optional: Soft drinks or Gatorade (no energy drinks), and favorite snacks. Extra money for the marina store.

The Essentials:
Bible and pen
Toiletries (Soap, shampoo, deodorant, toothbrush, toothpaste, comb/brush)
Towels (Separate towels for swimming and bathing) and washcloths
Flashlight
Bag for dirty clothes
Bag chair (for lessons and campfire time)

Sleeping Arrangements: Campers will stay in cabins with at least one faculty member. Bedding is provided. Cabins will be locked during the day unless a faculty member is present to let you in.

Gear & Extras:
Sunscreen and bug repellent
Fishing gear: Maximum of two poles and tackle
Rain gear (optional)
Water bottle or canteen