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Completed grades 9-12

CYF Conference

The ultimate summer camp experience

Dates
July 12-18, 2026
Duration
6 days
Directors
Elli Bender, Emily Shao

About This Camp

CYF is the capstone camp experience for high school youth. For one week, teens from across the region come together to form an incredible fellowship — encouraging each other, learning together, and having an outrageous amount of fun. Many call CYF the highlight of their summer, and alumni remember it for a lifetime.

Your Directors

Elli Bender
Elli Bender
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Emily Shao

What to Expect

Youth-Led Adventures

Teens take the lead — planning talent shows, helping lead worship music, and taking on leadership roles in group challenges. Plus beach volleyball tournaments, late-night bonfires, trust-building courses, and off-campus service projects.

Deep Discussions

Daily small-group discussions and Bible studies that wrestle with real issues — justice, purpose, identity, and what it means to follow Christ in today's world. Around a bonfire, during a beach stroll, or over ice cream in the snack shack.

Dynamic Worship

Joyful and youth-friendly — from rocking out to contemporary Christian music to singing classics around the campfire. Campers lead prayers, skits, and even deliver short messages. The closing worship service is one teens never forget.

Lifelong Friendships

Living in intentional community for a week, sharing authentically, and cheering each other on creates bonds that last years. Newcomers are welcomed immediately, and by the end everyone feels like one big family.

Mentorship & Next Steps

Adult directors and counselors treat teens as emerging young adults, offering guidance on college, church leadership, and navigating life after graduation as a person of faith.

CYF is transformative — a week of nonstop laughter, honest conversations, new experiences, and hearts set on fire with the love of Christ. Teens leave with a stronger sense of self, faith, and purpose. There's simply nothing else like CYF.

What Parents Need to Know

Your child's safety and wellbeing are our top priority.

Background Checked

All adult volunteers and staff undergo background checks.

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First Aider on Staff

Staff with Medication Administration Certification on campus during camp.

Trained Counselors

Counselors complete training in safety, first aid, and youth mentoring.

Counselor Ratios

Age-appropriate counselor-to-camper ratios for every program.

Communication

Parents receive updates and have direct contact with camp leadership.

Inclusive & Welcoming

Everyone is welcome. We celebrate each camper for who they are.

Pricing

Age GroupPrice
Camper$500

Scholarships are available -- no child should miss camp due to cost.

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The ultimate summer camp experience

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Scholarships available through Disciples congregations — no child should miss camp due to cost.

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