Caring for Your Camper...
Is this a safe place to send my children?
At Impact 2818, we build systems around this motto; “Bad things don’t happen here because we don’t let them.” In planning, we conceptualize every possible end result to remove any guess work in keeping your child safe.
All of the counselors are properly trained and prepared, the  features (waterfront, ropes courses, etc) are effectively staffed and diligently checked to rigorous standards, and camp medics, along with all of our staff, are well prepared for everything from bumps and bruises to unexpected situations.
The welfare of our campers and guests is our utmost priority. Every individual on site, with the exception of campers, is ran through the National Sex Offender Public Registry and Area Records Criminal Background Check.
All Impact 2818 program staff are CPR and First Aid Certified through the American Red Cross. Any treatment of campers is done in accordance with our First Aid Protocol & Procedure book.
All medication must be brought in its original labeled container and given to the Camp Medic at Check-In on the first day of camp. -
All camper medication is stored and administered by the Camp Medic.
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Inhalers, bee-sting kits and EpiPen's are exceptions and are carried by the camper’s counselor (by them, if high school) and administered as needed.
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Camp Adventure, Camp Indicoso, Camp Lakewood, Pine Creek Camp, and Camp Rivervale distribute first aid supply bags to each counselor to keep with him/her at ALL times throughout the week. This bag contains supplies for treating minor injuries.
At Epworth Forest, all supplies are stored and administered by the Camp Medic. During That Thing, campers should report to the First Aid Station for cuts, bruises, scrapes, or to receive any medical treatment. Medication is handled by the local church or can be administered by the Camp Medic.
Christ Centered Camps
Helping Students Know Jesus
"A Christian camp experience with a program affiliated with the local church is the most commonly identified factor in a youth making a faith commitment." Impact 2818 is a ministry of the Indiana Conference of the United Methodist Church and connected to over 1,000 local congregations. *National Youth Commitment Survey
Encouraging a Life Long Relationship
"Evangelism is most effective among kids…2/3 of born again Christians made that commitment to Christ before their 18th birthday." People who become Christian before their teen years are more likely than those who converted at an older age to remain absolutely committed to their faith. *Barna Group Study
Discovering Their Intrinsic Value
At camp, your child will discover that they are a beloved child of God and that He has created them with a unique plan and purpose. They will see just how precious they are to the Creator of the Universe and to all who truly and dearly love them.
Beyond Positive Environments
Our camps are so much more than just another "positive" place to be. Christ is at the center of everything that is happening at camp. Campers encounter Jesus Christ and discover that God loves each of them uniquely. In that environment we develop positive attitudes and spaces by maintaining physical, emotional, and spiritual safety standards.
Our Challenge by Choice Approach
The concept of "Challenge by Choice" encourages campers to experience adventures and obstacles that will put them outside of their comfort zone. This helps them discover how to persevere, overcome, encourage others and work in teams. These moments help them continue to seek out the positive challenges that will shape their lives.
Scholarships through Impact 2818
Philosophy
The goal of Impact 2818 is to serve the local church by providing opportunities for connecting campers to Christ. It is our desire that everyone has the opportunity to attend camp. Unfortunately, finances provide an obstacle for some campers. For this reason, Impact 2818 offers a scholarship program and in 2011 offered nearly $150,000!
Any participant can apply for a scholarship to cover part or all of the camp fee. Scholarships are based on financial need. Financial verification is required through a copy of your 1040 Tax Form (no schedules or worksheets needed).
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All applications must be submitted in writing. Please allow up to 3 weeks for processing.
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Scholarship funds historically become limited by mid April; Apply Early.
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Campers will only be awarded one scholarship per season per year.
Types of Scholarships
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The Hope Scholarship • Up To 100%
Never let money be the reason you can't attend camp. This scholarship is for families currently feeling a financial burden and awards up to 100% of the base cost of camp. The criteria uses federal poverty guidelines, the number of members in your family and last years adjusted gross income. |
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The Helping Hand Scholarship • Up To 33%
Recipients are awarded up to 1/3 of the base priceand are factored on financial need. Qualification is based upon the number of family members and income. |
How to Apply
Download the application, print, complete, and mail the form (along with a copy of your most recent IRS Form 1040) to:
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Attn: Camp Scholarships
301 Pennsylvania Parkway – Suite 300
Indianapolis, IN 46280
Using Scholarships
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Individual Camper Registration
After you recieve your iCash Code (electronic scholarship), jump online and start a registration. Once you've selected your camp and entered all of your info, you’ll confirm your order and then have a chance to enter a ‘discount code.’ Simply enter your iCash code in the discount box, click apply, and it will deduct the appropriate amount. You can then continue the registration by clicking on the Check Out button.
If you are registering by a paper form, simply write your code on the discount line to redeem.
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Multiple Scholarship Codes
If you are receiving a scholarship from your local church and from Impact 2818 you will need to contact the Camp Registrar (1.888.MAT.2818) to have your scholarships combined into one iCash code.
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That Thing Group Scholarships
Students attending That Thing with a church that is purchasing group tickets that would like to apply for a scholarship from Impact 2818 should submit the application just like other students. However, once a scholarship is awarded, you should take the award letter with your iCash code to the church leader who is organizing your group for That Thing. They will be able to redeem the scholarship and take it from there.
*A last note; don't forget to check with your local church as the churches who partner with Impact 2818 are routinely giving more than $250,000 in helping campers get to camp.
Registration Financial Information
100% Payment to Sign Up
The entire balance of your payment is required to reserve your space and be fully signed up for camp. Registrations without full payment are not secured and your space could be claimed by another camper.
Early Bird Pricing
Every year, Impact 2818 offers a "best deal discount" for signing up early: $30. Be sure to sign up anytime through the "Third Monday in April", (April 16, 2012), before an additional $30 is added to the base cost of camp.
Current prices on the web reflect early bird pricing.
Registration Deadlines
Registration closes one week (7 days) prior to the start date of each camp.
Registration Cancellation
$75 of the registration fee serves as a non-refundable deposit. The remainder of the registration fee will be refunded as long as notification of cancellation is received two weeks prior to the start date of that camp. No refunds or free transfers will be made without at least 2 weeks notice to the registration office (888) 628-2818.
For That Thing Cancellation fees, visit www.thatthingevent.com/resources-fees.html
Transferring a Registration
In the event that a participant becomes unable to attend the camp they’ve registered for, the Registrar will transfer them to a camp of the same price for a fee of $15. If there are no other programs of the same price scheduled for that Calendar year, then an even transfer is not possible. The participant may choose to attend a different priced camp and would either be refunded the difference or pay the additional balance. If no other event option is selected, see Registration Cancellation. All transfers must be completed 2 weeks prior to the start of camp.
*Please note that only parents or guardians are allowed to sign a camper up for camp or make chnages (such as a transfer) to a registration
 We have included an easy access list here or you can use the navigation bar underneath the image at the top of this page to choose an age and program type. Check out this map for a quick glance at the locations of the camps.
Events are listed by age group. Some age groups offer more than one type of event. Click on the camp site name to see the offerings for that age group at that site. Please note, grades listed are the grade campers will be entering in fall of 2012.
**Click a camp name below to view detail info for that program/location.**
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Camp Lakewood
(Mini Camp - 3 Days)
Younger campers can ease into an awesome action packed event at Camp Lakewood. These abbreviated camps help them transition for some early experiences away. An amazing counseling team cares for the campers 24/7. They’ll participate in activities, crafts, and bible stories. Play time includes a zip line, climbing wall, swimming, boat rides and more. Most importantly, they discover all about God’s love.
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Pine Creek Camp
(Mini Camp - 3 Days)
Ease into an awesome action packed event at Pine Creek Camp. The shortness makes this a great first time away camp. Our amazing counseling team cares for the campers 24/7. They’ll participate in activities, crafts, and bible stories. Play time includes a horse rides, swimming, a climbing wall and more. Most importantly, they discover all about God’s love.
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Camp Lakewood
(Express Camp - 4 Days)
Younger campers can ease into an awesome action packed event at Camp Lakewood. These abbreviated camps help them transition for some early experiences away. An amazing counseling team cares for the campers 24/7. They’ll participate in activities, crafts, and bible stories. Play time includes a zip line, climbing wall, swimming, boat rides and more. Most importantly, they discover all about God’s love.
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Camp Lakewood
(Impact Classic - 6 Days)
Elementary campers will go soaring down the zip lines, are flying off the blob, ride the giant swing, go tubing on the lake and so much more! Our fantastic counseling team will help make sure these campers have a safe, exciting and amazing week that helps them discover the beloved child of God that they are.
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Camp Lakewood
(Express Camp - 4 Days)
Elementary campers will go soaring down the zip lines, are flying off the blob, ride the giant swing, go tubing on the lake and so much more! Our fantastic counseling team will help make sure these campers have a safe, exciting and amazing week that helps them discover the beloved child of God that they are.
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Camp Rivervale
(Impact Classic - 6 Days)
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Camp Indicoso
(Impact Classic - 6 Days)
Older elementary campers will go soaring down the zip lines, splashing in the pool and so much more! Our fantastic counseling team will help make sure these campers have a safe, exciting and amazing week that helps them discover the beloved child of God that they are.
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Pine Creek Camp
(Impact Classic - 6 Days)
The fun really starts flying as the older elementary campers ride Goliath the Giant Swing, go swimming, take aim at archery, ride horses, conquer the vertical challenge course and more! Our fantastic counseling team will help make sure these campers have a safe, exciting and amazing week that helps them discover the beloved child of God that they are.
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Camp Adventure (Impact Classic - 6 Days)
This full-week classic camp experience is an action packed adventure including swimming, blobbing, paintball, and High Ropes. Even better than all that action is an amazing spiritual program including small groups, modern worship and opportunities to ask the tough questions about God.
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Camp Indicoso (Impact Classic - 6 Days)
These weeks of camps can be so critical and formative in the spiritual life of students in these ages. Get ready for the new High Wire Adventure launching off onto a 750ft Zip Line. In between the adventure and fun is an excitement focused on Jesus Christ and discovering who we are in the eyes of our creator.
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Pine Creek Camp (Impact Classic - 6 Days)
Junior high Impact Camps are designed to shape the most incredible week of a young life. Students discover the greatness of a loving God through worship and study. All the while, they’re slacklining, riding horses, climbing the rock walls, swimming, tubing the Pine Creek, and so much more!
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Camp Rivervale(Drama Camp - 6 Days)
Drama Camp is a special, magical place where the worlds of art, recreation, and the outdoors collide.
During the week campers will have the opportunity to choose from a variety of different workshops to attend as well as group organized activities. Included with the theatrical training will be devotional time, bible study, and worship. These young performers have an opportunity to put their faith, energy and talent into action as the week concludes with a Friday night performance. This camp will not only develop your acting skills but also grow your walk with Christ!
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Epworth Forest (That Thing - 6 Days)
Camp Indicoso
(Impact Classic - 6 Days)
These weeks of camps can be so critical and formative in the spiritual life of students in these ages. Get ready for the new High Wire Adventure launching off onto a 750ft Zip Line. In between the adventure and fun is an excitement focused on Jesus Christ and discovering who we are in the eyes of our creator.
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Camp Rivervale (Drama Camp - 6 Days)
Drama Camp is a special, magical place where the worlds of art, recreation, and the outdoors collide.
During the week campers will have the opportunity to choose from a variety of different workshops to attend as well as group organized activities. Included with the theatrical training will be devotional time, bible study, and worship. These young performers have an opportunity to put their faith, energy and talent into action as the week concludes with a Friday night performance. This camp will not only develop your acting skills but also grow your walk with Christ!
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Pine Creek Camp
(Family Camp - 3 Days)
Come to camp for an awesome and exciting get-away with your family. Together you can make crafts, swim, hike, and soar. Family Camp offers you a chance to retreat, spend some distraction free family time, focus on God’s love with your children and experience a world of firsts.
Depending on the age of the children: Giant Swing, Vertical Obstacle Course, Climbing Wall, Arena Horse Rides, Tubing on Big Pine Creek, Adventure Trail, Archery, Slip n Slide, Swimming Pool, Muddy Creek Walk and more!
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Camp Lakewood
(Pastor's Family Camp - 3 Days)
Come to camp for an awesome and exciting get-away with your family. Together you can make crafts, swim, hike, play on the blob, and get wild with some great evening activities. Family camps offer you a chance to retreat, spend some distraction free family time, focus on God’s love with your children and experience a world of firsts.
Depending on the age of the children: Twin Eagles Zip Lines, Climbing Wall, The Blob, The Mammoth Swing, Tubing, Archery, Hike and Paddle, Beachfront Swimming, Adventure Trail, and more!
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Camp Lakewood (Family Camp - 3 Days)
Come to camp for an awesome and exciting get-away with your family. Together you can make crafts, swim, hike, play on the blob, and get wild with some great evening activities. Family camps offer you a chance to retreat, spend some distraction free family time, focus on God’s love with your children and experience a world of firsts.
Depending on the age of the children: Twin Eagles Zip Lines, Climbing Wall, The Blob, The Mammoth Swing, Tubing, Archery, Hike and Paddle, Beachfront Swimming, Adventure Trail, and more!
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Epworth Forest (Reyoad - 6 Days)
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Price $435 through April 16, 2012 (add $30 starting April 17)
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Date: June 10 - 15
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Directors: Rene DePew | Kim Gauck | Kerri Jylland-Hade | Penny Kurg
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Camp Indicoso (Special Skills - 6 Days)
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Price $410 through April 16, 2012 (add $30 starting April 17)
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Date: June 10 - 15
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Directors: Beth Patton (Avon) | Any Patton (Avon) | Jenne Winter (Hanover UMC) | (Becky Archer-Inskeep (Speedway)
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 Planning is key!
There are lots of things to plan for when you're getting ready for camp as well as questions that you may have. Here are some of the most common things parents want to know:
Who's Going to Watch my Kids?
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Our events are led by volunteer directors from our local churches. These directors recruit counselors from within their church. All counselors receive a criminal history and sex offender background check and Impact 2818 counselor training
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Standardized Counselor to Camper Ratios are maintained at all of our camps; Primary through Middle School Campers are under the supervision of at least two counselors/staff at all times of the day, high school campers do have some freedom but are still under adult supervision.
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Ratios are:
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Primary (grades K-2) – 2:10 (2 counselors for a group of 10 campers)
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Elementary (grades 3-5) – 2:14
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Middle School (grades 6-8) – 2:16
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High School (grades 9-13) – 2:20
What Should I Pack?
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Sleeping Bag/Bedding, Pillow, Modest & Weather-Appropriate Clothing, Clothes for being outside at night (i.e. jeans and long-sleeve shirt), Rain Gear, Tennis Shoes, Flip Flops for Showers, Toiletries, Towels (shower and beach), one-piece Swimsuit, Sunscreen, Bug Repellant, Flashlight, Bible, Pen & Paper, Money for merchandise, snacks, etc.
What Things aren't Allowed at Camp?
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Do Not Bring: alcohol, tobacco, drugs, weapons of any kind, fireworks, explosives of any kind, or pets.
Can we Check in Late or Leave Early if it's Absolutely Necessary?
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There are no part-time registrations. The Spiritual Director must approve any instances of late arrival or early departure. We discourage late arrival and early departure for the benefit of the camper. The success of a camping experience is dependent upon full-time participation. In the event of an early departure or late arrival no fee refund/pro-rating will be provided. In the event of any late arrival or early departure, transportation is the financial and physical responsibility of the camper’s family.
Can I Request a Roommate for my Camper?
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We try our best to honor all roommate requests; however, we cannot guarantee requests. The volunteer leadership team makes cabin assignments for Primary, Elementary, and Middle School camps. When a camper wishes to room with another camper(s), all campers must list each other as a roommate request on the registration form. Requests grouping more than 3 campers may not be carried out and a judgment call by the volunteer leader will decide who to pair together.
What if My Kids Have Problems? - The safety and well being of our campers is our highest priority. In the event of any situations necessitating your awareness, parents will be contacted. Please rest assured that your child is in safe hands and we will contact you should there be any problems.
What if They get Homesick? - Homesickness can occur at camp, even among experienced campers. At Impact 2818 camps, we encourage homesick campers to stay to the end of the event to allow them to truly experience camp. Our staff and volunteers are trained to help children through homesickness so that they have a great and positive camp experience. In the event that a camper becomes severely homesick, parents will be called by either the Spiritual Director or the Camp Manager so that the best decision can be made regarding your child.
Is there any way to stay in Touch? Photos and video will be taken of your camper while at camp and may be used for publicity purposes by Impact 2818. Additionally, many of those photos and video will be uploaded to our facebook fansites. Directors and staff at each event will be posting updates throughout the day along with some photography and comments to help you know what is going on. You do not need to be a facebook user to access these sites. Your campers will not be able to see or respond to anything on these sites either.
Additionally, you can send your children mail and email. Information will be included in your information packet as well as from the home page of beacamper.com as camp begins..
Can My Camper have Visitors? - To protect your children and to minimize homesickness, we have a very tight policy on visitors. Impact 2818 does not offer parent visitation days. Parents or guardians are discouraged from visiting and phoning a camper during their week of camp. Personal contacts from parents can have negative effects regarding homesickness and community building times. Remember, if there is a problem with your child, we will contact you. Pastors and youth/children workers are encouraged to visit campers during their week of camp. It is required that all visitors remain unobtrusive to the program and respect the active leadership in progress. All other visitors are not allowed at camp for any reason.
Should I be worried about Severe Weather? - Weather is monitored 24 hours a day. Camp Staff will alert leaders of possible severe weather approaching. All camp leaders are trained on where to take campers in the event of severe storms.
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