hold up, lets recap.
Summer 2025 was so epic, we’re running it back.
Summer Camp is one of the best weeks of the year! It’s four days packed with worship, teaching, fun, and meaningful moments where students grow in their faith and friendships.
we’re all about the details
THIS ISN’T YOUR AVERAGE SUMMER CAMP.
Your child is invited into an unforgettable camp experience filled with powerful worship, engaging sermons, and meaningful moments with God. Students will have space to grow through small-group discussions with caring leaders, build lasting friendships, and deepen their faith in a fun, safe environment. From District Wars: Redemption competitions and exciting free-time activities to themed late-night camp experiences, every day is designed to inspire, challenge, and energize. It’s more than a camp, it’s a life-changing week your child will never forget.
WHEN: July 21–24, 2026.
WHERE: Table Rock Camp & Retreat Center, 125 Bethany Cove Dr, Pickens, SC 29671
Camp 2026 is open to CURRENT 6th–12th grade students.
Your generosity makes camp possible.
Every gift helps a student say “yes” to camp; yes to community, growth, and life-changing moments with God. Give today and be part of what God is doing in the next generation.
ORDER MERCH!
Merch will be available for pre order, stay tuned for the release date!
HI, PARENTS 👋
Below is the full Parent Guide with everything you need to know before your child heads to camp. Please read it thoroughly to ensure your student is fully prepared and you know what to expect.
Parent guide will be sent via email and available on the website on July 3rd.****
WE GOT YOU COVERED.
Here are some important highlights, and for any questions, you can always email us at summercamp@freedomchurch.sc.
LOGISTICS
DROP OFF & CHECK-IN
Date: Tuesday, July 21
Time: 8:00–9:00 AM
Location: Freedom Church
You’ll walk your student inside to complete check-in, turn in medications, and go through a luggage check with our team. Please stay with your child through the whole process.
Don’t forget to take a photo at the camp photo booth and sign up for your child’s District GroupMe!
Buses leave promptly at 9:30 AM, so don’t be late!
PACKING LIST & DRESS CODE
The full packing list is included in the Parent Guide, along with clear guidelines on what to bring and what to leave at home.
* Please pay close attention to the modesty guidelines for clothing, swimsuit requirements, and what NOT to pack (like PHONES, electronics, energy drinks, glitter, or anything illegal or unsafe).
All students must be able to carry their own luggage in one trip, so help them pack accordingly!
CAMP COMMUNICATION
GroupMe Updates: Sign up during check-in to receive daily District updates from their District Captain.
Texting: You will receive travel updates via text. This is how we will communicate when buses are set to arrive back home - please make sure you are ON TIME to pick up your child on Friday.
Emergency Contact: 843-732-0302
Follow Along: Stay in the loop and see highlights by following us on Instagram & Facebook → @freedomyouthmc
Thank you for trusting us with your student. We truly believe this week will be fun, powerful, and life-changing—and we’re honored to be part of it.
— Freedom Youth Summer Camp Staff
HEADS UP 👀
ARE CELL PHONES allowed?
No cell phones are allowed at camp. We want Summer Camp to be a distraction-free week for students, and few things distract students as much as their phones. Over the years, we’ve found that taking students out of their regular routine opens them up to hear from Jesus in ways they haven’t before.
Our leaders will have cell phones, so your student will have access to a phone if they need to reach you.
WHAT ARE THE CAMP RULES?
If we have an issue with your student breaking the rules or any other behavioral issues, you will be contacted and will need to come pick up your student. This will be handled on a case-by-case basis depending on the rules that are broken.
- Respect the people, respect the place
- No romantic displays of affection
- Be on time for all services and activities
FAQs
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Summer Camp 2026 is for students who are currently in 6th–12th grade at the time of registration.
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Camp will be from July 21–24, 2026.
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Rock Camp & Retreat Center, 125 Bethany Cove Dr, Pickens, SC 29671
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Register online using the link above. Spots are limited and filled on a first-come, first-served basis.
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Early bird pricing and deadlines will be announced during registration.
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Once capacity is reached, registration will close with a waitlist available. We recommend registering early.
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After signing up for Summer Camp, your money is non-refundable. In the unlikely event that Summer Camp 2026 is cancelled, your registration would be refundable.
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One reason we offer the deposit option is to make it easier for families to send their students to Summer Camp by spreading the cost over several months. If you know you won’t be able to afford Summer Camp even with the deposit option, you may be eligible for financial assistance. We do not offer full financial assistance at this time.
Please contact summercamp@freedomchurch.sc
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We will have snacks and souvenirs available for purchase. While it is not necessary to send additional money, we recommend $50-$75 for the week.
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You can email our team directly at summercamp@freedomchurch.sc
pray with us 🙏
WE ARE EXPECTANT FOR ALL GOD IS GOING TO DO THROUGH SUMMER CAMP 2026 AND WE WANT YOU TO PRAY WITH US TOGETHER AS A CHURCH.
Pray for the students who will be going to camp. For all 6th through 12th grade students… ask that God will meet every student right where they are. Pray for the students you may know and the students you don’t. Ask that God eliminates any hesitation in them as they think about signing up for any experience like this.
Pray for parents. It’s a big deal to send your kid to summer camp! Ask for God to be with them as they entrust their student to this wonderful adventure and experience.
Pray for our leaders and staff. As they plan and execute Summer Camp ask for God to give them wisdom and energy beyond their own ability. Pray for every leader as they invest in students and guide them through meaningful group discussions.
Pray for the experiences and sessions. There will be multiple sessions and experiences where students can encounter Jesus. Ask for smooth, life-giving, and impactful experiences to be created with moments of prayer, teaching, praise, and worship. Pray for the worship leaders, preachers, and hosts to be equipped by Holy Spirit to share the gospel and lead the students well.
Pray for the groups. In groups is where we see the most breakthrough. Pray for students to trust each other and in return to be trustworthy. Ask for the groups to be a safe place for leaders to partner with Holy Spirit as they guide discussion.
Pray for the fun. We see students connect with each other through team games, competition, and fun. These connections create a close bond between students, leaders, and more. Ask for God to be present in the fun and for all we do to be used for His glory. We don’t take ourselves too seriously… but we take Jesus very seriously.
