Adventure Awaits
2025 Summer Camp REGISTRATION is OPEN!
Get ready for a summer filled with exciting events, creative outdoor activities, meaningful worship with Bible study, and the chance to make new friends and create memories that will last a lifetime! Come experience Christ, Creation, and Community this summer with Dakotas United Methodist Camps! See you soon at camp!
Please check your mailbox or visit your local church for a copy of the 2025 camp brochures, or view a digital PDF of the CAMP BROCHURE HERE!
Please see our FAQ section for answers to common registration questions. If you need further assistance, contact the camping office at info@dakcamps.org, or give us a call at 855-622-1973.
Click on the title of the camp below for more details and to find the REGISTRATION link.
April 27 - Apr 29, 2025
Clergywomen’s Retreat - 2025 Lake Poinsett Camp & Living Waters Retreat Center, Arlington, SDCome and enjoy the serene surroundings, worship, conversation and company of other United Methodist clergywomen at this year’s retreat, Lake Poinsett United Methodist Camp & Retreat Center, Arlington, SD.
June 11 - Jun 13, 2025
510 - LPC Mini-Camp A Lake Poinsett CampBig Fun in a Small Package! Experience all the excitement of a full week of camp packed into just a few unforgettable days! Shepherds are welcome. Grades: 1-3
511 - LPC Mini-Camp B Lake Poinsett CampBig Fun in a Small Package! Get ready for a jam-packed, faith-filled adventure! Mini-Camp B brings all the fun of a weeklong camp into a few exciting days. From waterfront thrills and creative crafts to action-packed games and inspiring outdoor chapel moments, this camp has it all! It’s the perfect introduction for first-time campers, 4th through 6th grade, and a must-visit for those who love returning year after year. Grades: 4-6
June 27 - Jun 30, 2025
501 - LPC SonSeekers Lake Poinsett CampDiscover, Grow, and Shine! Get ready to embark on an unforgettable adventure at SonSeekers Camp! This experience is tailor-made for campers who are just beginning their journey of faith. With the loving guidance of friendly and familiar adults, campers will dive into the rhythm of camp life, discovering new possibilities, making joyful memories, and taking those meaningful first steps in their walk with Christ. Grades K-3.
June 29 - Jul 3, 2025
512 - LPC Mini-Camp C Lake Poinsett CampBig Adventures in a Mini Package! Mini-Camp C is the perfect introduction to the joy and excitement of overnight camp, specially designed for our youngest campers! In just a few fun-filled days, kids will experience all the highlights of camp life: splashing around during waterfront activities, unleashing their creativity with crafts, running wild with laughter during games, and soaking in the beauty of God's creation at outdoor chapel. Grades: K-2
513 - LPC Mini-Camp D Lake Poinsett CampLPC Mini-Camp D packs all the adventure and excitement of a week-long camp into a short and unforgettable experience! Designed for campers in grades 3 to 5, this program is filled with nonstop fun: from splashing around during waterfront activities to getting creative with crafts, competing in thrilling games, and connecting with God in outdoor chapel sessions under the open sky. Grades: 3-5
July 7 - Jul 11, 2025
518 - LPC Elementary Sampler Lake Poinsett CampA Taste of Everything Camp Has to Offer! Dive into a world of fun and discovery at the Elementary School Sampler, where every day is an adventure! Campers will get a chance to explore all the best parts of camp life: unleash their creativity in arts and crafts, play exciting games, make a splash with waterfront activities, and showcase their talents through music and drama. Grades: 3-5
519 - LPC Middle School Sampler Lake Poinsett CampDiscover, Explore, and Grow! Get ready for an action-packed adventure at the Middle School Sampler, where fun meets faith in the perfect camp experience! Campers will dive into exciting games, make a splash with waterfront activities, and unleash their creativity with crafts—all while deepening their understanding of God and exploring the beauty of His creation. Grades: 6-8
July 10 - Jul 13, 2025
565 - LPC Circle of Friends **NEW! Lake Poinsett CampCircle of Friends is the perfect camp for our uniquely gifted friends. Experience games, boat rides, music, and more. Lake Poinsett Camp is a safe and wonderful place for every single one of God’s children. If you have a higher level of need, bring someone to work with you one-on-one and enjoy the fun. Learn songs, worship, play games, dance, and experience joy of camp. Ages: Special needs age 10 up to Adult (Age 10 - 17 require a Buddy to attend - which would be at no cost)
July 13 - Jul 17, 2025
545 - LPC Sand, Surf & Son 2.0 Lake Poinsett CampDive into the excitement at Sand, Surf, and Son 2.0, where water, fun, and fellowship collide! Get ready to make waves on Lake Poinsett where you’ll leap on the water trampoline, feel the rush of tubing behind the boat, and glide across the water in kayaks, canoes, and paddle boards. Grades: 3-5
July 13 - Jul 18, 2025
550 - LPC Stepping Stones Lake Poinsett CampLife can feel overwhelming—choices, changes, stress, and uncertainty can leave us searching for direction. At Stepping Stones, we invite you to take a break from all the chaos and join us for a week of rest, discovery, and excitement. Together, we’ll explore what it truly means to follow Jesus in the midst of life’s ups and downs. Grades: 6-8
July 14 - Jul 15, 2025
535 - LPC Teddy Bear Camp 1 (WAITLIST AVAILABLE) Lake Poinsett Camp(WAITLIST AVAILABLE) A Sweet First Camp Experience—With Someone You Love! Teddy Bear Camp is the perfect way to introduce young campers to the joy of camp life, with the comfort of a parent, grandparent, or special adult by their side. Spend 24 hours filled with laughter, love, and memories in the cozy setting of our beautiful retreat center. Bring your favorite stuffed animal along for the adventure! Ages: Adult(s) with child(ren) up to age 7.
July 20 - Jul 25, 2025
575 - LPC LTC (Living Transformed for Christ) **NEW NAME! Lake Poinsett CampGet ready for a week that will inspire, challenge, and transform at LTC - Living Transformed for Christ! It is more than a camp—it’s a celebration of faith, leadership, and the incredible love of God! This week is packed with high-energy worship, engaging studies on faith and leadership, and moments of laughter and connection. Grades 9-12
July 21 - Jul 22, 2025
536 - LPC Teddy Bear Camp 2 (WAITLIST AVAILABLE) Lake Poinsett Camp(WAITLIST AVAILABLE) A Sweet First Camp Experience—With Someone You Love! Teddy Bear Camp is the perfect way to introduce young campers to the joy of camp life, with the comfort of a parent, grandparent, or special adult by their side. Spend 24 hours filled with laughter, love, and memories in the cozy setting of our beautiful retreat center. Bring your favorite stuffed animal along for the adventure! Ages: Adult(s) with child(ren) up to age 8
July 23 - Jul 24, 2025
537 - LPC Teddy Bear Camp 3 (WAITLIST AVAILABLE) Lake Poinsett Camp(WAITLIST AVAILABLE) A Sweet First Camp Experience—With Someone You Love! Teddy Bear Camp is the perfect way to introduce young campers to the joy of camp life, with the comfort of a parent, grandparent, or special adult by their side. Spend 24 hours filled with laughter, love, and memories in the cozy setting of our beautiful retreat center. Bring your favorite stuffed animal along for the adventure! Ages: Adult(s) with child(ren) up to age 9.
July 27 - Jul 30, 2025
580 - LPC Grandparents & Me 1 (FULL) Lake Poinsett Camp(FULL) Grandparents, this is your chance to share a one-of-a-kind experience with your grandchildren at Grandparents and Me Camp! Over several unforgettable nights, you’ll laugh, learn, and grow together in faith while staying in the comfort of our air-conditioned Retreat Center. Ages: Grandparent(s) with Child(ren) Ages 5-12
July 27 - Aug 1, 2025
505 - LPC Summer’s Last Blast 1 Lake Poinsett CampGet ready for an unforgettable end to summer with a few action-packed days of non-stop fun! Dive into exciting waterfront activities, laugh and play during awesome games, and discover God’s Word in interactive Bible studies. From splashing in the water to making new friends, this camp is the perfect way for elementary kids to wrap up their summer with joy, adventure, and a deeper connection to God. Don’t miss it—it’s going to be a blast! Grades: 3-5
506 - LPC Summer’s Last Blast 2 Lake Poinsett CampDon’t let summer end without one final adventure! Join us for an action-packed few days filled with excitement and unforgettable memories. Dive into thrilling waterfront activities, compete in epic games, and discover God’s Word through interactive and relatable Bible studies. It’s the ultimate way to close out summer with new friends, tons of fun, and a deeper connection to your faith. Let’s make this last blast the best one yet! Grades: 6-8
July 30 - Aug 1, 2025
581 - LPC Grandparents & Me 2 (FULL) Lake Poinsett Camp(FULL) Grandparents, this is your chance to share a one-of-a-kind experience with your grandchildren at Grandparents and Me Camp! Over two unforgettable nights, you’ll laugh, learn, and grow together in faith while staying in the comfort of our air-conditioned Retreat Center. Ages: Grandparent(s) with Child(ren) Ages 5-12
August 8 - Aug 10, 2025
521 - LPC Young Adult Camp **NEW! Lake Poinsett CampYoung Adult Camp is your chance to step away from the busyness of "adulting" and dive into a week of friendship, fun, and faith. Designed just for young adults, this camp offers the perfect blend of relaxation and nostalgia, where you can relive the joys of summer camp while building meaningful connections with others on the same journey. Ages: 21-35