Winter Connection is an annual event for middle school and high school youth sponsored by the Dakotas Conference Council on Youth Ministry (CCYM.)

EVENT INFORMATION

• Event: 2026 Winter Connection (Camp #800)
• Three locations: Bismarck, Sioux Falls, and Rapid City
• Dates: January 30-31, 2026
• Cost: $40.00 per person
• Ages: Youth in grades 6-12 and adult chaperones

Winter Connection is an opportunity for youth to gather, share, worship, and serve others. Each year there is a focus on a particular theme and scripture along with a unique and important component of service. Our theme for 2026 is : Functioning Parts. Our scripture is Romans 12:4-8.  What is your calling? How can you serve? How can you use your hands, feet, gifts, and talents to share the Good News. We all are important parts of Christ’s body; how will you help live into being a functional part of the body? Make sure to bring a sleeping bag, pillow, toiletries, weather appropriate clothing, winter jacket, and gear.

REGISTRATION

REGISTER ONLINE HERE  (Opens soon!!)

Note: Each individual attendee must register. Group registration is not available. However, you may download an individual registration form and then submit them as a group via email to info@dakcamps.org.

CANCELLATION POLICY: All cancellations must be submitted in writing to info@dakcamps.org. Per CCYM, cancellations received 11 days or more prior to the start of Winter Connection will receive a full refund of payments made. Cancellations received 10 days or less before the event will receive a full refund minus a $20 cancellation fee per person who cancels unless a replacement attendee is registered. Cancellation fees will be charged to the church.

LOCATIONS

Northeast: Bismarck, ND
Bismarck McCabe United Methodist Church

Check-in: Friday, Jan 30, 7-8 pm (CST)
Concludes: Saturday, Jan 31, 3:00 pm (CST)                                      
Cost: $40 (includes 2 meals and activity)
Missional Opportunity: TBD
Fun Activity: TBD
Schedule: Northeast Schedule - TBD
Worship: TBD
Lodging: Church floor (bring your own sleeping bag/bedding)
Contact: TBD
Welcome Letter: Northeast Welcome Letter - Coming soon!

Southeast: Sioux Falls, SD—
Sioux Falls First United Methodist Church

Check-in: Friday, Jan 30, 7-8 pm (CST)
Concludes: Saturday, Jan 31, 3:30 pm (CST)
Cost: $40 (includes 2 meals and activity)
Missional Opportunity: TBD
Fun Activity: TBD
Schedule: Southeast Schedule - TBD
Worship: TBD
Lodging: Church floor (bring your own sleeping bag/bedding)
Contacts: Rev. Clay Lundberg or Rev. Seth LaBounty
Welcome Letter: Southeast Welcome Letter - Coming soon!

Southwest: Rapid City, SD—
Rapid City TBD United Methodist Church

Check-in: Friday, Jan 30, 7-8 pm (MST)
Concludes: Saturday, Jan 31, 3:00 pm (MST)
Cost: $40 (includes 2 meals and activity)
Missional Opportunity: TBD
Fun Activity: Flags and Wheels Indoor Amusement Park
Lodging: Church floor (bring your own sleeping bag/bedding)
Contacts: TBD
Welcome Letter: Southwest Welcome Letter - Coming soon!

REQUIRED FORMS

ALL participants, youth and adult alike, are required to have these forms completed in order to attend the Winter Connection event. Health Forms should be kept with the chaperones of each group. The Release of Liability waivers and Winter Connection Covenants should be turned into Winter Connection staff at check-in. If you are attending without a chaperone, please turn in this form when you check in for the event.

Please print the following forms and bring completed to event check-in:

• Winter Connection - Release of Liability Waiver and Public Relations Release
• Winter Connection - Medical Information Form - YOUTH (under age 18)
• Winter Connection - Medical Information Form - ADULT (age 18+)
• Winter Connection - Event Covenant 

Below are some photos from 2025 Winter Connection! Click here to view all photos.