Registration will open February 1st at 9am for all Manidokan 2023 Summer Events.
All programs are Sunday – Friday, unless noted. Campers will enjoy the camp activities such as swimming, hiking trails, arts and crafts, campfires, bible study, archery, low ropes, games, high aerial park, talent shows, climbing wall and ziplines.
All offsite trips and trips or activities with outside vendors are subject to change based on current COVID-19 levels within our community.
Housing can also be subject to change heading into a week to reduce risk based on summer patterns with COVID-19.
In our online registration system – Please be sure you choose your camper, select the session they want (enrolled status), then pay the required deposit (Registered status).
A space for your camper will not be guaranteed until deposit/payment is made.
Adventure Camps
Elementary, Grades 3-5
Middle, Grades 6-8
High School, Grades 9-12
Cost: $555
Adventure campers will make new friends, grow in community through team-building, hike through beautiful woodlands, perform in a talent show, and paddle down the Potomac River. A visit to historic Harper’s Ferry will be determined per COVID. Middle and High School campers will soar on our new multi-traverse aerial park while all ages will have a chance to enjoy the zipline and climbing tower. Traditional camp activities like swimming, arts and crafts, archery, group games, cookouts and campfires add to the fun while Bible study and worship help campers develop a relationship with Christ in a safe and encouraging environment.
All Housing will be determined based on COVID metrics, age-level, and registration numbers closer to camp.
See schedule for dates.
Adventure After Dark
Grades: 6-8
Cost: $575
Staying up late, but not ALL night, is the highlight of this camp. With zipline after dark, star-gazing, fireside worship, campfire cooking, minight bowling, a twilight Sawmill Creek Hike, and other nighttime fun, who can resist? You’ll join with other campers for all camp favorites like Mission Manidokan and Talent Show.
All Housing will be determined based on COVID metrics, age-level, and registration numbers closer to camp.
American Sign Language Camp
Grades 3 – 12
Cost: $555
American Sign Language Camp features ASL immersion opportunities for signers at any level, from beginners to fluent signers. Campers will also participate in swimming, hiking, arts and crafts, and more and learn about God’s love through daily religious education lessons and chapel. ASL Camp is designed for hearing campers at any signing level.
Campers in Deaf & ASL Camps will share lodging and all daily activities.
Age groupings & housing will be determined based on Covid metrics, age-level, and registration numbers closer to camp. Younger campers are likely to stay in the Lodges and older campers are likely to stay in the cabins.
Best Week Ever
Grades 6-8
Cost: $555
Exclusively for middle school campers, this camp will provide dynamic worship, enriching fellowship and awesome adventures. Campers will do some choosing of their own activities to create a camp experience that will make it the best week ever. In the midst of the daily adventures, campers will have small group discussions and large group worship to focus on meeting their spiritual needs.
All Housing will be determined based on COVID metrics, age-level, and registration numbers closer to camp.
Best Week Ever – Leadership Track
Grades 10-12, by application/registration only
Cost: $455
Step 1: Applications to be posted Feb. AND Obtain a Pastor’s Reference here
You will receive a message from Pastor Chris Bishop then once approved:
Step 2: Register and pay tuition in BWC Camp system
The Best Week Ever leadership program is for high school aged campers who show interest and ability in Christian leadership. Leadership campers will work closely with the Best Week Ever directors and counselors to plan, serve and lead a variety of activities for the campers. This is a great opportunity to get hands on leadership experience in preparation for other leadership roles in the church or camp setting.
Here is a message from Pastor Chris Bishop about this program:
The goal of this week is to provide a great week of camp for everyone by serving one another, growing in faith and leading well. A few characteristic we seek in a great student leader are:
- Communication skills – If you have questions or concerns or ideas tell Pastor Chris as we all work together to make camp the best week for everyone.
- Servant Leadership – You are a big part of what makes camp special. Your willingness to serve first and put the camper’s experience first is amazing, even more so when you set aside personal preference or convenience.
- Team-member – There is a whole team here with you! Knowing when to work hard and when to relax can help your week go well.
- Open to try new things – We want you to grow as a disciple, leader and person. This means that we will ask you to try new things but know that we all learn together in a safe environment.
While the list above is not complete it is a good summary of the team’s expectations of our Student Leaders, if you feel excited about joining our team then we encourage you to apply. It is the hope of the Best Week Ever team that you will grow as a leader through training, conversation and hands-on experience.
If you have any questions about this program, please contact Pastor Chris Bishop, chris@faithpointum.org, There are a limited number of positions. Applications will be reviewed by the Best Week Ever leadership team before final confirmation is given. If you register without an approved application from Pastor Chris then you might be asked to choose a different program.
All Housing will be determined based on COVID metrics, age-level, and registration numbers closer to camp.
Canoe & Water Adventure Camp
Grades 8-12
Cost: $555
Spend your week at Manidokan exploring the beautiful rivers and creeks that surround camp! Canoe campers will spend most of each day in either a canoe or kayak, sleep in Manidokan’s hammock shelter, and cook campfire meals! Evenings will be filled with fun games and activities. This camp is designed for kids with adventurous spirits and open minds. Can you picture it…camping out next to the river, eating delicious campfire meals, swimming and floating, and of course epic water games! Come enjoy the great outdoors at Camp Manidokan!
Deaf Camp
Grades 3 – 12
Cost: $555
Get ready for the most fun week of the summer! Campers will participate in swimming, hiking, arts and crafts, and more, while they learn about God’s love through daily religious education lessons and chapel. Deaf Camp is designed for campers who are Deaf and hard-of-hearing.
Campers in Deaf & ASL Camps will share lodging and all daily activities.
Age groupings & housing will be determined based on COVID metrics, age-level, and registration numbers closer to camp. Younger campers will likely stay in the Lodges, Older campers are likely to stay in the cabins.
Explorer Camp
Grades: 3-5, 6-8, 9-12
Cost: $555
Campers will have the opportunity to “explore” all Manidokan has to offer and learn more about the gifts and blessings God has given them. Many of our adventures include river trips, team challenges, and beautiful hikes including Sawmill Creek and a visit to Harper’s Ferry along with traditional activities like campfires, s’mores, archery, crafts, gaga ball, 9 square, a talent show, and our enjoy our new hammock pods! Older campers will soar on our aerial park with quick jump and zipline. Camper groups will choose a daily “Explore More” activity!
This week in partnership with Hope Mt. Carmel UMC and Wesley Freedom UMC.
Late Night
Grades 9-12
Cost: $595
This camp is for teens who love to stay up late and play outside in the dark. We will play into the night by zip-lining with headlamps, night hiking, evening Bible Study, and enjoying the stars. Then we’ll sleep during much of the day. In addition to sharing activities with all of camp, like Mission Night and Talent Show, we expect to include canoeing, caving, and midnight bowing, COVID allowing.
All Housing will be determined based on COVID metrics, age-level, and registration numbers closer to camp.
Mini Camp
Elementary Grades 2-4
Cost: $415
Come have a blast on this three-day Manidokan Adventure including fun in the water, on the trails, on the ropes course and Zipline, and at the campfire. With just 2 overnights, this mini-Camp is the perfect opportunity for campers to have great summer fun in a partial week experience. Join us for a packed experience in an awesome place!
All Housing will be determined based on COVID metrics, age-level, and registration numbers closer to camp.
Arrival/Check-In will be on Wednesday from 4:00-5:00pm.
Departure/Pick-Up will be on Friday at regular time, 6:15pm.
Campers will enjoy Dinner on Wednesday through Dinner on Friday.
Date | 2023 Schedule *Based on grade entering Fall 2023 |
Rate per camper |
June 11-16 | Adventure Camps: Grades 3-5, 6-8, 9-12 | $555 |
June 25-30 | Best Week Ever, Grades 6-8 | $555 |
June 25-30 | Best Week Ever Leadership, Grades 10-12 | $455 |
July 2-7 | Adventure After Dark, Grades 6-8 | $575 |
July 2-7 | Late Night Camp, Grades 9-12 | $595 |
July 5-7 (Wed-Fri) | Mini Camp, Grades 2-4 | $415 |
July 9-14 | Adventure Camps: Grades3-5, 6-8, 9-12 | $555 |
July 9-14 | Canoe & Water Adventure, Grades 8-12 | $555 |
July 16-21 | Adventure Camps: Grades 3-5, 6-8, 9-12 | $555 |
July 23-28 | Deaf & ASL Camps: Grades 3-12 | $555 |
July 30-Aug 4 | Explorer Camps: Grades 3-5, 6-8, 9-12 | $555 |
Aug 6-11 | This week has been cancelled. |