Middle School Camp Maranatha
Join us for a week of learning about Jesus and having fun with friends! Mornings are spent in worship sessions, group discussions, and personal Bible reading time. Afternoons are filled with fun activities like speed boat tubing, blobbing, riding on the zip line, kayaking, canoeing, archery, paddle boats, making crafts at the craft shop, eating snacks and ice cream at the Sweet Shop, intentional one-on-one conversations between leaders and students and more. In the evening students enjoy our main worship session, group activities, and small group follow-up discussions.
When
June 16-21, 2025
Where
Maranatha Bible Camp in Maxwell, Nebraska
Cost
Early Registration = $550, March 2 – May 4
Late Registration $625, May 5 – June 21
Scholarships are available!
T-Shirt: A camp t-shirt is included (Adult sizes Small – 2XL)
Registration
Registration, Deposit, & Refund Policy
Registration
Trip payments can be paid in full or divided into two payments.
The deposit amount is non-refundable for all registrations.
Deposit
The deposit for Maranatha is $150.
A remaining balance due reminder will be sent in June. Please plan to have your full amount paid two weeks before the trip.
Refunds
Refunds, excluding the deposit, are available until 2 weeks before the trip.
No refunds will be issued within 2 weeks of the trip.
Note: If a student is not able to go because of COVID/illness, a refund will be available to you.
MORE INFO
Drop Off and Pick Up
Erie Campus families | 615 Evans St. Erie, 80516
On Monday, June 16 we will meet at 7am at the Erie Campus
On Saturday, June 21 we will arrive back at the Erie Campus between 12:30 – 1pm.
Boulder Campus families| 3245 Kalmia Ave. Boulder, 80301
On Monday, June 16 we will meet at 7am at the Boulder Campus
On Saturday, June 21 we will arrive back at the Boulder Campus between 1pm-1:30pm
Thornton Campus families| 11989 St Paul St, Thornton, CO 80233
On Monday, June 16 we will meet at 7:00 AM at the Thornton Campus
On Saturday, June 21 we will arrive back at the Thornton Campus between 1pm-1:30pm
Things to Bring
Packing List:
What TO Bring:
- Clothes for 6 days camp
- Extra clothes for messy games like shaving cream war, etc.
- Sleeping bag & Pillow
- Toiletries (Deodorant!)
- Water bottle
- Flashlight
- Rain Gear
- Bible, Journal, & Pen
- Tennis Shoes
- Costumes for Theme Nights
- Modest swimsuits
- Towels for lake time and showers
- Sunscreen
- Mosquito Repellant
Do NOT Bring
Tablets, Cell Phones, Game systems, any sort of weapon, or pranking material.
Optional
1. Swimming Goggles
2. Old School Film Camera – retro vibe
3. Spending $$ – See the section below for FAQs about money for camp.
Digital Device Policy
Middle school students are not permitted to bring digital devices with a screen and/or have wifi capability on trips (Maranatha and Winter WKND). This includes cell phones, tablets, smartwatches, etc.
Humans were designed by God to flourish when we have connected relationships with Him, other people, nature, and ourselves. The trips we take are strategically designed to give students opportunities to grow their connection in each of these relational areas and are structured so that students will never need digital devices. Devices can be distracting and can create access to inappropriate content while students are away from home.
If a student needs to call home, they will have access to their cabin leader’s and other Calvary staff members’ phones to use.
If a family feels strongly about their student taking a phone then it will be checked in and held during the trip by their cabin leader.
A Day In The Life of a Camper
Morning
Breakfast
Worship Session
Solo time with God
Church Gathering Time
Afternoon
Lunch
Free Time: Lake Front (Blob, Swimming, Water Toys, Kayak, Canoe, Paddle Boat, Paddle Board) Speed Boat Tubing, Fishing, Sweet Shop, Zip Line, All Camp Games, Craft Shop, Climbing Wall, Putt-Putt, Disc Golf, Prime Time with leaders and more!
Night
Dinner in Costume
Worship Session
Cabin Group Discussion Time
Evening Group Activities
Bed
Dress Up Nights
Each night of camp is themed with different costume competitions and the students are encouraged to dress up to that theme. Most of the students participate in this and it is really fun!
Themes:
Food, Medical, and Rooms
Medications
All of the medication sent to camp will be collected and distributed by the camp medical team. The camp nurses do a good job of tracking and pursuing students so they stay consistent with their meds.
Packing Medication
If you are sending medication along, please put everything in a zip-lock-type bag.
● Medication needs to have the student’s name on it.
● Write out on a separate paper the instructions (timing, frequency, dose, etc.) for medication
● Put both the medication and instructions in a plastic bag with the student’s name and Calvary’s Campus on the outside.
● At check-in, leaders will collect all the medication bags in a container to be delivered to the camp medical team.
Dietary Needs
The Maranatha food service team is very willing to work with your child’s dietary needs. On your student’s registration form, there’s a spot to indicate any dietary needs. Also, you may contact Maranatha Bible Camp directly with specific needs and questions.
Rooms/Ratios/Bedding
Students will need to bring their own bedding (sleeping bag, pillow). Each student will have their own bed. The size of rooms varies by grade and campus. Boys and girls are never allowed to enter a cabin assigned to the opposite gender. Each room will have a leader in it with students.
Money for Camp
Camp Coin | Camp Does Not Accept Cash Any Longer
This year Camp Maranatha is no longer accepting cash for the Sweet Shop, Gift Shop, afternoon special activities (Horseback riding, paintball, ect.) or the Coffee Shop. They have special camp money cards called camp coin. This card will be specific to your student with their name and picture. Maranatha is trying to eliminate the amount of cash stolen or lost each year.
To purchase camp coin click this link
Sweet Shop – The Sweet Shop is open during free time and is an ice cream/snack shack. Think of Dairy Queen in the middle of camp.
Souvenir Gift Shop – Maranatha has a gift shop that sells souvenirs, camp clothing, and coffee drinks. Think of a mom & pop version of Starbucks.
- Shirts : $15-$25
- Hoodies : $30-$40
- Hats : $20-$40
Craft Shop – The craft shop will be open during free time and each of the crafts typically costs $5-$8 per project.
Debit Card – Camp accepts debit and credit card payments. We suggest using camp coin but you may send debit cards if you prefer.
Wallet – Please make sure there is an ID or camper info in the wallet. Every year we find unidentified wallets with money and we want to return every wallet we find.
Mail at Camp
Families can send letters/packages to their students at camp through postal mail or email. Mail is delivered to campers during each meal time. Here is where to send mail:
Email Your Camper: camper@maranathacamp.org
Postal:
Maranatha Bible Camp
Attn: Your Camper
16800 E. Maranatha Rd.
Maxwell, NE 69151
If you have any further questions, please email:
Chris Barnes (Erie Campus)
Jake Baur (Boulder Campus)
Brody Young (Thornton Campus)