Camp & Conference

Our camp and conference program is geared towarding providing opportunity for spiritual growth, Christian education, and fellowship.

Outdoor Ministries

Our Outdoor Ministries program hosts seasonal events for all ages. You can find retreats and weekends for youth, young adults, seniors, women, men, and families - all affordably priced and centered around deep spiritual growth, conversation, and community. You'll find the Camp & Conference schedule, registration packets, volunteer information, and other resources below.

What You Need to Register

1. Find the right camp(s) for you!

First, find out what events you are able and eligible to attend. Some Camp & Conference events are for youth in specific grades (Pioneer: 1-3, Junior: 4-6, Chi-Rho: 7-9, CYF: 10-12). Some events are for whole families, older adults, young adults (ages 18-29), and so on. You can find a quick overview of each camp or conference and its requirements on our handy Program Guide (PDF). You can also download a separate schedule of events (PDF), so you can easily work out how the various camps fit into you and your family's schedule.

2. Get the registration forms.

Now that you have picked out the camps and conferences you want to attend, download the Summer Registration form (in PDF or Word format). You will need to fill these forms out completely, including getting your minister's signature.

If you want to sign up for Spring or Fall retreats, use the 2008 Spring-Fall Retreat Form (in Word or in PDF).

3. Mail your form and check to the regional office.

You'll find the fees for the camp or conference you are attending in the Program Guide. Make out your check to the Christian Church Capital Area. Our address is 11501 Georgia Ave, Suite 400, Wheaton, MD 20902. Before sending, double check that your form is filled out and signed.

If you have questions about filling out your form, do not hesitate to call the Regional Office - we'll be glad to walk you through the process. You can reach us Monday through Friday from 9-5 PM at 301-942-8266.

Finally, you can fax your forms in to the regional office, but you will still need to mail your payment. You can fax them to 301-942-8366.

4. Confirm your registration, and get ready for camp!

After you mail in your registration form, please wait a few business days for your registration and check to arrive. You can email the regional office (mail@cccadisciples.org) if you want confirmation that your registration has been received.

After your registration has been received, you will receive a welcome email or letter from the director of your camp in the weeks before it begins. You can also find other resources on this page helpful - like what to bring to camp, directions to Camp Mary Mac or Bethany Beach, and camp scholarship applications.

If your resources are tight or you don't have enough money to afford the full camp fees, please go ahead and send in your registration form. Your church may be able to provide some part of the registration fee, and you may also send in a camp scholarship application for you or your child. Don't let tight resources keep you from spending time with God this summer!

In addition, if you would like to have your camper carpool with another church or family to Bethany Beach or Camp Mary Mac, please call the regional office (301-942-8266).

Facilities

The Capital Area Region is blessed with two terrific camp and conference facilities. Whether you enjoy the beautiful beach and sun of Bethany Beach, Delaware or enjoy the quiet, rustic Camp Mary Mac, you'll find both sites provide a great experience for a church or organizational retreat. Check out the links below for more information on our camp sites, including information on how to book them for your own church or organization's retreat.

- Bethany Beach Conference Center (Bethany Beach, DE)

- Camp Mary Mac (Sharpsburg, MD)

Camp & Conference Schedule 2008

Spring

April 18-20: CYF Spring Retreat (Camp Mary Mac)

May 19-22: "Empty Nesters" and Retired Adult Conference (Bethany Beach)

May 30-June 1: Women's Retreat (Bethany Beach)

June 6-8: Girl's CYF Retreat (Camp Mary Mac)

June 6-8: Girl's Chi-Rho Retreat (Camp Mary Mac) 

Summer

June 19-22: Young Adult Conference (Bethany Beach)

June 27-29: Pioneer Camp (Camp Mary Mac)

June 29-July 5: Family Camp 1 (Bethany Beach)

June 29-July 5: Chi Rho 1 (Camp Mary Mac)

July 6-12: CYF Conference 1 (Bethany Beach)

July 6-12: Juniors Camp 1 (Camp Mary Mac)

July 13-19: Chi Rho 2 - Service Camp (Camp Mary Mac)

July 20-26: Junior Camp 2 (Camp Mary Mac)

July 21-26: ICYF (Chapman University, CA)

July 27-August 2: CYF Conference 2 (Bethany Beach)

August 3-9: Family Camp 2 (Bethany Beach)

August 3-6: Camp Starfish (Camp Mary Mac)

August 9: Corn Roast (Camp Mary Mac)

August 21-24: Footprints (Bethany Beach)

September 2-5: Seniors Conference (Bethany Beach) 

Fall

September 19-21: Chi Rho Fall Retreat (Camp Mary Mac)

September 26-28: CYF Fall Retreat (Camp Mary Mac)

October 17-18: Region Assembly (Frederick, MD)

Please call the regional office with any questions about our Camp & Conference program that you may have.