About Camp Emmanuel
(What you need to know)
Camp Emmanuel is a church camp affiliated with the Illinois-Wisconsin District of the Church of the Brethren.
Our mission is to share God's message and love with children of all ages through the beauty and wonder found in nature. We host Christ-centered camps throughout the summer.
When camps are not in session, we are open to the public for events, camping, hiking, boating, and fishing from early spring through late fall. We are closed during the winter.
We would love for you to visit! Contact our camp managers to check availability.
Click below to check out our Camp Emmanuel Guidelines.
Camp Registration for Summer 2026 Is Now OPEN!
We look forward to an exciting year with you! Visit our registration page now and sign up for camp 2026.
Our spring work week this year is scheduled for April 25-29, and we need all the help we can get to gear up for camping season. Please consider stopping by and lending a hand. We have jobs for all ages and abilities!
Camp opens to the public on May 1st for fishing and hiking.
Be sure to reach out to our camp managers as soon as possible if you want to schedule a family reunion, wedding, church service or retreat, youth group outing, or any other on-site activities. Camp fills up fast!
Can't wait to see you at Camp Emmanuel!
Registration Information:
In the past, Camp Emmanuel has allowed campers to register when they arrive at camp. In order to properly plan for more camp offerings, we no longer allow campers to register on the same day for any OVERNIGHT camp. Any campers who arrive for an OVERNIGHT camp without registration may be turned away at the discretion of the Camp Director.
No campers are allowed to stay on camp property for any camp without registration forms signed by that camper's parent or legal guardian.
(Click Here for a Printable Schedule)
Women's Camp
May 29-May 31
Women 18 and Older
Friday 5:00PM – Sunday 2:00PM
Director: Crystal Bryant
Fee: $90 ($105 after May 15)
Pre-Junior Camp
June 5-7
FOR CAMPERS WHO HAVE COMPLETED K-2nd GRADE
Friday 5:00PM – Sunday 2:00PM
Director: Lauren Cox
Email: Lbeaird90@gmail.com
Fee $90 ($105 after May 22)
Middle School Camp
June 7-13
FOR CAMPERS WHO HAVE COMPLETED 6th-8th GRADE
Sunday 5:00PM – Saturday 10:00AM
Director: Lynn Jones
Email: misslynnmo@yahoo.com
Fee $165 ($180 after May 24)
Junior Camp
June 16-20
FOR CAMPERS WHO HAVE COMPLETED 3rd-5th GRADE
Tuesday 5:00PM – Saturday 10:00AM
Director: Rachel Miller
Email: rmiller.english@gmail.com
Fee $115 ($130 after June 2)
High School Camp
June 25-28
FOR CAMPERS WHO HAVE COMPLETED 9th-12th GRADE
Thursday 5:00PM – Sunday 10:00AM
Director: Jackie Hoyle
Fee: $100 ($115 after June 11)
Mommy and Me Camp
July 10-12
FOR MOTHERS & CHILDREN AGE 2-6
Friday 5:00PM – Sunday 10:00AM
Directors: Bonnie Grotjan & Kelly Stowell
Fee: $100 ($115 after June 26)
*Fee includes Mommy and 1 or two children.
Men's Camp
August 7-9
FOR MEN OF ALL AGES
Friday 5:00PM – Sunday 2:00PM
Director: Rick Bosserman
Email: rickbosserman@gmail.com
Fee: $90 ($105 after July 24)
Family Camp
September 4-7
Friday 6:00PM – Monday 9:00AM
Directors: Jordan & Megan Ziegenbein
Fees: Adults $90 ($105 after August 21)
Children 4-12 $60 ($75 after August 21)
Maximum per family $225 ($240 after August 21)
Registration closed after August 28
Camp Improvements
We've been busy!
Camp Emmanuel has seen several changes over the years, and we continue to DREAM BIG about how we can improve our facilities and camp offerings. This year we are working to complete several projects:
- KAYAKS - 2025!
- Climate updates to our bunk cabins (AC!)
- Wifi system covering the Main Camp area
- New Roofing in 2024
- Washer/Dryer for Camp use
- New outdoor shower for after swimming
Do you have an idea for an improvement to Camp? Let us know!
Group Rates for Scouts and Youth Groups
Looking for a great AFFORDABLE site for your scouts or youth group to tent camp? We're happy to offer two new rental options for tent camping:
1) Tent Camping Rate: $1.50 per person per night
--- Includes the use of our outdoor facilities and bath house.
2) Tent Camping & Whole Camp Rate: $5.00 per person per night (minimum of 20 people)
--- Includes the use of our outdoor and indoor facilities.
Visit our Facilities page for details!
Friends of Camp!
Calling all Campers! If you've spent time with us here at Camp Emmanuel, please join the discussion on facebook by clicking below, or click the green button so we can keep in contact with you!
Visit Our Facebook Alumni Contact FormATTENTION LIFEGUARDS
Camp Emmanuel is looking for paid lifeguards for our 2026 camp season. If you are interested in becoming a lifeguard, Camp Emmanuel will pay for your training if you agree to work here for at least one camping season. Contact our Camp Managers for more information!
Experience Camp in VR
(Click the video and go full screen to move around 360°, supports VR headsets via Youtube VR)
Check out more videos on our Youtube Channel
Miss Worship at Camp?
Listen to Middle School Camp's Playlist
Leon Swigart Prayer Garden
In recognition of the many years of service of our friend Leon Swigart, a Prayer Garden has been constructed in his honor. This lovely spot along the trail to Vesper Hill has been set aside as an area for quiet meditation and prayer. The Leon Swigart Prayer Garden was dedicated at Family Camp 2022.
Camp Calendar
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