10 Reasons Families Choose Our Camps - Susquehanna Conference

As we approach the summer season, we are excited to share with you why this summer will be an unforgettable experience at Susquehanna Conference Camp & Retreat Ministry. With so many camps to choose from, here are 10 reasons why families choose Camp Penn and Wesley Forest.

1. Deeply Rooted Relationships: Our small-group format allows camps to build lasting relationships with their peers and trusted counselors.

2. Financial Accessibility: We believe camp is for everyone! Our "no-added-cost" model ensures equality across all programs, and our robust Campership (scholarship) funds ensure that financial barriers never stand in the way of the camp experience.

3. An Inclusive Faith: As a United Methodist ministry, we celebrate God's grace as a gift for all people. We honor the sacred worth of every individual, striving to create a Christ-centered community where everyone -regardless of background, or identity- is welcomed, loved, and invited to grow.

4. A Place that Feels Like Home: For many, camp is the place they truly feel at home. "I never thought I'd have a 'found family.' Camp has given me so much joy and people I love just as much as my real family."

5. Connections for Life: The camp experience doesn't end at check-out. Our campers join a multi-generational network of alumni, forming bonds and support systems that last a lifetime.

6. Vetted Role Models: Safety and inspiration go hand-in-hand. Our staff and volunteers undergo thorough background checks and training to ensure your child has a diverse group of reliable, high-quality leaders.

Camp Penn - Waynesboro, PA 17268

7. Proximity: Located just outside of Waynesboro, Pennsylvania, Camp Penn offers wilderness experiences of Michaux State Forest that remain easily accessible for local families and day-camp programs.

8. Adventure Trips: From our local 'Adrenaline H12' high-adventure camp sessions to our 'CP Adventures!' trips, we go big. This year, we're heading to Alaska, West Virginia, and the Everglades - offering life changing travel at an accessible price point for your child.

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9. Nature Inspired: Located on 450 acres of pristine wilderness, Wesley Forest leans into adventure in the wild. From swimming and boating in our lake, to our 8 miles of hiking trails, to star studies and creek stomps, nature is our playground.

10. Classic Camp, Modern Impact: We take the best of traditional camp experience and infuse it with a modern focus on belonging. A Wesley Forest, the activities are the bridge, but the community is the destination. It's more than a week away, it's a culture of kindness and a "home away from home" that campers return to year after year.