ELEVATE Retreat
What is the ELEVATE Retreat?
In 2024, Venture Student Ministries began going to the ELEVATE retreat to build off the excitement of camp! Get ready to ELEVATE at the ELEVATE Retreat as we explore this year’s theme The Difference.
What is the ELEVATE Retreat?
The ELEVATE Retreat is designed to help students grow deeper in their faith. It’s an overnight retreat that will take place at Camp Chautauqua in Miamisburg, Ohio from Friday, November 21st-Sunday November 23rd. The Retreat will begin Friday evening so there will be no need to miss school. We will be back from the Retreat around 9:30AM on Sunday.
Julian Brodie
Youth Pastor
FAQS
what age groups can attend?
This retreat is reserved strictly for High School students.
What will we do?
We will still have the normal Camp Chautauqua fun, along with all kinds of “autumn fun:” Bonfires, s’mores, hayrides, hikes, and inflatables are just some of the activities. And yet, the best part will be the morning and evening sessions of ELEVATE 2025. In addition to those, various electives will be offered during free time.
When is it?
Friday, November 21st – Sunday, November 23rd
How much is it?
The total cost is $150.00 per student. Camp payments can be made online via PushPay at GuideChurch.com/giving. You can also pay in person on Wednesday night or Sunday morning. Whether you pay online or in-person, be sure to designate the funds to “Venture Camp” on the envelope or online giving form.
How can i register?
Pictures from Last Year's Retreat
Check Out the Highlights from Last Year's Camp!
FAQs on Camp Registration
I know someone who Doesn't Go To Guide Church but they want to come to camp? Can They come to camp?
Yes! We strongly encourage our Venture Students to invite their friends to come to camp! In fact, we award a $25 scholarship to any student who gets a friend (who has not come to Venture before) to register for camp!
My Student is going to 6th grade? Can He go to camp?
Yes! We do allow 6th graders to go to camp. If you have any concerns about your rising 6th grader, contact us!
My student Takes Medicine? Will there be Someone there to help them take their medicine?
Yes! There will be an on-site nurse to help students take their medicine. If you have any concerns about your student’s medical needs, contact us!
How Much does Camp Cost?
The Cost of Camp is $325.
Can I register my Student even If I can't pay right now?
Yes! You can complete registration without paying! Be sure to use Sponsor Code “GUIDE2024” at the end of your registration. Use of this code allows you to register your student without paying the full cost of camp.
How Do I Pay for Camp?
Payments for camp should be made online. Payments can also be in-person during a Sunday Morning service OR during a Wednesday Night Venture Student Ministries service! Be sure to designate your funds to “Venture Camp.”
Do You Offer Scholarships?
At Guide Church, we don’t want anything to serve as a barrier for a student to go to camp. Scholarships will be awarded on a case-by-case basis. We strongly encourage our teenagers to participate in our fundraising events. Read more about how we are raising funds to ensure every student has an opportunity to go to camp.
When is CAmp?
The dates for camp are July 1st-July 5th. We will leave around noon-Monday, July 1st and return around noon Friday, July 5th.
How Do I register?
You can register for camp here! During registration, be sure to enter Sponsor Code “GUIDE2024” at checkout. Be Sure to check the box, or the code won’t be applied! We recommend registering on a laptop or computer.
What does My STudent NEed to bring?
You can download a packing list here.
I Don't have a Laptop or Computer. How can I register?
Stop by one of our Venture Student Ministries Wednesday Nights and we will gladly let you use a computer to register your student!