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Adventure Camp

July 12-17

6th-12th grade

Price:

Option A: $800

Option B: $650

Option C: $500

This camp is perfect for youth who want the unique perspective of living among God’s creation. Campers sleep in Gilmont’s Tree Houses, challenge themselves to build shelters and rafts out of nature, and stretch their comfort zones as they work with a team to complete other challenges.

Accommodations

Campers stay in Gilmont’s Tree Houses with other campers in their age group and under the supervision of their Counselors. Tree Houses are not airconditioned and rely on screened windows for breezy airflow. Campers use a bathhouse with private showers and amenities for self-care. Their gathering space is around the campfire or on the picnic tables between the two Tree Houses.

Adventure campers are allowed to bring a hammock or small tent for lodging, if preferred, instead of the Tree Houses. In the event of severe weather, campers move into Gilmont’s cabins.

Activities

Gilmont’s activities and small group structure allow campers to grow in character and community while having fun in the piney woods of East Texas. Adventure Campers participate in traditional camp activities (archery, canoeing, group games, sling shots, disc golf, nature hikes, crafts, Bible Study, and more) and older camper activities (zipline, axe throwing, ninja stars, and crate stacking). They also enjoy special Adventure Camp activities – such as cooking 2 meals a day over a campfire, shelter and raft building, and other outdoor challenges.

Age Groups & Counselors

Campers are organized into small groups of 12-14 campers around their age. At least two carefully selected and highly trained counselors supervise each group. Camp staff undergo a rigorous screening and complete a minimum of 12 days of orientation and training. Counselors are attentive, caring, and creative young adults who are passionate about spending time with children and affirming their uniqueness as Children of God. They help make the camp experience fun and enriching for all campers!

Arrival & Departure

Campers arrive for Adventure Camp on Sunday between 3:00-5:00 PM. The closing ceremony is at 3:00 PM on Friday with pick-up beginning 30 minutes prior. Guardians and loved ones are encouraged to attend the closing ceremony.

Flexible Pricing Options

Gilmont believes that every child deserves the experience and benefits of summer camp. We recognize that families have different abilities and resources to pay for a week of summer camp, which is why we are offering flexible pricing. Option A reflects the true cost of camp, Option C is the historically subsidized rate of camp, and Option B is the midpoint between the two. Click here to learn more about flexible pricing.

No matter which option you choose, the amenities, activities, and camp experience are the same.

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Gilmont believes that every child deserves the experience and benefits of summer camp. We recognize that families have different abilities and resources to pay for a week of summer camp, which is why we are offering flexible pricing.

Your family can choose the payment option that suits your needs best.  We do not require any type of documentation or reasoning for your decision.

All campers receive the same Gilmont experience, no matter which amount you choose to pay.

Option A ($800 Overnight Camp | $350 Day Camp) – most closely reflects what it actually costs Gilmont to provide a camp experience for one camper, including things like food service, maintaining the buildings and grounds, staffing, utilities, supplies, and equipment. 

Option B ($650 Overnight Camp | $275 Day Camp) – is a partially subsidized rate that is the midpoint between the true cost of camp and the subsidized rate for a week of camp. 

Option C ($500 Overnight Camp | $200 Day Camp) – is a subsidized rate for a week of camp. 

These lower rates are made possible by donations from individuals, churches, and foundations that value the impact the summer camp experience at Gilmont has on children, youth, individuals, and families. 

​The $100 registration deposit must be paid to secure your camper’s spot in the camp you have chosen. Please pay camp fees in full 2 weeks before your session. 

The Prairie Valley Legacy Scholarship was established after one of Gilmont’s sister camps in Grace Presbytery closed. Campers who attend PCUSA churches and worshipping communities in Grace Presbytery are eligible for Prairie Valley Legacy Scholarships.

New in 2025, Prairie Valley Legacy Scholarships are administered to campers by Gilmont. To apply, please submit a Gilmont Scholarship Application (details below) and indicate that your family attends a PCUSA church or worshipping community in Grace Presbytery.

Each year Gilmont leadership works to raise funds to help children come to camp and distributes these on an as needed basis until funds are exhausted. Families are always asked to pay the deposit for the session before requesting scholarship funds.

Click here for the application.

Full payment is due two weeks prior to the session start date.

​​More than 31 days before the session start date:  Cancellations occurring 31+ days prior to the session start date will result in a refund of all payments including the $100 registration deposit.

Between 15 and 30 days of the session start date: Cancellations occurring between 15 and 30 prior to the retreat start date will result in a refund of all payments, except for the $100 registration deposit.

Less than 14 Days before the session start date: Cancellations occurring within 14 days prior to the session start date will result in forfeiture of payments made including the $100 registration deposit. You will be given the option to apply all payments (less the $100 registration deposit) to a future session within the following 12 months.

​Summer Session Cancellation:  If Gilmont is unable to host the session for any reason all payments will be refunded in full.

Everyone you meet at Gilmont is special – whether on staff, visiting, or campers. Being a camper for many years and then working at Gilmont has made me more patient, understanding, kind, and thoughtful. Talking to other staff members and campers gives me little insights on how to enjoy life more. I love that Gilmont has people from different backgrounds and it’s good to get to talk and get to know people you wouldn’t meet outside of camp.
Gilmont is a place where I am immersed in everything I love and am passionate about – kids, music, nature, education, dancing, and being active. Not only can I participate in these things at Gilmont, but also experience God working in and through all of them. In a normal work setting, you’d be lucky to experience even one of the countless joys Camp Gilmont provides.
Camp is an experience that I haven’t had anywhere else, it’s helped me grow into who I am today and given me the skills I need in the real world.

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Take your next step to get involved at Gilmont! We are excited to have you and look forward to having you experience the community and reconnection with nature here.