Camp is time away to explore possibilities and encounter new people. Are you ready?
general information
CAMP FEES AND DISCOUNTS: $380 ($195 for Young Explorers). $20 early bird discount for registrations received by 3/31/25.
$20 late fee added to registrations received within 1 week of camp start date. Camp fees include lodging, meals, all activities and programming, t-shirt.
CAMPER CHECK-IN AND PICK-UP: Camp check-in is from 11:30 am-1:00 pm on opening day for Young Explorers (lunch at 1:00 pm) and 4:00-6:00 pm opening day for all other camps. All campers MUST BE PICKED UP AT 10:00 AM ON THE CLOSING DAY.
CAMPER MAIL: Please address all mail to campers in care of Camp Challenge at 8914 US HWY 50 E, Bedford, IN 47421. Mail will NOT be distributed the final day of camp. You may also e-mail campers at [email protected]; please put your camper’s name in the subject line. IN CASE OF EMERGENCY, the camp phone number is (812) 834-5159.
CANCELLATIONS: Requests for refunds (minus the non-refundable registration fee) will be considered if Camp Challenge is notified of cancellation one week before camp session. Without notification, no refunds will be issued.
CANTEEN: Our camp store (Canteen) will be open 1-2 times per day during camp. Snacks and drinks cost $.50-$1.50 per item; souvenirs range from $.50-$25.00. Campers can open a Canteen account at check-in (cash, check, or card are accepted) and purchases will be debited from their account by Canteen staff. Campers will be given the option to donate Canteen funds that remain unused by the end of camp to Camp Challenge. If you have specific expectations for how your camper should spend their Canteen funds, please discuss this with your camper beforehand.
CHOOSING A CAMP: Please register for a camp that corresponds with the grade camper will have completed by the end of the 2024-2025 school year.
CLOTHING: Please only bring items that are easily replaced as they could become lost, stained or damaged. Tops must have at least 1″ straps and be long enough to cover the stomach even when arms are raised. Pants may not be low cut, hip huggers, short-shorts, or hang below the hips. No exposed undergarments. Swimsuits must be one piece. If you only have a two-piece suit, bring a shirt to wear over the suit. Campers must wear shirts at all times except at the pool.
DIETARY NEEDS: At this time, we can accommodate gluten-free, dairy-free, vegetarian, or medically-necessary nutritional restrictions due to allergy or disease. If your camper has specific dietary needs, please note this information on the registration form and contact the camp office to discuss menu options with our food service manager.
EXPULSION: Any camper that is caught with any of the following items at Camp Challenge will be expelled: alcoholic beverages, tobacco or vaping products of any kind, illegal drugs, firearms, or fireworks.
MEDICATIONS: All medications must be in original containers and administered under camp health staff supervision. No medications or over-the-counter drugs are allowed in the cabins except for rescue inhalers and epi-pens.
PACKING SUGGESTIONS: Bring old comfy clothing; 2 pairs of closed-toe shoes; toiletries (toothpaste, toothbrush, comb, soap, shampoo, etc); washcloth & 2 towels; flashlight; bedding (sleeping bag or sheet & blanket, pillow); Bible, journal or notebook, pencil/pen; sunscreen & bug spray; bathing suit (if 2-piece bring shirt to wear over it).
If you bring snacks (no nut products please!) also bring TIGHTLY-SEALING CONTAINERS to store them in!
Flip flops will ONLY be worn to and from Bath house and pool.
Leave at home any electronics, including CELL PHONES, tablets, radios, DVD players, video games, etc.; any knives, firearms, or other weapons; fireworks; matches; alcohol, tobacco products; illegal drugs or drugs not prescribed to you; clothes in violation of our dress code policy.
PHOTOGRAPHY: Camp Challenge staff takes pictures each week during camp for campers and their families and to use promotionally at the Camp’s discretion including, but not limited to, video presentations, newsletters, social media, and website. By registering your child for camp, you give permission for Camp Challenge to use photos of your child for these purposes.
VANDALISM: Parents may be charged an additional fee if their campers intentionally damage or vandalize Camp property.
VISITORS: For protection of our campers, WE DO NOT PERMIT VISITORS DURING CAMP.
questions?
Our camp directors are available to answer your questions. Just send an email to [email protected].