Overnight Camp
Session Fill Status
1st Session
2nd Session
3rd Session
4th Session
5th Session
6th Session
The percentages shown are the portion of each session that is already full. We hope to update these numbers weekly, but cannot guarantee their accuracy. We do not guarantee a place in a session based on these numbers, they are only meant to give an idea of the fill level of each session as a planning tool for you.
Summer 2025 Registration Dates
Overnight Camp
EARLY REGISTRATION
BEGINS:
FEBRUARY 9 @ 2PM
EARLY REGISTRATION
ENDS:
FEBRUARY 14 @ 5PM
GENERAL REGISTRATION:
FEBRUARY 16 @ 2PM
To alleviate the difficulties of registration with an ever growing demand for our overnight camps, we have made some important changes for Registration 2024. Campers who have attended the same session for the past two years are eligible to register early for that same session in 2025.
These campers’ siblings will also be able to register early for that same session.
Overnight CAMP DATES AND RATES
One Week Sessions
1ST SESSION: MAY 25 – 30
3RD SESSION: JUNE 15 – 20
6TH SESSION: JULY 20 – 25
Two Week Sessions
2ND SESSION: JUNE 1 – 13
4TH SESSION: JUNE 22 – JULY 4
5TH SESSION: JULY 6 – 18
Financial Assistance available. Click Here for More Info.
Overnight Camp Activities
It’s impossible to put all the fun of Camp on a page, but here’s a start!
Flagpole Devo
Every morning begins with Flagpole Devo. The whole Camp meets to start the day with a prayer, song and scripture. This shows our campers that from sun up till sun down, we are praising God!
GROUP BIBLE
For one hour each morning, the Group Leader leads his group in a Bible lesson. Group Bible is an opportunity for campers to interact with friends from other cabins while learning from God’s word.
Canteen
Three times a day, each group will have the chance to rest, hang out and enjoy snacks together at the Canteen. Snacks and drinks at the Canteen are included in every camper’s tuition, so there is no need to send cash for snacks!
GROUP ACTIVITY
Each day at Camp has its own theme. During this hour and a half, each group will play games or participate in activities inspired by the theme of the day. Scroll down for more information about daily themes.
CABIN BIBLE
During Cabin Bible, each cabin has a 30-minute Bible lesson led by their Counselor. Campers are encouraged to participate by asking questions and sharing from their hearts in this smaller group setting.
ARTS & CRAFTS
Campers get an hour every day to get crafty in the crafts hall. Some use this time to hang around and play a guitar while others stock up on friendship bracelets. Anything goes as long as you’re getting crafty!
SWIMMING
It’s everyone’s favorite time of day, SWIM TIME! Campers get an hour in the pool every day, plus a 15 minute “Quick Dip” in the evening. Whether you spend it jumping off the diving board, riding the water slide, or just relaxing, everyone loves swim time.
THE SWING
Our swing is a great thrill ride! Hoche and Nashamie campers will have the opportunity to conquer the swing once each week during their session. Campers are hoisted over 40 feet up in the air before swinging (and screaming) through the treetops!
Horse Riding
There’s no better (or more fun) way to experience God in His creation than a trail ride on horseback through the big piney woods of East Texas. Campers love this opportunity to get off the beaten path and channel their inner cowboy every week at Camp.
QUIET TIME
In the late afternoon, after all the fun of the day so far, everyone in Camp stops to spend 15 minutes alone with God. The whole Camp goes quiet except for the birds and cicadas, making it a perfect time to pray, read scripture, and connect with God.
HYMN TIME
Every afternoon following Quiet Time, the whole camp gathers in the Rec Hall to worship God in song. Many campers and staff consider Hymn Time their favorite part of the day. There’s something special about hundreds of young voices praising God together.
NIGHT DEVO
We start the day with a devotional, and we end the day with one too. At Night Devo, campers sing a few songs under the stars, hear a short scripture and devo from their Group Leader, and then each group ends the day with their “night song.”
One Week SEssion Theme Days
Two Week Session Theme Days
CAMP DEER RUN CABINS
Our cabins are designed to be safe and comfortable while also remaining rustic and nature-focused. There is no air-conditioning, but overnight the cool outside air – with the help of a fan – is nature’s own air conditioning! For a video walkthrough of our cabins, click the button below.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How do I register?
Our new registration system is under construction and will be open starting January 6, 2025! At that time, you will be able to create an account and begin filling in your campers' information.
General Overnight Camp Registration will begin on February 16th at 2:00pm. At that time you will be able to log in to your account and register for your summer camp session.
What's the difference between a one-week and two-week session?
One-week sessions run from Sunday to Friday, meaning there are four full days of Camp. Two-week sessions go from Sunday until the Friday of the next week, making twelve full days of Camp. So the biggest difference is that two-week sessions actually have triple the amount of Camp!
One-week sessions are often a great starting point for younger campers, and we pack as much fun, friendship, and worship into these shorter sessions as we can! Click here to check out the one-week session theme days and activities.
Two-week sessions include everything about one-week sessions, but with several extra highlights like Outcamping, the Hawaiian Day slip'n'slide, Killi Kapers, Mellow Night, and much more. Click here to check out the two-week session theme days and activities.
What are the age requirements?
Campers ages 5 to 8 years old are eligible for our PeeWee Day Camps (must be 5 years old by September 1, 2024 to be eligible).
Campers over the age of 9 up to incoming High School Seniors are eligible for overnight camp sessions (must be 9 years old by September 1, 2024 to be eligible).
What are the cabins like?
Our cabins are intentionally built to be rustic and minimalistic, but also safe and comfortable. There is no air conditioning in our cabins, but campers are encouraged to bring a box fan or other personal fan - this is usually plenty to keep everyone cool at night! Cabins are mostly used for changing clothes and sleeping, so in the heat of the day there is not much time spent in the cabins.
Camp Deer Run Compass
Camp is for Everyone
Camp Deer Run plays a vital role in the spiritual growth of our campers. It is our hope that we will never have to turn anyone away for financial reasons. We have established this camper scholarship (AKA Campership) program as a way to ensure that any family will be able to send their child to camp, regardless of their financial situation. There are no eligibility requirements to apply. If you have a need, we want to help.
