Imagine More... Summer 2027 Starts with Your Feedback
As we continue to imagine what God has in store for Camp Onomia, we're beginning to dream about Summer 2027. Rather than waiting until plans are finalized, we'd love to invite you into the conversation.
Below is a draft of what Summer 2027 could look like. These ideas are meant to spark conversation, not announce a final schedule. As a ministry leader, you know the parents, grandparents, and caregivers in your congregation better than anyone. We encourage you to share these ideas, ask what excites them, and let us know what would best serve your community.
Draft Summer 2027 Schedule
Week 1 – All People Camp
An intergenerational camp experience where congregations come together for faith formation. Adults, youth, and children would each have age-specific experiences alongside shared worship and activities. Youth counselors would lead overnight programming for children and youth, while also creating space for congregation members to connect with one another.
Week 2 – STEAM Camp
Campers choose from Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math experiences through hands-on adventures. Families could choose a half-week or full-week option, giving campers flexibility based on interests and readiness.
Week 3 – Family Flex Week: Come As You Are
Designed especially for the week following the ELCA Youth Gathering & 4th of July, this relaxed family camp allows families to choose how long they stay while enjoying meals, fellowship, and optional programming.
Week 4 – Night Camp
Our popular Night Owls and Hawks programs continue for middle and high school youth with even more opportunities for evening adventures, faith, and community.
Week 5 – Grandparent Camp
One of Onomia's most beloved traditions, offering grandparents and grandchildren time to grow in faith and create lasting memories together.
Week 6 – Family Camp
Choose a weekend, a full week, or both! Families build the experience that fits their schedule while enjoying meals, worship, recreation, and camp traditions together.
Week 7 – Classic Camp
The classic Camp Onomia experience for elementary campers, with both half-week and full-week options full of outdoor adventure, friendships, and faith formation.
Summer Leadership Opportunities:
Counselor in Training (CIT) Leadership Program
Level 1 (2 Weeks): A discounted leadership experience for high school students focusing on teamwork, problem-solving, worship leadership, and service—perfect preparation for experiences like the ELCA Youth Gathering or LYO.
Level 2 (4 Weeks): An application-based advanced leadership program for upperclassmen. Participants receive a weekly snack canteen stipend while gaining hands-on leadership experience and preparing for future summer staff opportunities.
Beyond Overnight Camp:
Onomia Offsite Day Camps – Our summer staff partner with your congregation to bring the camp experience directly to your community.
Pop-Up Explore Days – Day-long adventures for preschool through third-grade children and their adults. Attend one or several themed days throughout the summer.
We'd Love Your Feedback
Please take a few minutes to complete our Summer 2027 Feedback Survey. Even better, use this draft to start conversations with the parents, grandparents, and families in your congregation before responding.
The survey will remain open through September 15, giving you time to gather feedback from the people who will ultimately be making camp decisions for their families.
Together, let's imagine more for Summer 2027.
