Next Level is a camp offered to older campers ages 12-17 and is run through the Joshua House Lodge. Next Level campers are housed in dormitory-style rooms of 8 with two staff members per room. For Bible Studies and other activities, two rooms are combined together to make a group called a huddle. Next Level is an adventure-intensive camp, with a focus on activities like ziplining, white water rafting, a day at the lake, mountain biking and boarding, high ropes courses, climbing, and overnight camping. Next Level campers also participate in many Classic Camp activities, including snacking at the HUB, camp-wide games, and Lig Live. Next Level campers also revel in the luxury of air-conditioned rooms with an attached bathroom and the opportunity to spend time with other teens.

2025 Dates and Fees

Session 1: June 15-20, $705, ages 12-17, rising 7th-12th grade
Session 2: June 22-27, $705, ages 12-17, rising 7th-12th grade
Session 3: June 29 - July 4, $705, ages 12-17, rising 7th-12th grade

Register

Typical Daily Schedule - Next Level

8:00 - Wake up!

8:30 - Breakfast. Typical breakfasts are eggs, bacon and hash browns, pancakes & sausage, or breakfast sandwiches. There's also fresh fruit and cereal at every breakfast.

9:30 - 12:30 - Each huddle will participate in adventure activities specific to their group. Throughout the week each huddle will participate in a team building/low ropes experience, multiple high elements (Zip Line, Vomit Comet, Flying Squirrel, Team High Course, Pamper Jump), and/or mountain biking/boarding.

12:30 - Lunchtime. Typical lunches include Sloppy Joes and tater tots, grilled cheese and tomato soup, or turkey sandwiches and fries. We also serve fresh fruit, Wowbutter (a soy substitute for peanut butter), carrots and hummus, or broccoli and ranch dressing.

1:30 - Room clean up. It is what it sounds like! Believe us, it's a daily necessity.

1:45 - Each huddle will participate in adventure activities specific to their group. Throughout the week each huddle will participate in a team building/low ropes experience, multiple high elements (Zip Line, Vomit Comet, Flying Squirrel, Team High Course, Pamper Jump), and/or mountain biking/boarding.

5:30 - Dinner. Typical dinners at camp include pizza, chicken & broccoli Alfredo, pork chops and mashed potatoes, taco night, or fried chicken. We always have a full salad bar and sometimes serve dessert.

6:30 - Pool/Overnight prep/Wide Game - This period varies depending on the day. Typically Next Level will have pool time on Monday, participate in an overnight (camp out) experience on Tuesday and join Classic Camp for a camp-wide game on Wednesday.

7:30 - Camp store/shower time. Half of the campers go to the showers while the other half go to the camp store to hang out. After half an hour, they switch. Showers are brief and happen in camper rooms. Counselors are present to make sure kids move quickly through the process, but maintain privacy for kids, too. There are always multiple counselors there, to ensure the safety of all of the kids.

8:30 - Lig Live! - this is our evening program. It's a mix of loud, worship songs with a band playing, as well as a late-night skit show. We do silly games, skits, songs and generally make it as fun as possible. It also always closes with someone on our staff giving a talk to share how campers can grow in their faith.

10:00 - Devotions. Counselors help kids get ready for bed and then settle in for the night with a brief closing devotion. Usually, it's a quiet time to reflect on the day and pray before bed.

10:15 - Lights out!

How to Pack for Next Level

When it comes to packing, here are some simple tips:

Label everything! Shorts, sweatshirts, water bottles, toiletries, towels, sleeping bags...label it all!
Don't send your best stuff. Fancy new things quickly become old and used at camp. Rest assured that most everything you send to camp will come home with a fresh coat of dirt!
Your camper will be doing lots of adventure activities where short or revealing clothing won't be appropriate. We ask that you leave things like short shorts, spaghetti-strapped tops, two-piece bathing suits, speedos, or other tight or revealing clothing at home.
It might be summer camp, but it gets chilly here, especially at night. Make sure you pack some warm clothes.
We only do laundry for the two-week session (Classic Camp Session 4) so pack accordingly!
Don’t forget the waiver, with a parent's signature, for whitewater rafting! This requires the completion of the rafting guide company’s waiver. To complete the waiver, click here.

Bring This

Any necessary medications in their original bottles with a current prescription attached. This includes over-the-counter medications as well. Inhalers must be in their original box with a current prescription attached. All medications must be listed on the camper medical form.
Sleeping bag or bedroll - a sleeping bag is necessary for the Next Level camps.
Pillow and pillowcase
Two towels - one bath, one beach
Washcloths
Two pairs of old shoes/sneakers - at least one pair needs to be solid tie shoes
River/creek shoes or old sneakers that you don't mind getting wet and muddy
T-shirts to last the week, and at least one sweatshirt
Shorts that are fingertip length or longer
Two pairs of jeans or long pants
Plenty of socks & underwear
Pajamas
A warm jacket
Rain gear - a poncho or a jacket
Swimsuit (no speedos or bikinis, one-piece bathing suits are preferred but modest two-pieces are acceptable)
Shower shoes/flip flops
Toiletries
Shower caddy for toiletries
Flashlight and extra batteries
Reusable water bottle
Insect Repellent
Sunscreen
Bible, notebook, pen or pencil (any translation of the Bible is fine; we most commonly use the 1984 NIV)
Envelopes and stamps (optional)
A laundry bag for those really dirty clothes - a trash bag will work!
A tub, suitcase, or trunk for your belongings. Under-bunk space: 12.5” high

Don’t Bring This

Cell phones or electronic games
Tablets or Bluetooth speakers
mp3 players
Peanut or nut products
Candy, gum, soda, or any other food product (they're not allowed in the cabins but can be sent as a care package)
Knives of any kind or weapons
Fireworks
Alcohol
Drugs
Tobacco