Night Owl Explorers
The schedule flips. Campers sleep in, stay up late, and do most of the week after dark — glow games, late swims, and a sunset hike up Bearwallow Mountain. For 6th–8th.
6th–8th grade
Details
Dates
| June 13–18 | Sun – Fri |
| July 18–23 | Sun – Fri |
Questions?
What if camp ran on a completely different schedule? Night Owls does exactly that — and middle schoolers absolutely love it. This week, the whole day flips. Campers sleep in, ease into their afternoons, and then come alive after dark when the real fun begins.
Every night brings something new: glow-in-the-dark games that take over the whole camp, late-night swims, midnight snacks, and activities that feel completely different under the stars than they ever would in daylight. The week builds toward one of the most talked-about moments in any camp summer — a sunset hike atop Bearwallow mountain, an experience that’s equal parts breathtaking and unforgettable.
But what campers remember just as much as the activities is who they experienced them with. There’s something about staying up late together, laughing in the dark, and sharing a midnight snack that bonds a group of middle schoolers faster than almost anything else. New friendships form quickly here — and they tend to last.
Night Owls is the week that feels like a secret. Campers who’ve done it want to come back. Those who haven’t yet wonder what they’ve been missing.
Activities
- Pool
- Crafts
- Archery
- Group Interaction Course
- Campfire
- Interactive faith time
- Offsite outing
- End of week celebration
Choose the pricing tier that fits your family.
Every participant receives the same camp experience, regardless of tier selected. Choose the level that best fits your family's financial situation.
Tier I
Partially Subsidized
Most affordable
$798
- Our historically subsidized rate
- Made possible by gifts from donors and churches
- Helps make camp possible for more families
Best for families seeking the most affordable option.
Tier II
Direct Cost
Standard rate
$873
- Covers the direct cost of camp
- Program costs and food
- Staff and camp administration
A good fit for most families.
Tier III
True Cost
Supports the mission
$948
- Reflects the fuller cost of camp
- Includes deferred maintenance, insurance and utilities
- Helps stretch scholarship funds further
For families able to support this level.
All tiers are voluntary and confidential. Every camper receives the same experience.
If Tier I is still not affordable, scholarship assistance is available.
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A few things you may be wondering.
Here are a few answers to help you feel confident before you register.
Is this the right week for my camper?
If your camper sits right on the edge of this week's grades, call us at 828-209-6302 before you decide. A year either way can matter more than the number on the page, and we'd rather talk it through with you than have you guess.
And if the bigger question is whether they'll make friends, ask us that too.
What if we can't afford it?
Then tell us, and we'll work it out with you.
You choose one of three price tiers, and the tier you choose stays between you and us. Every camper gets the same week, whichever tier you pick.
If Tier I is still out of reach, there are scholarship funds for families in that spot, and our registration office can set up a payment plan.
A $175 deposit holds your camper's place when you register.
Can my camper call home?
Phones and other devices stay home at summer camp, and campers don't usually call home while they're here.
If you need to reach your camper, call the office at 828-209-6302.
What do we need to turn in before camp?
Every form is completed online in CampWise when you register, including your camper's health information and the waiver. There's nothing to download or mail.
The week you register is the easiest time to finish them.
Who's looking after my camper?
Counselors who live in the cabin with them. Every counselor has a background check before their first day.
Do you have to be Lutheran to come?
No. We're a ministry of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America, and we welcome everyone the way God welcomes everyone, whatever your background, your family or your circumstances.
Night Owl Explorers
June 13–18, 2027