Why Joy Bible Camp?

Ready to test your aim? Learn the art of Axe Throwing in a safe, fun environment with expert guidance. Whether you’re a beginner or a pro, you’ll build confidence, focus, and skill as you aim for the bullseye. Challenge yourself, have fun and experience the thrill of the throw!

Sharpen your focus and precision with our Riflery program! Under supervision, campers learn firearm safety, proper shooting techniques, and marksmanship skills in a controlled environment. Build confidence, patience, and steady aim as you take on the target!

Take aim and test your skills at our archery range! Under guidance from our instructors, campers learn proper technique, safety, and precision as they shoot for the bullseye. Archery helps build focus, patience, and confidence in a fun and supportive environment. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced archer, come challenge yourself and enjoy the thrill of hitting the target!

Step up to the challenge and strengthen your teamwork on our ropes course! Designed to build trust, communication, and confidence, this adventure encourages campers to work together to overcome obstacles, climb to new heights, and support one another. With a mix of high and low elements, our team-building activities create unforgettable moments of growth, leadership, and fun in a safe and encouraging environment. Are you ready to rise to the challenge?

Cool off and dive into fun at our beautiful waterfront! Whether you’re splashing in the shallows, perfecting your strokes, or just enjoying the water, our supervised swimming area offers a safe and refreshing way to enjoy the great outdoors. With lifeguards on duty and activities for all skill levels, swimming at Joy Bible Camp is the perfect way to stay active, have fun, and make lasting summer memories!

Experience the thrill of rock jumping at Joy Bible Camp! Under the careful supervision of our trained lifeguards, campers can leap from designated rock formations into the refreshing waters below. The exhilarating activity promotes courage, trust, and a sense of adventure, all within a safe and controlled environment. Whether you’re a first-time jumper or a seasoned enthusiast, rock jumping offers an unforgettable way to connect with nature and fellow campers. Dive into excitement and make lasting memories with us!

Water tubing is an exciting and fun-filled activity where campers ride behind a boat on an inflatable tube, skimming across the water at thrilling speeds. Whether bouncing over waves or gliding smoothly, it’s a perfect mix of adventure and laughter for all ages!

Water skiing at Joy Bible Camp is an exhilarating activity where campers glide across the lake on skis while being pulled by a boat and our certified lifeguards. Whether they’re beginners learning to stand up or experienced skiers carving through the water, it’s a fun and thrilling way to enjoy the lake!

Paddleboarding at Joy Bible Camp is a peaceful and enjoyable way to explore the lake. Guests can stand, kneel, or sit on a sturdy board while using a paddle to glide across the water, enjoying the beautiful scenery and a fun, relaxing adventure on the lake!

Canoeing at Joy Bible Camp is a classic lake adventure where campers paddle together in sturdy canoes, exploring the water, enjoying nature, and building teamwork. Gliding across the lake is a great way to enjoy the outdoors and make lasting memories!

Kayaking at Joy Bible Camp is a fun and active way for campers to explore the lake. With a lightweight kayak and a double-bladed paddle, they can glide through the water, navigate turns with ease, and enjoy the beauty of nature while having an exciting adventure on the lake!

Fishing tours at Joy Bible Camp offer campers a relaxing and rewarding experience on the lake. Led by experienced guides, campers can cast their lines, learn fishing techniques, and enjoy the thrill of reeling in a catch—all while soaking in the peaceful beauty of the water.

Joy Belle Pontoon Boat Tours provide a relaxing and scenic ride across the lake. Campers can sit back and enjoy the peaceful waters, take in the beautiful surroundings, and spend quality time with friends and family on this leisurely boating adventure.

The 18-hole mini golf course offers fun for all ages, with creative obstacles and exciting challenges at every hole. Whether campers are aiming for a hole-in-one or just enjoying a friendly game, it’s a great way to relax and have fun together!

Tetherball is a fun and competitive outdoor game where campers try to wrap the ball around a metal pole by hitting it with their hand. The goal is to get the ball to spin tightly enough that it’s impossible for the opponent to hit it back, making for exciting matches and plenty of laughs!

Beach Volleyball is a high-energy team sport played on sandy courts, where campers compete in friendly matches. Whether spiking, setting, or serving, it’s a great way to build teamwork, stay active, and enjoy some friendly competition under the sun!

Shuffleboard is a fun and strategic game where players slide pucks along a court, aiming to land them in high-scoring areas while trying to knock their opponent’s pucks out of the way. It’s a relaxing yet competitive activity that’s perfect for some friendly fun and a little skill-building!

Flag football at camp is a fun, non-contact version of traditional football. Players wear flags attached to their waist, and instead of tackling, the opposing team must pull a player’s flag to stop the play. It’s an exciting, fast-paced game that’s perfect for teamwork and friendly competition!

Mountain biking at camp offers an adventurous way to explore rugged trails and scenic landscapes. Campers ride specially designed bikes over dirt paths, hills, and obstacles, enjoying the thrill of speed and the challenge of rough terrain. It’s an exciting and energetic way to connect with nature!

Snowshoeing is a fun winter activity where guests wear special footwear that distributes their weight over a larger area, allowing them to walk easily over deep snow. It’s a great way to explore snowy trails, enjoy the winter landscape, and get some exercise in the great outdoors!

Winter snow tubing is an exciting outdoor activity where guests slide down our snow-covered hill on inflatable tubes. With the thrill of speed and the fun of bouncing over the snow, it’s a perfect way to enjoy winter’s magic and have a blast with friends and family!

Ice skating on a lake is a magical winter experience where campers can glide across a frozen, natural ice surface. Whether skating for fun or practicing tricks, it’s a perfect way to enjoy the winter outdoors, surrounded by the beauty of nature and the crisp air!

Ice hockey on Faraday lake is a thrilling winter activity where guests can play the fast-paced sport on a natural frozen rink. With goals set up on the ice, players skate, pass, and shoot the puck, enjoying a fun and competitive game in the heart of winter’s beauty!

Broomball is a fun and exciting ice sport similar to ice hockey but played with a ball and a broom-like stick. Guests work together to score goals by hitting the ball into the opposing team’s net. It’s a fast-paced game full of laughs and friendly competition on the ice!

Basketball is an energetic team sport where campers work together to score points by shooting a ball through the opponent’s hoop. Whether dribbling, passing, or making a slam dunk, it’s a fun way to build teamwork, stay active, and enjoy some friendly competition!

Volleyball is a fast-paced sport played inside a gym, where campers work together to pass, set, and spike the ball over the net. It’s a great way to stay active, build teamwork, and have fun while playing a competitive game with friends!

Pickleball is a fun, fast-paced sport that combines elements of tennis, badminton, and ping pong. Played with a paddle and a lightweight ball, campers hit the ball over a net on a smaller court, aiming to score points by making the ball land in the opponent’s side. It’s a great game for all ages, offering lots of action and fun!

Archery Tag is an exciting, fast-paced game that combines archery and dodgeball. Campers use bows and foam-tipped arrows to try and hit opponents or their targets while avoiding being hit themselves. It’s a fun and safe way to test aim, strategy, and teamwork in a competitive, action-packed setting!

Floor hockey is a fun, indoor version of ice hockey, played on a hard surface with a lightweight puck or ball. Campers use sticks to pass, shoot, and score goals, working as a team to outplay their opponents. It’s a fast-paced game that’s perfect for building coordination, teamwork, and having a great time indoors!

Dodgeball is a high-energy game where campers try to hit opponents with soft balls while avoiding being hit themselves. The goal is to eliminate players from the opposing team by throwing the balls accurately, while dodging or catching them. It’s a thrilling and fun game that requires quick reflexes and teamwork!

Soccer is a fast-paced team sport where campers work together to score goals by kicking a ball into the opposing team’s net. Played with quick passes, dribbles, and strategic teamwork, it’s a great way to stay active, improve coordination, and enjoy friendly competition!

Bocceball is a relaxing yet competitive game where players take turns throwing bocce balls toward a smaller target ball, called the “pallino.” The goal is to get your balls as close as possible to the pallino, while trying to knock your opponent’s balls away. It’s a fun game that combines skill, strategy, and precision!

A campfire at camp is a cozy, social gathering where campers sit around a fire, roasting marshmallows, telling stories, and enjoying the warmth of the flames. It’s a perfect way to wind down after a day of activities, share laughs, and enjoy the peaceful outdoors under the stars.

Hiking trails offer campers a chance to explore nature on foot, navigating through forests, hills, or along lakesides. With varying levels of difficulty, these trails provide the opportunity to enjoy beautiful scenery, get some exercise, and experience the outdoors up close while discovering new sights along the way.