A welcome message from this year's Summer Camp Director:
We are excited to introduce this summer’s theme, “Zoom In - Zooming In on the Lord’s Faithfulness,” centered on Deuteronomy 4:29: “But if from there you seek the Lord your God, you will find him with all your heart and with all your soul.” Throughout the week, campers will be encouraged to slow down and take a closer look at who God is by focusing on the life and character of Jesus. Campers will see that when we “zoom in” on our faith, we can start to notice God more clearly in our everyday lives. Through chapel and cabin connect, campers will get the chance to explore what it really looks like to seek God with their whole hearts in a way that feels meaningful to them.
Each day, we will “zoom in” on the Word to look at different characteristics of Jesus to help campers grow in their understanding and relationship with Him. We hope to create an environment where campers feel comfortable asking questions, building friendships, and discovering more about who the Lord is. Our goal is that every camper leaves not only knowing more about Jesus, but also feeling confident in how they can continue to grow closer to Him in their everyday lives.
-Jess

Exploration Camp. Grades 4-6
7–12 June 2026

Mini Camp. Grades 2-4
14–17 June 2026

Splash Camp. Grades 3-5
21–26 June 2026

Family Camp
26–28 June 2026

Day Camp. Grades K-4
29 June – 2 July 2026
Camp Gideon exists to develop passionate followers of Jesus Christ through impactful outdoor experiences in partnership with the Evangelical Friends Church - Eastern Region, the universal body of Christ, and the local community. Camp Gideon is a place set apart to glorify and experience Jesus.
Our ministry happens at the Malone [University] Nature Preserve in Mechanicstown, OH. The MNP is 183 rolling acres nestled between Carrollton and Salineville, Ohio on State Route 39.
7261 Salineville Road NE
Mechanicstown, OH 44651