camp details & agreements

Camp Book

Students will receive a copy of Just Do Something by Kevin DeYoung. Students will have time to read this brief book and reflect on it through guided questions throughout the week.

Camp Booklet

Upon checking in for camp, each student will receive a camp booklet, which will include the following: student expectations, schedule, map, guided reading questions, and session details with pages for taking notes.

Camp T-shirt

Students will receive a camp t-shirt when they check in for camp.

Transportation

We will be caravaning to Glorieta from DSC. Students cannot drive themselves, since there are only a limited number of parking spaces provided. Students need to be dropped off at Glorieta on June 15 at 2:30 pm and picked up on June 19 at 10:30 am. Since waivers will be signed beforehand, parents do not need to be there for drop-off or pick-up and can coordinate rides with other families.

Lodging

Glorieta provides a combination of dorm-style lodging and bunkhouses. Linens are not provided. Dorms do not lock in accordance with Glorieta Camp’s Child Protection Policy. Dorms are not air-conditioned. You may want to bring a small fan per room. Housing restrictions also include not placing one adult and one child in the same room in accordance with Glorieta Camp’s Child Protection Policy.

Meals

Glorieta provides all meals and serves food family style. Glorieta will prepare and provide one meal alternative at each sitting that accommodates those who are gluten-free. This request can be made by students during the registration process for an additional $30 per student for all meals. If students would like to bring their own allergy-friendly meals, they can store it in Glorieta’s allergy refrigerator and use the microwaves and toasters to warm up their food. Any food stored in the refrigerator needs to be labeled with the name and dates of the camp. Glorieta Camps does not cook with or use any nuts.

Activities

A select number of Glorieta Activities will be available each full day of camp. See description of activities here.

leaders

In addition to the Glorieta staff, each attending church brings a dedicated team of leaders to shepherd you. Every leader has passed a comprehensive background check and completed Glorieta-approved safety training. Their mission is to praise God, proclaim the Gospel, and point you to Christ. These leaders are here to serve you, so do not hesitate to seek their counsel, ask them life questions, spiritual questions, request prayer, or let them know of anything that is bothering you.

Phone & Electronics Policy

We are asking you not to bring your phone or any other electronic device (computer/tablet, Nintendo Switch, music devices, headphones, smart watches, etc.). If your parents would like you to bring your phone, it will need to be in the possession of your leader upon check-in at camp and until you check out. If you need to call/text your parent, you can request your phone from your leader.

Parents, your student’s small group leader will provide you with their phone number at the beginning of camp and will have his/her phone during the trip, so please don’t hesitate to call/text them. Glorieta has Wi-fi, so you should be able to communicate even with bad reception. However, if you can’t get a hold of the small group leader, you can call Glorieta Adventure Camps.

Thank you for being willing to leave your phone at home. Camp is a better and more fruitful experience when we take a break from our phones.

Medication & First Aid

Bring any necessary medication/inhalers, clearly labeled, in a zip-lock bag. Students can give their bags to their leader upon check-in. If a student would rather maintain possession of their bag, they should notify their leader about the medication and any other medical information that would be helpful for the leader to know. Minimal first-aid supplies will also be available at camp if needed. In the event of a medical emergency or major accident, Glorieta Camps staff will participate in emergency response by contacting the local Emergency Medical Services, emergency contacts, and assisting with patient care until EMS arrives, as is consistent with the training of the staff available at the time.

Dress Code

Modesty is a matter of wisdom (1 Timothy 2:9–10; 1 Peter 3:3–4; 1 Corinthians 10:31; Romans 12:1) and we recognize that standards may vary outside of camp. Our goal is to set clear guidelines, similar to those at schools and other camps, to help everyone focus on what truly matters.

  • Avoid overly tight, sheer, or revealing clothing. Tight spandex or volleyball-style shorts are not permitted as outer-wear. Underwear, boxers, bras (including sports bras) and bra straps should not be visible.

  • Clothing with inappropriate or questionable images, slogans, or language is not allowed. This includes drug/alcohol/politics/swear words and sexual innuendos.

  • Shirts should fully cover the torso, even when moving your body or raising arms.

  • Spaghetti straps, strapless tops, deep-cut armholes, and open-back shirts should not be worn.

  • Oversized shirts that fully cover shorts should not be worn. Shorts should be clearly visible.

  • All shorts must have a 5-inch or longer inseam. Running shorts should have additional coverage (like biker shorts underneath) to remain modest during high-movement activities like crab walks.

  • Skirts and dresses must reach the top of the knee when standing. If shorter, modest shorts underneath are required that still follow the 5-inch inseam rule.

  • Swimwear: For girls, modest one-piece suits or tankinis (only where the top and bottom meet) are required. If you only have a bikini, a dark-colored T-shirt must be worn over it. For guys, swim trunks must be worn (no "Speedo" styles) and shirts must remain on when walking to or from the lake.

If you have any questions about the dress code, please ask a camp leader. Above all, seek to love others and glorify God by what you wear, avoiding clothing that inappropriately draws attention to yourself.

Camp Agreements

As a participant at OneThing274, I agree to:

  • Participate in all camp activities listed in the schedule.

  • Not enter any dorm room of the opposite gender.

  • Check in with my leader at the times they set, not to exceed a 2-hour window between check-ins.

  • Comply with the dress code.

  • Respect and follow the guidance of camp leaders and camp staff.

I acknowledge that if I do not comply with the above agreements, I may be asked to leave camp.

Packing List

  • 1 luggage bag (and 1 backpack if you would like)

  • Clothes for five days (mornings and evenings can be cold, so pack layers)

  • Wristwatch (required; no smartwatches / Apple watches)

  • Water bottle (32oz or larger is best)

  • Shoes (bring at least one pair of closed-toe shoes)

  • Toiletries – hand soap, toothbrush, toothpaste, shampoo, conditioner, deodorant, soap...the usual

  • Sunscreen

  • Clearly label medication or inhalers in a sealed zip-lock bag

  • Pillow and bedding – XL twin size or sleeping bag

  • Towels – one for the shower and one for the lake if you’ll be swimming

  • Hand towel / washcloths

  • Bible

  • Pens

  • Optional:

    • Rain jacket

    • Bug spray

    • Flashlight or headlamp

    • Fan (several dorms do not have air conditioning)

    • Plastic bag for wet/dirty clothes

    • Card/board games for free time (if they fit in your bag)

  • Your game face! 🎉

Camp spending money

Glorieta is transitioning to a cashless payment campus. There are 2 options for you as a camper regarding paying for things at the camp store and coffee shop. The first is to bring your own debit card (or a prepaid VISA gift card) and use that around camp. The second option is for you or your parents to add "camp credit" to your account. You can add credit by going to your family’s registration account and clicking the tab on the left labeled “Camp Credit”. Here is an article from Glorieta explaining the process in full alongside FAQ’s.