kin·dom camp Indiana
Kin·dom Camp at Stronghold Center offers an inclusive overnight summer camp experience for LGBTQIA2S+ youth and allies, focusing on community, nature, and pe...
▌ Editor's read The Kin·dom Camp website loads successfully and describes an overnight summer camp for LGBTQIA2S+ youth and allies, emphasizing a safe and affirming environment. It is hosted at the Stronghold Center, which is a ministry of the Presbytery of Blackhawk, indicating a church-affiliated owner type. The Stronghold Center's Google reviews show a strong 4.8-star rating from 307 reviews, with many praising the beautiful grounds and positive experiences. The camp website mentions that all staff undergo background checks and receive training in youth development and safety. While the specific Kin·dom Camp itself is not listed in the ACA directory, the Stronghold Center's overall reputation is positive. Social media handles for the Stronghold Center are @strongholdcenter on Instagram and strongholdcenter on Facebook. The program is clearly an overnight camp, with sessions lasting several days.
Who thrives here Ages 12–17
kin·dom camp Indiana serves high-school campers, which means the program is competing against summer jobs, college visits, internships, and residential overnight options. The case for a day camp at this age is usually a CIT (counselor-in-training) track, deep specialization in overnight/sleepaway, or a portfolio item parents and kids both value. Programs that don't articulate one of those three usually lose this age band by 9th grade.
Facts & Credentials
- Program type
- Overnight camp
- ACA accredited
- Not verified
- Established
- Not listed
- Operator
- Faith-based organization
- Staff-to-camper ratio
- Not listed
Details
- Category: Overnight/Sleepaway
- Ages: 12–17
- Hours: 24-hour residential
- Address: 1922 N IL Route 2, Oregon, IL 61061, USA
- Cost notes: USD. Tiered pricing ($535, $595, $655) and scholarships are available.
Logistics
- Lunch provided: No
- Transportation: No
- Financial aid: No
- Setting: mixed
Frequently asked about kin·dom camp Indiana
- What ages does kin·dom camp Indiana accept?
- kin·dom camp Indiana is open to children ages 12–17. Camps publish their own age cutoffs, and some run mixed-age groups internally; check the registration page for that summer's grouping if your child sits at a boundary.
- How much does kin·dom camp Indiana cost?
- kin·dom camp Indiana publishes $535/week for the standard session. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
- What are kin·dom camp Indiana's hours?
- kin·dom camp Indiana runs 24-hour residential. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
- Who runs kin·dom camp Indiana?
- kin·dom camp Indiana is operated by a faith-based organization. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
- Does kin·dom camp Indiana provide lunch?
- kin·dom camp Indiana does not include lunch — campers bring their own. Most day camps without provided lunch are nut-free or nut-aware, so check the allergy policy before packing. Frozen water bottles double as ice packs and drinks; insulated lunch boxes hold below 40°F for about four hours.
Planning guides
Editorial checklists to use before you compare kin·dom camp Indiana with other camps.
- How to choose a summer camp · Use the decision checklist before you compare finalists.
- Day camp vs. overnight camp · Decide whether the format fits your child and schedule.
- Packing list and camp prep · Plan gear, medication notes, labels, and drop-off prep.
- Financial aid and scholarship camps · Compare aid policies, discounts, and application timing.
Camps near here
Same city, with age-overlapping options first. Other camps to consider alongside kin·dom camp Indiana.
- kin·dom camp Illinois · Stronghold Camp & Retreat Center · Ages 12–17 · $535/week
- kin·dom camp Nevada · Stronghold Camp & Retreat Center · Ages 12–17 · $535/week