The countdown is on! Whether this is your first time at Family Camp or you’re returning for another summer, we’re so excited to welcome you. This guide will help you prepare for a smooth arrival—we’ve gathered everything you need in one place to help your family prepare for an awesome time at camp!
This summer, we’re inviting you into something special—Good Ground Produce Co. A classic roadside fruit stand where the air is sweet, our pace slows down, the memories are simple, and every stop along the journey matters. It’s about more than just the destination; we’ll focus on what’s growing along the way. Just like a memorable road trip, this summer is full of moments waiting to happen—laughter to share, friendships to grow, and faith to deepen. But this place isn’t just about what you can see—it’s about what’s growing underneath.
In our theme verse, Psalm 1:1–3, we are reminded that when we stay rooted in good ground—in truth and in God—we will grow strong like trees planted by streams of water and bear fruit in every season. That’s what this summer is all about: putting down roots, growing stronger, and letting God produce something real in you.
So, whether this is your first stop or you’ve been here before, we’re so glad you’re here. Let’s make this a summer to remember. As you settle in, take a look around—this is your stand, your season, your chance to grow. Welcome to Good Ground Produce Co.
Check-In is between 3:00-5:00PM at the Welcome Center near the Forest Center Parking Lot. After you arrive, dinner will be served from 5:00–6:30 PM in the Forest Center Dining Hall.
Check-out is 10am. Please make sure to remove all personal items from cabins before our closing gathering. Keys can be returned in the Dining Room, Round House, or Hormel Hall.
Medical forms are online in your account and must be completed prior to check-in. Campers who do not have a completed medical form will not be able to check-in, so please complete them prior to departure from your home. Login here using the email address and password you created to fill out your medical forms.
Please ensure that all dietary requests are indicated on your online medical form(s). Our chefs are trained and able to accommodate the following common dietary allergies:
If you have a dietary need or allergy that our kitchen is unable to accommodate (like Celiac Disease), we require that you bring your own food to meet your dining needs during your stay.
If you have any additional questions, please contact our Director of Guest Dining, Cecilia Cabrera at Cecilia.Cabrera@foresthome.org and she will respond within 2-3 business days.
The safety and well-being of every camper is a top priority at Forest Home. Learn more about our approach to child protection, medical care, emergency preparedness, food safety, and recreation safety.
Forest Home is a closed campus. For the safety of all guests, only registered campers are permitted on-site. Please do not invite friends or family members to visit camp, even for a short period of time. Day passes are not available unless they have been approved in advance by the Camp Director.
Chipmunks meet each morning in Chipmunk Corner, where our caring team provides a safe and engaging environment filled with playtime, walks, Bible stories, singing, crafts, and outdoor fun.
Squirrels meet each morning in Blinco Lounge for Bible lessons, singing, crafts, and outdoor adventures like splash pad time, field games, and scavenger hunts. Please bring closed-toe shoes, a water bottle, and a modest swimsuit each day.
Children ages 5–10 check in at Blinco Lounge following Family Gatherings most mornings. Programming includes Bible lessons, worship, crafts, and outdoor activities such as pool time, creek adventures, Squirrel Run, and field games. Please bring closed-toe shoes, a water bottle, and a modest swimsuit each day.
Basecamp students check in at Roundhouse Square following Family Gatherings most mornings. They can expect connection, adventure, and exciting activities like Canyon Park, Laser Tag, and Color Comp games. Please bring closed-toe shoes, a water bottle, and a modest swimsuit each day.
Color Comp Tip: We recommend bringing one red, one blue, and one green item (shirt, bandana, etc.) so you’re ready for whichever team you’re assigned. Team colors are announced at camp, so having all three is just for fun.
In the evenings, Basecamp students gather again for worship and an encouraging message with their group leaders.
Providing your family with a personal babysitter is designed to enrich your family’s week at camp. We select a group of volunteer female teenagers who love Jesus and love kids to serve families by assisting in Trail Adventures each morning and babysitting each evening for children ages 0-10. When babysitters are not with your children, they participate in dynamic camp programs of their own designed to support and encourage them in their spiritual growth.
All of these free time options will be available at various times throughout the week, weather permitting:
Throughout the week, our media team will be capturing photos and videos of your time at camp. Your check-in packet will include QR codes that allow you to easily view and download your event’s media.
Forest Home is a cashless campus. Your camp registration includes access to the majority of activities and experiences during your stay.
Throughout the week, guests may choose to make purchases at:
All purchases must be made using a credit card, debit card, or Visa gift card. If you bring cash, you can easily convert it into a Visa gift card while at camp. Please note that we no longer use the Store E-Card system, and cash is not accepted directly for purchases.
Can’t find the answer to your question? Our team is here to help. Reach out and we’ll be happy to assist you.