Camp Caravan’s 10th summer is off to an incredible start! With hearts full and vehicles packed with games, glitter, and God’s love, we’ve already rolled through two beautiful weeks of camp magic – starting at St. David’s / Northminster United Church, and finishing up this week at Fish Creek United Church.
From story circles and silly songs to wild games, creative crafts, and care-filled connections, our campers brought the energy every single day! They made thread bracelets, learned new campfire songs, shared in prayers and peaceful moments, and built friendships that will last long beyond summer.
Each week has been packed with laughter, learning, and love – a chance for kids to grow in confidence, creativity, and connection. Whether soaking up the sunshine during outdoor games or savoring a delicious snack (hello, Pizza Day!), our campers made the most of every moment.
(A big thanks to our hosts and kitchen teams for keeping tummies happy!)
Camp Caravan remains a place where faith meets fun, and everyone belongs.
💛 Behind all the joy is an amazing staff team bringing the Camp Caravan spirit to life:
- 🌼 Kendra, our Wonder-Finder & Team Lead, brings heart, nature-love, and leadership magic.
- 🌿 McKenzie, our Adventure-Seeker & Program Lead, brings energy, care, and three years of experience.
- 🐞 Emily, our Bug-Lover & Enthusiastic Leader, fills every day with creativity, play, and compassion.
- 🌲 Emma, our Outdoor Educator & Camp Magic Maker, leads with heart, humour, and camp know-how.
- 🌟 Miriam, our Creative Spirit & Longtime Leader, sparks art, joy, and kindness wherever she goes.
And the best part? The love and gratitude from families who make this journey with us. Here’s what families are already saying:
🌟 “Thank you so much for such a wonderful summer camp!” 🌟 “I couldn’t be any happier and thankful for my daughter to attend the camp. Every day she’d come home very excited and tell me how her day went.” 🌟 “She gained a new friend, learned to do thread bracelets, learned a new song and prayers—and was so happy during the camp.” 🌟 “The snack is amazing, and she really enjoyed them. The pizza day was a bonus, and the outdoor activities were great!”
🌟 “She’s looking forward to another session!”“Hoping for more programs to be held in the NW area. We would love to do it over again as location permits!”
As we pack up and roll into our next location, we carry all this joy and gratitude with us. Whether it’s your first time at camp or your fifth, there’s a place for you in our big-hearted circle of care, community, and inclusion.
💛 A heartfelt thank you to our Mount Royal University and University of Calgary Campus Connectors, and to the incredible community of faith volunteers who so generously shared their time, skills, and talents – your presence helped make the magic happen!
✨ Upcoming Locations:
- Strathmore United Church – July 21
- Symons Valley United Church – July 28
- Southwood United Church – August 6 (4-day week)
- St. Thomas United Church – August 12
- Southminster United Church (Lethbridge) – August 19
💛 No barriers. Bursaries available. Everyone is welcome.
🔗 Learn more or register at: camp-caravan.ca 📣 Follow along on Facebook: Camp Caravan, United Church of Canada