We are grateful for the time and energy you have invested in getting to know kids and we look forward to hosting you this summer. As you prepare for your trip, please use the links below to access necessary summer trip documents. More links and information will be added as we approach summer, so stay tuned and please visit this page often.
We want to know about your camp trip! Please complete this AREA CAMP TRIP SURVEY as soon as you are able!
If you have any further questions, please contact Danielle at 417-779-5678 or dipock@cwc.younglife.org. We look forward to hosting you this summer!
Clearwater Cove YoungLives Promo
We cannot wait to have your moms and babies come and experience Jesus at Clearwater Cove this summer! To make this experience easier for you, we have created a dedicated YoungLives Trip Leader Guide that holds the following information:
Any Trip Leader information relevant to any and all types of summer camp trips
Information, resources, deadlines, and forms related to YoungLives specific camp trips
CLICK HERE - YOUNGLIVES TRIP LEADER GUIDE
Trip Leader Zoom Call 2024 - Tuesday, April 30 12:00-1:00 CST - Click on date to for Zoom link
• Childcare Departure: 3:00 PM CST after nurseries are cleaned and packed and campers have departed.
• Childcare Ratio: For every 5 campers/leaders, the area is responsible for bringing 1 childcare person.
• Childcare Registration has two steps. The first step is to go to the link below and you will find a link to the Childcare Application. The second step, register your Childcare through your YLCC Childcare Trip.
• GOYoungLives Website - this will take you to the National GOYoungLives Camping site and give you information as well as the Childcare Application link.
Session One Trip Leader Calls:
Session Two Trip Leader Calls:
Completed Arrival Form from YLCC (including: campers, leaders, housing, leader orientation, & health form status)
Health, Consent, and Release Form (for Every Camper/Leader - YL6007)
Leader Screenings (Faith & Conduct/Criminal Background Checks should be up-to-date/not expired)
Summer Camp Leader Orientation (must be complete before arrival at camp)
Permission for Camper to Leave Early (if you have someone that needs to leave earlier)
Schedule your arrival at Clearwater Cove between 2:00-4:00 pm for Sr. High, Wyldlife and YoungLives trips. Schedule your departure from Clearwater Cove at 1:30 pm with a sack lunch on the last day of camp (after Say-So club). For YoungLives, please schedule your departure at 12:00 pm with a sack lunch.
On Day 1, call the Clearwater Cove office at 417-779-5678 between 8:00-10:00 am. If you depart after 10:00 am please call between 8:00-10:00 to schedule a time and update us once you depart. Please be prepared to provide your final breakdown of campers and leaders, an update on food allergies or special diets, and your estimated arrival time.
You will receive a gate code for your camp week through a Leader GroupMe. The gate code will consist of # sign and 4 numbers, example #1234. The # must be entered first for the code to work.
Please use the GPS Coordinates, 36.5819129, -93.4710645, instead of our physical address when using GPS to get to Clearwater Cove. Using our physical address may take you to the wrong location and delay your arrival by about 45 minutes. Directions to Clearwater Cove
Health Forms — any health forms that were not filled out online. Make sure you have copies for you return trip, the originals have to remain at Clearwater Cove.
Medications — Please collect all prescription medication prior to your arrival; place in individual Ziploc bags and label with the camper's name and area number. All medications must be in their original prescription container with the label. These will be collected upon arrival and stored in the Infirmary to be dispensed by our medical team. We will collect all medications except epi-pens, and inhalers. Please use the attached form for instructions on how to collect and turn in medications. CWC Medication Instructions and Collection Form
Electronics — All electronics, including e-smoking/vaping devices, need to be stored in a container labeled with your area name/number. It's also a good idea to provide Ziploc bags for each camper and a Sharpie to label with their name. Please make sure all devices are powered off. Young Life's Camp Smoking Policy
Want to see other camp trips in your week? On your camp trip campaign in YL Connect, click the drop-down arrow in the top right and select Camp Trips by Week. This will show every trip at the camp you are attending organized by week.
To request an increase or to trade spots, please contact Danielle Ipock at dipock@cwc.younglife.org. Do not make these trades on your own.
Visit the Camp Fees, Contracts and Accountability page in staff resources for more details.
R1 contracts are due Jan. 15th via DocuSign (areas are financially responsible for $50 per spot).
R2 contracts are due April 1 via DocuSign (areas are financially responsible for 90% of these spots).
Due by Noon on:
Call 417-779-5678 between 8:00-10:00AM to schedule arrival on:
Week 1: May 28-June 1 WYLD
05/18/2024
05/26/2024
05/28/2024
Week 2: June 2-6 WYLD
05/23/2024
05/31/2024
06/02/2024
Week 3: June 7-11 WYLD
05/28/2024
06/05/2024
06/7/2024
Week 4: June 12-16 WYLD
06/02/2024
06/10/2024
06/12/2024
Week 5: June 17-21 WYLD
06/07/2024
06/15/2024
06/17/2024
Week 6: June 24-28 YLVS (Childcare June 23-28)
06/14/2024
06/22/2024
06/24/2024
Week 7: June 29-July 3 WYLD
06/19/2024
06/27/2024
06/29/2024
Week 8: July 4-8 WYLD
06/24/2024
07/02/2024
07/04/2024
Week 9: July 9-13 WYLD
06/29/2024
07/07/2024
07/09/2024
Week 10: July 15-20 SR HIGH
07/05/2024
07/13/2024
07/15/2024
Week 11: July 21-26 SR HIGH
07/11/2024
07/19/2024
07/21/2024
Week 12: July 27-Aug 1 SR HIGH
07/17/2024
07/25/2024
07/27/2024
Week 13: Aug2-7
07/23/2024
07/31/2024
08/07/2024
We have collected the answers to some frequently asked questions that aren't previously answered in the sections above. If you have an idea to add to this section OR you don't see your answer, please reach out to Danielle Ipock at dipock@cwc.younglife.org or 417-779-5678.
We are not able to host drop-in guests. We may be able to hosts guests, friends or family during the summer of 2024 if there is an AG hosts on your week. Please contact Danielle at dipock@cwc.younglife.org. All approved guests must be hosted at all times by an AGH, a YL staff or spouse and approved by the camp manager and camp director. Leaders who are leading campers are unable to host.
NEW Adult Guest Program! We are excited to welcome adult guests to our new AGL called the Overlook Lodge. We have AGH for most but not all weeks thi summer. If you are interested in registering adults from your area at CWC this summer please reach out to Danielle at dipock@cwc.younglife.org or 417-779-5678 for information. The cost is $125 per room per night with a 2-night minimum.
Please review the packing list or download it and share it with your campers. Don't forget to review the program letter for your session for additional items.
Clearwater Cove may have some cooler night the first couple weeks of the summer. We often have some very hot/humid days.
Your weather app (looking at Lampe, MO) on your phone should give you accurate predictions for the most part of what to expect.
Please see the "Helpful Resources" drop-down section above for the Session Program letters. These will contain information about potential program events, themed outfits, etc.
All required forms can be found above in the "Required Documents" drop-down section. If you are looking for supportive resources like "health form how-to's for parents" those can be found in the "Helpful Resources" drop-down section above.
The following information is true of any pregnant camper:
Per the National Young Life Policy, campers who are pregnant CANNOT participate in the following activities:
• Dodgeball / Volleyball
• Ropes / Zipline
Per the National Young Life Policy, campers that are pregnant CAN participate in all other activities offered at camp including inflatables on the lake