Lake Champion Trip Leader Info

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.

If you have any further questions, please give us a call at 845-856-6871 ​or drop us an email (LakeChampion@lakechampion.younglife.org). We look forward to hosting you this summer!

**Updated 10/3/2024

​ ​ Younglives​ trip management

YoungLives​ Trips - Summer 2025

We cannot wait to have your moms and babies come and experience Jesus at Lake Champion this summer. To make this experience easier for you, we have created a dedicated YoungLives​ Trip Leader Guide​ that contains; information, resources, deadlines, and forms related to YoungLives​​ specific camp trips

CLICK HERE - YOUNGLIVES​ TRIP LEADER GUIDE

 

​ ​ Sr. High & Wyldlife trip management

Pre-Camp Checklist

On Going

  1. R1/R2 contracts (see the contract section below) ​​
  2. Leader Screenings​ (CBC & F&C)
  3. Leader Resume​ (vol. leaders complete)
  4. Leader Recommendation​ (staff complete for each vol. Leader)
  5. Summer Camp Leader Orientations​ - (all leaders must complete)
  6. As many Health Forms​ as possible! Summer 2024 Health and Consent
  7. For all guests - proof of MMR & immunization records (see helpful resources below)
  8. Medication Rider - For campers taking medications while at camp (see helpful resources below)
1-2 month(s) before camp trip
  1. Send automated E-mail in YLCC for all to complete health form. (instructions)
  2. Send camp medical requirements page to parents (see helpful resources below)
  3. Make sure leaders & staff are signed up.
  4. For all guests - proof of MMR & immunization records (see helpful resources below)
  5. Medication Rider​ - For campers taking medications while at camp (see helpful resources below)
  6. DownloadMobile Check in App​ - Instructions for how to download and use this app. ​
Area Camp Trip Survey - 45 Days before camp trip
  1. Area Camp Trip Survey (Coming Soon)​ We want to learn more about your area before you even arrive! This will allow camp staff and the assigned teams to plan in a way that sets up you and your friends for a great week at camp!
10 days before Camp trip
  1. Submit 10-Day Reports: ​ High School ​ | WyldLife
  2. Update arrival form​ in YLCC (instructions)
  3. Finalize Health forms, MMR & immunization records , Medication Riders
  4. Review the arrival checklist.
  5. Start working on Housing Requests
Housing Request Details - Dorm Rooms are combination of 10, 12 and 14 person cabins. ​ The 10 person & 14 person cabins can be connected to accommodate larger groups.
2 days (48 hours) before camp trip
  1. Complete housing & arrival form in YLCC
  2. Submit housing by clicking​ "48 Hour Complete Button"
  3. Collect any remaining forms
Arrival Checklist
  • All remaining Health Forms
  • Proof of MMR & immunization records (for anyone that checked they would bring a paper copy of their immunization form)
  • Medication Rider Forms For campers taking medications while at camp (See helpful resources below)
  • Luggage - Tag your luggage to distinguish boys and girls
  • Permission for Camper to Leave Camp Early Forms
  • Finalized Arrival Form​ in YLCC.
  • Use the Mobile Check In App to Check in Guests. (short video guide)
  • Medications collected/labeled (see Helpful Resources below)
  • Electronics collected/labeled by area/gender (see Travel Information below)

Session Specific Links

  • Session 1: Program Letter - Coming soon
  • Basketball Camp: Program Letter - Coming soon
  • Session 2: Program Letter ​ - Coming soon
  • Session 3: Program Letter - WYLDLIFE - Coming soon
  • Session 3: Program Letter - YLVS - Coming soon

Required Documents

*NY State requires MMR immunization records to be at camp (must be an official record of immunization from Doctor's office)

NY State Required Documents

Helpful Resources | Contracts

Contracts(spots), Accountability

  • Want to see other camp trips in your week? On your camp trip in YLCC, click the dropdown arrow in the top right and select Camp Trips by Week. This will show you every trip at the camp you are attending organized by week.
  • To request an increase or to trade spots, please contact the Lake Champion office. 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).

Arrival & Departure Information

  • Arrival​ on (Day 1)​ is from 1:00 - 4:00pm EST. *Please call Lake Champion by 10:00am EST to give your ETA and hear the final arrival reminders.
  • Week 5 Basketball Camp Trips - Arrival is between 1-2:30pm - 1st Basketball Practice begins at 3:00pm | Departure is 12:00pm EST
  • Departure: Senior High​ Departure on (Day 6)​ is at 1:30pm​ EST, directly after club. *Please schedule your departure bus to arrive between at 12:30 - 1:00pm EST.
  • Departure: Wyldlife (Jr. High) & Young Lives​ Departure on (Day 5)​ is at 12:30pm​ EST, directly after club. *Please schedule your departure bus to arrive between at 11:30am - 12:00pm EST.

Driving directions are available for download here.​

Dates/Timeline

2024 Camping Dates and Deadlines

Week
Session
Camp Date​s
Trip Type
YLCC Arrival Form Due

Week 1

1

June 3-8, 2025

SR High

May 24, 2025 @ 12pm (noon)

June 1, 2025 @ 12pm (noon)

Week 2

1

June 9-14, 2025

SR High

May 30, 2025 @ 12pm (noon)

June 7, 2025 @ 12pm (noon)

Week 3

1

June 15-20, 2025

SR High

June 5, 2025 @ 12pm (noon)

June 13, 2025 @ 12pm (noon)

Week 4

1

June 21-26, 2025

SR High

June 11, 2025 @ 12pm (noon)

June 19, 2025 @ 12pm (noon)

Week 5

1.5

June 27 - July 1, 2025

Basketball

June 17, 2025 @ 12pm (noon)

June 25, 2025 @ 12pm (noon)

Week 6

2

July 3-8, 2025

SR High

June 23, 2025 @ 12pm (noon)

July 1, 2025 @ 12pm (noon)

Week 7

2

July 9-14, 2025

SR High

June 29, 2025 @ 12pm (noon)

July 7, 2025 @ 12pm (noon)

Week 8

2

July 15-20, 2025

SR High

July 5, 2025 @ 12pm (noon)

July 13, 2025 @ 12pm (noon)

Week 9

3

July 22-26, 2025

WyldLife

July 12, 2025 @ 12pm (noon)

July 20, 2025 @ 12pm (noon)

Week 10

3

July 27-31, 2025

WyldLife

July 17, 2025 @ 12pm (noon)

July 25, 2025 @ 12pm (noon)

Week 11

3

August 1-5, 2025

WyldLife

July 22, 2025 @ 12pm (noon)

July 30, 2025 @ 12pm (noon)

Week 12

3

August 7-11, 2025

YoungLives

July 28, 2025 @ 12pm (noon)

August 5, 2025 @ 12pm (noon)

10-Day Reports

Please select the corresponding report below and have it submitted to the Lake Champion office before Noon (EST), 10 days before your arrival.

48 Hour Arrival Form

You must have a completed and updated Arrival Form in YL Connect Camp no later than Noon (EST),2 days prior to your arrival at camp.​ This must include the correct participant type, housing preference, health form status, gender and ethnicity. If you are unsure how to do this, please visit the YLCC User Guide​ in Staff Resources.

Other Information

  • Leader Orientation: Please have your leaders complete the Summer Camp Leader Orientation via Young Life Access.
  • Electronics:​ Please collect all personal electronics (cellphones, cellular enabled watches, iPads, laptops, DVD players, etc.) prior to your arrival; place in individual Ziploc bags and label with the camper's name and area number. These will be collected upon arrival and stored until your departure.
  • 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.
  • Early Departures:​​ If a camper needs to leave separate from the rest of your area, a completed Permission to Leave Camp Early form (YL-1853) must be turned in to the office before​ the camper is able to leave camp.
  • Campers Driving/Riding in Personal Vehicle:​ If a camper needs to drive their personal vehicle to/from camp OR​ a camper is riding to/from camp with another minor in their personal vehicle, a completed Permission to Drive To and From Camp (YL-1854) must be completed online before​ the camp trip.
  • Adult Guest Program:​​ We are excited to host the Adult Guest program at Lake Champion this summer! To fill an open room, please complete the Adult Guest registration form.
  • Controlled Substances:​ As a reminder, use, possession or distribution of illegal and non-medical authorized drugs and/or alcohol is not allowed on camp property or in connection with any Young Life event. Young Life can send individuals home from camp or an event at their own expense and without refund for violating this policy. Young Life may also report violations of this policy to law enforcement as well as to a minor’s parent or guardian. Please refer to the Controlled Substances policy (AS-802)​ for more information.”
  • Other Areas Your Week:​​ Want to see which other areas will be at Lake Champion your week? On your camp trip arrival form​ in YLCC, click the dropdown arrow in the top right and select "Camp Trips by Week". This will show you every trip at the camp you are attending organized by week.
  • Retail Gift Card:​ Click THIS LINK​ to pay for a retail gift card (formerly known as a "tab") for your camp trip before arrival. These gift cards can be used in both the store and snack bar.