Lost Canyon Trip Leader Info

We cannot wait to have you join us for Summer 2026!!!

We’re so grateful for the time and energy you’ve invested in knowing kids and walking with them toward camp. We can’t wait to serve you at Lost Canyon this summer! Our team has been planning and preparing for you and your campers, eager to create a space where everyone feels a sense of belonging and excitement as they encounter the Gospel.

Christ’s love compels us to create a culture of Diversity, Equity and Belonging at Lost Canyon, so that we reflect the full breadth of the Kingdom of God and those we serve. A culture of belonging is a core value to ensure that Lost Canyon is a place where every person is welcomed, known, heard, respected and celebrated for the ways they uniquely reflect the image of God. This will be achieved through a posture of listening, learning, relationship, personal sacrifice and action.

We are committed to this in every effort from the planning of trips, the events at camp, the recruitment and training of our staff and volunteers, and how we serve one another. We are so excited to serve you and can't wait to spend the summer with you!

As you get ready for your trip, please use the information below to help you plan. This page includes all the key details and resources you’ll need to prepare well. If you have questions, please reach out to Sarah Strong,​ Lost Canyon’s Admin Manager, at 928-635-2900 or sstrong@lc.younglife.org. Before contacting us, take a few minutes to review this page and it's linked documents, especially the FAQ section, you’ll likely find your answer there.

The promo video below is the same for all High School, WyldLife, and YoungLives trips. You’ll also find a link to camp photos you can use to help promote camp to your group!

***Updated 10/15/25

Summer 2026 Health and Consent Form Process - Updated 10/15/25

Young Life is making updates to the Health and Consent form. The online 6007 Health and Consent form will not be available until early 2026. Stay tuned to Day Zero, the Health, Consent, and Release form page on Staff Resources, and this Trip Leader site​ for the latest updates. Questions? Reach out to ylcamping@sc.younglife.org.

Reminders for Summer 2026
  • Area Camp Survey (Belonging Survey) - Our goal of creating spaces of belonging for all campers and leaders is best achieved by understanding each area’s unique context. This insight helps the Assignment Team and Camp Staff serve with the humility and compassion of Jesus. Please complete the Area Camp Trip Survey​ by May 15, 2026, to help us prepare well for your week at camp.
  • Medications​ - Please remind parents of ALL CAMPERS that all medications must be in their original prescription bottles. If using a pill box, include the original bottles as well. Campers should not bring over-the-counter (OTC) medications—these will be collected on Day 1. Leaders should not distribute OTC meds; campers needing them should visit the infirmary.
  • Internal Transfers in Retail - Reminder from last summer, internal transfers are no longer accepted at camp retail locations. Staff/volunteers should use P-Cards or personal cards and request reimbursement through Workday.
  • Updated Wyldlife Policies​ - Please click here to view our newest YL policies regarding Wyldlife camp and campers.
  • Camper Health and Wellness​ - ​ Your campers (and leaders too!) health and safety are our top priority when you come to camp. We take many proactive steps to create a clean and safe environment while you are here. Please read our How We Combat Sickness at Camp. If you have parents that are concerned about how we handle these things at camp, feel free to send that to them.
  • Reminder Regarding 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. Refer to policy AS-802 for more information.

 

Program & Head Leader Letters Summer 2026 - check back in March 2026
  • Program Letter - Session 1
  • Program Letter - Session 2
  • Program Letter - Session 3- YoungLives | High School
  • Head Leader Session 1
  • Head Leader Session 2
  • Head Leader Letter - Session 3 - YoungLives | High School

 

YoungLives​ Trips - Summer 2026 -​ NOT UPDATED YET!

We cannot wait to have your moms and babies come and experience Jesus at Lost Canyon 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- NOT UPDATED YET






young lives trip management

Due Dates/Timeline

Please use this timeline to set reminders for yourself of important due dates pertaining to your trip. There are additional explanations below if you have any questions.

Week
Session
Camp Date​s
Trip Type
48 Hour Arrival Form - YLCC

Week 1

1

May 31 - June 5

SR High

Thurs, May 21st @ 9:00 AM PST

Fri, May 29th @ 9:00 AM PST

Week 2

1

June 6 - June 11

SR High

Tues, May 26th @ 9:00 AM PST

Thurs, June 4th @ 9:00 AM PST

Week 3

1

June 12 - June 17

SR High w/CPRM

Tues, June 2nd ​ @ 9:00 AM PST

Wed, June 10th @ 9:00 AM PST

Week 4

2

June 19 - June 23

Wyldlife

Tues, June 9th @ 9:00 AM PST

Wed, June 17th @ 9:00 AM PST

Week 5

2

June 24 - June 28

Wyldlife

Sun, June 14th @ 9:00 AM PST

Mon, June 22nd @ 9:00 AM PST

Week 6

2

June 29 - July 3

Wyldlife

Fri, June 19th @ 9:00 AM PST

Sat, June 27th @ 9:00 AM PST

Week 7

3

July 7 - July 11
July 6 - July 11

YoungLives
YoungLives​ Childcare

Sun, June 27th @ 9:00 AM PST
One form for both (CLICK HERE)

Sun, July 5th @ 9:00 AM PST
(both)

Week 8

3

July 12 - July 17

SR High

Thurs, July 2nd @ 9:00 AM PST

Fri, July 10th @ 9:00 AM PST

Week 9

3

July 18 - July 23

SR High

Wed, July 8th @ 9:00 AM PST

Thurs, July 16th @ 9:00 AM PST

10-Day Reports

Please click the report link below and have it submitted to the Lost Canyon office before 9 AM (PST), 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 9:00 AM PST - 2 days prior to your arrival at camp. Review this checklist​ before hitting "48 Hour Complete" on your Arrival Form. If you are unsure how to do this, please visit the YLCC User Guide​ in Staff Resources.

FAQ's

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 Sarah Strong at Lost Canyon: sstrong@lc.younglife.org or 928.635.2900.

  • Summer 2026 Activities | Differences between Types of Camp
    Click the link above for a list of activities that will be offered this summer at Lost Canyon as well as a comparison chart between types of camps (Wyldlife, SR High, YoungLives, Capernaum).
  • Linens
    Lost Canyon will be providing linens this year to all campers and leaders including a pillow, pillowcase, sheets, blanket, and towel
  • What to Pack​ (info on THEMED OUTFITS​ will be found in the Program Letters toward the top of this page)
    Please review the packing list or download it​ and share it with your campers.
  • THRIFT RACK
    From Adam Reyes-McGraw, our Retail Manager:​ Summer of 2021 we introduced a “Thrift Rack” at the LC General Store to provide some gently used YL apparel (or really anything YL branded) at a price that most everyone could afford ($1). We were able to collect enough items to offer this throughout session 2, and donated over $250 back to YL with the proceeds! We’d love to do this again for Summer 2025 Camping, and need to start collecting items so that we have enough for 9 weeks. If you have some old YL items you’d like to donate, we’d love to take those off your hands and let some of your old YL apparel be enjoyed by someone new! Old camp trip t-shirts are a huge win! No pressure but if it’s something you’d like to participate in, just bring your clean YL branded clothing/items to camp and we’ll collect them in the back of the store. If you have any questions feel free to reach out to me directly (amcgraw@lc.younglife.org). Thanks so much and looking forward to your time here at camp!
  • Weather/Elevation
    The elevation at Lost Canyon is approximately 7,000 feet above sea level. The air at this elevation contains less oxygen and is thinner than lower elevations. To better adjust to the altitude and avoid altitude sickness:

    ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ - Drink plenty of fluids
    ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ - Always use sunscreen and wear sunglasses
    ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ - Eat a high carbohydrate diet
    ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ - Get extra rest for the first few days

    Additionally, we typically have warm days and cooler nights. Make sure your students are prepared with a rain jacket and a sweatshirt/sweater for those nights. Your weather app (looking at Williams, AZ) on your phone should give you accurate predictions for the most part of what to expect.
  • Program Information
    Please see the first section for Program and Head Leader letters. These will contain information about potential program events, themed outfits, etc.
  • Forms & Health Forms
    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.
  • Pregnant Campers
    Per the national policy, pregnant campers of any state cannot participate in any of the following activities:
    ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ - Water inflatables
    ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ - Bicycles
    ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ - Water slides
    ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ - Obstacle courses
    ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ - Dodge ball/volleyball
    ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ - Skateboarding
    ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ - Wibit Park (inflatables in the water)
    ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ - Various relay activities that would be considered “contact”
    ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ - All challenge courses (zip line, ropes course, swing, climbing wall)
    ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ - Jacuzzi (The exception to use of the Jacuzzi by pregnant campers would be if the temperature has been reduced to safe levels and authorized by the Rev. 01/25 AS-1001 ​ ​ ​ ​ ​
    ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ Page 3 of 3 camp physician and the camp director.)
    ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ - Any other activity deemed by camp staff or the camp director to be dangerous and/or high risk to the participant.

​ ​ CAPERNAUM TRIP MANAGEMENT

Capernaum Inclusion Week (Wk. 3) - Summer 2026 - NOT UPDATED YET!

We love the inclusion week and the experience it provides to students with and without disabilities. Our hope is that this week is a beautiful reflection of the full breadth of the Kingdom of God.

In an effort to make things more streamlined - we have created a separate website for the following Week 3 groups that have a significantly higher population of Capernaum friends: (waiting for '26 contracts to go out). **All other week 3 trips, please stay on this main website.

CLICK HERE - CAPERNAUM TRIP LEADER GUIDE​ - NOT UPDATED YET
 

Sr. HigH, Wyldlife trip managemenT

All Senior High & Wyldlife Weeks

See below for all important information regarding Senior High and Wyldlife weeks including required items, helpful resources, important tasks/dates, and so much more.

If you have reviewed this website and you believe that critical information is missing, please call Sarah Strong, Lost Canyon’s Admin Manager, at 928-635-2900 or sstrong@lc.younglife.org so we can ensure it gets added.

As mentioned above, if you are brining a full or partial Capernaum group during Week 3, please see the Capernaum Trip Leader Website linked in the previous section.

Required Documents

Travel Information


Arrival:
  • Schedule your arrival at Lost Canyon between 2 - 4 p.m.(Please note arriving instructions in the next section)
Departure:
  • ForSR High/SR High w/ Capernaum/Wyldlife trips, departure from Lost Canyon is at 2 p.m. on the last day of camp.
  • For YoungLives, ​ please schedule your departure from Lost Canyon at 11:30 a.m.
Arriving to Lost Canyon:
  • ​On Day 1, call the Lost Canyon office at 928-635-2900 by 11:00 am​ (or as soon as you depart if you are not on the road by 12:00 pm) on the day you will arrive at camp to provide your final breakdown of campers and leaders, an update on food allergies or special diets, and your estimated arrival time.
  • When you exit off I-40 onto N Grand Canyon Blvd (exit 163), please call the Lost Canyon office before proceeding up the hill to camp (most groups pull into McDonald's).
  • When you head up the hill toward camp, look for the Lost Canyon sign. Once you turn down the drive way, look for a small pavilion with head leaders.

Please be prepared to turn in the following form as the Welcome Tent:

  • Any Paper 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 Lost Canyon.
  • Medications — Please see Summer Camp Medications Requirements​ above in the Helpful Resources section of this page. All medication should be in its original container. If items are in a pill box, the original container must be with them as well.
  • Electronics — Need to be stored in a container labeled with your area name/number. It's also a good idea to provide zip lock bags for each camper and a Sharpie to label with their name. Please make sure all devices are powered off.

Driving directions are available for download here.​

Contracts(spots), Accountability

  • Contact the Lost Canyon Office (928-635-2900) for the most current reservation numbers and availability.
  • To request an increase or to trade spots, please contact Sarah Strong. Do not make these trades on your own.
  • Visit the Camp Fees, Contracts and Accountability​ page in staff resources for more details.
  • IR contracts are due Oct. 30th via DocuSign
  • 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 Dates/Timeline

Please use this timeline to set reminders for yourself of important due dates pertaining to your trip. There are additional explanations below if you have any questions.

Week
Session
Camp Date​s
Trip Type
48 Hour Arrival Form - YLCC

Week 1

1

May 31 - June 5

SR High

Thurs, May 21st @ 9:00 AM PST

Fri, May 29th @ 9:00 AM PST

Week 2

1

June 6 - June 11

SR High

Tues, May 26th @ 9:00 AM PST

Thurs, June 4th @ 9:00 AM PST

Week 3

1

June 12 - June 17

SR High w/CPRM

Tues, June 2nd ​ @ 9:00 AM PST

Wed, June 10th @ 9:00 AM PST

Week 4

2

June 19 - June 23

Wyldlife

Tues, June 9th @ 9:00 AM PST

Wed, June 17th @ 9:00 AM PST

Week 5

2

June 24 - June 28

Wyldlife

Sun, June 14th @ 9:00 AM PST

Mon, June 22nd @ 9:00 AM PST

Week 6

2

June 29 - July 3

Wyldlife

Fri, June 19th @ 9:00 AM PST

Sat, June 27th @ 9:00 AM PST

Week 7

3

July 7 - July 11
July 6 - July 11

YoungLives
YoungLives​ Childcare

Sun, June 27th @ 9:00 AM PST
One form for both (CLICK HERE)

Sun, July 5th @ 9:00 AM PST
(both)

Week 8

3

July 12 - July 17

SR High

Thurs, July 2nd @ 9:00 AM PST

Fri, July 10th @ 9:00 AM PST

Week 9

3

July 18 - July 23

SR High

Wed, July 8th @ 9:00 AM PST

Thurs, July 16th @ 9:00 AM PST

10-Day Reports

Please click the report link below and have it submitted to the Lost Canyon office before 9 AM (PST), 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 9:00 AM PST - 2 days prior to your arrival at camp. Review this checklist​ before hitting "48 Hour Complete" on your Arrival Form. If you are unsure how to do this, please visit the YLCC User Guide​ in Staff Resources.

FAQ's

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 Sarah Strong at Lost Canyon: sstrong@lc.younglife.org or 928.635.2900.

  • Summer 2026 Activities | Differences between Types of Camp
    Click the link above for a list of activities that will be offered this summer at Lost Canyon as well as a comparison chart between types of camps (Wyldlife, SR High, YoungLives, Capernaum).
  • Linens
    Lost Canyon will be providing linens this year to all campers and leaders including a pillow, pillowcase, sheets, blanket, and towel
  • What to Pack​ (info on THEMED OUTFITS​ will be found in the Program Letters toward the top of this page)
    Please review the packing list or download it​ and share it with your campers.
  • THRIFT RACK
    From Adam Reyes-McGraw, our Retail Manager:​ Summer of 2021 we introduced a “Thrift Rack” at the LC General Store to provide some gently used YL apparel (or really anything YL branded) at a price that most everyone could afford ($1). We were able to collect enough items to offer this throughout session 2, and donated over $250 back to YL with the proceeds! We’d love to do this again for Summer 2025 Camping, and need to start collecting items so that we have enough for 9 weeks. If you have some old YL items you’d like to donate, we’d love to take those off your hands and let some of your old YL apparel be enjoyed by someone new! Old camp trip t-shirts are a huge win! No pressure but if it’s something you’d like to participate in, just bring your clean YL branded clothing/items to camp and we’ll collect them in the back of the store. If you have any questions feel free to reach out to me directly (amcgraw@lc.younglife.org). Thanks so much and looking forward to your time here at camp!
  • Weather/Elevation
    The elevation at Lost Canyon is approximately 7,000 feet above sea level. The air at this elevation contains less oxygen and is thinner than lower elevations. To better adjust to the altitude and avoid altitude sickness:

    ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ - Drink plenty of fluids
    ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ - Always use sunscreen and wear sunglasses
    ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ - Eat a high carbohydrate diet
    ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ - Get extra rest for the first few days

    Additionally, we typically have warm days and cooler nights. Make sure your students are prepared with a rain jacket and a sweatshirt/sweater for those nights. Your weather app (looking at Williams, AZ) on your phone should give you accurate predictions for the most part of what to expect.
  • Program Information
    Please see the first section for Program and Head Leader letters. These will contain information about potential program events, themed outfits, etc.
  • Forms & Health Forms
    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.
  • Pregnant Campers
    Per the national policy, pregnant campers of any state cannot participate in any of the following activities:
    ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ - Water inflatables
    ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ - Bicycles
    ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ - Water slides
    ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ - Obstacle courses
    ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ - Dodge ball/volleyball
    ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ - Skateboarding
    ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ - Wibit Park (inflatables in the water)
    ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ - Various relay activities that would be considered “contact”
    ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ - All challenge courses (zip line, ropes course, swing, climbing wall)
    ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ - Jacuzzi (The exception to use of the Jacuzzi by pregnant campers would be if the temperature has been reduced to safe levels and authorized by the Rev. 01/25 AS-1001 ​ ​ ​ ​ ​
    ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ Page 3 of 3 camp physician and the camp director.)
    ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ - Any other activity deemed by camp staff or the camp director to be dangerous and/or high risk to the participant.

Due Dates/Timeline

Please use this timeline to set reminders for yourself of important due dates pertaining to your trip. There are additional explanations below if you have any questions.

Week
Session
Camp Date​s
Trip Type
48 Hour Arrival Form - YLCC

Week 1

1

May 31 - June 5

SR High

Thurs, May 21st @ 9:00 AM PST

Fri, May 29th @ 9:00 AM PST

Week 2

1

June 6 - June 11

SR High

Tues, May 26th @ 9:00 AM PST

Thurs, June 4th @ 9:00 AM PST

Week 3

1

June 12 - June 17

SR High w/CPRM

Tues, June 2nd ​ @ 9:00 AM PST

Wed, June 10th @ 9:00 AM PST

Week 4

2

June 19 - June 23

Wyldlife

Tues, June 9th @ 9:00 AM PST

Wed, June 17th @ 9:00 AM PST

Week 5

2

June 24 - June 28

Wyldlife

Sun, June 14th @ 9:00 AM PST

Mon, June 22nd @ 9:00 AM PST

Week 6

2

June 29 - July 3

Wyldlife

Fri, June 19th @ 9:00 AM PST

Sat, June 27th @ 9:00 AM PST

Week 7

3

July 7 - July 11
July 6 - July 11

YoungLives
YoungLives​ Childcare

Sun, June 27th @ 9:00 AM PST
One form for both (CLICK HERE)

Sun, July 5th @ 9:00 AM PST
(both)

Week 8

3

July 12 - July 17

SR High

Thurs, July 2nd @ 9:00 AM PST

Fri, July 10th @ 9:00 AM PST

Week 9

3

July 18 - July 23

SR High

Wed, July 8th @ 9:00 AM PST

Thurs, July 16th @ 9:00 AM PST

10-Day Reports

Please click the report link below and have it submitted to the Lost Canyon office before 9 AM (PST), 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 9:00 AM PST - 2 days prior to your arrival at camp. Review this checklist​ before hitting "48 Hour Complete" on your Arrival Form. If you are unsure how to do this, please visit the YLCC User Guide​ in Staff Resources.

FAQ's

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 Sarah Strong at Lost Canyon: sstrong@lc.younglife.org or 928.635.2900.

  • Summer 2026 Activities | Differences between Types of Camp
    Click the link above for a list of activities that will be offered this summer at Lost Canyon as well as a comparison chart between types of camps (Wyldlife, SR High, YoungLives, Capernaum).
  • Linens
    Lost Canyon will be providing linens this year to all campers and leaders including a pillow, pillowcase, sheets, blanket, and towel
  • What to Pack​ (info on THEMED OUTFITS​ will be found in the Program Letters toward the top of this page)
    Please review the packing list or download it​ and share it with your campers.
  • THRIFT RACK
    From Adam Reyes-McGraw, our Retail Manager:​ Summer of 2021 we introduced a “Thrift Rack” at the LC General Store to provide some gently used YL apparel (or really anything YL branded) at a price that most everyone could afford ($1). We were able to collect enough items to offer this throughout session 2, and donated over $250 back to YL with the proceeds! We’d love to do this again for Summer 2025 Camping, and need to start collecting items so that we have enough for 9 weeks. If you have some old YL items you’d like to donate, we’d love to take those off your hands and let some of your old YL apparel be enjoyed by someone new! Old camp trip t-shirts are a huge win! No pressure but if it’s something you’d like to participate in, just bring your clean YL branded clothing/items to camp and we’ll collect them in the back of the store. If you have any questions feel free to reach out to me directly (amcgraw@lc.younglife.org). Thanks so much and looking forward to your time here at camp!
  • Weather/Elevation
    The elevation at Lost Canyon is approximately 7,000 feet above sea level. The air at this elevation contains less oxygen and is thinner than lower elevations. To better adjust to the altitude and avoid altitude sickness:

    ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ - Drink plenty of fluids
    ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ - Always use sunscreen and wear sunglasses
    ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ - Eat a high carbohydrate diet
    ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ - Get extra rest for the first few days

    Additionally, we typically have warm days and cooler nights. Make sure your students are prepared with a rain jacket and a sweatshirt/sweater for those nights. Your weather app (looking at Williams, AZ) on your phone should give you accurate predictions for the most part of what to expect.
  • Program Information
    Please see the first section for Program and Head Leader letters. These will contain information about potential program events, themed outfits, etc.
  • Forms & Health Forms
    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.
  • Pregnant Campers
    Per the national policy, pregnant campers of any state cannot participate in any of the following activities:
    ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ - Water inflatables
    ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ - Bicycles
    ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ - Water slides
    ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ - Obstacle courses
    ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ - Dodge ball/volleyball
    ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ - Skateboarding
    ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ - Wibit Park (inflatables in the water)
    ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ - Various relay activities that would be considered “contact”
    ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ - All challenge courses (zip line, ropes course, swing, climbing wall)
    ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ - Jacuzzi (The exception to use of the Jacuzzi by pregnant campers would be if the temperature has been reduced to safe levels and authorized by the Rev. 01/25 AS-1001 ​ ​ ​ ​ ​
    ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ Page 3 of 3 camp physician and the camp director.)
    ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ - Any other activity deemed by camp staff or the camp director to be dangerous and/or high risk to the participant.

Due Dates/Timeline

Please use this timeline to set reminders for yourself of important due dates pertaining to your trip. There are additional explanations below if you have any questions.

Week
Session
Camp Date​s
Trip Type
48 Hour Arrival Form - YLCC

Week 1

1

May 31 - June 5

SR High

Thurs, May 21st @ 9:00 AM PST

Fri, May 29th @ 9:00 AM PST

Week 2

1

June 6 - June 11

SR High

Tues, May 26th @ 9:00 AM PST

Thurs, June 4th @ 9:00 AM PST

Week 3

1

June 12 - June 17

SR High w/CPRM

Tues, June 2nd ​ @ 9:00 AM PST

Wed, June 10th @ 9:00 AM PST

Week 4

2

June 19 - June 23

Wyldlife

Tues, June 9th @ 9:00 AM PST

Wed, June 17th @ 9:00 AM PST

Week 5

2

June 24 - June 28

Wyldlife

Sun, June 14th @ 9:00 AM PST

Mon, June 22nd @ 9:00 AM PST

Week 6

2

June 29 - July 3

Wyldlife

Fri, June 19th @ 9:00 AM PST

Sat, June 27th @ 9:00 AM PST

Week 7

3

July 7 - July 11
July 6 - July 11

YoungLives
YoungLives​ Childcare

Sun, June 27th @ 9:00 AM PST
One form for both (CLICK HERE)

Sun, July 5th @ 9:00 AM PST
(both)

Week 8

3

July 12 - July 17

SR High

Thurs, July 2nd @ 9:00 AM PST

Fri, July 10th @ 9:00 AM PST

Week 9

3

July 18 - July 23

SR High

Wed, July 8th @ 9:00 AM PST

Thurs, July 16th @ 9:00 AM PST

10-Day Reports

Please click the report link below and have it submitted to the Lost Canyon office before 9 AM (PST), 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 9:00 AM PST - 2 days prior to your arrival at camp. Review this checklist​ before hitting "48 Hour Complete" on your Arrival Form. If you are unsure how to do this, please visit the YLCC User Guide​ in Staff Resources.

FAQ's

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 Sarah Strong at Lost Canyon: sstrong@lc.younglife.org or 928.635.2900.

  • Summer 2026 Activities | Differences between Types of Camp
    Click the link above for a list of activities that will be offered this summer at Lost Canyon as well as a comparison chart between types of camps (Wyldlife, SR High, YoungLives, Capernaum).
  • Linens
    Lost Canyon will be providing linens this year to all campers and leaders including a pillow, pillowcase, sheets, blanket, and towel
  • What to Pack​ (info on THEMED OUTFITS​ will be found in the Program Letters toward the top of this page)
    Please review the packing list or download it​ and share it with your campers.
  • THRIFT RACK
    From Adam Reyes-McGraw, our Retail Manager:​ Summer of 2021 we introduced a “Thrift Rack” at the LC General Store to provide some gently used YL apparel (or really anything YL branded) at a price that most everyone could afford ($1). We were able to collect enough items to offer this throughout session 2, and donated over $250 back to YL with the proceeds! We’d love to do this again for Summer 2025 Camping, and need to start collecting items so that we have enough for 9 weeks. If you have some old YL items you’d like to donate, we’d love to take those off your hands and let some of your old YL apparel be enjoyed by someone new! Old camp trip t-shirts are a huge win! No pressure but if it’s something you’d like to participate in, just bring your clean YL branded clothing/items to camp and we’ll collect them in the back of the store. If you have any questions feel free to reach out to me directly (amcgraw@lc.younglife.org). Thanks so much and looking forward to your time here at camp!
  • Weather/Elevation
    The elevation at Lost Canyon is approximately 7,000 feet above sea level. The air at this elevation contains less oxygen and is thinner than lower elevations. To better adjust to the altitude and avoid altitude sickness:

    ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ - Drink plenty of fluids
    ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ - Always use sunscreen and wear sunglasses
    ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ - Eat a high carbohydrate diet
    ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ - Get extra rest for the first few days

    Additionally, we typically have warm days and cooler nights. Make sure your students are prepared with a rain jacket and a sweatshirt/sweater for those nights. Your weather app (looking at Williams, AZ) on your phone should give you accurate predictions for the most part of what to expect.
  • Program Information
    Please see the first section for Program and Head Leader letters. These will contain information about potential program events, themed outfits, etc.
  • Forms & Health Forms
    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.
  • Pregnant Campers
    Per the national policy, pregnant campers of any state cannot participate in any of the following activities:
    ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ - Water inflatables
    ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ - Bicycles
    ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ - Water slides
    ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ - Obstacle courses
    ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ - Dodge ball/volleyball
    ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ - Skateboarding
    ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ - Wibit Park (inflatables in the water)
    ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ - Various relay activities that would be considered “contact”
    ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ - All challenge courses (zip line, ropes course, swing, climbing wall)
    ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ - Jacuzzi (The exception to use of the Jacuzzi by pregnant campers would be if the temperature has been reduced to safe levels and authorized by the Rev. 01/25 AS-1001 ​ ​ ​ ​ ​
    ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ Page 3 of 3 camp physician and the camp director.)
    ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ - Any other activity deemed by camp staff or the camp director to be dangerous and/or high risk to the participant.