Student Camp at Linden Valley
See Lives Changed
As a leader, you want to see your students impacted by the life-changing gospel of Christ. But it’s easy to get bogged down with the logistics of planning engaging experiences for your students that make room for spiritual growth.
The good news is you don’t have to do this alone! Your time and energy is limited and should be spent on relational ministry—investing in the everyday lives of your students. We want to be your partner in ministry and help your students encounter the gospel like never before. That’s why we intentionally infuse the gospel into every detail and high-energy activity so that campers can go deeper with Christ and with each other.
With Crossings as your ministry partner, you are freed up to focus on your students and see powerful life change!
All-inclusive experience
Intentional Staff
Premium Activities
High-Energy Activities
Meaningful experiences shouldn’t be boring. We want campers to make memories they’ll be talking about for the rest of their lives. That’s why we offer a wide variety of activities from zip lines and kayaking to cookie decorating and escape rooms. Each experience is designed to help your group grow closer together as they grow closer to God in a fun-filled, engaging environment.
Water Activities
Wide Range of Experiences
Trained Staff Supervising All Activities
Cream-of-the-Crop Staff
Crossings summer staff is an energetic, authentic, relationship-driven team of college students. They are passionate about Christ and making Christ known to all campers. Team members go through a competitive application process; extensive background checks; in-depth interviews; and an intensive, pre-camp training that includes Bible study and evangelism instruction. Our staff is ready to have fun and build meaningful relationships with your students.
Carefully Selected Team
High-Energy Leaders
Extensive Staff Training
Gospel-Saturated Week
We believe that making space to deliberately focus on your relationship with God creates the opportunity for powerful life change. That’s why we create an intentional environment without normal distractions of daily life and deliberately infuse the gospel into every detail of your group’s experience.
Christ-centered Worship
Distraction-Free Environment
Staff-led Bible Studies
Clear Gospel Presentations
All inClusive Camp Experience
Meals
Meals are prepared on property and included for all guests.
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Staff-Led Worship + Bible Studies
Crossings staff lead daily worship and Bible studies—so you can focus on relational ministry.
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Premium Activities
Enjoy a wide variety of premium on-site activities, at no additional cost.
A Day in the Life of a Camper
Morning
Breakfast
Breakfast
Actual meal times will vary as they are split into three 20-minute segments according to your group’s camp color.
Group Leader Meeting
Morning Celebration
Morning Celebration
A high-energy kickoff to the day featuring skits, worship, and activities to get campers excited.
Morning Rotation
Morning Rotation
This rotation will consist of Large Group Bible Study, Small Group, and Crossbowl. Times will vary based on grade and camp color assignments.
Afternoon
Lunch
Lunch
Actual meal times will vary as they are split into three 30-minute segments according to your group’s camp color assignment.
Free Time
POI Activities
Point of ImpactWe fill your students’ afternoons with high-energy indoor and outdoor activities on our beautiful properties. At the end of each POI, our staffers spend a few minutes discussing with students how that particular activity illustrates the Gospel. Participants will participate in 2 POIs each afternoon. Times will vary based on your group's camp color assignment.
POI #2
POI #2
We fill your students’ afternoons with high-energy indoor and outdoor activities on our beautiful properties. At the end of each POI, our staffers spend a few minutes discussing with students how that particular activity illustrates the Gospel. Participants will participate in 2 POIs each afternoon. Times will vary based on your group's camp color assignment.
Church Connect
Church Connect
This is a designated time for you, the Group Leader, to connect with your students through devotions, discussions, team building activities, or simply hanging out. Times will vary based on your group's camp color assignment.
Evening
Dinner
Dinner
Actual meal times will vary as they are split into three 30-minute segments according to your group’s camp color assignment.
Worship
Church Checkpoint
Church Checkpoint
A designated time for your group to debrief, worship, and pray together immediately following evening worship. Each group will be assigned a designated meeting location.
Evening Fellowship
The last hoorah before lights out.Each evening ends with fun activities and meaningful fellowship! It’s a relaxed time for students and staff to connect, build deeper relationships, and have fun together.
Lights Out
Where are We?
Located along the scenic Buffalo River, Linden Valley is a peaceful camp oasis with a wide range of premium activities—from kayaking and swimming to paint ball and ropes adventure courses.
Pastors, Dates & Rates
2027 Registration opens June 1!
Rates are dependent on lodging. See our registration policy for more information.
Linden Valley
Located along the scenic Buffalo River, Linden Valley is a peaceful camp oasis with a wide range of premium activities—from kayaking and swimming to paint ball and ropes adventure courses.
John Pendleton
John Pendleton has been the Senior Pastor of Bardstown Baptist Church, in Bardstown, Kentucky since January 2025. He and his wife, Baylee, have two daughters. Originally from Mobile, Alabama, John previously served as College Pastor in Jacksonville Alabama. John graduated from The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary in 2018 with his Masters of Divinity. During his seminary years, John volunteered on the youth ministry lead team of his local church, where he was able to teach and invest in middle and high schoolers. John loves working out, running, trying new restaurants, reading and learning.
Linden Valley
Located along the scenic Buffalo River, Linden Valley is a peaceful camp oasis with a wide range of premium activities—from kayaking and swimming to paint ball and ropes adventure courses.
Matt Flanagan
Matt Flanagan has served as the Children & Student Ministry Consultant for the Kentucky Baptist Convention since 2018. He served in student and discipleship pastor positions at four churches for 27 years prior to joining the KBC. Matt is passionate about equipping and encouraging leaders in children and student ministries and helping churches reach and disciple the next generation. Matt graduated from Centre College with a BS in mathematics and physics and a Master’s in Theology from Campbellsville University. He is currently pursuing a Doctor of Ministry in Student Ministry from Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary. He married his wife Felicia in 1997, and they are proud parents of Caleb (married to Emma) and Eli. Matt and Felicia are members of the First Cedar Creek Baptist Church in Bardstown. Matt enjoys disc golf, camping, and talking sports.
Linden Valley
Located along the scenic Buffalo River, Linden Valley is a peaceful camp oasis with a wide range of premium activities—from kayaking and swimming to paint ball and ropes adventure courses.
Matt Flanagan
Matt Flanagan has served as the Children & Student Ministry Consultant for the Kentucky Baptist Convention since 2018. He served in student and discipleship pastor positions at four churches for 27 years prior to joining the KBC. Matt is passionate about equipping and encouraging leaders in children and student ministries and helping churches reach and disciple the next generation. Matt graduated from Centre College with a BS in mathematics and physics and a Master’s in Theology from Campbellsville University. He is currently pursuing a Doctor of Ministry in Student Ministry from Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary. He married his wife Felicia in 1997, and they are proud parents of Caleb (married to Emma) and Eli. Matt and Felicia are members of the First Cedar Creek Baptist Church in Bardstown. Matt enjoys disc golf, camping, and talking sports.
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Partner with us to do the heavy lifting so you are freed up to focus on your group. Help your students encounter the gospel like never before, make memories, and experience true life change. Get started today!